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WestEd Announces New AI-Powered School Improvement Coaching Tool for Principals

WestEd today announced the release of My School Improvement Partner, an AI-powered coaching tool designed to provide principals with guided reflection, evidence-based resources, and structured...
Episode 24 The Interpersonal Skills Principals Need to Lead and Stay

Podcasts

The Interpersonal Skills Principals Need to Lead and Stay

What does it take to lead a school well—and sustain that leadership? In this episode, WestEd's Director of Educational Leadership Ayele Dodoo discusses how interpersonal skills shape effective principal leadership, from building trust and developing talent to practicing self-care and creating systems of support. She shares practical insights for supporting principals to lead, succeed, and stay.

Insights & Impact

Strengthening Math Systems Across Grade Levels: Insights on Instructional Materials, Early Childhood, and High School Pathways 

This Spotlight highlights three WestEd resources that examine what it takes to build math systems that work, from the instructional materials used in middle school classrooms to family engagement in early childhood to new course options for high school students.
Blog banner image, promoting A Q&A about the book "Leading with Urgency: 5 Levers for Effective School Improvement and Lasting Changes" by WestEd's Joseph Sassone, School and District Improvement Senior Facilitator.

Insights & Impact

Leading With Urgency: Q&A With Joseph Sassone 

In this Q&A, Joseph Sassone discusses his new book, Leading With Urgency, and how school leaders can build resilient systems that outlast setbacks.
WestEd 'In Their Words: Partner Stories' graphic titled 'How Two California Principals Are Building Leadership in Their Schools,' featuring headshots of Christine Aroyan, Principal of Glenoaks Elementary School, and Christine Benitez, Principal of Crescenta Valley High School.

In Their Words

How Two California Principals Are Building Leadership in Their Schools 

Two California principals share how strategies for coaching, developing talent, and building stronger teams are helping them shift from carrying the work alone to growing leadership across their schools.

Insights & Impact

Building Accountability Systems That Support Continuous Improvement 

Building accountability systems that support continuous improvement takes more than flexibility. This Spotlight blog highlights three WestEd resources on how to enact efficient systems.

Insights & Impact

Building Early Math Skills in the Classroom and at Home

Early math skills shape achievement for years to come. Learn classroom strategies and family engagement tips from WestEd's early childhood experts.
Banner image for a WestEd.org blog titled, "Can Universal Math Screeners Identify Dyscalculia Risk?" by Sarah Quesen, Senior Director of Assessment, WestEd

Insights & Impact

Can Universal Math Screeners Identify Dyscalculia Risk?

WestEd's Sarah Quesen on dyscalculia and a new screening tool developed and validated with K–3 students
Banner image for WestEd.org blog titled, "How Districts Can Build a More Coherent K–5 Literacy System," a Q&A with WestEd’s Misty Sailors (Research Director, Literacy) and Menya Cole (Research and Program Associate, Literacy).

Insights & Impact

How Districts Can Build a More Coherent K–5 Literacy System | Q&A With WestEd’s Misty Sailors and Menya Cole 

In this Q&A, WestEd's Misty Sailors and Menya Cole explain how Language, Literacy, and Learning connects planning, coaching, and professional learning.