Week 5 Part 3 – Final Reflections on Lessons Learned
As I reviewed the Competency 8 Self-assessment strands I was excited about my growth and knew there were areas that I would like to continue to grow in. Having experienced this course, I feel I have a more realistic view of the expectations placed on a superintendent. As I attended budget meetings with the Superintendent and Board, it was enlightening to notice the little things, such as the amount of stress they were under. The lectures and readings were a tremendous help. I would view them before interviewing our Budget Manager and Assoc Superintendent of Finance. The amount of knowledge I gained from meeting with them in one of the most valuable things I am taking with me from this course, taking what we learned and applying it to the real world. At times I was truly frustrated with the assignments; however I was in a group of troopers that kept trying which was inspiring!
This past Wednesday, our Superintendent met with all principals and district leadership. His presentation was over our budget next year. To say that I was exhilarated when I actually understood every word he said about the budget is an understatement!!! I learned more than I was giving myself credit for. It was great!
Norma - I had the same experience during this entire course. We have been working on our budget since just before the start of this course, and every week I had a real life application of our work. Glad to work with you and look forward to meeting you one day.
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