Principal turnover is an increasing problem. Every year, about 20% of American schools lose their principal. While this is a national average, the rate is much higher in some states. This article from the Brookings Institute explores the impact these … [Continue reading]
Principals Trusted Most
Posted on November 5, 2019 Written by
A recent survey by the Pew Research Center found that Americans trust K-12 principals more than most other authority figures. Principals are seen as more likely to be caring, to provide fair and accurate information, and to handle resources … [Continue reading]
Skateboarding?!
Posted on October 22, 2019 Written by
Here's an interesting article where researchers report on the surprising link between skateboarding and academic success. Skateboarding makes its Olympic debut next year, and its image is changing with the help of schools and community-based programs … [Continue reading]
Communities of Practice
Posted on October 8, 2019 Written by
Relationships are the currency of effective school leaders. Too often we skip relationship building and go straight into the technical aspects of leadership development. But school leaders play a pivotal role in creating the systems and structures … [Continue reading]