New Community School Director Institute (December 2024)

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

• 9:00 AM: CSD Introductions
• 9:30 AM: Cohort Development Activity
• 10:15 AM: What is a strategy? - Community School Strategy Overview

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

• 1:00 PM: Where to Begin: Assets and Needs Assessment, Collaborative Planning
• 1:30 PM: Formal vs. Informal Authority: Critical Relationships
• 2:00 PM: Meaningful & Lasting Family Engagement
• 2:30 PM: Continuous Improvement
• 3:00 PM: Reflection + Dismissal

• Dates: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
• Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

• Location: Fordham School of Law | 150 W 62nd St, Room 4-60 New York, NY 10023

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