How Should a Board Evaluate an International School Head? KPIs and Methods
A fair evaluation of an international school Head starts with KPIs tied to the strategic plan and uses several methods, from self-evaluation to stakeholder feedback. Here is a practical framework for boards.
What Is a Head of School Succession Plan, and When Should a Board Start One?
A Head of School succession plan prepares a school for both planned and sudden leadership changes. Here is what it includes, a sample timeline, and the mistakes boards most often make.
What Does a Bad Head of School Hire Cost a School?
A bad Head of School hire costs far more than a second search fee. Here are the six costs boards underestimate, how common failed headships are, and how to reduce the risk.
Why Do Heads of School Fail in Their First Two Years?
Most failed headships trace back to one of two causes: the Head's actions, or conditions the board created. Here is how to tell the difference, and how boards can prevent the second.