In The 74: Maryann Li on Why Great Schools Need Strong Leadership Pipelines

At Ascend Public Charter Schools, we believe investing in educators is one of the most important ways to strengthen our schools. Today, 81% of Ascend school leaders have been promoted from within, reflecting our commitment to helping talented educators grow into leadership roles.

In a new op-ed for The 74, Ascend CEO Maryann Li makes the case for expanding this approach across New York City schools.

Maryann highlights the importance of hands-on training, ongoing coaching, and meaningful leadership opportunities that prepare educators to become effective principals. By developing future leaders from within our classrooms, schools can build stronger teams, support great teaching, and create better learning experiences for students.

At Ascend, developing great educators and developing great school leaders go hand in hand. It's an investment in our people, our schools, and the students we serve.

Read Maryann's perspective in The 74 on why developing great principals is essential to building great schools HERE