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BRAVO Principal!

Building Relationships with Actions that Value Others
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BRAVO Principal! by Sandra Harris guides school leaders in becoming outstanding by building strong relationships with teachers, students, parents, and the community. This updated edition emphasises shared purpose, cultural responsiveness, integrity, and creative conflict resolution strategies. Each chapter concludes with review questions designed to help principals reflect on and enhance their leadership skills, ultimately fostering a thriving and inclusive learning environment.
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This book is ideal for current and aspiring school principals and educational leaders seeking to strengthen their leadership through relationship-building and reflective practice.

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This book provides you with the tools for emphasizing shared purpose, caring, integrity, and honesty so you can Build Relationships with Actions that Value Others.

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It is only through effective leadership actions that principals can become outstanding leaders. By building relationships that value all stakeholders—including teachers, students, parents, and community members—your actions will lead to a thriving school. This book provides you with the tools for emphasising shared purpose, caring, integrity, and honesty so you can Build Relationships with Actions that Value Others.

In this updated edition, you’ll find out how to:

  • Establish trusting relationships based on mutual support, respect, and empowerment.
  • Demonstrate cultural responsiveness by embracing diversity and integrating multicultural awareness throughout the curriculum.
  • Employ creative problem-solving strategies and address conflicts with students, parents, and staff.
  • Develop a learning culture to nurture student and teacher achievement.

Each chapter concludes with a set of review questions to help you to reflect, evaluate, and improve upon your leadership skills. Filled with suggestions for actions that you can apply today, this book shows you how to become a BRAVO Principal!

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"BRAVO Principal! is a refreshing look at the personal side of leading. Harris demonstrates that who you are is as important as what you do," praises Richard A. Flanary, highlighting its focus on developing personal skills critical for leadership success. Stacey Edmonson calls it "a must-read for all school leaders," noting its practical examples and exercises that benefit principals, teachers, and students. The book also introduces a 'leadership practice field' through reflective activities, making it both a compelling read and a practical guide.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781138851573

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 August 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Routledge

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 218g

Pages: 134

About the Author

Sandra Harris is Doctoral Dissertation Coordinator for the Center for Doctoral Studies in Global Educational Leadership and Professor of Educational Leadership at Lamar University.

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