1st Edition

Leadership Teams in America's Best Schools Improving the Lives of All Students

222 Pages 2 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

222 Pages 2 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

222 Pages 2 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

This book describes and demystifies the factors that have helped accomplished schools generate successful and equitable outcomes for all their students, regardless of racial/ethnic background, language, or income. Grounded in observations of award-winning schools and high-functioning teams that have achieved impressive results, this practical resource explores success from the perspective of... Read more

1. Overview: The Gears That Drive Success for All Students  2. Effective Leadership Teams  3. Positive Transformational Culture  4. Rigorous Curricula  5. Effective Initial Instruction  6. Monitoring, Confirming, and Enhancing Learning  7. Effective Intervention and Enrichment  8. The Role of District Leaders  9. Conclusion

Biography

Joseph F. Johnson, Jr., was Founding Executive Director of the National Center for Urban School Transformation (NCUST). He is Dean Emeritus of the College of Education, and Emeritus Professor of Educational Leadership at San Diego State University, USA. He has also served as a teacher, school and district administrator, state-level administrator, and U.S. Department of Education official.

Cynthia L. Uline was former Director of the National Center for the 21st Century Schoolhouse. She is Professor Emeritus of Educational Leadership at San Diego State University, USA. She has also served as a teacher, teacher leader, and state-level administrator.

Stanley J. Munro, Jr., is Executive Coach and Superintendent in Residence with the National Center for Urban School Transformation (NCUST) at San Diego State University. Previously, he served as a teacher, school administrator, and district administrator.

Francisco Escobedo is the Superintendent in Residence at the organization Leadership for Student Success. He also serves as a member of the California State Board of Education. Previously, he was the Superintendent of the Chula Vista Elementary School District, California.