The purpose of this study was to report how principals describe their role as marketers for their school and examine how these perceptions influence the ways in which principals engage in their daily work. To investigate this phenomenon I conducted 30 interviews with 10 traditional public school principals in the U.S. state of New Jersey.…

Research on school leadership has shown that a principal's influence on student achievement is indirect and significant. A sample of principals who earned the highest (distinguished) rating on the Vanderbilt Assessment of Leadership in Education (VAL-ED) measure responded to open-ended questions during an in-person interview. Principals in this…

To address disparities in post-school outcomes for students with disabilities, federal legislation mandates appropriate education programs to include transition planning and programs for students with disabilities. Because administrators are held responsible for ensuring appropriate educational programs for all learners including those with…

This qualitative case study research examines the perceptions of three U.S. principals as they work for social justice in the school level meso context as enacted through the lens of their micro contextual values and beliefs. Through interviews with three rural high school principals, we look to the influence of context on decision making through…

The purpose of this study is to provide an understanding of how successful secondary schools located along the Texas-Mexico border, particularly those enrolling predominantly Latino students, have supported high achievement among their student population and promoted parental involvement. The roles and perspectives of parents and school community…

The increasing number of special education-related lawsuits has become costly, time-consuming, and a strain on school-community relations--in short, an issue of growing concern to U. S. school systems. To identify factors associated with this type of litigation, this study analyzed data from one state's 10-year experience with due process special…

For more than 20 years, the efficacy of using the wraparound approach to support high-risk youth has been examined in educational and community settings. Few studies show the value of wraparound service from either a school- or community-based agency as a dropout prevention strategy. Findings from a federal research grant project suggest that many…

Provides lists of indirect and direct approaches teachers can use to encourage an open and cooperative relationship between the school and the community. (Author/IRT)

A comparative newcomer to administrative staffs is the person assigned responsibilities for working with community groups. Already subject to metamorphosis, the position is described in this article, which also points out how principals can utilize the expertise of this person most effectively. (Editor)

Outlines a summer computer program for high school students that provides extra time and experience on computers and familiarizes students with skills needed for the Scholastic Aptitude Test. (MD)

A host of factors may influence whether or not a school changes. With that in mind, the author cites some examples, looks at recent literature, and offers reflections on some of these factors. (Editor)

Presents guidelines for planning, structuring, and executing a productive program to target school sites for closure. Two ideals are emphasized: accomplishing the task correctly and convincing potential critics of the integrity of the decision. (Author/IRT)

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)

Offers suggestions for combating rumors, coping effectively with irate people, and speaking before hostile groups. (IRT)