Fall 2024

Cover Story

Color Outside the Lines 
Creating New Educational Experiences 

The education a student receives in the classroom is the focus of any teacher, SBO or education professional. See how new approaches are taking the learning out of the classroom and into the real world. 

By Todd Dugan, Ed.D. and Ian Smith

Articles

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence For Practical Benefits

We have heard the good, the bad and the possibilities of Artificial Intelligence. Find out how schools are using it in the business office as a net positive, but also what they are worried about in the future. 

By Anthony Ruelli 


Two Dynamic Perspectives on Evolving Work Environments

This article explores the dramatic shifts in work environments over the past decade, highlighting the transition from traditional office-centric cultures to the hybrid and remote work norms of today. Accelerated by the pandemic, these changes offer increased flexibility but also pose challenges such as maintaining in-person interactions.

By Byron Given and Frank J. Williams, Ed.D.

The Desire for Dual Credit Graduations

Imagine a world where you graduate college before you graduate high school. Well, you don’t have to imagine that world. Discover how students are graduating with an associate’s degree before they even walk the aisle of their high school graduation. 

By Joshua W. Stafford

Balancing Benefits & Risks of Devices in Student Life

Technology is ever changing, as is the way we view the complicated world of a student’s education and mental health. This article discusses how to balance education, social media and screen time that students deal with daily. 

By Amit Thaker

Artificial Intelligence 
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly

When working together as a team, it can be difficult to manage Artificial Intelligence in a way that echoes your voice. Learn how to write collaboratively with ChatGPT while navigating the guidelines for appropriate use of generative AI. 

By John Brucato, Shahryar Khazei, Cindy M. Reilmann, CPA, SFO and Tom Ryan, Ph.D.

Navigating the ESSER Cliff
Insights from Our Districts

As ESSER funds are set to expire, districts must reassess their spending to meet the instructional and emotional needs of students. Find out how three districts are finding ways to plan for the cliff while overcoming challenges and the valuable lessons they learned. 

By Jennifer Porter, Angela Smith, Ed.D. and Ann Williams, Ed.D., SFO