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 Here you will find information that looks at the all important issue of educational leadership in our schools. Posting here does not imply Georgia Partnership endorsement. Ready Remedies for the School Leadership 'Crisis' California’s brewing “crisis” in school leadership has recently gained the attention of the press, with a detailed report appearing in this publication two months ago. (January 2009) Studies Explore Secrets of Principals' Success A new set of working papers from some prominent education researchers aims to promote a better understanding of the extent to which school leaders matter and why. (December 2009) The 'Principals Story' With Educational Leadership Discussion GPB recently broadcast this nationally produced story. They invited Georgia educators to their studios to discuss many of the issues raised. Partnership President Steve Dolinger leads the discussion (scroll down to find "Ga.'s Response Part I and II). (October 2009) Highering High Quality School Leaders This brief describes the challenges that school superintendents and hiring committees face when trying to hire a school principal by drawing upon research. (Released in May, posted August 2009) Holding School Boards Accountable Clayton County schools’ loss of accreditation helped focus attention on governance and the proper role of local boards. A high-profile commission wants stronger state controls. (June 2009) Effective Organizational Practices for Middle and High School Grades This report identifies effective organizational practices of better-performing schools in Philadelphia for grades 6-12. The findings are based on qualitative research in 22 schools, all of which serve low-income students with multiple risk factors. (May 2009) Assessing the Effectiveness of School Leaders: New Directions and New Processes This new paper describes elements of a possible new direction in leadership assessment - what should be assessed and how. (April 2009) Classroom Walkthroughs: Learning to See the Trees and the Forest Classroom observations, or "walkthroughs," are part of a principal's job, but they can be useless if the principal doesn't know what information to look for or how to use it. (Summer 2008) Constraints Make it Hard for School Superintendent to Make Positive Change No matter how well qualified someone is to lead a major urban school system, there are numerous roadblocks that create opportunities to fail. (June 2008) Helping a Community Rethink It's School System This new superintendent sees his role as more of a teacher than a dictator, focusing on asking the right questions that will inspire others to seek the appropriate solutions. (May 2008) Vision 2021 - A Journey Into the Leadership Future This initiative asks the important questions: What will schools be like in 2021? What will be the role of principals in 2021? What needs to be done today to better prepare schools? (April 2008) When Punishment Doesn't Work, a School Changes Course This story proves that punishment often does not improve behavior because it fails to cultivate cooperation or respect. (March 2008) Principal Advisory: How Much is Too Much? School districts focus on hiring great school leaders. Should they then stay out of their way or should they guide improvement efforts all the way from the boardroom to the classroom? (March 2008) Desiderata: An Ageless Message on Exemplary Leadership Few people go into educational administration striving to be anything less than competent. And while the ingredients of exemplary leadership are similar, they must be augmented by the belief that leadership is an evolving process. (December 2006) Issue Analysis - Preparing for a Perfect Storm: Meeting Georgia's Need for Quality School Leaders Just as complex weather systems can spawn powerful storms, a complex set of conditions is converging in Georgia that may challenge the state's ability to get and keep enough school leaders with the right skills and expertise. (December 2006) How Does Leadership Influence Student Learning? The report attempts to answer some questions about leadership's role in improving student achievement. (Fall 2004) |
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