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Developing confident and effective educational leaders with a flexible approach to leadership skill enhancement
The SBO Leadership Academy is designed to develop and enhance the leadership skills of practicing school business officials. With sessions held in relaxed and professional settings, the Academy is geared toward the experienced SBO who is technically proficient and wishes to become a true educational leader.
Business Associate members who would like to support the SBO Leadership Academy initiative should consider our Sponsorship Opportunities. As always, we welcome and appreciate their generous commitment to quality professional development.
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Leadership Academy Graduate Comments
"Very insightful and informative"
"Excellent teaching and discussions on leadership"
"Opened my eyes"
"Speakers were very effective"
"I loved the books and will share them with others"
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Structure of Academy
The SBO Leadership Academy is an intensive program consisting of two sessions. Session I & II will begin with lunch on the first day and will conclude at 4:00 p.m. the last day. Sessions will consist of inspiring presentations and discussions of pre-assigned readings, lecture and other methods of program content delivery, small group work, and case study discussion and presentation. Rotating around the State, Session I will be held in October 2008, Session II in November 2008.
Cost
Substantial financial support for the Academy will be provided by NYSASBO and corporate sponsors. As a result, the total cost of the Academy (incl. accommodations, meals, and materials) will be $650. Participant’s share is set at $250, while the District is expected to contribute $400.
Curriculum
Each session will focus on state of the art and tried and true methods of leadership, and will incorporate a variety of presentation techniques. Pre-assigned readings and case studies will be used in each session as means to strengthen participants' skills.
Session I, October 1-3, 2008
Leadership
- The Components of Leadership
- Developing and Sharing Your Vision
- The Leadership/Management Balance
Communication
- Recognizing and Applying your Communication Style
- Opening Paths to Mutual and Successful Communication
- Expanding Listening Skills
Session II, November 6-7, 2008
- Establishing Trust
- Building Commitment
- Reducing Fear of Conflict
- Leading from Different Positions
2009 Annual Conference
A two hour strand on leadership with a speaker/case study and an opportunity for past and current SBO Leadership Academy participants to discuss the application of principles learned through the Academy.
Instructors
Faculty for the Academy will consist of successful leaders from both the public and private sector.
Instruction will be provided in a variety of formats to include keynote presentations, interactive instruction, dynamic case studies, and reflective discussion of selected readings.
Keynote presenters will share their vision and knowledge behind their success.
Application Process
Applications for the 2009-2010 SBO Leadership Academy Class will be available soon. Check back here for the latest.
Evaluation
The Academy should ultimately provide value to the participants, their employer, and NYSASBO. To this end, feedback will be solicited from the participants and their district. Participant evaluation will occur at the end of each session. Also following each session, the participant and the school district’s superintendent will be asked to meet and assess the impact of the Academy on the school district. This cumulative assessment will be submitted following the conclusion of the final session.
The SBO Academy Class of 2007-2008 List of Distinguished Graduates
Dennis Corsaro, Business Manager, Silver Creek CSD
Wendy Duffy, Assistant Superintendent for Business, West Islip UFSD
Arpy Ernest, Treasurer, Capital Region BOCES
Adam Geist, Budget Director, Hilton CSD
Gregory Giammarco, School Business Administrator, Ichabod Crane CSD
Beth Gillette, Budget Analyst, Greece CSD
David Green, School Business Administrator, Avon CSD
Keith Henry, Assistant Superintendent for Administration, Wayne/Finger Lakes BOCES
Deborah Heppes, Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Orange/Ulster BOCES
Alicia Koster, District Purchasing Agent, Kingston City SD
Carol Lasala, Shared Business Manager, Heuvelton CSD
Brenda LeClair, District Treasurer, Keene CSD
Carol McAdams, Accountant, Questar III BOCES
William Powell, Business Office Controller, Broome/Delaware/Tioga BOCES
Emilie Ruglis, Assistant Business Manager, Putnam/N Westchester BOCES
Susan Schmidt, Assistant Superintendent for Finance & Management, Sullivan BOCES
Suzanne Slack, Director of Fiscal Services, Syracuse City SD
Abigail Smith, Manager of Business Operations, Manhasset UFSD
James Southard, Assistant Director of Fiscal Services, Syracuse City SD
Judy Stevens, Business Office Supervisor, Capital Region BOCES
Ann Vaccaro-Teich, Deputy Superintendent, South Orangetown CSD
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