How can Regie Routman in Residence be used to support the creation of strong school and district leaders?
Regie Routman in Residence has come at an opportune time. Never has there been a more important time to support the growth of strong school and district leaders. With the demands of No Child Left Behind and the shortage of principals, leadership is one of the greatest challenges facing our educational system. The number of principal openings is expected to only grow in coming years. Both urban and rural districts face the greatest challenge as they serve large numbers of students living in high poverty, and the most challenged schools often have the least experienced leaders. Regie Routman in Residence offers a lifeline to both district and campus leaders by offering support that helps principals facilitate their staffs’ professional development, as they deepen their own understanding of literacy and the optimal teaching model. The projects build on the principles and practices that experts such as Fullan, Hargreaves, and Reeves suggest are crucial for building strong programs and faci
