Aim High, Achieve More: How to Transform Urban Schools Through Fearless Leadership Contributor(s): Jackson, Yvette (Author), McDermott, Veronica (Author) |
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ISBN: 1416614672 ISBN-13: 9781416614678 Publisher: ASCD OUR PRICE: $23.70 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Education | Urban - Education | Educational Policy & Reform - Education | Leadership |
Dewey: 371.201 |
LCCN: 2012017884 |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.9" W x 8.9" (0.50 lbs) 142 pages |
Themes: - Demographic Orientation - Urban |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Many urban educators live in fear: of their schools being labeled failures, of increasingly punitive sanctions, of loss of respect and livelihood. This fear pervades the entire school community, affecting the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of its members. The authors of this guide to transformation in urban schools are convinced that the key ingredient for school renewal is fearless leadership. Fearless leaders work in schools under-resourced and overburdened and serve disproportionately large numbers of children who live in poverty and face racism daily. They are ordinary educators committed to proving that demographics need not be destiny. This inspirational yet practical book will help you bridge the divide that separates urban students from their birthright of a high-quality education. You will learn how to
Each chapter closes with reflections and activities that will help your leadership team produce its own roadmap for change. Succeeding in the tough landscape of urban schools requires more than just passion and a sense of urgency; it requires real skills. Aim High, Achieve More provides insights gleaned from real-world experiences that will enable you to create a successful, vibrant learning environment. |