Simple Solutions to Stubborn School Problems: A 70 in 7 Journey - Softcover

Smith, Garett; Byrd, Stenette

Softcover

ISBN 10: 196812733X ISBN 13: 9781968127336

Verlag: Clovercroft Publishing (IPS), 2026

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This book is for any educator getting ready to start a new school year, especially those facing challenges that seem to persist no matter how hard everyone tries.

Simple Solutions to Stubborn School Problems introduces the "70 in 7 Journey," a seven-year commitment to steady, human-centered improvement that helped one school division rise 70 places in state rankings through intentional, sustainable change.

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Simple Solutions to Stubborn School Problems shows what's possible when educators commit to people-first change -- and invites you to begin your own journey toward a school environment where every student, every day, has the chance to succeed.

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Best-selling author Dr. Garett Smith has devoted over 30 years to public education, serving as a teacher, principal, central-office leader, and, since 2017, superintendent of Staunton City Schools. A passionate educator and longtime adjunct professor for the University of Virginia and Old Dominion University, he is widely known for his commitment to equity, high expectations, and meaningful personal connection.

Under his leadership, Staunton achieved record academic growth, rising from 105th to 35th in state rankings, posting a 93% graduation rate, closing longstanding achievement gaps, and earning recognition as a top place to work. His tenure has also advanced major initiatives in instructional innovation, student support systems, facilities improvements, and strong community partnerships that support long-term student success.

Throughout his career, Dr. Smith has emphasized collaborative leadership, instructional excellence, and the belief that strong schools are built through trust, purpose, and shared responsibility.

Dr. Smith holds degrees from the University of Virginia and Marymount University. He and his wife, Wendy, an educator, have two adult children.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Clovercroft Publishing (IPS)
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2026
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 196812733X
• ISBN 13: 9781968127336
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 128
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
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