Profiles
An insightful look into the lives and work of individuals who are shaping the local educational landscape.
Celebrating Excellence
Introducing the finalists for the first-ever SchoolCEO Excellence in School Marketing Award
Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora: The Enterprise Super
How this Texas superintendent is leading her district to new heights with against-all-odds tenacity and an enterprising spirit.
Dr. Wendy Birhanzel: Opportunity Against All Odds
Colorado superintendent Dr. Wendy Birhanzel is proving that putting kids first creates opportunities and changes lives.
Dr. Barbara Mullen: Trajectory of Influence
This rookie superintendent has already blazed trails with her unique brand of impact and authenticity.
Christy Perry: Fierce and Fearless
Discover how Superintendent Christy Perry is working to create opportunities in Oregon's Salem-Keizer School District
Dr. Lupita Hightower: No Exceptions
Always leading with hope first, Dr. Lupita Hightower is fostering a community of future-forward learners.
Dr: Baron Davis: King's Gambit
In South Carolina, Dr. Baron R. Davis is innovating through the unpredictable and bringing teachers of color to the classroom.
Dr. Deborah Gist: Radical Collaboration
How Dr. Deborah Gist is empowering families to rebuild the high school experience.
Dr. Michael Hinojosa: Deep Roots
How the superintendent of Dallas ISD is leading one of the nation's largest districts through the impossible
Dr. Steve Webb: Building Community Trust
How Vancouver Public Schools earned long-term community confidence—and leveraged it to win big with their bond
Francisco Escobedo: Conductor of Dreams
Superintendent Francisco Escobedo is changing the lives of students through community, collaboration, and the arts.
Southern Hospitality
How Dr. Thomas Taylor is cultivating a culture of customer service at his Maryland district
A Community Can
How Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat is working for—and with—the people of Peoria, Illinois.
From Scout to Super
In the Scouts, Dr. Hank Thiele learned to solve problems on the fly—and he hopes to instill the same skill in his students.
Dr. Dianne Kelly: Not the Same Old Story
Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly is reforming outdated education models to help struggling students find their footing.
Dr. Joe Gothard: A Place to Call Home
In St. Paul, Minnesota, Dr. Joe Gothard is curbing enrollment declines by valuing his students' unique experiences.
Dr. Quintin Shepherd's Relentless Compassion
How one Texas superintendent prioritizes people and refuses to give up on kids
Dr. Andi Fourlis: Knocking Down Walls
This Arizona superintendent is revolutionizing team teaching and promoting collaboration in Mesa Public Schools.
Dr. Avis Williams: Beyond the Bridge
Dr. Avis Williams' legacy of leadership in Selma City Schools
Dr. Robert Hunt: Leaning Into Healing
With a deep personal and professional knowledge of crisis, Dr. Bob Hunt is ready to lead his new district through the pandemic and beyond.
Dr. David Vroonland: Turning on a Dime
How Dr. David Vroonland is building a culture of ownership that spurs innovation in Mesquite ISD.
Dr. Mark Bedell: Safe Havens
At Kansas City Public Schools, Dr. Mark Bedell is building safety, belonging, and equity.
Dr. Tiffany Anderson: Sneakers to the Ground
Superintendent Dr. Tiffany Anderson is leading a new legacy of learning in Topeka and beyond
Dr. Susan Enfield: Heart Work
Dr. Susan Enfield is leading the fight for discipline reform and equity in a diverse district.
Dr. Carol Kelley: A Space for All Learners
How Dr. Carol Kelley is building equity in a diverse K-8 district
Profiles
An insightful look into the lives and work of individuals who are shaping the local educational landscape.
Southern Hospitality
How Dr. Thomas Taylor is cultivating a culture of customer service at his Maryland district
A Community Can
How Dr. Sharon Desmoulin-Kherat is working for—and with—the people of Peoria, Illinois.
From Scout to Super
In the Scouts, Dr. Hank Thiele learned to solve problems on the fly—and he hopes to instill the same skill in his students.
Celebrating Excellence
Introducing the finalists for the first-ever SchoolCEO Excellence in School Marketing Award
Dr. Dianne Kelly: Not the Same Old Story
Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly is reforming outdated education models to help struggling students find their footing.
Dr. Martha Salazar-Zamora: The Enterprise Super
How this Texas superintendent is leading her district to new heights with against-all-odds tenacity and an enterprising spirit.
Dr. Joe Gothard: A Place to Call Home
In St. Paul, Minnesota, Dr. Joe Gothard is curbing enrollment declines by valuing his students' unique experiences.
Dr. Wendy Birhanzel: Opportunity Against All Odds
Colorado superintendent Dr. Wendy Birhanzel is proving that putting kids first creates opportunities and changes lives.
Dr. Quintin Shepherd's Relentless Compassion
How one Texas superintendent prioritizes people and refuses to give up on kids
Dr. Barbara Mullen: Trajectory of Influence
This rookie superintendent has already blazed trails with her unique brand of impact and authenticity.
Dr. Andi Fourlis: Knocking Down Walls
This Arizona superintendent is revolutionizing team teaching and promoting collaboration in Mesa Public Schools.
Christy Perry: Fierce and Fearless
Discover how Superintendent Christy Perry is working to create opportunities in Oregon's Salem-Keizer School District
Dr. Avis Williams: Beyond the Bridge
Dr. Avis Williams' legacy of leadership in Selma City Schools
Dr. Lupita Hightower: No Exceptions
Always leading with hope first, Dr. Lupita Hightower is fostering a community of future-forward learners.
Dr. Robert Hunt: Leaning Into Healing
With a deep personal and professional knowledge of crisis, Dr. Bob Hunt is ready to lead his new district through the pandemic and beyond.
Dr: Baron Davis: King's Gambit
In South Carolina, Dr. Baron R. Davis is innovating through the unpredictable and bringing teachers of color to the classroom.
Dr. David Vroonland: Turning on a Dime
How Dr. David Vroonland is building a culture of ownership that spurs innovation in Mesquite ISD.
Dr. Deborah Gist: Radical Collaboration
How Dr. Deborah Gist is empowering families to rebuild the high school experience.
Dr. Mark Bedell: Safe Havens
At Kansas City Public Schools, Dr. Mark Bedell is building safety, belonging, and equity.
Dr. Michael Hinojosa: Deep Roots
How the superintendent of Dallas ISD is leading one of the nation's largest districts through the impossible
Dr. Tiffany Anderson: Sneakers to the Ground
Superintendent Dr. Tiffany Anderson is leading a new legacy of learning in Topeka and beyond
Dr. Steve Webb: Building Community Trust
How Vancouver Public Schools earned long-term community confidence—and leveraged it to win big with their bond
Dr. Susan Enfield: Heart Work
Dr. Susan Enfield is leading the fight for discipline reform and equity in a diverse district.
Francisco Escobedo: Conductor of Dreams
Superintendent Francisco Escobedo is changing the lives of students through community, collaboration, and the arts.
Dr. Carol Kelley: A Space for All Learners
How Dr. Carol Kelley is building equity in a diverse K-8 district