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The third volume in a continuing series offers new stories about Savannah's haunted history. This third ghostly exploration in the Savannah’s Afterlifeseries travels the spooky city to discover a new collection of 26haunted stories and investigations featuring the most-active locationsin Savannah, Georgia. A well-researched compilation from noted tourguide and author Ryan Dunn, teamed with the Georgia Historical Societyand his Savannah Ghost Research Society paranormal group, uncovers thetrue history of Savannah and why it is so haunted. - Visit the town of thedead in the Bonaventure Cemetery investigation- Find out about thepower of voodoo in Savannah and the Lowcountry. - See the ghastly presenceevident at the Shrimp Factory Restaurant- Find out why 313 WestBolton Street is just a bit too close to home! Learn what happened tothe investigative team as they spent the night in old battlefields,former funeral homes, and many other creepy locations—both to find thetruth and to debunk some of the questionable lore. This guide willappeal to travelers to “America’s Most Haunted City” as well as thosewanting a frightful visit!

Support colleagues, inspire collaboration, and drive impactful school improvement.

Designed for instructional coaches, grade-level leaders, subject coordinators, and team leaders, Teachers Who Lead highlights proven strategies to enhance teaching practices, foster collaboration, and impact student learning on a broader scale.

Drawing from the latest research on teacher leadership, school improvement, and real-world experiences, this practical guide emphasizes the essential skills and mindsets required to bridge teaching excellence and schoolwide leadership efforts. Key features include

Diagnostic tools to address complex educational challengesStrategies to create shared high-quality resources that reduce workload and promote consistencyCollaborative leadership techniques to strengthen team dynamics and foster collective teacher efficacyReal-world success stories offering insights into what works in educational leadershipReflection questions to apply the book’s ideas in your unique school context

Whether you’re just beginning your leadership role or have been supporting colleagues for years, authors Ryan Dunn, Pauline Thompson, and John Allan Hattie provide actionable strategies to build confidence, promote student improvement, and make lasting contributions to your school.

Cultivate a Culture of Learning by Doing In Teacher Development Picture a world where teachers, equipped with the expertise to produce the best outcomes in every context, confidently and intentionally inquire, adapt, and change instruction based on student needs. Do you know how to get them there? Developing Teaching Expertise offers a proactive framework for teachers to work through iterative design cycles and understand how to make ‘what works best’ work in their unique classroom. Aligned to the varied components of teacher professional learning, this book supports the development of teaching expertise by:  

Exploring how specific design and leadership approaches can be integrated to form a useful framework for leading teacher professional learning Highlighting ways to navigate through complex educational environments Incorporating illustrative tools and vignettes, and real-life examples of results from different educational settings

This book offers a deep exploration to lead and intentionally cultivate a culture of lifelong teacher learning.

Servant Leadership in Educational Organisations: Leading with Empathy and Purpose is a comprehensive guide to leading with empathy and purpose. It explores key leadership principles and practical strategies that empower leaders to foster collaboration and create positive change in educational settings.At the heart of the book is a contemporary model of servant leadership, a holistic and integrative framework that connects leadership mindsets, behaviours, and organisational practices within an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) context. Providing an in-depth discussion of servant leadership tailored for educational leaders seeking to enhance their leadership skills, the authors begin with an in-depth definition and historical overview, offering a solid foundation of the origins and evolution of this leadership approach. Chapters then cover a wide range of topics essential for understanding and practicing servant leadership, including self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the creation of a supportive work environment. Key principles such as empathy, humility, and ethical decision-making are thoroughly examined, providing readers with a framework for implementing these values in their leadership practices.Throughout the book, real-world case studies referred to as 'Spotlights of Practice illustrate how servant leadership is implemented across diverse educational settings. These examples demonstrate how a servant leadership practices can lead to improved employee engagement, trust, and organisational effectiveness. The combination of theory, reflective insights, and evidence-informed practices makes this an essential read for any current and aspiring educational leaders seeking to make a positive difference in their organisations.

Servant Leadership in Educational Organisations: Leading with Empathy and Purpose is a comprehensive guide to leading with empathy and purpose. It explores key leadership principles and practical strategies that empower leaders to foster collaboration and create positive change in educational settings.At the heart of the book is a contemporary model of servant leadership, a holistic and integrative framework that connects leadership mindsets, behaviours, and organisational practices within an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) context. Providing an in-depth discussion of servant leadership tailored for educational leaders seeking to enhance their leadership skills, the authors begin with an in-depth definition and historical overview, offering a solid foundation of the origins and evolution of this leadership approach. Chapters then cover a wide range of topics essential for understanding and practicing servant leadership, including self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the creation of a supportive work environment. Key principles such as empathy, humility, and ethical decision-making are thoroughly examined, providing readers with a framework for implementing these values in their leadership practices.Throughout the book, real-world case studies referred to as 'Spotlights of Practice’ illustrate how servant leadership is implemented across diverse educational settings. These examples demonstrate how a servant leadership practices can lead to improved employee engagement, trust, and organisational effectiveness. The combination of theory, reflective insights, and evidence-informed practices makes this an essential read for any current and aspiring educational leaders seeking to make a positive difference in their organisations.