"It was the best of times. It was the worst of times."
In this updated edition of Dr. William Mott's insightful work, parallels to the famous opening line of A Tale of Two Cities illuminate the contrasting yet interconnected roles within independent and faith-based schools. Delve into the dynamic relationships among the Head of School, Board Chair, and Board of Trustees, examining governance, leadership, and collaboration.
The guidebook independent and faith-based schools rely on, Healthy Boards, Successful Schools, informs and equips schools to:
- Demonstrate that a healthy board is the determining factor between thriving and merely surviving.
- Describe the transformational responsibilities of the committee on trustees in such a way that elevates their mission to recruit, retain, educate, and evaluate the board.
- Introduce concepts that solidify the all-important relationship that board members must have with one another and with the school’s leadership.
- Think differently about governance and create a culture where serving on the board is a serious but joyful experience.
- Acknowledge the value of unity, one board—one voice!
Dr. Mott also shares his wealth of experience and fresh perspectives on the unique ties between schools and their church affiliations. This edition features new case stories, additional chapters, an updated bylaws template, and fresh perspectives reflecting the evolving landscape of education.
As expectations rise among parents and students, effective, unified, and well-trained leadership becomes essential. Within these pages, you will discover a clear roadmap for navigating both routine processes and extraordinary challenges, equipping school leaders to implement best practices and transform their institutions into healthy boards with successful schools.