Overview

Transition supports are essential to enhance professional capacity and growth and contributes to the overall well-being and success of the school community. Stepping into these leadership roles requires a deep understanding of education-based legislation and policies along with interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence to effectively navigate the complexities of school operations.

These stand-alone opportunities have been designed to support new principals and vice-principals with some key themes as a new school year begins.

Sign up for What you Need

Your First Month with OPC (for new vice-principals)

Details: This session will provide an overview of what you need to know as a new OPC member. Learn more about the supports and services through 

  • Membership Services 

  • Professional Learning 

  • Protective Services 

  • Social Justice and Anti-oppression Advisor 

Date: August 19, 2024

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EDT

Cost: Free

Register

A zoom meeting link will be sent upon registering.
Navigating the Transition from Vice-principal to Principalship (for new principals)
Details: This session will provide principals early in their roles with 

  • considerations for creating an inclusive community for staff and students 

  • tips for authentic instructional leadership and 

  • communication strategies to ensure transparency and accountability. 

Date: August 22, 2024 

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. EDT

Cost: Free

Register

A zoom meeting link will be sent upon registering.
Setting up a Documentation System
Details: This session will focus on documentation as a comprehensive record of 

  • aspects of school operations 

  • details of incidents and 

  • references for future planning and communication. 

Date: August 27, 2024

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. EDT

Cost: Free

Register 

A zoom meeting link will be sent upon registering.
Making Time for Relationship Building
Details: This session will focus on the critical importance of relationships as a school leader and explore 

  • how visibility in the school fosters trust and collaboration 

  • strategies that build positive and supportive learning environments and 

  • how to value and motivate staff towards continuous improvement.

Date: August 29, 2024

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. EDT 

Cost: Free

Register 

A zoom meeting link will be sent upon registering.

We are also offering our New Administrator Support Program, comprised of eight sessions for newly appointed principals and vice-principals in Ontario.