Administrators at the Engelwood (Colorado) Schools have found that effective instructional leadership training for principals requires coordination of various practical and theoretical elements, including integrating district philosophy, building a knowledge base, and other factors. A supervision training structure is presented. (MLH)

Classroom supervision can be improved through use of behavior modeling and Theory Z organization. An illustration of the use of behavior modeling is provided. (MD)

New principals are often ill-prepared to assume the increasingly complex responsibilities of the principalship. An assessment process could eliminate some of the frustration experienced by prospective principals who discover they do not enjoy the duties and responsibilities of school administration. Mentoring and coaching can help beginning…