by Heath Morrison | Dec 12, 2023 | Blog, Heath Morrison, Leadership
The concept of alternative licensure for teachers was first introduced as a way to offset declining enrollment in schools across the country. Leaders and policymakers recognized that fewer universities preparing educators combined with a significant number of teachers...
by Heath Morrison | Dec 12, 2023 | Blog, Heath Morrison, Leadership
There is a popular phrase in business marketing and branding – “Your brand is not what you say it is. Your brand is what people say about you.” The philosophy also rings true for schools and public education systems. And, unfortunately, those pushing major education...
by Heath Morrison | Nov 9, 2023 | Blog, Heath Morrison, Leadership
The once “looming” teacher shortage is now here and threatens to become even worse over the next several years. A recent report by USA Today indicated 86% of schools across the country have struggled to fill vacancies and it is predicted that by 2025,...
by Heath Morrison | Oct 13, 2023 | Blog, Heath Morrison, Leadership
Each October, educators across the country acknowledge the work of their school principals, some of the most important leaders in a school district. For those who serve in a district leadership position, identifying strong principals should be one of your highest...
by Heath Morrison | Sep 12, 2023 | Blog, Heath Morrison, Leadership
Every leader stepping into a new organization should have a well-planned and articulated entry plan. Many leaders make the mistake of entering an organization with a pre-determined set of goals, ideas and changes they’d like to immediately begin the process of making....
by Heath Morrison | Aug 16, 2023 | Blog, Heath Morrison, Leadership
I’ve recently agreed to lead Teachers of Tomorrow, the nation’s largest provider of teacher training, test prep and certification. With over three decades of experience in public education as a teacher, a principal and a superintendent, including being named...
