This case study of a single campus of a California public university looks at what involvement faculty want in the financial components of the shared governance of their institution. It explores their real involvement on a campus with a particularly strong shared governance culture and systems, where academic senate subcommittees allow faculty to…

It was not known the extent, if any, the four facets of shared instructional leadership (shared vision, focus on instruction, monitoring of progress, and broad collaboration) predicted School Climate (SC). This study used a quantitative, predictive correlational design using multiple regression to statistically analyze the data. The population was…

Principal turnover remains a significant challenge in U.S. public schools, particularly in high-poverty contexts, where leadership instability negatively impacts student achievement, teacher retention, and overall school performance. This study investigated the relationship between distributed leadership practices and burnout among secondary…

Professional staff, non-faculty employees who support the work of faculty and students, are one of the fastest-growing segments in the higher education workforce (Nadler et al., 2010; Mousavizadeh, 2021). Despite their expertise in a myriad of functional areas on a college campus, staff are not privileged as participants in the shared governance…

Principal self-efficacy is crucial to educational leadership, especially in instructional and operational areas, as found in this study. The study examines how principals maintain self-efficacy despite their many responsibilities, drawing on Bandura and Schunk's (1981) research on human behavior and belief and perception. Bandura and Adams (1977)…

Even with significant resources and professional development committed to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, some elementary teachers do not feel prepared to integrate multidisciplinary content or implement project-based learning (PBL). Further research is needed for school leaders to shift traditional education…

The aim of this qualitative case study was to explore K-12 school leadership through the perceptions of teachers. This study sought to better understand the effects of administrative leadership style on teacher retention from the perspective of teachers. Additionally, the study further sought to understand teachers' perspectives of the influence…

This research focused on the topic of how administrative authority and servant leadership work together in the achievement of the goals of academic institutions. The research problem that the study sought to address was the lack of understanding of how servant leadership functions related to administrative authority functions in the realization of…

The role of a school principal is both multifaceted and demanding, often leading to significant emotional exhaustion and burnout. This study explored the challenges faced by veteran principals in balancing their professional and personal lives through a qualitative methodology. It aimed to understand how these principals navigated the complexities…

School staffing shortages are afflicting schools across the country. As a result, teachers are faced with larger class sizes, and they are being tasked with additional responsibilities. Ineffective leadership practices have compounded the issue resulting in teachers who are unsatisfied with their jobs. Consequently, many unsatisfied teachers are…

The number of charter schools in operation has steadily increased over the years, particularly in the state of Florida. In Florida, independently run charter schools experience closures or mandated control from Charter Management Organizations (CMOs) for several reasons; therefore, the purpose of this study is to iterate how alternative methods of…

Purpose: The purpose of this qualitative study was to examine the thoughts, feelings, and actions of middle school administrators regarding their school leadership and their influence on the use of exclusionary and restorative justice practices. Theoretical Framework: This research was on grounded by two foundational theories: Sociocultural Theory…

This program evaluation delves into the hybridization of implementation science and traditional site planning at ABC Elementary. Over an 18-month period, this evaluation utilizes an array of instruments within the principal's professional duties, including reflective notes, internal documents, and developmental materials. These tools are aimed at…

The purpose of this quantitative correlational study was to examine the influence that head athletic coaches have on the spiritual development of their athletes at faith-based colleges and universities. Using van Dierendonck's (2011) Servant Leadership model as a theoretical framework, student-athletes from three Council of Christian Colleges and…

The role of school principals in shaping school culture is well recognized, yet barriers often prevent them from effectively influencing this critical aspect of educational leadership. This project investigates the perceptions of elementary principals regarding the barriers and behaviors that influence school culture. Using qualitative research…