{"product_id":"dealing-with-the-tough-stuff-isbn-9781118132944","title":"Dealing with the Tough Stuff","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe much-needed leadership tips and tools for new school administrators\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFledgling school administrators are often ill-prepared for their new leadership role and are frequently left to their own devices to navigate the slippery terrain of school administration. \u003ci\u003eDealing with the Tough Stuff: Practical Solutions for School Administrators\u003c\/i\u003e addresses some of the thornier aspects of being an assistant principal such as handling discipline, mediating student conflicts, working with parents, facilitating parent conferences, and working with staff members. This handy guide will teach the tricks of the trade in order to survive and thrive in the job.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFilled with the information that is rarely taught but school leaders need to know to be effective administrators\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWritten by John Gabriel and Paul Farmer, two veteran and award-winning school leaders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes strategies and illustrative examples for dealing with the down-to-earth problems that confront school administrators\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePractical and insightful, the book covers everything from working effectively with parents and staff to mediating conflicts.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForeword by \u003ci\u003eDouglas Reeves\u003c\/i\u003e ix\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAcknowledgments xiii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout the Authors xv\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction xvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart One \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking with Students 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOne \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eResponding to Student Conflicts 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognize Student Conflicts 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMediate Student Conflicts 6\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAddress Bullying 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResolve Student-Teacher Conflicts 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTwo \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding and Preventing Student Misbehavior 27\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscuss Discipline with Your Staff 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReview Discipline Data 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake Connections 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThree \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eDealing with Student Discipline 45\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReview Your Referrals 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngage Your Students 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWork with Your Students 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFour \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eConducting Investigations 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManage Your Investigation 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAddress Postdiscipline Concerns 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart Two \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking with Adults 79\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFive \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eCreating and Maintaining Parent Partnerships 81\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuild a Foundation 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvolve Parents 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeep the Focus on the Student 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGo Above and Beyond 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSix \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eFacilitating Parent Conferences 99\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBefore the Conference 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDuring the Conference 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfter the Conference 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeven \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eNavigating Staff Communication 111\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGuide Conversations 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocus on Behaviors, Not Attitudes 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTend the Grapevine 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEight \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuilding Capacity 129\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintain a Focus on Deep Learning 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProvide Support for Collaborative Teams 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDevelop Other Leaders 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eConclusion: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eBeyond the Tough Stuff 153\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReferences 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 161\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJOHN G. GABRIEL\u003c\/b\u003e is a nationally known presenter, best-selling author, and principal of John Champe High School in Loudoun County, Virginia.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePAUL C. FARMER\u003c\/b\u003e, a veteran educator and former school principal, is an educational consultant with Solution Tree, Inc., providing consulting services nationally for schools and districts.   \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDEALING WITH THE \u003cb\u003eTOUGH STUFF\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNew school administrators often feel ill prepared for this unique leadership role. Those who aren't fortunate enough to have a helpful mentor to show them the ropes are frequently left to their own devices to traverse the slippery terrain of school administration. Even veteran administrators now face new challenges as the demands on their position have increased in recent years. Written by two skillful and experienced school administrators, this book helps readers navigate the thorniest aspects of school leadership, such as handling discipline, mediating student conflicts, conferring with parents, facilitating parent conferences, and working with staff members. Practical and insightful, this handy guide shows how to survive and thrive as a school leader.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePRAISE FOR\u003c\/b\u003e DEALING WITH THE TOUGH STUFF  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"At the heart of this book is a solid framework and practical solutions for any school administrator dealing with student misbehavior, teacher distress, or parent conflict. Gabriel and Farmer offer new and aspiring administrators clear, concrete advice to help them build effective relationships with their stakeholders and become seasoned leaders.\" —\u003cb\u003eDANIEL A. DOMENECH, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e, executive director, American Association of School Administrators (AASA)  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Filled with wisdom and insight about managing student conflicts, mastering the art of constructive staff conversations, and meeting parents as partners, Gabriel and Farmer hit the mark with practical ideas for aspiring, new, and veteran school leaders.\"?? —\u003cb\u003eROBIN FOGARTY, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e, coauthor, \u003ci\u003eSupporting Differentiated Instruction;\u003c\/i\u003e president of Robin Fogarty \u0026amp; Associates  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"With their many years of school administration experience, Gabriel and Farmer offer actionable strategies and advice that address the root causes of many problems that challenge schools. These practical, step-by-step approaches to managing and reducing conflict, addressing student discipline, communicating effectively, and building capacity are invaluable to practicing and aspiring school administrators.\" —\u003cb\u003eS. DAVID BRAZER, Ph.D.\u003c\/b\u003e, coauthor, \u003ci\u003eUsing Research to Lead School Improvement;\u003c\/i\u003e associate professor, George Mason University\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jossey-Bass","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989028389093,"sku":"NP9781118132944","price":27.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781118132944.jpg?v=1761782501","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/dealing-with-the-tough-stuff-isbn-9781118132944","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}