2021 Elections Results Set the Stage for 2022
In this off-cycle year, few changes in education leadership were expected ahead of the Nov. 2 vote. However, results in the handful of states that held elections may shed light…
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The Changing Role of School Leaders
Among all in-school factors that impact student learning, teachers carry the most weight — but school leaders are not far behind. Decades of research have proven the positive influence principals can have on student achievement, school climate and teaching quality. New evidence suggests that their…
COVID-19 Series: Professional Learning for Teachers and Leaders
This Policy Outline reviews the topic of educator professional learning in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic and provides both policy considerations and policy examples for state leaders looking to…
Innovative Ways States Communicate in a Time of Crisis
In times of crisis and societal change, effective – and often, creative – communication from state leaders is paramount for stability and safety of local communities… State education leaders across…
School and District Leadership (2019)
This Policy Snapshot – exploring 2019 legislative activities related to school and district leadership – organizes legislation around the career continuum: preparation, certification and licensure; induction, mentoring and professional development;…