Breaking Ranks II | Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals (VASSP)

Program Description

Participants may choose either two- or three-day training sessions. Two day sessions prepare participants to lead change within their buildings. Three day sessions enable participants to become a certified Breaking Ranks II trainer. Participants engage in a discussion and reflection of systemic reform to improve student performance through the recommendations in Breaking Ranks IIT: Strategies for Leading High School Reform. Participants may also receive 3 hours of graduate credit through Lynchburg College.

Virginia Standard(s) Addressed

ISLLC Standards 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6

Program Goals and Objectives

By the end of this program, participants will learn how to:

understand the recommendations in Breaking Ranks II.
demonstrate an understanding of the strategies for implementing the recommendations.
identify entry points to begin reform.
develop an initial plan for implementing strategies.

Program Format

General session with large-group presentation. Participants also are involved in personal reflection, small group discussions, and think-pair-share activities.

Target Audience

High school principals and assistant principals and central office personnel responsible for high schools.

Self-Selection and/or Identification Through School Division

Yes/yes. Participants may self-select or be identified by the school division.

Duration of Program

Two- or three-day training with an option for graduate credit. After the training, participants may contact the VASSP Center for Educational Leadership at Lynchburg College (434.544.8444) or rjones@vassp.org for follow up assistance.

Outcomes Measured

Outcomes are measured by the school divisions that support the attendance of the participants.

Program Evaluation

Each participant completes a conference evaluation form providing feedback to VASSP for use in future conferences.

Contact Information

VASSP Executive Director Dr. Randy Barrack can be reached at rbarrack@vassp.org or via phone 804.288.2777.

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