Superintendent shares tips for long-term success | Turning frustration into growth in leadership | Why learning and development must go hand-in-hand with strategy
Superintendent turnover remains steady, but Jim Nielsen of Orchard View Schools has led his district for a decade by prioritizing communication, community engagement and self-care. Nielsen advises new superintendents to be transparent and visible and to focus on student safety and belonging.
A school leader shares five leadership lessons learned from drawing with children, emphasizing the importance of progress over perfection, managing frustration, adapting to unexpected outcomes, being present and surrounding oneself with passionate people, writes Joshua James, a former teacher in Canada. These insights highlight the value of balance and emotional intelligence in leadership -- benefiting both personal and professional life.
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Several new studies highlight factors that influence teacher retention and recruitment, emphasizing the importance of starting salaries, working conditions and flexible job arrangements. A study by Quentin Brummet of NORC at the University of Chicago found that starting salaries have long-term effects, with teachers in the lowest pay quartile earning significantly less over time, while another study by Sofia Baker of the University of Missouri shows that working conditions for teachers have worsened since the pandemic.
Many school districts have yet to provide professional development on AI, but experts say any guidance is beneficial. During a recent Education Week forum, Dyane Smokorowski of Wichita Public Schools and Mary Catherine Reljac of Fox Chapel Area School District shared strategies for integrating AI training, including identifying teachers' concerns, offering concrete examples of AI use, encouraging hands-on experimentation and involving teachers in policy creation.
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The Indiana General Assembly is considering a range of education bills this session, including measures on youth social media use, literacy endorsement, school funding and teacher compensation. Notable bills include Senate Bill 11, which requires parental consent for those under 16 to use social media, and Senate Bill 213, which sets a minimum teacher salary of $65,000.
Fresno Unified School District is turning public schools into community schools, with 19 schools offering services such as clothing, food and parenting classes. Jackson Elementary's community school coordinator, Emma Chavez, has been instrumental in helping families, but the sustainability of the program is uncertain as state funding may not last beyond five years.
There is no easy answer. Joyous learning is complex—and worth the work. Read more from Lauren Porosoff, author of Teach for Authentic Engagement, in the new issue of EL.
A focus on brain-friendly instruction promotes connection and engagement—and brings a breath of fresh air to learning. Read more from Katie Egan Cunningham and Kristin Rainville, professors of education at Sacred Heart University, in the new issue of EL.
