New Report Details Challenges Faced by Superintendents During COVID-19
October 18, 2021
October 6, 2021
The National Superintendents Roundtable released a report on superintendents’ experiences dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. The report “Superintendents Struggle During Pandemic: Panic Attacks, Strokes and Threats of Violence Meet Prayer, Exercise, Meditation and Booze” includes results from a survey of 400 district leaders – 63% of whom stated that they considered quitting during the 2020-2021 school year.
Respondents detailed “over-the-top rage”, harassment and threats of violence while they navigated the already stressful challenges of school openings, vaccines, and masks in order to keep children safe. Many reported developing health conditions including strokes, high blood pressure and panic attacks as a result. Despite the extreme circumstances, 83% of respondents chose to remain in their positions and will continue to lead. This decision, the report states, is evidence of their commitment to their students, their staff, and their communities.
See full report here.
