Supporting K-12 Education Business Leaders

EnvisionED K-12 Podcast – Episode 3

Posted on July 23, 2025July 23, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

Greg Long, former Director of Procurement at Seminole County Schools and a seasoned educational procurement consultant explores the evolving demands of education and purchasing. He shares his insights on the dynamic nature of procurement, emphasizing what it takes to lead...Read More

ROLLING WITH THE PUNCHES

Posted on June 25, 2025June 25, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

K12 procurement coping with macro issues In today’s volatile education landscape, procurement professionals are being asked to do more with less — and to do it faster, smarter, and with greater foresight than ever before. From rising tariffs to supply...Read More

WANTED

Posted on June 11, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

Solutions to the staffing crisis in K-12 It wasn't that long ago K-12 school districts could attract large pools of highly-qualified teaching candidates without much recruiting or marketing. But today—depending on the school, the district and the state—things have changed...Read More

INTO THE BREACH

Posted on April 30, 2025April 30, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

K-12 school districts rely on secure digital infrastructures to support their communities. Yet, the rise in cyberattacks on these institutions threaten not only the immediate operations of these schools but also the shared mission of fostering learning and discovery for...Read More

TRENDS SHAPING K–12 EDUCATION

Posted on April 16, 2025April 16, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

Districts are facing financial challenges, declining enrollment, and the growing role of AI in classrooms. Schools are focusing on strategic marketing, budgeting, and community engagement, while leaders embrace change management and teachers receive more support. With AI’s rapid rise, the...Read More

SHAPING UP

Posted on April 2, 2025April 2, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

Training is needed more than ever Marcheta GillespiePresident, NIGP Code and Consulting "It’s hard to make time for training or growing knowledge when resources are stretched thin, but building those connections and expanding our network is still crucial." Marcheta Gillespie...Read More

THE FIRST RESPONDERS OF EDUCATION

Posted on March 19, 2025July 23, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

Rallying around our teachers For years, we’ve called teachers “heroes,” but in today’s educational climate, it’s clear they’re more like first responders—showing up every day to stabilize situations, care for those in crisis, and keep things moving forward, often with limited...Read More

TECHNICALLY SOUND

Posted on March 5, 2025June 25, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

The challenges of integrating technology During a routine life-cycle management planning session, it became apparent to the Charleston County School District (CCSD) that legacy, analog PA systems were not providing the necessary features for ever-changing dynamics in today's K-12 landscape....Read More

THE PLACE TO BE

Posted on February 20, 2025June 11, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

Creating the culture to retain staff It starts with purpose. If you ask Matthew Tague to define what having a strong organizational culture means in today's K-12 educational setting, everything begins and ends with purpose. As the Procurement Manager for...Read More

RIPE FOR THE PICKING

Posted on January 28, 2025April 30, 2025 by EnvisionED K-12

Best Vendor Attributes Reliability and Consistency: Understanding the importance of a vendor's track record in consistently delivering quality products and services ensures that school operations run smoothly without unexpected disruptions. Cost-Effectiveness: Balancing budget constraints with the need for high-quality resources is a...Read More