Ken Facin didn’t plan on returning to the frontlines of education. After a fulfilling career as a teacher, principal, and superintendent, he had stepped into retirement. But when his alma mater—Cambridge Central Schools in Cambridge, New York—needed leadership, he returned, this time as interim superintendent. It wasn’t just about filling a role; it was about […]
In a small district northeast of Dallas, Texas, a quiet but unwavering voice in public education continues to speak with clarity and compassion. Dr. Darrell Floyd, superintendent of Blue Ridge Independent School District, brings nearly four decades of experience to one of the most complex and emotionally charged eras in American education. His leadership is
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By all measures, Florence, South Dakota is a small town—with a population hovering around 400 and a single school district serving the entire community. But what’s happening inside Florence School District 14-1 is anything but small, thanks to the visionary leadership of Superintendent Reed Mitchell. A South Dakota Hall of Fame Act of Excellence honoree,
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In a world where public education is often under scrutiny, Dr. Gennaro Piraino stands as a model of visionary leadership. As superintendent of Franklin Regional School District in Murrysville, Pennsylvania—and current president of the Pennsylvania Association of School Administrators—Dr. Piraino has made it his mission to transform learning from a passive experience into a dynamic,
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