About the eBook
“Building High-Functioning Schools” offers a practical, research-based roadmap for school leaders who are ready to create real, sustainable transformation in their schools. With actionable insights and strategies, this guide empowers educators to build systems that foster student achievement, teacher growth, and community trust.
You'll discover how to:
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Establish a clear vision and drive meaningful change.
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Build a culture of excellence through climate, collaboration, and empowerment.
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Strengthen instruction with aligned curriculum and research-based practices.
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Create sustainable systems for staffing, engagement, and long-term improvement.
A Look Inside the Table of Contents
Part 1: Leadership That Inspires Change
Craft a compelling vision, drive strategic planning, and lead with data.
Part 2: Fostering a Culture of Excellence
Shape a positive school climate, grow teacher leaders, and empower students.
Part 3: Ensuring Instructional Effectiveness
Align curriculum, strengthen teaching practices, and leverage data to drive instruction.
Part 4: Building Systems for Sustained Success
Recruit strategically, engage families, and embed long-term improvement systems.
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Meet the Author
Dianne McKinley, CEO of INcompassing Education, LLC, brings decades of experience in school improvement, leadership coaching, and educational consulting. Through this eBook, she shares the proven frameworks she uses to help schools across the country achieve transformative results.
As a consultant, Dianne works with educational leaders in the areas of school turnaround, curriculum, assessments, PBIS, strategic planning, instructional coaching, and school and district leadership. Dianne has been providing professional development to educators for the past 25 years. She is proud to serve educators as they strive for excellence.
