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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: A New York district’s coronavirus response and road forward
Superintendent Shari Camhi says while Baldwin Union Free School District was able to transition to remote learning fairly smoothly, reopening and coping with the economic crisis present challenges.
By Roger Riddell • May 20, 2020 -
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Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons In Leadership: Administrators’ advice for addressing 5 coronavirus challenges
The pandemic left superintendents and principals grappling with e-learning transitions, meal distribution logistics and more. Here's how they're coping.
By Roger Riddell • April 7, 2020 -
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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Innovation fuels North Carolina district’s commitment to helping students find their passions
Rowan-Salisbury School System Superintendent Lynn Moody says teaching students interpersonal skills and encouraging exploration is key to their future success in college and the workforce.
By Roger Riddell • March 24, 2020 -
Chula Vista Elementary School District
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Chula Vista superintendent shares strategy for integrating the arts
The former police officer also discussed the role strong relationships play in all operations, including navigating trauma, safety and increased immigration enforcement in the district located just five miles from the U.S.-Mexico border.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 19, 2020 -
Miami Dade County Public Schools
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Miami-Dade’s Carvalho shares community engagement strategies, iPrep inspiration
In his 11 years running the nation's fourth-largest school district, Alberto Carvalho has sold voters on bonds that include teacher salary raises while also growing strong, district-led choice options.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 22, 2020 -
Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
Lessons in Leadership: 4 perspectives taking top administrators to the next level
Avoiding popularity contests and focusing on culture were among prominent themes in our discussions this year with principals and superintendents.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 17, 2019 -
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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Arizona principal’s model of inquiry inspires movement from lawmakers
At Zaharis Elementary, Principal Michael Oliver sees his school's approach as critical to preparing students to navigate a future of jobs that don't yet exist.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 19, 2019 -
Beth Houf
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Missouri principal Beth Houf shares what it means to ‘lead like a pirate’
Houf stresses that while the job is a serious and important one, finding ways to have fun and "be real" is critical to being a successful leader.
By Roger Riddell • Oct. 22, 2019 -
Denver Public Schools
Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Denver’s Cordova on building leadership pipelines, navigating strikes
The homegrown superintendent also says efforts to turn around struggling schools must consider the socioeconomic realities of student populations.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 17, 2019 -
Column // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: 5 administrators share advice for first-year principals
Building relationships and taking time for self-care are among recommendations for new school leaders.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 20, 2019 -
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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Economic development feeds innovation in Kentucky’s largest independent district
Prior to leading the district for more than six years, Superintendent Nick Brake played a key role in boosting Owensboro's economic growth, attracting more opportunities that required new ed approaches.
By Roger Riddell • July 23, 2019 -
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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: How an alternative school improved behavioral outcomes with a neuroscience approach
The models adopted by administrators at Pennsylvania's Valley Day School focus on building social support and understanding rather than punitive responses for students with behavioral or emotional management needs.
By Roger Riddell • June 18, 2019 -
D.C. Public Schools
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: DC’s Ferebee talks regaining public trust, ‘Zen-like’ approach to leadership
Just over 100 days in, the former Indianapolis Public Schools superintendent appears at ease as he settles in to repair the reputation of a district plagued in recent years by scandal.
By Roger Riddell • May 21, 2019 -
Dallas Independent School District
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Dallas schools chief shares details of performance-based pay initiative’s success
Currently in his second stint leading the district, Michael Hinojosa has successfully tackled a number of tough initiatives to raise the district's profile.
By Roger Riddell • April 23, 2019 -
Joe Sanfelippo
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: How an 850-student district in Wisconsin became a ‘rock star’
During his eight years in charge, Joe Sanfelippo has led the small, rural Fall Creek district to national recognition with a focus on strong organizational culture and social media savvy.
By Roger Riddell • March 19, 2019 -
Jefferson County Public Schools
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Louisville schools chief details blueprint for positive culture, avoiding state takeover
Two decades of rising through the ranks of Kentucky's Jefferson County Public Schools left Martin Pollio best equipped to take on the superintendency last April as the state's department of education considered moving in.
By Roger Riddell • Feb. 19, 2019 -
LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
Lessons in Leadership: 4 school, district administrators reveal their greatest challenges
There's no shortage of hurdles, within school walls and beyond, along the road to success for principals and superintendents.
By Roger Riddell • Jan. 14, 2019 -
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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: How an urban charter works to shatter stereotypes and address trauma
Understanding the impact of poverty and embracing a whole-child approach to increase equity are key to success at Washington, D.C.'s Eagle Academy.
By Roger Riddell • Dec. 19, 2018 -
LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP
Lessons in Leadership: 4 superintendents share the biggest surprises about their roles
Navigating politics and learning to let go of past responsibilities were among the most unexpected aspects of their positions.
By Roger Riddell • Nov. 13, 2018 -
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Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons In Leadership: How a tattooed, skateboarding principal flipped the script in Northern Virginia
Hamish Brewer's unconventional leadership approach is grounded in authenticity and a relentless passion for pushing his students to succeed against all odds.
By Roger Riddell • Sept. 19, 2018 -
Chicago Public Schools
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Chicago’s Jackson chalks recent successes up to data, culture of accountability
But the realities of a segregated city, enrollment declines and budget concerns remain persistent challenges.
By Roger Riddell • Aug. 8, 2018 -
Jonathan Raymond
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons in Leadership: Former Sacramento chief shares thoughts on how to ‘lead the change we want to see’
Reflecting on school turnaround efforts, Jonathan Raymond discusses the initiatives he led and bringing the "whole child" approach to education.
By Linda Jacobson • July 3, 2018 -
New York City Department of Education
Q&A // LESSONS IN LEADERSHIPLessons In Leadership: NYC’s Carranza says context key in guiding school system
The city's new schools chancellor sees developing greater understanding of the metropolitan area and his department's history as critical to navigating the issues — including school segregation.
By Roger Riddell • June 12, 2018
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