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This mini-simulation focuses on classroom management strategies for preservice or newer teachers. Ms. Carter faces a challenge when a student, Sarah, refuses to put away her phone during class. The simulation explores various approaches Ms. Carter can take to handle the situation effectively, highlighting the potential consequences of each option. Context Ms. Carter is […]
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A false social media posting has short-term and long-term negative impacts on a group of students. How can you be a leader in working through resolution? Your Role: High School Student Timeframe: Late Spring Challenge: Navigate the challenges of addressing social media negativity. Key Characters High School Students Counselor Trade-offs to Consider Identifying […]
As the principal of Fairfield Middle School, you must work with teachers who are unhappy about increased class sizes. At the same time, absenteeism is also rising. In addition, the discipline policy is applied unevenly. How will you guide initiatives to improve student performance while balancing teacher and leadership buy-in and commitment to sustainable change? […]
You have been Superintendent for the past three years. During the last formal review by the Board, a notable increase in suspensions across several middle and high schools was noted. Concerned about this trend, they requested a deeper analysis of the implementation and impact of the district’s new school discipline policy. How will you navigate […]
A parent expresses their gratitude for your hard work by giving you a gift card to a popular restaurant. A few days later, the same parent emails you, requesting extra credit opportunities for their child, who is on the verge of receiving a lower grade than expected. You suspect that the gift may be an […]
During a major exam, you notice one of your top-performing students glancing at another student’s screen multiple times. Upon closer observation, you confirm that they are copying answers. This student has never been caught cheating before and has always been an exemplary student. When confronted, they break down and explain that they have been under […]
The central issue of this sim is communication between a teacher and a parent about the performance of the student. The problem of practice is that parent-teacher conferences can end up being difficult conversations for the teacher if the teacher assumes the conversation is about the performance of the student while the parent wants it […]
As a first-year principal of an elementary school wrapping up the school year, you are responsible for building and staffing a plan to improve academic achievement in the coming year. In this simulation, you will encounter stakeholders in the plan whose needs vary and must be considered fairly. As a tool for practicing school leadership […]
This simulation takes place in a suburban school district at the end of the school year. After the prom, two students trespass on the high school principal’s property. It turns out that one of the students is a board member’s child. The superintendent must navigate the relationship with the board member and board chair and […]
This simulation involves a school leader at a struggling high school, seeking to build relationships and improve academic achievement while working with multiple stakeholder groups. Engaging with teachers and administrators, you’ll have the opportunity to confront behaviors that get in the way of academic achievement. Key characters include two administrators held over from previous principal, […]