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Op-ed

We’re in a literacy crisis. Our children deserve a better approach.

Jeanne Jeup -
After decades of multidisciplinary research, the scientific community has achieved consensus—children need systematic phonics instruction to crack the code and learn how to read.

Harnessing the power of language: A shift from transactional to transformational leadership in education

Quintin Shepherd -
The choice of language in leadership is more than mere semantics; it's a fundamental reflection of our approach towards those we lead. As we strive to cultivate an empowering, innovative, and compassionate school culture, let us consciously shift our language and leadership style from "what I want from you" to "what I want for you".

Data-informed decisions: 3 tips for K12 leaders from a data scientist

Joy Smithson -
Data-informed decisions help administrators develop communication strategies to address individual student needs and empower parents as active stakeholders in their child's educational journey.

How one district uses cognitive data to to unlock true data literacy

Gregory Hall -
An assistant superintendent explains how teachers truly differentiate instruction with data about the way students learn best.

How school leaders are improving culture through teacher voice and agency

Philip D. Lanoue and Robert R. Neu -
District leaders are now shifting their focus to school culture as the bedrock for reform efforts. Simply put, when teachers work in a supportive culture, schools improve.

Address the exodus: 3 ways to retain and support school leaders

Robin Winder -
No matter how you go about developing a strong school leadership team, you must remember the most important aspect: make sure they feel supported.

Reflecting and listening: What we can learn from the beloved Fred Rogers

Tracy Vitale -
“The Fred Method” resonated as we collaborated with teachers, staff, students and architects to design a revolutionary school of the future that blended the concepts of a children's museum and a place of learning.

5 steps districts can take to prepare for a big financial reckoning

Noah Wepman -
In September 2024, school districts will experience a financial reckoning not seen since the Great Recession: a perfect storm of declining enrollment, rising costs and the end of ESSER.

4 warning signs that students are struggling with mental health. And 4 solutions.

Kevin Skinner -
What can parents and educators do to provide extra support? Perhaps the most critical thing we can do is ask children, rather than telling them or trying to guess what's wrong.

3 keys to leading through the student mental health crisis

Gary Pettengell -
By prioritizing self-care, fostering collaboration, leveraging resources and continuously measuring and adapting to meet the needs of students, administrators can lead their schools through this difficult period.

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