What Schools Can Be: A Guide for Educators - Hardcoverby Rick Ackerly (Author) In entertaining stories of teachers, children, parents and principals Ackerly shows leadership in action and defines the elements of educational cultures, how culture is the delivery system for education, and how individuals can be leaders and create the culture of whatever group they are in. Author Biography Rick Ackerly is a nationally recognized educator and speaker with 45 years of experience working in and for schools.