New York State is changing how school administrators get certified; Here’s how CITE Grads can help your colleagues.
NYSED is phasing out SBL & SDL certification by 2030. CITE alumni: here’s exactly what your colleagues need to know — and why now is the time to act.
Five Years Out: What the Superintendency Taught Me About Leadership, Change, and Being Wrong
Five years after the superintendency, Don reflects on leadership under uncertainty, shared vision, inquiry, and why change from within still matters most.
The Clock is Ticking: Why NY Teachers Should Pursue Administrative Certification Now
NY teachers: the current path to administrative certification is closing soon. Learn how to become a principal before the deadline changes everything.
Supporting Student Connection in Online and Hybrid Programs: How CITE Leads the Way
by Dr. Donald James Online and hybrid learners—often balancing work, family, and community responsibilities—face unique challenges in building meaningful connections. CITE’s partner programs are intentionally designed to counter this isolation. Through research‑driven instructional practices, practitioner‑professor mentorship, and community‑building structures, CITE helps students feel seen, supported, and connected while advancing professionally. These efforts assure an […]
Leading with Purpose
Leading With Purpose: Why the New York Metro Area Needs Servant‑Minded School Leaders—and How CITE Is Building Them By Dr. Donald James After several decades serving as a school leader in the New York metro area, I’ve learned that the most effective administrators aren’t the ones with the loudest voices or the most polished slogans. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Information Session: 2 CITE Administration Program Options (Previously Recorded)
CITE Presents Two Great Paths to Educational Leadership! 🎓 We’ve partnered with Russell Sage College and Saint Joseph’s University, NY to offer flexible, hybrid options for your School Building Leadership (SBL) and School District Leadership (SDL) certifications. Russell Sage College – Hybrid SBL/SDL certification program Saint Joseph’s University – Earn your SBL/SDL and a Master’s […]
