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Actively develop relationships with a range of stakeholders, policymakers, and researchers to identify and address issues, trends, and potential changes that affect the context and conduct of education.

 

  1. Stakeholder engagement: Educational leaders actively develop relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including parents, students, educators, community members, policymakers, researchers, and advocacy organizations. By engaging with stakeholders, educational leaders gain valuable insights, perspectives, and feedback that inform decision-making and enhance their understanding of the issues, trends, and challenges facing education.

  2. Collaboration with policymakers and researchers: Educational leaders collaborate with policymakers and researchers to stay informed about emerging issues, trends, and potential changes in education policy, practice, and research. This may involve participating in policy forums, research conferences, or working groups, as well as seeking out opportunities for partnership and collaboration with researchers and policymakers at the local, state, and national levels.

To support educational leaders in this endeavor, here are some web links to relevant resources:

  • Stakeholder Engagement Tools: The National Association of School Boards of Education (NASBE) offers resources and tools for stakeholder engagement, including guides, templates, and case studies that provide strategies for building relationships with stakeholders and engaging them in education policy and practice: NASBE Stakeholder Engagement Tools

  • Policy Forums and Conferences: Educational leaders can attend policy forums, conferences, and events hosted by organizations such as the Education Commission of the States (ECS), the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE), and state education agencies (SEAs) to stay informed about emerging issues and trends in education policy and practice: ECS Events, NASBE Events, California Department of Education Events

  • Research Partnerships: The American Educational Research Association (AERA) and the Education Policy Analysis Archives (EPAA) provide resources and opportunities for educational leaders to engage with researchers and access research findings that inform education policy and practice: AERA Research Resources, EPAA Research Archives

  • Advocacy Organizations: Educational leaders can collaborate with advocacy organizations such as the Education Trust, the National Education Association (NEA), and the National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) to advocate for policies and practices that benefit students and support the improvement of education: Education Trust, NEA Advocacy, National PTA Advocacy

By actively developing relationships with a range of stakeholders, policymakers, and researchers, educational leaders can gain valuable insights, build collaborative partnerships, and stay informed about issues, trends, and potential changes that affect the context and conduct of education. This enables them to make informed decisions, advocate effectively, and lead with integrity and vision in service of student success and educational excellence.