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.

Dr. Donald Killingbeck: Building Your Brand with LinkedIn

LinkedIn is an underutilized platform for many school districts. Dr. Donald Killingbeck has used it to advance Hemlock Public School District’s brand and his own. The result? A stronger digital presence that tells the district story and attracts teachers and garners community support.

Dr. Andi Fourlis is knocking down walls in education.

This Arizona superintendent is revolutionizing team teaching and promoting collaboration in Mesa Public Schools.

Dr. Matthew Montgomery: What I've learned from having two school boards at once

Dr. Matthew Montgomery, superintendent of two different districts, gives his best advice for strengthening board relations.

Jeffrey Collier & Coty Kuschinsky: Collective Authorship

Jeffrey Collier and Coty Kuschinsky discuss how Saginaw ISD is using collective authorship to build a stronger brand to better serve their staff and community.