Learning Forward blog
- Trump Administration releases full FY26 budget
By Learning Forward
Late on Friday, May 30th, the White House followed up on its release of the so-called FY26 “skinny budget” with a more fully fleshed-out version. This new document retains the
- Investing in principals in these areas offers big returns
By Learning Forward
Leading a school has always been immensely challenging but also critically important. Fortunately, we know definitively that a great principal actually makes learning possible for the students and teachers in
- High-quality mentoring for all new teachers is an idea worth celebrating
By Learning Forward
Learning Forward’s newest issue of The Learning Professional magazine happens to publish this week, National Teacher Appreciation Week, as we extend our unending gratitude to the millions of teachers in
- Educators urge swift release of over $2 billion in Title II funding
By Learning Forward
Education leaders are calling on the U.S. Department of Education to immediately release more than $2 billion in Title II funding that school districts across the country are depending on
- How district size matters to the principalship
By Learning Forward
More than 70% of school districts in the U.S. serve fewer than 3,000 students (NCES, 2022), and a recent study found that those districts are less likely than larger districts
- Student achievement gains in Pasco County Schools
By Learning Forward
In Learning Forward’s Leadership Team Institute, celebrating early team wins is not just a feel-good exercise, it’s a catalyst for continued success and team cohesion. In fact, two foundational elements
- Danny Carlson Named Executive Director of the Learning First Alliance
By Learning Forward
Alexandria, Va.–The Learning First Alliance (LFA), an alliance of associations advancing trust, investment, and equity in public education for each and every learner, is pleased to announce the appointment of
- Executive Order on closing the Department of Education
By Learning Forward
On March 20, President Trump signed an Executive Order calling for the closure of the U.S. Education Department and mandating that all federal programs comply with his other policies on
- Learning Forward Statement on Recent Federal Policy Changes
By Learning Forward
As the leading organization for professional learning in the U.S., Learning Forward strongly believes that closing or significantly reducing the U.S. Education Department could disrupt valuable programs that improve teaching
- Professional learning pilot takes off as a model for leadership team effectiveness
By Learning Forward
School leaders shape the direction of their schools and staffs, yet no principal can do it alone. Leaders need a culture of support and collaboration with other leaders and staff
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Learning Forward builds the capacity of its members, clients, partners, and staff to establish and sustain effective professional learning.
