[Video] Successfully Navigating the Controversy of Book Challenges (2:15)
With the now commonplace controversies over school library books looming in everyone’s minds, this panel discussed ways to best avoid turmoil, while respecting adults’ right to parent their children. This story was produced by Silas Bryant at the 2024 AASA National Conference on Education in San Diego, Calif.
AASA ‘Sisters’ Urged to Build Their Professional Networks in District Leadership and Resist Any Backbiting of Fellow Female Leaders
A room full of female principals and superintendents attending the AASA National Conference on Education woke up bright and early on Saturday to share the unique challenges they face as female school leaders. Attendees of the education session, titled “Attention AASA Sisters! – Build a Bold, Brilliant, and Beautiful Network of Sisters,” were encouraged to […]
[Podcast] Hiring and Sustaining Teachers of Color feat. Tiffany Brunson
Tiffany Brunson, superintendent of Elementary School District 159 in Illinois, reflects on a time when she was the only person of color on a school staff. She talks about addressing issues that often make people uncomfortable. Brunson asks school leaders to think about minority students and their experiences in school. It’s the primary reason that students […]
Day 1
Yesterday I strode over to get my badge and become a bit acquainted with the layout of the space. Everything made sense — from where to get my badge printed to the vendor area and the meeting spaces. Well laid out and with plenty of signs. But, TODAY, was SO much fun. What a great […]
Executive Search Firms and Those Aspiring for the Superintendency Find the Career Expo to be a Meeting Place of Choice at AASA’s Conference
Sara Newell certainly looked like she meant business. The high school principal from Kannapolis, N.C., brought a sharp green blazer and an engaging personality as she patiently waited to speak with job recruiters Friday at AASA’s National Conference on Education’s Career Expo. Newell, who has worked in Kannapolis for all 22 years of her education […]
[Video] Using AI in Schools (1:50)
This session explored several ways in which teachers can use artificial intelligence to enhance the learning environment within the classroom and beyond. This story was produced by Emercyn Randolph at the 2024 AASA National Conference on Education in San Diego Calif.
Association Executives Panel: Our Professional Groups Must Unify to Impact the Essential Educator Pipeline
The Thought Leader session “Leadership for Impact” at AASA’s national conference on Thursday featured those at the helm of several education organizations: David Schuler, executive director, AASA; Richard Culatta, chief executive officer, ASCD/ISTE; Ronn Nozoe, executive director, NASSP; and Earl Franks, executive director, NAESP. The panel, moderated by LaTonya Goffney, superintendent of the Aldine Independent […]
NSOY Honoree Joe Gothard Discovers Personal Connections and Cultural Relevance as Central to Student Success in a Diverse School Community
Joe Gothard stands out in the crowd. Literally. The superintendent of Saint Paul Public Schools in Minnesota, is six feet, six inches tall and bald. He’s hard to miss. But that works to his advantage. Gothard, 52, who was selected as the 2024 National Superintendent of the Year award on Thursday afternoon at AASA’s National […]
[Video] The Politics of the Superintendency: An Emerging Framework (3:08)
This workshop attempted to help superintendents navigate the modern-day political climate, encouraging them and offering solutions to help students feel safe. This story was produced by Silas Bryant at the 2024 AASA National Conference on Education in San Diego, Calif.
[Video] Meet AASA’s Four Finalists for 2024 National Superintendent of the Year (2:34)
The finalists for the 2024 National Superintendent of the Year® discuss what this distinction means to them. The finalists are: The National Superintendent of the Year® will be announced at Thursday, Feb. 15, during AASA’s National Conference on Education, in San Diego, Calif.