With chapters written by leading researchers and practitioners actively engaged in the work, this edited volume examines the role of the state education agency in school turnaround efforts. An emphasis is placed on practical application of research and best practice related to the State Education Agency’s (SEA’s) critical leadership role in driving and supporting successful school turnaround efforts.

This volume is organized around the Center on School Turnaround’s four objectives, with sections devoted to each:

Create a Pro-Turnaround Statutory and Regulatory Environment
Administer and Manage Turnaround Efforts Effectively
Provide Targeted and Timely Technical Assistance to Local Educational Agencies and Schools
Advocate and Lead to Build Support for Local Turnaround Efforts