Being a principal is indeed a demanding job. People have lots of expectations from the school head. There is a saying that, “ wherever the principal goes, the school follows.” The position as a school head provides an enormous opportunity to influence others . When used skillfully, that opportunity could promote quality learning and help shape our country’s future. The position is certainly a demanding one. So many groups and individuals have expectations as to what the principals should give or achieve . Here are some of the expectations:• Parents and community members expect someone who is public minded and high principled. They expect a person who is open to outside initiatives and who will regularly communicate with them..• Teachers expect their school principal to be an instructional leader and supporter of curriculum initiatives. The principal is expected by teachers to be very visible and active around the school campus. • Students expect a sympathetic counselor in their school head. He/she is expected to be the final arbiter on matters of justice , disciple and giving penalties . Above all, they expect and inspirational model and charismatic figurehead. • Government officials and senior officers expect principal to be thorough, reliable, efficient, and capable of implementing and monitoring departmental policies. Different groups expect different things as they have different needs and come from many perspectives . Regardless of whether is one is a teacher, student, parent or community stakeholder, a common expectation is the school head demonstrate leadership. One big expectation is to provide quality education because it is the core task or business of the school. A key task for principals is to create collective expectation among teachers concerning student performance. The instructional leadership of the principal is a critical factor in the success of a school’s improvement initiatives and the overall effectiveness of the school. The primary responsibility of the principal is to promote the learning and success of all students School principals can accomplish this goal by focusing on learning, encouraging collaboration, providing support assessment and instruction.
By: Mrs. Modesta B. Abrantes | Principal II | Bagac Elementary School | Bagac, Bataan
