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Sustainability of the improvements made in low performing schools is often the subject of the discussion during a time of change. Stakeholders involved in creating change may not know which characteristics determine sustainability or possess the knowledge to connect theory and practice. Leadership practices should focus on needs of constituents and stakeholders and should be continuously improved upon to add value to the people and the organization.

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VITA: JASON THOMAS RADFORD. EDUCATION: Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, & Doctor of Education. Currently working as the Manager of District 180 at the Kentucky Department Education overseeing the work in Kentucky´s Priority (Persistently Low Achieving) Schools.

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