Have you ever hit “send” on an email and immediately felt that uncomfortable feeling in the pit of your stomach as you realized the message should not have gone out as written? Perhaps you blamed someone for something that was not entirely their fault. Or, maybe you just didn’t use the right words to communicate […]
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The role of a Federal Programs Director can be challenging—but it is instrumental in helping schools and students achieve greater success. Here are the top 5 challenges Federal Programs Directors face, with tips for how to navigate each one. CHALLENGE #1: Getting Schools to Turn in Required Documents On Time It’s tough enough to meet
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Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, teacher shortages and leadership turnover have plagued school districts across the U.S. In order to attract and retain quality educators and improve education across the nation, we must start by creating a positive mental health environment for teachers. To address this challenge, Chief Strategy Officer, Kevin Dougherty,
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Click here For the 2024 806 Learning Summit: CONNECTING THE DOTS 806 Technologies is excited to announce our first annual 806 Learning Summit this June 8-10, 2023 at the Omni Frisco Hotel. Our theme this year is “Connecting the Dots”. https://vimeo.com/770906705 “Districts are heading not toward a ‘new normal’ but rather a ‘no normal’ –
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To be a leader in education, you need a strong network. But how do you go about building your network as a Federal Programs Director? As a Federal Programs Director, your network extends far beyond your district. You regularly interact with education leaders at the local, statewide, and national levels, so it makes sense
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806 Technologies announced that Kevin Dougherty is joining the company as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), responsible for advancing the company’s strategy across an expanded market in the education sector. Dougherty brings nearly 4 decades of education experience, helping schools become more innovative through better student learning. Dougherty will work closely with the 806 executive team
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“I can’t tell you how much I love working here – this is the most amazing place to be!” Have you ever heard your staff, teachers, or administrators make a comment like this? Would you like to? If so, your school or district might benefit from professional learning with a focus on building school culture.
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In our last blog post, 10 Tips for New Federal Programs Directors, we shared ideas for how to hit the ground running as a new Federal Programs Director, to ensure compliance from day one. In this post, we’ll look at how to become even better at achieving excellence in your new role. As a Federal
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You’ve had a rewarding career in education, and now you’ve been hired as a Federal Programs Director. Kudos to you! This is an important role that impacts students across your district – and it comes with a lot of responsibility. Federal Programs Directors oversee strategic plans, manage budgets, provide leadership for Federal Programs, and ensure
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Congratulations! You’re retiring from a State and Federal Programs position and preparing to move on to the next phase in your life. If retirement is on the horizon, you may be looking forward to travel, relaxation, or spending more time with your family – but before you close your office door, there are just a
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