We have a county system of public schools here in West Virginia, but I am not the only superintendent in Morgan County. There is also the parks superintendent, serving two state parks, and there is a mine superintendent, leading the sand mine at U.S. Silica. Hoping to move closer to family, I started looking for […]
Parent Teacher Home Visits in Sacramento and other similar organizations are once again popularizing home visits, a practice commonplace in the 1960s. Each school year, the group facilitates at least two visits from school faculty members to a student's home. During these exchanges, families and school staff discuss their goals and expectations for the student's […]
While there are other significant concerns about potential dangers created with many current options-based active shooter training approaches, I find the running option to be perhaps the most dangerous as presently taught.
The job of principal is tough and lonely. Without support, principals are isolated, which can negatively impact job performance and lead to frequent principal turnover. To stay in the role and make real sustainable improvements, school leaders need the support of an experienced and knowledgeable thought partner.
