PURPOSE: The purpose of the California GEAR UP 2014 Regional Events is to develop regional support networks that provide opportunities for schools to learn from each other and problem solve together about common concerns and issues. These events will be facilitated by Whole School Services Coaches with content based on advice from School Leadership Team members. The events are customized to meet the needs of participating schools within each region and in alignment with target areas of growth identified in the GEAR UP School Self Assessment Rubric.
The California Central Valley
GEAR UP GET DOWN
October 1, 2014
AGENDA
Theme: Developing the “why?” in leadership and cohesive teams to influence school change at GEAR UP school sites
Outcomes:
- Develop working cohesive school teams
- Learn the tenets of cohesive teams and why they are important
- Increase ability to influence others and the capacity to effect change
- Share and reflect on leadership and approaches for developing leadership within the team
- Network to share smart practices and build opportunities for additional regional work
7:30 – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast and Registration
Lobby of UC Merced Extension Office, Fresno, CA
8:30 – 8:45 a.m. Welcome
Martin De Mucha Flores
8:45 – 9:15 a.m. Morning Plenary Speaker
Encarnacion Ruiz, UC Merced Director of Admissions
9:30 – 10:45 a.m. Workshop Session I
- The Dynamic and Cohesive Team
- Leadership & Management – Why They Are Not Synonymous
- An Equity Lens: Critical Literacy in Our Professional and Personal Development
11:00 – 12:15 p.m. Workshop Session II
- The Dynamic and Cohesive Team
- Leadership & Management – Why They Are Not Synonymous
- An Equity Lens: Critical Literacy in Our Professional and Personal Development
12:15 – 1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:10 – 2:20 p.m. Workshop Session III
- The Dynamic and Cohesive Team
- Leadership & Management – Why They Are Not Synonymous
- An Equity Lens: Critical Literacy in Our Professional and Personal
2:30 – 3:15 p.m. Afternoon Plenary
Raul Morreno, Coordinator, University Migrant Services
3:15 – 3:30 p.m. Evaluations
“We don’t say good luck, we say never give up.” Anonymous