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"This book reminds us that there is more to education than preparing students for high-stakes tests. It is our responsibility to intentionally develop the whole child."--Irwin Kurz, Former Director of School QualityHeritage Academies, Grand Rapids, MI"Samuel Casey Carter shows how great cultures--not big bucks, smaller class sizes, different curriculums, or better buildings--are what we need to save our education system."--Jay Mathews, Columnist and AuthorThe Washington PostDiscover how 12 ordinary schools achieved extraordinary results
Bestselling author Samuel Casey Carter showcases a dozen extraordinary K-12 public and charter schools where confident children joyfully strive to accomplish worthy goals in concert with their friends. These mainstream American institutions focus on a culture of character as their foundation and demonstrate scalable, sustainable, and replicable models for your school to emulate. The results are undeniable:
- Students who are encouraged to build lasting personal character and a strong sense of purpose
- Motivated teachers who feel rewarded for their hard work
- Improved student achievement in multiple subject areas
Strategies for creating a healthy school culture, including intentionality and hands-on guidance by the principal, come to life through case studies. These compelling examples will help educators and parents focus on strong personal character as the desired result of genuine learning.
- Autor/a Samuel Casey Carter
- ISBN13 9781412986724
- ISBN10 1412986729
- Pàgines 190
- Any Edició 2026
- Fecha de publicación 09/05/2026
- Idioma Alemany, Francès
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On Purpose: How Great School Cultures Form Strong Character (Alemany, Francès)
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- Samuel Casey Carter
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- Corwin Press Inc (2026)
- 9781412986724



