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Briefings

Closing schools: How K12 leaders can promise value and equity

Matt Zalaznick -
Rarely are demographic breakdowns of students or communities a part of the discussions when leaders consider closing schools. Academic impacts are also often absent from the debate, one expert asserts.

How Colorado’s Principal of the Year is giving students more learning time

Matt Zalaznick -
The Colorado high school principal of the year was instrumental in creating a universal schedule that gives students access to a wider range of classes.

7 ways edtech providers can make AI in education safer and more efficient for students

Micah Ward -
New guidance specific to edtech vendors identifies exactly how they should incorporate AI technology into their products in a way that's ethical, efficient, and, most importantly, safe for students.

How strategic plan goals vary in urban, rural and suburban school districts

Matt Zalaznick -
See which strategic plan priorities are most prominent in rural school districts and which get more attention in urban and suburban systems.

Several superintendents step down after short stays in their district

Matt Zalaznick -
The most high-profile departure was that of Eric Gallien, who was hired in May but reached a separation agreement with the Charleston County School District's board on Friday and resigned immediately.

5 first-time superintendents are moving into the top spot

Matt Zalaznick -
Several school boards are filling a seemingly continuous string of vacancies with first-time superintendents. Many of the new leaders, moreover, are female.

6 key moves for leaders who want to accelerate career pathways

Matt Zalaznick -
If you've built a career pathways program, you know it's a complex undertaking that requires outreach and collaboration with local business and organizations. If you're only in the preliminary phase, the good news is those who have developed successful initiatives have plenty of lessons to share.

Overcoming misogyny in the workplace: It goes both ways in the superintendency

Micah Ward -
"You survived it, tell your story," is a quote that's been resonating with Cincinnati Public Schools Superintendent Iranetta Rayborn Wright. She says when you finally understand and believe in that, then you must tell your story, because somebody needs to hear it.

Why this CTO invites discomfort to do the ‘hard work’ for his students and staff

Micah Ward -
Ceres Unified School District's Chief Technology Officer will be the first to tell you that things aren't perfect. He and his IT team have work to do. But they're doing the "transformative work" that makes them proud. Meet Chris Higle.

Inspire to Aspire: Why this superintendent writes songs for his students

Matt Zalaznick -
Joe Famularo, whose mottos include “Lead and Learn," wrote "Be Strong and Lead Together" for Bellmore Public Schools' class of 2020. He was recently named New York's 2024 superintendent of the year.

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