Take Your Leadership to the Next Level: An Interactive 9 Pillars of Leadership Excellence Workshop – Kentucky
From Leadership Strategy to Everyday Practice.
Most leadership workshops end when the presentations are over. This one goes further — an action-packed agenda designed to help your team build consistency, improve processes, and establish true standards of excellence. Gain practical leadership strategies, then leave with concrete tools and a plan you can put to work the next day.
Price:
$299 per seat or
team of (4) for $897
Event Includes:
- Live, interactive workshop sessions
- Applicable 9 Pillars of Leadership Excellence guidebooks
- Breakfast and lunch included
INSIDE THE WORKSHOP
Strong districts aren’t built by chance. They are built when leaders align people, priorities, and purpose — turning strategy into everyday action that drives meaningful results. You’ll learn tactics to guide the work, and leave equipped to elevate expectations and transform your district’s culture.
Studer Education coaches lead you through a full day of focused instruction and hands-on practice alongside colleagues from across the region. You’ll work through real leadership challenges and collaborate on shared problem-solving with others facing similar situations.
What You'll Take Back to Your District
- A leadership framework you can use right away
The 9 Pillars of Leadership Excellence framework gives you practical tools, from setting standards of excellence to building a habit of continuous improvement.
- Communication that gets people on board with change
Learn practical ways to talk through change so people understand it, feel heard, and get on board.
- A daily habit of recognition
Pick up simple, specific behaviors that communicate gratitude and celebrate good work, so your team feels appreciated and remains motivated.
- K-12 Rounding®: Real conversations that build trust
Learn a step-by-step approach to check in with your team, ask the right questions, listen, and follow up — helping to identify small challenges before they become larger organizational barriers.
- A personal action plan
Leave with one leadership action you choose and can start on immediately.
SCHEDULE & LOCATION
December 9, 2026
Hardin County Schools Early College and Career Center (EC3), Johnston Hall
200 University Drive, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
- 7:45 AM – 8:30 AM · Registration & Continental Breakfast
- 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM · Workshop Sessions (Lunch Included)
EARN CREDIT
This workshop is approved for up to 6 hours of EILA (Effective Instructional Leadership Act) credit.
PRICING & REGISTRATION
$299 per seat or team of 4 for only $897
Your paid registration includes:
- Live, interactive workshop sessions
- 9 Pillars of Leadership Excellence guidebooks
- Breakfast and lunch
NEARBY HOTEL OPTIONS
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Elizabethtown North – 4.5 miles from Hardin County Schools EC3
- Google Map of Other Nearby Hotels
CANCELLATION POLICY
We know plans change. While we’re not able to offer refunds, you are welcome to transfer your registration to a colleague or apply it to a future event. We’re happy to assist with the transfer — please email our team at events@studereducation.com.
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