LETTER FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Here we go! EMPOWER YOUR STAFF AND STUDENTS THIS SCHOOL YEAR The beginning of a new school year gives you the opportunity for a new start. Your initial faculty meeting should focus on grounding your staff in your school’s mission and vision, tied to the districts’ mission and vision, and your school’s improvement plan project or goals for the year. You are more than a school manager, you are the instructional leader, and you have the greatest influence and responsibility to set the culture of change in your school. We advocate the change or tweak in the old ways of managing your schools. We are encouraging instructional leadership from all school leaders to promote academic achievements. We have articles in this issue to support your instructional leadership practices and other ways you can support your teaching staff. Plan professional development for your teachers that are functional, intentional, and most importantly – relevant. You should also become computer literate yourselves and understand how any new technology tools or software that your school uses works. Be it a school/student data collection software, attendance and grading, or instructional tools. Also, the beginning of a new school year is a great opportunity to create safe and inclusive environments for all students, promote and empower each student to reach their greatest potential, help lift up their voices and encourage leadership roles for them. You can create a school advisory team made up of admins, teachers and a student representative. Remember that it is our job as educators to foster and ensure that we create a culture of support for the youth in our schools and under our care. Have an Awesome School Year!!
Ada Omile Ada Omile Executive Director E.L. Africa Magazine
E.L. AFRICA | SEPTEMBER 2022
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