The solutions start with district leaders lobbying for new state policies, such as redrawing districts intentionally to serve a more racially and economically diverse mix of communities, a new report advises.
Solving today's challenge will require something more fundamental than either tech solutions or event planning: people working together to build close-knit school communities.
"We're changing lives," says Alabaster City School District Superintendent Wayne Vickers who declares they're looking at a 99% graduation rate this year. Here's how he's turned the district from "good" to "great."
New research by MIT economists shows school quality ratings significantly reflect the preparation of a school's students, not just the school's contribution to learning gains.
This year's finalists are recognized for their success in providing high-quality learning opportunities for students. Learn what qualities make them such qualified candidates.
In Bethel School District, like many others, the demand for after-school programs has surged. Here's how we scaled up while connecting to key goals and priorities.
Self-care for Superintendent Cary Holman means remembering his "why" as an educator. Wellness for Superintendent of Minerva Garcia-Sanchez is all about taking care of her employees.
