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The Experiences Of Principals Establishing Special Education Programs In Christian Schools
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Book Synopsis The Experiences of Principals Establishing Special Education Programs in Christian Schools by : Gary Cookson
Download or read book The Experiences of Principals Establishing Special Education Programs in Christian Schools written by Gary Cookson and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As public school principals articulate policies and implement procedures for the establishment of special education programs, the same programs are not always provided in Christian schools. The question is raised as to why Christian schools do not provide these services. This phenomenological study investigated the experiences of Christian school principals who have implemented special education programs in their schools. Through the use of interviews, the principals indicated the efforts involved in implementing changes in the school and noted challenges in dealing with reluctant staff members. Principals described the academic and social rewards of providing these services, as well as the satisfaction of parents who could now send their children with special needs to a Christian school. One theme evidenced in this study was the spiritual change in the school as all students interacted and cared for each other. The most prominent themes expressed by principals were the personal rewards of establishing the new programs and the belief that they were fulfilling a God-given duty to provide a Christian education for all students.
Book Synopsis A Principal's Guide to Special Education (3rd Edition) by : David F. Bateman
Download or read book A Principal's Guide to Special Education (3rd Edition) written by David F. Bateman and published by Council For Exceptional Children. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential handbook for educating students in the 21st century, since its initial publication A Principal's Guide to Special Education has provided guidance to school administrators seeking to meet the needs of students with disabilities. The third edition of this invaluable reference, updated in collaboration with and endorsed by the National Association of Elementary School Principals and the National Association of Secondary School Principals and incorporating the perspectives of both teachers and principals, addresses such current issues as teacher accountability and evaluation, instructional leadership, collaborative teaching and learning communities, discipline procedures for students with disabilities, and responding to students' special education needs within a standards-based environment.
Book Synopsis Welcoming Children with Special Needs: Empowering Christian Special Education Through Purpose, Policies, and Procedures by : Quentin Kinnison PhD
Download or read book Welcoming Children with Special Needs: Empowering Christian Special Education Through Purpose, Policies, and Procedures written by Quentin Kinnison PhD and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2014-10-06 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Christian school community has a unique impetus for impacting the lives of students with special needs. Doctors Lane and Kinnison present this groundbreaking guide for administrators to lay foundational components in order to develop a successful and sustainable special needs program in a Christian school. Kinnison outlines Gods purpose for bringing children with special needs into the world. Lane provides step-by-step guidelines for fostering an inclusive and sustainable school environment. This book seeks to support Christian school educators, parents of children with special needs, and disability ministries servants in their quests to transform an under-equipped, private educational institution into the indefatigable arms of Jesus that welcome. This book provides guidance to individuals who have and those who intend to develop a special needs program. Special education professors and researchers will find this text vital for working with pre-service Christian educators who wish to serve children with special needs. Christian schoolsespecially those that may have attempted and failed, or continue to struggle with developing their programswill find this text an oasis for frustrated spirits. The past applications of these principles have achieved remarkable success. Now, with this text, leaders and innovators have a succinct, well-ordered guide for expediting their successes.
Book Synopsis What Every Principal Needs to Know About Special Education by : Margaret J. McLaughlin
Download or read book What Every Principal Needs to Know About Special Education written by Margaret J. McLaughlin and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2008-09-17 with total page 121 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lead effective special education programs that promote student achievement! Updated to address recent federal mandates, this new edition of the best-selling guide helps principals navigate accountability requirements and build high-quality special education programs. New information enables educational administrators to: Address requirements of NCLB and the 2004 reauthorization of IDEA, including standards-based individualized education programs Ensure that special education students can appropriately access the general curriculum Understand standardized testing options and accommodations to comply with federal law Support accurate identification and eligibility decisions, including Response to Intervention procedures Promote positive behavior and encourage family involvement
Book Synopsis Handbook of Leadership and Administration for Special Education by : Jean B. Crockett
Download or read book Handbook of Leadership and Administration for Special Education written by Jean B. Crockett and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-05-31 with total page 398 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book brings together for the first time research informing leadership practice in special education from preschool through transition into post-secondary settings. It provides comprehensive coverage of 1) disability policy 2) leadership knowledge, 3) school reform, and 4) effective educational leadership practices. Broader in scope than previous books, it provides in-depth analysis by prominent scholars from across the disciplines of both general and special education leadership. Coverage includes historical roots, policy and legal perspectives, and content supporting collaborative and instructional leadership that support the administration of special education. Comprehensive – This is the first book to integrate the knowledge bases of special education and educational leadership as these fields impact school improvement and the performance of students with disabilities. Chapter Structure – Chapters provide a review of the knowledge base as well as recommendations for special education leadership and future research. Multicultural Focus – Addressing special education leadership within the context of a multicultural society, chapters incorporate content related to the diversity of families, teachers, and students. Expertise – Chapter authors have made significant contributions to the knowledge base in their specific areas of study such as educational policy, special education law and finance, school reform,, organizational management, and instructional leadership. This book is a reference volume for scholars, leaders, and policy makers and a textbook for graduate courses in special education, educational administration, and policy studies.
Book Synopsis Instructional Leadership Preparation for Students with Disabilities by : Lori A. Mulford
Download or read book Instructional Leadership Preparation for Students with Disabilities written by Lori A. Mulford and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Elementary principals serve an important role in the education of children and have encountered increased accountability for student achievement over the last 20 years. As a result of increased academic accountability, there has been a shift from managerial responsibilities to instructional leadership. Elementary principals are responsible for the implementation of all programs within their schools, including programming and services for students with disabilities. This doctoral research explored how preservice training and experience have impacted 13 elementary principals' understanding and implementation of instructional leadership for students with disabilities. The principals represented seven New York State counties, 11 school districts, and five district types. Each participant had at least one full year of experience, but no more than five years as elementary principal. In addition, the novice elementary principals did not have a formal background in special education, and therefore did not hold any special education teaching certifications. A significant finding of this study was that only one novice elementary principal felt adequately prepared to design, lead, manage, and implement programs for students with disabilities. New York State does not require any special education related coursework for administrative certifications and it is up to the discretion of colleges and universities whether or not these course are offered. Principals within this study did not receive any formal training regarding instructional strategies for teaching students with disabilities in their administrative preparation program. Therefore, future administrators should attempt to obtain as much experience as possible working with students with disabilities as a way to better understand the instructional needs of students with disabilities. Informal, on-the-job experience was the most common way in which interviewees learned about special education. Establishing a structure for learning from a special education expert may help close the gap regarding what was lacking from preservice training. The findings of this study are important for colleges and universities responsible for preparing principals for building level leadership. If principals are expected to be instructional leaders for all students, then these leaders need to be prepared for the job that awaits them.
Book Synopsis Implementing IDEA by : Warger, Eavy & Associates
Download or read book Implementing IDEA written by Warger, Eavy & Associates and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is designed to provide information on ensuring quality special education services and early intervention to building principals in elementary and middle schools. It sets forth standards of excellence that directly relate to implementing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and presents guidelines for principals to use when assessing themselves and their school community. It is intended that the standards and guidelines in this document be used to assess quality practices and program improvement. The guide is organized around the following categories: (1) school organization, which addresses the need for an adequate supply of qualified personnel; (2) leadership; (3) curriculum and instruction, which addresses student access to a high-quality curriculum, provision of adequate financial and material resources, and use of effective instructional practices; (4) staff development; (5) school climate, which addresses the need to ensure all children feel respected and welcome; and (6) assessment. For each section, standards are presented along with specific guidelines. Appendix A contains a checklist that principals or other stakeholders may use to assess the extent to which their schools meet the quality standards and guidelines. Appendix B includes excerpts from the text of the IDEA regulations referenced in the guide. (CR)
Book Synopsis Educating Students with Disabilities in Queensland Independent Christian Schools by : Dr. David Mercer
Download or read book Educating Students with Disabilities in Queensland Independent Christian Schools written by Dr. David Mercer and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2018-08-27 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In recent decades, in Australia as elsewhere, students with disabilities (SWD) have been increasingly introduced to mainstream schools. This reflects both changes in social attitudes towards young people with a disability and changes in the policy environment for disability and education. At the same time, independent schools in Australia have been growing both in number and rate, but as Prasser (2009a) has indicated, the numbers of SWD in independent schools are not growing at a proportional rate. In Christian independent schools, policy issues with regard to SWD collide with central tenets of the Christian faith and the business models in which these schools operate; and these may generate tensions and problems with regard to educating these students. This study sought to explore the issues surrounding educating SWD in a number of regional independent schools in the state of Queensland, Australia. It sought to uncover uniquely Christian approaches to educating SWD by exploring: (a) the perspectives of principals of these independent Christian schools, (b) tensions between faith and policy, and (c) issues surrounding the mainstreaming of SWD. The research used methods of qualitative data collection and analysis. In-depth interviews with ten principals of regional independent schools in Queensland (RICSQ) provided the primary form of data collection, complemented by data gained from studies of relevant documents. Data analysis involved two stages: (i) thematic analysis and (ii) discourse analysis. Surprisingly, the findings from these analyses showed that the enrolment of students with disabilities in the RICSQ privileged a secular business discourse above Christian concerns. With regard to the education of SWD, these principals were clearly facing a dichotomous tension between the expectations of their faith and those of having to lead sizeable business organisations. In particular, the critical policy moment for educating SWD in RICSQ came at the point of enrolment. The outcomes of the study have highlighted the tensions facing principals in these schools in educating SWD and may provide evidence for principals, school boards, and others in the development of policy for SWD in independent schools. They also highlight a need for more widespread, perhaps quantitative, research around the education of SWD in such schools, and this may also have implications for the education of such students in other schools and systems.
Book Synopsis School Principals as Social Justice Leaders by : Brenda Maria Regalado (Graduate student)
Download or read book School Principals as Social Justice Leaders written by Brenda Maria Regalado (Graduate student) and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: Social justice leadership (SJL) is essential to creating inclusive schools that meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all students, especially those with disabilities. Previous research has argued that SJL is a powerful intervening variable in schools for students to either be successful or not be successful, especially for students with diverse backgrounds, special needs, and students of color. Therefore, leadership preparation programs for school leaders must emphasize social justice leaders and special education courses because it is critical for school principals to have formal training to lead special education in a social justice context. This qualitative interview study asked 20 P–12 principals about their perceptions and experiences as social justice leaders in special education, including the preparation they received. When reflecting on the essential capacities of social justice leaders, participants highlighted the importance of several dimensions, especially personal, interpersonal, and systemic. This study also showed despite administrative preparation programs not providing principals with formal training in social justice or special education leadership, principals demonstrated being social justice leaders who promoted inclusion and encouraged learning opportunities for students with disabilities (SWD) at their school sites. In addition, principals’ commitment to SJL motivated them to step up and challenge inequities in special education that impact success for SWD. This study also yielded several recommendations for practice, policy, and research related to preparing principals to be social justice leaders in special education.
Book Synopsis Developing Teacher Leaders in Special Education by : Daniel M. Maggin
Download or read book Developing Teacher Leaders in Special Education written by Daniel M. Maggin and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-07-06 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Practical and forward-thinking, Developing Teacher Leaders in Special Education is the administrator's essential guide to growing special educator leadership in any school, district, or program. Special educators need to be flexible, proactive, and collaborative – qualities that make them uniquely suited to roles in school leadership – but these skills are often overlooked when choosing effective teacher leaders. Featuring helpful tips and detailed examples to demonstrate the concepts in action, this book breaks down the qualities that special educators can bring to your school leadership team and explores how you can leverage those skills to create a more inclusive and successful community.
Book Synopsis Principals' Experiences with Special Education by : Tara Hanley
Download or read book Principals' Experiences with Special Education written by Tara Hanley and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This doctoral thesis examines how principals of elementary schools in Massachusetts approach their leadership responsibilities while considering students with special needs. Elementary school principals interviewed provided insight regarding their understandings of special education and disabilities. The study found that as administrators, they recognize that they are accountable for 100% of the student population's access to high-quality education. This concern for all students leaves principals overwhelmed at times because they also have to manage and lead their schools. The factors that assist a principal's understanding of students with special needs include principal certification and preparation programs, personal experience with disabilities (either their own or those of another individual), teaching experience, leadership capabilities, and how much a principal knows about special education. The central issue is how individual principals view and describe their experiences with special education.
Book Synopsis The Principal's Role in the Implementation of a Middle School Inclusion Program by : Dara Jeannene Hedgecock
Download or read book The Principal's Role in the Implementation of a Middle School Inclusion Program written by Dara Jeannene Hedgecock and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Principals must be instructional leaders in their schools in order to adhere to federal, state, and local mandates as well as being able to discern that the programs for students with disabilities are being developed and implemented with fidelity to meet the needs of those students. The transition a school goes through to include students with disabilities in the regular classroom is a change that affects everyone: faculty, staff, students, and parents. Best practice should emerge from what is currently known about implementing special education programs. This research study will focus on ways principals and support personnel (i.e. staff-teachers/administrators) work together or collaborate in developing and implementing an inclusion program; factors in principal preparation and professional development programs that influence principals' perspectives and perceptions of special education; and how principals establish a vision, make decisions, and allocate/arrange resources when their schools are implementing inclusion programs. Collaboration should be a crucial element to creating and maintaining successful inclusive schools. Using the three research questions as a foundation, this study used a qualitative, case study research approach to investigate the perceptions that principals, teachers (both regular education and special education), and central office support staff have on developing and implementing special education inclusion programs in their schools. Semi-structured interviews, observations and field-notes from classroom observations were utilized as data collection tools to assure that a reliable qualitative study was accomplished. Through these methods I was able to observe, examine and analyze the specific situations and experiences of the teachers and students in the school settings. The principal's responsibilities with regards to special education are: to develop/continue programs that adhere to the law/policy; encourage communication and collaboration with special education staff; attend IEP meetings; keep current on what works; monitor/evaluate their school's current practices for process improvement. More importantly, giving teachers opportunities for good quality professional development on how to be an effective inclusion co-teacher and what that looks like in the classroom is crucial to effective implementation of an inclusion program. The principalship should include visionary leadership qualities, efficient operations management, high quality instructional leadership, and advocacy practices that address the specific needs of students. These elements should be evident in services for students with disabilities, or more specifically, the inclusionary or co-teaching practices at the school. Principals should be knowledgeable of special education law and policy as well as developing an environment that encourages and supports collegiality among staff members. This change in philosophy to educating exceptional children in the regular classroom has resulted in a cultural change in many schools. The principal is at the center of this cultural change and is the central agent responsible for transitioning schools to inclusion in the regular education classroom where special education students are provided the necessary supports in order to learn alongside their non-disabled peers. There are two general principles as to why schools should implement inclusion programs for their special education students. First, services in the least restrictive environment for students with disabilities are required by law-IDEA. Second, inclusive practices give students with disabilities access to the general curriculum."--Abstract from author supplied metadata.
Book Synopsis Integrating Faith and Special Education by : Ben Nworie
Download or read book Integrating Faith and Special Education written by Ben Nworie and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2016-10-10 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is an inherent connection between the Christian faith and special education. For example, both focus on the worth of the individual. Both also focus on fairness and on caring for, or helping, the weak. Similarly, both aim to equip and support others. This book helps the readers perceive this integral relationship that exists between the Christian faith and the special education discipline. This book utilizes the chapters that stem from real life professional experiences and scholarship of the contributors to model and encourage special education practice from a Christian faith angle. It is our view that special education practiced from this faith perspective will transform what is currently accepted as best practice, into a new system of special education experience that is wholesome, biblically-based, and characteristic of Shalom as wholeness (not just peace). Shalom in this sense has strong relevance in both the Christian faith and special education. The first three chapters highlight the connection between special education and Christian theology, and draw attention to the pivotal role worldview plays in being an effective special educator. The bulk of the body of the text looks at different aspects of instructional effectiveness in special education from a Christian faith perspective.
Book Synopsis Special Education and the Impact to School Principals by : Pamela Gandara (Graduate student)
Download or read book Special Education and the Impact to School Principals written by Pamela Gandara (Graduate student) and published by . This book was released on 2022 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This case study used individual interviews to analyze the perceptions of the PPP through the experiences shared by alumni, faculty, and staff while document analysis reflected the program’s priorities regarding professional standards, curriculum, and student learning outcomes. Data was then analyzed to determine the effectiveness of the PPP as it prepares future principals in building inclusive programming for students with disabilities.
Book Synopsis Toward a Theology of Special Education by : David W. Anderson
Download or read book Toward a Theology of Special Education written by David W. Anderson and published by WestBow Press. This book was released on 2012-10-31 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Professor, mentor, author, disability advocate, seminar leader around the worldDr. David Anderson corralled his many talents and worldwide experiences to author this important book. The volume should prove invaluable to Christians concerned about disabilities, especially teachers. Without flinching, Dr. Anderson tackles the tough issues: How could a good and benevolent God permit disabled children? Are disabilities the result of sin? How does a Christian teacher of the disabled differ from secular counterparts? Especially helpful is his emphasis on the reflective teacher integrating faith and learning. Certainly this is a volume that belongs on the bookshelves of anyone concerned with disabilities. Steven A. Kaatz PhD, Graduate Programs in Special Education, Bethel University, St. Paul, Minnesota I have had the privilege of traveling with Dr. Anderson as he has taught the concepts addressed in this book to educators, pastors, and parents in a variety of countries. Ive seen the material come alive as leaders discover the importance of thinking Christianly about disability. This book has the potential of impacting all readers in similar ways. Dr. Anderson challenges all of us to come to grips with a biblical worldview and then to live it out within our spheres of influence. Toward a Theology of Special Education thus encourages all readers to think Christianly about disability. Such thinking will then motivate us to care with Gods care and to serve with Gods concern for justice and compassion. Dr. Richard Schoenert, pastor emeritus, Calvary Church, Roseville, Minnesota
Book Synopsis Handbook of School Improvement by : Jo Blase
Download or read book Handbook of School Improvement written by Jo Blase and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2010-03-30 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "A practical, useful, easy-to-read resource that I will keep on the edge of my desk as a reference. The book is filled with excellent and useful information and serves as both a concise summary of focal points for principals as well as a resource for additional information." —Kari Dahlquist, Principal Creek Valley Elementary School, Edina, MN "All school administrators who want their school to become a high-performing school have to read this book. It is transformational!" —Sean Beggin, Assistant Principal Andover High School, MN Learn how successful principals make a difference in their school′s performance! Outstanding principals are made, not born. With insights drawn from a ground-breaking study and numerous firsthand accounts, this illuminating book reveals how principals develop the leadership qualities that support schoolwide achievement. Written by best-selling authors and respected experts in school improvement, this comprehensive guide captures unique perspectives from 20 successful principals, representing a wide range of urban and rural schools. Presenting real-life strategies and best practices, the authors show how principals use a systems-development approach to build empowered teams and excellent organizations. Designed for school and district administrators as well as staff developers, this resource: Describes the key characteristics of extraordinary principals and high-performing schools, including nine crucial actions that drive positive change Focuses on how principals balance both administrative responsibilities and instructional leadership Shows how to actively involve teachers, staff, and families in school improvement, including individual and group activities Addresses the role of research and data in stronger schoolwide performance Offers tips and suggestions from highly regarded principals, along with recommended resources for further study and team trainings Learn how the experiences of fellow principals can help you energize your team and realize your school′s promise!
Book Synopsis Cultivating and Keeping Committed Special Education Teachers by : Bonnie S. Billingsley
Download or read book Cultivating and Keeping Committed Special Education Teachers written by Bonnie S. Billingsley and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2005-03-10 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Improve teacher retention by understanding and supporting the work of special education teachers! Are you concerned about special education teacher attrition? Do you wonder about how to meet the demand for highly qualified special educators? This book highlights the problems that drive many special educators out of teaching and outlines practical recommendations that leaders can use to increase retention. Drawing on field experience as well as research findings, Billingsley provides a comprehensive framework for supporting special educators. Cultivating and Keeping Committed Special Education Teachers provides effective ways to: Recruit and hire qualified special educators Provide responsive induction programs for new teachers Design effective professional development opportunities Create inclusive and collaborative schools Provide reasonable work assignments and reduce paperwork Promote wellness by reducing stress This book emphasizes the important role that principals play in supporting special educators and how they can make a difference in what special educators accomplish in their schools. Numerous assessments, tools, and resources are included to help leaders, mentors, and teachers improve the conditions of special education teaching.
