What’s one memory from your school days that still inspires you today?

The AEC will review, discuss, and (when necessary) approve items relevant to academic strategy and/or the self-governance items for the Academic Excellence Committee. 

Objective: Assist the CEO in assessing the need for a new Chief Schools Officer (CSO) to support strategic priorities and network leadership capacity.

Purpose:

• Evaluate the current leadership structure and its alignment with the network’s strategic goals and priorities.
• Provide insights on the potential impact of hiring a CSO on academic outcomes, principal support, and leadership stability.

Key Questions:

• What are the immediate and long-term benefits of hiring a CSO versus reallocating responsibilities within the current leadership team?
• How would the presence of a CSO impact principal trust and investment in the network vision, given recent leadership transitions?

Objective: Identify challenges stemming from recent leadership transitions and their impact on principal trust.

• Purpose: Explore key concerns raised by school leaders regarding communication, collaboration, and leadership continuity.
• Key Questions:
  • What are the primary areas of concern for principals in the current leadership context?
  • How can the network demonstrate accountability and transparency to rebuild trust?