035 How do you become an effective school governor?

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In this leading conversation of the Grasping Governance series,  the fundamentals of effective governance are explored with the insightful Miriam Sechere, an experienced school governor.

The discussion touches upon the significance of continuous learning and staying informed about educational policies. Miriam emphasises the importance of understanding the school's vision, mission, and values.

Miriam Sechere has worked in education for over 17 years, having served as a former Vice Principal of a large all through Academy. She now combines part time roles at a Local Authority as Head of Service for Education whilst also directing Sixth Gear, her coaching and consultancy business. With prior experience as a Chair of Governors, she remains committed to education. Miriam is also a creative force, and enjoys writing children's books, spoken word and singing.

Highlights:

09:11  Journey into governance17:17  Alignment with values and governance21:37  Role of the Chair of Governors23:45  Layers of governance and leadership27:15  Team management31:11  Rules, boundaries and parameters37:52  Dealing with tragedy and challenges46:24  The role of resilience54:02  Continuous Improvement

Connect with Miriam Sechere
LinkedIn: Miriam Sechere 

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