Leaders+in+the+Making+Background

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The //Leaders in the Making// program is designed to strengthen leadership capacity and support the design of succession planning models within school networks. As a network based program, //Leaders in the Making// (2007-2009) was designed to facilitate innovation at a local level. The next iteration of the program will be available to 50 school networks across the state to provide leadership development for emerging leaders.======

**Target Audience** This program is open to school networks that will support the leadership development of a group of high-potential emerging leaders. It is suitable for teachers who have recently taken on leadership roles or responsibilities within their school or have the potential to do so in the near future.

**Objectives** At a network level, //Leaders in the Making// will support sustainable, school improvement strategies.

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At an individual level, the participants will explore the leadership skills, knowledge and capabilities required to be an effective leader, progress their career and achieve their aspirations. Participants will increase their:======
 * ======knowledge of system goals and initiatives and key Departmental frameworks which link effective schools theory, professional leadership and quality teaching and learning======
 * ======understanding of their own leadership capabilities and be provided with opportunities to further develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions demonstrated by effective teacher leaders======
 * ======confidence and capacity to progress to further leadership roles in the Victorian government school system, and plan for their professional learning and growth.======

**Structure** The structure of the //Leaders in the Making// program includes network based leadership development activities and two statewide forums.

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The network based leadership development activities are self-managed by the network group. Networks are required to appoint a Network Coordinator whose role is to guide the participant’s learning and encourage strong collaboration within the group. Networks should design leadership development opportunities that take into account both the specific and generic development of the participants, and present an opportunity for participants to:======
 * ======explore the complexities of the network and to lead beyond their own school context======
 * ======contribute to a Collaborative Network Based Project to address a challenge within the network======
 * ======engage in career planning activities======
 * ======examine effective leadership within their local network.======

The network’s activities will be complemented by **two statewide forums**. The forums will provide an opportunity to explore:

 * ======current research and models related to school effectiveness======
 * ======DEECD policies and initiatives.======

**Dates**

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The timing and duration of network activities will be organised and facilitated by the network. It is anticipated that these activities will commence in July and will be completed at some point in 2011.====== Workshop Two: Monday, 18 October || Workshop Two: Tuesday, 19 October || Workshop Two: Wednesday, 13 October || Workshop Two: Thursday, 14 October ||
 * **Cohort** || **Venue** || **Dates** ||
 * Melbourne Cohort 1 || Rydges on Exhibition, Melbourne || Workshop One: Monday, 19 July
 * Melbourne Cohort 2 || Rydges on Exhibition, Melbourne || Workshop One: Tuesday, 20 July
 * Bendigo || All Seasons, Bendigo || Workshop One: Friday, 16 July
 * Traralgon || Quality Inn, Latrobe Convention Centre, Traralgon || Workshop One: Thursday, 15 July