Turning a School Around

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For those truly interested in improving instruction, this is an important read. Principals, central office administrators, and teachers will all benefit from these critical and effective strategies. -- Jeff Adams, superintendent, Farmersville ISD Fundamental truths are spoken by Dr. Josh Martin as he labels key practices that increase student learning. Dr. Martin nailed it for increased student success when he addressed the set expectation and practice of scheduling daily time for walk-throughs. The practices described here are not laden with edu-speak, but they are laden with truth. -- Linda Parker, EdD, deputy superintendent, Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD Dr. Martin points out great instructional leaders not only can identify great instruction, but can ensure teachers share their understanding and expectations of classroom instruction. Identifying these concepts will help school districts better hire and train principals, resulting in improved instruction and student learning. -- Joe Harrington, EdD, assistant superintendent, Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD This book is a great resource of information for both principals, and those training principals. It is rooted in practical application and focuses on instructional leadership that is both relevant and effective in increasing student achievement and teacher effectiveness. -- Garry Jameson, assistant superintendent, Farmersville ISD Dr. Martin identifies several research-based, high-yield strategies that all principals should be leading if they are serious about improving student learning and achievement. Dr. Martin emphasis on principals as instructional leaders who understand and can discuss multiple components of good quality instruction is spot on. -- Damon Edwards, EdD, Deputy Superintendent, Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD