Governance Training Center
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Strategic Policy: Missing link for governing!
A streamlined model for international school governing teams
Sunday 12 January 2025
07-09 AM EST
Facilitators: Chip Barder and Bambi Betts
If there is one big idea that has become embedded in international school governance it’s this: the role of governance is first and foremost STRATEGIC rather than operational - to set broad direction for the school. And yet, take a look at your ‘governance policy manual’. If yours is similar to those of the vast majority of schools, it is likely filled with regulations, procedures or practices actually meant for the school leadership. Strategic, direction-setting policies are all too often MIA (Missing in Action). How can governance be strategic when its policies are not?
Join the conversation as we make the case for governing with STRATEGIC POLICY, and help you to understand how to develop strategic policies for your school using real world examples.
What will we learn?
What is a school policy anyway?
What is the critical role of strategic policy in international school governance?
o Why does a school need strategic policies?
o What is their purpose and value?
What policy model will best assist the board in fulfilling its strategic responsibilities?
o What are the essential components of a well-written strategic policy?
o What is the difference between a strategic policy and a regulation, procedure, or practice?
What are the essential areas where an international school should have strategic policies?
Who is it for?
Board members, owners and others involved in school governance
School heads
How does it work?
The session features:
2-hour synchronous session conducted on Zoom. You will need an internet connected device.
Interactive presentation during which you will engage with some exercises and reflections
Breakout rooms with other participants
An optional job-alike hour—stay on with us to chat with others in the role
PDF packet of materials which you will use for the interactive parts of the session
What is the cost?
Per participant from a member school: USD$200
Per participant from a non-member school: USD$225
Online payment by credit card. Wire transfer payment available to groups of more than five. Email registrations@theptc.org
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