Much like the CEO of a business, a school principal is responsible for everything that happens in his or her building. But principals’ most important work is making sure students achieve at the highest possible levels – giving them the best foundation for success later in life. That means teachers and others in a school building must be focused on the same goal … and that requires strong leadership from the top.
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Research has shown that effective leaders have a positive impact on student and school performance, but Kentucky’s principals have limited opportunities to receive the high-end training that is of such great value to business leaders. That\'s why the Kentucky Chamber Foundation is offering principals executive-level leadership training unmatched in the state.
As a business leader, you understand why education is such a huge priority. Our kids and grandkids are coming up within the education system right now, working to prepare themselves for the workforce. Kentucky companies depend on a skilled workforce to stay in business and to remain competitive, both locally and globally.
The Kentucky Chamber Foundation is contacting business leaders in every county in Kentucky, asking them to get involved in improving education by sponsoring one or more local principals. Join fellow business leaders and help create community support for schools and greater recognition of the importance of strong leadership in every school building.
Applicants must be a current Kentucky public or private school principal (vice principals are not eligible) and must agree to attend all sessions of the institute. Elementary, middle and high school principals are eligible. Participating principals will be eligible for 21 hours of Effective Instructional Leadership credit. Preference will be given to those early in their career as a principal
