Over 43 indicators and hundreds of practical ideas are given to assist in developing effective schools. Gene has visited over 900 schools over the past 15 years to compile the information in this book. More importantly, he has tried and tested all of these ideas in his own schools during his 33 years as an educator.

He has received hundreds of letters from educators affirming the success of the principles in this book. Gene has been a pioneer in developing a value driven organization and value centered people.

This book includes:

• Shared Governance Ideas
• Parental Involvement Tools
• Positive School Climate Ideas
• Communication Tools
• High Academic Standards
• Personal Responsibility Program