This report contains data collected from 275 school districts in Pennsylvania for the 1978-79 school year. The data reflect policies and practices affecting salaries and staff utilization for professional employees. The report is divided into three major sections. The first presents comparative data for each of 41 variables on a statewide, size,…

This paper documents a study that investigated the perceptions of assistant principals regarding their preparation for principalship. The primary contribution of the study is to provide answers to questions concerning the issues of principal shortages since assistant principalship serves as the training ground for principalship. Data for the study…

High school deputy headteachers (DHs) in an authority, employing four per school, were surveyed on the value of job descriptions in differentiating responsibilities among deputies, and the extent of role conflict. The DHs' changing role after comprehensive reorganization is examined in relation to Burham's view of dual-leadership. (Author/SJL)

Examines the career attitudes and experiences of women deputy headpersons in an English local educational authority (LEA). Through interviews with 38 women administrators, the study explores their conception of career and finds no match with that of "career ambitious" teachers, but rather a diversity of career tracks and perceptions. (AF)

A three-county survey of administrative credential students in California found that 26% of respondents serving in administrative positions are considering leaving their jobs; 62% of qualified candidates are staying in the classroom. Solutions to principal overload include hiring more assistant principals and grooming inhouse talent. (MLH)

Principals of all 14,107 middle-level schools in the U.S. were invited to participate in the year 2000 online survey. More than 1,400 responded. Responses are compared with previous studies conducted in 1965; 1980, and 1992. Discusses the implications and recommendations for recruiting, initial training, and continuing professional development of…

The estimation of the internal consistency of a newly constructed instrument using Cronbach's coefficient alpha is demonstrated. This study sought to determine the relationship, if any, between an individual's cognitive style and the preference for certain kinds of information used in making decisions. Cognitive style was determined with the Myers…

This paper examines the historical supply and demand trends of secondary public school administrators serving students in urban, rural, and mixed school attendance areas in South Carolina from 1978 to 1987. This report projects supply and demand trends for secondary school administrators for the next 15 years from 1988 to 2002. The study is…

This paper examines the historical supply and demand trends of elementary public school administrators serving students in urban, rural, and mixed school attendance areas in South Carolina from 1977 to 1987. This report projects supply and demand trends for elementary school administrators for the next 15 years from 1988 to 2002. The study is…

The 12 publications in this annotated bibliography highlight different aspects of the assistant principal's role. One Ohio school district has created the title of "Associate Principal," a position that involves participating with the principal in planning, organizing, and evaluating the whole school program. Three articles deal with enriching and…

Part 2 of the annual Educational Research Service, Inc. (ERS) National Survey of Salaries and Wages in Public Schools reports data for the 1984-85 school year on salaries paid for 23 selected professional positions, including superintendents, associate superintendents, other central office administrators, principals, assistant principals,…

The three papers in this collection describe the process of socialization that results in the attainment of the school superintendency. These articles deal with the vice-principalship as a stepping stone to higher office and with the lack of success that minority group members and women experience in educational administration advancement. The…

This presentation emphasizes the role of the "assistant principal as a management team member." Evidence supports the revitalization of the assistant principal's role. The position must carry with it a total involvement of all managerial concepts. Major points stressed (with transparencies) are the team concept of three administrators working…

Education, experience, and district environmental variables are significant determinants of the salaries of educators who became public school principals or vice principals in Oregon after 1971-72. No significant differences exist between men and women in the determination of salaries in this group of administrators. (PGD)

Many Ohio educators are retiring at a young age and returning to positions in public schools following retirement. Some states restrict retirees' returning to public-school employment. Ohio is the most lenient state of eight states reviewed in allowing retirees to return to work in public schools. This report provides the results of a study of 25…