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Book SynopsisMany school decision-makers and educational practitioners talk about developing an ultimate school work environment, but few actually move beyond the talk. It is very common for individuals in positions of power to make statements about how great it is to work in the school while the rest of the employees know the real work situation. The information in this book helps administrators to move beyond words and discover what it takes to turn words into reality and actually transform a school into an ultimate school work environment.
Trade ReviewOne of the ongoing challenges in schooling is how to create environments where students and teachers can do their best work. Daniel Wentland has penned a practical and useful book on how to create dynamic, supportive, and invigorating environments. This easy-to-read volume provides the kind of sensible advice that will apply to any school—public or private, elementary or vocational. -- Frederick M. Hess, director of education policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute
A workplace should be electric, virtually crackling with creativity and a sense of purpose. Energizing Your Organization provides an extension cord to help us plug in and shine the light on a talent pool that is all around us. -- Gary Marx, president, Center for Public Outreach; author, “Twenty-One Trends for the 21st Century”
There is no magic involved in managing the work environment – both its responsibilities and its challenges. Practical strategies and well thought out advice contained in Dan Wentland's latest book will provide the needed roadmap to creating a successful work environment. Supportive environments have proven to be key to the educational success in our schools today. -- Dr. Susan P. Lee, Director of Academic Affairs, Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning
Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Preface Introduction Part I: The Elements of an Ultimate School Work Environment Chapter 1: Fundamental Concepts Chapter 2: The Culture Chapter 3: Leadership Chapter 4: Effective Management Chapter 5: Completing the Leadership and Management Picture Part II: Measuring an Ultimate School Work Environment Chapter 6: What’s an Ultimate School Work Environment Look Like? Chapter 7: Does Your School Measure Up? Chapter 8: Decision Time Conclusion: Final Comment
