Welcome to the K12Leaders K12Breakdown, with your hosts Suzy Brooks and Michael Bronder!
We readout and breakdown the top education headlines from across the web every weekday morning so you stay up to date on everything affecting K12 education. Click to read the highlighted stories we discuss and weigh in with your insights. Your perspective matters, and this podcast is all about fostering a vibrant community of K12 leaders.
Today’s featured stories include:
Why is a Grading System Touted as More Accurate, Equitable So Hard to Implement?
The Breakdown K12LeadersThis reporting is based on an original story by Amanda Geduld in The 74 As…
Fight Over School Funding Formula Could Lead to Big Bucks for Schools
The Breakdown K12LeadersOriginally published in Mississippi Today by Bobby Harrison A battle is brewing in the Mississippi…
Missouri lawmakers want voters to decide whether schools can shift to four-day weeks
The Breakdown K12LeadersOriginally reported in The Kansas City Star by Anna Sago and Kacen Bayless Large Missouri…
Added responsibilities, wages are driving teachers out of the profession- a K12Leaders’ Summary
The Breakdown K12LeadersThe teaching profession in the United States has been facing significant challenges in recent years,…
And in other breaking K12 education news…
The Breakdown- Episode Archive:
Redefining Leadership in Education: EVERYONE is a Leader!
At K12Leaders, we champion the belief that everyone in the educational ecosystem is a leader. Leadership isn’t confined to titles or offices—it’s a mindset and…
Exploring the Ocean’s Final Frontier: How Kids Are Building Robots for the Twilight Zone
Real-World Science in Action—And in the Classroom “We know more about the surface of Mars than we do about the depths of our own oceans.”…
🚀Unlocking Innovative Change in Schools: It Starts with THIS. 🚀
Overcome resistance, apathy, or conflict when implementing new initiatives by referencing these books.
Amplify Your Voice with K12Leaders’ New Blogging Feature!
We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new feature on K12Leaders that’s designed to elevate your voice and amplify your impact in the educational community! As…
2025 Bold Predictions in Ed Tech
In 2013, I made a resolution to come up with a range of various “bold” predictions for the world of education and technology. Twelve years…
Growth Mindset Isn’t Just for Safe Spaces: Leadership Through Failure
We can’t expect growth to only happen is safe spaces.
K12Leaders: Tailored Community Solutions for K-12 Education
In the crowded world of community platforms, educators and organizations within the K-12 ecosystem deserve a space purpose-built for their needs. While many platforms promise connection and collaboration, K12Leaders delivers with a unique blend of tools, engagement strategies, and dedicated support to drive meaningful results.
Revolutionize Your School Community Online with K12Leaders
In today’s digital age, the community of a school stretches far beyond its physical limits. Envision a platform that not only amplifies your school’s voice…
“Do The EASY Things Right”
🔍🌟 Scott Galloway said it best: ‘Get the easy stuff right.’ And Craig Vogt breaks it down for us! From showing up on time to practicing kindness, it’s the simple things that enrich our school culture. Let’s focus on these essentials and build a stronger community together. Check out Craig’s full post on #K12Leaders and…
Like It or Not, Choice is Coming…
The debate over school choice doesn’t feel much like a debate anymore, especially with Linda McMahon poised to step in as the next Secretary of…
