Who Said It: A School Leader or A Basketball Coach?
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Wayne D'Orio
“One Thing I Wish My Principal Knew is ____________.”
A recent WeAreTeachers survey revealed what teachers wish their bosses knew: 1. Treat us like professionals. This was the top category of comments. Teachers want respect. Marci F.K. put it this way: âKnow that when I ask for help with a behavior, I’ve already used every strategy numerous times and am ready to lose it. I[…]
4 Ways to Build School Equity in America
DOEâs John King, checking on school equity progress in Connecticut, seeks nationwide solutions. By Wayne DâOrio, School Leaders Now senior editor The data is clear: Students attending high poverty and high minority schools are more likely to have inexperienced teachers and inexperienced school leaders. This fact only exacerbates the achievement gaps that already exist between[…]
4 Ways to Build School Equity in America
DOEâs John King, checking on school equity progress in Connecticut, seeks nationwide solutions. By Wayne DâOrio, School Leaders Now senior editor The data is clear: Students attending high poverty and high minority schools are more likely to have inexperienced teachers and inexperienced school leaders. This fact only exacerbates the achievement gaps that already exist between[…]
5 Ways to Improve Your District Report Card
Here are practical tips for creating a district report card that is more helpful and meaningful to parents and the community. By Wayne DâOrio, School Leaders Now senior editor Most state or district report cards are hard to understand and too vague. So found a study from the Data Quality Campaign called âShow Me the Data: State Report Cards Must Answer Questions[…]
5 Best Ways to Tame Special Education Costs, Improve Services
Yes, itâs possible to reduce costs while also boosting your studentsâ learning. Follow these five tips for success in remaking your Special Education Department.
Bipartisan Advice for Betsy DeVos
Past DOE secretaries gather in D.C. to give their opinions to Betsy DeVos on ESSA, federal overreach, and what trend worries them the most. By Wayne DâOrio, School Leaders Now senior editor The word bipartisan always carries power in Washington, D.C., and this is especially true when the White House is switching from one party[…]
How to Strategize Your E-Rate Application
When making an E-rate application, your district should focus on updating wifi and equipment, as well as boosting schools’ internal connections. By Wayne DâOrio, School Leaders Now senior editor During a recent conversation about all things tech with Nathan Mielke, he said something casually that actually sums up the state of technology in education today. âI[…]