What partners are saying….
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Amanda hunt, principal, douglas elementary SCHOOL
I have had the honor and privilege of working with Dr. Scott Kuffel since 2018. Dr. Kuffel served as a leadership coach to myself and my district’s administrative team. Dr. Kuffel’s extensive knowledge, experience, and passion has significantly influenced my growth as a school leader. My role and impact as an educational leader has been positively transformed by his guidance and encouragement.
Amanda Hunt, Principal / PES 115 Douglas School
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shannon cheek, superintendent, Arthur CUSD #305
I've had the privilege of working with Dr. Kuffel on an individual basis as well as through the organizational level at Arthur CUSD 305. Dr. Kuffel has proven to be incredibly knowledgeable in leadership, developing platforms for gathering input that is inclusive of all opinions and providing a valuable process for identifying the priorities of your organization. We worked with Dr. Kuffel at Arthur CUSD 305 to identify areas of strengths and areas of consideration for both programming and facilities at Arthur CUSD 305. He was able to help us gather a wide range of stakeholder input to help drive some of the decisions necessary for the improvement of the district. As a part of the process Dr. Kuffel provided a personal and unbiased approach to identifying priorities and assisting us in developing a strategic approach to bringing those priorities to reality. His expertise and approach is extremely appreciated and valued by everyone that worked with him in our district.
Mr. Shannon Cheek, Superintendent/ Arthur CUSD 305
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Mindi Ritchie, DIrector of student and staff supports, Galesburg 205
I have benefitted both professionally and personally through the consulting services I have received from Dr. Scott Kuffel throughout the five years I have known him. My employer (Galesburg CUSD #205) values self-reflection and growth in our leadership team. Dr. Kuffel has served our district through offering both group Professional Development opportunities, as well as individually through Executive Coaching. It is often that I reflect on Dr. Kuffel's training on how to build leadership capacity. Additionally, our district has implemented the use of pragmatic tools that increase efficiencies and improve communication to various stakeholders. Specifically, our district uses a "Know, Do, Share" model for communicating important information district-wide. When I met Dr. Kuffel and began working with him, I was a new Assistant Principal, often seeking reassurance and direction. Dr. Kuffel always challenged me and created opportunities to not only understand research and best practices around improving leadership, but also to reflect on my own beliefs and personal goals. I am now a Director in our Central Office and recently completed requirements to become a superintendent myself. To this day, I reach out to Dr. Kuffel to learn, to be challenged, and to grow. He is a highly skilled and seasoned educator that is pragmatic and direct, but he is equally compassionate and a stellar listener. I highly recommend Dr. Kuffel for any consulting needs your organization may have. His impact on your staff can be truly transformational, as it has been for our school district!
Mindi Ritchie, Director / Galesburg CUSD 205
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Damien Schlitt, Architect
Scott and I have worked together extensively in various engagement, planning, and strategic initiatives with Illinois School districts. During these efforts, Scott has been an invaluable asset to not only facilitate engaging, and thought provoking meetings, but his work and thoughtfulness unlock unexpected and exciting results. His experience as an educator, specifically as a superintendent has provided me a resource when planning that can connect, and unlock thoughts and feedback from his fellow educators that I as a school design architect sometimes struggle to tap into. Our common efforts have allowed us to uncover deep rooted needs of school districts that allow our master plans, or design solutions to best support the students, teacher and community for years to come.I look forward to the next opportunity where I get to work alongside Scott, as his insights, coaching and general care for his work allow me to deliver school designs on a heightened level.
Damien Schlitt, Architect/ BLDD Architects
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dr. molly allen, assistant regional superintendent ROE 17
Leading Simply is a treasure. I have had multiple opportunities to engage and to recommend Leading Simply to others. Leading Simply offers thoughtful, reflective listening, design for consensus building, and action planning. Leading Simply truly tailors their work to the needs' of the partner whether it be through individual coaching, group facilitation, or larger scale strategic planning. Leading Simply truly meets needs rather than prescribing a packaged program or one size fits all approach. Leading Simply offers top-notch service that meets diverse needs with sincere and thoughtful expert work. Every leader, including myself, who has worked with Leading Simply learns through the process, while also addressing very real challenges. Simply put, Leading Simply approaches complex problems with sturdy leadership and insight.
Dr. Molly Allen/ Regional Office of Education #17
dr. Michaela Fray-tappe , Educational Leader & ROE #1 Lead Hub Director
"Dr. Scott Kuffel has been helping to serve ROE #1 leaders (district and school) for the past four years. He has provided high-quality, ready-to-use strategies to make the immense role of leadership manageable and intentional. Dr. Kuffel sessions have been well attended and well received by regional educators and, recently at a training, one assistant principal stated his facilitation and learning experience was the best she had experienced in over 30 years as an educator. This one statement truly demonstrates the impact Dr. Kuffel has had and continues to have in ROE #1. He has become an active partner with the regional office and many districts and schools throughout the region. Personally, I have had the good fortune to serve alongside Dr. Kuffel and have even taken advantage of 1:1 coaching with him. My wish for all district and school leaders is that they could experience Dr. Kuffel and Leading Simply - it would be revolutionary for education!"
Dr. Michaela Fray-Tappe, Regional Office of Education #1