As educational professionals, both school administrators and teachers understand the importance of ending the school year effectively to ensure a smooth transition into the upcoming academic term. With foresight and preparation, you can lay the groundwork for success long before the first bell of the new school year rings. Here’s

In the tumultuous landscape of K-12 schooling, where the needs and dynamics of education are invariably evolving, leaders face a Herculean task in managing change effectively and cohesively. Enter project chartering, a systematic approach that weaves together the threads of leadership vision, actionable missions, and strategic objectives into a tapestry

Effective change management in educational settings is a delicate dance of innovation and stakeholder buy-in. Principals and school leaders who understand the strategic importance of communication have a significant advantage. Their message isn’t just about what they say; it’s about what’s understood, and more importantly, what’s embraced.

Transitioning into the education field can be daunting, particularly for new teachers who are navigating the complexities of K-12 education. This listicle aims to provide indispensable advice catered to elementary school teachers who are starting their professional journeys. Whether you’re a fresh graduate or a career changer, these tips will

Navigating the Tumultuous Waters of Education Reform In the fast-paced, results-driven, and high-stakes world of K-12 education, strategic planning isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a vital lifeline. For educational leaders, particularly principals, the challenge of succeeding in an environment where uncertainty and change are the only constants, necessitates a robust

In an educational environment, maintaining student discipline is a crucial aspect that often determines the success of the students and the institution. Effective discipline helps create a safe and conducive learning atmosphere, improving outcomes for teachers and students alike. However, traditional authoritarian approaches are proving less effective as we better

At this point in the year, many teachers wonder if there is anything they can do to improve student scores.  The answer is simple but takes some explaining – solve the right problem and quit wasting time solving the wrong ones. So, how do we figure out what the “right

I admit that when I was a building administrator, and I thought about the end of the school year I concentrated on planning to avoid casualties. I missed opportunities to be a more effective academic leader in pursuit of survival. I know now that there are number of things academic

A common question that we receive from principals is, “I have my benchmarking test scores, how to I maximize insights from these tests to boost student performance?” When thinking about academic leadership in December (the transition month between the Formative Period and the Calibrating Period of the Learner Year), the

The Formative Period runs from about the third week of school to winter break. In addition to content delivery/learning, the Formative Period emphasizes the development of efficient learning skills and behaviors in every student. Around the first of October, school leaders need to assess classroom status in terms of student

Last week I had a chance to talk with a school principal about his school improvement plan. His leadership team had just read the schools state report and built a strategic plan for raising their score to the goal that have been set for them by the state. The principal

Educational Directions is a consulting company that works with states, school districts, and individual schools to support student growth as learner and student growth as performer. We usually tie that support to test scores, school and district accountability, etc. As a part of our work with states, districts, and schools,