The takeover of the Houston Independent School District by the state of Texas is part of a national trend that is likely to accelerate amid political conflicts and pressures to close achievement gaps, experts tell Axios.
"I actually use my vacation time now," Superintendent Diane Kelly confides. "I make sure I'm present for the milestone events in the lives of my family and friends—things I used to miss for evening meetings in the district."
Assuring the community that the Colchester School District is spending money wisely—and carefully—has been one of Superintendent Amy Minor's top priorities from the day she took office.
Only 27% of teachers say it's "very likely" that they'll continue teaching beyond five years. Unfortunately, educators and leaders alike say it's because they don't receive the respect they deserve.
Educators' spirits have landed in a fragile place after the pandemic-era rollercoaster of praise, pressure and political attacks. A new report offers guidance on making positive changes.
Chronic absenteeism spiked at 10 million students in 2020-21—that means more than one in every five students in the nation missed at least 10% of the school year.
The numbers are overwhelming, but they reveal progress as more students are taking the appropriate steps to improve their mental health before entering college.
Our position in a shrinking and interdependent world is no longer guaranteed. We cannot let the pressures of maintaining the status quo continue to prevail.
