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Field Guide in the Works for ‘Equity-Centered’ Principals
A new field guide in the works could make that clearer for principals and district leaders, with case studies, vignettes, resources, and concrete examples of what “equity-centered” leaders do in different contexts—whether they are working in rural, urban, or suburban districts or in low-poverty or high-poverty schools.
We know principals are important, so why doesn’t anyone want to be one these days?
The pandemic is driving principals out, and preparation programs don’t give them the support they need, writes Elina Alayeva and Leah Hamilton.
Let’s Dump the Obsession With Standardized Testing
Standardized-test scores should not be the only indicator that defines the effectiveness of a school. Schools should be evaluated by using a holistic approach that encompasses all educators are required to do when it comes to servicing students, writes Denita Harris.
Study of 6 ‘Grow Your Own’ Teacher Prep Programs Shows How They Can Improve the Diversity of the Workforce
New research shows that local, “grow your own” alternative teacher preparation programs can help to strengthen the diversity of the teaching workforce, as well as enable districts to address broader staffing challenges.
Newsom nominates three members to the State Board of Education
On Feb. 28, Newsom announced his nominations to the 10-member board; they must be confirmed by the state Senate. They include Gabriela Gonzalez, Brenda Lewis, and Sharon Olken.
Governors Shift Away from COVID-19 in State of the State Addresses to Teacher Pay, Mental Health — & Culture War Issues
The pandemic's most divisive issues got little attention in 2022's State of the State speeches. Governors talked up such post-COVID priorities as increased teacher pay, vocational education, and student and educator mental health.
Pollster: Colleges Must Show Clear Return on Investment
While concerns over the rising cost of tuition is nothing new, a common refrain from parents and students alike is that the cost of a college degree is rising faster than inflation.
Legislators seek to add counselors to California schools
A bill co-sponsored by State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond could put 10,000 new mental health counselors in public schools.
Helping students with higher education jumpstarts success
Rather than waiting for Congress to act, states and localities must seize this moment created by an influx in federal funding from the American Rescue Plan signed by President Biden last March, writes Elena Parent and Steven L. Reed.