NCE Social Media Lounge
As I pack for the upcoming AASA #NCE19 conference in L.A., I take a few minutes to look over the program online. I come across an important reminder to check in at the AASA Social Media lounge. I love it there! I meet folks whose posts I follow, learn tips on how to market my district better, and just enjoy talking with others who strive to use social media for the benefit of their district. I hope to see you there!
AASA/JASON Partnership Sees Rise of Next Gen STEM Heroes
STEM is equity. The key message delivered to over 15 Superintendents, guest Board members, and AASA staff today at the STEM Consortium meeting was loud and clear: the AASA STEM Consortium and its strategic partner JASON Learning, believe in STEM for all. Consortium districts echoed that sentiment with four presentations that highlighted the student-centered approach to STEM culture building, from small and rural schools to urban centers across America.
AASA Governing Board Sets Marching Orders for ’19 Priorities on Capitol Hill
The AASA Governing Board, meeting in Los Angeles on Wednesday, adopted its federal legislative priorities for the coming year and approved the candidacies of two veteran superintendents as candidates for the AASA presidency. About 90 members of the body, organized in seven geographic regions, participated in the daylong meeting at the J.W. Marriott. They also […]
VIDEO: AASA President on Association Mission (1:08)
AASA President Chris Gaines describes how the association is creating a family feeling in its care and support of members.
A Day with the Governing Board
When I was asked to serve on the Governing Board, I gladly accepted; but, quite honestly, I really had no idea what it would entail. I quickly learned it is a unique opportunity to interact with colleagues from across the nation to provide leadership to AASA through policy, legislative platforms and programming.
VIDEO: AASA President’s Message at NCE (0:53)
Chris Gaines previews what his presidential speech will cover in front of AASA members at the conference’s 1st General Session.
Pre-Conference Workshop Defines Skillsets Required of Future High School Graduates
Superintendents learned about preparing students for a new economy at a pre-conference workshop at the AASA National Conference on Education on Wednesday.
VIDEO: AASA President on the Governing Board (1:16)
The Governing Board is tackling significant matters during its meeting at the AASA conference in Los Angeles, according to President Chris Gaines.
Self-Understanding Stressed at Pre-Conference Program on Advanced Leadership for Women
If you had to pick one value that you hold most dear, what would it be? Courage? Reputation? Loyalty? Love? Do your values in your professional role and your private love reflect the same choices?
Forward-Focused Schools Promote Problem Solving, Daggett Emphasizes in Pre-Conference Workshop
School districts that are improving the fastest are demonstrating that successful schools have stopped making changes based on the past.