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  School Daze: Book 1

  Report to the Principal's Office

  by Jerry Spinelli

  While Sunny is determined to hate everyone at Plumstead Middle School, Eddie hopes simply to survive, Salem tries her hand at writing, and Pickles acts like . . . well, like Pickles.
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  Tardy boys: Book 1

  Is That a Dead Dog in Your Locker?

  by Todd Strasser

  The Tardy Boys, Wade and Leyton, are always getting into trouble, especially when they're dealing with the school bully, Barton Slugg. When their friend Daisy brings her neighbor's old dog Wheezy to school, the boys have to help her hide him. Not only does the school have a no-furry-animals-allowed policy, but the class crybaby, Fibby Mandible, is horribly allergic to animal fur. Barton is trying everything to... (more)
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  My Weird School: Book 19

  Dr. Carbles Is Losing His Marbles!

  by Dan Gutman

  It's Thanksgiving, but the kids at Ella Mentry School aren't feeling very thankful. That's because Dr. Carbles is grumpier than ever, and he wants to fire Mr. Klutz! Will A.J. and his friends be able to save their principal's job?
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  Not My Daughter

  by Barbara Delinsky

  When Susan Tate's seventeen-year-old daughter, Lily, announces she is pregnant, Susan is stunned. A single mother, she has struggled to do everything right. She sees the pregnancy as an unimaginable tragedy for both Lily and herself. Then comes word of two more pregnancies among high school juniors who happen to be Lily's best friends-and the town turns to talk of a pact. As fingers start pointing, the most... (more)
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  the riot brothers

  Drooling And Dangerous: The Riot Brothers Return!

  by Mary Amato

  Orville and Wilbur Riot have never been strangers to adventure, and according to Riot Brother Rule #15, You can't do the same mission twice. So now they're back with more games, more missions, and loads more fun. One day they are spies on the trail of dangerous criminals, the next they are movie stars in the making. But whether they're flinging insects while playing Bye-Bye Buggie or switching everything... (more)
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  The Black Lagoon

  The Principal from the Black Lagoon

  by Mike Thaler, Jared D. Lee

  The only thing scarier than having to go the principal's office is findingout that the principal is the former "Teacher from the Black Lagoon!" This humorousel to the bestselling backlist title, The Teacher from the Black Lagoon.
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  Hooray for Diffendoofer Day!

  by Dr. Seuss

  Started by Seuss, finished by Prelutsky, and splendiferously illustrated by Lane Smith, this is the children's book publishing event of the year! Big--56 pages--and bursting with energy, here is a joyous ode to individuality, starring an unsinkable teacher named Miss Bonkers and quirky little Diffendoofer School, which must prove it has taught its students how to think--or have them sent to dreary... (more)
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  Captain Underpants: Book 1

  The Adventures of Captain Underpants

  by Dav Pilkey

  When naughty George and Harold hypnotise their headteacher, they accidentally create the greatest superhero in the history of their school - Captain Underpants! His true identity is so secret that even he doesn't know who he is...but he's fighting for truth, justice, and all things pre-shrunk and cottony!! If you're a naghty villain like the diabolical Dr Diaper, watch out! Captain Underpants has wedgie-power on... (more)
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  Anne of Green Gables: Book 4

  Anne of Windy Poplars

  by L. M. Montgomery

  Anne Shirley has left Redmond College behind to begin a new job and a new chapter of her life away from Green Gables. Now she faces a new challenge: the Pringles. They're known as the royal family of Summerside - and they quickly let Anne know she is not the person they had wanted as principal of Summerside High School. But as she settles into the cozy tower room at Windy Poplars, Anne finds she has great allies... (more)
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  Matilda

  by Roald Dahl

  Matilda is the story of a young girl and her wondrous intelligence. Although her parents refuse to see the brilliance of Matilda, she is a very advanced girl for her age. She taught herself to read, preform advanced math problems, and many other things while her father went to work scamming people and her mother goes off to bingo wasting her time all day, never minding to Matilda. When Matilda is brought the... (more)
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  The Principal Portfolio, Second Edition

  by Genevieve Brown

  Updated Edition of Best Seller! Promote administrator growth and improved performance! Genevieve Brown and Beverly J. Irby update their best-selling The Principal Portfolio to offer the most comprehensive self-assessment guide available for principals. This easy-to-use resource sheds light on how a portfolio can help administrators and principals embrace and engage in the reflection and... (more)
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  The Knife That Killed Me

  by Anthony McGowan

  Paul Vanderman could be at any normal high school where bullies, girls, and annoying teachers are just part of life. But “normal” doesn’t apply when it comes to the school’s biggest bully, Roth—a twisted and threatening thug with an evil agenda. When Paul ends up delivering a message from Roth to the leader of a gang at a nearby school, it fuels a rivalry with immediate consequences. Paul attempts to distance... (more)
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  The Buddy Files: Book 4

  The Case of the Fire Alarm

  by Dori Hillestad Butler, Jeremy Tugeau

  Buddy is starting his work as a therapy dog at Four Lakes Elementary School, where Connor attends and Mom is the principal. On his very first day, he accidentally knocks down a little kid on the playground...
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  School Leadership That Works

  by Robert J. Marzano

  This guide to the 21 leadership responsibilities that influence student achievement will help school leaders focus on changes that really make a difference.
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  The Principal's Office: An Inside Story

  by Barbara Ruben

  "THE PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE is a story with an inside view of public education through the vantage point of a high school principal. The author catapults the reader from life in public schools in the seventies to present day at an ‘alternative school’ for kids at risk, not only for high school diplomas, but for sex, drugs, violence and abuse. Throughout this story, the reader will come to know the students, teachers,... (more)
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  Back to Front and Upside Down

  by Claire Alexander

  It's the principal Mr. Slipper's birthday, and while the rest of the class gets busy writing cards for the occasion, Stan becomes frustrated when his letters come out all in a muddle. Stan is afraid to ask for help, until a friend assures him that nobody's good at everything. And after lots and lots of practice, Stan's letters come out the right way round and the right way up. This delightful book deals with... (more)
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  The Principal's Guide to the First 100 Days of the School Year: Creating Instructional Momentum

  by Shawn Joseph

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  Inner-City Public Schools Still Work!: How One Principal's Life is Living Proof.

  by Dr. Mateen A. Diop

  Inner-City Public Schools is a beacon call for everyone to take a close look at how effective our inner city public schools have been. Dr. Diop shares some of his life stories and how the public schools in his neighborhood shaped his thinking. With education reformists extolling the value and achievement of charter schools, to the peril of public schools- Dr. Diop is honest in his evaluation of the schools he has... (more)
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  Mr. Tanen's Tie Trouble

  by Maryann Cocca-Leffler

  Mr. Tanen and his ties are back! But now there's trouble. Mr. Tanen's school has run out of funds for the long-awaited playground. He needs to raise money—fast. But how? Then Mr. Tanen remembers the words of Mr. Apple, his boss, "I wish our bank account was as full as your tie closet." "That's it!" shouts Mr. Tanen. And the next day, the entire town is plastered with signs that read "Mr. Tanen's Tie Auction." ... (more)
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  Principal Mentoring: A Safe, Simple, and Supportive Approach

  by Carl J. Weingartner

  Develop a sustainable principal mentoring program that produces effective school leaders, high retention rates, and supportive mentoring relationships-without a lot of extra costs, paperwork, or time!