Beyond the Bell: Creating Real-World Learning Experiences That Prepare Students for Life By Andrew Jordan
Education That Extends Past the Classroom As a former entrepreneur turned school principal, I’ve always believed that education should do more than prepare students to pass a test or graduate on time—it should prepare them for life. That preparation doesn’t stop at academic content. It includes the ability to collaborate, solve problems, lead with confidence, […]
Crisis Management in Schools: Lessons in Leadership from the Business World By Andrew Jordan
Crises Test More Than Our Plans—They Test Our Leadership In education, crises come in many forms—weather emergencies, health scares, student safety incidents, staffing shortages, or even budget cuts. When I transitioned from the world of entrepreneurship to school leadership, I quickly realized that many of the crisis management strategies I used as a business owner […]
From Court to Classroom: How Coaching Principles Can Strengthen School Leadership By Andrew Jordan
The Coaching Mindset in Education Throughout my life, sports and education have been intimately linked. As someone who organized a 3-on-3 basketball tournament for 15 years and spent countless hours on both the court and in the classroom, I’ve come to see that many of the skills a great coach uses to guide a team […]
Career-Ready Classrooms: Bridging the Gap Between K–12 Education and the Workforce By Andrew Jordan
Why Career Readiness Matters Now More Than Ever When I first entered education, our focus was primarily on getting students to graduate. And while that remains a core goal, today’s world demands something more. It’s not just about crossing the stage with a diploma—it’s about stepping into the world with skills, confidence, and clarity about […]
From Data to Impact: How Principals Can Use Metrics to Drive Real School Improvement By Andrew Jordan
Why Data Matters in School Leadership In education, we’ve all heard the phrase “data-driven decision-making.” But for many school leaders, that phrase can feel vague or even overwhelming. With so many numbers, reports, and dashboards available, it’s easy to get lost in the data without ever using it to drive meaningful change. Using research based […]
Community Engagement in Schools: Building Partnerships That Make a Difference
By Andrew Jordan As educators, our primary goal is to prepare students for the future. However, achieving this goal goes far beyond the classroom walls. Schools are an integral part of the communities they serve, and it’s crucial that we engage with these communities to ensure that our students have the support, resources, and opportunities […]
Balancing Athletics and Academics: How Schools Can Support Student-Athletes
By Andrew Jordan Student-athletes are some of the most hardworking individuals in our schools. They juggle the demands of rigorous academic coursework, practice schedules, travel for competitions, and the pressure to perform at a high level—both on the field and in the classroom. As an educator, coach, and former event organizer, I have seen firsthand […]