The Assistant Principal's Handbook

The Assistant Principal's Handbook
Author: Jeffrey Glanz
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2004-04-08
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780761931034

Written for the prospective & practising assistant principal, this text takes a strong pedagogical approach, with chapter opening focus questions, pull quotes, stories & vignettes, self-assessment inventories, annotated bibliographies, & sample letters.

The Assistant Principal 50

The Assistant Principal 50
Author: Baruti K. Kafele
Publisher: ASCD
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2020-05-11
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1416629467

You're an Assistant Principal. Whatever your status—the sole AP in your school, one of two or more APs in your school, a career AP, an AP aspiring to the principalship—yours is one of the most misunderstood and underutilized positions in education. Positioned between teachers and the principal, you are an instructional leader. However, you are not the leader of the school. Therefore, you must carefully navigate your way to ensure that you thrive in your role without "stepping on the toes" of your principal. In The Assistant Principal 50, award-winning, four-time principal Baruti Kafele presents reflective questions that encompass the breadth and depth of the assistant principalship—from finding your leadership "lane" to thriving and being an asset to your principal. Kafele infuses the book (which also includes guidance and insights for principals and aspiring assistant principals) from beginning to end with personal anecdotes and accounts of both failures and successes from his years as an assistant principal. He arms you with tools and insights that will drive you to view the assistant principalship as critical to the climate and culture of your school as well as to student achievement. You, assistant principal, play a critical role in your school's success. The questions that Kafele asks you to consider will aid you as you hone your leadership skills toward becoming an effective leader in your school.

Qualities of Effective Principals

Qualities of Effective Principals
Author: James H. Stronge
Publisher: ASCD
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2021-04-28
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1416629963

This book shows principals how to successfully balance the needs and priorities of their schools while continuously developing and refining their leadership skills.

Digital Leadership

Digital Leadership
Author: Eric Sheninger
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 227
Release: 2019-04-03
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1544350821

Lead for efficacy in these disruptive times! Just as the digital landscape is constantly evolving, the second edition of Digital Leadership moves past trends and fads to focus on the essence of leading innovative change in education now and in the future. As society and technology evolve at what seems a dizzying pace, the demands on leaders are changing as well. With a greater emphasis on leadership dispositions, this revamped edition also features New structure and organization emphasizing the interconnectivity of the Pillars of Digital Leadership to drive sustainable change Innovative strategies and leadership practices that enhance school culture and drive learning improvement Updated vignettes from digital leaders who have successfully implemented the included strategies New online resources, informative graphics, and end of chapter guiding questions Now is the time to embrace innovation, technology, and flexibility to create a learning culture that provides students with 21st century critical competencies!

The Daily Practices of Successful Principals

The Daily Practices of Successful Principals
Author: Barbara L. Brock
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 193
Release: 2011-11-04
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1412959861

While many books outline the attributes of successful school leaders, few describe how those traits manifest in daily practice. "The Daily Practices of Successful Principals" goes beyond the outward picture of excellence and provides a compendium of daily practices used by successful principals in various settings. Written by former administrators who have walked in your shoes, this handy guide's strategies are based on interviews with successful leaders and are applicable in multiple contexts. Inside you will find guidelines for: (1) Examining your values, educational platform, and personal style; (2) Establishing learning as a common purpose; (3) Identifying and leading school change; (4) Effectively managing staff and student relationships; and (5) Developing teacher leaders. The authors understand that principals are expected to have the patience of Job, the tenacity of Atlas, the compassion of Mother Teresa, and a sense of humor. The recommended daily practices will help you stay focused on the most important things--leading effectively, promoting student achievement, and making a positive difference in students' lives.

The Assistant Principal

The Assistant Principal
Author: L. David Weller
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2002
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780761977940

This book provides an exploration of the important administrative position of assistant principal, identifying its strengths and potential weaknesses through real-life research-based data and the first-hand experience of 100 administrators in schools in the United States. There are case studies, exercises and examples, as well as samples of surveys and evaluation instruments.

The Aspiring Principal 50

The Aspiring Principal 50
Author: Baruti K. Kafele
Publisher: ASCD
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2019-05-14
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1416627766

So, you want to be a principal? Are you a new principal who could benefit from the wisdom of a successful four-time principal? Could you use help preparing for a school administrator job interview? Then this is the book for you. In The Aspiring Principal 50, school leadership expert Baruti Kafele presents reflective questions aimed at assisting both new and aspiring school leaders as they work to become effective school leaders and consider making a leap to a leadership position, respectively. This book will help aspiring principals determine whether "The Principal" is truly who they want to be and help new principals grow and thrive in the principalship. Additionally, the book contains an entire chapter devoted to preparing for the school administrator job interview. Kafele infuses the book from beginning to end with succinct advice on everything from remaining focused on the principal's number one priority—student achievement—to addressing maintenance concerns, managing budget allocations, and ensuring that the school's website puts the school in the best possible light. With The Aspiring Principal 50, you can increase the likelihood that your tenure as principal will be a successful, beneficial, and healthful one.

The Principal as Instructional Leader

The Principal as Instructional Leader
Author: Sally J. Zepeda
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 204
Release: 2014-01-09
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1317914783

First published in 2007. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

The Principal’s Playbook on Instructional Leadership:

The Principal’s Playbook on Instructional Leadership:
Author: Josh McLaurin Ed. D. NBCT
Publisher: Archway Publishing
Total Pages: 239
Release: 2021-01-28
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1665700300

Every principal and instructional leader—no matter what level—needs a playbook for instructional excellence. Josh Mclaurin, an instructional and educational leader with decades of experience at various levels, explains how instructional leadership impacts student learning in this handbook for instructional excellence. Learn how to: • increase student achievement; • execute a turnaround at a struggling school; • teach the right things in the right ways; • change teaching methods based on learning styles. The author also highlights how to teach children in a virtual environment, which has become increasingly important amid COVID-19; ways to motivate unmotivated students; and tips on hiring and retaining great teachers. Other topics include working with instructional leadership teams, increasing student engagement, and making constant improvement a priority. Great coaches have a playbook that details every play in the offense or defense. The Principal’s Playbook on Instructional Leadership: 23 Things That Matter Most for Improving Student Achievement provides the playbook for instructional excellence.

Leading Like a C.O.A.C.H.

Leading Like a C.O.A.C.H.
Author: Matt Renwick
Publisher: Corwin Publishers
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2022
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781071840474

"Renwick encourages school leaders to think like a coach who embodies these five practices: Create Confidence Through Trust Organize Around a Priority Affirm Promising Practices Communicate Feedback Help Teachers Become Leaders and Learners This book will be especially helpful for new leaders who need to build credibility and veteran leaders who want to support their staff and build a community of learners. Leading like a coach reframes our approach to schoolwide change, from acting as a autocratic leader to embracing the leadership capacity within our staff and empowering them to improve on their own areas of strength"--