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Trump Says Parents Should Elect Principals. What Would That Look Like?
Former President Donald Trump has said he wants to give parents the power to fire principals by making their jobs elected positions.
How Can Districts Prepare for the Next Pandemic?
There’s some evidence that more school districts have prepared for the next pandemic, and specifically considered how to keep classes going.
The Simple Reason So Many Initiatives Fail (Opinion)
We often hear about initiative fatigue in education. What may be surprising is there’s one reason why most fail.
5 Ways School Leaders Can Make Teachers Feel More Valued (Opinion)
Appreciating teachers demands a lot more than the occasional social media post or pizza party.
Nearly Half of Educators Believe Schools Were Closed Too Long During Pandemic
That’s according to a poll conducted last month of teachers, administrators, and district leaders.
3 Benefits of Superintendent Mentoring Programs
Mentoring helps both rookie superintendents and the veteran administrators guiding them.
From Clever Fun to Destructive Chaos: Here’s How Social Media Is Intensifying Senior Pranks
Senior pranks are going viral on social media platforms, for better or worse.
Teaching ‘Grand Students’: A Principal Treasures Her Work With Multiple Generations
A New Jersey principal built connections over multiple generations of families.
What These Retiring Principals Will Never Forget
Education Week asked four principals who are retiring this year to share a memory of their life in education that will stay with them.
This Principal Endured A Lot of Senior Pranks. One Stood Out
Chris LeGrande won’t forget 215 keys, a jar, and a parking boot.