Proposes using ceremonies in civics to involve students in writing, and to develop understanding of the achievements of various leaders and the impact of significant events on society. (MS)

Central to the emerging concept of transforming leadership is recognition of the importance of the vision of the leader. The leader can pull members toward a desirable future by describing and living a vision of an improved organizational condition so that members will be willing to change. (MLW)

Describes one leadership training program that prepared vocational teachers to develop public support for their programs as part of the "basics." (CH)

Interviews Joanna Lennon, executive director of the East Bay Conservation Corps, an exemplary program among approximately 40 youth service and conservation corps around the country. Discusses her vision for social change through education. Traces key events and people influencing her personal and career development. (JHZ)

This study was designed to determine opinions of students, teachers, parents and community leaders about: (1) the extent to which 18 commonly accepted educational goals are now being achieved in schools, and (2) the extent to which the same 18 goals should be achieved. (Editor)

A set of personal and academic qualities has been identified for unit leaders in IGE programs so that they might better assume the role of educational decision-makers. (MM)

Presents the case for standards of discipline, adult leadership and academic fundamentals. (Editor/RK)

This study explored how the governance leadership of Ohios urban school districts views and deals with major governance issues related to student achievement. Five sets of issues were chosen as the focus of the research: (1) the recruitment, selection, retention, and evaluation of Ohio urban superintendents of schools and school district…

Conflict is a part of life for all people, and children can be taught how to deal effectively with conflict, not how to avoid it. This children's book and companion leader's guide emphasize kindness, respect, tolerance and responsibility in order to help children learn peaceful behaviors and make positive choices in their relationships with…

This book addresses the importance of student involvement in improving the quality of schools. It demonstrates how bringing together students of all achievement levels using empowering activities helps everyone. Chapter 1 demonstrates how student involvement can be used to alter the culture of a school and includes examples of specific projects to…

An outdoor education leader's job is quite complex--the planning, logistics, preparation, teaching, watching, being aware of safety can be overwhelming. Pulling it all together so that participants can express what they learned from the experience is sometimes overlooked. The reflective process is integral to the success of learning, yet it takes…

A study examined how nonprofit organizations, particularly local education funds, and their leaders address social issues. Local education funds are a set of voluntary, intermediate, and mission-driven organizations at the center of educational and civic capacity building. This report provides the results of the first phase of the Public Education…

This study highlights many of the unique challenges the 21st century will pose for those who aspire to be community college presidents. Specifically, the author summarizes Sullivan's (2001) list of 21st century challenges (e.g., a continuing scarcity of resources, changing student and staff demographics, and competition from private-sector…

This paper presents the views of the Dean of Bradley University's College of Education and Health Services. It begins by profiling Bradley University and the dean herself. Next, it discusses her perspective on deaning and surviving the deanship. It then presents several of her own leadership principles which have enabled her to survive and enjoy…

The purpose of this dissertation is to compare the perceived transformational leadership competencies of African-American and Anglo-European community college vice presidents and deans in Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. The Multifactor College Leadership Questionnaire II (MCLQ-II) was used to survey the self-perception of…