Leadership Strategies for Retention and Renewal

Teacher shortages, burnout, and housing costs are testing the sustainability of the profession. What leadership strategies make a difference? This conversation highlights innovative district and board approaches to strengthening the teacher pipeline, supporting educator well-being, and ensuring every classroom has an excellent, inspired teacher. 

Session Chair: Dr. Doris Candelarie

Dr. Doris Candelarie earned her PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies at the University of Denver, her MA in Education: Teaching and Learning at Regis University, and a BA in Elementary Education from the University of Northern Colorado. She spent 28 years in public education as an elementary and middle school teacher, elementary and middle school principal, and central office administrator. In 2014, she was recognized as the Colorado National Distinguished Principal for her work at Sanchez International School, a former turnaround school. Dr. Candelarie is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Denver. Her teaching agenda includes preparing the next generation of educational leaders through the Ritchie Principal Leadership program and courses in the Masters and Doctoral programs in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies. Influencing educational change for equity and social justice and closing the opportunity and access gaps through education are her professional passions. Other research interests include the Latinx narrative in education, school regeneration, regenerative leadership, parent and community engagement in schools, and intercultural development for leaders.

Dr. Margarita Tovar Rosales