Steven Stemler 
The School Mission Statement [PDF ebook] 
Values, Goals, and Identities in American Education

This is a must-have resource for busy educators involved in creating, improving, or reevaluating their school mission statements. The authors provide numerous examples of mission statements from a diverse range of pre K-12 schools, offering readers an extremely valuable resource for developing an understanding of various themes and ideas in American education today — all to be better prepared to formulate their own schools» mission statements. Whether you are preparing for accreditation reviews, seeking a broader knowledge base, or are engaged in policy discussions, this practical, readable guide is packed with valuable information to help you reach your professional goals.