https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/superintendents Superintendents en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:05:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/to-compete-with-school-choice-this-superintendent-turned-to-microschools/2026/10 More school districts have started microschools. George Philhower has started a network of them. Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:05:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/to-compete-with-school-choice-this-superintendent-turned-to-microschools/2026/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-two-districts-are-shaping-pre-k-learning/2026/09 Superintendents say a strong strategic vision and high-quality PD are key. Wed, 30 Sep 2026 20:14:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-two-districts-are-shaping-pre-k-learning/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-high-cost-of-turnover-how-superintendent-churn-affects-classrooms/2026/09 New research argues that chronic leadership stability erodes institutional knowledge and disrupts long-term initiatives. Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:58:43 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-high-cost-of-turnover-how-superintendent-churn-affects-classrooms/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-the-superintendency-is-changing-in-5-charts/2026/09 New data shows a trend reversal in superintendent turnover rates. Thu, 17 Sep 2026 20:20:25 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-the-superintendency-is-changing-in-5-charts/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-our-school-leaves-town-every-day-a-story-of-rural-resilience-and-survival/2026/09 For more than a year, this town’s only school has stood empty. The spirit of community endures. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-our-school-leaves-town-every-day-a-story-of-rural-resilience-and-survival/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-when-your-district-goes-through-big-changes-relationships-are-critical/2026/09 A neighboring school closed. His district embraced a reorganization. It was a lesson in leadership. Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-when-your-district-goes-through-big-changes-relationships-are-critical/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/if-district-leaders-support-pre-k-then-why-is-it-not-a-top-priority/2026/09 Superintendents can empower other leaders to nurture and grow their district's pre-K program. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:50:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/if-district-leaders-support-pre-k-then-why-is-it-not-a-top-priority/2026/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/funding-tech-politics-heres-whats-weighing-on-district-leaders-this-year/2026/08 Superintendents worry that funding challenges may overshadow student growth. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:41:54 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/funding-tech-politics-heres-whats-weighing-on-district-leaders-this-year/2026/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-superintendents-top-concerns-changed-fast-in-2026/2026/07 Budgets and enrollment are now top of mind for district leaders, a big change from last year. Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:11:47 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-superintendents-top-concerns-changed-fast-in-2026/2026/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/rising-health-costs-force-school-district-budget-tradeoffs/2026/06 The growing cost of such a large expense in school district budgets requires tradeoffs, a new survey shows. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 20:40:16 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/rising-health-costs-force-school-district-budget-tradeoffs/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-we-are-very-engaged-in-our-work-says-superintendent/2026/06 A district leader adds more context to what it's like working in his profession. Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-we-are-very-engaged-in-our-work-says-superintendent/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/lausd-taps-interim-chief-as-superintendent-3-days-after-carvalhos-resignation/2026/06 Andres Chait has served as a teacher, principal, and regional superintendent in Los Angeles. Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:04:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/lausd-taps-interim-chief-as-superintendent-3-days-after-carvalhos-resignation/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/lessons-learned-about-bold-tech-initiatives-from-the-lausd-chiefs-departure/2026/06 Bold initiatives can cut both ways, says a leadership expert, sparking achievement gains or falling apart. Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:09:53 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/lessons-learned-about-bold-tech-initiatives-from-the-lausd-chiefs-departure/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/carvalho-resigns-as-l-a-unified-superintendent-amid-federal-investigation/2026/06 Alberto Carvalho has been under FBI investigation for four months after a failed AI chatbot venture. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:24:57 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/carvalho-resigns-as-l-a-unified-superintendent-amid-federal-investigation/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/lawmakers-grill-superintendents-on-transgender-student-policies/2026/06 The districts' policies around transgender students were repeatedly questioned. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:52:08 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/lawmakers-grill-superintendents-on-transgender-student-policies/2026/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/superintendents-increasingly-report-economic-pressures-on-their-districts/2026/03 Nevertheless, most superintendents hope to remain in their current roles next year, a new survey finds. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 20:29:56 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/superintendents-increasingly-report-economic-pressures-on-their-districts/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-a-school-district-handled-3-straight-years-of-campus-closures/2026/03 Amid 11 closures, a superintendent shares her advice for leaders in similar situations. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 19:04:19 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-a-school-district-handled-3-straight-years-of-campus-closures/2026/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/cellphones-the-most-formidable-adversary-schools-have-ever-faced/2026/02 The Spokane schools in Washington paired cellphone restrictions with expanded extracurricular activities. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:39:18 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/cellphones-the-most-formidable-adversary-schools-have-ever-faced/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/simulations-aim-to-prepare-superintendents-to-handle-political-controversies/2026/02 The exercises, delivered virtually or in-person, can help district leaders role-play volatile discussions. Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:56:05 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/simulations-aim-to-prepare-superintendents-to-handle-political-controversies/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/texas-leader-named-superintendent-of-the-year/2026/02 The 2026 superintendent of the year has led his district through rapid growth amid a local housing boom. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 14:45:12 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/texas-leader-named-superintendent-of-the-year/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/solving-chronic-absenteeism-isnt-one-size-fits-all-this-leader-says/2026/02 Proactive, sensitive communication with families can make a big difference. Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:56:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/solving-chronic-absenteeism-isnt-one-size-fits-all-this-leader-says/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/when-should-a-school-district-speak-out-on-thorny-issues-one-leaders-approach/2026/02 A superintendent created a matrix for his district to prevent rash decisions. Wed, 11 Feb 2026 20:23:11 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/when-should-a-school-district-speak-out-on-thorny-issues-one-leaders-approach/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/schools-must-prepare-for-jobs-of-the-future-superintendents-say/2026/02 How to set up students for success in local workforces is top of mind among superintendents. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 21:18:26 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/schools-must-prepare-for-jobs-of-the-future-superintendents-say/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/teaching-learning/one-superintendent-on-how-cte-prepares-students-for-tomorrows-jobs/2026/02 A Texas superintendent shares how her district has tackled common problems in growing career and technical education programs. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/teaching-learning/one-superintendent-on-how-cte-prepares-students-for-tomorrows-jobs/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2026/a-superintendents-vision-turned-an-oil-site-into-a-career-launchpad A Houston-area superintendent turned a bankrupt industrial site into a CTE powerhouse and revenue source for her district. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leaders/2026/a-superintendents-vision-turned-an-oil-site-into-a-career-launchpad https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/five-snow-day-announcements-that-broke-the-internet-almost/2026/01 Superintendents rapped, danced, and cheered for the home team's playoff success as they announced snow days. Mon, 26 Jan 2026 17:54:35 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/five-snow-day-announcements-that-broke-the-internet-almost/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-4-superintendents-are-bracing-for-federal-funding-uncertainty-under-trump/2026/01 Superintendent of the Year finalists discussed how they're preparing for potential cuts. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:17:46 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-4-superintendents-are-bracing-for-federal-funding-uncertainty-under-trump/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-this-leader-is-willing-to-risk-losing-his-job-to-support-immigrant-students/2026/01 This small Vermont district defies backlash to support immigrant families. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 22:16:23 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/why-this-leader-is-willing-to-risk-losing-his-job-to-support-immigrant-students/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/zohran-mamdani-picks-manhattan-superintendent-as-nyc-schools-chancellor/2025/12 Kamar Samuels is a veteran educator of the nation's largest school system. Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:09:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/zohran-mamdani-picks-manhattan-superintendent-as-nyc-schools-chancellor/2025/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/4-top-leaders-led-through-change-one-will-be-superintendent-of-the-year/2025/12 They've boosted academic outcomes, piloted teacher apprenticeships, and steered through rapid growth. Tue, 16 Dec 2025 21:38:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/4-top-leaders-led-through-change-one-will-be-superintendent-of-the-year/2025/12