Leadership of Female School Principals in Improving School Quality Culture: Case Study at SMA Negeri 1 Selong, Indonesia

Ahmad Faizun, Untung Waluyo, Sudirman Wilian, Sudirman Sudirman, Fahruddin Fahruddin

Abstract

This research examines female school principals' leadership in improving the quality culture at SMA Negeri 1 Selong. Specifically, the study aims to 1) describe the leadership style applied by the female principal in enhancing the quality culture at SMA Negeri 1 Selong and 2) identify the efforts made by the female principal to overcome obstacles in improving the quality culture at Selong 1 Public High School. This study uses a qualitative approach with a single case study method. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation techniques. The study results show that the female principal at SMA Negeri 1 Selong implements a democratic leadership style with the flexibility to be authoritarian in certain situations. The strategies include student data input, personnel (teachers) and human resources, facilities and infrastructure, and communication. This research concludes that female school principals' leadership can significantly improve the quality of culture in schools.

10.22178/pos.107-22


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Female Leadership; School Principal; Quality Culture; Education; Leadership Strategies

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