Thomas F. Marshall
Foreword by Christopher Lehman ix
Acknowledgments xii
Introduction Reclaim the Principalship xiv
Chapter 1
Get Smarter with a Professional Network 1
Build a professional network with other principals to share
knowledge and support
Chapter 2
Coach Teachers to Improve Student Learning 27
Coach teachers sustainably, with a plan to improve instruction
across the school
Chapter 3
Manage Your School with Learning in Mind 51
Put learning before management in leadership decisions by
researching issues and working collaboratively
Chapter 4
Evaluate to Support Teachers’ and Students’ Learning 83
Evaluate teachers honestly, constructively, and supportively
to encourage both teacher engagement and student learning
Chapter 5
Unite and Lead the School Community with Learning Themes 112
Lead the school community with a unified vision of your school
community’s goals
Chapter 6
Nurture the Learner Within 133
Strengthen yourself by honoring your own personal learning
References 149