SXSW EDU 2020

Failing Forward: Learning from 'Turnarounds'

Description:

Paying too much attention to data. Not paying enough attention to data. Making mistakes is an inevitable part of achieving success in our field. Luckily, we have opportunities to learn from each other to avoid repeating the same ones. In this session, we hear from a bold public charter organization leader who will share her honest account of what happened and what can be learned from it as we forge ahead in the path to closing opportunity gaps and achieving equity across public education.

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Takeaways

  1. Model what it means to be a vulnerable leader and the importance of continuous learning.
  2. Hear stories of failure from a successful public charter school leader, as well as what she learned and why it matters.
  3. Challenge folks to reflect on their mistakes or setbacks and apply lessons learned in tangible ways to their work going forward.

Speakers

  • Cristina de Jesus, President and Chief Executive Officer, Green Dot Public Schools California, Green Dot Public Schools

Organizer

Sean Thibault, Communications Director, Green Dot Public Schools

Meta Information:

  • Tags: professional development
  • Event: EDU
  • Format: Future20
  • Track: Leadership
  • Session Focus Area
  • Level: Basic Understanding
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