The principal is the chief architect of a school :: Mmegi Online

It is not without justification for every member of a school learning community and parents to look up to the school principal for leadership, direction, encouragement and inspiration. The position of school principal is one of influence. The principal is the chief architect of the tone of the school and its vision.

The whole school ecosystem rests on his or her shoulders. Nonetheless, a school is a demanding and trouble prone institution which cannot be powered by a single engine. A one engine school is a fragile and limping institution destined to fly into some certain disaster.

The role of each organ of a school is of paramount importance in its continued survival and prosperity. The treasury is the defender of honesty and integrity when dealing with finances, the class teacher as the first point of contact with the student in the classroom theatre identifies crisis and manages them before spiraling out of control.

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