The research in school administration clearly demonstrates there is a diminishing pool of candidates for administrator's positions nationwide. Some studies even suggest the problem is on the verge of epidemic proportions. What can be done to meet school districts' needs in attracting and retaining school leaders? One answer is through job sharing, a practice more often found in non-leadership positions.
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