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Seven Attributes of Successful Diocesan Educational Leadership

Leadership and Strategic Vision An outline of a Diocesan Catholic Schools based on 21st Century Leadership Expectations. Only with the conviction that it is God’s work being done with the assistance of Divine Providence can we as Catholic educators see the future of Catholic schools: a future, filled with hope and a mission filled with purpose.  1) Leadership that is strategic, visionary and collaborates with: Mission-Centric Stakeholders Board Members Teachers/Principal/Pastors Educational Trends/Experts  2) Leadership develops 3-year initiatives that are: Communicated/Planned Supported and Tracked Implemented and Revised Evaluated and updated 3) Leadership that is inspirational and intentional… Focuses on Mission Focuses on Solutions Focuses on Success   4) Leadership that is collaborative… Develops communication with teachers Encourages partnerships with principals Relies on the influence and expertise of board members Fosters partners

The To-Do List for Successful Diocesan School Leaders

Diocesan Educational Leadership & Service Four services every Diocesan School Office must offer: Offer Consultative advice regarding personnel matters Offer Consultative advice regarding diocesan policies and guidelines Offer Consultative advice regarding best Catholic educational practices Be present at local events/celebrations Four requirements for every Diocesan School Leader: Availability Expertise Collaborative Leadership-style Credibility from Colleagues in the field  Eight Opportunities/Necessities • The Diocesan Leader of Education should: Create a Vital/Meaningful Board of Education with by-laws that reflect best practices; with meetings that result in actionable and measurable goals; and is comprised of committed/Catholic members that possess the following areas of expertise: Building and Construction Finance Technology Real Estate and Property Management Marketing / Advertising Education Publishing/Media Communications Parent/Civic Leaders

Cohort Superintendency: A New Model of Catholic Educational Leadership

Leadership and Strategic Vision Diocesan leadership must inspire confidence and be Mission Driven.   “A family once rented a small room. The family went to the owners of the small room and complained that the room was too small. The owner, angered by the comment, asked the family to leave the small room. Now, the room is empty but it’s still too small.”   by Kenneth Willers How does diocesan leadership transform an educational institution or system? Today, those involved in Catholic Educational Leadership must listen, reflect and inspire the entire educational community to effect change by living their mission.  In partnership with the Church and those dedicated to Catholic education, the main ministry or role of the Catholic educational leaders is to unify the voices and the vision of those being served. To achieve unity the educational leaders must inspire students, families, colleagues and the greater community about the mission and dream of Catholic Education at