In the News

Dr. Tim Yeomans (PhD '09) and his commitment to leadership development for school and district leaders is highlighted.

Analysis of Washington's teacher shortage completed by a team from the UW Master's in Education Policy program is cited in a report on how the shortage is impacting schools.

Seattle Public Schools and the UW's Experimental Education Unit are working together to continue support for an innovative kindergarten program that mixes children with developmental needs and those developing more typically.

Steve Fink, executive director of the UW Center for Educational Leadership, comments on leadership, school turnarounds and the importance of district support for principals.

Professor Min Sun comments on her study that found the teaching profession is attracting applicants with higher test scores, who report much greater job satisfaction than those entering the classroom 15 years ago — especially in cities.

Professor Ann Ishimaru, 2016 recipient of the University Council for Educational Administration's Jack A. Culbertson Award, discusses her work to improve educational leadership to create equitable educational environments for historically marginalized students and families.

Carrie Brennan, lecturer in early childhood and family studies, offers suggestions on how parents can create a nursery that supports a child's development.

The University of Washington's P-3 Executive Leadership program is noted for engaging principals with other early childhood leaders in deep learning about early childhood development and strategies to better connect what comes before children enter kindergarten and the early grades of elementary school.

Thomas Halverson, director of the master's program in education policy, comments on schools and parent-teacher organizations that auction off prime seats and parking spots for graduation ceremonies to the highest bidders.

Professor Megan Bang and Dawn Hardison-Stevens, program manager, discuss the Native Education Certificate Program at the University of Washington, which supports professional development for educators serving Native youth and communities.