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What's the No. 1 Way to Retain Principals?
When it comes to the demands of the job, principals share common concerns.
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Generative AI tools could help schools with operational tasks like budgeting, transportation, data analysis, and even zoning.
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For many students, school is the one place where their needs are consistently met. One teacher explains how he ensures that’s the case.
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With this targeted approach, the National Principal of the Year improved student test scores in reading and math.
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The board of education approved a long list of materials under a new policy that incentivizes districts to pick from the state's list.
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A major Pennsylvania district is looking for PD for principals, while a large Texas school system seeks family and community empowerment services.
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