A principal who completed SAM Process training last month made an interesting observation. She pointed out that TimeTrack is more than a calendar. It is a daily PD process.
A calendar is simply a schedule, a list of things to do during the day. It does not require reflection or intentionality. It doesn’t provide data on the time spent to complete projects, meet goals and work to improve teacher practice. It doesn’t show the number of interactions with each teacher, the frequency of contact or the sequence of effort. It doesn’t provide a narrative record of the leader’s work.
TimeTrack® does all these things. It is often called the school leader’s lesson plan. TimeTrack transforms a calendar into an action plan to improve teacher practice with mathematical and narrative records to use in the SAM Daily Meeting to reflect, determine next steps and hold yourself accountable.
Combining the use of TimeTrack and the SAM Daily Meeting with First Responders, and support from your SAM and Time Change Coach, is why the SAM process works. The fact you commit to intentionality, reflection, and to be your better self. This is why you are in the GREEN today.
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This is such a powerful reminder of the impact of intentionality in leadership! TimeTrack really goes beyond just organizing tasks; it’s about reflecting on your actions and making data-driven decisions to foster growth. The way it tracks interactions, time spent, and goals makes it a real game-changer for leaders committed to improving teacher practice. I love the comparison to a "lesson plan" for school leaders—it highlights the importance of planning, reflecting, and staying accountable. It's inspiring to see how the SAM Process not only helps principals stay organized but also elevates their leadership to better support teachers and students. Keep up the great work, and congrats to those in the GREEN today! 👏 https://templatecalendar.com/
Wow, this perspective on TimeTrack is eye-opening! As an educator, I've always seen calendars as just a necessary evil for keeping track of appointments. But framing TimeTrack as a daily professional development process really changes the game.
I'm particularly intrigued by the idea of it being a "school leader's lesson plan." That's such a powerful concept. It's not just about managing time, but about intentionally improving teacher practice and holding yourself accountable. The ability to see patterns in interactions and track the impact of your efforts sounds invaluable. I wonder how this could be adapted for classroom teachers too? It seems like a tool that could really transform how we approach our daily work and professional growth in education.