The Principal′s Companion: Strategies to Lead Schools for Student and Teacher Success (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781452287591)

The classic personal guide for principals, updated to address today's challenges

Of all the elements needed for a successful school, a competent, responsive and visionary principal may be the most important. And for over a decade, principals of all experience levels have turned to The Principal's Companion for ideas, techniques and reflective opportunities that help them do their jobs better. The thoroughly updated fourth edition covers big-picture strategies and day-to-day tactics such as:

• The principal's many roles
• Critical skills for effective leadership
• Honoring the school's mission
• Working together to build a learning community
• Starting effectively and staying the course