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Working Smarter: Preston Coppels
For Preston Coppels of Loudoun County Public Schools in Ashburn, Virginia, dealing with rapid growth is about planning, planning, planning.
A Lesson in the Need for Change
Brain Research for Education Leaders
Brain research has been finding its way into teaching and the curriculum. Now, it can benefit school leadership with a new field of study called neuroleadership.
Mark Gabehart: The Innovative CIO
Abilene's top technology officer Mark Gabehart shares his ideas on change and innovation.Martha Veale: Taking Tech by the Horns
Frank Rizzo: Conferencing across Coasts
Mike Donlin: Standing up to Cyberbullies
Cyberbullying is a serious challenge for school districts. Much of it goes on outside their networks, and yet it can profoundly impact students’ day-to-day lives. Mike Donlin shares his thoughts on the subject.
Running a Virtual School: Holly Sagues
With the motto '"Any Time, Any Place, Any Path, Any Pace," the Florida Virtual School has become a national model for online education.Taking Wireless to the Max

At the Milwaukee Public Schools, James Davis is building one the nation's first WiMax networks.
Performance Pays
Between implementing a teacher pay-for-performance system and organizing the CIOs of his state, Ed Freeman of Denver Public Schools is a busy man.
Leadership and Management: Who Actually Makes a Difference?
Thinking Ahead
Interview with Darryl LaGace
Darryl LaGace is chief technology officer for the Lemon Grove School District in southern California. He talks about his plans for the district's future. He is also past president of the California Educational Technology Professionals Association (CETPA) and talks about its plans as well.
A CIO Story
Boston Public Schools' Kim Rice is changing the role of technology in her community, one customer at a time.
Saving Time and Money in Michigan
Peter J. Young talks about professional development, parent communication, funding and partnerships.
Am I An Anachronism?
Not too long ago I was participating in a national meeting of K-12 CIOs, listening to a panel discussion on the latest developments in district IT shops. Although the three panelists were justifiably proud of their accomplishments, I was struck by the absence of a common component from almost all of the presentations and ensuing discussions. Yet I could not quite put my finger on what was missing.
Latest News in Digital Learning
Beyond the basics, students will need 21st century competencies to survive and thrive in the future. They will have to know how to think critically, apply knowledge to new situations, analyze information, understand new ideas, communicate effectively, collaborate, solve problems, and make decisions. School districts are looking for ways to help students acquire these new skills while they also address NCLB mandates.
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