Being present in the community is key to the widespread support David Clendening says he has developed during nearly two decades at the helm of Franklin Community Schools.
Texas Education Agency has appointed Peter Licata, who briefly led Broward County Public Schools, as the superintendent in the state's takeover of the Fort Worth Independent School District.
Gwinnett County Public Schools in Georgia picked Alexandra Estrella, who leads Connecticut's Norwalk Public Schools, as its next superintendent. A Missouri district picks its first-ever female leader.
Dr. Jeff Horton was recognized as District Administration's 2026's Superintendent of the Year and Dr. Carmen Balgobin has been named District Administration's 2026 Woman of the Year.
