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Jones, Rebecca – American School Board Journal, 2003
Brief reviews of six notable education books selected by the editors of "American School Board Journal." Includes books such as Rachel Simmons's "Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls," Jonathan Schorr's "Hard Lessons: The Promise of an Inner City Charter School," Peter Irons's "Jim Crow's Children: The Broken Promise of the…
Descriptors: Books, Elementary Secondary Education, Leaders Guides
Irvine, Joan – American School Board Journal, 1998
Learning the ropes of school board service requires focus, patience, and good humor. A veteran board member offers suggestions for avoiding first-meeting disasters, building a strong relationship with the superintendent, and dealing with the news media. Includes tips from a superintendent about referring calls to appropriate school administrators.…
Descriptors: Board Administrator Relationship, Boards of Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Leaders Guides
