The Leader's Lens

As the school year winds down, many leaders are simply trying to make it to June. But the strongest leaders know something important: next year starts now. Summer is not simply for recovery—it is an opportunity to design next year intentionally, to shape the rhythms, priorities, and leadership practices that will define the year ahead.

Setting goals at the beginning of the year clarifies priorities and gives everyone a sense of direction. But here’s the harder part: How do we make sure our goals don’t just live on paper, but shape real growth? That’s where evaluation—done thoughtfully—comes in.