Professional Development Series for School Leaders
Partner Event
Strategic thinking and change leadership skills are crucial for effective school leadership today. However, most principals are not adequately trained in these areas. EAB’s four-part professional development series is designed to equip principals and aspiring leaders with the essential skills they need to succeed.
District leaders can nominate up to five high-performing principals and school leaders to join this professional development series. Nominees should log in to their eab.com account and click the “Register” button to sign up for the event series.
Please note that this series launched in 2024; you’re encouraged to nominate five additional principals, even if your district has participated before.
Series session overview
This is a four-part series of 60-minute sessions. The series takes place from October through February.
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Introduction to Root Cause Analysis
Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. ET
Principals will dive deep into identifying the underlying causes of issues in their schools. This session will equip them with the tools to solve problems at their core.
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Hidden Enemies to Strategy
Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. ET
This is a great level-setting presentation where participants learn how inherent cognitive biases inhibit strategic thinking. The session introduces five evidence-based techniques to mitigate the impact of cognitive biases and craft bold strategies that can succeed in a rapidly changing world.
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Leading Campus Change Initiatives
Thursday, January 15, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. ET
Change is inevitable, but managing change effectively is a skill. This session will guide principals in crafting and executing robust change management plans that ensure smooth transitions and lasting improvements.
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Cultivating Compassionate Leadership
Thursday, February 19, 2026 | 1:00 p.m. ET
Research shows that compassionate leadership is vital for effective leadership. Yet, it’s a skill often left out in traditional training programs for school and district leaders. EAB has designed an expert-led session to learn concrete strategies to forge deeper connections and transform conflict into growth.