7 Virtual Sessions | 11:00 am – 12:30 pm | Starting August 13, 2026
Leading staff is one of the most important responsibilities in a school district or ESD. This practical OSPA series is designed for education leaders who manage employees but do not work in human resources full time. Participants will gain practical tools to set expectations, support employee growth, address concerns early, document appropriately, and know when to involve HR.
Who Should Attend?
Principals and Assistant Principals
Directors and Coordinators
Department and Program Supervisors
Business / Fiscal Supervisors
·Office Managers and Lead Staff
Anyone who supervises employees but is not in HR full time
SERIES SCHEDULE & TOPICS COVERED
August 13: Setting Expectations Before Problems Start; Set clear expectations before problems begin
September 10: Goal Setting, Alignment, and Follow-Through; Align employee goals with district and program priorities
November 12: Documentation as a Professional Practice; Document conversations professionally and objectively
January 14: Difficult Conversations and Corrective Feedback; Address difficult conversations with confidence
February 11: Constructive Feedback that Helps Employees Grow; Provide constructive feedback that supports employee growth
April 8: Evaluation, Accountability, and HR Red Flags; Recognize when HR needs to be involved
May 13: Closing the Year Strong and Preparing for Next Year; Close the year with better systems for the year ahead
*To register for District/ESD unlimited access, and inquire about add-ons, please email ospadirector@gmail.com and request an invoice.