Half of Doctoral Students Never Finish. Here’s How to Pick a Program Where You Will.
Fewer than half of doctoral students finish. Four questions New York school leaders should ask before choosing a doctorate in educational leadership.
Count Backward From 2030: Why the SBL/SDL Window Is Shorter Than It Looks
NYSED is phasing out SBL/SDL certification by 2030. Here’s the real timeline math for NY teachers—and why waiting one year costs more than you think.
You Don’t Have to Wait for a Calmer Year to Start Your Doctorate
Compare CITE doctoral programs for NY school leaders: Russell Sage (46 credits, $913/cr, CSA-SAANYS) and Saint Peter’s (54 credits, $850/cr).
Saturdays or Sundays? Two Ways to Earn Your SBL, SDL, and Master’s Without Quitting Your Job
Hybrid with Russell Sage or fully online with SJNY. Live Saturday or Sunday classes for working NY teachers, at the lowest cost in the city.
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 […]
