Ron Dickson knew he needed a terminal degree. In the early 2000s, he was toiling away as an assistant superintendent in a suburban Phoenix school district, but he had higher aspirations--a superintendency. Yet with a family and a demanding job, he wasn't sure how he could swing a doctoral degree. He diligently checked out the traditional Ed.D. and…

Describes the purpose, operation, and achievements of a student scholarship fund established by the Alhambra School District in Phoenix, Arizona, ten years ago. (PKP)

For several years, the merit pay program of Madison School District in Phoenix (Arizona) has rated administrators by a system that includes equitable work objectives, measurable job targets and priorities, and noncompetitive rating scales. The Madison merit plan suggests some steps for other districts wanting to set up similar plans. (JW)

Features 2 of 12 exemplary math and science programs identified by educational groups. Washington School District, Phoenix, Arizona, improved student achievement in science by hands-on laboratory experience and creative staff use. Manchester, Connecticut, elementary students raised mathematics scores thorough an activities-based curriculum with…

Modern school administrators are finding flexible opportunities to pursue doctoral degrees online. Cyber institutions such as Walden University, University of Phoenix and Argosy University--as well as a few traditional universities that have forged into the electronic arena--can accommodate time-strapped educators no matter where they live, as…