Inspiring Minds: A new book from award-winning heads
On the eve of the Winners' Weekend, the Teaching Awards is publishing its first ever book, called Inspiring Minds and supported by the National College for School Leadership (NCSL).
The book is a collection of interviews with award-winning headteachers conducted by ten writers, researchers and other educationists. The heads are: Janet Armstrong, Yasmin Bevan, Gerry Curran, Iain Hulland, Alan Roach, Sue Seifert, Pritpal Singh, Alan Steer, Tracy Stone and Richard Wallis.
Writing in the introduction, Steve Munby, chief executive of NCSL says: 'Great school leaders put improving learning at the heart of their work; they lead by example, act with integrity and authenticity, monitor pupils' achievements, challenge practice that is second best and ensure that good practice is praised and shared.
'But no headteacher is an island. They bring people on, give them guidance and room to grow and give others the opportunity to lead as well.
'Their role is hugely stimulating, personally challenging and intellectually fulfilling, as the remarkable individuals profiled here demonstrate.'
A copy of Inspiring Minds will be given to every finalist at the 2007 Winners' Weekend. Further copies will be available at the end of month. Please contact: poppyo@teachingawards.com
