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10 Indicators of High-Performing Charter Schools: What Sets the Best Schools Apart and How to Become One of Them
Drawing on more than 20 years of school leadership experience, Tom Miller, Ed.D., distills crucial insights into his book, 10 Indicators of High-Performing Charter Schools. Tailored for charter school leaders, the book addresses the alarming trend of charter school failures within their first decade, where 25 percent fail in the initial five years, and 40 percent within the first 10 years. The author presents a blueprint for success, combining personal experiences and observations from numerous charter schools nationwide.
The book emphasizes the significance of high standards, effective governing boards, mission-driven decision-making, and a well-defined education plan. It delves into strategies for recruiting, developing, and retaining quality staff; fostering a healthy school culture; involving parents strategically; ensuring fiscal security; and establishing robust relationships between school heads and governing boards. Communication and execution of mission-based promises are key themes.
Miller contends that the 10 indicators outlined in the book are pivotal for personal, professional, and organizational effectiveness, asserting that leadership is paramount. He emphasizes the need for a plan to uphold these indicators, warning of consequences when ignored. Drawing on experiences in over 500 schools worldwide, the book encourages leaders to create visions for each indicator, implement shared strategies, and inspire followership.
The book underlines the necessity for timely spending adjustments to avoid suffocation and failure. It urges readers to gain clarity on the indicators, offering proven methods and step-by-step strategies for implementation, fostering collaboration among management, teachers, and the board. Ultimately, 10 Indicators of High-Performing Charter Schools presents a comprehensive guide for charter school leaders to transform challenges into opportunities for success.
The book emphasizes the significance of high standards, effective governing boards, mission-driven decision-making, and a well-defined education plan. It delves into strategies for recruiting, developing, and retaining quality staff; fostering a healthy school culture; involving parents strategically; ensuring fiscal security; and establishing robust relationships between school heads and governing boards. Communication and execution of mission-based promises are key themes.
Miller contends that the 10 indicators outlined in the book are pivotal for personal, professional, and organizational effectiveness, asserting that leadership is paramount. He emphasizes the need for a plan to uphold these indicators, warning of consequences when ignored. Drawing on experiences in over 500 schools worldwide, the book encourages leaders to create visions for each indicator, implement shared strategies, and inspire followership.
The book underlines the necessity for timely spending adjustments to avoid suffocation and failure. It urges readers to gain clarity on the indicators, offering proven methods and step-by-step strategies for implementation, fostering collaboration among management, teachers, and the board. Ultimately, 10 Indicators of High-Performing Charter Schools presents a comprehensive guide for charter school leaders to transform challenges into opportunities for success.
338 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 5, 2024
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