The Principal Effect: How Superintendents Can Strengthen Schools by Investing in School Leaders
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Today's superintendents face no shortage of challenges—from improving student achievement and reducing chronic absenteeism to addressing teacher shortages and supporting student well-being. Research suggests that one of the most effective ways to address these challenges is to invest in principals.
Join Linda Darling-Hammond from the Learning Policy Institute, alongside a panel of experienced superintendents bringing real, on-the-ground leadership perspective, to explore findings from . Together, they'll share how superintendent leadership can strengthen principal preparation, professional learning, coaching, and leadership pipelines to build stronger schools and improve student success.
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August 12, 2026 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM (Eastern Daylight Time)
National Principal Supervisor Academy
The National Principal Supervisor Academy is a one-of-a-kind professional learning opportunity for district leaders dedicated to strengthening principal support. Through expert coaching, collaborative peer learning, and proven, research-based strategies, participants build the skills to empower principals and boost student success.