by Chandra Williams | May 17, 2021 | Back to School and Classroom Management, Instructional Strategies, School Improvement, School Leaders, School Reopening, Teacher Professional Development
Last spring, COVID-related school closures impacted about 90% of students worldwide. Now, school leaders face the challenges of learning loss recovery after COVID-19 and helping students transition into the post-pandemic school environment. We offer four key... 
by Chandra Williams | Apr 5, 2021 | Back to School and Classroom Management, Culturally Responsive Teaching, Equity and Excellence, Instructional Strategies, School Improvement, School Leaders, School Reopening
The COVID-19 pandemic forced school leaders to question our habits and assumptions related to educational best practices. Challenges that never seemed urgent before suddenly became critical: How do we serve all students equitably through virtual-only instruction? How... 
by Chandra Williams | Mar 24, 2021 | Back to School and Classroom Management, School Improvement, School Leaders, School Reopening
Something we’ve learned from the COVID-19 crisis is that collaboration across every level of school leadership is essential for supporting students. A recent case study from Learning Policy Institute shares just one story of many about a school district that provided... 
by Chandra Williams | May 11, 2018 | Instructional Strategies, School Improvement, Students At Risk
To achieve the best possible outcomes for all students, a range of steps can be taken to improve their chances. These steps often begin with the appointment of an effective school principal. Few schools are able to show significant improvement without first... 
by Chandra Williams | Jan 12, 2018 | School Improvement, Students At Risk
Those familiar with schools and staff know that Principals have a limited amount of time each day, so it’s imperative that they are laser-focused on reading instruction and breaking down the barriers that may impact student achievement. The number one priority, and...
