Description: Getting Ready for a New Academic Session: School Administrative Tips for School Leaders to Start Steady and Roll Easier is a timely, practical guide crafted to support school heads, administrators, and leadership teams in setting their schools up for success-before the very first bell rings.
Grounded in research-backed theories and rich professional experience, this book walks school leaders through the key dimensions of academic-year preparation: strategic leadership, team mobilization, curriculum planning, systems management, and culture-building. It introduces models such as Tyler's Curriculum Model, Donald Schön's Reflective Practice, Kotter's 8-Step Change Model, and Epstein's Framework for Parental Engagement, among others-all adapted for practical use in educational contexts. With helpful tools, visual diagrams, templates, and reflection questions, this resource empowers leaders to plan intentionally, lead confidently, and foster an environment where both learners and teachers can thrive.Whether you're a seasoned school head or stepping into leadership for the first time, this guide will help you start strong and stay steady throughout the academic year.