Journal of Scholarship & Practice Articles
Please Note: 91制片鈥檚 Journal of Scholarship and Practice will sunset with the Fall 2026 issue.
For over 20 years, 91制片 has published the academic journal as a refereed, blind-reviewed, quarterly journal focused on research and evidence-based practice in educational leadership. The journal publishes in the areas of academic achievement, instructional leadership, accountability, educational leadership and school district management. The journal has benefitted 91制片 members and educators by publishing articles that advance educational administration. Over its lifetime, 208 publications have been published. Since 2015, Dr. Ken Mitchell has donated his time and talent as editor of the Journal, ably supported by Barbara Dean. 91制片 is deeply indebted to this dynamic pair of educators for creating the successful Journal four times per year for over ten years. Archive copies of 91制片鈥檚 Journal of Scholarship and Practice can be found at aasa.org/jsp.
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January 26, 2026
Are We Burned Out? A Multi-Year Statewide Study of P-12 SuperintendentsType:Article Topics: Staffing, HR & Talent DevelopmentThis study examines an emerging theme of burnout among superintendents across the nation. -
October 01, 2025
Lau Plans and Rural ML-EL Education: Self-Assessment as a Tool to Support Educational EquityType:Article Topics: Access & Opportunity, Rural CommunitiesBy translating their research findings into actionable steps, the authors suggest practical ways to bridge the gap between research and leadership. -
October 01, 2025
Do Principals of Color Earn Less? An Examination of the Racial Pay Gap Among a First-time School Principal CohortType:Article Topics: Access & Opportunity, Staffing, HR & Talent DevelopmentThis study examines whether a relationship exists between principals鈥� racial background and pay after accounting for relevant covariates. -
April 10, 2025
Why Go to College? School Counselor Perceptions of the Benefits of College AttendanceType:Article Topics: College- Career- and Life-Readiness, Leadership DevelopmentIn this article, the authors examine school counselors鈥� perceptions of college benefits, revealing a focus on individual outcomes like career preparation, financial gains, knowledge expansion, and personal growth. -
April 10, 2025
鈥淟ow Trust鈥� and 鈥淗igh Trust鈥� Accountability in England and U.S.: Part of the Problem or Part of the Solution?Type:Article Topics: Access & Opportunity, Advocacy & Policy, Curriculum & Assessment, Leadership DevelopmentThis article highlights international collaboration on trust-based accountability systems, drawing insights from high-performing U.K. schools to strengthen instructional culture and equity in education. -
April 10, 2025
Leadership, Culture, and Continuous Improvement: Advocacy in Times of Research OppositionType:Article Topics: Leadership Development, School Climate & CultureIn this editorial article, Ken Mitchell emphasizes the critical role of research and advocacy in school leadership, urging superintendents to defend evidence-based practices and leadership strategies to drive lasting educational improvements. -
April 10, 2025
Re-envisioning School: Lessons on School Reform from Montessori District SchoolsType:Article Topics: District & School Operations, Leadership DevelopmentIn this article, the authors argue that decision-making at the school district level is shaped by both external and internal factors, with well-managed districts serving as key drivers of instructional change. -
April 10, 2025
Closing the Gaps with Leadership and Vision: A Case Study of Continuous ImprovementType:Article Topics: Board Relations, Community & Family EngagementIn this article, the authors emphasize that while the need to improve school outcomes is widely recognized, the process of creating and sustaining meaningful change remains a persistent challenge for schools and organizations alike. -
April 10, 2025
Community Engagement Using Future Search: A Systematic Evaluation of The Wisconsin ExperienceType:Article Topics: Board Relations, Community & Family EngagementIn this article, the authors highlight how community engagement remains essential yet increasingly difficult amid rising tensions over school policies and contentious board meetings. -
April 10, 2025
School Principal Cultural Proficiency and Transformational LeadershipType:Article Topics: Leadership Development, Staffing, HR & Talent DevelopmentIn this article, the authors highlight how a collaborative approach to master scheduling can help districts increase teacher planning time while balancing local needs, stakeholder input, and systemic constraints.