Tier II in Thailand
A collaborative international learning opportunity for California & U.S. school administrators to ‘learn, lead and demonstrate competence’ in Thai schools.
Goals of the Thailand Program• Demonstrate professional competence in a unique
educational environment
• Practice administrative behaviors & activities including communication, presentation, coaching, analysis, and collaboration
• Create professional networks to enhance ongoing professional development
• Enhance leadership capacity in America’s diverse schools
• Gain knowledge and understanding of cultural & educational dynamics in our global society
• Enhance communications with local Asian communities
• ‘Internationalize’ leadership skills
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Chiang Mai is the 2nd largest city in Thailand. Considered the country’s northern capitol,
Chiang Mai is commonly referred to as ‘the Rose of the North’. The local geography
includes some of the most picturesque scenery in all of Thailand, and includes fascinating ‘hilltribes’ with indigenous lifestyles that have been preserved for centuries. Chiang Mai’s population is over 160,000 people.
California Administrators Thailand-Summer 2006
Linda BabcockMarcia EncinasAlicia HernandezMisha KarigacaNancy KawataMichael KellisonGlenda LopezKathleen McNamaraAnn MortonLucy SalernoJoni SiegelDavid SilverTracy SmithRobin SpindlerLoretta Whitson
California Administrators Thailand-Summer 2005
Omar Ezzeldine
Anthony Jackson
Elaine Liu-Grondin
Shelly Mason
Anna Mattos-Massey
Scott Prell
Debra Quan
Chuck Seligman
California Administrators Thailand-Summer 2004
Sunny Franklin
Karen Gerhard
Martin Griffin
Patsy Janda
Nancy Kozma
Diane Lappi
Karen Larsen
Grace Lategola
Jackie Littrell
Judy Magee
Jamie Marantz
Batia Swed
WHY Tier II in Thailand?Candidates’ Comments
• Ability to complete Tier II over the summer (vs. 1-2 years)
• Job responsibilities & time constraints conflict with attendance in courses during the school year
• Step ‘far’ away from the job/office; & concentrate on Tier II
• Network with administrators from other districts & Thailand
• Learn, visit & hands-on experience the Thai education system/schools; comparative study of education in Thailand
• Expand cultural awareness & understanding
• Appeals to ‘adventurous’ leaders
• Cost competitive with other Tier II programs (1-2 yrs); plus tax deductible!
Partners in Chiang Mai
• Chiang Mai University (CMU)
• Montfort College/Academy - Private
• U. S. Consul General
• CMU Demonstration School
• Wattanothapayap School – Public
• International Center- Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai University
Chiang Mai University is northern Thailand’s oldest, largest and most renowned higher
education institution. Founded in 1964, the university contains 106 different departments offering 85 undergraduate and 122 graduate
programs. Over 22,000 students attend Chiang Mai University.
Montfort School: K-12Private School
Montfort College/School is a k-12 private Catholic educational institution founded in
1932. The school enrolls over 5000 students on two campuses, and employs over 200 teachers. Ten percent of the
teachers are from other countries, while 90% of the teachers at Montfort are Thai.
The current Prime Minister of Thailand is a graduate of the Montfort School.
U. S Consul General Chiang Mai, Thailand
The US Consulate General in Chiang Mai is the sole US consular presence outside Bangkok. The original
Consulate was established in Chiang Mai in 1950 and was upgraded to a Consulate General in 1986. In addition to
Department of State employees, staff from the Drug Enforcement Administration and the US Air Force's
Technical Application Center are stationed in Chiang Mai associated with the Consulate; the Centers for Disease
Control operates a field station in Chiang Rai. Approximately a dozen Peace Corps Volunteers work in
northern Thailand, primarily in projects concerning education.
CMU Demonstration School
The Demonstration School at Chiang Mai University serves 1400 students. Founded in
1968, the school includes students 11-18 years of age in middle through secondary
grades. Class size is 40-45 students. Thirty percent of the students live on campus. The Demonstration School prepares 20 student
teachers per semester.
Wattanothaipayap SchoolGovernment [Public] School
Wattanothaipayap School is a government (public) secondary school, enrolling middle and senior
high school students. Founded in 1907, the Wattanothaipayap School was named by the
King’s grandmother, and translates as ‘Rising Sun’. The school enrolls over 2000 students, and
employs 122 teachers in 53 classes. In 2003, Wattanothaipayap School it received Thailand’s
award as best school in the region.
Demonstration of CompetenceSample of Formal Measures
• Candidate Self-Assessment (based on CAPSELs)
• Assessment by Superiors & other Administrators
• Senior Leader Interview – in Thailand
• Exemplars of Candidate Competence on Leadership Standards
• Videotape of Worksite, Job & Activities
• PowerPoint Presentation in area of Expertise- delivered to Thai audience of teachers/administrators/professors
• Thai Activity by Leader related to Professional Standards
• Manuscript on Leader’s area of focus for Publication
• Reflection Essay
Demonstration of CompetenceACTIVE ‘In-Thailand’ Measures
• Formal PowerPoint presentations to Thai teachers and administrators; university students & faculty– Montfort School (k-12)– International Leadership Center– Prince Royal College
• Meetings & small group discussions with Thai teachers in Chiang Mai University course(s)
• School visitations, observations and discussion/analysis• Collaborative dialogs with Thai teachers, administrators, university
professors & others• Thai teacher lesson observations in classroom & post conferencing• Numerous additional PROFESSIONAL activities initiated by
candidates specific to their areas of interest, grade level and professional responsibilities
PowerPoint Presentations by Candidates
[Teachers Staff Development Day at Montfort School & Associate Dean’s Special Education Class (CMU) ]
LINDA BABCOCK [2006]Senior Coordinator/Assistant Principal
San Luis Obispo County Office of Education Court & Community Schools
ANTHONY JACKSON [2005]Co-Director/Chief Student Advocate
Culture & Language Academy of Success Charter School
M. KATHLEEN MCNAMARA [2006]Program Specialist/Coor. of Transition Services
Fresno Unified School District
JONI SIEGEL [2006]Assistant Principal/Discipline, Ontario High Sch.
Chaffey Joint Union High School District
ROBIN SPINDLER [2006]Director of Student Services & Special Education
Berryessa Union School District
LORETTA WHITSON [2006]Commissioner, CA Commission on Teacher Credential (CCTC)
Director of Student Support Services, Monrovia USD