Together We Lead

The principal-coach partnership is one of the school's most powerful leadership teams. In this essential guide, authors Michelle Marrillia, Brittany Mozingo, and Rebecca Nicolas provide a proven framework with four phases for building professional trust, aligning on goals, and sustaining practices for continued growth. Learn how to create a strong, interdependent relationship that models true collaboration for lasting student impact.



K–12 principals and instructional coaches can use this book to:


• Identify core tasks and functions of responsible principals and instructional coaches

• Establish expectations and practices to foster rapport, support, and professional trust

• Delineate high-priority goals and the actionable steps necessary to achieve those goals

• Monitor progress and adapt strategies based on student performance data

• Develop effective, sustainable plans for future improvement based on available resources


Contents:


Introduction


Phase 1: Setting the Stage for Collaboration


Phase 2: Establishing Goals and Actions


Phase 3: Monitoring and Adjusting


Phase 4: Looking Ahead


Epilogue


Appendix A: The Partnership Framework Alignment Guide


Appendix B: The Partnership Calendar


References and Resources


Index