The Principal's Office A Primer for Balanced Leadership

by Irons Harris, Jan

• ISBN13: 9781578868384
• ISBN10: 1578868386
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-09-08
• Publisher: R&L Education

Summary

"The Principal's Office is a practical book. It is simple, easy-to-read, and packed with straightforward, personal advice gleaned from years of real experience. The current or future principal will receive words of wisdom from an author who knows what it is like to serve in the principal's office." "This primer addresses the concept of effective leadership In the principal's office with a holistic approach. It is designed to help readers understand the four areas of our being-spiritual, physical, Intellectual, and emotional. From personal values and Inspiration to clothing choices and exercise, this book touches on all the topics essential to a healthy and successful turn as a principal. When we understand these different areas along with the fundamental need to maintain balance in the 'four areas, we are better equipped for success in the principal's office."--BOOK JACKET.

Author Biography

Jan Irons Harris, a former principal, is superintendent of Cullman City Schools in Alabama.

Table of Contents

Foreword
Spiritual Balance
Your Internal Glue: Mission, Foundation, Values, Goals, and Beliefs	p. 2
Renew and Refine: Strengthen Your Internal Glue	p. 10
Separate Church and State	p. 19
Proactivity:Avoid Potholes with Accountability and Guidance from a Mentor	p. 23
The Principal Models Character Education	p. 27
Give Credit Where Due and Put a Little Light on It	p. 31
Tests and Examinations: Life in the Fishbowl and Directing Traffic Naked	p. 36
Be an Original	p. 39
Summary of Part I: Keys for Spiritual Balance	p. 42
Physical Balance
Body Maintenance: Rest, Play, and Exercise	p. 44
Physical Fuel: Food and Water	p. 53
Presentation: Grooming, Posture, Confidence, Clothes, Accessories, and Shoes	p. 59
Output: Manners and Communication	p. 69
Time and Memory	p. 76
Summary of Part II: Keys for Physical Balance	p. 80
Intellectual Balance
Be Professional and Stick to the Book	p. 82
Have a Plan	p. 87
Build Your Winning Team	p. 90
Power and the Power of the Pen	p. 98
Discipline: Be Fair; Firm, and Consistent	p. 101
Model Effective Use of Twenty-First-Century Technology	p. 105
Public Relations, Politics, and Decision-Making	p. 107
Read, Study, and Turn Off the Television	p. 112
Summary of Part III: Keys for Intellectual Balance	p. 117
Emotional Balance
Teflon Mentality and Walnuts	p. 120
Delegate and Learn to Say No	p. 124
Create Inspiring and Productive Learning Environments	p. 127
Forgiveness and Service to Others	p. 131
Stress, 24/7 Responsibility, and Thankfulness	p. 134
Do Your Homework	p. 137
Summary of Part IV: Keys for Emotional Balance	p. 140
Conclusion	p. 142
100 Rules for Balanced Leadership	p. 145
Letter of Commendation	p. 151
Little Black Book Entry	p. 153
Memo	p. 155
Weekly Calendar	p. 157
Annual Report	p. 159
Epilogue	p. 163
References	p. 165
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