Real-life Case Studies for School Board Members
- ISBN-10
- 0810842742
- ISBN-13
- 9780810842748
- Category
- Education / Administration / General
- Pages
- 167
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2002
- Publisher
- Scarecrow Press
- Author
- William Hayes
Description
This unique book of real life case studies is intended to assist new as well as experienced board members deal with issues they may face in their school districts. Each of the case studies presents a financial, personnel, academic, ethical issue or problem that could face almost any board. None of the issues raised are simple. The questions at the end of each chapter force the reader to consider not only their own life experiences, but also their personal values. As part of an in-service program for both newly elected or veteran board members, the discussions generated will be a change in approach to the way board members are typically prepared. Under the leadership of a skilled facilitator, the book will provide the opportunity to examine varied points of view on issues facing public education.
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