Principal vs. Assistant Principal: Key Differences Explained
Both principals and assistant principals (APs) play central roles in running a school, but they serve different functions and carry different levels of responsibility. Understanding
Both principals and assistant principals (APs) play central roles in running a school, but they serve different functions and carry different levels of responsibility. Understanding
The assistant principal (AP) role is one of the most important steppingstones in education administration. It is the position where most future principals build the
A collaborative school culture is a professional environment where teachers, administrators and staff work together toward common goals, share resources and expertise while collaborating on
In all inclusive learning environments, the concept of a “culture broker” holds significance. Teacher leaders play a pivotal role in shaping these inclusive environments. The
Educational leaders are vital in shaping the culture and success of a school. Graduates of the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) online Education Specialist (EdS)
Teacher leaders play a pivotal role in the education system, extending their impact beyond the classroom to positively influence school and community success. The role
As the leader of a school, a principal’s role extends beyond administrative tasks. Culturally responsive leadership practices play an important role in ensuring the success
Society’s understanding of education constantly evolves. Research and data regularly reveal new insights into topics like student learning, instructional methods, classroom management and more that
The field of education has a unique opportunity to use data to enlighten instructional practice. Principals influence school operations, student outcomes and teacher instruction. Data
Over a decade ago, Illinois undertook a unique, intensive redesign of its principal preparation standards and licensure requirements. Based on a growing body of educational
Teacher leaders are educators who work in the classroom and take part in administrative roles. A successful teacher leader requires one skill set to work
According to a recent Gallup poll, 57% of educators “think digital learning tools are more effective than non-digital tools for personalizing instruction,” and the majority
Data-Driven Decision-Making (DDDM) is an important factor for school administrators. Principals who are data-savvy promote practices that produce a culture of advantageous data use. However,
The right to read sounds simple enough. The First Amendment of the Constitution of the United States protects that right. But unfortunately, the hundreds of
Never has the job of an educator been more scrutinized than now: it seems like everyone has an opinion about what teachers, principals and school

Dr. Tron Young went from the inspired to the inspirer. “I wanted to be an educator because of my fifth-grade teacher, Judy Truitt,” he said.
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