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Ford NGL U Circle for District Transformation Leaders

We’re bringing together district transformation leaders from across the Ford NGL Network to create a safe working space where participants will dig into relevant topics such as change management, distributed leadership, culture, sustainability, and succession planning. These facilitated experiences are specifically designed for your role to ensure you receive relevant professional support and develop a collective of go-to colleagues and friends.

Cultivate your experience.

With the launch of Ford NGL Circles we’re cultivating your experience further by teaming you with network colleagues who are in (or have worked in) a role similar to yours. We know that you’re looking for more opportunities to learn and leverage experience and resources, and Ford NGL Circles are here to make that happen.

What's in it for me?

Participants will have the opportunity to advance their work with a diverse group of peers.

Relevant Resources

Avoid recreating the wheel. Tap into a network of successful resources and practices that are used by practitioners like you!

Intentional Support

Get the support you need. This is your personal consultancy think tank.

Leadership Development

Provide opportunities to develop your leadership skills essential to your role.

Dedicated Community

Team with experts and friends who share the same role and come together to support each other’s work.

Two Sessions

These are LIVE sessions. Recordings of the sessions will NOT be made available.

Registration for these workshops is not closed.

SESSION 1

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

8:00 AM CST, 9:00 AM EST, 6:00 AM PST

SESSION 2

Thursday, June 13, 2019

8:00 AM CST, 9:00 PM EST, 6:00 AM PST

Meet Your Facilitators

Paula Barkley

Ford NGL Implementation Coach

Paula received both her BA in English Education and her MAE from Purdue University. During her 32-year tenure at McGavock High School, she taught reading and English in grades nine, ten, and twelve as well as Advanced Placement Literature.

In January 2007, she assumed the position of site coach for small learning communities at McGavock High School. This position evolved to the academy coach position. She retired from MNPS in 2014. Today she continues to work part-time as a consultant to several districts, as an implementation coach for Ford Next Generation Learning, and as a professional learning provider through the Ford NGL-Nashville Hub.

Starr Herrman

Ford NGL Implementation Coach, Ford NGL Nashville Hub Consultant

Starr Herrman is recognized for her work with high school transformation and the academy model in particular. She has served as the director of the Nashville Hub. Starr serves on the Ford NGL Leadership Council, National team and is a Ford NGL roadmap and implementation coach and advocate.

Starr also consults with many districts across the U.S. regarding high school transformation. Directing many of the events and professional development opportunities offered by the Nashville Hub, she has been instrumental in hosting the many study visits and VIP tours. She has helped orchestrate the Hub as a stellar professional development center that supports both Ford NGL and non-NGL communities as they strive to implement the academy model with fidelity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have you ever been in a professional learning community or a community of practice? If so, a Ford NGL U Circle is similar to that experience. You will be cohorted with others in your role to explore and discuss implementation successes and challenges. Your Ford NGL U Circle is a group of like-minded individuals from the Ford NGL Network who have the same mission and vision as you — transforming teaching and learning, transforming the secondary school experience, and transforming civic and business engagement.
Yes, because Ford NGL U Circles are designed just for you! They are one of the many valued benefits of being part of the Ford NGL family. You get access to Ford NGL U, so you can strengthen your community’s journey.
Talk with our team! There might be information we can provide your employer to ensure you get credit.
We all have a zillion and one things going on. Sometimes life just gets in the way of doing everything you want. That’s why we strive keeping it simple, to the point, and adding value to your world. All we ask from you is that you actively participate. That’s it! Just join in the virtual meetups and engage in our platform for sharing resources and insights. That’s the beauty of a Ford NGL U Circle! If everyone is participating and sharing, the circle gets stronger, and everybody walks away with more resources and supportive colleagues. For a small investment of your time, the returns can actually save you time while solving your challenges.

We want to be sure you are in the right Ford NGL U Circle. We can help you consider your options and make the right choice.

It is FREE! Ford NGL U’s role is to enhance what you are doing in your community. The way Ford NGL U does this is by providing you and your community stakeholders a variety of opportunities to learn and grow.
Yes! This is the beauty of the Ford NGL Network. You will develop relationships with the other members of your cohort. You can always reach out to one another to share your experiences, challenges, and solutions.
Great question! Always check Ford NGL U. We are constantly sharing and offering learning opportunities. If there is something more you are seeking, let’s talk! Reach out to your Ford NGL coaching team or email us a [email protected].

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