Christine Arostigue-Manson’s Post
I'm proud to share that I recently completed the Leaders to Watch Academy through CLMS! It was an incredible learning experience, guided by the expertise of Dr. LaFaye Platter and Dr. Martinrex Kedziora. We explored the importance of political influence, leadership impact, and how to lead culturally responsive and equity-centered systems. I was equally inspired by my cohort peers as we presented our Capstone projects—each one a testament to the passion and dedication of leaders committed to student success. I highly recommend this academy to any current or aspiring school leader looking to deepen their impact and grow their leadership capacity.
We understand the issues facing today's education leaders ...
... and we have the solution.
The Leaders to Watch Academy is a transformational leadership journey that helps administrators learn and apply core professional competencies, drive continuous improvement through the Schools to Watch model, and become self-aware, confident, and empathetic leaders.
With Leaders to Watch You Will ...
Develop the executive presence to engage staff, students, and families.
Create a welcoming, culturally responsive, and equitable school community.
Gain strategies to successfully navigate any crisis.
Build the political savvy to achieve your career goals on your timeline.
Leaders to Watch At-A-Glance
WHO: Principals and assistant principals - school or district teams welcome!
WHAT: Transformational leadership development (a proven model, a community, expert instruction, 1:1 mentoring, and a sequence of actions culminating in a capstone project)
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WHEN: September 2026 to July 2027 (In-person kick-off October 22 in Southern California)
WHERE: Mostly online with 2 in-person events and Schools to Watch tours
Grounded in the Schools to Watch model
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Mostly online at the end of your day, minimum 5 hours per month
1:1 mentoring from an accomplished Schools to Watch leader
Certification as a Leader to Watch
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The Cost:
$1,995 per administrator
Includes instruction, mentoring, and certification.
Lead Trainer
Dr. LaFaye Platter
LaFaye Platter is a widely respected consultant specializing in leadership development for educational administrators and corporate leaders. She has delivered her training model to thousands of educators at dozens of schools and districts.
Now, Dr. Platter is collaborating with California League of Educators to dovetail her executive presence program with the powerful tools of the Schools to Watch program, resulting in a transformational learning experience that is like no other.
What Our Leaders Are Saying ...
Dr. Martinrex Kedziora
Dr. LaFaye Platter has been an exceptional instructor and mentor for dozens of administrators. Any leader will benefit from learning with her.
John Curry
Leaders to Watch provides a support system for continuous school improvement. As a former Schools to Watch principal and superintendent, I know firsthand that the program works.
Dr. Sue Kaiser
When I was a new principal, the CLMS leadership program was a lifesaver. It gave me tools, examples, and connections to form a strong foundation for my leadership career.