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- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- ISSN
- 0957-8234
- DOI
- 10.1108/JEA-03-2016-0034
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine how Robbins ES has sustained high academic performance over almost 20 years despite several changes in principals.Design/methodology/approachThe paper analyzed longitudinal data based on: state-level academic and demographic data; two earlier studies of the school; and recent interviews with teachers, the principal, and parent leaders.FindingsThe analyses of these longitudinal data revealed four ongoing factors were responsible for sustained academic performance: high expectations, distributed leadership, collective responsibility for student performance, and data-based decision making. However, challenges that persistently confront Robbins staff include limited resources (e.g. technology and library materials), high mobility rate, and some cases of unsupportive parents.Originality/valueThis study adds to understanding how high-need urban schools can sustain high academic performance in spite of changes in principals, shifting community demographics, and high student mobility.
Journal
Journal of Educational Administration – Emerald Publishing
Published: May 2, 2017