Professional Journal Articles/Newspaper Articles (at end)

Rettig, P.R. (In Progress). “Democratic Schools: Making Shared Governance Meaningful.” The International Journal of Educational Organization and Leadership.

Rettig, P.R. (April 2022). “A Cross-Campus Robust Retention Initiative—The Vortex Approach: Case Study.” Strategic Enrollment Management Quarterly. AACRAO: American Association of College Registrars and Admissions Officers.

Rettig, P.R. (October 2021). "Leading Up." The Academy for Advancing Leadership.

Tingle, M., Schmitiz, J., & Rettig, P. (Winter 2021). “QEP is HIP: A Case Study Implementing an Institution-Wide Undergraduate Research Community of Practice for a Small, Private College Setting,” Journal of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.

Rettig, P.R. (2019). “Shared Governance: The ‘Keystone’ Process to the Higher Education Ecology Survival.” The Academy for Advancing Leadership.

Rettig, P.R. (2011). Forward to book by Strike and Nickelsen. Mentoring the Educational Leader.Rowman & Littlefield.

Rettig, P.R., Stenbroten, C., Sims, D., and VandeZande, C. (2010). “Academic Learning Outcomes for the Student-Athlete.” Athletics Administration.

Vande Zande, C., and Rettig, P.R. (2010). “Looking at Underserved Student Success in High-Impact Practices.” A Collection of Papers on Self-Study and Institutional Improvement (26).

Rettig, P.R., and R. Urofsky (2005). “Quantum Counseling: A New Perspective for Professional School Counselors.” Journal of School Counseling (3).

Rettig, P.R. (2005). “Democratic Principals in Schools.” The International Journal of Diversity in Organizations, Communities and Nations.

Rettig, P.R. (2003). “School Reform through Natural Leadership.” International Journal of Learning. (10).

Rettig, P.R. (2002). “Educational Leadership Must Take a Quantum Leap.” International Journal of Learning. (9).

Rettig, P.R. (Summer 2004). “Beyond Organizational Tinkering: A New View of School Reform.” Educational Horizons. (82).

Rettig, P.R. (Spring 2001). "Can You Quantumfy That?" Educational Considerations.

Rettig, P.R., Garcia, P.,& Lampe, S. (Fall 2000). “Supervising Your Faculty with a Differentiated Model.” The Department Chair. American Council on Education. 11(2): 1–21.

Rettig, P.R. (Fall 2000). "Leslie's lament: How can I make teacher supervision meaningful?"Educational Horizons.

Rettig, P.R., Garcia, P., & Lampe, S. (June 2000). "A differentiated model for supervising faculty." Proceedings of the 1 7th Annual Conference for Academic chairpersons celebrating success: Sharing best practices. (vol. 50) Published by National Issues in Higher Education Kansas State University.

Rettig, P.R., & Rettig, J.L. (November 1999) "Linking brain research and art education." Art Teacher.

Rettig, P.R. (Spring 1999) "One community's answer to teacher diversity: Lakeland College Urban Teachers Outreach Program." TESOL Journal (16).

Rettig, P.R. (January1999). "Differentiated supervision: A new approach." Principal.

Rettig, P.R. (Fall 1998)."Reflections on supervision and evaluation: And one district's steps in the right direction." AASA Professor.

Rettig, P.R. (July 1998). "Our constituents speak to us about DARE" Wisconsin School News.

Rettig, P.R. & Khodavandi, M. (Fall 1998) "Recruiting minority teachers: UTOP program." Phi Delta Kappa Fastback Series #436.

Rettig, P.R. (April 1998) "Directing school leadership" Wisconsin School News.

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Newspaper Articles

Published articles or quotes in Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC) or The Northeast Georgian (TNG):
May 12, 2025 "AI Should be a Partner, Not a Ghostwriter, for Students, article in AJC with Elias Clinton.
May 5, 2025 “How Educators Can Help Students Ethically Use AI to Hone Their Writing,” article in AJC.
May 2, 2025 "More Time is Needed to Cover More," article in TNG.
April 30, 2025 "Baldwin Denies Library Funding Request," quotes in TNG.
April 28, 2025 "You Can't Be Certain This Wasn't Written by AI. That's Sad and Unfortunate," article in AJC.
April 16, 2025 "Baldwin Tables Library Request," quotes in TNG.
April 9, 2025 "Mt. Airy Tables Consideration for Support of Libraries," quotes in TNG.
April 4, 2025 "Where Should it Go in the Curriculum?" article in TNG.
Mar. 7, 2025 "What is Happening in NCAA Division I?," article in TNG.
Feb. 7, 2025 "Teaching Civics in Schools," article in TNG.
Jan. 3, 2025 "Teachers Need Chance to Explain Topics Deeply," article in TNG.
Dec. 18, 2024 "College Football Money is too Influential for a Feckless NCAA," article in AJC.
Dec. 10, 2024 "The Test of a Strong Civics Education: Creating Active and Engaged Citizens," article in AJC.
Dec. 6, 2024 "Education Excellence Includes Connecting with Businesses," article in TNG.
Nov. 18, 2024 "Teachers are Being Rushed. It's not Fair to Them or Their Students," article in AJC.
Nov. 1, 2024 "Education Issues Include Retaining Educators, School Superintendents," article in TNG.
Oct. 11, 2024 "Excellence in Education Involves Addressing Students' Health, Future," article in TNG.
Sept. 6, 2024 "The Top Ten Issues to Watch in Georgia Education," article in TNG.
Sept. 3, 2024 "Don't Give Up On Football: We Need It," article in AJC.
Aug. 7, 2024 "Education Must Be Free of Bureaucracy," article in TNG.
July 2, 2024 "Let Non-Violent Freedom Ring," article in TNG.
June 14, 2024 "Experience Bolsters Educational Discourse," article in TNG.
May 31, 2024 "The Evolution of American Education," article in TNG.
April 12, 2024 "Understanding Scholarship," article in TNG.
March 8, 2024 "Missions of Educators Defined," article in TNG.
Feb. 2, 2024 "Finding the Future of Higher Education," article in TNG.
Jan. 3, 2024 "Following the Long Road to Her Goals," article in TNG.
Dec. 12, 2023 "Public Officials Deserve Our Respect, Admiration," article in TNG.
Nov. 8, 2023 "You Can Blame it on the Brain," article in TNG.
Oct 11, 2023 "The Only Path to Success is Together," article in TNG.
Sep 22, 2023 "Experiences Enhance the Learning Process," article in TNG.
Aug 11, 2023 "Parents Just Don't Get It, or Do They?" article in TNG.
July 14, 2023 "Educational Culture Differs in Other Parts of the World," article in NTG with Mariajose Montoya Talavera
June 13, 2023 "U.S. Value on Individual Isn't Universal," article in AJC with Mariajose Montoya
June 9, 2023 "Modern Lessons Learned from Plato's Republic," article in TNG.
June 8, 2023 "U.S. Classrooms’ Value on Individual Effort Isn’t Norm Everywhere,” article in AJC’s Get Schooled Blog with Mariajose
June 7, 2023 "Our Schools Must Prioritize the Values of Democracy," article in TNG.
May 5, 2023 "Democracy and the Adaptation to Everyday Life," article in TNG.
April 5, 2023 "Touring the Multiverse of Madness," article in TNG.
March 21, 2023 "Field of Study Not Key to New Academic Program Success," quoted in article by Jaime Adame for Insiderhighered.com
March 3, 2023 "Trip through the Quantum Realm Yields New Insights," article in TNG.
Feb. 3, 2023 "Public School Funding Still a Major Issue in Georgia," article in TNG.
Jan. 11, 2023 "The Fourth Estate is Vital to Our Community," article in TNG.
Jan. 6, 2023 "More Thoughts on the Cognitive Development of Young People," article in TNG.
Dec. 9, 2022 "Embracing the College Life." article in TNG.
Nov. 11, 2022 "The World Needs to Find More Quality Teachers," article in TNG.
Nov. 6, 2022 "Here's Why I'm Voting. And Why You Should, too," quoted in the AJC.
Nov. 4, 2022 "Navigating the Court System," article in the TNG.
Oct. 19, 2022 "Brain Research Gives Insights into Education," article in TNG.
Sept. 7, 2022 "Teachers, Students Bring A Lot to the Table," article in TNG.
Aug 5, 2022 "The Benefits of Leading Up," article in TNG.
July 13, 2022 "Votes by the Few Decide for the Many," article in TNG.
July 8, 2022 "It's Never too Late to Return to School," article in TNG.
June 3, 2022 "Community Supports the Hospital, Vice Versa," article in TNG.
May 4, 2022 “Collaborating with a Team Effort is Key to Success,” article in TNG.
April 15, 2022 “How Your County Government Works,” article in TNG.
April 6, 2022 “Leaders Teach Others to Self-Motivate,” article in TNG.
March 4, 2022 “Coaches and Athletes Can Be Sources of Important Lessons,” article in TNG.
Feb. 2, 2022 “In the Trenches,” article in TNG.
Jan. 14, 2022 “Connecting with your Local Government,” article in TNG.
Jan. 7, 2022 “A Look at Our Libraries,” article in TNG.
Dec. 1, 2021 “The State of Education in Georgia,” article in TNG.
Nov. 3, 2021 “Leaders for Education,” article in TNG.
Oct. 1, 2021 “Develop Our Workforce Pipeline,” article in TNG.
Sept. 3, 2021 “Why I’m Vaccinated: My Civic Responsibility,” front page article in AJC.
Sept. 1, 2021 . “Seeking Connections Between Schools and Job Market,” article in TNG.
August 18, 2021 “Make Your College Experience Count,” article in TNG.
August 15, 2021 “Starting College? Make the Most of It,” article in AJC.
August 11, 2021 “Parent Involvement is Crucial for Students,” article in TNG.
July 7, 2021 “Education Accountability is Vital,” article in TNG.
June 2, 2021 “Teacher ‘Pipeline’ Needed to Find New Educators,” article in TNG.
May 14, 2021 “Delivery of Instruction a Major Factor in Schools,” article in TNG.
April 9, 2021 “Early Learning Can Have Long-Term Gains,” article in TNG.
Mar. 19, 2021 “Funding for Equity in Education,” article in TNG.
Feb. 17, 2021 “We Must Reduce the Equity Gap in Education,” article in TNG.
Jan. 15, 2021 “Village of Educators Meets Challenges with Strength,” article TNG.
Jan. 3, 2021 “A New Year Filled with Hope and Optimism,” quoted in AJC.
Nov. 1, 2020 “Here’s Why I’m Voting and You Should Too,” quoted in AJC.
May 11, 2020 “Crises Helps Reveal Power of our Heroes,” article in AJC.
May 8, 2020 “Readers Who Share Lives with You,” quoted in AJC.
April 17, 2020 “Human Nature is a Two-Sided Coin,” article in AJC.
April 10, 2020 “Lifting One Another Up During Difficult Times,” article in AJC.
Feb. 3, 2020 “Taking His Hits with Playing Semi-Pro Football,” article in AJC.

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Newspaper Articles

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