Leading the common core state standards : from common sense to common practice / Cheryl A. Dunkle ; foreword by Douglas B. Reeves.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

What matters most -- Leading with roots and wings -- The promises and possibilities of common core state standards -- A relevant and rigorous common core curriculum -- Inviting students to learn -- Powerful professional learning for adults -- Next-generation assessment systems -- Powerful learning through powerful technology -- Accountability for excellence and equity.

Many educators agree that we already know how to foster student success, so what is keeping common sense from becoming common practice? The author provides step-by-step guidance for overcoming the barriers to adopting the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and achieving equity and excellence for all students. As an experienced teacher and principal, Cheryl Dunkle is well-versed in staff members' perspectives and gives school leaders valuable tools for fostering the teacher and parent buy-in needed to put the CCSS into practice. This guide shows leaders how to implement the CCSS, which will ultimately result in continuous quality improvement in schools.