A Principal’s Role In Opening A New School

A Principal’s Role In Opening A New School - "The purpose of this study was to examine the duties and responsibilities of a principal of a new school, during the year preceding the opening of the school and during the first year of occupancy in that school.  The examination was completed via an autobiographical case study.  The case study was enriched by interviews with three principals that had opened new schools, one assistant superintendent in charge of new school construction, and an architect of schools.  Personal reflections and interviews were recorded, transcribed, and along with documents were analyzed for themes.

"This study sought to answer the following questions: 1. What are the duties and responsibilities of a principal of a new school, while that school is under construction?    2. What are the duties and responsibilities of a principal of a new school during the first year of occupancy in that school? 3. What characteristics or skills are needed to be a successful principal of a new school?"