This book provides a practical look into the essence of leadership in a K12 educational environment, including the five mistakes school boards make in hiring a superintendent, the jealousy and envy pitfall, and the importance of having the right people in your inner circle. Also discussed is the role of the school district attorney, the puppet principal, the default leaders, the charter school leader dilemma, and the sixty-five things you should know and do to become an effective K12 education leader.

Fayette B. Nick, EdD, is an independent education consultant. She has served in a number of leadership positions, including interim superintendent. She is the author of Involving Parents in the Common Core State Standards: Through a Family-School Partnership Program. She holds a doctorate in educational leadership from Nova Southeastern University; an education specialist degree in education administration and a master of science in education from Jacksonville State University, Alabama; and a bachelor's degree in political science from Austin Peay State University. She is a sought-after education presenter, consultant and speaker. She resides in Columbia, South Carolina. You can visit her website at www.fayettebnick.com.