Stories
Leading with Hope Through Adversity
When Uvalde CISD began its search for new leadership, Ashley Chohlis felt a deep calling. “I felt compelled to apply for the job and come and do the work necessary to bring back a sense of safety and security in our schools and the community. I want to make sure that Uvalde kids have opportunities and a future.”
Lessons in Leading Change Management in Texas Schools
Socorro ISD represents an exemplary pilot program that embedded blended learning into its literacy framework and growth targets as a district. While the core tenets of change management may be familiar, this case study offers an in-depth look at the experiences of practitioners as they scale best teaching and learning practices.
Warm Heart Worldwide: Celebrating 15 Years of Impact
Warm Heart is a non-profit organization committed to reducing poverty and fostering sustainable community development in Thailand's Phrao region. Over the last 15 years, Warm Heart has tirelessly supported communities in Northern Thailand and beyond.
A Systems-Based Approach to Growing All Students
“It’s Spotlight Friday! Let me hear you.” The students of Brittany Magin’s 4th grade math class erupt into applause and shouts of encouragement to each other.
Lessons from a Leader’s Journey
A turnaround principal returns to one of the poorest neighborhoods in Houston to lift up the community that raised her.
From migrant farmer to future teacher
How a migrant farmworker defied the odds through personal determination and family sacrifice