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Elementary Community of Practice: Sharing Wisdom, Strengthening Schools | Tuesday, 9am
October 29, 2024 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am PDT
This professional learning community is designed to empower elementary school leaders through community and collaboration.
This group is a supportive network where you can:
- Share the joys and challenges of leading an elementary school.
- Learn from the expertise of experienced colleagues.
- Discover innovative solutions to everyday dilemmas.
Explore topics like:
- Building a positive school climate
- Fostering student engagement
- Navigating parent communication
- Supporting early learners
- Effective use of data
- Peer-to-peer learning opportunities through facilitated discussions and breakout sessions.
- Actionable strategies to implement in your own school community.
Develop your leadership skills in a collaborative environment. Leave feeling refreshed, inspired, and equipped to tackle any challenge with confidence!
Portico Coaches
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Kate Barker
Kate Barker’s illustrious 34-year career includes 17 years as a principal, cultivating vibrant cultures despite challenges like poverty and diversity. Her education, including a master’s in Special Education and a reading endorsement, equips her with strategies for equitable practices. Driven by a passion for collaboration, Kate believes in the power of relationships to optimize growth. She aims to create a trusting space where leaders can flourish.
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Joann Hulquist
As a recently retired elementary and middle school administrator from the Beaverton School District in Oregon, Joann Hulquist has a wealth of experience in education. Prior to her administrative roles, she served as a classroom teacher for grades two through six and as an ESL Teacher, demonstrating her commitment to diverse student populations. Joann Hulquist also serves as an Adjunct Professor for George Fox University’s Administrative Licensure Program, imparting her knowledge and expertise to future educational leaders.
Meeting Dates:
This group will meet monthly on approximately the third Tuesday of the month at 9am Pacific.
- September 17th, 2024
- October 29th, 2024
- November 19th, 2024
- December 17th, 2024
- January 21st, 2025
- February 25th, 2025
- March 18th, 2025
- April 1, 2025
- May 20th, 2025
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Portico Facilitator
Ling Deng
Educator with years of experience ranging from preschool to adult learning in a variety of settings. Passionate about empowering youth and building strong communities. Here to help leaders make a difference!
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