Is there any more important role for a board that appointing the right person to the position of school principal? The simple answer is no and few boards have the expertise or time to conduct a professional process that will ensure the right person is appointed.  Clarifying expectations of what the board wants in their new principal, reviewing and updating a job description, developing an application pack for prospective candidates, developing an advertisement, developing a shortlisting process, interviewing, conducting thorough referee checks and getting psychometric testing completed to provide that added assurance can be overwhelming.  Dave has the expertise to provide that support at very reasonable cost to the school.  He also provides support for senior leadership appointments. Contact him for more information.