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WHAT GREAT PRINCIPALS DO DIFFERENTLY?

Great Principals…  never forget that it is people, not programs that determine the quality of a school.  have clarity about who they are, what they do, and how others perceive them.  take responsibility for their own performance and for all aspects of their school. create a positive atmosphere in their schools. They treat every person with respect. In particular, they understand the power of praise.  consistently filter out the negatives that don't matter and share a positive attitude.  deliberately apply a range of strategies to improve teacher performance.  take every opportunity to hire and retain the very best teachers.  understand the dynamics of change. keep standardized testing in perspective and focus on the real issue of student learning.  know when to focus on behavior before beliefs.  are loyal to their students, to their teachers, and to the school. They expect loyalty to students and the school to take precedence over loyalty to ...

SCHOOL-BASED MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK

A framework for School-Based Management (SBM) provides a structured approach to decentralizing decision-making and empowering schools to manage their own operations. By following this framework, schools can effectively implement SBM, leading to improved educational outcomes, increased stakeholder engagement, and enhanced school autonomy. 1.      Governance and Leadership School Governing Body : Establish a school council or board consisting of school leaders, teachers, parents, community members, and sometimes students. Roles and Responsibilities : Clearly define the roles and responsibilities of the school council, principal, teachers, and other stakeholders. Decision-Making Processes : Develop transparent and inclusive decision-making processes that involve all relevant stakeholders. 2.     Curriculum and Instruction Curriculum Development : Allow schools to adapt the national or regional curriculum to fit local needs and contexts. Instructional Strategie...

SCHOOL-BASED MANAGEMENT PRACTICES

By adopting these practices, SBM aims to create more responsive, accountable, and effective educational environments that cater to the unique needs of each school community. 1.       Decentralized Decision-Making : Schools have greater autonomy in making decisions about curriculum, budget, staffing, and resource allocation. School leaders, teachers, and sometimes parents and students are involved in decision-making processes. 2.       Community Involvement : Encourages active participation from parents, community members, and other stakeholders in school affairs. Establishes school councils or boards that include representatives from various stakeholder groups. 3.       Accountability : Schools are held accountable for student performance and overall school outcomes. Implementation of performance-based assessments and evaluations for teachers and students. 4.       Customized Curriculum : Schools can adapt t...

PROCESS-BASED VS RESULTS-BASED

Process-Based Approach Definition : A process-based approach focuses on the methods, procedures, and steps taken to achieve an outcome. The emphasis is on how things are done. Key Characteristics : Emphasis on Procedures : Detailed attention is given to the steps and methods used. Consistency and Standardization : Ensures that processes are followed consistently to maintain quality. Continuous Improvement : Processes are regularly reviewed and improved. Documentation : Extensive documentation of procedures and methods. Training and Development : Focus on training individuals to follow the processes correctly. Advantages : Ensures consistency and reliability. Facilitates continuous improvement. Helps in identifying inefficiencies and areas for improvement.  Useful in highly regulated industries where compliance is critical. Disadvantages : Can be bureaucratic and rigid. May stifle creativity and innovation. Can lead to overemphasis on process at the expense of outcomes.  Result...

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