THE LOUNGE

A forum of Academic Coordinators

Date: 30th, 31st October and 1st November 2025.

Academy for Creative Teaching – ACT will be conducting the 8th Annual Leadership Programme “THE LOUNGE – 2025”. An exclusive 03-day offline programme, planned for the Academic Coordinators and Heads of the Department, on the theme “SUPPORTIVE LEADERSHIP”. 

THE CONCEPT


Supportive leadership is an approach that focuses on nurturing team members’ well-being and professional growth. A supportive leader actively listens, empathizes, and creates a trusting and psychologically safe environment where people feel valued. Rather than just delegating tasks, they act as a coach, providing necessary resources, guidance, and constructive feedback to empower their team. This approach fosters higher morale, increased engagement, improved retention, and a more productive and resilient team. By prioritizing people, supportive leaders cultivate a positive and collaborative culture.

Supportive leadership is vital role for academic coordinators, who function as the central nervous system of a school’s academic programs. By adopting a supportive style, school leaders empower coordinators to excel beyond their administrative duties. This involves actively listening to their challenges, providing resources for curriculum development and faculty training, and recognizing their contributions. This supportive approach not only reduces the coordinators’ stress but also fosters a collaborative environment where they feel valued, motivated, and empowered to drive academic excellence and student success.

AIM OF THE PROGRAMME:


The programme aims to enhance the academic, administrative leadership skills and professional attitude. By engaging in this programme, Academic Coordinators and Heads of Departments will have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge, refine their leadership competencies, and establish valuable connections with their peers in the field. The comprehensive and interactive sessions offered during the event will empower participants to further contribute to their respective schools’ academic and administrative excellence.

THE LOUNGE TOPICS:

 

Individual growth and well-being

  • SWOT Analysis
  • Recognize the signs of stress and burnout in staff and yourself.
  • Discuss creating personalized professional development plans for faculty

Nurturing a young teacher

  • Create a supportive school culture.
  • Distinguish between the different roles a mentor plays, such as coach, and supporter, and when to use each approach.

Partnering with AI to Augment Conceptual Thinking in Leadership

  • Understand how AI can serve as a thinking partner to enhance conceptual clarity in leadership decision-making.
  • Apply strategies to integrate AI tools for reflective practice, problem-solving, and fostering supportive leadership cultures.

Resolving conflict and addressing challenges.

  • Emotional Intelligence at workplace
  • Strategies for identifying the root causes of conflict.
  • How to facilitate open dialogue and create a safe environment for feedback.

Building trust and fostering strong relationships.

  • Explore how trust impacts collaboration and risk-taking.
  • Discuss fostering an environment where all voices feel valued and heard.

Fostering a Culture of Innovation and Creativity

  • Discuss how to encourage new teaching approaches and innovative problem-solving.

Inclusive Leadership

  • Understand the importance of building diverse teams and fostering inclusive practices.

Mentoring Teachers in schools

  • Benefit of Teacher Mentoring
  • Key aspects of effective mentoring  

The art of observation: From Insight to Improvement.

  • Highlight the classroom observation aspect.
  • Art of giving feedback

Date

30th, 31st October and 1st November 2025

Venue:

The President Hotel, Kumarapark West, Guttahalli, Bengaluru, 560020.

Programme Fee

Rs: 15000/- (Fifteen Thousand Only). The programme fee includes 18% GST, Lunch for 3 days, High Tea, Welcome Kit, Hand-out, Certificate.

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