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.
Student test scores have arrived, and the data is on the table. For many educators, this moment can be filled with a mix of anticipation… Read More »Beyond the Numbers: Meaningful PLC Discussions on Test Performance
In the world of standards based education, effective lesson planning plays a crucial role in fostering student success. Teachers, educators, and instructional designers are constantly… Read More »Building Effective Unit and Lesson Plans Around Student Learning Work
Transitions are an inevitable part of a student’s educational journey, whether it’s moving from elementary school to middle school, middle school to high school, or… Read More »What Does a Successful School Transition Look Like?
Educational challenges evolve faster than ever before. Technology shifts, curriculum updates, and unexpected disruptions like the pandemic have made one thing clear: adaptability isn’t just… Read More »Modeling Adaptive Thinking: A Principal’s Guide to Inspiring Teachers
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
