Fall 2006
"[We] could not help but be impressed with the educational leadership program
[at the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities]. It is a program worth emulating."
NCATE / Minnesota Board
of Teaching Review Team, Fall 2005
“Among NCATE accredited universities, the University of Minnesota’s College
of Education and Human Development ranks number one in the nation among all
public universities.”
Steve Yussen, dean of the College of Education and Human Development
Features
Minnesota Principals Academy [Web site]
Using the National Institute for School Leadership (NISL) program, the Minnesota
Principals Academy will enable cohorts of practicing principals to put leadership
best practices from education, business, the military and other fields to work on
behalf of their students and schools. The Academy is a partnership between the State
of Minnesota, the Minnesota Elementary Principals Association, the Minnesota Secondary
Principals Association, and the University of Minnesota.
Reflect and Reframe or Reframe and Reflect? Which comes
first?, by Rick Knapp
Appreciating where his educational journey has taken him, Rick Knapp describes why
he is thankful for the times ahead.
Student Assistance Programs: A Solution for Struggling
Students [.pdf], by Charles J. Ochocki
Charles Ochocki asserts that the right kind of student assistance program can pave
the way for students to lead academically, personally, and socially satisfying lives.
Middle School Musings, by Dr. Lynn Scearcy
Third in a series, Dr. Lynn Scearcy reminds us that the work we do for our “kids
in the middle” is crucial, and that the bigger picture includes middle school programs
that focus on the unique needs of our students.
Licensure Courses, Fall 2006
Read detailed descriptions of courses scheduled for the K-12 Principal, Superintendent,
Director of Special Education, and Director of Community Education licensure programs.
Space is limited, so register now!
Spotlight On…
Dr. Barbara Troolin
Dr. Barbara Troolin, Director of Special Education Policy for the Minnesota Department
of Education, sets aside some time to talk with us about being a life-long learner,
making connections, and keeping an eye on the future.
Regular columns
Bulletin board
- Important notices for Fall 2006: EdPA 5396
- EdPA 5322—The School Superintendent, Fall 2006
- EdPA 5323—Women in Leadership, Fall 2006
- Data-Driven Decision-Making (DDDM) Resources
- Searching for a job in Minnesota education? Check out our job openings
Calendar
Access important events and academic deadlines here
Kudos
It’s time to celebrate: Congratulations to the recent graduates of the licensure
program!
“FYI”
ATTENTION LICENSURE STUDENTS: Fall 2006 registration is ONGOING.
A preliminary listing of spring 2006 courses is also available. For detailed course
descriptions, see our course listings.
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