https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/principal-pd Principal PD en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:24:01 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/plan-professional-development-that-you-would-want-to-attend-heres-how/2026/06 Educators share tips on what makes professional development engaging and effective. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 21:24:01 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/plan-professional-development-that-you-would-want-to-attend-heres-how/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/getting-professional-development-to-stick Join this free virtual event to explore best practices, funding, format, and timing for teacher and principal PD. Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/getting-professional-development-to-stick https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/more-principals-now-lead-preschools-but-are-they-ready-for-it/2026/06 Strong efforts to train principals in early-childhood education are still scattered and scarce. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 18:27:54 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/more-principals-now-lead-preschools-but-are-they-ready-for-it/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/practical-and-paced-how-principals-like-their-pd-served-up/2026/05 Principal PD must reflect the demands and constraints of the job. Fri, 22 May 2026 20:04:22 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/practical-and-paced-how-principals-like-their-pd-served-up/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/a-new-survey-shows-what-a-state-gets-right-and-wrong-for-its-school-leaders/2026/05 The group behind it hopes statewide results help district leaders do their jobs better. Wed, 20 May 2026 21:14:19 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/a-new-survey-shows-what-a-state-gets-right-and-wrong-for-its-school-leaders/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-school-leadership-can-be-painfully-lonely-it-doesnt-have-to/2026/05 Here are three ways I’ve learned to stave off the isolation of being a principal. Tue, 19 May 2026 17:48:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-school-leadership-can-be-painfully-lonely-it-doesnt-have-to/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/lessons-learned-about-effective-professional-development-for-principals/2026/05 The best professional development for principals has a lot in common with the best PD for teachers. Mon, 18 May 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/lessons-learned-about-effective-professional-development-for-principals/2026/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/beyond-the-one-and-done-professional-development-that-sticks Professional development is a mainstay in K-12 schools. Is it what teachers and principals need to grow? Mon, 18 May 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/beyond-the-one-and-done-professional-development-that-sticks https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/principals-need-pd-too-heres-what-they-list-as-top-priorities/2026/02 Teacher retention and improving academic performance often top the list. Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:01:23 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/principals-need-pd-too-heres-what-they-list-as-top-priorities/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-principals-are-coaching-the-next-generation-of-school-leaders/2026/01 Mentors give aspiring school leaders an unvarnished view of the principalship. Wed, 21 Jan 2026 21:11:22 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-principals-are-coaching-the-next-generation-of-school-leaders/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-how-education-leaders-can-build-a-better-space-for-collaborative-learning/2025/11 School improvement often falls flat, and initiatives are easily abandoned. That can be changed. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:09:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-how-education-leaders-can-build-a-better-space-for-collaborative-learning/2025/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/live-online-discussion/a-seat-at-the-table-how-school-leaders-and-teachers-can-learn-from-each-other How can teachers and school leaders engage meaningfully? Join the conversation for strategic insights into this critical relationship. Thu, 23 Oct 2025 18:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/events/live-online-discussion/a-seat-at-the-table-how-school-leaders-and-teachers-can-learn-from-each-other https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-looking-for-a-new-way-to-approach-professional-learning-try-this/2025/10 Instructional leadership collectives build cross-system networks for purposeful, impactful learning. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 17:50:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-looking-for-a-new-way-to-approach-professional-learning-try-this/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-yes-teachers-should-discuss-their-politics-with-each-other-at-work/2025/10 Telling personal stories breaks down barriers and models what can be done in the classroom. Mon, 06 Oct 2025 14:42:05 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-yes-teachers-should-discuss-their-politics-with-each-other-at-work/2025/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-we-asked-100-leaders-for-their-top-challenges-heres-what-we-learned/2025/09 There are 10 major patterns to the problems in their schools. Tue, 09 Sep 2025 12:04:05 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-we-asked-100-leaders-for-their-top-challenges-heres-what-we-learned/2025/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-principals-are-essential-in-connecting-classrooms-to-careers/2025/08 The NASSP launched a course that helps principals integrate relevant skills and career exposure into their existing curriculum. Thu, 21 Aug 2025 18:48:07 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-principals-are-essential-in-connecting-classrooms-to-careers/2025/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/principals-dont-always-understand-special-education-thats-a-problem/2025/08 Principals want more special education training. Here's how one state is offering it. Tue, 05 Aug 2025 20:51:04 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/principals-dont-always-understand-special-education-thats-a-problem/2025/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-how-communities-of-practice-can-drive-school-improvement/2025/07 Professional learning often feels like an event. Here's how to make it impactful and collaborative. Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:31:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-how-communities-of-practice-can-drive-school-improvement/2025/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-want-to-lead-your-school-well-find-the-right-coach/2025/02 When done well, the positive effects can transform not only principals but schools and system. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-want-to-lead-your-school-well-find-the-right-coach/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-principals-need-mentors-too-how-to-find-the-right-one/2025/02 Although my district paired me with an official mentor, it wasn’t until I sought out one of my own that I found the right fit. Tue, 18 Feb 2025 21:26:11 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-principals-need-mentors-too-how-to-find-the-right-one/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/who-trains-the-trainers-in-the-science-of-reading/2024/06 How three districts help their principals learn, practice, and sustain the “science of reading” implementation in their schools. Fri, 14 Jun 2024 21:16:05 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/who-trains-the-trainers-in-the-science-of-reading/2024/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/leading-on-the-science-of-reading-principals-share-what-theyve-learned/2024/05 Three school leaders share insights on how they changed the way reading was taught in their schools. Wed, 29 May 2024 18:38:49 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/leading-on-the-science-of-reading-principals-share-what-theyve-learned/2024/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/principals-have-a-lead-role-in-the-science-of-reading-are-they-ready/2024/05 The push to shifting schools to the science of reading has often neglected the vital role of the principal. Fri, 24 May 2024 19:13:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/principals-have-a-lead-role-in-the-science-of-reading-are-they-ready/2024/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/this-state-created-a-retention-system-for-principals-heres-why-it-worked/2024/02 Missouri has deepened the support it offers to new principals through a partly federally funded, two-year mentoring program. Wed, 21 Feb 2024 22:07:51 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/this-state-created-a-retention-system-for-principals-heres-why-it-worked/2024/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/principals-have-an-increasingly-tough-gig-enter-the-principal-coach/2023/12 Coaches can help principals look after their own well-being and delegate responsibility. Fri, 22 Dec 2023 20:59:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/principals-have-an-increasingly-tough-gig-enter-the-principal-coach/2023/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-i-tried-ai-as-a-virtual-coaching-assistant-heres-what-happened/2023/11 Is using an artificial intelligence note-taking tool appropriate during leadership- coaching sessions? Here's what AI had to say. Tue, 14 Nov 2023 20:52:33 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/technology/opinion-i-tried-ai-as-a-virtual-coaching-assistant-heres-what-happened/2023/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-principals-need-support-thats-where-principal-coaches-come-in/2023/10 There are four important things that a seasoned principal coach knows how to do, writes the Metro Nashville superintendent. Tue, 24 Oct 2023 19:32:36 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-principals-need-support-thats-where-principal-coaches-come-in/2023/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-what-do-educators-want-from-professional-development/2023/10 Traditional PD often overlooks the authenticity and relevancy that teachers need for ongoing professional growth. Wed, 04 Oct 2023 11:03:36 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-what-do-educators-want-from-professional-development/2023/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/a-districts-coaching-program-for-principals-takes-a-holistic-approach-to-address-the-struggle-with-stress/2023/07 A large urban district adopted a coaching program to support school leaders' individual needs and behaviors, not just instructional concerns. Fri, 14 Jul 2023 20:48:11 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/a-districts-coaching-program-for-principals-takes-a-holistic-approach-to-address-the-struggle-with-stress/2023/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-to-support-male-school-leaders-of-color-6-tips-from-a-district-university-partnership/2023/06 Chicago schools and National Louis University are working to increase school leaders who are Black and Latino men. Fri, 23 Jun 2023 16:58:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-to-support-male-school-leaders-of-color-6-tips-from-a-district-university-partnership/2023/06