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Solving Chronic Absenteeism Isn't 'One-Size-Fits-All,' This Leader Says
Proactive, sensitive communication with families can make a big difference.
Recruitment & Retention
District Leaders Want to Retain Talent. They Need to Look Beyond Just Compensation
There are steps K-12 leaders can take to keep teachers and principals in the leadership pipeline, administrators say.
School & District Management
Opinion
The News Headlines Are Draining Educators. 5 Things That Can Help
School leaders can take concrete steps to manage the impact of the political upheaval.
School & District Management
Texas Leader Named Superintendent of the Year
The 2026 superintendent of the year has led his district through rapid growth amid a local housing boom.
Student Well-Being & Movement
How a District Used Data to Fight Students' Gambling and Vaping
School officials figured out when kids faced the most pressure and worked from there.
School & District Management
On Capitol Hill, Relieved Principals Press for Even More Federal Support
With the fiscal 2026 budget maintaining level K-12 funding, principals look to the future.
Budget & Finance
How Do Schools Solve a Problem Like Property Taxes?
Politicians or activists in at least 10 states are pitching the end of one of schools' chief revenue sources.
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- Recruitment & Retention Opinion 3 Solutions for the Black Male Teacher ShortageI was well out of college before my mentor persuaded me to become a teacher. Here’s how we can start reaching Black men earlier.School & District Management What Happens When Educators Win School Board Seats, According to New ResearchA new study explores what happens with student achievement, local charter schools, and teacher pay when educators win school board seats.Equity & Diversity Opinion I Am Jewish and an Educator. Where Do I Stand With Equity Advocates Today?Most educators don't know how to address the Israel-Hamas war, but there are some things they can do right now.School & District Management Video Video: Emotional Intelligence, ExplainedA look at what emotional intelligence is and why it matters for educational leaders.School & District Management From Our Research Center How Emotionally Intelligent Are School and District Leaders? We Asked TeachersAsked about traits like empathy, teachers rated principals higher than they rated district leaders.School & District Management Download Downloadable: Tips to Improve Your Emotional IntelligenceTips from education leaders on building skills like empathy and motivation.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on Where Learning Meets Opportunity: Connecting Classrooms to Careers Through Real-World Learning
This Spotlight highlights a growing shift toward career-connected learning, which blends academic content with real-world applications.
Student Achievement
Spotlight
Spotlight on Prevention Over Remediation: The Role of Strong Tier 1 Instruction in MTSS
This Spotlight highlights how effective Tier 1 instruction in grades K–5 can improve literacy and math outcomes.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on How Schools Can Elevate Their CTE Offerings
CTE is evolving to meet the demands of a high-tech economy by including AI literacy, advanced technical skills, and real-world experience.
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- Budget & Finance School Districts Prepare for Major Staffing Cuts as ESSER Winds DownMore than half of district leaders said in a new survey that they may have to cut many of the staff they used COVID relief money to hire.School & District Management More Superintendents Are Quitting as School Year BeginsObservers say more superintendents abruptly left this summer. "No college football team is firing their coach in August," says one expert.Professional Development New Teachers Need Strong Mentors. Two Pros Offer TipsA discussion of 8 essential elements for setting up and sustaining a mentorship program for new teachers.School & District Management With a State Takeover on the Table, the Leader of Oklahoma’s Largest District ResignsGist cited her desire to avert state control—even as the looming vote has spurred teachers and students to activism.Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Mindfulness in the Classroom: Strengthen Students' Focus in 3 Minutes a DayMindfulness exercises are easy to teach and to learn, writes a veteran educator.Recruitment & Retention Video How to Create a School Culture That Teachers Won't Want to LeaveAt this Texas middle school, staff have turned down job offers that would boost their salary or significantly cut their commute time.
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