Foreword by Jeanne M. Gerlach
Preface
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Section I. Content: The Knowledge Base
1. Welcome to Our World!
Introduction
The Domains
Getting Started
Section II. The Theoretical Framework
2. It's All Good
Global Overview of TExES Domains
"Guess My Favorites"
The Ideal Superintendent
Pretend
The Three Domains
Domain I: Leadership of the Educational Community
Domain II: Instructional Leadership
Domain III: Administrative Leadership
Domain I: Leadership of the Educational Community
3. Competency 001, Learner-Centered Values and Ethics of Leadership
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
4. Competency 002, Learner-Centered Leadership and District Culture
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
5. Competency 003, Learner-Centered Communication and Community Relations
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
6. Competency 004, Learner-Centered Contexts
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
Domain II: Instructional Leadership
7. Competency 005, Learner-Centered Strategic Planning
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
8. Competency 006, Learner-Centered Instructional Leadership and Management
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
9. Competency 007, Learner-Centered Human Resource Leadership and Management
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
Domain III: Administrative Leadership
10. Competency 008, Learner-Centered Business and Technology of District Leadership and Management
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
11. Competency 009, Learner-Centered Support Systems and the Physical Plant
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
12. Competency 010, Learner-Centered Organizational Leadership and Management
The Superintendent Knows How to:
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Important Points to Remember
Section III. The Real Deal: Practical Application
13. Data Analysis: How Do I Read All Those Reports?
Data Analysis Simplified
How to Read and Interpret Standardized Test Scores
The Pleasant Surprise
How to Read and Interpret an "Academic Excellence Indicator System" Report
Section I of an AEIS Report: Student Testing Data
Section I of an AEIS Report: Student Attendance
Section II of an AEIS Report
Summary
14. Test-Taking Strategies
The Layout of the Day
Morning Session: The District Profile Packet
Afternoon Session: Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
The Dot Game: A Psychological and Time Management Strategy
The Dog and Star Game: A Decision-Making Strategy
Multiple-Multiples: To Maximize Success Always Use "The Process"
Key Words and Themes: "Sherry's" Revisited
The Ideal Superintendent
Strategy Summary
15. Creating a Personal Success Plan
Tips for Those Who Have Not Been Successful on the Exam...Yet
The "Elaine Wilmore 5-C Plan"
Application of Competencies
Content
Reading Comprehension and/or Speed Reading Courses or Review
Tips for Out-of-State Future Texas Superintendents
Everyone, Texans and Non-Texans Alike
From Now 'til the Week You Test
The Week You Test
What to Do, and Not Do, the Night Before the Test
What to Do, and Not Do, the Morning of the Test
Living Your Life After the Test
Section IV. After You Pass the Test
16. That's What I'm Talking About
Actually Becoming Certified
Ace It!
Suggested Additional Reading
References
Index
