It is definitely amazing to see how much growth I have made in such a short period of time. In reflecting on all 10 Competency Areas I feel like I am at least competent in all areas. Not to say there are not areas that I need more experience and need to improve, but I do feel like I have gained enough information throughout the courses of this program to at least know where to go to get more information.
The following competencies are considered areas of strength, but as mentioned before, continue to need refining and growth. Competency 1 was already an area I felt strong in due to my ethical nature and willingness to follow policies and procedures. After discussion regarding ways that individuals can get themselves into hot water without really knowing it certainly made me analyze certain aspects of managing funds and resources differently. I realize the higher the position the more there is a chance of scrutiny and must do as much as possible to remain transparent and honest with district resources. Competency 2 is almost a strength, but is definitely an area of competency. As a campus leader in a school that is not nearly as diverse as the overall district, I must continue to do more to recognize and honor diversity. Competency 3 is a strength because this is certainly an area that I have been working to develop at the campus level. I am also very lucky to have a superintendent to model after in this regard. My current superintendent does a wonderful job of involving community members and keeping all stakeholders informed. In working with my district supervisor, which is the Chief of Curriculum and Instruction, I gained much knowledge in the area of instructional planning as expected in Competency 6. Competency 7 was certainly an area that I felt was improved based on the professional growth plan activity we were required to complete. This activity gave me a systematic way to develop staff development. The final area of strength is competency 10, which addresses state and federal requirements. This continues to be an area of strength, and was greatly improved by all the opportunities to access board policy and various TEC and TAC requirements.
Competency 5 and 9 are areas of competency. I certainly feel the Superintendent Leadership class promoted growth in these areas, but I need to continue to develop my skills in regards to strategic planning and plant management.
Competency 4 remains an area of needed improvement as does Competency 8. Working with a Board of Trustees remains an area I feel I need to make sure I continue to explore. I think much of this will depend on the dynamics of The Board I will be working with. Controlling the budget on a district level is most certainly an area I need to continue to develop. I know where to go for laws and assistance, but do not feel I have all the information I need to perform these responsibilities to the level that would be expected of a district leader. A specific strand I need to ensure I address is; access and work with local, state, and national political systems and organizations to elicit input on critical educational issues.
Leadership of the Educational Community, Domain 1, is an overall area of strength with the exception of the actual budget. Instructional Leadership, Domain 2, and Domain 3 Administrative Leadership are both areas of competency.
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I am also seeking opportunities to work with the board and budgeting.
I agree with you about not having any competencies show that I need to improve. However, always looking for more experiences to grow. Great job and I wish the best for you!
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