TAUNTON - Superintendent John J. Cabral is pleased to announce that Taunton High School Assistant Principal for Teaching and Learning Carolyn Blennau has been awarded the prestigious Transformative Leaders of Massachusetts Fellowship by Springpoint Education. As a participant in the second-ever cohort of this two-year program, Blennau joins a select group of secondary school leaders. This esteemed fellowship, established in collaboration with the Barr Foundation in the summer of 2022, is a significant step towards promoting equity and bringing about transformation in school leadership across Massachusetts, underscoring its broader impact on the education system.
“We are incredibly proud of Carolyn for receiving the Transformative Leaders of Massachusetts Fellowship. This recognition is a testament to her dedication, innovative spirit, and commitment to fostering an equitable and transformative educational environment at Taunton High School,” said Superintendent Cabral. “We look forward to seeing how her participation in this prestigious program will further enhance her leadership and positively impact our school community.”
The TLM Fellowship is a challenging two-year leadership program that prepares up-and-coming leaders to rethink high school education. During this program, fellows are given the essential skills and expertise to become creative leaders and catalysts for change within their schools and communities. The fellowship strongly emphasizes instructional and student-centered leadership, offering a tailored approach for each fellow to craft their own leadership path.
“This opportunity will allow me to deepen my leadership skills and collaborate with other passionate educators dedicated to reimagining high school education,” said Blennau. “I am excited to bring back new insights and strategies to Taunton High School, continuing our work to create an inclusive and dynamic learning environment for all students.”
In the first year, participants take on additional leadership responsibilities and receive monthly programming and support. In the second year, fellows expand their leadership responsibilities and receive personalized coaching. After completing the fellowship, engagement continues through an alumni network, providing potential opportunities for extended coaching for fellows interested in designing or leading schools.
This fellowship aligns seamlessly with Blennau’s current work with the Barr Foundation on reimagining the high school experience at Taunton High School. In her role as a Catalyst for the Barr Foundation Meeting the Moment cohort, Blennau is well-positioned to leverage the skills and knowledge gained from the fellowship to further her impact on high school education.