School administrators have the second greatest effect on student learning, after classroom instruction. The author's literature review shows Leithwood et al.'s (2008) framework of leadership actions to be influential in instructional leadership and student success. School leaders are advised to (1) build vision and set direction, (2) develop staff capacity, (3) redesign the school organization to match the vision, and (4) manage the teaching and learning program. This combination of leadership actions improves staff engagement, student engagement, and student achievement.