All Educational Directions senior staff have extensive educational leadership experience or specific area experiences (e.g., data management, curricula development, etc.). All have been involved for multiple years in Educational Directions leadership development, school turnaround, data management, teacher development, audits and reviews, materials/book production, and presentations at school, district, state, regional, and national programs and conferences.
Change is hard—especially in education where teachers have seen countless reforms come and go. As a principal, you know that even the most promising educational… Read More »Leading Change: A Principal’s Checklist for Getting Teachers on Board
The most effective school principals know that leadership isn’t about choosing between purpose and flexibility—it’s about mastering both. In an educational landscape that shifts constantly,… Read More »Leading with Purpose and Flexibility: A Principal’s Checklist
The first weeks of school set the stage for the entire academic year. While most principals focus heavily on pre-school preparations, the real work begins… Read More »Post-Start School Success Checklist: Your Guide to Leading Students to Success
Learning doesn’t have to feel like climbing Mount Everest. When faced with challenging subjects, many students shut down before they even begin. But complex topics… Read More »Breaking Down Complex Topics: How to Simplify Learning for Students
Reading is a gateway to knowledge, creativity, and lifelong learning. For third graders, these fundamental skills take on heightened importance as they transition from “learning… Read More »How to Improve Third Graders’ Reading and Comprehension Skills
Teaching is often described as one of the most rewarding professions, but its challenges cannot be overlooked. Educators are not only tasked with shaping the… Read More »Prioritizing Mental Health Resources for Teachers
Administrative responsibilities are unavoidable in the world of education, but their sheer volume can often feel overwhelming for teachers. Excessive paperwork, data entry, and bureaucratic… Read More »Simplifying School Admin Tasks to Support Teachers
The success of any school rests heavily on the well-being of its teachers. Educators often dedicate long hours and emotional energy to their students, sometimes… Read More »A Principal’s Guide to Promoting Teachers’ Work-Life Balance
Teaching is one of the most demanding yet rewarding professions, shaping the minds and futures of the next generation. However, the reality is that educators… Read More »Fostering Teacher Appreciation in Your School
Teacher burnout is an increasingly prevalent issue that affects schools across the nation. For principals, it’s a challenge that can lead to high turnover, reduced… Read More »7 Strategies to Combat Teacher Burnout
