GOVERNING THE SMALL SCHOOL: Strategies for Boards

by E. Brooke Carroll

As the role of heads of schools becomes more complex, and the issues facing small independent schools become more challenging, the need for effective board governance has never been so critical. Yet there is little in the general guidance that distinguishes the unique characteristics of small schools and how to best govern them. Often small school boards are left to navigate their challenges on their own. Until now. Governing the Small School: Strategies for Boards describes current thinking, effective strategies, and best practices in board governance for small independent schools. It highlights the unique strengths and challenges small school boards and leaders face. It provides strategies for fulfilling governance roles and responsibilities and offers skill-building activities for board members. This book is an important resource for any small school as it provides concrete and immediately applicable resources to help board members implement governance practices that will lead their school to sustainability and success.