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William Mott has served as head of school for five different schools and consulted with schools across the country. He has written four books on the issues of governance and leadership in faith-based and independent schools. He holds a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University. (Learn more at williamrmottphd.com.)
The future of Classical Christian Schools depends greatly on healthy governance and effective leadership. Yet many schools struggle to clearly define the distinct roles and responsibilities of boards and school leadership, limiting their ability to lead strategically and collaboratively. This session is designed to provide clarity around best practices in board governance and head of school leadership. Participants will explore how healthy board and head relationships foster trust, accountability, strategic focus, and long-term institutional strength. Special attention will be given to establishing clear roles that promote unity, effective communication, and mission-centered leadership. This session is intended for heads of school, board members, senior administrators, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of governance within Classical Christian education. Drawing from the book, Healthy Boards, Successful Schools: The Impact of Governance and Leadership in Independent and Faith-Based Schools, participants will gain practical insights and actionable strategies to strengthen leadership and governance within their schools.
A classical Christian school’s governing board plays a vital role in shaping the health, mission, and long-term success of the school. Effective boards do more than govern—they intentionally evaluate their work to ensure they are leading with wisdom, accountability, and strategic focus. What does meaningful board evaluation look like? The most effective process begins by identifying the key areas of board self-assessment and understanding how those areas directly contribute to the overall strength and vitality of the school community.
Participants will leave with a clearer understanding of how intentional evaluation can strengthen governance, enhance mission effectiveness, and create lasting impact for their school.