The "IDRA Newsletter" serves as a vehicle for communication with educators, school board members, decision-makers, parents, and the general public concerning the educational needs of all children across the United States. The focus of this issue is "School Leadership." Contents include: (1) Superintendent Dr. Daniel King Describes How Strong Family Leadership Leads to School Innovation (Aurelio M. Montemayor, featuring Superintendent Daniel King); (2) Five Best Practices for Effective Principals and School Leadership Teams (Nilka Avilés); (3) Mexican American Studies in All Grades -- Administering an Innovation (Aurelio M. Montemayor); and (4) English Learner Success Depends on Strong Principal Leadership (Nilka Avilés).