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The book is full of strategies and tips Principals, those wanting tbe principals, and those mentoring principals will find this book very useful —Nancy M Moga, Principal Callaghan Elementary School, Covington, VA First-year principals need a mentor, and if one is not readily available, then this book helps fulfill the need I found myself answering the questions, filling in the blanks, or considering how a scenariplayed out —Ann Porter, Principal Lewis and Clark Elementary School, Grand Forks, SD A focused, organized approach thelp first-year school leaders succeed and grow on the job! Based on more than 40 years of experience as an educator, principal, and principal mentor, Frederick Lindley defines the role of a successful school principal as an effective leader with strong management skills Written in a conversational style, this portable guide helps entry-level principals and their mentors navigate through the first days and months of a principalship Designed around the nine-month school year, this book incorporates the revised 2008 ISLLC standards and emphasizes organization, communication, nurturing the mentoring relationship, and using a balanced approach tleading and managing Readers will alsfind information on short-term and long-term administrative responsibilities and help in planning for the second year as principal This second edition includes: - Ten core characteristics of successful strategies for improving student achievement - New A-to-Z tips on topics such as delegating, equity and fairness, grace under pressure, time management, and NCLB - Recommended reading resources for extended learning in each chapter - A chapter focused on support for the principal-mentor The second edition of The Portable Mentor is an ideal professional growth resource that is always conveniently at hand thelp school leaders successfully meet the challenges of their jobs
