Executive Coaching / Mentoring

What would I do without my CIESC mentor? This partnership has afforded for me the opportunity to ask candid and “in-the-moment” questions. I can toss out many ways to solve a problem, and we can brainstorm together. The real luxury is that it’s even okay for me to say, “I have no idea what to do with this!” I have several colleagues that I can call upon for advice, but as a school principal, sometimes it’s nice to think “outside your district” and get a different lens on what’s happening. He has made me wiser and stronger — and definitely more reflective!

The CIESC mentoring program has been an absolute blessing for me in many ways. Having an experienced administrator has helped me process through difficult decisions and has provided another layer of support. We are all busy, and sometimes we allow time to be the deciding factor in our decision making. I find myself looking forward to each of our meetings no matter how busy my schedule gets. Our monthly meetings and check-ins help to recharge my battery and refresh my spirit. I am grateful for my mentor.

The executive mentoring program is hands down the best professional development I have ever had. The sessions are meaningful, relevant, and personal. For me, the mentoring has been all about processing situations, experiences, and discussing pressing educational topics with a high level, trusted mentor who has the knowledge and wisdom to guide, lead, and support my growth as a leader. If you are looking to grow in the most authentic ways, look no further. I will forever be grateful for this opportunity to be coached and mentored by one of the best!

The CIESC Executive Coaching/Mentoring program has had a significant impact on me personally and on our district. As a new Superintendent, I was able to benefit from the experience and wisdom of my mentor. I know I can call any of my colleagues for advice, but it was beneficial to have someone specifically charged with helping me grow and be successful in my position. My mentor provided a listening ear, asked questions, and offered different perspectives for me to consider as I was navigating challenging situations. We now partner mentors with administrators moving into their first administrative position in our district or their first principalship. In each situation, the partnership has been positive and just what our leaders needed. Being a school administrator has never been more challenging than it is today and the CIESC mentoring program has become a key support in our district for those transitioning into these important roles.

The CIESC mentorship program has provided me with a mentor who understands the pressure and joy of administration. My mentor serves as an outside perspective, coach, and friend. The mentorship program has helped me find balance, happiness, and confidence in both my personal and professional world. This program has in return grown my capacity to mentor teachers, staff, and other administrative colleagues. In my opinion, this kind of social-emotional support is a must have for administrators today.

The CIESC mentorship program has had an incredible influence on me both professionally and personally. My mentor brings with him many years of experience in administrative roles and is an incredible thought partner as I reflect on big decisions. I find myself looking forward to our meetings as it is a time that I am able to slow down and engage in reflective practice as well as share successes and hopes for the future. My mentor reminds me that at the end of the day we are all people and if we serve our staff, they can ultimately serve our students.

Mentorship has always been an essential component of my professional growth. As I’ve moved into new administrative positions, the value of mentorship has become even

more apparent. Having a CIESC mentor in my first year of principalship provided an outlet to openly share personal goals, struggles, and job-related scenarios. My mentor’s experience and objective input was the critical lens and collaboration I needed to feel confident in the work. Every session provided meaningful dialogue, reflection, and learning. Not to mention, CIESC has done an amazing job of recruiting only the best mentors with credentials any administrator would strive to possess and accomplish within their career. Don’t hesitate to get a CIESC mentor. Best advice I could give any administrator at any level and regardless of where they are in their career.