From the Classroom to the Office The School AdministratorOs Guide to a Successful First Year

The first year of a new leader's tenure is a critical time period. If an administrator begins by taking certain actions while avoiding others, he or she will get off to a positive start. This positive start leades to momentum and an increased probability of success. In this book, an experianced school administrator provides practical, research-based guidance for how to succeed during this critical first year as a new school administrator. It also includes research and practical application strategies for addressing the most important tasks to be accomplished during the first year in a new administrative position. Book jacket.

Matthew J. Jennings is currently the superintendent of school for the Alexandria Township Public Schools in Hunterdon Country, New Jersey. Prior to serving in this position, he served as an assistant superintendent, director of special services, supervisor of instruction, and special education teacher.