The Instructional Leadership Institute with Principal Kafele 2026
Strengthen your instructional leadership and leave with a clear, actionable plan to support teachers and improve student outcomes.
Principal Baruti Kafele
NATIONALLY RENOWNED EDUCATOR & AUTHOR
* Milken Award–winning educator
* Turnaround principal — transformed a persistently failing school.
* Bestselling author, including "What Is My Value Instructionally?"
* In-demand national speaker for school leadership
The Instructional Leadership Institute with Principal Baruti Kafele 2026
July 9–10, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Daily
Become the Instructional Leader Your Teachers Need—In Just 2 Days
Are you confident in the instructional value you bring to the teachers you supervise?
Many school leaders manage buildings effectively—but struggle to lead instruction with clarity, consistency, and impact. This two-day institute is designed to change that.
Join Principal Baruti Kafele, a nationally renowned Milken Award–winning educator, turnaround principal, and bestselling author, for a powerful and practical deep dive into instructional leadership.
You won’t just leave inspired—you’ll leave equipped.
What You Will Walk Away With
✔ A clear understanding of your instructional leadership value
✔ Practical strategies to support and develop your teachers
✔ Tools to provide meaningful, actionable feedback
✔ A framework for strengthening teaching and learning in your building
✔ A personalized action plan you can implement immediately
What Makes This Institute Different
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Focused on instructional leadership only—not broad, overwhelming topics
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Designed for application, not just inspiration
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Interactive, engaging, and rooted in real-world leadership challenges
Who Should Attend
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Principals
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Assistant Principals
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Aspiring School Leaders
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District Leaders who support school-level instruction
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Leaders who want to move beyond management into true instructional leadership
Institute Experience
This institute is based on Principal Kafele’s highly impactful book:
What Is My Value INSTRUCTIONALLY to the Teachers I Supervise?
Expect a highly engaging experience that includes:
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Guided reflection
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Real-time application of strategies
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Meaningful networking with fellow leaders
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Powerful discussion that challenges and sharpens your leadership
The Instructional Leadership Institute
💬 What Past Attendees Are Saying
“Instruction is no longer one of many priorities—it is the priority. I returned ready to be present in classrooms, intentional with walkthroughs, and focused on pedagogy.”
“This institute helped me rediscover my purpose as a leader. I walked in burned out and bitter, and I left re-centered, reflective, and committed to leading with intention and clarity.”
“This wasn’t just professional development—it was a reset. My daily intention, purpose, and influence as a leader are now clear.”
“I left with a clear plan: intentional classroom presence, stronger PLCs, meaningful observations, and leadership meetings that mirror instructional best practices.”
See the Impact
For highlights from previous institutes, visit:
https://www.theschoolleadershipinstitute.net/