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MY SECOND BOOK IS OUT NOW!

“It’s All About Leadership in Schools… What works and some of what doesn’t! Counseling, Culture and Community”.

The focus is on the important role that school counselors play, building an effective student-centered school culture and building bridges to the community on behalf of student learning.

This book will highlight factors that create a positive school culture, fostering the best environment for student learning. Many variables are involved in building and sustaining a positive school culture. A school’s culture will form, regardless of a good design initiative. Frequent changes in school principals can hinder the development of a cohesive culture and impede student learning, as one example!

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It’s All About Leadership

About Murry J Schekman

Murry J Schekman just finished a stint as the Interim Superintendent of Schools of the Pajaro Valley USD, a district of 15,000 students with a large English Learner population, 34 schools, 82% of students living in poverty, 17% having special needs, and 10% identified as migrant students and a staff of 2442. This final job in his career capped a 40-year career in the world of K- 12 and instruction at SJSU. His intent is to capture the essence of effective leadership with real stories – successes and failures on the job and show the link to research-based practices.

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Testimonials

Murry Schekman has provided insight and experience to his students and the faculty at San Jose State University during his time as a senior lecturer in the College of Education.   His book provides practical, valuable and specific ideas for school counselors and leaders at all levels of the K-12 school system. His vast experience combined with the research included herein are valuable assets for anyone interested in expanding their understanding of teaching, counselling and leading at the K-12  level.

Lorri M. Capizzi, Ed.D.

Assistant Professor, Department of Counselor Education San Jose State University

Murry Schekman’s ‘It’s All About Leadership in Schools’ offers a compelling look at effective educational leadership through a blend of personal anecdotes and research. Schekman uses his extensive experience to guide current and aspiring leaders on fostering authentic, supportive and uplifting school environments. For anyone serving students, this book offers inspiration and practical advice to reinvigorate our passion and impact in education.

Dr. Faris Sabbah

Santa Cruz County Superintendent of Schools

Murry Schekman — a wise and seasoned leader of California schools and districts — speaks with clarity and insight on how to motivate teachers and nurture students. This intimate and inspiring guide to education leadership blends Schekman’s rich experience with novel methods for lifting school.  This compact book is a must read for current and future school leaders.

Dr. Bruce Fuller

Professor Emeritus, University of California, Berkeley Author of When Schools Work, Organizing Locally and Standardized Childhood

Thank you for your interest in my book.  The paperback is $12.99 on Amazon, Ingram Sparks and the Barnes and Noble Websites.  The audio book and Kindle version are also available on Amazon for $9.99.  I just released my second book and it’s about “Counseling, Culture and Community”, the focus is on the important role that school counselors play, building an effective student-centered school culture and building bridges to the community on behalf of student learning.