Assistant Principals & Dean of Students Community of Practice

The Leadership Link is a Community of Practice that brings together South Central region assistant principals and deans of students with a shared goal: to strengthen district-wide leadership in supporting students across all age groups. The focus of this community will center on addressing three core areas of student success—academics, attendance, and social-emotional well-being—with attention to the unique needs of learners at each developmental level.

Recognizing that assistant principals and deans often serve in multiple roles—such as DAC, instructional coach, and activities director—this community will also provide opportunities to connect, collaborate, and share strategies within these responsibilities.

Participants will engage in collaborative learning and leadership development through:

• Unpacking and analyzing data to drive decisions and interventions
  
  
• Professional learning opportunities aligned to district and school priorities
  
  
• Legislative updates that inform policies and practices impacting students and schools
  
  
• Networking and collaboration to address timely problems of practice in real time
  
  
• Sharing celebrations and successes to build momentum and collective efficacy
  
  

This community will serve as a space for connection, problem-solving, and capacity building—ensuring district leaders are equipped with the strategies, knowledge, and support needed to improve student outcomes and create thriving school environments.

Additional Meeting Dates:

March 27, 2026

June 15, 2026