May 15 Operations Commitee Meeting
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Transcript of May 15 Operations Commitee Meeting
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Operations Committee Meeting May 15, 2014
Daina Lujan, Safe Routes to School Coordinator
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Agenda
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Grant Application Debrief
Open Discussion:
• What worked?
• What was challenging?
• What would make the process smoother?
• Other thoughts/Comments…
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Engaging Law Enforcement
Officer Art Montiel
Public Information Officer
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Engaging School Administration
Mindy Shelton, Wellness Coordinator
Belmont-Redwood Shores School District
Engaging Administrators
Mindy SheltonWellness Coordinator
Belmont-Redwood Shores School District
Some Big Ideas Initial ApproachFollow-UpRelationship Building
Troubleshooting
How to Engage Administrators
Realize that no matter how important “it” is, “it” is only a small piece of their world.
Consider the Big Picture
How can I help you meet the needs of your school?
Come From a Place of Support
Provide a consistent program but allow for each school to put it’s own stamp on it.
Consistency
Individuality
Balance Consistency & Individuality
Initial Approach
Key Points Advice from a Principal
Timing is everything Be clear & prepared Find out what their
needs are in this area Start small - Make it
simple & doable Utilize their ability to
tap into resources & identify the right players
“Tell them what the program is, how it meets the needs at their school, and how you can help support them in doing it.”
Follow-Up
Key Points Advice from a Principal
Follow through on what you say you’re going to do
Make it easy for them to follow up on what you need them to do
Be patient Express appreciation
“Be patient. Things often go slower than you think they should. That’s okay and often ends up being better in the long run.”
Relationship Building
Key Points Advice from a Principal
Get to know the individual ◦ What is most compelling to
them?◦ What is the best way to
reach them? Build mutual respect &
trust◦ Follow up on your end◦ Give them what they need
Your enthusiasm can be contagious
“Be clear on your boundaries. If I ask you to take on something you’re not able to do, I would rather you tell me that up front and help me figure out a different way than have you say yes and not do it.”
TroubleshootingWhat to do if…
… difficult to get their time
Key Points Advice from a Principal
Find the right time Go to them Be flexible Be prepared Make it easy for them Meet their needs Follow up with
appreciation
“Present a plan and be ready to make it happen. If you come to me with a good idea, I’ll add it to my list and may or may not get to it. If you come to me with a plan that looks well thought out and organized, all I need to do is say yes.”
… “that just won’t work”
Key Points Driving Question
Consider why – are there pieces that will work or other ways to think about it
Don’t get too tied to a specific program or idea
What is the need & how can I help you fill it?
… they seem interested but don’t follow through
Key Points Advice from a Principal
What is it you really need from them?
Make it easy Remember the big
picture Be patient and follow
up
“I appreciate when someone has patience and good humor. If I don’t get back to someone right away it’s not because I don’t want to but because my list is too long. I don’t mind some friendly reminders if they come with good humor.”
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14-15 Calendar of SR2S Happenings
Meetings
Events
Workshops
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Appreciation!
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Questions
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Meeting Feedback
• What information was most useful to you?
• What topics would you like to know more about?
• What challenges are you thinking about tackling in 14-15?
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Thank you!Daina Lujan, Coordinator
650-802-5306 I [email protected] Barahona
[email protected] Canadas