Leading Change: The 5 Essential Principles of Transformational Early Childhood Leadership​

Leading meaningful change in early childhood education requires more than vision—it requires a clear, strategic approach rooted in strong leadership. In this engaging webinar, “The 5 Essential Principles of Transformational Early Childhood Leadership,” school leaders will explore five essential principles that drive successful change in early learning environments. Participants will gain practical, actionable strategies to apply these principles within their own programs and reflect on how to align them with their unique goals and challenges. Whether you’re preparing for a new initiative or navigating ongoing transformation, this session will equip you with the tools to lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

About the Presenter: Dr. Heather Hennesy

Dr. Heather Hennesey is an Education Consultant/Subject Matter Expert for Teaching Strategies.  Throughout her career, she has served as a district leader, campus administrator, instructional coach, early childhood special education teacher, and as a teaching assistant.  Most recently she served as the Director of Early Learning at Fort Worth ISD and President of the Texas Association of Administrators and Supervisors of Programs for Young Children.

Dr. Hennesey earned her master’s degree in education leadership from Arizona State University and her Doctorate in Education Policy and Leadership from Southern Methodist University, where her dissertation research focused on the role the leader and the follower play in successful change management.