Leading cultural change involves an understanding of leadership skills and an appreciation of the development of cultures in a school setting.
by David Stewart
In this article, originally developed for the First-Time Principals Programme, David Stewart explores the link between effective principalship and school cultures that supports learning. He overviews the work of a number of theorists who argue that successful leadership stems from a particular form of school culture – one where schools are perceived as 'communities' rather than 'organisations'.
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Debbie Marshall-Lobb discusses how relationships are everything and how the principal plays a really powerful role in terms of shaping culture.
Gisborne Girls High school is part of a local, a national, and an international community. Karen Johansen feels celebrating success is an integral part of the school culture.
Linda Tame has discovered the power of teacher learning. The staff and the students realise that learning at Lincoln High School is changing.
Malcolm Dixon shares his ideas for building a culture of success through teacher professional growth and digital technologies.
Maureen Kerr discusses changing from management to professional leadership.
by Neil Dempster
In this conference paper, Neil Dempster suggests there is a relationship between the contemporary political climate of school leadership and an increase in ethical dilemmas faced by principals. This link also takes you to a number of other papers that focus on ethics and leadership.
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by Rick DuFour
In this commentary, Rick DuFour examines an area currently under close scrutiny in New Zealand: the impact that teacher practices have on student learning. He asks, “What happens in our schools when, despite our best efforts in the classroom, a student does not learn?”
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