Dr. James Fitzpatrick (Jim) is an Assistant Professor at National Louis University (NLU) in Chicago, Illinois. He has been with NLU since 2014. In his role in the Educational Leadership Department he works with aspiring principals, superintendents, central office directors and higher education candidates. His first book, Beyond Theories & Degrees: The Alley Smarts of Educational Leadership is set for publication August 1, 2020. Read More…
Beyond Theories & Degrees: The Alley Smarts of Educational Leadership
We need passionate and invested leaders in our schools. This book implores readers to reflect upon their own journey’s as educators in considering the next steps in their careers. Too often passionate and caring educators disqualify themselves in advancing to the leadership ranks where undoubtedly they could have flourished! They fear they may not have the scholarly acumen to lead in some capacity in a school or district. This book is designed to destroy that myth! Read More…
Beyond Theories & Degrees is now available for purchase:
Praise for Beyond Theories & Degrees…
“This book is a must read that will appeal to a wide audience. In addition to aspiring school leaders, Fitz’s book would provide an insightful book study for administrative teams, Board of Education members, and anyone with an interest in school leadership and governance.” .
– Jim Doyle, Governor of Wisconsin 2003-2011
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