Reflection Dr. Beets Zoom Presentation

HR Best Practices for School Leadership

April 15, 2026 Sherri Beetz, Retired Assistant Superintendent

HR Priorities

● Hire the Best People ● Supervise and Evaluate ● Follow-up and Investigate Complaints and Concerns ● Culture and climate ● Professional Growth

Recruit and Retain the best employees ● Develop strategic recruitment pipelines (universities, alternative

programs) ● Prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices ● Strengthen onboarding and mentoring programs ● Implement retention strategies (career pathways, recognition, work-life

balance)

Supervise & Evaluate ● Align Site and District Leadership Goals ● Strengthen evaluation systems aligned to

student outcomes ● Provide timely feedback and coaching ● Conduct regular classroom walkthroughs ● Know the evaluation article in your CBA’s ● Address underperformance with clear

processes ● Ensure equitable hiring, promotion, and

discipline practices

Follow up on Concerns and Complaints

● Follow up on complaints/concerns in a timely manner ○ Formal complaints, observed, and heresay

● Ensure consistent documentation and investigation practices ● Ensure legal compliance ● Maintain proper documentation

○ FRISK model - not just for written reprimands

Create a positive and professional culture and climate

● Create inclusive environments where all staff feel valued ● Foster trust through transparent communication ● Address concerns proactively and consistently ● Promote employee engagement and recognition ● Build strong labor-management relationships

Professional Growth ● Provide targeted professional development ● Support instructional leadership growth ● Offer coaching and mentoring programs ● Provide equity-focused training and support

When we invest in our people, we invest in our students—and that is the most important outcome we

can achieve