Governance Health Index Framework Booklet

The Governance Health Index Framework is a comprehensive resource, amplifying six governance competencies while clarifying the respective roles of the head and board of trustees for each. Designed to facilitate meaningful board development, it provides key questions and topics to consider, along with structured discussion frameworks that promote purposeful, in-depth conversations.

Each section integrates fictional board scenarios to illustrate challenges and opportunities, helping trustees practice critical thinking and collaborative problem-solving. The framework also allows space for board self-reflection, ensuring teams can assess their own effectiveness within each competency. By translating governance principles into actionable strategies, it equips boards to strengthen institutional leadership, improve decision-making, and navigate complex educational leadership challenges with clarity and alignment.

The GHI Framework provides detailed reflection tools and discussion frameworks for each governance competency, designed to strengthen both trustee and head of school effectiveness. Real-world scenarios and structured questions help boards translate principles into practice.

GHI FRAMEWORK BOOKLET

• MEMBERS: Download for free here or purchase printed booklets below for $15 each.
• NON-MEMBERS: Download for $29 here or purchase printed booklets below for $39 each.

GHI SURVEYS

• Three GHI survey instruments are available here. 
  • Board Self-Evaluation
  • Executive Committee Evaluation
  • Head of School Evaluation