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Book SynopsisProviding guidance to urban school board members committed to high achievement for all children, the author presents an approach to board leadership - reform governance. Taking into account the political arena of urban education, reform governance helps school board members understand why it is necessary to redesign urban districts.
Trade ReviewBased on rich experience and deep thought, this book offers a governance theory that is more than best practices on how effective boards work; it is also a guide to what boards should be doing. - From the Foreword by Rod Paige, former U.S. Secretary of Education ""Excellent...this book is a must read not only for urban school board members and superintendents, but for every governor, legislator, and staff member who wants to make a difference for the children of America."" - Anne L. Bryant Executive Director, National School Boards Association
Table of Contents1. Why Boards Must Lead; 2. Reform Governance: An Overview; 3. Core Beliefs and Commitments; 4. Theories of Action for Change; 5. Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships; 6. Building Blocks of Reform Governance; 7. Policy Development and Oversight; 8. Policies to Transform Urban Districts; 9. Building Civic Capacity and Transition Planning; 10. Board Leadership.
