Leaders in Action: Out of the Office and Into the Classroom

When school and district leaders step into the classroom, they strengthen the connection between leadership and the real-world challenges that educators and students face every day. This session will explore the value of leadership engagement in the classroom, focusing on how leaders can use these opportunities to stay grounded in current instructional needs, build relationships with students, and model key educational priorities. Hear how the Director of Technology and Innovation at North Kitsap School District is partnering with elementary teachers to deliver engaging lessons rooted in picture books on digital citizenship and responsible tech use. This approach not only enhances student understanding of responsible technology use but also keeps leadership aligned with the authentic challenges faced in today's digital-first learning environments. By actively participating in instruction, leaders can directly observe classroom dynamics, tech integration challenges, and student behavior—leading to more informed, effective decision-making and stronger initiatives.