What makes a great principal?

Great principals lead effective schools. Under the leadership of a great principal, teachers thrive, students engage with core content and school administrative functions run smoothly.

Conventional wisdom recognizes the value of school principals, and research backs it up. A report by the National Association of Elementary School Principals found that, of the most important factors affecting students’ academic achievement, leadership comes second only to instruction.

This finding makes sense as principals serve as the head of their schools, and their decisions affect school culture, parent involvement and overall community satisfaction. The level of influence a principal possesses, along with the benefits that can accompany the position, make it a post that many motivated educators aspire to hold.…Read More

Here’s why great principals matter

Effective principals reach all corners of education

principal-leadershipStrong leadership is essential to any school’s success, and school principals play a vital role in ensuring teachers and students are successful in the classroom.

With strong and flexible leadership, teachers say they feel they have freedom to explore new teaching techniques and approaches.

Principals who foster positive school cultures see the returns of such efforts in student achievement, engagement, and teacher satisfaction.…Read More