This Week's Article Round-Up

[Raynise]

Check out these articles from our partners:

• From Vision to Impact: How the EdLeader Promise Network Is Advancing Deeper Learning and AI Strategy...Formed through the integration of two nationally respected leadership communities — EdLeader21 and Learning 2025 — the EdLeader Promise Network brings together district leaders committed to creating learning experiences that are rigorous, human-centered, and future-focused.

• Train Your AI Before It Trains Your Message Artificial intelligence is no longer on the horizon for superintendents. It is here. Many of us are already using AI tools to draft board updates, refine community letters, summarize legislative briefs, shape presentations, and pressure test public messaging.  But there is a more important question beneath the surface: What is your AI anchored to?

• Listening First: Reflections on My First Year Leading Glassboro Public Schools When I stepped into the superintendency in Glassboro on July 1, 2025, I knew I was joining a proud community that cares deeply about its children. What I could not have predicted was how clearly my first year would reinforce one essential leadership truth - leadership begins with listening.

• Listening, Collaborating, Co-Creating Real change happens when leaders partner and make decisions informed by data and research.

• The Politics of Managing Decline Practices drawn from the author’s two g-rounds addressing falling enrollment and school underutilization

• School Portfolio Change Amid Declining Enrollments How two districts used a student-centered strategy  while addressing underused facilities

• Lessons in Managing Necessary Change We usually make the right decision when we focus on providing the best for our students and community.

• Tough Conversations Call for Transparency As you navigate big changes in your community, keep in mind that even when storm clouds bring rain, rain helps grass to grow, flowers to bloom and nature to thrive long after the storm has passed.