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Seminar Topics |
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Opening Retreat, Part 1
Thursday,
September 12, 2013
12:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
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Setting the Stage
- Introduction to the EPFP
- Changes in Society, Demography and Education
- Politics, Elections, and Public Policy in Pennsylvania
- Overview: Key Education Policy Issues
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Opening Retreat, Part 2
Friday, September 13
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Making Public Policy in Pennsylvania
- Fundamentals of Education Policymaking
- Intersection of Local-State-Federal Policymaking
- The Policy Players and the Process
- The Role of the State Board of Education and IRRC
- The Role of Research and Data in Education Policy
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| Regional Leadership Forum, Part 1
Thursday, October 10
9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Evening Reception and Pennsylvania EPFP Dinner
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Lessons in Leadership on the Gettysburg Battlefield
- A joint activity with Fellows from D.C., Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, and Ohio
- Guided tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield with focus on strategic decisions that directed the actions of the Union and Confederate armies
- Visit to Gettysburg Battlefield Visitors Center and Museum
- Travel to Carlisle, Reception, and Pennsylvania EPFP Dinner
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| Regional Leadership Forum, Part 2
Friday, October 11
8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Lessons in Strategic Leadership from the U.S. Army War College
- A joint activity with Fellows from D.C., Michigan, Massachusetts, New York, and Ohio
- Leadership Lessons Learned from Gettysburg
- Leadership and Managing Change
- Strategic Thinking for Leaders
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| Session 2
Friday, November 8
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Leadership and Ethics
- Characteristics of Ethical Leadership
- Ethical Leadership Challenges in Varied Organizations
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| Session 3
Friday, December 6
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Ready for Success in College, Career, and Citizenship
- Nurturing an Educated Citizenry and Educated Workforce
- Ready for Success – 21st Century Skills
- The Arts, Museums, Libraries, and Lifelong Learning
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| Session 4
Friday, January 10, 2014
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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A Changing Education Environment
- Pennsylvania’s Changing Demographics
- Adapting to the Needs of Our Diverse Student Population
- Preparing, Supporting, and Evaluating Educators
- Assessment and Accountability
- Roles of School Districts and School Boards
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| Session 5
Friday, February 7
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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P-12 Education Funding Issues
- History and Fundamentals of P-12 Finance in Pennsylvania
- Governor’s Proposed 2014-2015 Education Budget
- Tough Decisions for Schools in Tough Budget Times
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| Session 6
Friday, February 28
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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School Choices
- Vouchers, Charters, and Public School Choices
- Technology and New Opportunities
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| Session 7
Friday, March 21
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Higher Education Policy Issues
- Governance and Funding of Higher Education
- Higher Education Quality and Accountability
- Linking Education and Workforce Development Policy
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Session 8
Friday, April 11
10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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Leadership for Partnerships and Public Advocacy
- Family, School, and Community Partnerships
- Collaboration and Building Coalitions
- Making an Impact with Elected Officials
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National Meeting
April 27-30
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IEL/EPLC Washington Policy Seminar
Washington, D.C.
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| Session 9
Friday, May 16
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Group Project Reports: Contributing to the Education Policy Agenda
- Washington Policy Seminar Debrief
- Group Project Reports
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| Session 10
Tuesday, June 3
Noon – 4:30 p.m.
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Day at the State Capitol
- Briefings by Key Education Policy Staff
- Visit Legislative Offices and Present Policy Project Briefings
- Observe Legislative Meetings
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Graduation
Thursday, June 26
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Graduation and Recognition of Fellows, Sponsors, and Alumni
Harrisburg Hilton Hotel
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