This presentation introduces educators to research-based tools and strategies targeted to develop leadership competencies in students and create a climate of excellence and integrity. Educators will learn how to implement and integrate the approach into their teaching practice to increase meaningful participation and improve student performance. Educators will be introduced to the Leading for Optimal Performance approach which focuses on leading through culture and character to develop optimal conditions for learning. Attendees will have hands-on learning with the CHAMP strategy, part of the Leadership Essentials curricular resources offered by The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University. Attendees will also learn about the Culture of Excellence & Ethics Assessment survey, recognized as valid and reliable by OSDFS experts and included in the federal School Climate Survey Compendium.
Assistant Director, Programs, The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center
Jeff Kluever is an Assistant Director, Programs for The Robert D. and Billie Ray Center at Drake University. A native of Norwalk, Iowa, Jeff graduated from Grinnell College with a Bachelor’s Degree in History and his Initial Teaching License. After teaching and coaching at the... Read More →
My interests focus on school-wide prevention systems, the role of instructional variables in managing student behavior, functional behavior assessment/intervention, and scientific research in education.
