In this speech, the author discusses the concept of the management team, and describes how it has been applied in Warren, Ohio, schools. The management team, according to the author, is a working relationship between the principal and central office administrators (including the superintendent and the board of education) to provide service to the school community. This team, he contends, should provide leadership and direction to the educational process. The author identifies the team member(s) responsible for making particular decisions. (Author/JF)