Five Critical Leadership Practices: The Secret to High-Performing Schools - Softcover

Ash, Ruth C.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1138889253 ISBN 13: 9781138889255

Publisher: Routledge, 2016

Synopsis

What are the critical practices of leaders in high-performing schools? Based on extensive observations, interviews, and in-depth case studies of principals and superintendents who significantly increase student learning and achievement, this exciting new book provides novice and veteran school leaders with the five critical steps for effective school leadership:

1. Focus on Direction
2. Build a Powerful Organization
3. Ensure Student-Focused Vision and Action
4. Give Life to Data
5. Lead Learning

Rich with voices from highly effective leaders, this book provides an accessible, research-based framework for school improvement that is correlated with the field’s standards. The engaging case studies in this vital resource show the power of these five key critical practices to make a difference in the lives of students and transform schools to support learning for all.

About this title

About the Author

Ruth C. Ash is a long-time educator, a nationally known consultant in the areas of education, leadership, and organizational effectiveness, and a Founding Partner of Education Solutions.

Pat H. Hodge is a lifelong educator, working with administrators and teachers in developing student-focused instructional practices and cultures, and a Founding Partner of Education Solutions.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1138889253
• ISBN 13: 9781138889255
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 166