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In this month’s issue

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Garrett’s focus is on preparing children for a changing world P. 11 Magiera: From skeptic to technology ’rock star’ P. 13 Paralympian Sundquist knows the difference you can make in a day P. 15 Ignite: Enlighten us, but make it quick P. 17 MyON: Building a community of readers and Reading partnership makes a difference for Special Ed organization P. 20 US EPA issues guidance for drinking water P. 32 Videos from the Districts P. 35

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A message from IASA President Derek Hutchins P. 7

52nd IASA Annual Conference Preview P. 10

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IASA News in Brief P. 37

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IASA Calendar of Events P. 38

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New IASA Superintendents and Transfers P. 22

Small school districts present unique strengths and challenges for excellence P. 28

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