There are fewer candidates for superintendent and more open positions than ever before, resulting in a leadership void as schools try to bounce back from years of disruptions.
The fact that more women have reached the to post in recent years does not tell the whole story as "we are still grossly underrepresented in this role," says one superintendent.
Increasing the capacity of its school leaders, expanding academic programming and nurturing positive school climates have been driving forces behind the improvements in three districts.
Aspiring principals are getting more training on supporting diverse learners but still lack job-based learning opportunities such as internships and mentoring, a new analysis finds.
The challenges of COVID may not only lead to increased principal turnover. They may also have soured some educators on the idea of moving up the K-12 ladder.
Latino school administrators have a vision for the near future of education: More leaders of color and better outcomes for some of the most vulnerable students.
The overriding purpose of DA's National Superintendent Academy is to provide aspiring administrators with practical skills and information for seeking a superintendency.
A comprehensive program that prepares you for the academic, political and logistical rigors of superintendency and senior leadership — in an interactive virtual series.
