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Jenkins, Chris – Rural Educator, 2007
In rural Oklahoma, the role of the superintendent is often vastly different than that of superintendents in large cities. The superintendent is the leader of the school district, which is typically the community's largest employer. There are a few examples of superintendents who embrace this sometimes overwhelming responsibility and who are often…
Descriptors: Rural Schools, Superintendents, School Districts, Values
The Transformational Approach: Organizational Development Strategies for Transforming Rural Schools.

Carlson, Laurie A.; Thorn, Antionette Alford; Mulvenon, Sean W.; Turner, Ronna C.; Hughes, Mary F. – Rural Educator, 2002
An approach to educational change is derived from the field of organizational development. Change agents must be aware of their personal biases and preconceptions; initiate positive inquiry among all community stakeholders; incorporate community values into a well expressed vision; identify obstructions and catalysts; consider community…
Descriptors: Change Agents, Change Strategies, Community Characteristics, Community Coordination