Specifications include, but are not limited to: 6.1 Coursework: Coursework for aspiring school leaders should: a) Coursework should be provided by an accredited principal prep organization, college, Historically Black College or University, or other university. b) Provide certification coursework in service of receiving an Oklahoma Principal Certification and/or master's in education Leaders aligned to the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders: Personal Leadership, Learning and Teaching, Talent Management, School Culture, and Planning and Operations. c) Coursework must be ready to have selected program participants begin in Fall 2024. d) Include course practicum hours and residency in-person in Tulsa, OK, equating to a minimum of 10 hours per week. The practicum or residency includes supporting the program participant and site-based principal mentor. The practicum should be a minimum of 6 credit hours. e) Conducted in a designated cohort of 10-15 Tulsa-based participants. f) Coursework would emphasize urban education. g) Conclude with a Capstone project to demonstrate competencies gained in the program. h) Coursework leverages research and evidence-based practices. 6.2 Coaching: Coaching for aspiring leaders should: a) Align with Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. b) Be provided by a personal leadership coach, with school leadership experience, that supports job-embedded learning and coaching cycles. Coaching may occur both during school hours and after school throughout the school year and summer. c) Be monitored through effective progress monitoring and support fidelity of implementation of program outcomes. d) Support the development of transformational leadership skills, mindsets, and competencies. 6.3 Marketing, Recruitment, Selection, and Alumni Support: Marketing, recruitment, selection, and alumni support should include: a) Ensure that the recruitment and marketing efforts are in line with the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. b) Create print, social media, and other recruitment materials and events. Include samples in your proposal. c) A clear criterion-based selection process that leverages objective measures aligned to the Professional Standards for Educational Leaders. d) Collaborate with Tulsa Public Schools staff to recruit potential candidates from Tulsa Public Schools effectively into the certification or master's program. e) Provide advising to aspiring principal candidates on their pathway to school leadership, including advising on coursework, track (certification or masters), testing, and steps to become a fully certified Oklahoma principal. f) Post graduate networking, support, and on-going professional learning opportunities aligned to school leadership.
