Suggested Decision-Making Guidelines and Process

Suggested Decision-Making Guidelines and Process

by Bob Thompson As an administrator or board member there are many problems that come before you and/or the board during the course of a year, most of which are not controversial.   However, there are always a few decisions that, if not handled well, can become major...
Suggested Entry Plan

Suggested Entry Plan

by Bob Thompson (Things to Do When Going To a New District)   Keep in mind it is their school, their kids, and their money. Invite each board member (and his/her spouse) over to your house for a meal with your family.  This gives you a chance to know them (and...
Suggested format for listing references in a Resume [Principals]

Suggested format for listing references in a Resume [Principals]

by Bob Thompson References     How They Know Me William Jones 2270 Oak Street Example, Texas 22222 Home:  409-555-5555 Office:  409-666-6666 Mr. Jones was superintendent of Example ISD and hired me as an elementary principal. Dr. James Johnson 55 Cedar Avenue...
Suggested Guidelines for Conducting Visioning Sessions

Suggested Guidelines for Conducting Visioning Sessions

by Bob Thompson Setting for the Meetings: Meeting site:  Preferences for choosing a site (in decreasing order): Out-of-district e.g. another district, hotel meeting room, bank boardroom, etc. In-district but in neutral site, e.g. church, bank or other non-district...