The mission of the Granbury ISD (GISD) LEAP Academy is to develop leadership capacity in selected GISD teacher leaders by providing quality learning and coaching experiences in a collaborative and supportive environment with a focus on individual and organizational growth.
Selection Criteria
The following criteria will be utilized in selecting all LEAP Academy applicants:
A minimum of three years of teaching experience
Articulated interest in becoming a campus or district administrator
Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional growth
Evidence of leadership abilities as demonstrated in current or previous positions
Completion of at least 21 hours in an Educational Administration/Educational Leadership Master’s degree program, or hold an earned Master’s degree and 18 hours towards Principal Certification.
Properly completed application including comprehensive answers to the application questions
Minimum of two professional references, one of which must be your current supervisor/principal
Each year GISD will take a cohort of between 8-12 applicants.
Additional Considerations
All applications must be received by Friday, September 17, 2021. All applicants will be notified, in writing, of the status of their application by Friday, September 24, 2021. [See Application]
This year's LEAP Academy will meet monthly for seven months, beginning in October and culminating in April 2022. Academy participants will be recognized by the GISD Board of Trustees at its regular meeting on May 2022.
Program Expectations
One 2-hour session per month (seven total meetings)
Service on a district comprehensive needs assessment committee or planning committee for a district-level event
Participation in a leadership shadowing activity
Completion of several program assignments between LEAP sessions
Participation in a mock interview
Regular attendance at each session
Attendance at the May GISD Board Meeting
Potential Session Topics
G2025: Today and Beyond
Critical aspects of district and campus decision-making process related to instructional leadership, personnel, budget, and facilities management
Role of the Assistant Principal, Principal, and Directors
Effective Leadership in Effective Schools
Lucy Calkin's "Leading Well"
Panel Q&A Session with current GISD Assistant Principals
Panel Q&A Session with current GISD Principals and Directors
Mock Interview (and feedback) with current GISD Administrators, Principals and district Leadership Team, including Resume and Cover Letter Workshop
Shadowing Activity (GISD Assistant Principal, Principal, or Director) - This will require a one day district approved absence from your current role.