Instructional Leadership and School Management Functions of Secondary School Heads in the Division of Lipa City

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

This action research aims to promote high-quality learning of students and school heads to mobilize the community as well as the local government units to invest time, money and effort in making the school a better place.

METHODS

The method employed in this research was a descriptive design. The data was gathered through various procedures and methods and it consists of a research design, respondents, and data gathering instruments. Statistical treatments were used to analyze the data. There were two groups of respondents, namely, 15 school heads and 300 teachers. Weighted mean, ranking, Pearson’s r moment correlation, and t-test were the statistical tools applied in the study.

RESULTS

The study focused on the perception of teachers and school heads on the leadership and management styles of school heads in Division of Lipa City. A significant relationship existed between supervisory and management practices of school principals. They did not only manage the project-making activity, but they also join teachers in performing teaching work. In addition, the proposed intervention activities show concerns which are management-oriented. By involving teachers, other personnel, and even stakeholders particularly the parents of students in worthwhile activities, it is necessary to formulate a plan of action that will serve as a guide. The researcher used the result to develop an action plan that would help in improving the management functions of school administrators.

DISCUSSIONS

School heads should provide teachers an opportunity to teach different students with various learning styles thus, teachers must be updated with new trends in teaching; the school heads should be more vigilant in requesting; more stakeholders should take part in the planning committee of the school; teachers are recommended to attend seminars and training as well as take scholarships in the graduate program for their professional growth.