Don't teach the canaries not to sing : creating a school culture that boosts achievement /
Ramsey, Robert D.
National Association of Secondary School Principals (U.S.)
Thousand Oaks, Calif. ; London : Corwin Press,
c2008.
"A joint publication [with] National Association of Seconday School Principals."
Includes bibliographical references (p. 153) and index.
School culture under the microscope : what it is, how it works, and why it's so important -- The many phases and faces of school personalities -- Profile of a healthy school culture that works for everyone -- How do you know it's time to tune your bagpipes? Signs of a toxic school culture -- Assessing the DNA of your school's culture -- Avoiding "fratricide" (death by friendly fire) -- A dresser of sycamore trees : the leader's role in shaping the school's culture -- Don't teach the canaries not to sing : creating a school culture that works for all students -- Use all the gifts (assets) : creating a school culture that works for staff -- The dancing bear metaphor : creating a school culture that works for parents and the community -- A results-oriented work environment (ROWE) : linking culture and achievement -- No deposit, no return : culture building made simple.
School environment.
Academic achievement.
School management and organization.