As a result of the need for a systematic approach to preservice and inservice training of administrative personnel a management academy program was initiated in the Dallas independent school district beginning in the spring of 1975. A comprehensive program was planned and implemented with a format designed to provide training for prospective leaders, continuing inservice for persons occupying leadership positions, and regular interaction sessions between principals and the general superintendent. The evaluation results of the practicum indicate successful implementation of all components of the program. Several selected activities were concluded with an assessment to determine if gains in knowledge took place. The results were significant. In addition, participants projected positive attitudes about the organization of management academy activities and expressed an overall supportive reaction to involvement in the program. The recommendation that the academy be moved from project status and incorporated into the district as a continuing program was accepted by the general superintendent. The academy has now been fully instituted in the district. The position of director has been budgeted in the personnel development department beginning in the 1976-77 school year. (Author/GC)