Canyons School District PLC Road Map

Leadership and Culture Building the Capacity of PLC Leads

Research and Plan

Implementation

Refine

Sustain

The principal and BLT examine and develop a variety of processes for selecting effective PLC leads. The principal and BLT explore structures and resources needed to support the capacity building and sustainability of PLC leadership skills.

The principal and BLT implement the roles and responsibilities for PLC Leads and disseminate to staff.The principal and BLT communicate the selection process used for PLC Leads. The principal and BLT work to build capacity across staff to serve as PLC Leads. The principal, BLT, and PLC Leads participate in ongoing professional learning focused on leading an effective PLC. Is the process of selection of PLC Leads transparent to all staff? Have the roles and responsibilities been communicated to all staff? How effective are current strategies for PLC leadership capacity building?

The principal (and assistant principals) monitor the fulfillment of PLC Lead roles/responsibilities and identify leadership needs of PLC Leads. The principal and BLT support PLC Leads with resources and provide further support and coaching as needed. The principal and BLT solicit feedback from PLC Leads regarding their perceived level of support, professional learning and coaching received, and/or leadership effectiveness. Are the PLC leads being monitored regularly on their fulfillment of their roles and responsibilities? How well are PLC leads fulfilling their leadership roles and responsibilities?

The principal (and assistant principals) consistently monitor and support fulfillment of PLC Lead roles and responsibilities. The principal and BLT routinely reflect on how to continue to build the capacity of PLC Leads. The principal and BLT continuously solicit feedback on the needs of all staff in PLC leadership roles.

Critical Questions:

Critical Question:

Critical Question:

Critical Question:

How do available structures and resources at the school support the capacity building of PLC leadership skills? What is the system in place to identify potential PLC leads?

Is the fidelity of PLC Lead roles and responsibilities being monitored effectively? What additional support and professional learning is needed to sustain effective PLC leadership?