Leadership: Page 12

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    State superintendent appointments mired in politics

    An ILO Group analysis found Republican and Democratic elected leaders use the appointments of state superintendents to advance political priorities.

    By • Nov. 7, 2023
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    Use home visits to strengthen connections for newcomer students

    Visits should be prearranged and voluntary for families and educators, with educators ready to listen and learn, experts say.

    By • Nov. 6, 2023
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    Teacher and Staff Challenges

    Federal policy changes are further complicating K-12 workforce challenges exacerbated by the pandemic, adding to debate over what’s needed to keep teachers and staff in the profession or bring them back.

    By K-12 Dive staff
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    How to support school communities in the wake of a mass tragedy

    A principal and family liaison at Florida's Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shared their model for community recovery after the 2018 mass shooting.

    By • Nov. 6, 2023
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    White House, Ed Dept call on schools to protect youth from fentanyl dangers

    Prevention education and the availability of naloxone are recommended practices to combat the increase in youth opioid deaths.

    By • Oct. 31, 2023
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    Special education leader aims to raise expectations for students

    After an 18-month wait for Senate confirmation — and a stint driving Teslas in Las Vegas — Glenna Wright-Gallo is prioritizing improved outcomes for students with disabilities.

    By • Oct. 31, 2023
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    How to protect sensitive data during a cyberattack

    The CFO of a Texas district recommends safer ways to request sensitive employee data and stronger password and verification policies.

    By • Oct. 26, 2023
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    6 ways to better communicate complex school issues

    Providing context to the public can lead to more dialogue and deeper understanding, said a district communications expert.

    By • Oct. 24, 2023
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    Succession planning: How one district official is approaching retirement

    An assistant superintendent of business services from Illinois explains how he is preparing his office for this career transition.

    By • Oct. 23, 2023
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    This rural Alabama district hit the fast lane on 1:1 devices years before the pandemic

    Over her 16 years leading Talladega County Schools, Suzanne Lacey has prioritized innovation and partnership with local industries like NASCAR.

    By • Oct. 23, 2023
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    How an Illinois district prepares for school safety crisis response

    Schools need community partners and plans for clear communications when emergencies occur, advise officials from West Aurora School District 129.

    By • Oct. 20, 2023
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    How to fight chronic absenteeism? Target students, parents and teachers.

    District-level strategies based on communication, empathy and relationships can help motivate the different populations to support attendance.

    By • Oct. 18, 2023
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    Opinion

    Securing the future of American education: For National Principals Month we ask that you listen.

    Three leaders of school administration organizations write that federal funding for education is "an investment in our nation’s future."

    By L. Earl Franks, Ronn Nozoe and Leonard P. Pugliese • Oct. 18, 2023
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    2022-23 flu season more severe for youth than most recent years

    Administrators noted the spread of respiratory illness in schools last fall, and CDC data confirms high rates of flu-related medical visits.

    By • Oct. 13, 2023
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    The top K-12 conferences to attend in 2024

    Administrators have plenty of opportunities for sharing best practices and learning about issues impacting their schools at conferences and events.

    By • Updated June 28, 2024
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    High 2021-22 chronic absenteeism levels persisted last school year

    In 2021-22, 6.5 million more students missed at least 10% or more of school days than in 2017-18, according to an Attendance Works analysis.

    By • Oct. 12, 2023
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    Westat to lead resource center on equity in special education

    The new technical assistance center aims to complement existing resources for states to help districts reduce racial disparities in special education services.

    By • Oct. 12, 2023
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    Futures literacy leadership: Leading in the age of disruption

    A new program at Western New Mexico University teaches seasoned education leaders how to foster a school culture of constructive conversation, innovation and shared purpose.

    By Benjamin Jenkins, Ph.D, Robert Neu, Ed.S., Contributions by Katie Hall • Oct. 9, 2023
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    POP QUIZ

    Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

    From a USDA rule impacting school nutrition to updated digital divide data, what did you learn from our recent stories?

    By • Sept. 29, 2023
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    How a Pennsylvania superintendent set out to restore her district’s secondary grades

    With middle grades returned, Sue Mariani aims to sustainably bring high school back to Duquesne City School District in a system under receivership.

    By • Sept. 27, 2023
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    Superintendent gender gap persists in nation’s largest districts

    As of July 2023, 30.4% of leaders in the nation's largest districts were women — up just 2.4 percentage points from 28% in 2021.

    By • Sept. 26, 2023
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    K-12 decision-making is subject of lawsuits contesting power, politics

    State education boards and departments, subject to changing political winds, are facing lawsuits contesting their role and reach. 

    By • Sept. 22, 2023
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    Real or hoax? Intention of 40% of school shooting threats unknown

    New research could be a starting point to develop best practices for schools to respond to threats and prevent campus violence, a study's co-author says.

    By • Sept. 20, 2023
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    Bill would ensure parents know of right to invite experts to special ed meetings

    IDEA already requires schools to inform parents of this right, but supporters of a House proposal say some parents are unaware.

    By • Sept. 15, 2023
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    Senators debate Congress’ role in school, library book bans

    Despite disagreement on the grounds for challenging books in classrooms, Senate Judiciary Committee members agreed doing so is largely a local issue.

    By • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Public engagement is a rising priority in school communications

    Community relations was the fourth-highest-ranked responsibility in 2022, according to a National School Public Relations Association survey.

    By • Sept. 13, 2023