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Why this principal strives to be a ‘great simplifier’

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The key to improving student outcomes is helping educators find a comfortable place to start working toward big goals, says Danny Mendez, Indiana's Principal of the Year. "This is the one profession that helps create all the other professions. It's being a storyteller about our kids—who they are, what they need, what they want to be and what their dreams are."

One superintendent rebukes school board amid a new batch of resignations

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A Massachusetts superintendent lamented a 'difficult work environment' created by the school committee while a New Jersey district fired its leader in the wake of a lawsuit alleging offensive behavior.

How one superintendent balances being an introvert and a great communicator

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"Be open, be honest, be respectful—those are words I hear from students, especially our older students who are trying to find out who they are and what they'd like to be in this world," Superintendent Shaun Carey says.

Uvalde picks new leader as 6 other districts hire superintendents

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The Uvalde school district has picked its new superintendent after a year without a permanent leader, as a large Florida district and a half dozen others also filled vacancies at the top.

How one superintendent strives to keep his rural schools relevant

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Bermudian Springs School District has completed one big project—a new middle school—and several more, including a new curriculum, are underway.

2 departures and 2 suspensions lead to more turnover at the top

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Two of the moves took place in the suburbs of Boston, Massachusetts, where Saugus Public Schools' board on Thursday fired Superintendent Erin McMahon, who has been on paid administrative leave for the past 10 months.

How this principal helped launch the groundbreaking school she now leads

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"There were no traditions or routines yet," Principal Ahna Davis says of Cabot Freshman Academy. "We got to create the school that we wanted. Ten years later, it is still a fantastic school!"

Why principals love these 5 ways their roles are being redefined

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A principal's role in student achievement is immense but some educators may not quite comprehend the full scope of a building leader's influence on outcomes.

How a superintendent’s “Dr. Hannigan’s Shenanigans” videos became a big hit

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Superintendent Peter Hannigan's series of video interviews with students and other activities was "renewed" for a second season after a five-episode run last school year. "Being visible as a superintendent is one of my top priorities," says the Chicago-area district leader.

Several superintendents step down after short stays in their district

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The most high-profile departure was that of Eric Gallien, who was hired in May but reached a separation agreement with the Charleston County School District's board on Friday and resigned immediately.

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