Leadership

The Center’s work is based on two premises: that public schools should be measured against the goal of educating all children well, and that current institutions too often fail to achieve this goal. Our research uses evidence from the field and lessons learned from other sectors to understand complicated problems and to design innovative and practical solutions for policymakers, elected officials, parents, educators, and community leaders.

Our work examines the critical role of district and school leaders in implementing education reform strategies, and seeks ways to improve and develop new leadership for American schools. Research focuses on district management but also includes an examination of civic and business partnerships.