Frontline Education

1. MLDS Year 1 Northwest (St Joseph)

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5 Varies, St. Joseph (St. Joseph, MO)

Audience: Year 1 Building Leaders and Mentors

Dates: 6/6/2024 to 5/29/2025

Welcome to MLDS NEW LEADERS YEAR 1 - St. Joseph Cohort! The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to new principals and assistant principals through research-based learning experiences. NEW LEADERS YEAR 1 and their mentors will participate in five regional meetings that provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. One of the meetings includes a coaching lab that provides hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The capstone to this year of learning includes registration to the NORTHWEST LEADERSHIP SUMMIT on May 29, 2025. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

The NEW LEADERS YEAR 1 level is the initial phase of MLDS support and is designed for first year principals and assistant principals. Principals will be guided by an established mentor during this year of learning. Participation in both Year 1 and Year 2 completes DESE requirements for new administrator mentoring.

Mentors are encouraged to register but will not be billed or charged for registration.

2. MLDS Year 1 Northwest (Trenton)

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. Trenton (Trenton, MO)

Audience: Year 1 Building Leaders and Mentors

Dates: 6/17/2024 to 5/29/2025

Welcome to MLDS NEW LEADERS YEAR 1 - Trenton Cohort! The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to new principals and assistant principals through research-based learning experiences. NEW LEADERS YEAR 1 and their mentors will participate in five regional meetings that provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. One of the meetings includes a coaching lab that provides hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The capstone to this year of learning includes registration to the NORTHWEST LEADERSHIP SUMMIT on May 29, 2025. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

The NEW LEADERS YEAR 1 level is the initial phase of MLDS support and is designed for first year principals and assistant principals. Principals will be guided by an established mentor during this year of learning. Participation in both Year 1 and Year 2 completes DESE requirements for new administrator mentoring.

Mentors are encouraged to register but will not be billed or charged for registration.

3. MLDS Mentor Orientation- Invitation Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 6/27/2024

Mentors are an integral and required part of the journey of new principals in Missouri. The MLDS Mentor Training is for new MLDS mentors and qualifies you to act as a mentor for principals in the MLDS Emerging Level 1 and/or 2. Because of new orientation materials, grant requirements, and new procedures, all MLDS mentors will need to attend one of the MDLS Mentor Orientation sessions. The MLDS Mentor Orientation will provide new or returning mentors with a brief background of the process and intention of MLDS, state requirements for mentoring, introduction of MLDS curricula, and specific coaching ideas to make your mentoring experience successful and effective. There is no cost for this training.

Your MLDS Specialists have invited you to this orientation. You will have the option to participate in any one of two in-person sessions or in any one of two virtual sessions.

Each mentor will need to complete a mentor application, a contract for professional services, and a W-9 form to recieve payment.

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4. MLDS Mentor Orientation - Virtual - Invitation Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 6/27/2024

Mentors are an integral and required part of the journey of new principals in Missouri. The MLDS Mentor Training is for new MLDS mentors and qualifies you to act as a mentor for principals in the MLDS Emerging Level 1 and/or 2. Because of new orientation materials, grant requirements, and new procedures, all MLDS mentors will need to attend one of the MDLS Mentor Orientation sessions. The MLDS Mentor Orientation will provide new or returning mentors with a brief background of the process and intention of MLDS, state requirements for mentoring, introduction of MLDS curricula, and specific coaching ideas to make your mentoring experience successful and effective. There is no cost for this training.

Your MLDS Specialists have invited you to this orientation. You will have the option to participate in any one of two in-person sessions or in any one of two virtual sessions.

Each mentor will need to complete a mentor application, a contract for professional services, and a W-9 form to recieve payment.

5. MLDS Mentor Orientation- Invitation Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 7/17/2024

Mentors are an integral and required part of the journey of new principals in Missouri. The MLDS Mentor Training is for new MLDS mentors and qualifies you to act as a mentor for principals in the MLDS Emerging Level 1 and/or 2. Because of new orientation materials, grant requirements, and new procedures, all MLDS mentors will need to attend one of the MDLS Mentor Orientation sessions. The MLDS Mentor Orientation will provide new or returning mentors with a brief background of the process and intention of MLDS, state requirements for mentoring, introduction of MLDS curricula, and specific coaching ideas to make your mentoring experience successful and effective. There is no cost for this training.

Your MLDS Specialists have invited you to this orientation. You will have the option to participate in any one of two in-person sessions or in any one of two virtual sessions.

Each mentor will need to complete a mentor application, a contract for professional services, and a W-9 form to recieve payment.

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6. MLDS Mentor Orientation- Virtual - Invitation Only

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 7/17/2024

Mentors are an integral and required part of the journey of new principals in Missouri. The MLDS Mentor Training is for new MLDS mentors and qualifies you to act as a mentor for principals in the MLDS Emerging Level 1 and/or 2. Because of new orientation materials, grant requirements, and new procedures, all MLDS mentors will need to attend one of the MDLS Mentor Orientation sessions. The MLDS Mentor Orientation will provide new or returning mentors with a brief background of the process and intention of MLDS, state requirements for mentoring, introduction of MLDS curricula, and specific coaching ideas to make your mentoring experience successful and effective. There is no cost for this training.

Your MLDS Specialists have invited you to this orientation. You will have the option to participate in any one of two in-person sessions or in any one of two virtual sessions.

Each mentor will need to complete a mentor application, a contract for professional services, and a W-9 form to recieve payment.

7. MLDS 1 - Emerging Year 1 for 2024-2025 - Central RPDC

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Dates: 7/24/2024 to 2/20/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

This is the initial phase of MLDS participation. Emerging Year 1 is intended for principals and assistant principals in their first year of service as a leader. Three regional sessions will be held as well as two coaching labs.

Mentors of Emerging Level 1 principals should register for this session, as well.

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8. 24-25 MLDS: New Leaders Year I

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: School Leaders in their first few years of school leadership.

Dates: 8/1/2024 to 4/8/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V & VI.

New Leaders Year 1 Cohort:
The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a series of professional learning experiences specifically tailored to develop leadership capacity across multiple domains of leadership. Research and practical experience confirm the impact of leadership on multiple aspects of school life, personal satisfaction, recruitment and retention of faculty and staff, and student achievement, to name a few. Essential activities will include, but are not limited to productive and relevant mentoring (Emerging Level - years 1 and 2) and comprehensive and progressive learning treatments designed to meet principals' needs at their current level of experience (Emerging and Developing Levels). Join this cohort and watch your leadership skill and professional network grow. Not sure which cohort to join? Just ask!

9. Leadership Academy - Northwest RPDC

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5 Varies (Maryville/St Joseph, MO)

Audience: Principals and assistant principals with 3 or more years of experience.

Dates: 8/5/2024 to 4/1/2025

Welcome to Missouri Leadership Academy - Northwest Cohort! Missouri Leadership Academy is part of the Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) and is intended for building level administrators to participate in both statewide and regional professional learning and networking for an intensive year of leadership development. Leadership Academy is designed for building leaders in Year 3 and beyond. The Leadership Academy emphasizes the importance of building capacity of instructional practices, leadership for change, and deep understanding of self and others that correlates to high academic achievement for students.

The program includes includes:
* 3 state meetings: Kickoff (June), Winter Meeting (January) and Graduation (June)
* Outdoor Leadership Experience (October) held at YMCA Trout Lodge, Potosi
* 4 regional cohort meetings
* Optional legislative/DESE visit

Participants also need to register for the statewide Leadership Academy 39 (2024-2025)

Fee includes program registration for regional meetings. Transportation and lodging to state meetings is not included. An additional $300 fee will be paid to YMCA of the Ozarks for OLE.

Scholarships are available through Northwest RPDC! Please email Tiffany Otto (totto@nwmissouri.edu) if you have any questions.

10. 24-25 MLDS: New Leaders Year II Cohort

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: School Leaders in their first few years of school leadership.

Dates: 8/6/2024 to 4/9/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V.

New Leaders Year 2 Cohort:
The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V. School leaders will want to invest in their own professional development by attending each level of training. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) New Leaders Year 1 provides principals: Conclusion of two-years of productive and relevant mentoring, training and support through research-based learning experiences, opportunities to develop formal and informal professional networks. MLDS New Leaders Year 2 includes two regional meetings which provide practical, relevant learning as well as two coaching labs providing hands on experiences to improve skills in assessing school culture. In addition, a minimum of 20 hours of mentor support are included. Participation in New Leaders Year 1 is a pre-requisite for this cohort. If you are in year two of school leadership and did not participate in New Leaders Year 1, please contact the RPDC Leadership Development Specialist, Tamara Moore-Callahan at tymtc7@umkc.edu to discuss your best course placement. Completion of the New Leaders/Emerging Level series (year 1 and 2) meets administrative certification requirements.

11. MLDS (SW) Year 2 Cohort - Springfield

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: TBA-Springfield, MO (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/10/2024 to 2/20/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

12. MLDS (SW) Year 1 Cohort - Joplin

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Joplin Administration Building (Joplin, MO)

Dates: 9/11/2024 to 3/5/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

13. MLDS (SW) Year 2 Cohort - Joplin

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Joplin Administration Building (Joplin, MO)

Dates: 9/11/2024 to 3/5/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

14. MLDS (SW) Year 3 & 4 Cohort - Joplin

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Joplin Administration Building (Joplin, MO)

Dates: 9/11/2024 to 3/5/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

15. MLDS 2 - Emerging Year 2 for 2024-2025 - Central RPDC

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: 9 University of Central Missouri (Warrensburg, MO) [map]

Audience: Principals and assistant principals that have completed MLDS Emerging Year 1 and their mentors.

Dates: 9/12/2024 to 2/27/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

The Emerging Year 2 level is designed for second year principals and assistant principals. Principals will continue to be guided by their established mentors. Completion of Emerging Year 1 is a prerequisite for participation in Emerging Year 2 activities. Participation in both Year 1 and Year 2 completes DESE requirements for new administrator mentoring.

Participants need only register one time to attend all sessions. Mentors are encouraged to register but will not be billed or charged for registration.

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16. MLDS (SW) Year 5 & 6 Cohort - Joplin

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: Joplin Administration Building (Joplin, MO)

Dates: 9/12/2024 to 3/6/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

17. MLDS Advanced Leadership Network 3

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. St Joseph (St Joseph, MO)

Audience: Principals and assistant principals with 3 or more years of experience

Dates: 9/12/2024 to 5/29/2025

Welcome to MLDS ADVANCED LEADERSHIP Network 3! As an experienced leader, the MLDS Advanced series is a continuation of leader training through research-based learning experiences. Participants will explore the roles of a leader with an emphasis on:
* Culture and communication
* Managing change
* Developing good leadership habits
* Leader influence and personal growth
* Coaching & Feedback Lab: Next Level Coaching

The capstone to this year of learning includes registration to the NORTHWEST LEADERSHIP SUMMIT on May 29, 2025. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

The ADVANCED LEADERSHIP - Cohort 3 level is designed for experienced principals and assistant principals with 3 or more years of experience. Enrollment in the MLDS Advanced Leadership series is best aligned after completion of NEW LEADER YEAR 1 and YEAR 2, but is not required.

18. MLDS 3 - Developing Level 1 for 2024-2025 - Central RPDC

Program: RPDC - Central

Location: Varies (Varies, MO)

Audience: Building Leaders in Year 3 and Beyond

Dates: 9/17/2024 to 3/11/2025

The MLDS Developing Level 1 is designed for principals in their third year of practice. Developing Level 1 (D1)is a continuation of the MLDS Emerging Levels 1 and 2. D1 is also included for those enrolled in the MLDS Leadership Academy. MLDS D1 in the Central Region includes three sessions on the UCM campus plus a Coaching Lab in a nearby school.

Principals at the Developing Level 1 will continue their study of the five domains of leadership learning new ideas and refining previously learned ideas.

Those intending to register for MLDS Leadership Academy (which includes Outdoor Leadership Experience) must also register by clicking here. The Central Region RPDC charges $500 per person ($600 per person for non-members) for Leadership Academy registration. There is no extra charge for participation in MLDS Developing Level 1 registration with Leadership Academy.

19. MLDS (SW) Year 3 & 4 Cohort - Springfield

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: TBA-Springfield, MO (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 9/17/2024 to 2/25/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

20. MLDS Year 2 Northwest

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. St Joseph (St Joseph, MO)

Audience: Year 2 Building Leaders and Mentors

Dates: 9/17/2024 to 5/29/2025

Welcome to MLDS NEW LEADERS YEAR 2! The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. NEW LEADERS YEAR 2 and their mentors will participate in five regional meetings that provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. One of the meetings includes a coaching lab that provides hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The capstone to this year of learning includes registration to the NORTHWEST LEADERSHIP SUMMIT on May 29, 2025. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

The NEW LEADERS YEAR 2 level is designed for second year principals and assistant principals. Principals will continue to be guided by their established mentors. Completion of NEW LEADERS YEAR 1 is a prerequisite for participation in NEW LEADERS YEAR 2 activities. Participation in both Year 1 and Year 2 completes DESE requirements for new administrator mentoring.

Mentors are encouraged to register but will not be billed or charged for registration.

21. 24-25 MLDS: Sustaining Leadership IV Cohort

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: School Leaders in who have four plus years of school leadership experience.

Dates: 9/19/2024 to 4/24/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V & VI.

Sustaining Leadership IV Cohort:
The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V. School leaders will want to invest in their own professional development by attending each level of training. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) Sustaining Leadership IV Cohort provides principals training and support through research-based learning experiences, opportunities to develop formal and informal professional networks. MLDS Sustaining Leadership IV includes four regional meetings which provide practical, relevant learning as well as one coaching lab providing hands on experiences to improve skills in assessing school culture. Participation in Sustaining Leadership III is a recommended pre-requisite for this course. If you are in your first years of school leadership and did not participate in New Leaders/Emerging or Sustaining Leadership III content, please contact the RPDC Leadership Development Specialist, Tamara Moore-Callahan at tymtc7@umkc.edu to discuss your best cohort placement.

22. MLDS (SW) Year 1 Cohort - Springfield

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: To Be Announced (To Be Announced, MO)

Dates: 9/19/2024 to 2/18/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

23. 24-25 MLDS: Missouri Leadership Academy

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: School Leaders with at least three full years of administrator experience

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 4/17/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V & VI.

Missouri Leadership Academy:
Leadership Academy is part of the Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS), which develops effective school leaders who: Engage with school and community, serve as catalysts for meaningful and productive change, recognize and develop excellent instruction, and create and sustain a culture of continuous learning. Leadership Academy is comprised of school leaders across the state of Missouri and aims to promote the success of each student by building leadership capacity in the following domains: Relational, Instructional, Visionary, Innovative and Managerial. Leadership Academy offers four regional meetings, a three-day outdoor learning experience and statewide meetings. Statewide meetings will be held in mid-Missouri and Potosi areas, and regional meetings will be conducted in cohorts in your area.

24. 24-25 MLDS: Sustaining Leadership III Cohort

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: School Leaders who have completed New Leaders/Emerging content and are in their first several years of school leadership.

Dates: 9/24/2024 to 4/17/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V & VI.
Sustaining Leadership III Cohort:
The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) Sustaining Leadership III Cohort provides principals: Training and support through research-based learning experiences, opportunities to develop formal and informal professional networks. MLDS Sustaining Leadership III includes four regional meetings which provide practical, relevant learning as well as one coaching lab providing hands on experiences to improve skills in assessing school culture. Participation in New Leaders/Emerging Level content is a pre-requisite for this course. If you are in your first years of school leadership and did not participate in New Leaders content, please contact the RPDC Leadership Development Specialist, Tamara Moore-Callahan at tymtc7@umkc.edu to discuss your best cohort placement.

25. MLDS 4 - Continuing Transformational Leadership Cohort 2024-2025 (Year 4 and Beyond)-Central RPDC

Program: RPDC - Central

Audience: Missouri Central Region principals with four or more years of experience.

Dates: 9/25/2024 to 2/11/2025

The Central Region MLDS Transformational Leadership sessions will supply principals and assistant principals with access to learning opportunities to become more effective visionary, instructional, managerial, relational, and innovative leaders. These sessions are open to those principals or assistant principals with at least three years of adminsitrative experience, successful completion of three years of MLDS, and/or completion of Leadership Academy.

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26. MLDS Leadership RoundTable

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. Virtual (Virtual, MO)

Audience: K-12 building principals and assistant principals

Dates: 9/25/2024 to 4/30/2025

Want to engage in CONVERSATION and COACHING on current dilemmas and issues in education with other K-12 building leaders? Join us for LEADERSHIP ROUNDTABLE; a Zoom virtual chat session with other leaders in the northwest region consisting of 2-3 currently relevant topics generated FROM leaders, FOR leaders. No cost for participation. Sessions will last from 9:00-10:00 am.

Participants need only register one time to attend the sessions they're available to participate in. Instructions for topic ideas and a Zoom link will be emailed to participants closer to the first session in September

27. 24-25 MLDS: Transformational Leadership V Cohort

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: School Leaders of with six plus years of school leadership experience.

Dates: 9/26/2024 to 5/1/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V & VI.

Transformational Leadership Cohort:
The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a series of professional learning experiences specifically tailored to develop leadership capacity across multiple domains of leadership. Research and practical experience confirm the impact of leadership on multiple aspects of school life, personal satisfaction, recruitment and retention of faculty and staff, and student achievement, to name a few. Essential activities will include, but are not limited to comprehensive and progressive learning treatments designed to meet principals' needs at their current level of experience (Emerging, Sustaining or Transformational), opportunities to develop formal and informal professional networks, relevant leadership learning facilitated by MLDS specialists, delivered in a format that honors a principal's time, experience and areas of expertise in the education field. This cohort is well suited for school leaders with 6+ years of administrator experience. Completion of Sustaining Leadership content is recommended. If you have 6+ years of leadership experience but did not participate in Sustaining Leadership content, please contact the RPDC Leadership Development Specialist, Tamara Moore-Callahan at tymtc7@umkc.edu to discuss your best cohort placement.

28. MLDS (SW) Year 5 & 6 Cohort - Springfield

Program: RPDC - Agency for Teaching, Leading and Learning

Location: TBA-Springfield, MO (Springfield, MO)

Dates: 10/1/2024 to 2/6/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

29. MLDS Year 8 and Beyond Regional Meeting - Day 1 of 2

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E209 Conference Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 10/9/2024

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH REGIONAL MEETING separately.

October 9 - Regional Meeting 1

Fall Coaching Labs (Location/Dates TBD)

February 26 - Regional Meeting 2

Spring Coaching Labs (Location/Dates TBD)

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

30. MLDS Aspiring Leaders Network

Program: RPDC - Northwest

Location: 5. St Joseph (St Joseph, MO)

Audience: Educators that serve as leaders in their buildings in any capacity or desire to become a principal or assistant principal.

Dates: 10/10/2024 to 5/29/2025

Welcome to MLDS ASPIRING LEADER NETWORK! The MLDS ASPIRING NETWORK develops teacher leaders seeking quality professional learning that will take their leadership to the next level or prepare them for accepting their first principal position in the future. Acquire the skills and practices needed to recognize and develop excellent classroom instruction, understand yourself and others, develop your decision-making skills to make the right call on tough decisions, and learn to read and shape a school's culture. ASPIRING LEADER participants will engage in three regional meetings that provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for future building administrators. The capstone to this year of learning includes registration to the NORTHWEST LEADERSHIP SUMMIT on May 29, 2025.

31. 24-25 MLDS: Aspiring Leaders

Program: RPDC - Kansas City

Location: 3 KCRPDC-Union Station (Kansas City, MO) [map]

Audience: Teachers and non-certified staff who have interest in school leadership.

Dates: 10/30/2024 to 3/6/2025

The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is a continuum of learning and supports provided to school leaders from aspiring to retiring. In addition to content available for aspiring school leaders, five levels of support comprise MLDS: New Leaders Year I, New Leaders Year II, Sustaining Leadership Year III, Sustaining Leadership IV and Transformational Leadership V & VI.

Aspiring Leaders Cohort:
The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) Aspiring Leaders Cohort: Training and support through research-based learning experiences, opportunities to develop formal and informal professional networks. MLDS Aspiring Leaders includes three regional meetings which provide practical and relevant learning to assist prospective schools leaders in the preparation phase, or pre-service, that results in an administrative certificate. If you are currently serving in a teacher or non-administrator role and have interest to become a certified school administrator, this cohort is for you. Please contact the RPDC Leadership Development Specialist, Tamara Moore-Callahan at tymtc7@umkc.edu if you have questions about this leadership opportunity.

Cost: FREE

32. MLDS Developing II Leaders - Day 2 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 11/13/2024

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 18

November 13

January 29

March 11

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

33. MLDS Transformational I Leaders - Day 2 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 11/13/2024

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 18

November 13

January 29

March 11

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

34. MLDS Developing I Leaders Regional Meeting - Day 2 of 3

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 11/20/2024

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 27 - Regional Meeting 1

November 20 - Regional Meeting 2 (CHANGED FROM NOV. 11 TO NOV. 20)

January 27 - (Half Day--9am-12pm) Next Level Coaching Lab @ RPDC Training Room

March 13 - Regional Meeting 3

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

35. POSTPONED MLDS Transformational II Leaders - Day 2 of 4 (Coaching Lab)

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 Rolla Junior High School (Rolla, MO)

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 12/3/2024

Starting Today

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 20 - Regional Meeting 1

December 3 - Coaching Lab (POSTPONED -- NEW DATE TBD)

February 6 - Regional Meeting 2

March 19 - Coaching Lab

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

36. POSTPONED MLDS Transformational III Leaders - Day 2 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E209 Conference Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 12/3/2024

Starting Today

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 20 - Regional Meeting 1

December 3 - Coaching Lab (POSTPONED -- NEW DATE TBD)

February 6 - Regional Meeting 2

March 19 - Coaching Lab

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

37. Professional Development for Principals by Principals (MLDS Year 8 & Beyond Principals)

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Active Building Principals and Assistant Principals

Dates: 12/6/2024

Starting Soon

This 1/2 day of learning will be presented to you by Principals who have been in administration for 8 or more years. Participants will have the opportunity to attend two one hour and fifteen minute sessions. The topics include: "Building and Improving School Culture through Collaborative Leadership","Catch all: Managing it All" approach - documentation, discipline, teacher feedback. Tangible takeaways for to-do lists, etc., and How to navigate through those difficult conversations we have. Tips and strategies to be effective. This PD day will be limited to 30 participants.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

38. MLDS Emerging I Leaders Regional Meeting - Day 3 of 3

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 1/14/2025

There are five dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH REGIONAL MEETING separately.

July 11 - Regional Meeting 1-Critical First

September 12 - Regional Meeting 2

October Coaching Labs (Location/Dates TBD)

January 14 - Regional Meeting 3

February/March Coaching Labs (Location/Dates TBD)

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

39. MLDS Emerging II Leaders Regional Meeting - Day 2 of 2

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 1/24/2025

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH REGIONAL MEETING separately.

September 11 - Regional Meeting 1

October/November Coaching Labs (Location/Dates TBD)

January 24 - Regional Meeting 2

March Coaching Labs (Location/Dates TBD)

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

40. MLDS Developing I Leaders - Coaching Lab

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 1/27/2025

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 27 - Regional Meeting 1

November 11 - Regional Meeting 2

January 27 - (Half Day--9am-12pm) Next Level Coaching Lab @ RPDC Training Room

March 13 - Regional Meeting 3

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

41. MLDS Developing II Leaders - Day 3 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 1/29/2025

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 18

November 13

January 29

March 11

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

42. MLDS Transformational I Leaders - Day 3 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 1/29/2025

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 18

November 13

January 29

March 11

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

43. MLDS Transformational II Leaders - Day 3 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E207 Conference Room (ROLLA, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 2/6/2025

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 20 - Regional Meeting 1

December 3 - Coaching Lab

February 6 - Regional Meeting 2

March 19 - Coaching Lab

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

44. MLDS Transformational III Leaders - Day 3 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E207 Conference Room (ROLLA, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 2/6/2025

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 20 - Regional Meeting 1

December 3 - Coaching Lab

February 6 - Regional Meeting 2

March 19 - Coaching Lab

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

45. MLDS Year 8 and Beyond Regional Meeting - Day 2 of 2

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E113 Conference Room (Rolla, Mo) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 2/26/2025

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH REGIONAL MEETING separately.

October 9 - Regional Meeting 1

Fall Coaching Labs (Location/Dates TBD)

February 26 - Regional Meeting 2

Spring Coaching Labs (Location/Dates TBD)

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

46. MLDS Developing II Leaders - Day 4 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 3/11/2025

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 18

November 13

January 29

March 11

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

47. MLDS Transformational I Leaders - Day 4 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 3/11/2025

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 18

November 13

January 29

March 11

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

48. MLDS Developing I Leaders Regional Meeting - Day 3 of 3

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E101 Seminar Room (Rolla, MO) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 3/13/2025

There are four dates for this workshop. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 27 - Regional Meeting 1

November 20 - Regional Meeting 2 (CHANGED FROM NOV. 11 TO NOV. 20)

January 27 - (Half Day--9am-12pm) Next Level Coaching Lab @ RPDC Training Room

March 13 - Regional Meeting 3

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

49. MLDS Transformational II Leaders - Day 4 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E113 Conference Room (Rolla, Mo) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 3/19/2025

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 20 - Regional Meeting 1

December 3 - Coaching Lab

February 6 - Regional Meeting 2

March 19 - Coaching Lab

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

50. MLDS Transformational III Leaders - Day 4 of 4

Program: RPDC - South Central

Location: 6 S&T Phelps Health Annex E113 Conference Room (Rolla, Mo) [map]

Audience: Building Principals

Dates: 3/19/2025

There are four dates for this workshop; however, the Coaching Labs are To Be Determined. You must register for EACH MEETING separately.

September 20 - Regional Meeting 1

December 3 - Coaching Lab

February 6 - Regional Meeting 2

March 19 - Coaching Lab

The Missouri Leadership Development System provides training and support to building administrators through research-based learning experiences. The regional meetings provide practical knowledge, skills, along with networking opportunities for building administrators. The coaching labs provide hands-on, practical experiences for leaders to improve their skills in developing and growing teachers. The Missouri Leadership Development System (MLDS) is an important component to support the effort of all buildings.

If you are attending a workshop for which you have not registered, a late fee will be applied.

Lunch will be provided. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions at least seven (7) days in advance.

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