Achieving Success A Practical Guide for New and Aspiring Superintendents

Achieving Success
A Practical Guide for New and Aspiring Superintendents


ISBN/ISSN: 1412988969 ISBN-13: 9781412988964


Author: Mary Frances Callan William Levinson
Copyright: 2011


Veteran superintendents Mary Frances Callan and William Levinson provide engaging examples and practical advice based on years of experience in this comprehensive how-to guide for aspiring and new superintendents. They believe that understanding all aspects of the superintendency is critical to developing expertise, and that those who master a wide array of leadership and organizational skills significantly increase their chances for success. Offering both the benefits of their knowledge and a vision for the future, the authors cover the full range of topics, including:

Keys to providing exceptional instructional leadership
Strategic planning, goal setting, and decision making
Budgeting, negotiations and collective bargaining
Effective communication with staff, the board, unions, and the media

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