Defines socialization and its three stages. Looks closely at the process of organizational socialization, focusing on the reciprocal nature of socialization, the process of cultural learning, factors influencing institutional identification, and research needs. Considers ways in which organizational socialization can benefit Catholic educators.…

Reports on a survey of 107 beginning Catholic high school principals to determine their work responsibilities, how they keep up to date professionally, their perception of their most important roles, and their description of the ideal Catholic school principal. (DMM)

Examines the current status of grievance procedures at unionized and nonunionized Catholic schools based on a survey of 33 superintendents and union presidents. Discusses the extent to which Catholic schools have formal grievance procedures and the educators' attitudes regarding due process. (DMM)

Describes a survey of 107 Ohio Catholic elementary school principals to investigate reasons for selecting the profession, assess their graduate school preparation, and identify skills they brought to the position. Love for children was the primary reason for entering education, while the majority became principals at the religious community's…

Narrates the ninety years of leadership involved in the Department of Chief Administrators of Catholic Education (CACE). Outlines the historical development and various leaders of CACE in three parts: section period from 1908-1935, department period from 1936-1971, and CACE period from 1972-present. (VWC)