Leadership

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Student Well-Being Schools Close as Flu and Other Respiratory Illnesses Spike
Some schools are temporarily closing to stop the spread of infection—or because too many staff are sick.
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Recruitment & Retention Opinion Want to Retain Teachers? Try These Strategies
Better money is a solid first step. But teachers need to be treated as professionals if they are to stay.
12 min read
Student Achievement The Reasons Behind the Poor NAEP Scores, According to Teachers
Educators on social media weigh in on what's behind the recent drop in student test scores.
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Professional Development Opinion Principals Need Mentors, Too. How to Find the Right One
Although my district paired me with an official mentor, it wasn’t until I sought out one of my own that I found the right fit.
Ian Knox
4 min read
A young education leader looks through a telescope in search of the perfect mentoring relationship.
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School Climate & Safety States Emphasize School Violence Prevention, Not Just Security
In the wake of school shootings in their states last year, legislators hope to avert future tragedies.
7 min read
Local residents pray during a candlelight vigil following a shooting at Perry High School, on Jan. 4, 2024, in Perry, Iowa.
Local residents pray during a candlelight vigil following a shooting at Perry High School, on Jan. 4, 2024, in Perry, Iowa. The deaths in school shootings last year have led to new legislation in a half-dozen states.
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Families & the Community 3 Tips for Improving Student Attendance With Parents' Help
Schools must do more than engage students, they must engage parents as well, experts say. Here's how.
4 min read
Student heading towards school exit. Door of opportunity.
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Professional Development Can AI Effectively Coach Teachers?
Coaching is one of the most effective but resource-intensive forms of professional development. Can AI fill in the gaps?
9 min read
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