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[ELM#915] State and Federal Governments Provide Support to School Districts
Early in my educational career, I was a member of a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) advocacy organization. Through a grant from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, the organizations mission was to expand STEM education access to non-traditi
[ELM#914] Local Governments Nurture Community Development
As a school leader, I prioritized partnering with our local legislators. Why? Because they establish policy and funding for education. When I assumed my leadership role, one of my first acts was to meet with local delegation members and offer our school a
[ELM#913] Business and Education Partner for Economic Success
Our primary role as educators is to equip our students with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to compete in a global economy. However, we need to partner with our local businesses to understand their needs and how to prepare our students for
[ELM#912] Community Members Weave Support and Engagement into Education
As a classroom teacher, I served as the chairperson for our Spirit Committee. During my tenure, I had the opportunity to plan the 20th-year celebration for our High School. It was an excellent opportunity to partner with our community and recognize the im
[ELM#911] School Boards are the Architects of Policy
The first time I had the privilege to work with our school board members was when I became the Title I Professional Development Supervisor.While my primary duties were to build and enhance the skill set of our Title I teachers, I was also responsible for
[ELM#910] School District Administrators are Guiding the Ship of Educational Excellence
I thought I understood my responsibilities when I assumed my first leadership position as an Assistant Principal. Why? Because I had served in leadership positions while I was in the Army. In addition, I was a highly effective teacher; therefore, I though
[ELM#909] Teachers and Staff are the Architects of Learning
Teachers are the bedrock of preparing our students for the future. As a parent, I valued my childrens teachers and understood their work in educating our students. However, when I became a teacher, I realized I had barely scratched the surface.This disc
[ELM#908] Parents and Guardians are Partners in Education
In the intricate tapestry of education, parents and guardians emerge as indispensable threads, weaving a collaborative and supportive environment for their children. Parents are our students first and primary educators. Therefore, they are one of our ess
[ELM#907] Students are the Heart of Our Education System
At the heart of every thriving education system lies a crucial element that serves as the driving force behind all endeavorsstudents. Beyond mere recipients of knowledge, students are the architects of the future, shaping the character and culture of the
[ELM#906] Key Stakeholders of Public School Districts
Public school districts are complex ecosystems where education, community, and governance intersect. To appreciate the intricate workings of public school districts, its essential to recognize the diverse stakeholders who contribute to their vitality.In