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Principals report MESPA takeaways: AI tools, self-care and a shift to conceptual math instruction
Summary
At a study session, Albert Lea principals said MESPA Institute sessions underscored using AI to streamline work, prioritizing staff self-care and reorienting math instruction toward conceptual understanding as the district begins implementing Minnesota'—2022 standards.
Albert Lea principals used a district study session to summarize lessons from the MESPA Institute, telling the school board that sessions on artificial intelligence, staff well-being and professional learning communities yielded immediate strategies they plan to apply locally.
One principal leading the summary told the board that MESPA reinforced "leadership's not being the loudest voice in the room, but amplifying the strengths and ideas and potential already present in our people through intentional communication." The presenters said the institute also provided networking time with peers and vendors that produced actionable next steps for schools.
Why it matters: Presenters said the takeaways affect everyday school work from teacher communication to classroom instruction. The principals framed the conference as a practical opportunity to return with resources for staff development, curriculum…
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