Principals' Efficiency and Effectiveness as Indicators of School Performance in the District of Nasugbu East

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

Leadership is one of the elusive attributes that separate effective principals from less effective ones. In a school setting, it is a process by which a principal influences and coordinates the activities of all stake holders for the achievement of school goals. Consequently, a leader in an educational setting is expected to demonstrate administrative effectiveness and efficiency. These roles are very necessary to the performance of supervisory functions as the head of a school.Good principals have the ability to influence others in attaining the organization's goals. They are as precious as gold and precious stone. They are selfless for they are willing to give what they have and willing to devote their time without asking for anything in response. It is also their marks that they are also dedicated (Wallace Foundation, 2013).

METHODS

Mathematical formulas and statistical treatments were used to answer the problems of the study such as percentage distribution, mean and coefficient of correlation. Descriptive-correlational design was used in this study. This method was used in providing facts for the completion of the study. The respondents were elementary school principals in the District of Nasugbu East.

RESULTS

The findings revealed that the principals from the District of Nasugbu East have outstanding level of efficiency and very satisfactory level of effectiveness are indicators of school performance but to a limited extent.

DISCUSSIONS

Principals professional and personal characteristics is outstanding; they are also outstanding in terms of their attendance which is also a must. In terms of their linkage management as basis of their efficiency, they are at the outstanding level. It is important for principals to develop the ability of lasting and meaningful partnership since these organizations can contribute in the realization of the organizational goals.In terms of their effectiveness they are at the satisfactory level, it includes Resource Management, Staff Development and others. It is important that they continuously evaluate themselves and have a clear picture of their own strength and weaknesses so that they can improve in areas where they are weak and further so that they can improve in areas where they are weak and further enhance their strength. These actions may help them to succeed in their jobs and become effective school heads for a better school performance.