Designing for Flexibility Without Losing Rigor: Lessons from a Statewide Virtual School Model
Written by: Dr. Deirdre DanielsIs your school’s flexibility actually a hidden trap for your students? Flexible learning models are expanding rapidly as school systems respond to demands for access, personalization, and alternative pathways. Virtual, hybrid, and other flexible structures offer powerful opportunities, but they also introduce new challenges around consistency, coherence, and ...
From Potential to Practice: Leadership Supports for New Special Education Teachers
Written by: Dr. Anisha Robinson MendezI still remember the day I was hired to be a special education teacher. The interview was held during the summer, and it felt almost surreal. I sat down, answered a few questions, and before I could fully exhale, I was offered the job on the spot. The principal explained my role and how I would be a co-teacher for third grade. New to the world of education, I ...
Small but Meaningful: A Blueprint for Cultivating School Culture and Retention
Written by: Lauren Milford and Billy KirkThe Philosophy of "Small but Mighty" Changes
A Recipe for Success: How George County School District is Transforming Futures Through Culinary Arts
Written by: Ashton Estis, Danielle Frey, and Jeff MathisThe Heart of the Program: More Than Just Cooking
From Strategy to Stewardship: How George County Innovates School Finance Through Collaborative Leadership
Written by: Natasha HendersonIn today’s educational landscape, effective financial leadership is no longer defined solely by balanced budgets and compliance checklists. Instead, it is measured by how intentionally resources are aligned with instructional priorities, student needs, and long-term district goals. At George County School District, finance and budgeting serve as strategic leadership ...
From Passion to Profession: How GaTAPP Helps Career Changers Become Teachers
Written by: Leigh Ann Putman Ed.D.Many teachers will tell you that they always knew teaching was their life’s calling. They lined up their Barbies and stuffed animals, created pretend class rosters, and taught their hearts out in front of a room full of pretend students who all were fully engaged in the learning. Some teachers, though, come to teaching after decades-long careers in other fields and a ...
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Navigating AI’s Educational Frontier: Critical Imperatives for Transformative Implementation
Written by: Adam GarryThe integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into educational environments represents a pivotal transformation requiring strategic, collaborative approaches that balance technological potential with pedagogical integrity. As AI becomes increasingly accessible across the educational landscape, stakeholders must address foundational challenges to ensure equitable ...
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Fiduciary Liability: Understanding the Risks and Responsibilities - The Fiduciary Duty of Public School Leadership
Written by: John M. DryePublic school board members, superintendents, and financial officers are entrusted with managing public funds, employee benefits, and investments in a way that prioritizes the best interests of students, employees, and taxpayers. This responsibility falls under the broad concept of fiduciary duty, a legal and ethical obligation that demands a high standard of care, ...
Mississippi Children’s Museum’s CS Wonder Program: Transforming Digital Literacy in Schools
Written by: Monique Ealey, Ed.D.The Mississippi Children’s Museum (MCM) takes fun seriously and has a mission to create unparalleled experiences to inspire a lifelong job of learning. Whether that be through our after-school programming or museum initiatives, we enjoy creating hands-on, engaging activities for children.
