An alarming undercurrent to current academic declines is a rising tide of maladaptive behaviors across all student populations. We’ve all seen the statistics. Reading and math scores are down in the latest NAEP numberrs. The average scores for 9-year-old students in 2022 declined five points in reading and seven points in mathematics compared to 2020. […]

Baker & Rafal-Baer: 16 professional programs create a diverse candidate pool and give Long Beach education leaders skills & support needed to succeed. Well-prepared, well-supported school and district leaders can make incredible differences in student success. Schools and districts need capable administrators for both the challenges they face today and what lies ahead tomorrow.  High-quality […]

“She’s delightful.” “She knows academics, but can she handle a budget?” “She’s just her old boss in a skirt.” “I wonder about her personal commitment if she won’t move her own kids here mid-school year.” These are just a sampling of the things said to or about women pursuing leadership positions in education. Gender bias manifests in […]