Superintendents
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School & District Management
NYC 69´«Ã½ Chancellor David Banks Plans to Resign Amid Federal Investigation
The hand-picked head of the nation’s largest school district is expected to resign amid a federal corruption investigation.
School & District Management
What Stresses Out Superintendents? It Depends on How Big Their District Is
The tasks taking up superintendents' time and their top sources of stress differ depending on the size of the districts they lead.
School & District Management
Opinion
From One Superintendent to Another: Get Political
Strong relationships with political leaders help create a supportive network for your schools, even amid partisan turbulence.
School & District Management
Q&A
What Should School Administrators Wear to Work? A Superintendent’s Style Tips
Melanie Kay-Wyatt describes her wardrobe as professional, comfortable, and colorful.
School & District Management
Has Superintendent Turnover Gotten Any Better? What New Data Show
See three key findings from an analysis of the 500 largest school districts.
School & District Management
What Most People Get Wrong About the Superintendent's Job
Misperceptions about the top district job do a disservice to aspiring district leaders, a new report argues.
School & District Management
What Do Superintendents Do in the Summer?
In their own words, superintendents describe what keeps them busy while students are on break.
School & District Management
‘Be Vocal Without Being Vicious’: Superintendents on Fighting for More Funding
Two superintendents talk about stepping into the political realm to call for more public school funding.
School & District Management
Q&A
Why This K-12 Leader Was 'Incredulous' When Congress Asked Him to Testify
New York City schools Chancellor David Banks' blunt take on appearing before Congress and leading schools in divisive times.
School & District Management
Superintendents Are Calling Out Politicians More as Budgets Grow Precarious
Superintendents are traditionally hesitant to engage in political debate. That's changing as budget gaps grow.
School & District Management
Quiz
What Do You Know About the Most Influential People in School Districts? Take Our Quiz
Answer 7 questions about the superintendent profession.
School & District Management
From Our Research Center
Here's What Superintendents Think They Should Be Paid
A new survey asks school district leaders whether they're paid fairly.
Budget & Finance
How to Build Voter Support for School Bonds: 5 Tips
A ‘steady drumbeat of communication’ with lots of detailed information go a long way, district leaders say.
Federal
K-12 Leaders Denounce Antisemitism But Reject That It's Rampant in 69´«Ã½
Three school district leaders said they're committed to rooting out antisemitism during a hearing in Congress.