The underserved audience of new and aspiring principals is addressed in this volume designed to spark reflection about leadership potential and practices. It presents reflective questions aimed at assisting both new and aspiring school leaders as they work to become effective school leaders and consider making a leap to a leadership position, respectively. This book will help aspiring principals determine whether The Principal
is truly who they want to be and help new principals grow and thrive. It also contains a chapter on preparing for the school administrator job interview. The author offers succinct advice on everything from remaining focused on the principal's number one priority-student achievement-to addressing maintenance concerns, managing budget allocations, and ensuring that the school's website puts the school in the best possible light. With this work you can increase the likelihood that your tenure as principal will be a successful, beneficial, and healthful one.