Leadership & Governance

I was recently asked to share my thoughts on developing a technology vision for an independent school. I have learned a lot (and continue to learn) from this process over the years and I think it essentially comes down to five things:

Almost 30 years ago when I started in Educational Technology, the job description for being a school tech leader was vague. Personally, my biggest qualification was that I knew more about computers/technology than anyone else at the school.

Have you ever looked at your academic programming and wondered how to make it relevant to real-world problems? Enter: computer science. And, the best part is that you don’t need a lab dedicated to computer science to teach these principles (though, it helps!).

In our previous article, "Overcoming Roadblocks: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential," we explored how to overcome barriers and unleash your leadership potential.

In our professional and personal lives, we often encounter roadblocks that hinder our growth and limit our ability to reach our full potential as leaders.

In an ATLIS Town Hall, participants pondered the changes that have come to the leadership role of technologists in independent schools, including acting as trusted guides for the many complex technologies that are now desired at their schools.

Policies without context are difficult to implement. This exercise will help identify areas of concern and the specific areas policies need to focus on. This template can be customized and used in small groups.

As schools increasingly rely on technology to support their operations and deliver quality education, the relationship between business officers and tech directors plays a vital role in ensuring smooth functioning and strategic decision-making.

In our previous discussion on the book "Post Corona" by Scott Galloway, we delved into the concept of the Great Dispersion and its implications for education.

As AI continues to revolutionize the educational landscape, it is essential for schools to adapt their policies to ensure ethical and responsible use of these powerful technologies.