The primary focus of the book is to emphasize the major changes in the leadership responsibilities of directors of human resources in education. “The landscape of education is rapidly changing and the function of human resources as a strategic partner is critical to meeting the needs of the school district and its workforce. Dr. Scott Norton shines light on the vital importance of leveraging the expertise of human resources in organizational development and planning. His perspective promotes a strategic systems approach to educational improvement. This book is a must read for any human resources administrator, educational leader, or individual aspiring to a position of educational leadership.” ―Jenna Moffitt, Director of Human Resources, Deer Valley Unified School District, Phoenix, Arizona “As a practicing human resources director, I am always looking for ways to improve how we can support our staff, students, and the school district as a whole. Guiding the school district’s human resources function requires a roadmap to assist the HR director and the department in assuring that the necessary support services are in place. Dr. Norton’s book provides this important service. In addition, with the increasing demands being placed upon the school districts’ human resources directors nationally, Dr. Norton’s book provides new ideas and strategies for meeting the ongoing challenges. Every human resources administrator should have this book at their fingertips as it will serve them as a highly valuable resource.” ―Jeff Filloon, EdD, Human Resources Director, Chandler Unified School District, Chandler, Arizona Dr. M. Scott Norton is a former public school teacher, coordinator of curriculum, assistant superintendent and superintendent of schools. He has served as professor and vice-chair of the Department of Educational Administration at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln and as professor and chair of the Department of Educational Administration and Policy Studies at Arizona State University where he is currently professor emeritus.