FROM NINA'S DESK

When done well, onboarding doesn't just check boxes. It builds momentum, clarity, and community-setting the tone for a year where teachers feel capable, connected, and ready to teach.

Right now, many of you are still scrambling to fill vacancies. You’re not alone—this is the reality for countless school leaders in July. You’re balancing urgency with intention, trying to make smart hires without losing momentum. So what do you do when the clock is ticking?

Right now — in the summer — is the time to plant the seeds of your biggest goals for the next school year. So, let’s start with one.

summer break offers a well-deserved respite, it also presents a valuable opportunity for professional learning and curriculum planning