The First-Year Experiences of Successful Superintendents
The First-Year Experiences of Successful Superintendents

Author: Kerry Roberts

Publisher: R&L Education

Published: 2012-03-01

Total Pages: 153

ISBN-13: 1610487109

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These qualitative case studies give the prospective superintendent a real-life look at life on the other side of the district CEO’s desk. Two dozen superintendents reflect upon their first challenges and growth opportunities that arose during that all-important first year.

Success in the Superintendency
Success in the Superintendency

Author: Kay T. Worner

Publisher: R&L Education

Published: 2010-06-16

Total Pages: 162

ISBN-13: 1607090333

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Success in the Superintendency will help new and aspiring superintendents gain meaningful, practical information from award winning, experienced superintendents. The book's ten chapters cover topics identifiable to every superintendent_no matter how many years experience he or she has on the job. The author and editor of the book, Kay T. Worner, weaves information, advice, and research into each chapter making the book a valuable tool for all administrators. The tips, and scenarios for each chapter are inspired by thirty-six Superintendents of the Year representing various states and over twenty years of awards. Because of the wealth of information and advice, the book is ideal for graduate school students, beginning superintendents, and superintendents who seek some advice from those who are recognized by their peers as excellent leaders. The book is organized so that it is easily read chapter by chapter, or the reader can quickly search a topic of interest. Success in the Superintendency is a must have for every superintendent's professional library.

Moving into the Superintendency
Moving into the Superintendency

Author: Thomas Kersten

Publisher: R&L Education

Published: 2012-05-24

Total Pages: 131

ISBN-13: 1610484371

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Too often, new superintendents—even if they have succeeded in other administrative positions—can undermine their successes by making critical novice mistakes, such as failing to recognize political stumbling blocks or unintentionally inviting school board member micromanagement. Moving into the Superintendency: How to Succeed in Making the Transition provides novice superintendents with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in their new roles. Thomas Kersten, a highly experienced school administrator with eleven years of superintendent experience, shares the most practical and useful strategies that will help new superintendents optimize their early successes. Guiding beginning superintendents throughout their telling first year, Kersten’s professional advice will shorten the office’s initial learning curve, guarantee a smooth transition into this role, and set a foundation of professional skills upon which superintendents will build their careers.

Achieving Success for New and Aspiring Superintendents
Achieving Success for New and Aspiring Superintendents

Author: Mary Frances Callan

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2010-11-10

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1452224323

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This comprehensive how-to guide for aspiring and new superintendents provides examples and covers the full range of topics from preparation through strategic planning.