The strength of a board is a ceiling for the effectiveness of a school. This volume was written to leverage relevant research along with the wisdom and experience of seasoned leaders in the Christian school movement to enable your school to build a better board, for the glory of God.

Foreword

D. Michael Lindsay

Introduction

Kathryn L. Wiens

Chapter 1

Mission and Vision Focus for Boards

Rod Gilbert

Chapter 2

The Role of the Board in the Life of the School

Julie H. Ambler

Chapter 3

The Parent as Board Member: The Challenges (and Opportunities)

Brian T. Bell

Chapter 4

The Board’s Role in Financial Sustainability

Barry F. Giller

Chapter 5

The Head’s Role in Healthy Board: Head Relationships

Jay Ferguson

Chapter 6

The Role of the Board Chair in Providing Leadership

William R. Mott

Chapter 7

The Board/Head Partnership in Strategic Planning

Timothy P. Wiens

Chapter 8

Why Evaluation, Accountability and Continuous Improvement Matter for Boards and Heads

Gary B. Arnold

Chapter 9

Effective Board Professional Development for Exemplary Board Governance

Cade Lambert