"Success in the Superintendency" will help new and aspiring superintendents gain meaningful, practical information from award winning, experienced superintendents. The book's ten chapters cover topics identifiable to every superintendent--no matter how many years experience he or she has on the job. The author and editor of the book, Kay T.…

As fiscal, accountability, and enrollment pressures rise, community college presidents need to work more closely and effectively with elected officials at the local, state, and federal levels in order to advocate for their schools and students. Colleges will be expected to carry an even greater burden in meeting demands for both increased student…

Serving as a new principal is not only demanding, it can also be a lonely job. But successful leadership doesn't happen in a vacuum, and principals need to know from their peers best practices about everything from focusing on instruction to planning fire drills. With this in mind, "Principal" magazine created a virtual roundtable--between…

If you're serious about providing a level playing field for all, it is time to do more than identify and lament the reasons for educational disparities and why they persist. John Robert Browne II shows how Culturally Courageous Leadership by all school community stakeholders can help you achieve equitable learning opportunities and outcomes for…

The demand for community involvement in the educational process can be satisfied, and the administrator may find a valuable source of support in the process if the authors' 12 suggestions are followed. (Editor/RK)

Describes some innovative public relations practices developed by Pennsylvania elementary schools. (SJL)

In a time of intensified community interest in schools, the role of the superintendency vis-a-vis his constituency is a matter of concern. Drawing upon empirical studies, the author considers the conditions under which the roles of statesman or strategist are most appropriate. (Author)

Describes how school districts with even a modest budget can improve their public relations by giving someone in the district the responsibility to act as a liaison between the school district and the news media. (Author/DN)

Discusses the need for active citizen involvement and support for community education programs and offers recommendations on how program administrators can improve their communication and public relations skills. (JG)

Suggests ways school districts can more effectively plan communication with the public. (Author/DN)

Examines the role of the Catholic school ministery team in proclaiming the Gospel throughout the school and its community. (SJL)

Describes 10 steps for developing a successful career education advisory council. Steps include obtaining commitment from the school board, sincerity on the part of the superintendent, and a council willing to work. (Author/DN)

Prepared for local directors of vocational education, the guide may also serve as a reference for school board members, school administrators, teachers, and the vocational education advisory committee members. It presents the relationship between the local committee and the State and National Advisory Council on Vocational Education and relates…

Reviews the various dimensions of persuasion. (MLF)