Sommers to Lead SouthWest Metro Administration and Leadership Cohort Series
Calling All Administrators and Leaders!
It is time to come together to learn more about being a leader within your school and district.
Learning Omnivores’ Dr. Bill Sommers will lead the SouthWest Metro Administration and Leadership Cohort Series, “From Compliance Cop to Culture Coach,” beginning Dec. 8, 2021. The online series will be held from 4:00-6:00 p.m. CST on the following dates: Dec. 8, Dec. 15, Jan. 12, Jan. 19, Jan. 26, Feb. 9, Feb. 16, Feb. 23, March 9, March 16, March 23, and March 30. Cost is $125 for member district leaders.
Topics will include collaboration, communication skills, navigating change, managing conflict and being a creative leader. Discussion groups, real-life scenarios, and applicable tools to incorporate into your daily work will be highlighted during this cohort. Time will also be spent with your colleagues in discussion groups to learn from each other.
BOSA-approved Administrative CEUs earned for attendance and participation.
About Dr. Sommers
Dr. Sommers is the former Director of Leadership and Organizational Development for Manor ISD in Texas, the former Executive Director for Secondary Curriculum and Professional Learning for Minneapolis Public Schools, and a school administrator for more than 30 years. A published author of more than eight books on leadership and public education, Dr. Sommers is a practitioner who integrates theory into leading and facilitating change in schools.
Have questions about courses and Professional Development? Contact
Elizabeth Harner
Director of Adult Learning and Professional Development
(952) 567-8107
eharner@swmetro.k12.mn.us
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Administration and Leadership Series

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