Achieve More with Less
A Critical Moment for Public Education
Public schools are under pressure from all sides. Enrollment is shrinking. Teacher shortages are growing. And confidence in K-12 education has dropped to its lowest point in decades. Across the country, district leadership teams are being asked to lead through uncertainty, deliver results for students, and sustain community confidence in the value of public education — often under intense scrutiny and with fewer resources than before. Superintendents now face an unfortunate but necessary question: “How can we achieve more with less?”
Achieve More, Together
The District Leadership Forum is a nationwide network of district leaders, researchers, and education experts committed to helping superintendents and their teams get further, faster, together. With funding cuts, legislative restrictions, and public concerns all on the rise, we are launching a new program to engage as many districts as possible in work to build the foundations for success: the Achieve More Cohort.
Our goal for the Achieve More Cohort is simple: to strengthen district leadership teams with the tools, strategies, and peer support they need to make tangible improvements they can stand behind with their board and community. We want to strengthen confidence in public education by demonstrating that today’s schools are ready to achieve more, together.
Where Our Districts Are Making Progress
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Getting Kids Back in the Classroom
Johnson Middle School’s chronic absenteeism rate has declined by more than half since the start of the 2023-2024 school year.
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Restoring Teacher Retention
Ogden School District significantly improved their 20% annual employee turnover and entered the school year fully staffed.
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Making Progress on Strategic Initiatives
Bethlehem Area School District applied a consistent, strategic framework to tackle its biggest priorities and challenges, including absenteeism, learning loss, and literacy.
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Closing Early Literacy Gaps
Republic School District launched a science-aligned reading program that led to a 15-point gain in rhyme recognition—and is now expanding the approach to first grade and beyond.
Achieving More with Less Starts at the Top
When this superintendent stepped into the role in 2020, he faced steep challenges and no time to waste. Through the District Leadership forum, he found the tools, guidance, and leadership support he needed—not just for himself, but for his entire team.
In this short video, he shares how the partnership helped him:
- Launch high-impact principal PLCs with research-backed resources
- Strengthen leadership at every level—from APs to cabinet
- Replace costly, time-consuming PD with focused, actionable insights
- Build the confidence and connections to lead through uncertainty
Support, Strategy, and Connection—In One Place
Whether you need a thought partner, a playbook, or a push – the Achieve More Cohort delivers the tools, support, and connections to help you make real progress.
- Expert guidance aligned to your strategy priorities
- Planning and implementation toolkits built for district teams
- 1:1 support and coaching from EAB researchers and advisors
- Access to proven strategies from peer districts across the country
- On-demand help navigating board, staff, and community pressure
- Participation in virtual and in-person cohort events
- Tailored support tracks focused on high-impact areas like absenteeism, early literacy, and staff retention
Every superintendent is under pressure to deliver results—with less time, fewer resources, and rising expectations. Hear from four superintendents about how partnering with EAB’s District Leadership Forum is helping them make progress in their districts.
The People Behind the Partnership
Every district in the Achieve More Cohort is matched with a dedicated advisor—and supported by a deep bench of K–12 experts. From strategic planning to literacy strategy, these are the people working alongside your team to turn ambition into progress.
Ready to Achieve More with Less?
Join a growing network of superintendents who are finding support, strategy, and momentum through the Achieve More Cohort. We'll follow up with more info and help you explore whether it's the right fit for your district.