As the old saying goes, "Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words." My daughter (an elementary teacher) recently shared this classic graphic from Orton Gillingham. It's an excellent illustration of how a someone with the characteristics of … [Continue reading]
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]
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]
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]