The Secrets and Simple Truths of High-performing School Cultures

by Lassiter, Cathy J.

• ISBN13: 9781935588320
• ISBN10: 193558832X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-10-16
• Publisher: Lead + Learn Pr

Summary

What do the principals of Frazier International Magnet School in Chicago, Illinois, the SEED School of Washington, D.C., and George Hall Elementary in Mobile, Alabama, have in common? They know the secrets of creating a high-performing school culture. These schools are the successful exceptions-schools that have succeeded when others with similar challenges consistently struggle.

Author Biography

Cathy Lassiter has spent more than 28 years in public education serving as a teacher, principal, and executive director. She earned her doctorate from the George Washington University, and she has taught courses there in educational leadership. She has worked with superintendents, state departments of education, principals, and teachers to improve leadership and instructional practices.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	p. ix
Preface	p. xi
Introduction	p. xv
The Secrets to Creating a High-Performance School Culture	p. 1
Secret 1: Humans are Driven to Seek Purpose and Conquer Challenges	p. 3
Secret 2: A Few Vital Behaviors can Change the World	p. 17
Secret 3: Cooperation and Collaboration are Part of Human Evolution	p. 31
The Simple Truths to Creating a High-Performance School Culture	p. 41
Simple Truth 1: Teaching Talent Makes the Difference	p. 43
Simple Truth 2: Leaders Cannot do it Alone	p. 53
Simple Truth 3: Data and Accountability are Critical Friends	p. 61
Applying the Secrets and Simple Truths	p. 75
Facing the Challenges Ahead	p. 77
Building a High-Performing Culture Using the Secrets and Simple Truths	p. 87
Final Thoughts	p. 97
References	p. 99
Appendix	p. 103
Index	p. 107
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