PENNSYLVANIA EDUCATION POLICY FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM 2015-2016 APPLICATION FORM EPFP Fellows: develop a broadened understanding of the public policy process and the various aspects of education policy; enhance their communication and decision making skills; strengthen their capacity for leadership; and expand their network of professional colleagues. THE EDUCATION POLICY eplc AND LEADERSHIP CENTER Pennsylvania Education Policy Fellowship Program The Education Policy Fellowship Program (EPFP) is a professional development program for individuals whose work record reflects strong leadership abilities and a concern for issues important to children and education. The Pennsylvania Education Policy Fellowship Program is sponsored by: Participants in the Fellowship Program hold full -time positions in diverse organizations at the The Education Policy and Leadership Center local, state, and national levels. 800 North Third Street, Suite 408 Harrisburg, PA 17102 The program is available in Pennsylvania (717) 260-9900 www.eplc.org through The Education Policy and Leadership Center (EPLC). The nationally recognized Ron Cowell, President EPFP was established more than 50 years ago E-mail: [email protected] by the Institute for Educational Leadership (IEL) in Washington, DC. IEL continues to Mattie Robinson, Fellowship Program Coordinator support the program in the District of Columbia E-mail: [email protected] and through its network of state affiliates. For more information and to request additional applications, please call (717) 260-9900 or e-mail How is the EPFP different from other Mattie Robinson at [email protected]. professional development programs? Enrollment is limited. Please apply early. EPFP is supported by a national and state network of resource people and peers who have a track record of accomplishment in research, policy development, and effective practice in education, child development, and human services. In addition, a unique partnership with the U.S. Army War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania provides EPFP Fellows with training in strategic leadership concepts. The EPFP provides a comprehensive approach to knowledge and skill-building with a two-day opening retreat, nine full-day seminars in Harrisburg, one regional leadership forum, and one national policy seminar during a ten-month period. THE EDUCATION POLICY eplc AND LEADERSHIP CENTER The Education Policy Fellowship Program brings together a diverse cohort of professionals from education, government, military, human services, business, and community organizations. You are invited to apply if you have: A track record of making things happen – inside and across agencies/organizations. A full-time professional position and substantive work experience. A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent. The endorsement and financial support of your employing organization. EPFP Class of 2014-2015 A commitment to personal and professional development. This program has been invaluable in my growth as What is my commitment if I am accepted as an EPFP Fellow? an educational leader. It has pushed me beyond my Participate in a two-day opening retreat and nine full-day comfort zone, helped me hone skills for successful seminars in Harrisburg over a ten-month period. advocacy, and enabled me to strengthen my Participate in a regional leadership forum (October) and a network. The EPFP has energized me and provided national policy seminar (April). insight to ignite change. Share your experience and knowledge with other Fellows Dr. Michelle Saylor (EPFP 2014-2015) through presentations, class discussion, and class Assistant Superintendent , Bellefonte Area School District projects. Conduct independent study and research to expand on The Fellowship Program has provided a thorough issues explored in the program. study of education policy and the dynamics of policymaking at the state and federal levels. The How will my organization benefit from my participation in the EPFP? group policy project was a powerful way to apply Employers gain: what I’ve learned from my colleagues in the Access to a professional development program with a program as well as the state and national experts proven track record. who present during the monthly sessions. This Better informed, more skillful employees. experience has invigorated me to advocate for all Employees who are ready to assume more leadership students to have access to a high-quality, well- responsibilities. rounded, and well-funded public education. Expanded networks that enhance the organization’s ability Ronald Sofo, Ph.D. (EPFP 2014-2015) to access key leaders and decision makers who shape CEO/Principal, City Charter Public High School policy on behalf of children and education. As a school board member, it was very enlightening What is my employer’s commitment in supporting my to participate in the program. Hearing and sharing participation? experiences with education professionals gave me a Provide release time for your participation in the deeper understanding of the education system. The Harrisburg seminars, the regional forum, and the national Fellowship Program is a very worthwhile seminar. experience. Pay a tuition fee of $2,975 plus all travel-related costs for Chad M. Salsman (EPFP 2014-2015) the regional and national meetings and Harrisburg School Board President, Wyalusing Area School District seminars. The Fellowship Program has provided me a deep (If the applicant’s schedule or budget will not enable understanding about how policy affects and participation in the April 2016 national policy seminar, a influences education. The EPFP content, presenters, slightly discounted tuition rate may be available for the and opportunities to network have served as program without the national elements. Contact Ron valuable learning experiences and I would Cowell at EPLC for details.) encourage others who are interested in the Does participation in the EPFP qualify for Act 48 and SBA credits? education and policy world connection to The EPFP is not an approved Act 48 credit provider. participate in this program. EPLC is approved to provide State Board of Accountancy Christine Anne Royce, Ed.D. (EPFP 2014-2015) Professor and Chairperson, Department of Teacher Education (SBA) credit to certified public accountants through Shippensburg University December 31, 2015, and will apply to be a credit provider for sessions held in winter and spring 2016. Pennsylvania EPFP 2015-2016 Seminar Calendar SESSION LOCATIONS The EPFP has truly expanded Opening Retreat: Radisson Hotel Harrisburg my toolkit of resources and Regional Leadership Forum: Gettysburg Battlefield and U.S. Army War College (Carlisle) contacts to use in my advocacy Monthly Seminars: PA Association of School Administrators’ Headquarters, Harrisburg IEL Washington Policy Seminar: Washington, DC work as a local union leader Day at the State Capitol: PA Department of Education/State Capitol and advocate for the Graduation: Radisson Hotel Harrisburg community and students my DATE SEMINAR TOPICS Association’s members serve. Opening Retreat Setting the Stage Jolene Vitalos (EPFP 2013-2014) Part 1 . Introduction to the EPFP Teacher and President Thursday, September 17 . Changes in Society, Demography, and Education Bethlehem Education Association 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm . Politics, Elections, and Public Policy in Pennsylvania . Intersection of Local-State-Federal Policymaking Coming from a post-secondary . Overview of Key Education Policy Issues technical school, I have a vested Opening Retreat Making Public Policy in Pennsylvania Part 2 . Fundamentals of Education Policymaking interest in K-12 education Friday, September 18 . Policy Players and the Process policy as we take school 8:30 am - 3:00 pm . Roles of the State Board of Education and IRRC graduates and mold them into . Role of Research in Education Policy tomorrow’s technicians. Getting . Roles of School Districts and School Boards to know the K-12 school Regional Leadership Forum, Lessons in Leadership on the Gettysburg Battlefield administrators, education Part 1 . A Joint Activity with Fellows from D.C., MA, MI, NY, and OH Thursday, October 8 . Guided tour of the Gettysburg Battlefield with Focus on Strategic advocates, educators, and 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Decisions that Directed the Actions of Union and Confederate Armies officials who participate in the . Visit to Gettysburg Battlefield Visitors Center and Museum Fellows Program or present to . Travel to Carlisle, Multi-State Networking Reception, and the group has given me great Pennsylvania EPFP Dinner insights into how education Regional Leadership Forum, Lessons in Strategic Leadership from U.S. Army War College Faculty Part 2 . A Joint Activity with Fellows from D.C., MA, MI, NY, and OH policy works and can be Friday, October 9 . Leadership Lessons Learned from Gettysburg influenced. 8:30 am - 3:00 pm . Leadership and Managing Change Greg Null (EPFP 2013-2014) . Strategic Thinking for Leaders Director of Education Session 1 Leadership and Ethics Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics Friday, October 23 . Definitions and Characteristics of Ethical Leadership 10:00 am - 4:30 pm . Ethical Leadership Challenges in Varied Organizations The opportunity to network . Leaders as Change Agents in Public Education with top education Session 2 Ready for Success in College, Career, and Citizenship Friday, November 13 . Nurturing an Educated Citizenry and Educated Workforce professionals is not one to be 10:00 am - 4:30 pm . Early Education missed. Highly qualified . Ready for Success—21st