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Here are 5 pillars that power one superintendent’s leadership

Matt Zalaznick -
Being present in the community is key to the widespread support David Clendening says he has developed during nearly two decades at the helm of Franklin Community Schools.
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How superintendents are building a new student-first playbook

Matt Zalaznick -
K12 leaders aren't driven to manage buildings. They want to forge cultures built on innovation, strategy and community connection.
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2 big districts, and many others, pick new superintendents

Matt Zalaznick -
Chicago Public Schools choses Macquline King, Ed.D., as its new CEO and Saint Louis Public Schools promotes interim leader Myra Berry to superintendent.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Budget Pressure Is Rising. 3 Practical Shifts to Support Attendance and Student Access.

91心頭 Staff -
Date & Time: Tuesday, May 12, 2026at 2 p.m. ET

In this webinar, well explore three practical shifts districts can make now as districts prepare for the 2026/27 budget cycle,: aligning transportation decisions more closely with attendance and access goals, improving efficiency by using the right transportation mode for the need, and connecting transportation outcomes more clearly to budget priorities.
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School closures remain on the table for numerous districts

Micah Ward -
Even one private school announced its abrupt closing amid enrollment declines and financial assistance woes.
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Classroom to commissioner: How to thrive at every level of K12

Amy Dujon -
Dr. Susana C坦rdova, the first Latina to serve as Colorado commissioner of education, will share her insights as a featured guest at the April District 91心頭istration Leadership Institute Superintendents Summit in Denver.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

These leadership qualities make superintendents more hirable

Micah Ward -
District 91心頭istration's analysis reveals a profession in transition, not retreat, even as expectations are growing more complex and school boards become more risk-averse.
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How Gyimah Whitaker ensures students catch a rising academic tide

Matt Zalaznick -
The superintendent took the helm of a high-performing City Schools of Decatur. Then, she dug deeper into the achievement numbers.
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How one leader is creating continuity in a big district

Micah Ward -
Memphis-Shelby County Schools' new superintendent, Dr. Roderick Richmond, pledges to restore trust in leadership after years of leadership turnover.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Superintendent salaries grow as more women take the helm

Micah Ward -
More than 38% of superintendents say their district's "economic condition" is declining, according to The School Superintendents Association.
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2 leaders you should’ve already followed on social media

Micah Ward -
Social media should be used to contribute to the superintendency, not simply provide updates, says one leader.
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How to find good teachers in tough hiring times

Micah Ward -
Though jobs may remain unfilled year-round, leaders cannot lower their standards, says Principal Nicole Bottomley.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Residency requirements: The new strategy improving superintendent hiring

Micah Ward -
Lawmakers hope removing residency requirements for superintendents will motivate leaders from neighboring areas to apply if they don't have to move.
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How to operationalize empathy in a rural district

Matt Zalaznick -
Superintendent Karen Haberberger incorporates her yoga practice, concepts of brave leadhership and background in special education to steer staff and student success.
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Districts are filling top spots at a rapid pace

Matt Zalaznick -
Gwinnett County Public Schools in Georgia picked Alexandra Estrella, who leads Connecticut's Norwalk Public Schools, as its next superintendent. A Missouri district picks its first-ever female leader.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

This superintendent has advice for staying focused on the mission

Micah Ward -
When internal tensions and politics compete for superintendents' time, leaders must stay rooted in their systems, Superintendent Dr. Anthony Dixon says.
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Why psychological safety is a contact sport in K12 leadership

Randy Mahlerwein and Dana Godek -
Psychological safety does not replace competence, strategy or accountability. It enhances them and allows leaders to show up fully.
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Here are a dozen of the nation’s top principals

Micah Ward -
The National Association of Secondary School Principals unveiled the finalists for its National Middle Level and High School Principals of the Year and Assistant Principals of the Year awards.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

How Superintendent Pamela Nathan rallies her district around innovation

Matt Zalaznick -
Superintendent Pamela Nathan models her New Jersey district after organizations that are driven to innovate by evolving markets and other forces.
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School safety: 10 questions you should ask first

Micah Ward -
Safety anxiety peaks when students enter middle school, with many of them feeling unsafe on the school bus. What can be done to curb their fears?
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This superintendent is on track to open 12 schools by 2030

Micah Ward -
Lamar Consolidated ISD has already opened 15 since AASA National Superintendent of the Year Dr. Roosevelt Nivens took the job in 2021. What's fueling the district's growth?
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Why this superintendent is driven by ‘Trust Accelerators’

Matt Zalaznick -
Getting students, staff and stakeholders engaged in school culture relies on aligning everyone's vision around continuous improvement.
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Here’s one edtech idea for making PD more popular

Micah Ward -
Texas' Richardson ISD tailors professional learning to cohorts of teachers, many of whom grow into leadership roles.
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A look at the big bonds districts hope voters will approve

Micah Ward -
Infrastructure, technology and maintenance upgrades make up the bulk of bond proposals in districts nationwide, new research suggests.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

The secret to this district’s success is its strategic plan

Micah Ward -
A well-written strategic plan keeps leadership from being districted by new initiatives, says Tuscaloosa City Schools Superintendent Mike Daria.
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Texas makes school choice history. What’s been the response?

Micah Ward -
Some private schools are choosing not to participate in program's first year over fears of its impact on the public sector.
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This Texas leader is the nation’s Superintendent of the Year

Micah Ward -
Roosevelt Nivens leads one of the state's fastest-growing districts, adding nearly 2,000 students each year.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Absenteeism: How schools are competing for students’ time

Micah Ward -
Leaders are turning to dance parties, TikTok trends and monthly competitions to get students back in the classroom.
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How today’s superintendents are building engines of community

Matt Zalaznick -
Leaders are pushing back against rhetoric, building sidewalks, ensuring education is still venerated and making teachers feel valued.
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Report: Students aren’t deterred by cellphone bans

Micah Ward -
Parents don't think the new rules have much impact, either. Still, educators overwhelmingly approve of them, according to media headlines.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

One superintendent shares ideas for how to talk to kids

Matt Zalaznick -
Superintendent Erika Bare believes educators can improve achievement, behavior and other components of student success through conversation.
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Here is why two big districts may face school closures

Micah Ward -
Leaders in Broward County and the School District of Philadelphia say they must cut spending as enrollment declines.
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Why good ideas fail. How leaders can make them last

Dr. Kathy Pierandozzi and Dr. Dana Godek -
In complex systems like public education, implementation is not a checklist. It is an organizational capability.
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The Always-On Insight and Networking Platform for Superintendents and Their Teams

AI-driven insights, peer-to-peer collaboration and more built exclusively for K-12 Superintendents and their leaders.

Spotting Online Cries for Help: Early Intervention Strategies That Keep Students Safe

91心頭 Staff -
Date & Time: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 11 a.m. ET

In this webinar, hear evidence-informed frameworks for recognizing and interpreting digital warning signs that 85% of school safety teams miss across online communications, including social media.
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Students nationwide staged walkouts against ICE. Heres how it went

Micah Ward -
Districts varied in their approach to supporting student activism. Here's some advice on how to handle future demonstrations.
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