Lessons In Leadership
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Sponsored by Digital PromiseWayfinding in a world of change: How to help learners navigate life, learning and career transitions
A Digital Promise report suggests we must strengthen bridges between educational institutions, workforce development organizations and communities.
By Christina Luke Luna, Josh Weisgrau • March 10, 2025 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow a New Jersey principal is tackling middle school literacy gaps
Thelma Ramsey-Bryant and her team have worked to make remedial reading tasks feel age-appropriate and to identify connections to student behavior.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 6, 2025 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP5 insights from top school administrators in 2024
We’ve highlighted key takeaways on parent engagement, student voice, pursuing change and more from this year’s conversations.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 30, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Digital Promise League of Innovative SchoolsTrust and belonging: What education leaders learned from Finland about whole child development
Education leaders from the United States and Canada visited Finland to gain insights and practical strategies around supporting whole child development.
By Diana Lee, Emma Mills • Dec. 16, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Identity Automation5 strategies to get leadership buy-in for MFA
Leverage these 5 strategies to get MFA buy-in from non-technical leaders and secure your district!
By Susan M. Bearden, CETL • Nov. 4, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow Philadelphia is accelerating learning recovery with an ambitious 5-year plan
Propelled by impressive academic recovery metrics, Superintendent Tony Watlington has curriculum rollouts, facilities improvements and more on the agenda.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 22, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPFor Houston superintendent, there’s nothing piecemeal about school turnarounds
Appointed to lead Texas’ largest district during a state takeover last year, Mike Miles is embracing a model of wholescale systemic change.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow a Pennsylvania superintendent factors community into innovation
For Matthew Friedman, prioritizing consistent communication is key to ensuring Quakertown Community School District can embrace future-ready learning.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 29, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPBoots on the ground: Topeka superintendent meets families where they are
For Tiffany Anderson, engaging with the community in authentic, unstructured ways is essential to understanding and addressing learning barriers.
By Roger Riddell • July 25, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow stoic philosophy influences a New Jersey superintendent’s approach to leadership
Being mindful of what you can and cannot control is key to remaining calm as a school leader, says Brigantine Public Schools’ Glenn Robbins.
By Roger Riddell • June 27, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow student voice informs change in a California district
The rollout process for a district graduate profile led Santa Ana Superintendent Jerry Almendarez to implement ongoing student input sessions.
By Roger Riddell • April 25, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow a Chicago-area district embraces community engagement amid political divides
With two school boards to answer to and pushback from a vocal parent rights group, careful communication is key for this superintendent.
By Roger Riddell • March 29, 2024 -
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Sponsored by KognityCan inquiry-based learning transform classrooms and equip students for real-world challenges?
Turn passive learners into problem-solving stars. IBL transforms science education for success in the classroom and beyond.
March 11, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow prioritizing culture boosted attendance, academics in a Virginia middle school
Shampriest Bevel, who began her principal role mid-pandemic, says it was critical to put student and teacher voice first and “focus on what people really needed.”
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 29, 2024 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP5 insights from top school administrators in 2023
We’ve highlighted some key insights on community voice, union negotiations, crisis management and more from this year’s conversations.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 2, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Pearson3 common misconceptions about SEL — and how educators can address them
Learn how educators can work with families to understand their resistance and work together to foster acceptance.
Nov. 13, 2023 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPThis 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 Roger Riddell • Oct. 23, 2023 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow 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 Roger Riddell • Sept. 27, 2023 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow a New York superintendent found her passion in school turnarounds
The Roosevelt Union Free School District’s Deborah Wortham says the most important questions students have of leaders are, “Do I care? Am I visible?”
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 30, 2023 -
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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPWhat should superintendents keep in mind in union negotiations?
LAUSD Superintendent Alberto Carvalho says talks may exceed budget comfort zones, but that may be necessary based on economic realities.
By Roger Riddell • July 14, 2023 -
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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPHow NAEP scores are adding urgency to Los Angeles’ math, reading push
As a member of the assessment’s governing board, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho is all too familiar with the gravity of pandemic learning loss.
By Roger Riddell • July 13, 2023 -
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Sponsored by Fly FivePaving the way for positive behavior with mindfulness
Mindfulness practices in the classroom can help students to reset, refocus, and remain in control.
By Fly Five • July 3, 2023 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons In Leadership: For Ohio superintendent, focus on student skills is key to broader local economy
Youngstown, Ohio, was hit hard by the decline of the local steel industry, but Justin Jennings sees part of his role as equipping students to attract new fields to the region.
By Roger Riddell • May 30, 2023 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons In Leadership: Cincinnati superintendent invites community to ‘Be Present’ for students
For Iranetta Wright, the entire community has a stake in providing support and resources for student success, including through direct volunteerism.
By Roger Riddell • April 19, 2023 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons In Leadership: A North Carolina principal details why middle school is more than academics
Social media and pandemic fallout are only compounding the hurdles that come with a critical period of brain development, says Derek McCoy.
By Roger Riddell • March 31, 2023
