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Trends and Issues: Educational Governance
Board-Superintendent RelationsJournal ArticlesEJ651981 EA539845The Personnel Autopsy. Author: Effron, Roger C. Availability: http://exchanges.state.gov/forum Journal Citation: American School Board Journal, v189 n9 p36-38 Sep 2002 Publication Date: 2002 ISSN: 0003-0953 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Descriptive (141) Journal Announcement: CIJJAN2003 Abstract: Describes why school-board employment decisions, especially involving the hiring of a new superintendent, did not work out. Identifies and discusses several common mistakes boards make during the hiring process. For example, the board asked too many "tell me why you would do" and not enough "tell us what you did" questions. (PKP) EJ651969 EA539833 An Examination of School Board Presidents' Perceptions of Their Superintendent's Interpersonal Communication Competence and Board Decision Making. Author: Petersen, George J.; Short, Paula M. Availability: http://exchanges.state.gov/forum Journal Citation: Journal of School Leadership, v12 n4 p411-36 Jul 2002 Publication Date: 2002 ISSN: 1052-6846 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Research (143) Journal Announcement: CIJJAN2003 Abstract: Using research focused on interpersonal communication theory, exploratory investigation examines school board presidents' perceptions of their district superintendent's interpersonal communication competence in his or her role as chief executive officer to the board of education. Finds, for example, that the superintendent's interpersonal communication competence is significantly related to board decision-making on internally oriented agenda items. (Contains 86 references.) (Authors/PKP) EJ644935 EA539545 What Impresses Boards in a Search? Author: Rohn, Charles Availability: Available at: http://www.nasen.uk.com/ejournal. Journal Citation: School Administrator, v59 n5 p22 May 2002 Publication Date: 2002 ISSN: 0036-6439 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Research (143) Journal Announcement: CIJSEP2002 Abstract: Describes positive and negative qualities in candidates that boards of education identified when searching for a new superintendent. Based on Illinois study of 180 superintendent vacancies during recent 3-year period. (PKP) Descriptors: *Administrator Qualifications; *Board of Education Role; Elementary Secondary Education; *Employment Interviews; Occupational Mobility; *Personnel Selection; *Superintendents Identifiers: Illinois EJ644929 EA539539 The New Job: Tailored Fit or Misfit? Author: Sternberg, Ruth E. Availability: Available at: http://www.nasen.uk.com/ejournal. Journal Citation: School Administrator, v59 n5 p6-7,9-10,13-14 May 2002 Publication Date: 2002 ISSN: 0036-6439 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Descriptive (141) Journal Announcement: CIJSEP2002 Abstract: Provides advice to superintendents considering a position with another school district; includes suggestions from search consultants and other superintendents. (PKP) Descriptors: Administrator Qualifications; *Administrator Selection; Board Administrator Relationship; *Board of Education Role; Contracts; Elementary Secondary Education; Occupational Mobility; *Personnel Selection; *Superintendents; EJ640881 EA539260 The Seinfeld Effect. Author: Hanson, Linda Availability: One City Centre, Suite 200, 120 W. Seventh St., Bloomington, IN 47404-3925 ($30 annually for libraries; $6 individual copies). Tel: 812-855-8550; Fax: 847-562-8634. Journal Citation: American School Board Journal, v189 n2 p50-51 Feb 2002 Publication Date: 2002 ISSN: 0003-0953 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Opinion papers (120) Journal Announcement: CIJJUL2002 Abstract: Instead of a cast of characters, not unlike those of the television show "Seinfeld," school boards should be an ensemble. When a board collaborates in a trusting, positive atmosphere of mutual respect, these qualities are ultimately reflected in the classroom. Lists six questions that can help difficult boards find ways to work together. (MLF) Descriptors: *Boards of Education; Conflict Resolution; Elementary Secondary Education; *Group Dynamics; *Organizational Climate; *Superintendents; *Teamwork; EJ634846 EA538882 Teamwork at the Top. Author: Vail, Kathleen Availability: Kluwer Academic Publisher, 101 Philip Dr., Assinippi Park, Norwell, MA 02061. Tel: 781-871-6600. Journal Citation: American School Board Journal, v188 n11 p23-25 Nov 2001 Publication Date: 2001 ISSN: 0003-0953 Language: English Document Type: Guides--Non-classroom (055); Journal articles (080) Journal Announcement: CIJAPR2002 Abstract: Professionals who have worked with school leaders say conflict results from the board and superintendent stepping into each other's territory. They advise: beware the revolving door; keep your roles straight; redefine your concept of power; build trust; know where you're going; and know when to cut your losses. A sidebar lists resources. (MLF) Descriptors: Administrator Role; *Board Administrator Relationship; Board of Education Role; *Boards of Education; *Collegiality; Elementary Secondary Education; *Leadership Effectiveness; *Superintendents; *Teamwork; EJ627886 EA538401 The Leadership Crisis: The Shortage of Qualified Superintendents Is Not Going Away. Author: Esparo, Louis J.; Rader, Robert Availability: Journal Citation: American School Board Journal, v188 n5 p46-48 May 2001 Publication Date: 2001 ISSN: 0003-0953 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Evaluative (142) Journal Announcement: CIJDEC2001 Abstract: Local, regional, and state agencies must examine the superintendent shortage and determine who should address and resolve it. Boards should consider reviewing school-system governance, examine accountability issues, consider redefining and reconstituting the superintendency, address preparation program deficiencies, and identify talented leaders earlier. (MLH) Descriptors: Administrator Education; *Administrator Qualifications; *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; Governance; *Labor Turnover; Recruitment; *Superintendents Identifiers: *Superintendent Shortage EJ624688 EA538086 Policy Governance Revisited. Author: Price, William J. Availability: Journal Citation: School Administrator, v58 n2 p46-48,50 Feb 2001 Publication Date: 2001 ISSN: 0036-6439 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Opinion papers (120) Journal Announcement: CIJOCT2001 Abstract: An administrator trainer/former superintendent's experience suggests that corporate governance models don't fit the reality of school governance in many districts. Elected board members define their roles differently than their business counterparts and derive little or no monetary benefit from public service. The "new breed" resemble political interns. (MLH) Descriptors: *Administrator Role; *Board Administrator Relationship; Definitions; *Educational Policy; Elementary Secondary Education; *Governance; Ideology; Political Influences; Politics of Education; *Role Conflict; *Superintendents Identifiers: *Corporate Culture EJ601230 EA536869 Changing the Dynamics of a Board from Hell. Author: Summers, Mary E.; Wells, Mary H. Availability: Journal Citation: School Administrator, v57 n3 p54-55 Mar 2000 Publication Date: 2000 ISSN: 0036-6439 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Evaluative (142) Journal Announcement: CIJAUG2000 Abstract: Adversarial board situations are draining. To succeed in the face of strained relations with the board, superintendents must preserve their inner strength and confidence, keep the whole board informed, involve the community in district activities, and provide joint training on maintaining an effective relationship. (MLH) Descriptors: *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; *Governance; *Politics of Education; *Success; *Superintendents Identifiers: Adversary Method EJ601224 EA536863 Clarifying Board and Superintendent Roles. Author: Dawson, Linda J.; Quinn, Randy Availability: Journal Citation: School Administrator, v57 n3 p12-14,16,18 Mar 2000 Publication Date: 2000 ISSN: 0036-6439 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Descriptive (141) Journal Announcement: CIJAUG2000 Abstract: The traditional governance culture in which most school boards function contributes to role confusion. Most board policies focus more on operational concerns than on governance. Several Colorado boards have applied John Carver's Policy Governance model to define their parameters. A sidebar summarizes (positive) results of two superintendency studies. (MLH) Descriptors: *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; Consultants; Elementary Secondary Education; *Governance; Models; *Role Conflict; *Superintendents Identifiers: Colorado EJ599053 EA536730 Ten Things Superintendents Can Do To Create and Maintain an Effective School Governance Team. Author: Goodman, Richard H.; Fulbright, Luann Availability: Journal Citation: ERS Spectrum, v17 n4 p3-13 Fall 1999 Publication Date: 1999 ISSN: 0740-7874 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Evaluative (142) Journal Announcement: CIJJUL2000 Abstract: To improve board-administrator relations, superintendents should establish a firm foundation for teamwork, nurture mutual respect and support, understand their roles, be a supercoach, encourage frequent, two-way communication, avoid surprises, discourage micromanagement, avoid wasting teammates' time, tackle conflict, and assess the team's progress. (Contains 24 references.) (MLH) Descriptors: *Board Administrator Relationship; Communication Problems; Elementary Secondary Education; *Governance; *Leadership Responsibility; *Role Perception; *Superintendents; *Teamwork Identifiers: Respect EJ591093 EA536176 Superintendent Evaluation. Author: Castallo, Richard Availability: Journal Citation: American School Board Journal, v186 n8 p23-26 Aug 1999 Publication Date: 1999 ISSN: 0003-0953 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Evaluative (142) Journal Announcement: CIJMAR2000 Abstract: School boards can learn some lessons from effective teacher evaluation and from teachers' judgment of student performance. Under a "rubric" approach, the board determines specific district goals and bases the superintendent's evaluation on whether he or she is leading the system in that direction. Board feedback is essential. (MLH) Descriptors: *Administrator Evaluation; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; *Evaluation Criteria; Feedback; *Superintendents Identifiers: *Scoring Rubrics EJ587635 EA535991 Interviewing the Lions in Their Den. Author: Murray, Kenneth T.; Murray, Barbara A. Availability: Journal Citation: School Administrator, v56 n6 p26-30 Jun 1999 Publication Date: 1999 ISSN: 0036-6439 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Evaluative (142) Journal Announcement: CIJJAN2000 Abstract: Two former superintendents reveal what questions to expect when facing a school board in the course of a job search. Questions on board interference, instructional role, and budget development are a good bet. Candidates should shake hands firmly, dress conservatively, be forthright, and watch their demeanor. (MLH) Descriptors: *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; *Employment Interviews; Interpersonal Competence; Job Skills; *Superintendents EJ573453 EA535024 Outsourcing the Superintendency: Contextual Changes to the Urban School Superintendent. Author: Sanders, Eugene T. W.; And Others Availability: Journal Citation: American Secondary Education, v27 n1 p1-8 Fall 1998 Publication Date: 1998 ISSN: 0003-1003 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Evaluative (142) Journal Announcement: CIJJUN1999 Abstract: Analyzes an urban Ohio school board's decision regarding potential employment of a business firm instead of a traditional superintendent, highlighting the board's selection process and the nature of board/community interactions. The study used an interview guide format with five board members. The board chose not to hire a Minnesota-based firm for legal, political, and accountability reasons. (12 references) (MLH) Descriptors: Accountability; *Administrator Selection; *Boards of Education; Decision Making; Elementary Secondary Education; Interviews; Legal Problems; Politics of Education; Private Sector; School Administration; *School Business Relationship; *Superintendents; *Urban Schools Identifiers: Ohio; *Outsourcing EJ568571 EA534828 School Board Chairmen and School Superintendents: An Analysis of Perceptions Concerning Special Interest Groups and Educational Governance. Author: Feuerstein, Abe; Opfer, V. Darleen Availability: Journal Citation: Journal of School Leadership, v9 n4 p373-98 Jul 1998 Publication Date: 1998 ISSN: 1052-6846 Language: English Document Type: Journal articles (080); Reports--Research (143) Journal Announcement: CIJMAR1999 Abstract: Surveyed all Virginia school board chairmen and superintendents on local governance issues. Discusses both groups' perceptions of board members' orientation to their role as elected representatives, their personal attitude toward the electoral process, their assessment of interest-group involvement in district decision making, their feelings concerning public support, and their evaluation of board/superintendent tensions. (24 references) (MLH) Descriptors: *Administrator Attitudes; *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; *Governance; *Local Issues; Public Support; *Superintendents Identifiers: *Virginia EJ562489 EA534409 Leading for Change. Author: Eadie, Douglas C. Availability: Journal Citation: American School Board Journal v185 n3 p22-25 Mar 1998 Publication Date: 1998-00-00 ISSN: ISSN-0003-0953 Language: English Document Type: Guides (055); Journal Articles (080) Journal Announcement: CIJOCT1998 Abstract: A strong board-superintendent relationship is essential to lead change successfully. Strategic management focuses on identifying specific strategic issues that tend to involve such high educational, financial, or political stakes that they cannot sensibly be left to normal routine. Strategic change initiatives are a schedule of tasks with specific accountabilities and required resources. (22 references) (MLF) Descriptors: *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; *Change Strategies; Elementary Secondary Education; *Leadership; Models; School Districts; *Strategic Planning; *Superintendents Target Audience: Policymakers EJ554757 TM520551 The Roles of Pennsylvania Superintendents and School Board Members as Perceived by Superintendents and School Board Members. Author: McAdams, Richard P.; Cressman, Brad K. Availability: Journal Citation: Educational Research Quarterly v21 n1 p44-57 Sep 1997 Publication Date: 1997-00-00 ISSN: ISSN-0196-5042 Language: English Document Type: Journal Articles (080); Reports (143) Journal Announcement: CIJAPR1998 Abstract: Perceptions of school superintendents and school board members regarding their respective roles in school governance were studied with 175 superintendents and 226 school board members. Significant differences were found in role perceptions of superintendents and school board members; both groups believed they should have more authority relative to the other group. (SLD) Descriptors: Administrator Attitudes; Administrator Responsibility; *Administrator Role; *Boards of Education; *Educational Administration; Elementary Secondary Education; *Power Structure; *Superintendents Identifiers: *Pennsylvania EJ547281 EA533537 The Roles of Superintendents and School Boards in Engaging the Public with the Public Schools. Author: Houston, Paul; Bryant, Anne Availability: Journal Citation: Phi Delta Kappan v78 n10 p756-59 Jun 1997 Publication Date: 1997-00-00 ISSN: ISSN-0031-7217 Language: English Document Type: Journal Articles (080); Viewpoints (120) Journal Announcement: CIJDEC1997 Abstract: Directors of the American Association of School Administrators and the National School Boards Association discuss superintendents' and school boards' complementary roles in ensuring that all community members become public school stakeholders. Boards and superintendents must respect each other, stop sending mixed signals, clarify roles and goals, create media education sections, and discover what people want from schools. (MLH) Descriptors: *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; *Citizen Participation; Community Involvement; *Cooperation; Elementary Education; Professional Associations; Public Schools; *Role; *Superintendents Identifiers: American Association of School Administrators; National School Boards Association EJ535640 EA532662 ISO: The Ideal Superintendent. Author: McAdams, Richard P. Availability: Journal Citation: American School Board Journal v183 n11 p56,58 Nov 1996 Publication Date: 1996-00-00 ISSN: ISSN-0003-0953 Language: English Document Type: Journal Articles (080); Guides (055) Journal Announcement: CIJMAY1997 Abstract: Describes strategies for conducting a successful superintendent search. Outlines issues for the school board to consider, including 10 questions about the nature of the school board and 10 questions to ask the prospective superintendents. Contains tips for identifying the board's and superintendent's operating and communication styles. (LMI) Descriptors: *Administrator Characteristics; Administrator Role; *Administrator Selection; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; Leadership Styles; *Organizational Communication; *Superintendents DocumentsED463583 EA031582Changing Times, Changing Relationships: An Exploration of the Relationship between Superintendents and Boards of Education. Author: Petersen, George J.; Fusarelli, Lance D. Availability: For full text: http://www.ncspe.org. Publication Date: November 2001 Language: English Document Type: Information Analysis (070); Speeches/meeting papers (150) Journal Announcement: RIEOCT2002 Abstract: The relationship between the superintendent and board of education has a significant impact on the quality of a district's educational program. This conceptual paper explores the implications of three distinct trends for that relationship: (1) changing demographics; (2) changes brought about by school reform; and (3) changes in superintendents themselves. The heart of this paper explores the impact of these trends on superintendent-board relationships in the future. After examining current research on superintendent-board relations, the paper considers recent demographic trends and speculates whether changing demographics would alter, in any substantive way, relations between superintendents and boards of education. In a similar vein, how do reforms such as the development of more comprehensive accountability systems (often tied to performance or merit pay for administrators) and changes in school governance models (such as the Chicago model) impact the relationship between superintendents and their school boards? Finally, how do changes in superintendents themselves--in their training and work experiences--affect their relations with school boards? Essentially, the authors ask whether any of these changes will influence or alter relations between superintendents and school boards and, if so, in what way? The essay concludes by posing a series of "Interesting Questions" meant to stimulate discussion and further research into board-superintendent relations. (Contains 49 references.) (RT) Descriptors: *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; *Superintendents; Descriptive Terms: Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the University Council for Educational Administration (Cincinnati, OH, November 2-4, 2001). Geographic Source: U.S.; Missouri ED459517 EA031467 Team Leadership for Student Achievement: The Roles of the School Board and the Superintendent. Author: Henderson, Ellen; Henry, Jeannie; Saks, Judith Brody; Wright, Anne Institutional Author: National School Boards Association, Alexandria, VA.(BBB23035); American Association of School Administrators, Arlington, VA.(BBB16801) Availability: NSBA Distribution Center, P.O. Box 161, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701 (Item Number 09-141-SA: members, $16; nonmembers, $20). Tel: 800-706-6722 (Toll Free); Fax: 301-604-0158; Web site: http://www.nsba.org; e-mail: info@nsba.org. Publication Date: 2001 ISBN: BN- 0-88364-249-2; Language: English Document Type: Book (010); Guides--Non-classroom (055) Journal Announcement: RIEMAY2002 Abstract: A school district's board of education is a governing body that has the responsibility of creating vision and direction, setting policy, providing resources, and monitoring the results of student achievement initiatives for its district. The board and superintendent must work together as a leadership team for the district, modeling to the staff and community a shared commitment to continuous academic improvement. This book explores the "Key Work of School Boards" framework for systems thinking and action. Chapter 1 presents an overview of guidelines for board-superintendent role differentiation, a description of the Key Work dimensions, and a glossary of educational terms relating to student achievement. Chapters 2 through 9 look closely at the roles of the board and superintendent in relation to each of the Key Work elements. Chapters 10 through 21 present profiles of board-superintendent teams making a positive difference in the quality of education in their districts. This book is intended to serve as a stimulus for dialogue, inspiration for building relationships, and a framework for mutually developed teamwork. The book concludes with a list of resources on board-superintendent relations, notes about the authors, acknowledgements, and lists of publications by the National School Boards Association and American Association of School Administrators. (RT) Descriptors: Academic Achievement; *Administrator Role; *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; *Superintendents; *Systems Approach; Geographic Source: U.S.; Virginia ED458712 EA031430 Who's in Charge around Here? Author: Chan, Tak Cheung; Pool, Harbison; Strickland, Jessie S. Availability: OECD Publications, 2, rue Andre-Pascal, 75775 Paris Cedex 16, France. Web site: http://www.SourceOECD.org. Publication Date: November 2001 Language: English Document Type: Information Analysis (070); Speeches/meeting papers (150) Journal Announcement: RIEAPR2002 Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the perspectives of 50 of the nation's best school superintendents to gain insight into their success. Researchers used a self-designed instrument, containing 38 quantifiable items in 5 sections: (1) the superintendent's background; (2) the superintendent's school district; (3) the superintendent's role; (4) the superintendent and his or her school board; and (5) the superintendent's leadership perspective. Surveys were sent to 50 superintendents. Responses indicate that more 77 percent had served as school principals at some point in their careers. No superintendent reported that he or she worked 40 or fewer hours; more than 85 percent worked 50 hours or more a week. Surprisingly, only 19 percent indicated daily symptoms of stress related to their jobs. More than 40 percent of the superintendents who needed to learn about school board/superintendent relationships went to the board chair, mostly using the telephone as their primary mode of communication with their boards. Seventy-five percent indicated that the majority of their role was that of leadership rather than management. All responding superintendents rated their own overall performance as educational leaders as either exemplary (45.8 percent) or good (54.2 percent). (Contains 14 references.) (DFR) Descriptors: *Boards of Education; Educational Change; Elementary Secondary Education; *Leadership; *Leadership Qualities; Leadership Styles; Mentors; Principals; Public Schools; *School Administration; *Stress Variables; *Superintendents; Teaching Load; Working Hours; Descriptive Terms: Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the Southern Regional Council on Educational Administration (Jacksonville, Florida, November 1-4, 2001.) Geographic Source: U.S.; Georgia ED458684 EA031396 Leadership for Student Learning: Restructuring School District Leadership. School Leadership for the 21st Century Initiative: A Report of the Task Force on School District Leadership. Institutional Author: Institute for Educational Leadership, Washington, DC.(BBB18552) Availability: Institute for Educational Leadership, 1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 310, Washington, DC 20036. Tel: 202-822-8405; Fax: 202-872-4050. For full text: http://www.iel.org. Sponsoring Agency: Office of Educational Research and Improvement (ED), Washington, DC. (EDD00036)@; UPS Foundation, Inc., Greenwich, CT. (BBB16937)@; Metropolitan Life Foundation. (BBB22696)@; Ford Foundation, New York, NY. (QPX27000)@; Carnegie Corp. of New York, NY. (QPX12280) Publication Date: February 2001 ISBN: BN- 0-937846-18-X; Language: English Document Type: Opinion papers (120) Journal Announcement: RIEAPR2002 Abstract: This report displays the themes and concerns that worried a cross-section of carefully selected educators and leaders in government, business, and civic groups. While failing to agree completely on the nature of the problems or their solutions, Task Force members were in accord on two conclusions: that district leaders must focus on the goal of improving student learning and that the school system must be organized in such a way as to make this its fundamental priority. Many school board members and superintendents say they do not have the training to handle all the new demands being placed on them. It is not surprising that there is a shortage of applicants for superintendent vacancies. Most school district leadership requires organizational leadership, public leadership, and instructional leadership. One model of leadership arrangement is policy governance with strict delineation of the board as policymaker and the superintendent as administrator. Nontraditional leadership patterns feature collaborative relationships where senior staff members share responsibilities that traditionally are handled by one person. Superintendents now may be corporate lawyers, business executives, or military officers. Strategies for district restructuring involve planning for recruitment and succession, creating and maintaining an informed leadership base, building a learning organization, and holding leadership accountable. (Contains 24 references.) (RKJ) Descriptors: *Academic Achievement; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; *Leadership Responsibility; Public Schools; *School Districts; *School Restructuring; *Superintendents; Descriptive Terms: Based on the Task Force meeting in July 2000. Geographic Source: U.S.; District of Columbia ED415215 SP037724 Work-Related Behaviors of Elected and Appointed Local Superintendents of Education in the State of Alabama. Author: McGriff, Toni Hughes; Bishop, Harold; Rice, Margaret Availability: Publication Date: 1997-00-00 Copy Availibility: EDRS Price MF01/PC02 Plus Postage. Language: English Pages: 30 Document Type: Reports (143); Speeches, Conference Papers (150) Journal Announcement: RIEMAY1998 Abstract: This study examined the perceptions of school board chairs and teacher leaders regarding the work-related behaviors of Alabama's elected and appointed local school superintendents. A mailed survey sought information on: demographics; work-related behaviors identified as essential for successful school system leadership; perceptions of superintendents' general leadership performance in the specific educational delivery system; and specific school improvement actions initiated/completed by the superintendent within the past 5 years. Participants were: (1) 80 current school board chairs of Alabama public school systems within each of Alabama's school districts that elected superintendents and appointed school superintendents and (2) teacher leaders from each of the 80 districts. Over 50 percent completed the mailed survey, with fairly equal response from the two groups. Board chairs had more positive perceptions than did teacher leaders. There was no relationship between the groups regarding perceptions of superintendents' general leadership performance. There were 23 frequently demonstrated work-related behaviors for superintendents, with appointed superintendents demonstrating them more often than elected superintendents. Elected superintendents initiated/completed specific improvement actions more often than did appointed superintendents. Both groups of superintendents had initiated/completed technology purchases, purchased new school buses, constructed new schools and other buildings, and provided instructional material and supplies to students. (Contains 17 references.) (SM) Descriptors: Administrator Effectiveness; *Administrator Role; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; Leadership Qualities; Public School Teachers; Public Schools; School Districts; *Superintendents; Teacher Attitudes Identifiers: *Alabama; Appointive Positions; Elected Positions; Teacher Leaders; *Work Commitment Descriptive Terms: Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the Mid-South Educational Research Association (Memphis, TN, November 12-14, 1997). Level: 1 Geographic Source: U.S.; Alabama ED413651 EA028744 Getting There from Here. School Board-Superintendent Collaboration: Creating a School Governance Team Capable of Raising Student Achievement. Author: Goodman, Richard H.; Fulbright, Luann; Zimmerman, William G., Jr. Institutional Author: New England School Development Council, Marlborough, MA; FGK23985 _ Educational Research Service, Arlington, VA. Availability: Educational Research Service, 2000 Clarendon Blvd., Arlington, VA 22201; phone: (800)791-9308; fax: (800)791-9309 (Stock No. 0254; $18, nonsubscriber; $9, ERS comprehensive subscriber; quantity discounts). Publication Date: 1997-00-00 Copy Availibility: Document Not Available from EDRS. Language: English Pages: 123 Document Type: Reports (143) Journal Announcement: RIEAPR1998 Abstract: School board-superintendent collaboration is essential to the success of public education. This report presents findings of a study that focused on board-superintendent collaboration for higher student achievement. Data were collected through a review of state laws and interviews conducted with 132 educators, parents, and other citizens in 10 diverse school districts in 5 states--Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, Oregon, and Texas. The report offers 41 recommendations in 6 categories: (1) Build a foundation for teamwork; (2) get the best and most capable team players; (3) ensure that the team players know their roles and responsibilities; (4) get into team training; (5) adopt good team strategies; and (6) convince others to support the team. Appendices contain profiles of the 10 school districts, including profiles of their student achievement, school board members, and superintendents; job descriptions of superintendents and board members; and a partial bibliography of school district governance. (LMI) Descriptors: *Board Administrator Relationship; *Boards of Education; Elementary Secondary Education; Interprofessional Relationship; *School Administration; State Legislation; *Superintendents; *Teamwork Level: 3 Geographic Source: U.S.; Massachusetts ED400625 EA028020 Mandatory School Board Training: An Idea Whose Time Has Come? Author: Petronis, Janis; And Others Availability: Publication Date: 1996-00-00 Copy Availibility: EDRS Price MF01/PC01 Plus Postage. Language: English Pages: 19 Document Type: Reports (143) Journal Announcement: RIEMAR1997 Abstract: Illinois' school-reform act of 1985 authorized the development of an Administrators Academy for training principals to evaluate teachers and for training superintendents to evaluate principals. Renewal of school administrators' certification was contingent upon attendance. Some practitioners, educators, and state association directors began to explore the feasibility of mandating training for all school-board members. This paper presents findings of a study that examined Illinois superintendents' views about requiring mandatory training for members of school boards. A national survey of executive directors of school board associations was conducted in spring 1990. Six states--Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas--were found to require training programs for school board members. In fall 1990, a survey of all 967 Illinois superintendents elicited 497 usable returns. In general, superintendents, particularly those in smaller districts, viewed mandatory school-board training as necessary. Superintendents of larger districts did not see training as a viable method for reducing administrator-board conflict. It is recommended that course content focus on instructional leadership, academic goals, high expectations for students and teachers, school climate, and school-effectiveness measures. An overview of the six states' training programs is also provided. Two tables are included. (Contains 19 references.) (LMI) Descriptors: Administrator Evaluation; *Board Administrator Relationship; *Board of Education Role; *Boards of Education; Effective Schools Research; Elementary Secondary Education; *Professional Development; School Effectiveness; State Legislation; *Superintendents Identifiers: *Illinois Level: 1 Geographic Source: U.S.; Texas ED396445 EA027689 Moving the Focus to Children: Four Female Superintendents Look at Their First Three Years. Author: Pavan, Barbara Nelson; And Others Availability: Publication Date: 1996-04-00 Copy Availibility: EDRS Price MF01/PC02 Plus Postage. Language: English Pages: 29 Document Type: Speeches, Conference Papers (150); Reports (143) Journal Announcement: RIENOV1996 Abstract: A review of literature indicates that relations between entry-level, female superintendents and school boards have been problematic. This paper presents findings of a study that identified the major issues faced by four female entry-level superintendents, how they handled these situations, and the strategies they used during their first year as superintendents. Data were obtained through two group interviews--the first at the end of the superintendents' first year on the job and the second after 30 months. After nearly 3 years in the superintendency, the women's conversation revolved around the following prominent issues: the importance of providing information and training to the board; finding a balance between work and personal life; job seeking advice; maintaining open communications and interactive leadership styles; and handling gender differences (for example, not asking for or knowing about perks that their male counterparts routinely request and receive). (Contains 40 references.) (LMI) Descriptors: *Boards of Education; Career Development; Elementary Secondary Education; Females; Interprofessional Relationship; Leadership; *Leadership Styles; Orientation; *Quality of Working Life; *Superintendents; *Women Administrators Identifiers: *Beginning Superintendents Descriptive Terms: Paper presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association (New York, NY, April 8-12, 1996). Level: 1 Geographic Source: U.S.; Pennsylvania ED395365 EA027552 The Evaluation Role of School Boards: A Superintendent's Perspective. Author: Horn, John D. Institutional Author: Center for Research in Educational Accountability and Teacher Evaluation (CREATE), Kalamazoo, MI. Availability: CREATE, The Evaluation Center, WMU, 401B Ellsworth Hall, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5178. Sponsoring Agency: Office of Educational Research and Improvement (ED), Washington, DC. Publication Date: 1996-01-00 Copy Availibility: EDRS Price MF01/PC02 Plus Postage. Language: English Pages: 26 Document Type: Guides (055); Viewpoints (120) Journal Announcement: RIEOCT1996 Abstract: This handbook offers observations from the superintendent's viewpoint about the evaluation responsibilities of school board members and school boards. The handbook describes important features of the evaluation role of school boards and offers a detailed description of what the board should evaluate within the context of the districts--who the board should evaluate and which aspect of school operations it should assess. It is argued that boards should be responsible for focusing on the following areas: mission and priorities; values, beliefs, and philosophies; curriculum; planning and continuous improvement initiatives; relationships among system components; policy development and review; and support systems. The handbook asserts that the focus of evaluation roles is more on raising the right questions than on promoting answers. In general, boards should pay more evaluative attention to those aspects of school governance that hold more promise for long-term improvements. (Contains 13 references.) (LMI) Descriptors: *Board of Education Role; *Boards of Education; *Educational Assessment; Educational Improvement; Elementary Secondary Education; Evaluation Criteria; *Evaluation Methods; *Superintendents Level: 1 Target Audience: Administrators; Practitioners Contract Number: R117Q00047 Geographic Source: U.S.; Michigan |