Introducing District Administration’s 2026 award winners
Dr. Jeff Horton was recognized as District Administration’s 2026’s Superintendent of the Year and Dr. Carmen Balgobin has been named District Administration’s 2026 Woman of the Year.
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AI and VR: How this leader is navigating both
Communicating a well-thought-out plan is more valuable than restricting AI altogether, says Desert Sands Unified School District Superintendent Kelly May-Vollmar.
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The top 5 areas where superintendents want to grow
Leaders report that state and federal bureaucracies are inhibiting their ability to accomplish their work, new research confirms.
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How AI will create new K12 opportunities in 2026
In 2026, we’ll see everything from increased superintendent vacancies to new, innovative student support strategies.
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How one principal is generating CTE excitement
Getting teachers involved in CTE programming is easy when they’re teaching courses they’re passionate about, says this principal.
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How this superintendent is breaking barriers with fewer resources
New York State’s Superintendent of the Year Jennifer Gaffney is boosting mental health support despite her district’s limited capacity.
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How these 3 states are fighting chronic absenteeism
Nationwide, chronic absenteeism sits at about 23%. These states can serve as models for superintendents tasked with boosting attendance.
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A superintendent who sees himself as the ‘shepherd’ of his flock
La Porte ISD Superintendent Dr. Walter Jackson lives by one leadership philosophy: Put the needs of others first.
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Snapshot: Are superintendents enjoying their jobs?
Superintendents are reporting lower stress levels in 2025. However, they have mixed feelings about their careers.
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We’re past the AI ‘hype,’ and that’s a good thing
AI is best implemented from a place of encouragement. Here how three leaders are getting their teams to embrace the technology.
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