Building upon the work of James MacGregor Burns and Robert Kegan, my graduate research at Bank Street College of Education found that one’s stage of adult development influences his/her leadership style. As school leaders are shaped by experiences both in and outside the field, this session examines the role personal and professional growth play in leadership development. It asks school leaders (and those in supervisory roles) to reflect upon current leadership pipelines and consider a new framework for supporting the development of aspiring school leaders.
