Amy Rovai Gregory: Building Connections, Building Capacity

A Q&A with Amy Rovai Gregory on culturally responsive family engagement

Dr. Paul Coakley: Lessons for School Leaders

Dr. Paul Coakley, the Superintendent of Multnomah ESD, shares his insights on building a personal brand, the importance of leaving a legacy, and much more

Dr. Peter Hannigan: Communicating to Different Generations

Dr. Pete Hannigan, Superintendent of Hawthorn School District 73, and Samantha Cook, Communications Director, discuss generational differences in the workplace, effective communication strategies to engage their community, and the importance of strong school culture.

Dr. Matt Hillmann: On the Same Page

Minnesota’s Dr. Matt Hillmann shares how he maintains a healthy relationship with his district’s teachers union.

Dr. Wendy Birhanzel: Opportunity Against All Odds

Colorado superintendent Dr. Wendy Birhanzel is proving that putting kids first creates opportunities and changes lives.

Dr. Carol Kilver: In the Loop

How Dr. Carol Kilver of Illinois’ Pikeland CUSD 10 uses Cognitive Coaching as a basis for internal communication

Debbie Critchfield: The Power of School Communications

Internal communications is critically important to running a successful school district, and it is also an ongoing challenge for many. Debbie Critchfield, Superintendent of Public Instruction in Idaho, shares her experience in school communications and the ins and outs of internal communications.

Tom Burton: How Superintendents Can Think Differently

Former superintendent Tom Burton shares how leaders can challenge assumptions and think differently to drive change. He discusses the importance of data, dissent, transparency, and authentic relationships in shaping culture.

Dr. Quintin Shepherd's Relentless Compassion

How one Texas superintendent prioritizes people and refuses to give up on kids

Dan Barkel & Jason Loutsch: Avoiding the Fireworks

A Superintendent and Board President discuss how they keep board meetings productive and drama-free.

Dr. Melissa Thompson: How to Onboard Board Members

In an era of contentious board meetings and board elections, Dr. Melissa Thompson, former superintendent of Swallow School District, shows a smart, common-sense approach to helping school boards succeed with onboarding.

Dr. Barbara Mullen is on a trajectory of influence.

This rookie superintendent has already blazed trails with her unique brand of impact and authenticity.

Dr. Mitzi N. Morillo: Five Lessons on Influence

Guest writer Dr. Mitzi N. Morillo gives her take on authenticity and influence.