Guiding questions:
- What is the difference between a traditional and responsive approach to planning?
- How might we generate buy-in, solicit feedback and engage stakeholders in innovative ways from day one of the planning process?
- How might we empower leaders at all levels to own and move the work of the strategic plan forward?
- How might teams implement initiatives, monitor progress and make adjustments based on learnings and reflection?
Participants will:
- Learn about a replicable process for strategic planning grounded in responsive and iterative practices
- Develop knowledge of tools and practices that you can use in your district, including how to assess your current state, include community voices from a variety of stakeholder groups, prioritize needs, and create a responsive plan.
- Make a plan to apply knowledge, skills and resources on responsive planning to a current or upcoming district strategic plan
The content is best suited for district and school leaders. We encourage people to attend in teams, though individual leaders are also welcome.
Leadership Institute Information:
- When: November 17 from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM and November 18 from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Where: Warwick Hotel in downtown Denver (1776 Grant Street, 80203 Denver, Colorado)
- Registration Information: $700.
- If you register by July 10: $575
- Registration closes November 10, EOD or when capacity reaches 50 leaders
- Meals: Light breakfast and coffee will be provided both days. Lunch will be provided on day one.
- Capacity: 50 leaders.
- You can learn more about the Education Elements approach to Strategic Planning here.
Hotel and Travel Information:
- If you are flying in town for the event, we suggest you fly into Denver International Airport (KDEN) any time on November 16 and depart on November 18 after 2:00 PM. We will begin November 17 at 9:00 am and finish up on November 18 at noon.
- We highly recommend that you stay at the beautiful Warwick Hotel and have a block of rooms at a rate of $169 per night.
- To book your stay by phone, call Warwick's in-house reservation department at (303) 861-2000.
- To book your stay online, visit their website www.warwickhotels.com/warwick-denver.
- If you have any issues booking, please contact info@edelements.com and we will assist.
Meet Your Presenters
Keara Mascareñaz
Managing Partner, Organizational Design
Keara helps schools and districts build and scale a culture of innovation through leadership development, team habits, and human-centered organizational design. Keara is the author of The New Team Habits: A Guide To The New School Rules and the toolkit creator for The New School Rules: 6 Vital Practices for Thriving and Responsive Schools. She has supported systems change at 1,000 districts and schools in rural, urban, and suburban communities, including strategic plans in the district, non-profit, and corporate space.
Andrea Goetchius
Associate Partner
Andrea works with schools and districts to best meet the needs of all learners. Andrea enjoys collaborating with and connecting clients across the country. Andrea began her career as a Special Education Teacher in Glendale, Arizona. As a teacher she experienced customized learning for her own professional development, solidifying the belief that all teachers and students deserve unique paths for learning and development. Andrea specializes in projects that bring initiatives to scale across districts, regional centers and state entities. Andrea has led districts through their strategic planning process to identify long term priorities and goals and is passionate about the development of innovative leaders.
Natalie Hall
Senior Design Principal
Natalie partners with school and district leadership to develop strategic plans and sustained organizational changes. Natalie has experience as a middle school reading and ELA teacher, and as a consultant in the private sector. She previously worked with a boutique strategy firm on engagements supporting federal and commercial clients in their goals of making more informed strategic and operational decisions.
Have questions? Reach out to info@edelements.com
Interested but want to know more? Sign up to attend one of our free upcoming webinars.
- Developing a Responsive Strategic Plan: Launch & Monitor - This webinar has passed.
- Strategic Planning Buy-In from Community Engagements - This webinar has passed.
Optional sightseeing opportunities in Denver
- If you have never been to a food hall, this is a must! There are a few food halls and here are our favorite: Avanti, Dairy Mart, Denver Central Market, Zeppelin Station.
