There are still slots available for the Beginning Administrators Mentorship Academy (BAMA), a joint program with OAESA and OASSA to help support and grow first- and second-year principals and assistant principals.

Paid for through a grant from the Ohio Department of Education, BAMA will provide participants:

• Placement with a trained mentor for a 2-year period

• Paid registration for the Beginning Administrators Academy (Sept. 10-11 and Dec. 5-6, 2018)

• Paid 1-night accommodation for the September BAA session and paid 1-night accommodation for the December BAA session

• Paid 2-year membership in OASSA or OAESA

• Voucher of $175.00 to attend any 2018-2019 OASSA/OAESA professional development opportunity

• Paid OAESA 360 Evaluation Tool

• What Great Principals Do Differently by Todd Whitaker

Priority will go to applicants in urban, rural, and Appalachian districts, with additional slots assigned based on availability.

Apply by Aug. 10, 2018

New to administration? This two-part academy is designed to help you bridge the gap from theory to practice by providing guidance, networking, and a thorough overview of the practical details of your new role. Led by experienced principals, superintendents, and other education community leaders, the Beginning Administrators Academy gives you all the tools you need to run a successful school community.

Attend either part 1 or 2 as a stand-alone session, or register here for both sessions to maximize your experience!

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