At Henry Ford Elementary (TX), teachers, staff, parents, and students alike are brought together and inspired by Principal Priscilla Salinas’ leadership.

As a principal, Mr. Nemlich views technology as a way to open doors that may otherwise be closed to kids from a rural environment.

We spoke with Taos Academy founder & Principal Traci O. Filiss about change management, empowering teachers, and inspiring students to be self-motivated.

Principal Tamara Jones-Jackson sees teaching as a relationship: “You’ll never be able to get through to anyone if you don’t have that [first].”

Former Principal & Superintendent Pam Gildersleeve-Hernandez has had a lengthy career of advocating for teachers and using technology to enhance education.

Principal Corey Crochet’s passion for learning has followed him from school yards to construction sites and back again. Read about what keeps him motivated.

In the sixth of our Star School Leader Spotlights, Principal Carol Leveillee shares her tips for supporting collaboration and skill development.

One of our Star School Leader Award recipients, Principal Sarah Hays, advocates community building and technology integration. Learn more in this profile.

Through hard work and leadership, Principal Stroud lives her principles and her passion inspires members of her school community to do the same.

As a principal and a part-time teacher, Principal Tammy Taylor of Wellton Elementary, Arizona keeps a close eye on the needs of her students and teachers.

Principal Gerald encourages students to use technology to create their own path. Learn how she creates a community for both teachers and students to grow.

From teacher to athletic director to administrator: #starschoolleader Principal Rodney Ivey uses every bit of his career to help his community flourish

Teachers and learners, you sent us hundreds of submissions nominating your principal for the Star School Leader Award. So many, in fact, that we couldn’t choose just one. See the twelve recipients here.