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March 21, 2006
Wanted: Board president for big challenge
"Skilled micromanagers need not apply," reads the Washington Post editorial describing the challenges for the District of Columbia school district in its search for a school board president.
Neither should those possessing dictatorial tendencies, little tolerance for public discourse or a disdain for transparency. A keen interest in producing a world-class school system that sets high academic standards and is led by highly qualified principals and certified teachers is, however, a must. ... The overarching mission of the school board, led by the president, is to foster a system that ensures that the District's children will have the knowledge and skills to compete effectively with their counterparts across the nation.
There is zero explanation, however, of just what "foster" means. The Post is seeking input from readers on not only who should lead the board, but just what qualities he or she should possess. Click the comment link here and send us your thoughts. What are the most important qualities for such a position in such a challenging school district?
Posted March 21, 2006 5:30 PM |
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