Leading at All Levels

To be an effective leader, it is essential you inspire your community to see their stories as part of the bigger picture. But how do you lead with this sense of empathy, especially when there are competing theories on leadership?

The answer is simple: love.

The workshop is intended for leaders at all levels to begin to think about their place within their organization to create and sustain systems leadership at all levels. The workshop will include personal stories and anecdotes that serve to formalize the strategies that help all educators engage in the difficult work of building a positive culture. The interactive workshop will guide educators to better understand the power of this work and then dive into their own stories, fears, and difficulties to create concrete plans and ideas that can be implemented immediately.

Participants will:

• Learn about common school-based leadership structures
• Learn strategies about how to become a leader within the community you serve by diving into your unique purpose and place within it
• Engage in self-care and reflection by using the stories we all have and by hearing the stories of others to embrace a common understanding and perspective of the importance of all stakeholders
• Learn to lean into fear and see it as a vehicle to catapult people to new levels of leadership using the fear-inspired model of mindset and leadership
• Learn more about ideas and ways to help set goals and reflect on the long-term implementation of large-scale visionary planning in the community you serve

Presenter: Amy Rose, Rockport Middle/High School

PD Hours: 3 in Content Area Leadership and Administration

Fees: Member $150 / Non-Member $205

MSAA Contact: Ethel Kawesa, ekawesa@msaa.net

About the Presenter

Amy Rose | Rockport Middle/High School

Amy Rose has a Master’s degree in Education (school counseling) and is currently is pursuing a doctorate in instructional leadership at UMass Lowell. For over two decades, Rose has held various roles in the education system, including administrative assistant, school counselor, and assistant principal. She currently serves as Principal and Director of Professional Development, SEL, and Equity of a public school. Rose has mentored and led many conferences that guide new administrators, teachers, support staff, students, and families through the work of building and sustaining inclusive cultures. Her work is grounded in the foundations of belonging, trust, respect, and purpose; using fear as a vital message we can all use to incite positive change and action within our systems in society.

She currently resides in Rockport, MA with her husband and two children. Her family continues to be the most inspiring example of leadership and love.