Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/19/2012 -- Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. Paul R. Gausman, Superintendent of Schools for Sioux City, Iowa, recently acknowledged the extraordinary contribution of Dr. Rich McGrath to the school district, commenting, "Dr. McGrath is an extraordinary leader as exhibited through many of the measures that one would review when studying a school's success such as test scores, grading, performance on state and national assessments, and student success in the latter grades. I am pleased to report, however, that Rich's leadership has also brought about heightened quality of building success beyond the standard measures."

Gossman went on to say, "Rich is very well respected by those who supervise him, as well as by his colleagues. He is one who sincerely focuses on the needs of the entire student, and tirelessly works toward high levels of achievement by partnering with all stakeholders on the team. I would rate Dr. McGrath among the highest quality of elementary principals I have personally ever worked with."

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Dr. McGrath was recently published in Quality Digest about the role of Quality in Education and Workforce Preparation.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/19/2012 -- Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. Angela Banks is an elementary school principal who has worked closely with Dr. Rich McGrath one of the education thought leaders in the United States. According to Dr. Banks, "Dr. Richard McGrath is an effective and well-respected instructional leader. That is, he applies best practices in the areas of curriculum, instruction, and assessment to help struggling students be successful, in particular, diverse learners whose first language is other than English and well as students of poverty. He has a hands-on approach by working side-by-side with teacher. Dr. McGrath is willing to share his expertise with others across the country. It is exciting to see Dr. McGrath impact many students' and educators' lives through the use of technology, including his own website, where others can access his blogs, tweets, video interviews, and much more."

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Dr. McGrath was recently published in Quality Digest about the role of Quality in Education and Workforce Preparation. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Elementary Education Vital in Future Workforce Preparation According to Quality Digest

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/18/2012 -- In the current issue of Quality Digest, Rich McGrath Ed.D., and Thomas R. Cutler examine the vital role of elementary education in preparing the future workforce.

The article may be read at http://www.DrRichMcGrath.com or at http://www.trcutlerinc.com.

According to McGrath and Cutler, "There are more than six millions jobs available in the United States and an unemployment rate stubbornly stuck above 8%. These two pieces of information would appear incongruent, yet employers regularly insist that basic skillsets, rudimentary math and basic reading and comprehension are lacking among more than 80% of all applicants. It is impossible to examine the role of preparing a future workforce without looking at early education…all roads lead to elementary education. Sadly, the simple well-tested practices of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen Blitz events, are completely unpracticed in the field of education."

Education is beginning to recognize that school performance and accountability is tantamount to the Director of Quality role in every manufacturing plant. Some of this shift is taking place because No Child Left Behind, while valiant in concept ten years ago, is not equally suitable to all learning, all children, or all schools. Nearly two thirds of all states have requested or received waivers from the Department of Education to measure performance and achievement using metrics most suitable to the desired performance outcomes.

Children of poverty do not have the same access to technology and the internet as more affluent students, creating a greater disparity of needed skills in the workplace.

About TR Cutler, Inc. and Thomas R. Cutler
TR Cutler, Inc. (http://www.trcutlerinc.com) was founded by Thomas R. Cutler thirteen years ago. Maintaining extraordinary relationships with clients, journalists, editors, trendsetters, and key business leaders worldwide, TR Cutler, Inc. has become a key resource for those writing about the manufacturing sector. Cutler founded the proprietary Manufacturing Media Consortium in the 1999, which now tops 4000+ participating members. Cutler is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Online News Association, American Society of Business Publication Editors, and Committee of Concerned Journalists, as well as author of more than five hundred feature articles annually regarding the manufacturing, industrial, and distribution sectors.

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Elementary School Principal Acknowledges Twenty Years of Expertise from Dr. Rich McGrath

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/14/2012 -- For the past twenty years, Rita Vannatta an elementary school principal has worked closely with Dr. Rich McGrath. Vannatta commented, "I have been impressed with Rich's knowledge of educational best practices. He especially has a comprehensive knowledge of language arts. Dr. McGrath exemplifies excellent professional traits in word, disposition, and deed. As principal he actively works with the professional learning communities to share information as to students' initial level of academic achievement, where they are at the present, and where they are expected to be in terms of the district's standards and benchmarks.

Dr. McGrath possesses technological know-how and uses it to the fullest and most productive capacity. His commitment to ongoing advancement within our field is commendable and valuable to our students, our school district, and to the education profession."

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Elementary School Principal Values Team Leadership from Dr. Rich McGrath

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/13/2012 -- Mary Kay Kollars is an elementary school principal who has worked closely with Dr. Rich McGrath over the past decade and noted, "Whenever I have needed advice or guidance regarding strategies, program initiatives that would improve student achievement I would consult with him. He is a great listener who it cares about kids and is passionate about improving student learning and achievement levels. His expertise and background knowledge in the area of reading is extensive. When our building leadership team analyzed student achievement data and had questions regarding the implementation of math or reading initiatives we definitely relied upon his wise advice and knew that we could count on his support." Kollars went on to say Dr. Rich McGrath is… "Analytical, thoughtful and compassionate…these are three words that immediately come to my mind when I think of Dr. Rich McGrath. As an elementary principal I have had the privilege of working with him over the past 10 years."

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/13/2012 -- According to Linda Steele, a Middle School Assistant Principal, "Dr. Rich McGrath is a leader in many capacities. He has led his staff through many initiatives that have led to improved student achievement in his building. He has deep knowledge in the area of struggling learners and the interventions that are most effective for these students. His ability to lead his staff through the professional development necessary to make these improvements is a skill that only the most distinguished principals possess."

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Dr. McGrath was recently published in Quality Digest about the role of Quality in Education and Workforce Preparation. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/11/2012 -- Jason E. Glass, Director of the Department of Education for the State of Iowa, thanked Dr. Rich McGrath for his years of service to education of Iowa students. In a letter of appreciation, dated May 11, Director Glass noted sincere appreciation to Dr. Rich McGrath on behalf of Iowa students. Glass also commented, "I was so impressed on my visit to your (Dr. McGrath's) school with your professionalism and the quality of learning occurring at your school."

Dr. Jason Glass has been director of the Iowa Department of Education since December 2010, having been appointed by Governor Terry Branstad and confirmed by the Iowa Senate. Under Director Glass's leadership, the Department has focused on the values of demonstrating courageous leadership, promoting innovation in education, and acting as a servant to schools and communities in Iowa. As director, Dr. Glass works with the Governor, legislators, the State Board of Education, and Iowans in supporting efforts and initiatives to restore the state's tradition as a national leader in education and to lead transformative change.

The letter of appreciation from Dr. Glass to Dr. McGrath may be read at http://www.drrichmcgrath.com.

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/11/2012 -- Education is beginning to recognize that school performance and accountability is tantamount to the Director of Quality role in every manufacturing plant. Some of this shift is taking place because No Child Left Behind, while valiant in concept ten years ago, is not equally suitable to all learning, all children, or all schools. Nearly two thirds of all states have requested or received waivers from the Department of Education to measure performance and achievement using metrics most suitable to the desired performance outcomes.

McGrath blogs about this issue at http://www.drrichmcgrath.com.

According to McGrath, "There are more than six millions jobs available in the United States and an unemployment rate stubbornly stuck above 8%. These two pieces of information would appear incongruent, yet employers regularly insist that basic skillsets, rudimentary math and basic reading and comprehension are lacking among more than 80% of all applicants. It is impossible to examine the role of preparing a future workforce without looking at early education…all roads lead to elementary education. Sadly, the simple well-tested practices of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen Blitz events, are completely unpracticed in the field of education."

Children of poverty do not have the same access to technology and the internet as more affluent students, creating a greater disparity of needed skills in the workplace.

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Kaizen Education Leadership has been pioneered by Dr. Rich McGrath who can be followed on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Dr. Rich McGrath Looks at Elementary Education for Quality Digest

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/11/2012 -- In the current issue of Quality Digest, Rich McGrath Ed.D., and Thomas R. Cutler examine the vital role of elementary education in preparing the future workforce.

The article may be read at http://www.DrRichMcGrath.com or at http://www.trcutlerinc.com.

According to McGrath and Cutler, "There are more than six millions jobs available in the United States and an unemployment rate stubbornly stuck above 8%. These two pieces of information would appear incongruent, yet employers regularly insist that basic skillsets, rudimentary math and basic reading and comprehension are lacking among more than 80% of all applicants. It is impossible to examine the role of preparing a future workforce without looking at early education…all roads lead to elementary education. Sadly, the simple well-tested practices of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen Blitz events, are completely unpracticed in the field of education."

Education is beginning to recognize that school performance and accountability is tantamount to the Director of Quality role in every manufacturing plant. Some of this shift is taking place because No Child Left Behind, while valiant in concept ten years ago, is not equally suitable to all learning, all children, or all schools. Nearly two thirds of all states have requested or received waivers from the Department of Education to measure performance and achievement using metrics most suitable to the desired performance outcomes.

Children of poverty do not have the same access to technology and the internet as more affluent students, creating a greater disparity of needed skills in the workplace.

About TR Cutler, Inc. and Thomas R. Cutler
TR Cutler, Inc. (http://www.trcutlerinc.com) was founded by Thomas R. Cutler thirteen years ago. Maintaining extraordinary relationships with clients, journalists, editors, trendsetters, and key business leaders worldwide, TR Cutler, Inc. has become a key resource for those writing about the manufacturing sector. Cutler founded the proprietary Manufacturing Media Consortium in the 1999, which now tops 4000+ participating members. Cutler is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Online News Association, American Society of Business Publication Editors, and Committee of Concerned Journalists, as well as author of more than five hundred feature articles annually regarding the manufacturing, industrial, and distribution sectors.

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/07/2012 -- Rita Vannatta is an elementary school principal who has worked closely with Dr. Rich McGrath over the past twenty years and offered, "I have been impressed with Rich's knowledge of educational best practices. He especially has a comprehensive knowledge of language arts. Dr. McGrath exemplifies excellent professional traits in word, disposition, and deed. As principal he actively works with the professional learning communities to share information as to students' initial level of academic achievement, where they are at the present, and where they are expected to be in terms of the district's standards and benchmarks. Dr. McGrath possesses technological know-how and uses it to the fullest and most productive capacity. His commitment to ongoing advancement within our field is commendable and valuable to our students, our school district, and to the education profession."

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/07/2012 -- Mary Kay Kollars is an elementary school principal who has worked closely with Dr. Rich McGrath over the past decade and offered these comments: "Analytical, thoughtful and compassionate…these are three words that immediately come to my mind when I think of Dr. Rich McGrath.

As an elementary principal I have had the privilege of working with him over the past 10 years. Whenever I have needed advice or guidance regarding strategies, program initiatives that would improve student achievement I would consult with him. He is a great listener who it cares about kids and is passionate about improving student learning and achievement levels. His expertise and background knowledge in the area of reading is extensive. When our building leadership team analyzed student achievement data and had questions regarding the implementation of math or reading initiatives we definitely relied upon his wise advice and knew that we could count on his support."

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/31/2012 -- There are key concerns as the federal agency weighs the applications for a waiver from the No Child Left Behind law. Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, developed by Dr. Rich McGrath. The U.S. Department of Education has put several states on notice, insisting that states must demonstrate the ability to turn around low-performing schools and link teacher evaluations to personnel decisions. State legislatures are wrangling over education reform legislation that will establish a plan to turn around low-performing schools and address teacher evaluations, tenure, and dismissal. Coaching principal leadership in best practices, and effective change methodologies is needed regardless of the specific metrics devised by individual state legislatures. Principals must lead the change.

Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Dr. McGrath is meeting with schools, school districts, and education leaders in states most impacted by the NCLB waivers. The federal funding sources continue to have stipulations based on performance standards, although the metrics and measurement mechanisms may vary greatly as waivers are granted. Dr. McGrath insists, "Objective assessments are central to finding both immediate and on-going research-based improvements. Too often education consultants go into a school with a one-size-fits-all methodology or approach. The culture of each school and each school district requires leadership input, coaching, accountability, and results. No two children are the same, nor are two principals. Kaizen Education Leadership was expressly designed as a transformative process for elementary school principals."

Dr.Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Change management is the hallmark to navigating the NCLB waivers and elementary school principals need guidance to ensure that continuous process improvement and lean education principles are implemented.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Kaizen Education Leadership Addresses Change Driven Due to No Child Left Behind Waivers

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/28/2012 -- Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. As many states have received (or are seeking) waivers from the Federal No Child Left Behind program, a need to coach principals in best practices, and effective change methodologies is stronger than ever.

Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, developed by Dr. Rich McGrath. Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Dr. McGrath is meeting with schools, school districts, and education leaders in states most impacted by the NCLB waivers. The federal funding sources continue to have stipulations based on performance standards, although the metrics and measurement mechanisms may vary greatly as waivers are granted. Dr. McGrath insists, "Objective assessments are central to finding both immediate and on-going research-based improvements. Too often education consultants go into a school with a one-size-fits-all methodology or approach. The culture of each school and each school district requires leadership input, coaching, accountability, and results. No two children are the same, nor are two principals. Kaizen Education Leadership was expressly designed as a transformative process for elementary school principals."

Dr. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Change management is the hallmark to navigating the NCLB waivers and elementary school principals need guidance to ensure that continuous process improvement and lean education principles are implemented.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

Dr. Rich McGrath
http://drrichmcgrath.com
(954)907-8210
rich@drrichmcgrath.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/28/2012 -- Education is beginning to recognize that school performance and accountability is tantamount to the Director of Quality role in every manufacturing plant. Some of this shift is taking place because No Child Left Behind, while valiant in concept ten years ago, is not equally suitable to all learning, all children, or all schools. Nearly two thirds of all states have requested or received waivers from the Department of Education to measure performance and achievement using metrics most suitable to the desired performance outcomes.

In the current issue of Quality Digest Rich McGrath Ed.D., and Thomas R. Cutler examine the vital role of elementary education in preparing the future workforce.

The article may be read at www.DrRichMcGrath.com or at http://www.trcutlerinc.com.

According to McGrath and Cutler, "There are more than six millions jobs available in the United States and an unemployment rate stubbornly stuck above 8%. These two pieces of information would appear incongruent, yet employers regularly insist that basic skillsets, rudimentary math and basic reading and comprehension are lacking among more than 80% of all applicants. It is impossible to examine the role of preparing a future workforce without looking at early education…all roads lead to elementary education. Sadly, the simple well-tested practices of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen Blitz events, are completely unpracticed in the field of education."

Children of poverty do not have the same access to technology and the internet as more affluent students, creating a greater disparity of needed skills in the workplace.

About TR Cutler, Inc. and Thomas R. Cutler
TR Cutler, Inc. (http://www.trcutlerinc.com) was founded by Thomas R. Cutler thirteen years ago. Maintaining extraordinary relationships with clients, journalists, editors, trendsetters, and key business leaders worldwide, TR Cutler, Inc. has become a key resource for those writing about the manufacturing sector. Cutler founded the proprietary Manufacturing Media Consortium in the 1999, which now tops 4000+ participating members. Cutler is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Online News Association, American Society of Business Publication Editors, and Committee of Concerned Journalists, as well as author of more than five hundred feature articles annually regarding the manufacturing, industrial, and distribution sectors.

About Dr. Rich McGrath and Kaizen Education Leadership
Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. He was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado. A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education then received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa; he earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/23/2012 -- Jason Nobel reported in the Des Moines Register that Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad suggested Senate Democrats and other lawmakers who obstruct passage of "bold" reforms to K-12 education could face political consequences in this year's elections. Branstad has championed a wide-ranging education reform package since the legislative session began in January, and has been supported for the most part by the Republican-controlled House. Nobel noted that the Democratic Senate, however, has taken issue with many elements of the reform, including expansions to charter and online schools and an early-grade literacy effort that would force schools to hold back third graders who cannot demonstrate reading proficiency.

Principals must lead the change according to Iowa education thought leader, Dr. Rich McGrath. Dr. McGrath understands the need for leadership change at the principal level and developed Kaizen Education Leadership. Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Dr. McGrath is meeting with schools, school districts, and education leaders in states most impacted by the NCLB waivers. The federal funding sources continue to have stipulations based on performance standards, although the metrics and measurement mechanisms may vary greatly as waivers are granted. Dr. McGrath insists, "Objective assessments are central to finding both immediate and on-going research-based improvements. Too often education consultants go into a school with a one-size-fits-all methodology or approach. The culture of each school and each school district requires leadership input, coaching, accountability, and results. No two children are the same, nor are two principals. Kaizen Education Leadership was expressly designed as a transformative process for elementary school principals."

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Change management is the hallmark to navigating the NCLB waivers and elementary school principals need guidance to ensure that continuous process improvement and lean education principles are implemented. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Principal Coaching Must be Part of NCLB Waivers Notes Dr. Rich McGrath of Kaizen Education Leadership

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/21/2012 -- State legislatures are wrangling over education reform legislation that will establish a plan to turn around low-performing schools and address teacher evaluations, tenure, and dismissal. Coaching principal leadership in best practices, and effective change methodologies is needed regardless of the specific metrics devised by individual state legislatures. Principals must lead the change.

Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, developed by Dr. Rich McGrath. The U.S. Department of Education has put several states such as Connecticut on notice insisting that they must demonstrate the ability to turn around low-performing schools and link teacher evaluations to personnel decisions. These are key concerns as the federal agency weighs the applications for a waiver from the No Child Left Behind law.

Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Dr.McGrath is meeting with schools, school districts, and education leaders in states most impacted by the NCLB waivers. The federal funding sources continue to have stipulations based on performance standards, although the metrics and measurement mechanisms may vary greatly as waivers are granted. Dr. McGrath insists, "Objective assessments are central to finding both immediate and on-going research-based improvements. Too often education consultants go into a school with a one-size-fits-all methodology or approach. The culture of each school and each school district requires leadership input, coaching, accountability, and results. No two children are the same, nor are two principals. Kaizen Education Leadership was expressly designed as a transformative process for elementary school principals."

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Change management is the hallmark to navigating the NCLB waivers and elementary school principals need guidance to ensure that continuous process improvement and lean education principles are implemented.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

Dr. Rich McGrath
http://drrichmcgrath.com
(954)907-8210
rich@drrichmcgrath.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Dr. Rich McGrath’s Program Kaizen Education Leadership Expands Rapidly due to NCLB Waivers

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/21/2012 -- As many states have received (or are seeking) waivers from the Federal No Child Left Behind program, a need to coach principals in best practices, and effective change methodologies is stronger than ever.

Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, developed by Dr. Rich McGrath.

Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Dr. McGrath is meeting with schools, school districts, and education leaders in states most impacted by the NCLB waivers. The federal funding sources continue to have stipulations based on performance standards, although the metrics and measurement mechanisms may vary greatly as waivers are granted. Dr. McGrath insists, "Objective assessments are central to finding both immediate and on-going research-based improvements. Too often education consultants go into a school with a one-size-fits-all methodology or approach. The culture of each school and each school district requires leadership input, coaching, accountability, and results. No two children are the same, nor are two principals. Kaizen Education Leadership was expressly designed as a transformative process for elementary school principals."

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Change management is the hallmark to navigating the NCLB waivers and elementary school principals need guidance to ensure that continuous process improvement and lean education principles are implemented.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/17/2012 -- Dr. McGrath has high expectations for all students and all staff. Since a characteristic of a highly effective school is high expectations, he refuses to alter his adherence to consistently high expectations, regardless of either students' or teachers' knowledge or background.

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath has served as principal since 2004. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

According to Nichole Zoeller, a well-respected Title I, Reading Recovery Teacher, "Dr. McGrath's leadership over the past five years has made a tremendous impact on not only my teaching, reflection, and growth but has changed the culture of our whole school. Through his knowledge in educational research, data, differentiation, and high expectations, he has created a successful learning environment."

Zoeller continued, "Dr. McGrath is a highly knowledgeable on educational research, best practices, theories behind these practices, and education in general. Not only is he knowledgeable, but he knows the importance of educating the staff and allowing them collaboration time to study and implement these best practices. Because he knows the importance of collaboration, he builds in time for staff collaboration which in turn effects our student achievement. He also knows the importance of data and the power behind using data to drive instruction.

Through weekly title meetings, monthly grade level data meetings, and individual data meetings he has brought the school to the fore front of using data analysis to boost our student achievement."

Dr. McGrath developed the new Kaizen Education Leadership model and works with elementary school principals, starting in the 2012-2013 school year by helping other principals to encourage staff to use problem solving, higher order thinking skills, and academic language with the students. Dr. McGrath encourages principals to be change agents through approachable leadership.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction.

School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Dr. McGrath's passion is to ensure that all children are reading at grade level or better. McGrath has served as principal in a diverse school district in Iowa for nearly a decade. His blogs are updated regularly and thousands of followers are watching and tweeting this academic thought leader. Sign up for Twitter to follow Dr. Rich McGrath @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/14/2012 -- Principals must lead the change according to Iowa education thought leader, Dr. Rich McGrath.

Jason Nobel reported in the Des Moines Register that Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad suggested Senate Democrats and other lawmakers who obstruct passage of "bold" reforms to K-12 education could face political consequences in this year's elections. Branstad has championed a wide-ranging education reform package since the legislative session began in January, and has been supported for the most part by the Republican-controlled House. Nobel noted that the Democratic Senate, however, has taken issue with many elements of the reform, including expansions to charter and online schools and an early-grade literacy effort that would force schools to hold back third graders who cannot demonstrate reading proficiency.

Dr. McGrath understands the need for leadership change at the principal level and developed Kaizen Education Leadership. Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Dr. McGrath is meeting with schools, school districts, and education leaders in states most impacted by the NCLB waivers. The federal funding sources continue to have stipulations based on performance standards, although the metrics and measurement mechanisms may vary greatly as waivers are granted. Dr. McGrath insists, "Objective assessments are central to finding both immediate and on-going research-based improvements. Too often education consultants go into a school with a one-size-fits-all methodology or approach. The culture of each school and each school district requires leadership input, coaching, accountability, and results. No two children are the same, nor are two principals. Kaizen Education Leadership was expressly designed as a transformative process for elementary school principals."

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Change management is the hallmark to navigating the NCLB waivers and elementary school principals need guidance to ensure that continuous process improvement and lean education principles are implemented. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Principal Coaching Must be Part of NCLB Waivers Notes Dr. Rich McGrath of Kaizen Education Leadership

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/14/2012 -- Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, developed by Dr. Rich McGrath. The U.S. Department of Education has put several states on notice, insisting that states must demonstrate the ability to turn around low-performing schools and link teacher evaluations to personnel decisions. These are key concerns as the federal agency weighs the applications for a waiver from the No Child Left Behind law.

State legislatures are wrangling over education reform legislation that will establish a plan to turn around low-performing schools and address teacher evaluations, tenure, and dismissal. Coaching principal leadership in best practices, and effective change methodologies is needed regardless of the specific metrics devised by individual state legislatures. Principals must lead the change.

Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Dr. McGrath is meeting with schools, school districts, and education leaders in states most impacted by the NCLB waivers. The federal funding sources continue to have stipulations based on performance standards, although the metrics and measurement mechanisms may vary greatly as waivers are granted. Dr. McGrath insists, "Objective assessments are central to finding both immediate and on-going research-based improvements. Too often education consultants go into a school with a one-size-fits-all methodology or approach. The culture of each school and each school district requires leadership input, coaching, accountability, and results. No two children are the same, nor are two principals. Kaizen Education Leadership was expressly designed as a transformative process for elementary school principals."

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Change management is the hallmark to navigating the NCLB waivers and elementary school principals need guidance to ensure that continuous process improvement and lean education principles are implemented.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

NCLB Waivers Increase Need for Kaizen Education Leadership According to Dr. Rich McGrath

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/09/2012 -- Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, developed by Dr. Rich McGrath. As many states have received (or are seeking) waivers from the Federal No Child Left Behind program, a need to coach principals in best practices, and effective change methodologies is stronger than ever.

Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Dr. McGrath is meeting with schools, school districts, and education leaders in states most impacted by the NCLB waivers. The federal funding sources continue to have stipulations based on performance standards, although the metrics and measurement mechanisms may vary greatly as waivers are granted. Dr. McGrath insists, "Objective assessments are central to finding both immediate and on-going research-based improvements. Too often education consultants go into a school with a one-size-fits-all methodology or approach. The culture of each school and each school district requires leadership input, coaching, accountability, and results. No two children are the same, nor are two principals. Kaizen Education Leadership was expressly designed as a transformative process for elementary school principals."

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath served as principal for the past decade. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction. School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011.

Change management is the hallmark to navigating the NCLB waivers and elementary school principals need guidance to ensure that continuous process improvement and lean education principles are implemented.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

Dr. Rich McGrath
http://drrichmcgrath.com
(954) 907-8210
rich@drrichmcgrath.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Kaizen Education Leadership Change Agent Dr. Rich McGrath Launches Intensive Program

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/30/2012 -- According to Dr. Rich McGrath, "Nowhere is change more impactful, more important, than in elementary education -- where a child's love of learning begins." Kaizen means change. For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education.

Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, trademarked by Dr. McGrath.

Week-long sessions with the education change agent are being reserved for the 2012-2013 school year, including on-going monitor services.

Greater details can be found at http://www.drrichmcgrath.com/Services.html.

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr.McGrath has served as principal since 2004. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from The University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction.

School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Dr. McGrath's passion is to ensure that all children are reading at grade level or better. McGrath has served as principal in a diverse school district in Iowa for nearly a decade.

Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

Dr. Rich McGrath
http://drrichmcgrath.com
(954)907-8210
rich@drrichmcgrath.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/26/2012 -- Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath has served as principal since 2004. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

According to Nichole Zoeller, a well-respected Title I, Reading Recovery Teacher, "Dr. McGrath's leadership over the past five years has made a tremendous impact on not only my teaching, reflection, and growth but has changed the culture of our whole school. Through his knowledge in educational research, data, differentiation, and high expectations, he has created a successful learning environment."

Zoeller continued, "Dr. McGrath is a highly knowledgeable on educational research, best practices, theories behind these practices, and education in general. Not only is he knowledgeable, but he knows the importance of educating the staff and allowing them collaboration time to study and implement these best practices. Because he knows the importance of collaboration, he builds in time for staff collaboration which in turn effects our student achievement. He also knows the importance of data and the power behind using data to drive instruction.

Through weekly title meetings, monthly grade level data meetings, and individual data meetings he has brought the school to the fore front of using data analysis to boost our student achievement."

Dr. McGrath has high expectations for all students and all staff. Since a characteristic of a highly effective school is high expectations, he refuses to alter his adherence to consistently high expectations, regardless of either students' or teachers' knowledge or background.

Dr. McGrath developed the new Kaizen Education Leadership model and works with elementary school principals, starting in the 2012-2013 school year by helping other principals to encourage staff to use problem solving, higher order thinking skills, and academic language with the students. Dr. McGrath encourages principals to be change agents through approachable leadership.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction.

School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Dr. McGrath's passion is to ensure that all children are reading at grade level or better. McGrath has served as principal in a diverse school district in Iowa for nearly a decade. His blogs are updated regularly and thousands of followers are watching and tweeting this academic thought leader. Sign up for Twitter to follow Dr. Rich McGrath @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/25/2012 -- Kaizen Education Blitz is part of an intensive one week program in which each of the quadrants of school improvement are critically and carefully examined. Intensive work with Elementary School Principals and other education leaders to quickly identify the areas of change producing the greatest impact. Specific metrics and deliverables are identified prior to commencement of the Kaizen Education Blitz.

Kaizen means change and according to Dr. Rich McGrath, "A Kaizen Education Blitz is often needed to overcome apathy, change resistance, and explore idea, concepts, and best-practices in the elementary school." For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement. The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, trademarked by Dr. McGrath. Week-long sessions during the 2012-2013 school year include on-going monitor services. Greater details can be found at http://www.drrichmcgrath.com/Services.html.

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath has served as principal since 2004. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction.

School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Dr. McGrath's passion is to ensure that all children are reading at grade level or better. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Kaizen Education Leadership Monitoring as Part of Continuous Process Improvement

Sioux City, IA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/24/2012 -- Kaizen means change. According to Dr. Rich McGrath, "It is not enough to simply serve as a change agent for a week to inspire and teach transformational change in an elementary school. The monitoring component is critical to ensure fidelity and the structural commitment to ongoing change to product the best results for students." For a quarter century, Dr. Rich McGrath has been an important change agent in elementary education. Using well-established kaizen principles, Dr. McGrath has developed a systematic way to enter an elementary school and observe, assess, and recommend change that delivers research-based recommendations for best-practices, and continued process improvement.

The elimination of wasteful and ineffective strategies generates both qualifiable and quantifiable results. Ongoing monitoring is a critical aspect of Kaizen Education Leadership.

Essential aspects of the school improvement model are thoroughly examined in Kaizen Education Leadership, trademarked by Dr. McGrath. Week-long sessions during the 2012-2013 school year include on-going monitor services. Greater details can be found at http://www.drrichmcgrath.com/Services.html.

Dr. Rich McGrath (http://www.drrichmcgrath.com) is an expert in all phases of education, particularly versed in school-wide reform of inner city schools; with experience leading a school of students with over 90% poverty and over 60% English Language Learners.

Dr. McGrath has served as principal since 2004. Before his career as a principal, he was a reading consultant for Northwest Area Education Agency for five years; a classroom teacher for fifteen years for Sioux City Community Schools, Iowa and Aurora Public Schools, Colorado.

A graduate of University of Denver, Colorado, Dr. McGrath studied education under Ellin Oliver Keene, noted education author. Dr. McGrath received his Master's in School Administration from University of Northern Iowa and then earned his doctorate from University of South Dakota in Curriculum and Instruction.

School Administrators of Iowa recognized Dr. Richard McGrath as one of the leading elementary school principals in Iowa in 2011. Dr. McGrath's passion is to ensure that all children are reading at grade level or better. Follow Dr. Rich McGrath on Twitter @drrichmcgrath. Insights, news, and best-practices can be followed daily.

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm