“Leading Strategically is a crystalline, compelling playbook for any district, school, or teacher leader dedicated to impact. It provides an elegant framework, real-world case studies, and actionable tools to help navigate challenges, drive change, and inspire teams. City and Curtis have joined forces to give us a true gift!” - Timothy Knowles, president, Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching“Leading Strategically is a must-read for every education leader. Practical, clear, and unapologetically direct, City and Curtis deliver a powerful framework for making tough decisions, building capacity, and driving change. In a time when leadership matters more than ever, this book should be essential reading.” - Nancy B. Gutierrez, president and lead executive officer, The Leadership Academy“As an educator and leader—from teacher to superintendent—I recognize the practical wisdom in Leading Strategically. This is the book I wish I had years ago, and it’s one I’ll rely on to guide my team and develop future leaders for years to come.” - Warren Morgan, CEO, Cleveland Municipal School District“This book is dedicated to one of the great thought leaders in education, Patricia Albjerg Graham, and like her work, it reminds us that meaningful educational change requires both visionary thinking and strategic implementation. City and Curtis deliver an accessible set of tools to navigate an increasingly complex education environment while maintaining a focus on improving student outcomes. A must-read!” - Tequilla Brownie, CEO, TNTP