Effective Principal Leadership Strategy in Managing Integrated Islamic School Organisation at SMA IT Yarsi Mataram, Indonesia

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the effective principal leadership strategy in managing an integrated Islamic school organisation at SMA IT YARSI Mataram and the supporting and inhibiting factors of the effective principal leadership strategy in managing an integrated Islamic school organisation at SMA IT YARSI Mataram. This study employs a qualitative approach, utilising a case study research design. The data collection techniques employed are interviews and documentation. The data analysis technique employed is the Miles and Huberman model, which involves data reduction, data presentation, and data analysis to conclude. The results of this study indicate that the effective principal leadership strategy carried out is to develop the school's vision and mission based on the integration of holistic intelligence (intellectual-spiritual) and the principles of the Qur'an, align all components of the school, carry out recruitment and development of human resources, implement curriculum standards, and integrate Islamic values with everyday life. Internal supporting factors are the principal's experience in managing SIT and the condition of human resources following JSIT. External supporting factors are good relations with the foundation, cooperation with the committee and parents, adequate facilities and infrastructure and available educational funding. Meanwhile, inhibiting factors include the condition of teaching and educational personnel, the availability of facilities and infrastructure, and obstacles in managing school organisations.