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Our vision imagines a region and world in which everyone has access to an inspiring education and the psychological tools and support to propel them toward flourishing lives of meaning, purpose and connection. Our education is characterized by Strong Values, Social Justice, Transformative, Diverse Community.
OUR PROGRAM
The CASC (Clear Administrative Services Credential) pathway is designed to prepare students for leadership positions in K-12 school settings. The mission of the program is to build administrative leadership capacity through individualized coaching and professional learning tied to job-embedded leadership growth plans. The program is guided by the California Professional Standards for Education Leaders (CPSEL) and the Jesuit mission where ethics, compassion, and social justice are central to our work.
The Clear Administrative Services Credential Program uses a coaching model designed with working professionals in mind. This program can be completed in 6 quarters.
CLEAR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES CREDENTIAL
- Students can begin the program during the Fall, Winter, or Spring quarter.
- 40-60 hours of Coaching from site supervisor & Coach for each of two years.
- 20-30 hours of Professional Development per year for two years.
- Job-embedded and real-life experience model.
- Personalized learning that is integrated with school and district goals.
CREDENTIAL INFORMATION
The Clear Administrative Services Credential (CASC) authorizes the holder to serve as a school assistant principal, principal, or central office administrator. Our CASC program prepares students to become leaders across a range of school settings including public, charter, private, and Catholic schools. This two-year program is explicitly focused on social justice and equity centered leadership development and positions our students with the critical skills and dispositions to work towards transformative leadership opportunities, structures to improve learning, growth, and outcomes for students in all schools, particularly those within marginalized communities.
The two-year program design includes five major components:
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Individualized coaching
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Job-embedded Individual Induction Plan (IIP)
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Self-assessments, and assessments of others,
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Professional development opportunities based on district or school goals, and
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Initiatives
ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
- Proof of applicant’s valid California Preliminary Administrative Services Credential (PASC)
- Proof of Administrative Employment
- One official copy of graduate transcript where you obtained your Preliminary Administrative Service Credential
- Online completed application
- $50 application fee
Cohorts are admitted every term. Be a part of the 2024 CASC Cohorts! Learn more (change it to link the revised 2024 CASC flier with instructions) about our approach to school leadership Apply Now!
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
- Candidates must complete the accredited program at Santa Clara University
- Have 2 years of certified administrative experience
- Hold a valid California Preliminary Administrative Credential
CASC COURSES
| CODE |
DESCRIPTION |
| EDUC. 400A |
Coaching & Professional Learning - Developing & Implementing a Shared Vision |
| EDUC. 400B | Coaching & Professional Learning- Instructional Leadership |
| EDUC. 400C | Coaching & Professional Learning- Management & Learning Environment |
| EDUC. 400D | Coaching & Professional Learning- Family & Community |
| EDUC. 400E | Coaching & Professional Learning - Ethics & Integrity |
| EDUC. 400F | Coaching & Professional Learning: External Context & Policy |
For more information on the program, please contact Dr. Diane Ketelle. For assistance with your application, please contact Dr. Carmina Mendoza.