Thomas F. Kelly, Ph. D.

"No one thinks we need higher academic standards more than me.
At the same time I must say that the higher standards we need most are not academic.
The higher standards we need most are moral,
and until we get that straight the schools and the general culture are going nowhere but down."

	Character Education: Natural Law, Human Happiness and Success First observed by Aristotle, natural laws exist and govern human behavior (example: everything in moderation). This book provides an alternative framework for school discipline which incorporates the ideas of William Glasser, W. Edwards Deming and Steven Covey. It includes a needs assessment survey for schools wishing to pursue character education. DOWNLOAD A FREE COPY
	Systemic Assessment Manual & Training W. Edwards Deming has estimated that 95% of the chronic problems in organizations are systemic or structural. The assessment schools need most is of the structure of schools, their programs, practices, policies, etc. Dr. Thomas F. Kelly has developed specific tools and strategies to implement Dr. Deming's ideas in schools. Seventeen needs assessment surveys for planning are included. Training is also available. DOWNLOAD A FREE COPY
	Practical Strategies for School Improvement Planning This book provides materials and activities for school improvement planning teams based primarily on the Effective Schools Research and program which has involved over 1,000 schools in NY State alone. Available (in print only, sorry) from National School Services for $95. Call 800-262-4511
	Needs Assessment Surveys for Systemic Change William Glasser has observed that the only assessment that brings excellence is self assessment. These surveys, already used in more than 5,000 schools, enable the school to include all interested parties in the assessment. Reassessment over time enables the school to monitor progress in systemic change and update priorities as needed. Consensus is easily developed.
	"All Together Now" decision making software The new program enables schools to brainstorm and prioritize using the Internet to expedite the decision making and planning process. It removes common obstacles such as turf, personalities, rolls, ego, etc. Ideas are allowed to compete on their own merit. This inexpensive program saves times, work, and money while making shared decision making and planning fun! It is available in Macintosh versions.
	Who is Dr. Thomas Kelly, anyway? Dr. Kelly has over thirty years experience in education. He is the author of the programs listed above and can be reached at drkelly@drtomkelly.com. Check out his bio here.