PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIP EFFECTIVENESS IN RELATION TO SCHOOL ACHIEVEMENT IN SELECTED PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN CEBU CITY

Abstract

Principals are considered the pilots in attaining to what the school has envisioned to succeed. Highly effective school principals are vital in initiating, innovating, implementing and sustaining the school success (Tucker & Codding, 2002). Leithwood et. al. (2008) averred that as leaders, they significantly impact the overall organizational performance. While the crucial functions of principals accross the globe have remained unmodified over the years, their essential roles have shifted drastically (Hull, 2012). From building managers, carrying out regulations, adhering to district rules, and avoiding mistakes, they shifted to being instructional leaders equipted with skills in developing a team of teachers, who bestow effective instruction to students