Without a Clear Vision, AI Puts Instructional Coherence at Risk
by Versha Munshi-South CITE Consultant, Former NYC Elementary School Principal AI is already in our schools. The real question is whether it’s being used intentionally, or incidentally. States have invested heavily in high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) because research shows instructional coherence matters. Yet teachers continue to raise concerns about pacing, differentiation, and assessment quality. After […]
What a Leadership Coach Taught Me About Real Leadership
by Brett Roer Senior Director of AI Innovation and Professional Development at CITE Former New York City Bronx Public High School Principal “Get Tight to Get Loose” When I became a new teacher in September 2005 at Automotive High School, the best thing that could have happened to me was being paired with a new […]
My First PPO Was Scheduled for the Day After My Son Was Born
by Brett Roer Senior Director of AI Innovation and Professional Development at CITE Former New York City Bronx Public High School Principal My First PPO Was Scheduled for the Day After My Son Was Born My first PPO as a new principal was scheduled for October 23, 2017. The day before, on Sunday, October 22nd, […]
CITE’s AI Academy for Principals and Community
CITE NYC AI Academy for Principals & Communities Learn more about how CITE’s AI Options can help your school: We are… A new way of thinking like a systems leader. Faster than you ever thought possible. Using AI as a force multiplier to solve real challenges now. We are NOT… Another AI platform, AI tool, […]
Celebrating Community, Commitment, and Purpose: A Look Back at This Year’s CITE Gala ✨
This year’s CITE Gala was more than just an event — it was a celebration of the people who make our mission possible every single day. The evening brought together instructors, professors, mentors, internal staff, partners, and new team members, each of whom contributes in meaningful ways to the educational journeys of the thousands of […]
What School Leaders Are Saying About AI, Equity, and the Future of Learning
Thomas C. Murray in his article, “A Seat at the Table: What School Leaders Are Saying About AI, Equity, and the Future of Learning,” gives us these valuable take-aways on School Leaders and AI: 🏫 Leaders made it clear: they’re not asking whether to engage with AI—they’re asking how to do it well. Here’s what […]
Earn a Certificate in AI for Education
CITE is excited to announce this great opportunity to stand out in the job market and advance your skills to help your school community! You can now earn a micro-credential in Generative AI for Educators: Essential Strategies for K-12 Schools. Take the 90 minute course to learn the basics of AI for Educators, and earn […]
Russell Sage College — SBL/SDL Orientations (Cohort 5 – September 2025)
Welcome to our newest SBL/SDL cohorts at Russell Sage College! 🎉 We are proud to celebrate the incredible educators beginning their journey toward School Building Leader (SBL) and School District Leader (SDL) certification. These programs are more than just credentials—they represent a commitment to equity, leadership, and lasting impact within education. 💡 Stepping into educational […]
