At a recent CTASPA meeting, a respected director of HR and seasoned principal recommended a book that quickly earned a spot on my must-read list: Building Your Building by Jasmine Kullar and Scott Cunningham. They described it as a practical, honest guide for school leaders who want to build strong, effective teams through targeted hiring […]| Region 13's Blog
Principal turnover in Texas has reached alarming levels, with over 21% of principals leaving their positions in the 2023-2024 school year. This represents a 5% increase over the past decade, highlighting the growing challenges school leaders face. Furthermore, the high rate of attrition raises concerns about leadership stability, student achievement, and school culture, emphasizing the […]| Region 13's Blog
Thomas A. Hendricks Elementary Community Academy is a neighborhood school serving 230 students in Fuller Park on Chicago’s South Side. Before the 2024-25 school year, Hendricks’ relatively small size meant that Principal Anika Murphy generally didn’t have room in her budget to hire an assistant principal. Anika took pride in focusing on the student experience and the support her team gave her, but she recognized that being the sole administrator in the building was spreading her too thi...| Chicago Public Education Fund
Every school deserves strong leadership, but ensuring staff and students have what they need to succeed is difficult to do alone. That is why assistant principals are essential in schools across Chicago. They are the behind-the-scenes strategists, the culture keepers, the connectors, and the champions of students and staff. Danielle Pearse is an assistant principal who exemplifies the value, heart, and hard work of the role.| Chicago Public Education Fund
As school leaders, we are often called upon to step in when there is a problem—a student struggling with behavior, a conflict needing resolution, or a| Region 13's Blog
Schools are highly complex environments, with numerous systems, stakeholders, and components interacting and impacting one another. It's palpable when the| Region 13's Blog
Let's face it: being a school leader is one of the most challenging and dynamic careers out there. Effective leadership is essential for fostering a| Region 13's Blog
The Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) is a comprehensive framework designed to assess and improve teaching practices in schools across Texas.| Region 13's Blog