Transforming Education with Clarity: Fostering a Culture of Excellence with Loreta Kocovska

Professional Learnings NSWPPA Educational Leadership

Discover the transformation journey of Windang Public School. Public education advocate with our guest, the dynamic and inspiring leader, Loreta Kocovska. This episode shines a light on Loretta's unique leadership style, her commitment to fostering a nurturing and collaborative school environment, and the importance she places on core values like respect, integrity, and excellence. Over the course of three years, Loretta has redefined the school, from the front gate to the last classroom.
We then venture into Loretta's strategic planning approach, highlighting the significance of clarity and alignment. She divulges how tools like the Clarity Learning Suite and the school's excellence framework have been instrumental in guiding the school toward its strategic goals. Don't miss out on her insights from the PL session with DEL Karen Brown and PSL Dahlia Fibs, and the exciting transformation of the school's plan into a visually engaging infographic!
Finally, we take a deep look at Loretta's innovative introduction of data walls to stimulate professional conversations about each student's needs. Learn about her emphasis on the importance of knowledge of others in supporting students and the significant cultural transformation she has driven at Windang Public School. Let's celebrate and learn from Loretta's passion and determination in fostering a culture where every child is valued, and each staff member feels engaged and appreciated. So, tune in, because this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Loretta mentioned the following authors during this podcast they are below:
Theory of action by Vivian Robinson,
https://www.amazon.com.au/Reduce-Increase-Improvement-Viviane-Robinson/dp/1506325378
John Gordon's book set:
https://www.amazon.com.au/Jon-Gordon-Box-Set/dp/1118293320/ref=sr_1_10?crid=7SBAFJWJ6PWG&keywords=John+Gordon&qid=1700262819&sprefix=john+gordon%2Caps%2C279&sr=8-10

Clarity Learning Suite: Exclusive to the NSWPPA.

https://www.nswppa.org.au/clarity-learning-suite
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https://www.nswppa.org.au/professional-learning

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1. Creating a Collaborative School Culture (00:00:00)

2. Clarity and Alignment in School Planning (00:16:14)

3. Leveraging Knowledgeable Others and Data Walls (00:31:32)

4. Building School Culture (00:44:54)