Utah School Superintendents Association -

School Safety. Educator-directed hours. Small schools. Let's put 85% of Economic Stabilization Account funds into the hands of local schools and charters. #LocalControl

Kindness has the power to change classrooms, schools, and communities. Let’s choose compassion, empathy, and understanding—today and every day. #WorldKindnessDay #BeKind

The mission of public education is clear - empower students, strengthen communities, and protect democracy. We are proud to stand for all three. #PublicEdPurpose

Parents, we need YOU! Routines at home help students succeed in school. Set a consistent bedtime, prep for school the night before, and encourage your child every morning. #EveryDayCountsUT #FamilySupportMatters

Today we honor and thank all who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Your service protects the freedoms that make education—and opportunity—possible for every child. #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans

The measure of a leader is not the number of people who serve them, but the number of people they serve. In education, leadership means bending one’s work toward the flourishing of children and the empowerment of educators.
– John C. Maxwell

Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! Today we celebrate the amazing occupational therapists who help students develop the skills they need to thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you for helping every learner reach their full potential!
#WorldOTDay

Small acts. Big impact. Today is Make a Difference Day — a reminder that each of us can make a positive difference in our schools, neighborhoods, and communities. How will you make a difference today?
#MakeADifferenceDay #KindnessInAction #CommunityStrong

Great leaders are almost always great simplifiers, who can cut through argument, debate & doubt to offer a solution everyone can understand. In schools, this means grounding innovation in clarity & reminding communities of the simple truth: all children can learn.
– Colin Powell

It’s National School Bus Safety Week! Let’s take a moment to thank our dedicated bus drivers who safely transport students to and from school every day. Remember: Stop for flashing red lights and slow down in school zones.
#SchoolBusSafetyWeek #ThankABusDriver #SafetyFirst

USSA President Dan Linford welcomed the Public Education Interim Committee to the Catalyst Center.

Our chief want in life is somebody who will make us do what we can. This is the service of a friend. With leaders in education, this same principle holds true: they bring out the best in students & colleagues by holding a vision of their potential until it becomes real.
– Ralph Waldo Emerson

It’s National School Lunch Week! We celebrate the school nutrition professionals who keep students fueled and ready to learn every day. Healthy meals = healthy minds! Thank you to our cafeteria teams for your hard work and care.
#NSLW #SchoolLunchHeroes #FuelingYoungMinds

Your mental health matters. Today, on World Mental Health Day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to check in—with yourself and with others. Together, we can break the stigma and build supportive school communities where everyone belongs.
#WorldMentalHealthDay #YouMatter

Together, we can create a culture of kindness and respect. October is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, a reminder that every student deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported at school. Take the pledge to be an upstander, not a bystander.
#StopBullying #BeKind

October is National Principals Month — a time to celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools with vision, compassion, & dedication. Principals set the tone for learning, inspire staff, & help students succeed. Thank you to all our principals! #ThankAPrincipal

The highest calling of leadership is to unlock potential in others. In education, this means cultivating curiosity, resilience, and hope—qualities that sustain lifelong learning and strengthen entire communities.

– Carly Fiorina

Today we honor our Instructional Coaches — the mentors behind the magic of great teaching! You empower educators, spark innovation, and strengthen learning across classrooms. Thank you for leading through collaboration and care.
#CoachingMatters #EmpoweringEducators

Today we celebrate educators everywhere! Happy World Teachers’ Day to those who inspire curiosity, build confidence, and shape the future every single day. Thank you for your dedication, creativity, and care.
#WorldTeachersDay #ThankATeacher #EducationMatters