Overview
While similar in nature, each center will develop its own approach to deepen and broaden learning focused on the learning interests of participants. Each center is led by fellows who are well-respected, experienced leaders with a track record of connecting with colleagues and creating powerful professional networks. The role of the fellows is to facilitate learning and professional growth related to current and emerging issues; identify and share best practices, current research and resources; promote the essential leadership role of the principal; and create a network of colleagues with an interest in expanding their learning. Leaders who choose to participate in learning through the centers will share experiences with colleagues while moving at their own pace. Leaders can choose to participate in more than one center and are encouraged to explore topics that will benefit them as professionals.
Apply to Be a Fellow in the Centers for Advancing Leadership!
As part of NAESP’s commitment to provide leadership opportunities to our members, we are seeking NAESP members to serve as fellows leading the work of our Centers for Advancing Leadership. The NAESP Centers for Advancing Leadership provide focused learning and development for elementary and middle-level school leaders. Fellows:
- Facilitate learning and professional growth related to current and emerging issues;
- Identify and share best practices, current research, and resources;
- Promote the essential leadership role of the principal; and
- Create a network of colleagues with an interest in expanding their learning.
The following centers will welcome a new fellow to the team effective Aug. 1, 2024, for a three-year term:
Centers
Meet the Senior Fellow
Andy Jacks, Ed.D.
Senior Fellow, Centers for Advancing Leadership
ajacks@naesp.org
Andy Jacks, Principal at The Nokesville School, is a well-respected and experienced leader with a track record of connecting with colleagues and creating powerful professional networks. Jacks’ role is to facilitate learning and professional growth related to current and emerging issues; identify and share best practices, current research and resources; promote the essential leadership role of the principal; and create a network of colleagues with an interest in expanding their learning.