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Aligning Purpose and Practice: An Organizational Blueprint to Reclaim Your Joy

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HBGCC - 225C

Innovator Talk

ASCD Annual Content

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Session description

Educators do not lack time because they are disorganized, and (though it can be difficult to admit) it is not due to excessive responsibilities compared to other professional roles. Establish effective goals and refine your practice through structured time, disciplined action, and a cadence of accountability both professionally and personally.

Outline

Facilitator will introduce learners to the Alignment Capacity-Building Framework and Integration Guide (ASCD, 2023) and explain how they can utilize the different components to guide their goal-setting and day-to-day practice at the individual, team, and organizational levels. Learners will dialogue in pairs and small groups about each of the strategies using reflection prompts and tools. Facilitator will provide participants with key resources and action planning tools for each strategy to guide their next steps.

Introduction (10 minutes)
- Welcome and introductions
- Inclusion activity
- Introduce Alignment Capacity-Building Blueprint and Integration Guide (ASCD, 2023)

Understanding Time Management Challenges (15 minutes)
- Discuss common time management pitfalls for educators
- Explore the root causes of these challenges (e.g., lack of prioritization, unclear goals)
- Identify personal time management challenges through a brief self-assessment

Establishing Effective Goals (15 minutes)
- Explain the importance of goal-setting for time management
- Guide participants in setting SMARTER goals
- Discuss strategies for breaking down large goals into smaller, manageable tasks

Creating a Structured Time Management System (10 minutes)
- Introduce various time management techniques (e.g., time blocking, Pomodoro Technique)
- Demonstrate how to create a personalized time management system

Building Accountability and Discipline (10 minutes)
- Explore the role of accountability partners
- Discuss strategies for developing strong accountability check-ins
- Address the importance of discipline in effective time management

Conclusion (10 minutes)
- Recap key takeaways
- Provide resources for further learning and support

Throughout the session, interactive activities, discussions, and practical exercises will be incorporated to engage participants and reinforce learning.

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