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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 2d

Courtney Schonffeldt reflects on what military-connected students teach us about adaptability, belonging, and the unspoken lessons that shape every school community.

Read more: https://www.aasa.org/resources/aasa-blog/the-hidden-curriculum-of-resilience

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The Hidden Curriculum of Resilience: What Military Kids Teach Us About Adaptability

The unspoken lessons students absorb at school: how to line up, how to negotiate friendships, how to navigate authority.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 4d

Charlottesville City Schools Superintendent Royal Gurley shares how he found authenticity, inspiration, and connection by embracing LinkedIn—and why it’s become his go-to platform for leading online.

Read more: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/how-i-learned-to-love-linkedin

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How I Learned to Love LinkedIn

A superintendent appreciates the social media space to be authentic, even vulnerable, as a leader, and the place to find inspiration and support for hard parts of the job.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 5d

At AASA’s Real Skills for Real Life Summit, more than 150 district leaders, educators, researchers and neuroscientists explored the “new basics for learning.”

Read more: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/districts-help-students-gain-real-172945996.html

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How districts help students gain real-life skills

Incorporating 21st century skills into the school day must be intentional, collaborative and student-driven, speakers told attendees at an AASA summit.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 5d

Most superintendents have their professional association dues covered by their districts — reflecting the value placed on continuous learning and connection.

Explore more insights: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/membership-dues

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Membership dues

The extent to which school boards cover professional association dues.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 8d

AASA’s Executive Director reflects on how superintendents across the country are leading with heart, strategy and innovation to ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive.

Read more: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/every-child-deserves-a-champion

Every Child Deserves a Champion

The advocacy role of leaders as a voice for children during difficult school budget cuts.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 9d

Superintendent Derek Fialkiewicz shares how his journey from assistant principal to leading an “AP for All” district proves that when expectations are high—and support is strong—students thrive.

Read the latest #AASABlog: https://www.aasa.org/resources/aasa-blog/advanced-classes-for-all-students

AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 10d

In Guilford County (NC) and Portland (OR), district leaders have shown how small-group, consistent tutoring can drive powerful growth in literacy and math.

Read more in the latest #AASAMag: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/the-charge-to--expanded--tutoring

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The Charge to Expanded Tutoring

How two school districts used customized tutoring for students with the greatest learning needs.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 13d

Can virtual tutoring help close learning gaps?

New Johns Hopkins research shows that with the right model and implementation, remote tutoring can boost student achievement in reading and math.

Read more: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/the-tailored-support-of-virtual-tutoring

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The Tailored Support of Virtual Tutoring

Recent research at Johns Hopkins University on the effectiveness of remote instruction as personalized support for students.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 15d

Looking to stay ahead in K-12 leadership, policy, and innovation? Don’t miss AASA’s National Conference on Education—named one of the top K-12 conferences to attend in 2026!

Read more: https://www.k12dive.com/news/top-k12-events-2026/761523/

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The top K-12 conferences to attend in 2026

Whether you're looking to brush up on leadership best practices, school policy or the latest ed tech innovations, these events are a great place to start.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 15d

Sal Khan, CEO of Khan Academy, shares how AI can transform learning with tools like Khanmigo while giving teachers more time to focus on students.

Read more in #AASAMag: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/a-conversation-with-sal-khan

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A Conversation with Sal Khan

An informative Q&A with the leader of Khan Academy about the potentials and perils of artificial intelligence.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 16d

With CoSN’s new 2025 Blaschke report, Screens in Balance, a toolkit provides
educators with customizable templates, family take-home materials & guides to navigate screen use conversations in their communities.

👉 https://ow.ly/cUn750X1PBo

#FamilyEngagement #DigitalCitizenship

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 17d

AASA is proud to partner with @lwvus.bsky.social to support student voter engagement and civic learning. Together, we’re empowering the next generation to make their voices heard. 🗳️

➡️ https://www.aasa.org/news-media/news/2025/10/01/lwv-announces-collaboration-with-aasa-to-support-student-voters

LWV Announces Collaboration with AASA to Support Student Voters

AASA partners with The League of Women Voters to educate, equip and empower student voters in 2025 and beyond.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 17d

How are districts rethinking tutoring and instructional support? 📘

October’s #AASAMag dives into new approaches that strengthen learning and professional growth across schools.

Read now: https://www.aasa.org/publications/publication/october-2025-school-administrator

AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 18d

Superintendent Lisa Leali shares what Alanis Morissette taught her about resilience, optimism, and leading with heart.

Read more in #AASAMag: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/everything-i-needed-to-know-about-the-superintendency-i-learned-from-alanis-morissette'

Everything I Needed to Know I Learned From Alanis Morissette

The pop singer’s lyrics still register for the author and her work life almost 30 years later.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 18d

Superintendent Aaron Peña explores how “creative insubordination” — challenging rules with purpose — can help leaders break through bureaucracy to better serve students.

Read more in #AASAMag: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/navigating-bureaucracy-with-creative-insubordination

Navigating Bureaucracy with Creative Insubordination

A superintendent’s bold approach to skirting state rules that stymie student support.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 18d

Rethink summer learning ☀️

We’re partnering with FHI360 & the Wallace Foundation to bring districts expert sessions, planning tools & peer support—at no cost.

Sign up: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YQGJQT6

#SummerLearning #PublicEducation

AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 19d

The federal government faces a possible shutdown this week. What could it mean for schools? Education Week breaks down 5 key questions.

Read more: https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/how-will-a-federal-shutdown-affect-schools-5-big-questions-answered/2025/09

How Will a Federal Shutdown Affect Schools? 5 Big Questions, Answered

School funding could experience yet another setback this year if the federal government closes up shop.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 19d

Murrieta Valley USD celebrates its “legacy employees” — staff who once walked the halls as students and now serve the same community.

Read how this initiative is building pride and connection: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/celebrating-a-district-s-legacy-staff

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Celebrating a District’s Legacy Staff

Creating pride among staff members who once walked the same halls as students.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 19d

When a district’s strategic planning team hit an impasse, AI helped turn hours of debate into a breakthrough moment.

Read how Crescent School District used AI to move forward: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/busting-a-stalemate-in-strategic-planning

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Busting a Stalemate in Strategic Planning

Using artificial intelligence to move forward on a district’s messaging.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 22d

FAFSA doesn’t have to be stressful. Discover five practical ways district leaders can help students get it DONE.

Read more from Bill DeBaun of National College Attainment Network on #AASABlog: https://www.aasa.org/resources/aasa-blog/five-ways-to-turn-fafsa-completion-from-unfun-to-done

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Five Ways to Turn FAFSA Completion From “Unfun” to “DONE”

The FAFSA opens for the class of 2026, and district leaders must focus on strategies to maximize student completion rates.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 22d

Managing change is never easy. With communication, collaboration and a focus on students, districts can turn challenges into opportunities.

Read AASA President David Law’s latest column in #AASAMag: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/lessons-in-managing-necessary-change

Lessons in Managing Necessary Change

AASA’s president shares his own experience with school closures.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 23d

Career & Technical Education is shifting from the U.S. Department of Education to the Department of Labor.

Here’s what schools need to know about the transfer and its impact on students and districts: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/cte-transfers-labor-department-schools-050000909.html

As CTE transfers to Labor Department, here’s what schools need to know

The Trump administration said the interagency agreement will streamline services. Critics say it will add confusion and inefficiencies.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 23d

States like New York are reshaping graduation to focus on real-world skills, career readiness & lifelong learning—not just tests.

Read more: https://www.aasa.org/resources/blog/reshaping-readiness-new-york-and-other-states-are-redefining-high-school-graduation-for-the-modern-workforce

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Reshaping Readiness: How New York and Other States are Redefining High School Graduation for the Modern Workforce

New York's "NY Inspires" plan transforms public education by replacing Regents exam graduation requirements with practical skills and work readiness standards.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 27d

Board evaluations aren’t only about goals. They can highlight the value of interpersonal skills.

Read how one superintendent embraced the challenge in #AASAMag: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/a-board-s-request-for-soft-skills

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A Board’s Request for Soft Skills

A governing body wants evidence of interpersonal skills in its organizational leader.

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AASA, The School Superintendents Association @aasa.org · 29d

Tough conversations call for transparency. In his latest column, AASA Executive Director reflects on how superintendents can lead with honesty, clarity and hope through challenging times.

Read more: https://www.aasa.org/resources/resource/tough-conversations-call-for-transparency

Tough Conversations Call for Transparency

Educators should use clear language when explaining revenue shortalls.

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