Author & Educator 

Rick Stein

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An experienced school leader & author

Author:

Rick's second novel, And... forged a new path in his writing.  Ralph James is the main character. Ralph is 92 years old and the oldest surviving member of his immediate family. Travel through a day with Ralph and see what happens in his life.

Rick's first novel, Running On Empty, captures a school year through the eyes of a teacher, principal and superintendent.  Reader's have described it as, "Real-life" ..."Opened my eyes to the tough job teachers have."

Rick is the author of two novels. His first novel, Running On Empty, was released in October, 2012.  His second novel, And..., has been released.  

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School Leadership & Planning

Leader:

Rick Stein is an educator with 38 years of service in public education in western New York State. His career began as an elementary school teacher (grades 1, 3 and 5). He also served as a teachers' association President. He was a  Human Resource Director, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Associate Superintendent and for the last six years of his education career, a Superintendent of Schools.  Currently Rick is an active writer and President of Dario Advisors, LLC.