Trust Rebuilding & Governance Renewal

Building Responsive Systems that Serve Every Learner

Inclusive Leadership for Student Success™ is a comprehensive strategy and support model led by Dr. Talisa Dixon that helps district leaders strengthen the systems that ensure every student has access, opportunity, and support to thrive. Through leadership development, policy review, and stakeholder engagement, the work is especially impactful during times of challenge, scrutiny, or transition—restoring confidence, clarifying roles, and reinforcing effective governance. This approach moves beyond labels to focus on what matters most: building learning environments where every child feels seen, supported, and positioned for success.

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Who It's For:

•  Districts committed to serving all learners—especially those historically marginalized
•  Superintendents and leadership teams seeking aligned, values-based system improvement
•  School boards and central office leaders navigating divisive climates with clarity
•  Districts looking to rebuild trust, improve culture, or sustain access-focused practices​

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Outcomes:

•  Stronger board–leader relationships
•  Clear roles and responsibilities
•  Transparent decision-making
•  Renewed organizational confidence

•  Stronger governance practices

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Key Phases​

Phase 1: Discovery & Alignment

•  Executive visioning session with cabinet and/or board
•  Equity audit (language reframed: "access and opportunity review")
•  Staff and student climate diagnostics

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Phase 2: Strategy Development

•  Leadership coaching focused on inclusive, responsive practices
•  Policy and procedural review with a lens on impact and fairness
•  Stakeholder listening sessions: families, staff, students

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Phase 3: Implementation & Capacity Building

•  Action plans aligned with student needs and board goals
•  School leader workshops and tools for sustaining progress
•  Communications toolkit to build public understanding and trust​

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Deliverables

•  Final “Access & Opportunity” Findings Summary
•  Leadership alignment roadmap
•  Responsive leadership toolkit
•  Optional: Student voice engagement strategy
•  Optional: Community partner activation plan

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Engagement Timeline

3–6 months, with options for extended implementation support

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Engagements may include collaboration with additional expert consultants to best support project goals.