Henry County
Schools
Community Leadership Academy
The Henry County Board of Education believes that a well-informed community helps to support the work and direction of public schools. By providing opportunities for Henry County residents to engage with the district and to learn about the complex inner workings of district operations, we hope to cultivate a more knowledgeable and engaged community.
Continuing in the fall of 2024, we will host our second annual Community Leadership Academy cohort. During the Academy, participants will learn about several key aspects of school district operations, including:
- Governance and Policy
- Teaching and Learning
- Student Supports
- Finance and Operations
The Academy will consist of seven, 1.5-2-hour training sessions plus an additional day of touring school district facilities and Board Meeting observation. Each session will be led by members of the Henry County School District Executive Leadership Team, Board Members, Superintendent, and select special guests. Sessions will also be accompanied by supporting materials including PowerPoint presentations and handouts intended to enhance the cohort’s learning experience and to facilitate deeper discussion.
Participants must:
- Be a Henry County resident
- Have an interest in developing deeper knowledge about Henry County School District
- Commit to attending no less than six of the seven scheduled program sessions, October 2024 – March 2025
- Submit a 250-word essay describing interest in the program
APPLY by September 6, 2024, for the opportunity to join the HCS 2024-2025 Community Leadership Academy Cohort
Frequently Asked Questions
How large will the CLA cohort be?
Each Henry County Schools Community Leadership Academy Cohort may consist of 15-25 participants. However, this number may be adjusted depending on the number of applicants.
When will participant acceptances be determined?
Interested applicants will be asked to submit an application which will be available via this website in August of each year. The application will ask for minimal background information, e.g. name, address, email, school district residency (District 1-5), etc. Applicants should submit a 250-word essay indicating why they want to participate in the program. Acceptances will be determined in September of each year.
| Action Item | Date and Time | Location | Responsible Party |
| Session #1 Welcome + Brief History + Governance and Policy (HCBOE Chair & Superintendent) |
Tuesday, October 8, 2024, 4-6 p.m. | AAS 114/116 |
Presenter: Planning Team: |
| Session #2 Teaching & Learning (Chief Learning Officer) |
Thursday, November 14, 2024 4:30- 6 p.m. |
AAS Media Center |
Presenter: Planning Team: |
| Session #3 "How to Facilitate Collaboration as a County Leader? (Superintendent and Select Community Leader Panel) |
Thursday, December 12, 2024 4:30-6 p.m. |
AAS Media Center |
Facilitator: Panel Selection: Planning Team: |
| Session #4 Student Support and Welcome Center Tour (Chief Family and Student Support Services Officer and Team) |
Thursday, January 23, 2025 4:30-6 p.m. |
Henry County Learning and Support Center |
Presenter: Planning Team: |
| Session #5 Finance and Operations (Chief Finance Officer) |
Thursday, February 13, 2025 4:30-6 p.m. |
New Administration Building |
Presenter: Planning Team: |
| Session #6 School Tour (Chief Operations Officer) |
Thursday, March 13, 2025 TBD |
Various School and District Sites |
Presenter: Planning Team: |
| Session #7 Board Meeting and Board Recognition |
Monday, April 14, 2025 Study Session: 4 p.m. Dinner & Review: 5:30 p.m. Business Meeting: 7 p.m. |
New Administration Building |
Presenter: Planning Team: |
Program Completion, Reception, and Board Recognition
Program participants who meet completion requirements will be invited to attend a reception and will be given a special gift denoting completion. Additionally, participants will be recognized during the April Board of Education meeting.