When prospective teachers arrive to the campus of the Atlanta Speech School to initially meet with Executive Director Comer Yates, the conversation often begins with a simple ask: “Tell me about a student who changed your life.” The answers of […]
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Goal-setting has become a cornerstone of professional growth in the education profession. Teachers are encouraged to define clear, measurable objectives. Frameworks such as SMART Goals have been widely adopted to ensure that professional development is specific, achievable, and observable. At […]
Empowering educators is a strategic decision, and research affirms what school leaders know from experience: when teachers are supported, students thrive. At a time when independent schools face increasing demands and complexity, the most effective institutions are those that view […]
Recruiting and retaining qualified faculty and staff remains a top concern for heads of school, according to a recent pulse survey. The onboarding experience for new faculty and staff sets the foundation for a new hire’s first impression of your […]
Independent schools are rethinking faculty growth and evaluation by moving beyond compliance-driven models toward approaches that foster professional learning, trust, and shared accountability. By uncoupling growth from evaluation, schools can establish clear expectations while also cultivating an environment that supports […]
