This innovative session reports the success of the Rural Alaska Principal Preparation and Support (RAPPS) program and the lessons learned in the first four years of the program. Presenters describe the innovative network of partnerships and the intentional strategies which have contributed to success. At each level of partnership, the RAPPS process is highly collaborative and custom-designed to meet the needs of leaders in rural schools across Alaska. Best practices from the RAPPS program are presented.
Participants:
Kelly Tonsmeire, Alaska Staff Development Network
Al Bertani, Consultant Susan Garton, University of Alaska-Anchorage
Blanc Kathy, Alaska Staff Development Network