| Description |
vi, 124 pages ; 23 cm |
| Contents |
1. Traditional conflict : woman or leader? / Sandra Harris -- 2. A warrior for children : Dawn Lynette Smith / Carolyn Carr -- 3. Just don't tell me I can't! : Sandra Lowery / Sandra Harris -- 4. The right stuff : living a legacy of leadership : Molly Helminger / Betty Alford -- 5. The trailblazer : Donnya Stephens / Julia Ballenger -- 6. A portrait of leadership : making a difference : Patsy Hallman / Betty Alford -- 7. Artful leadership outside the box : Candace Newland / Carolyn Carr -- 8. The quest for excellence : Bette Davis / Faye Hicks-Townes -- 9. An unusual ascension to the superintendency : Sharon Richardson / Julia Ballenger -- 10. Born to teach : Dawn Shelton-Mitchell / Faye Hicks-Townes -- 11. Building a bridge to ourselves / Sandra Harris |
| Summary |
"Winning Women is a case study of female leaders in education who have been recognized for outstanding leadership ability and their performance at the local, regional, state, and/or national levels. It was developed from interviews with these teachers, principals, and superintendents and covers a broad range of topics: early childhood experiences, educational background, leadership style and skills, career path, mentoring experiences, personal and professional barriers, and advice to other women considering leadership careers."--BOOK JACKET |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 119-122) |
| Subject |
Women school administrators -- United States.
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Women educators -- United States.
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Educational leadership -- United States.
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| Author |
Harris, Sandra, 1946-
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| LC no. |
2004006769 |
| ISBN |
1578861586 paperback alkaline paper |
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