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Advantages and Challenges of Distributing Leadership in Middle-Level Schools
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Grenda, J. Patrick; Hackmann, Donald G. – NASSP Bulletin, 2014
This multiple-site case study examined distributed leadership practices of three middle school principals, using observations, interviews, and document analysis. Findings disclosed that the principals built on the interdisciplinary teaming structure to develop empowering organizational structures that promoted democratic governance. Employing…
Descriptors: Leadership Styles, Transformational Leadership, Participative Decision Making, Administrative Organization
A Case Study of Middle Grades Leadership in a Conversion Charter School
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Bickmore, Dana L.; Dowell, Margaret-Mary Sulentic – NASSP Bulletin, 2015
This 3-year case study examined middle grades principal leadership in a takeover charter school. The researcher analyzed principal and teacher interviews, field notes, and documents in relationship to a middle grades model of principal leadership. Results suggest the principals' limited experience, organizational factors unique to takeover charter…
Descriptors: Middle Schools, Principals, Instructional Leadership, Charter Schools
Professional Growth Seminars Encourage Shared Decision Making, Collaboration.
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Alvarez, Doris Sanchez – NASSP Bulletin, 1992
Simply involving teachers in decision making does not ensure a more effective school. As one San Diego high school's experience with strategic planning shows, teachers must have previous experiences that stress personal validation, build collegiality, and provide opportunities for inquiry and reflection. Principals must be able to gauge staff…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Case Studies, Collegiality, Cooperation