superintendents Archives

Skibidi anarchy: The role of technology in post-pandemic classrooms

September 17, 2024 by John Jennings, eSpark Learning

Digital learning tools are charged with meeting legitimate classroom needs and appealing to students in ways that meet students where they are

Today’s kids are built differently. It’s the number one recurring theme in conversations with educators at every level, from the classroom to the district office. It’s not just…

Education Policy & Funding

The clock is ticking on ESSER funds

June 20, 2024 by Jim Grady, Alvaraz and Marsal

The impending deadline represents a moment to recall the magnitude of federal ESSER funds and where the program stands.

Superintendents in the middle of the budget-setting process need to be aware: with the ESSER Funds soon to go away, reporting, supplementing, and storytelling their pandemic-related expenses will be key for…

Newsline

Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Names New Executive Director

June 7, 2024 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) announces it has appointed Ulysses “Uly” Navarrete as its ... Read more

Reduce Violence in Schools with Digital Monitoring – PDF Guide

April 3, 2024February 12, 2024 by Jeff Festa

Download this practical guide to help superintendents and district leaders understand how digital monitoring can help identify and eliminate threats ... Read more

Education Policy & Funding

Here’s why anecdotes are as important as data in edtech decisions

November 16, 2023November 1, 2023 by Doug Roberts, CEO & Founder, Institute for Education Innovation

A decision-maker should not hesitate to reach out to their nationwide network of peers to get honest feedback on edtech tools, even with data

From the moment they first set up shop centuries ago, businesses have depended on word-of-mouth to build their customer base--and today, word-of-mouth marketing is still the main driver…

District Management

What do superintendents really think of the NAEP?

July 28, 2023April 5, 2023 by Doug Roberts, Founder and CEO, Institute for Education Innovation

There’s no question the pandemic has taken a toll on learning--but superintendents say there's more behind the NAEP results.

Last October, newspapers around the country reported the results of the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), also known as the Nation’s Report Card. And just like in previous…

Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Partners with Scholastic to Create Latino-inspired Book Collection

March 21, 2023 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) partnered with Scholastic to help them develop “ Rising ... Read more

Newsline

The Cook Center for Human Connection Co-Sponsors National Mental Health Cohort for District Leaders

December 22, 2022 by ESchool News Staff

Salt Lake City, UT — The Cook Center for Human Connection, a Utah-based nonprofit dedicated to eradicating suicide and advocating ... Read more

Newsline

The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces Recipients of its 2022-2023 Leadership Awards

October 26, 2022 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) announces the winners of its 2022-2023 Leadership Awards. The ... Read more

COVID-19 Update

What are your reasons to celebrate this school year?

May 26, 2022 by Britten Follett

This school year has been like no other in recent history--here's how teachers are reflecting and looking ahead

We can all agree that the challenges we’ve seen in the last two years are unprecedented. However, when we consider all that’s happened and all that we’ve learned,…

Newsline

The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces New Regional Directors

December 3, 2021 by ESchool News Staff

WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 30, 2021) – The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) has elected Pedro Rivera and Dr. ... Read more

Newsline

Civil Rights Activist Sylvia Mendez to be Special Guest at ALAS Linking Latina Leaders Event Feb. 19

February 16, 2021 by ESchool News Staff

Civil rights activist Sylvia Mendez will join the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) for their February networking event, ... Read more

Newsline

ALAS Applauds the Appointment of ALAS Member Dr. Miguel Cardona as U.S. Secretary of Education

January 5, 2021January 5, 2021 by ESchool News Staff

The Association of Latino Administrators & Superintendents (ALAS) applauds the appointment of ALAS member Dr. Miguel Cardona to the position ... Read more

Newsline

Meet ALAS’ New Regional and At-Large State Affiliate Board Members

January 5, 2021 by ESchool News Staff

The Association of Latino Administrators & Superintendents (ALAS) has announced its new Region 3, Region 5 and At-Large State Affiliate ... Read more

Newsline

The Association of Latino Administrators Announces its New Executive Board

November 9, 2020 by ESchool News Staff

The Association of Latino Administrators & Superintendents (ALAS) has announced its new executive board members. They are: Dr. Francisco Duran, ... Read more

Newsline

Curriculum Associates Sponsors the 2020 ALAS Scholarship Awards to Support the Professional Advancement

October 14, 2020 by ESchool News Staff

For the sixth consecutive year, Curriculum Associates has partnered with the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) to support ... Read more

District Management

Making access and equity a reality for diverse students

October 16, 2020October 5, 2020 by Robert Low

Learn how two school districts have made equity and future success top priorities for diverse student populations

Large school districts in different parts of the United States have now developed systematic ways to increase diverse students’ access to advanced courses, and the districts are also…

District Management

What happens when there is no ‘e’ in eLearning?

March 8, 2021June 17, 2020 by Britten Follett

Leveraging the power of print is key to expanding educational opportunities--especially during at-home learning

I love the smell of the ink on the page. I cherish the way paper feels to the touch. I enjoy reflecting on the moment in time, I…

Newsline

Support the Nation’s School Leaders Navigate 2020-2021

June 30, 2020June 3, 2020 by ESchool News Staff

mindSpark Learning, a Denver-based national nonprofit dedicated to empowering educators with industry-oriented professional learning experiences, announced today the launch of ... Read more

District Management

Empowering superintendents to connect technology and learning

September 26, 2018 by Stacey Pusey

“If it’s edtech, it must be good,” used to be the mantra in schools. In fact, many district technology plans fluctuated depending upon the latest fads and what…

District Management

Principals: The lessons we learned in 2016

January 5, 2017January 4, 2017 by Stephen Noonoo

The best educational leaders are lifelong learners. They are constantly expanding their knowledge, refining their skills, and looking for creative ways to help kids learn. As these four…

District Management

A one-to-one program done slowly—and right

March 11, 2015March 10, 2015 by By Jennifer Welch

Superintendent Steven Webb’s successful one-to-one rollout could serve as a roadmap for districts Dr. Steven Webb’s rise as a visionary ... Read more

District Management

School superintendents speak out on key issues

September 25, 2013 by Staff and wire services reports

Have Washington area school systems been hurt by federal budget cuts? Are students being bombarded with too many standardized tests? asks the Washington Post.

Skibidi anarchy: The role of technology in post-pandemic classrooms

The clock is ticking on ESSER funds

Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Names New Executive Director

Here’s why anecdotes are as important as data in edtech decisions

What do superintendents really think of the NAEP?

Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Partners with Scholastic to Create Latino-inspired Book Collection

The Cook Center for Human Connection Co-Sponsors National Mental Health Cohort for District Leaders

The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces Recipients of its 2022-2023 Leadership Awards

What are your reasons to celebrate this school year?

The Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS) Announces New Regional Directors

Civil Rights Activist Sylvia Mendez to be Special Guest at ALAS Linking Latina Leaders Event Feb. 19

ALAS Applauds the Appointment of ALAS Member Dr. Miguel Cardona as U.S. Secretary of Education

Meet ALAS’ New Regional and At-Large State Affiliate Board Members

The Association of Latino Administrators Announces its New Executive Board

Curriculum Associates Sponsors the 2020 ALAS Scholarship Awards to Support the Professional Advancement

Making access and equity a reality for diverse students

What happens when there is no ‘e’ in eLearning?

Support the Nation’s School Leaders Navigate 2020-2021

Empowering superintendents to connect technology and learning

Principals: The lessons we learned in 2016

A one-to-one program done slowly—and right

School superintendents speak out on key issues

Versaterm Launches the Florida Safety and Threat Management Portal

K12 Tutoring Launches Nationwide, Empowering Students with Personalized Learning Support

Title I Educators Win More Than $16,000 For The Purchase Of Over 3,350 Books In The Lexia Library Wish Program

Avantis Education Launches Eduverse+ for ClassVR

Slooh’s New Earth Science Curriculum Offers Standards-Aligned Learning Activities Utilizing Orbital Satellite Feeds

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