Working Toward Success
Board and Superintendent Interactions, Relationships, and Hiring Issues
Edited by Amy E. Van Deuren, Thomas F. Evert, Bette A. Lang
Publication date:
10 February 2016Length of book:
158 pagesPublisher
Rowman & Littlefield PublishersISBN-13: 9781475815535
The importance of positive board/superintendent relationships cannot be understated. The need to balance competing political pressures to create the best possible learning opportunities for students is ever present. Most importantly, board/superintendent relationships should be cultivated with openness and transparency among each other and the public.
This book is a resource for both board members and superintendents, and explores issues related to the board/superintendent relationship and superintendent hiring practices. The book includes contributions from experienced and new superintendents and board members on a wide range of topics that boards and superintendents must navigate together successfully in order to move districts in a positive direction for students, staff, parents, and communities.
This book is unique in that the intended audience is both boards and superintendents. It is not a resource wherein “experts” tell board members how they should conduct board business, nor a resource that informs superintendents how to “manage” school boards. Instead, the book promotes and encourages a productive working relationship and partnership that moves school districts forward in a positive manner.
This book is a resource for both board members and superintendents, and explores issues related to the board/superintendent relationship and superintendent hiring practices. The book includes contributions from experienced and new superintendents and board members on a wide range of topics that boards and superintendents must navigate together successfully in order to move districts in a positive direction for students, staff, parents, and communities.
This book is unique in that the intended audience is both boards and superintendents. It is not a resource wherein “experts” tell board members how they should conduct board business, nor a resource that informs superintendents how to “manage” school boards. Instead, the book promotes and encourages a productive working relationship and partnership that moves school districts forward in a positive manner.
Hiring a Superintendent is, arguably, the most important role of any Board. But it's only the first step. Building and maintaining a positive and purposeful relationship is critical to success.
Evert, Lang and Van Deuren offer plenty of practical advice to help Boards navigate this work. A great resource.
Evert, Lang and Van Deuren offer plenty of practical advice to help Boards navigate this work. A great resource.