Leadership 360
Leadership experts in the K-12 field Jill Berkowicz and Ann Myers wrote about challenges and possibilities for administrators in the 21st century. This blog is no longer being updated, but you can continue to explore these issues on edweek.org by visiting our related topic pages: school leadership and district leadership.
Assessment
Opinion
2 Actions That Help 21st-Century Leaders Build Success
Professional development? Only few can boast they have found the 'secret sauce' and improved teaching and learning and achievement. But many are on their way.
Equity & Diversity
Opinion
Safe Space for Children Is a Holiday Gift
We wish you a week and a holiday filled with joy and generosity. And we affirm your work and your open hearts. Children need adults in their lives who will see them and who will keep them safe as they grow. It is the most precious gift.
School Choice & Charters
Opinion
Charters and Vouchers: Who Will Lead Their Development?
Would parents and children be more engaged if choice were everywhere? Would teachers and leaders function differently if we weren't a monopoly? Is it the lack of choice that breeds resentments and arrogance?
School Climate & Safety
Opinion
3 Reasons Fake News Is Important
Whether it is TV news or online, most are getting news from a screen and the younger the population the more the source is online.
Equity & Diversity
Opinion
The Subtle Undoing of the Education of Our Students
The experiences of children outside of school come to school with them even if they are never spoken out loud. Who will be their guides?
Education
Opinion
Teachers' Views of Leaders: Feedback From Our Readers
School leaders and teachers feel burdened by the incessant demands and feel pressured to implement them, correctly and fast. In that process, have some changed paths from one of leader to one of manager, and, for some, to policeman or woman.
Student Well-Being & Movement
Opinion
How Deep, Active Listening Helps Reduce Holiday Stress
At this time of year, we need to be listening for those who are silent and for those who are alone or angry. They may need our help.
Student Achievement
Opinion
With Betsy DeVos at the Helm of the Education Department, We Need a Plan!
Of course policy makers, business people, and those who have never lived a day in a public school think that if they opened the doors to competition, schools would improve. We know better.
School & District Management
Opinion
Boss and Buddy: Can a Leader Be Both?
The terms "boss" and "buddy" both seem archaic and more relevant to the manager than the leader. But, they still command call for attention and continued study.
School Climate & Safety
Opinion
Responding to Hate Speech and Bullying in the Digital Age
Guest blogger Devorah Heitner writes: If we simply drive the conversation underground, we lose an opportunity to help kids understand other people's point of view.
Professional Development
Opinion
Can Project-Based Learning and Professional Learning Communities Counter Hate Speech?
Schools are seeing eruptions of the mimicking behavior seen on the campaign trail. Name calling and other painful and more aggressive actions follow.
School Climate & Safety
Opinion
Mindfulness, Yoga, Meditation and Extended Play in Our Schools
My school district has embarked on a whole child journey. This revolves around our extended recess time (we increased recess from twenty minutes to forty minutes), yoga, meditation and mindfulness work for students K-8.
School Climate & Safety
Opinion
We Have To Talk About Current Events in the Classroom
It is understandable that with the contentiousness of this election, that leaders might find it safer to limit conversations. We argue that it is our role to help students navigate these rough waters.
Student Achievement
Opinion
Teachers: 10 Steps to Open Up Space in Your Office
It is about opening up space for your mind and for your human interactions.