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Educational Leadership

Trade shows: When to go and what to do when you get there

January 25, 2023November 25, 2019 by Stacey Pusey

Determining which trade shows to attend and how to make the most of your trip can be overwhelming--here's where to start.

Attending trade shows seems like an absolute must for educational publishers; the cost, personnel, and logistics can be obstacles for even the larger companies. But going shouldn’t be…

Classroom Innovations

4 ways school leadership encourages proficient readers

August 14, 2019August 9, 2019 by Dr. Elizabeth Crawford Brooke

At a time when schools are held accountable to the highest level of standards, strong school leadership is critical for success. Fortunately, researchers have been exploring the school…

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7 strategies to navigate a tech upgrade

February 16, 2020July 26, 2019 by Chris Cummings and Brett Williams

Here are some valuable lessons to navigate a tech upgrade.

Several school district officials have told us they want to embrace our philosophy of empowering students and teachers through technology innovation, but lack the right infrastructure to support…

7 things supporting broadband best practices

January 21, 2020May 27, 2019 by Laura Ascione

A new report can help school leaders support broadband best practices.

State leadership can have a powerful impact on broadband best practices in K-12 schools--and a new report highlights success stories and strong policies supporting broadband connectivity.State K-12 Broadband…

District Management

Overcoming your own anxiety to become an effective K-12 leader

April 9, 2019 by Christine Ravesi-Weinstein, M.Ed.

A group of people that indicates leadership

Leadership skills require people to look inward and find self-confidence that will not only guide them toward successes but focus them through failures—an inevitable part of all leadership…

District Management

Want to improve your leadership development? Use simulations!

March 13, 2019March 13, 2019 by David De Jong, Ed.D.

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American schools are facing a crisis in the lack of professional learning for school leaders.

District Management

All (or most!) of your district leadership questions answered

March 6, 2019 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

Scrabble tiles spelling Q & A

A leader is someone who has a certain amount of expertise in a field and actively shares their insights with those around them through writing, speaking, and acting.…

District Management

How to think like a leader

February 4, 2019 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

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Schools are experiencing a dramatic shift from how they’ve been run and structured for over a century. Leaders must establish direction, influence others, and initiate sustainable change as…

District Management

#9: 9 common leadership missteps to avoid

December 19, 2018December 19, 2018 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

The role of school administrator is evolving from a building manager into an instructional leader. This shift is not easy, and all leaders strive to be the best…

District Management

Looking for ways to become a stronger educator?

November 30, 2018 by Ellen Ullman

The Better Leaders Better Schools podcast is for school and district administrators, emerging leaders, and educational influencers. In each episode, Daniel Bauer, a self-described “connector,” interviews school principals and industry leaders…

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7 tips for making your principal your ally

November 27, 2018 by Doug Johnson

Librarians, you cannot afford to have an adversarial relationship with your principal. You cannot even afford a principal who is an “agent of benevolent neglect.” You need an…

District Management

7 ways to be a more visible leader

November 21, 2018 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

Today’s school administrator has an overabundance of duties and responsibilities to balance with the mandates from state and national reform. As an instructional leader, you must guide teachers…

District Management

How to retain great teachers: Start with leadership opportunities

October 9, 2018 by Peter Leida

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Finding and retaining effective teachers is one of the surest ways to improve student outcomes, according to research published in the Elementary School Journal and the Journal of Personnel…

District Management

Introducing the EdLeader Personality Test

September 24, 2018 by John Jennings

Personality tests are fun. Some people derive valuable insights from them. Others simply use them to validate what they already know about themselves. Most just like to see…

District Management

9 common leadership missteps to avoid

September 10, 2018 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

The role of school administrator is evolving from a building manager into an instructional leader. This shift is not easy, and all leaders strive to be the best…

District Management

It’s another year of change: Can you answer these questions?

September 4, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

Here we go: another opening, another show. The school year has started. The new ideas are ready for rollout. The excitement is present. Are you ready? The roll…

SEL & Well-Being

6 key principles for a successful SEL program

December 13, 2018August 15, 2018 by Julia Ottesen

A social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum adds valuable lessons to a student’s normal school day that will help propel them beyond academic success and onto success in life. No…

6 reasons why district-wide tech implementations are the right choice

May 14, 2018May 14, 2018 by Scott Welch

In any given K-12 district, you’ll find at least some teachers choosing their own edtech products. Why? If their district hasn’t shown tech leadership, there are no shortage…

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How do I share something difficult with my colleague?

April 30, 2018April 24, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

Something happened. Your colleague said something you found a bit harsh or inappropriate. Something inaccurate or uncalled for. She said it to you. Or to a student. Gulp.…

School Library Innovations

The New Librarian: Using advocacy to promote leadership

January 25, 2023March 30, 2018 by Margaret Cole

As innovation coordinator for instructional technology, information & library media at Parkway School District in St. Louis, Missouri, Bill Bass has long demonstrated his commitment to 21st-century learning.…

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Can I give you some feedback? And other ways to not offer ideas

March 2, 2018February 19, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

Have you ever heard the question, “Can I give you some feedback?” Did you want to say “No” immediately? Did your fight-or-flight reflex go into hyper mode? If…

Educational Leadership

How to be a collaborative leader

January 25, 2023January 30, 2018 by Matthew Joseph, Ed.D.

collaborative leadership

When the word “collaboration” is spoken in a school, it is not always welcomed with open arms. Educators or leaders who have had success or are comfortable working…

eClassroom News

How to ask the questions people want to answer

January 25, 2018January 25, 2018 by Jennifer Abrams

“How was your winter holiday?” “What are your resolutions for 2018?” “How are you today?” Lots of eager ears are awaiting your responses. Or are they? And are…

Educational Leadership

No-holds-barred interview: The need for truth in education!

January 25, 2023January 4, 2018 by Dr. Rod Berger

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People know Dr. Steve Perry from his education thought leadership, his Capital Preparatory Schools system and his talent to tell his personal stories in education. Outspoken and often…

District Management

Hey educators: Are you trustworthy? Here are 4 vital signs for identifying and assessing trust in schools

November 22, 2017November 20, 2017 by By Jennifer Abrams

Trust is a big word. It may be just one syllable and it’s certainly not a word the Spelling Bee organizers would consider a great challenge (or have…

District Management

Teachers: How to use your voice for a positive school culture

November 6, 2017November 6, 2017 by By Jennifer Abrams

teacher voice collaboration

Moving from the classroom into the role of a teacher leader and a coach was a transition, to say the least. I recognized I was credentialed in teaching…

NEA Learning and Leadership Grants

February 23, 2017 by Laura Ascione

Learning & Leadership Grants support NEA members for one of the following two purposes: Grants to individuals fund participation in ... Read more

District Management

How our leadership academies are creating better school principals

October 11, 2016 by Linda D. Mulvey

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Research supports building stronger principals to effect lasting change -- and it starts with good training for leaders of all levels.

District Management

New book illustrates the 5 most important leadership skills

September 22, 2016 by Abi Mandelbaum

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Leaders aren’t just principals, CEOs, and presidents, a new book asserts, but rather people from all walks of life benefit ... Read more

District Management

6 ways school leaders can transform teaching

May 7, 2019September 6, 2016 by Laura Devaney, Director of News, <a>@eSN_Laura</a>

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U.S. education can migrate to a system that supports teaching, drives learning, and gives all students a strong foundation, according to a new report from the National Commission…

Teaching Trends

Designing custom ed-tech software requires joint effort

July 19, 2016July 19, 2016 by Laura Ascione

Off-the-shelf education technology platforms can often fall short when aligning with educators’ specific approaches to instruction. As a result, many ... Read more

Teaching Trends

Study finds successes, challenges in shift to intensive principal preparation

July 19, 2016July 19, 2016 by Laura Ascione

A report released from the Illinois Education Research Council (IERC) at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, in partnership with the University ... Read more

District Management

The 7 questions every new teacher should be able to answer

July 29, 2016June 13, 2016 by Alan November

hiring-teachers

Teaching for the 21st century looks a lot different. Here's what admins -- and teachers -- need to know for job interviews and beyond.

District Management

School leadership under the microscope

April 22, 2016April 22, 2016 by Laura Devaney, Director of News, <a href='https://twitter.com/esn_laura' target='_blank'>@eSN_Laura</a>

Every Friday, I’ll recap some of the most interesting and thought-provoking news developments that occurred over the week. I can’t fit all of this week's news stories here,…

Teaching Trends

Does your school have a growth mindset when it comes to change?

March 2, 2016March 1, 2016 by Peter West

Want your tech rollout to be successful? First, you need the right mindset Most educational organizations want to improve teaching ... Read more

Teaching Trends

Technology can help states meet learning, leadership goals

February 26, 2016February 26, 2016 by Laura Devaney, Director of News, <a href='https://twitter.com/esn_laura' target='_blank'>@eSN_Laura</a>

Every Friday, I’ll be bringing you a recap of some of the most interesting and thought-provoking news developments that occurred over the week. I can’t fit all of…

District Management

5 leadership requirements essential for change

February 23, 2016 by Peter West

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There are some leadership requirements for change in the classroom to begin. This is not an exhaustive list, but it contains some major points. While reading these points,…

District Management

Watch 14 thought leadership presentations from a recent ed-tech symposium

February 3, 2016February 3, 2016 by Laura Ascione

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In July 2015, Discovery Education, provider of digital content and professional development for K-12 classrooms and CUE, the California-based organization inspiring innovative learners and advocating educational opportunities for…

District Management

Teachers want larger role in ed-tech decisions

January 7, 2016January 6, 2016 by Laura Devaney, Director of News, <a href='https://twitter.com/esn_laura' target='_blank'>@eSN_Laura</a>

More teachers want to play an increased role in ed-tech decision-making, according to a survey of more than 4,300 teachers by TES Global in partnership with the Jefferson…

District Management

4 finalists vie for Superintendent of the Year

December 16, 2015 by Stephen Noonoo

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Winner will be announced in February at AASA conference AASA, The School Superintendents Association, announced today the finalists for the ... Read more

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