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School leaders face increasingly complex challenges involving students, staff, families, safety, compliance, and community expectations. This training provides practical tools and leadership strategies that strengthen culture, improve decision-making, and reduce organizational risk.

When: October 2, 9:30 a.m.

Where: Trinidad State College, Sullivan Student Center, Pioneer Room
600 Prospect Street, Trinidad, CO 81082

Register for Leading with Confidence

Presenter
Bret Miles, Spark & Compass, and Michelle Murphy, M3 Associates

Event Description
Three interactive sessions:

  1. 1. School Law 101: Legal Foundations for Effective Leadership

  2. 2.Relational Leadership and Culture Building

  3. 3.Applying the Framework in Practice

You'll leave with:

  • A better understanding of the legal principles that shape everyday leadership decisions

  • Greater confidence navigating complex personnel, student, and organizational challenges

  • A deeper understanding of how leadership decisions, organizational culture, and legal considerations work together to support positive outcomes

  • A practical framework for making sound, defensible decisions

  • Stronger communication and documentation practices that build trust and reduce risk

  • Strategies for leading difficult conversations with clarity, confidence, and empathy

Intended Audience
Principals, Assistant Principals, Superintendents, Special Education Leaders, School, Counselors, School Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Professionals, HR Leaders, Student Services Staff, Athletic Directors, Aspiring Administrators