Leading with Intent - (AASA the School Superintendents Association) by Andrew Dolloff (Hardcover)

About the Book

In an era of declining trust in public institutions, this book equips educational leaders with proven strategies from across the nation and beyond to build, deepen, and restore vital trust between schools and their communities.

Book Synopsis

Trust in public institutions has been on the wane since the 1960's. While local schools have consistently enjoyed greater levels of trust than other public institutions, the recent political climate is contributing to significant challenges for school leaders throughout America. Fostering trust is a critical role of educational leaders, from the elementary school to the district office. This book will compile proven strategies from schools throughout the country - and beyond - that aim to deepen, or repair, the trust between schools and their constituents.

Review Quotes

"Leading with Intent will challenge readers to rethink leadership while providing many examples of leaders putting theories into action in schools and districts. This is a great resource for veteran and novice leaders who want to enhance their professional practice." --Dr. Paul Tighe, executive director, Arizona School Administrators, Inc

"Leading with Intent is an outstanding resource for both aspiring and experienced school leaders in the PreK-12 space. Whether in American public and independent schools or national and international schools worldwide, this book offers valuable insights that transcend educational contexts. Andrew masterfully blends theory with real-world practice, using compelling examples that make complex leadership concepts accessible, practical, and engaging. A must-read for educators looking to lead with clarity, purpose, and intent." --Marc F. Ott, EdD, head of school, Leysin American School in Switzerland, former chair of the board of the Swiss Group of International Schools

"Leading with Intent serves as a powerful reminder of the significant impact thoughtful, intentional leadership can have on the future of our schools. Drawing on decades of experience, Dr. Dolloff expertly combines theory with real-world examples, providing readers with a comprehensive guide to building trust, empowering others, and cultivating a positive culture within educational environments. The lessons presented here remind us that effective leadership must be rooted in relationships, collaboration, and empathy in order to inspire meaningful, lasting change. For those new to leadership, it provides a roadmap for building collaborative environments from the outset. For seasoned leaders, it offers fresh strategies to strengthen collaboration and nurture a culture of shared leadership." --Eileen King, executive director, Maine School Superintendents' Association

"Dr. Dolloff invites each of us into the successful journey as an administrator with his witty and informal writing style and practical approaches to getting leadership right! Andrew reveals his vast experience and understanding of humanity by linking effective leadership with trust, weaving its significance into almost every aspect of successful relationship building. His authentic stories in each chapter provide perfect examples of how to implement valuable research-based strategies. After reading this vivid, practical step-by-step leadership guide, it seems implausible that you would make mistakes in leading others." --Dave F. Brown, EdD, author of "Young Adolescents and the Middle Schools They Need"

About the Author

Andrew Dolloff is a 25-year veteran of school leadership, having been a high school principal and superintendent of schools in several award-wining districts. While teaching graduate courses for aspiring school leaders and working alongside veteran administrators over the past two decades, he has defined and implemented practical approaches to school leadership that lead to a more trusting relationship at all levels of the organization.