Principaled: Navigating the Leadership Learning Curve

by Kate Barker, Kourtney Ferrua, Rachael George

Veteran principals Kate Barker, Kourtney Ferrua, and Rachael George draw back the curtain on their years of experience, revealing the strategies, mind-sets, and practices that have helped them flourish in their roles. With humor, humility, and candor, the authors detail the key ingredients to finding balance as a school taking time to reflect and learn, seeking out mentors, crafting simple and clear goals, and not neglecting self-care.

Genres: Education, Leadership

236 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 18, 2020

Reviews

[Wendie Barney Boucher · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed reading the advice and ideas from the authors with their varied principal expereinces. I liked that they included some of their own personal stories within the chapters to show the reader that they are not alone in their experiences. I felt like I took a lot of good ideas away from the book to help me.

[Nate K · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kate, Kourtney, and Rachael share wisdom from their experiences as educational leaders. They understand the struggles and joys of being an administrator, and they offer practical ways to make a difference in our school communities.

[Kevin English · Rating 4 out of 5]

Practical and a lot of common sense leadership suggestions. Many good books referenced throughout.

[Travis · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good rundown of advice for those new to the principal role. A fair amount of vignettes from the authors' experiences are given alongside sounds information, topped off with a number of solid references noted in the chapters and listed in the back. The last chapter of the book really brought it home.

Recommended for those new to school administration, especially the role of principal.

[Becky Tillett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this book for a college admin program. Expected it to be another dry, boring text book. Was pleasantly surprised. It was witty, full of actual good advice, and useful. The anecdotes made it feel like you could connect to the authors. It was like getting a supportive hug from a great mentor.

[Kerry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. The graphic organizers and the conversational tone was perfect for connecting with the audience. This is definitely a book I will keep referencing throughout my career.

[Amanda Kelley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great leadership read for class!

[Julia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read for anyone moving from the classroom to an administrative role.