New Community School Director Institute (August 2025)

A New York State Community Schools Technical Assistance Center (CSTAC), NYC Training

In this session, new Community School Directors (CSDs) will participate in a six-hour in-person intensive providing a holistic understanding of the Community School Model, clarifying expectations of the CSD’s role, building capacity, and developing a network of peer support within the cohort.

• Assist CSDs in grasping the Community School Strategy and their part in it
• Provide CSDs with insights into the fundamental aspects of a Community School
• Inspire CSDs to discover methods for fostering continuous development within their school community
• Familiarize CSDs with group support opportunities through team-building exercises and problem-solving discussions
• Make CSDs aware of the assistance and training resources accessible to them
• Offer support for planning the Community School Forum

• 9:00 AM: Welcome and Introductions
• 9:30 AM: Cohort Development Activity
• 10:15 AM: What is the Community School Strategy?

Lunch will be available at the Fordham cafeteria and neighboring restaurants, delis, and food trucks.

• 1:00 PM: New Visions Data Portal Overview
• 1:30 PM: Where to Begin? Assets and Needs, Collaborative Leadership and Planning
• 2:15 PM: Continuous Improvement & Plan Do Study Act (PDSA) Cycle
• 3:00 PM: Vendor Mini - Meet & Greet
• 3:30 PM: Reflection & Dismissal

• Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
• Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

• Location: Martino Hall at Lincoln Center, Fordham University, 45 Columbus Ave, Room 200A

Host or Publisher The Community Schools Technical Assistance Center (CSTAC) at Fordham