Dr. Kevin Popadines created an exceptional piece of literature that has and will continue to receive the highest-level feedback from national and international educators. Here he offers information that integrates school improvement, adult learning theory and leadership implementation appropriate for community members, teachers, school improvement specialists and administrators. Anyone with a sincere desire to promote the highest student achievement should read this motivating and invigorating book. It is relevant and is sure to impact education as we move forward in improving school improvement efforts and results. In his words, let this be a call to action as we challenge the status quo!

Dr. Harriet Hunter-Boykin, Department of Defense Education Activity community superintendent, retired

No matter what field a person works in, looking for new inspiration is a common theme. Improving Schools: Simple Approaches and Understandings to Realize Growth provides exactly that, new inspiration, new vigor and a boost to educators. Having a focus on adult learners breathes new life into the field. I admire how this book is not blaming educators or the education field but rather suggesting the focus on adult learners can pave a new way to bring enthusiasm back into the classroom. The whole education system from administrators, districts and teachers can really benefit from this book in creating a refresh in the classroom.

Marisa Huppert, senior program coordinator, professional and continuing education, University of San Diego

Dr. Popadines is a rising star whose insights into adult learning theory are derived from years of experience in implementing effective initiatives to address some of the challenges inherent in school improvement and student achievement. He has written an insightful book that identifies the relevant issues facing school communities while advancing several thought-provoking approaches to address these issues. His understanding of the intricacies of the relationship between continuous improvement and adult learning theory is noteworthy. Improving Schools: Simple Approaches and Understandings to Realize Growth is a viable resource for anyone involved in continuous school improvement.

Aldridge A. Boone, Ed.D, former Virginia School Districts superintendent and former Department of Defense Education Association superintendent