LEADERSHIP

Purpose: To provide an orientation to the Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence as a framework for supporting educational improvement.

Expected Outcomes:

· Increased understanding of the criteria for systems approach to continuous improvement

· Increased understanding of the relationships required for success

· Increased understanding of the rationale and framework for system assessment

· Development of an action plan for implementation

Target Audience:

District Leadership Teams, School Leadership Teams

Participant Prerequisites:

None

Recommended Time:

1 day

Required Materials for Participants:

· Orientation to Performance Excellence Participant Workbook

· Appropriate level of þ Systems Check II or III

Additional Materials That Should Be Considered to Support Participant Learning: