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• Books That Made a Difference

  
  

  Eight current and former superintendents comment on books whose ideas have profoundly shaped their approach to school administration. Essays by Ramon Cortines, Thomas McGarry, Thomas A. Hicks, Pi Irwin, Cheryl H. Wilhoyte, Libia Gil, Roland M. Smith and Linton Deck. Also: Book ordering information.

   

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• Bonding Through Books

  by TERRANCE L. FURIN

  
  A superintendent in Pennsylvania describes his unique approach to forging a shared philosophy among board members and professional staff through group discussions of great literature. Terry Furin is superintendent of the Owen J. Roberts School District, Pottstown, Pa.

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• Mastering the Art of Throwing Darts

  by ROBERT E. MILLWARD

  
  Learning how to hit a moving target may be the most important aspect of your mid-career leadership training. Robert Millward is director of administration and leadership studies at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, Pa. Also: A resource list on training opportunities.

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• Private Lives of Public Leaders: A Spousal Perspective

  by Martha Bruckner

  
  The author’s study uncovers deep concerns over the impact of administrators’ responsibilities on their relationships with spouses and other family members. Martha Bruckner is and assistant professor and chair of the department of educational administration and supervision at University of Nebraska at Omaha.

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• For Better or Worse

  by HELEN M. SHARP

  
  The spouse of a former superintendent shares ways of minimizing the ill effects of the job on his or her mate. Helen Sharp is co-author of 100 Case Studies in Educational Administration: Implementing the Standards for School Leaders.

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