Superintendents continue to grow through SELF

SELF (Superintendents Emerging Leader Forum) is a unique learning forum comprised of superintendents who are interested in improving the quality and productivity of their school districts. This program is part of the MASA Toolkit and serves superintendents who come from school districts of various sizes and have a broad range of experience.

The participants quickly learn they have much in common as each meeting of the SELF Program focuses on pertinent issues presented by the participants. The discussion also includes a time for members to share a “Point of Pride” with superintendents in the group.

SELF sessions also include time for general discussion on other topics that emerge. Throughout the year, four meetings are held in each of four regions of the state. Participating superintendents take turns hosting the meetings within their regions. The meetings run from 9:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. and CEU credits are available for those who desire to register for credit.

Fall 2007 dates and locations are presented below for each of the four groups with the spring date and locations to be determined during the first meeting in each area.

Western Michigan:

October 9, at Jenison Schools
November 13, at Fremont Schools
February and May dates and locations to be determined

Central Michigan:

October 12, at Eaton Rapids Schools
November 16 at Grass Lake Schools
February and May dates and locations to be determined

Southeast Michigan:

October 11, at Allen Park Schools
November 15, at Hazel Park Schools
February and May dates and locations to be determined

Northern Michigan:

October 10, at Gaylord Schools
November 14 , to be determined
February and May dates and locations to be determined

The SELF Program is a highly valued program for emerging leaders with at least one year of superintendent experience who strive to enhance personal and professional development. You can be a part of the 2007-08 SELF Program by contacting Dr. Emmett Lippe (former Superintendent of Novi Schools) at 989.915.2394 or email him at emmett@lippeconsulting.com.

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