Leadership

Parents aren’t the roadies, they’re now in the band

Schools are now expected to document how they provide regular, clear communication and ensure parents’ voices are reflected in decision-making processes, particularly in the use of federal funds.

Superintendent Speaks Out: How to reinvent your district

When a district is going through major changes—and making major changes—the leader has to be highly visible in supporting staff and connecting with the community, Joseph Goho says in this edition of "Superintendent Speaks Out." 

Superintendents on the move: A well-known leader steps down

Superintendents are on the move in several states as hiring and retiring activity is increasing this early fall after a relatively quieter summer. 

Superintendents on the move: New leader steps up in NYC

Melissa Aviles-Ramos, the highest-ranking Latina and Spanish-speaking leader in New York City Public Schools, will become the next chancellor of the nation's largest district.

Strategic planning: How to pivot after classes start

A solid after-action review will help you make early mid-course corrections, shift resources to cover unanticipated needs, support principals and improve next year’s planning.

Superintendents on the move: Hiring is picking up with new school year

Superintendent Zandra Jo Galván is moving from the Greenfield Union School District to the Salinas Union High School District in California.

What is taking up other superintendents’ time? We have answers

Time is not something most superintendents have to spare. A new report examines the reasons for that situation, along with the top stressors for K12 leaders and their levels of job satisfaction.  

Superintendents on the move: A few big hires in the last week

Tiffany Spicer, superintendent of the Buna Independent School District in Texas, has been chosen unanimously as the lone finalist to become the next leader of Waco ISD.

These 3 big issues continue to shape the superintendency

Turnover, gender gaps and racial disparities remain major factors in the makeup of leaders in the nation's largest school districts. 

Superintendent turnover: New data show reasons for recent moves

New job? Resignation? Termination? What is the biggest reason for superintendent turnover? Plus, mental health makes an impact on strategic plans.

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