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School Board Journal
January-February 2000

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IASB Publications
2921 Baker Drive
Springfield 62703
217/528-9688, extension 1131

• Our public schools are doing God's work by Frosty Troy
  Private schools do a better job than public schools at less cost. At least, that's the "conventional wisdom" that has been the basis for the political debate over schools. But, surprise – it isn't true.
• School boards must pay for experience by Max Pierson and Robert F. Hall
  The authors' fifth annual salary survey for the Journal shows how much superintendents and principals around the state are being paid.
• Good principals becoming scarce
  A school board member tells why school boards play a vital role in public schooling.
• It's a seller's market for superintendents
  Most school districts still find good candidates for the top administrative spot. But they may have to look harder as the candidate pool shrinks..
• Have we let our children down? by Jon Marshall
  In some respects, things are getting better for Illinois children. However, as this article from Illinois Issues magazine shows, we have a way to go.
• Issues in education
  A round-up of news about issues of importance to public school leaders. Topics discussed are the Chicago retention plan, the digital divide, a debate over math programs, vouchers and charters, bullying, the top ten threats to children, Disney's entrance into the education business, and foreign language instruction.
• School security in perspective by Joan Gaustad
  School safety is in the forefront of the minds of school board members and superintendents. The author recommends measures any district should consider, while noting that many forms of violence are on the decrease.