March 2025 - Journalistic Learning

Balancing Tech and Boosting Community Engagement in Schools

Amanda Hetrick, superintendent of the Forest Area School District in Tionesta, Pennsylvania, brings a wealth of experience in curriculum design, staff development, and education technology. Her leadership in a rural district spanning 500 square miles offers valuable lessons for educators navigating the complexities of technology, student mental health, and community engagement. In a recent episode […]

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Swapping Standardized Testing with Purpose-Driven Education

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Mike Matsuda, superintendent of the Anaheim Union High School District (AUHSD) in California, has been redefining what it means to prepare students for the future. Since stepping into his role in 2014, Matsuda has been at the forefront of creating career pathways, fostering student agency, and addressing issues like AI integration and mental health with

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How to Meet Students Where They Are

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In Westchester County, New York, Dr. Eric Byrne has dedicated his career to shaping the educational landscape as Superintendent of the Rye City School District. Overseeing a district renowned for its excellence, including three nationally recognized Blue Ribbon elementary schools and a top-ranked high school, Byrne has made it his mission to prepare students not

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What does service leadership look like in education?

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Jay Clark, the superintendent of Corey Rawson Schools in Rawson, Ohio, is a leader deeply committed to fostering relationships and strengthening his rural school district. With a background as a middle school music teacher, curriculum director, middle school principal, and assistant superintendent, Clark brings a wealth of experience to his role. Over his three and

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