The Interplay of Principals and Politics in the Context of Ohio's EdChoice Scholarship Program
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| Title: | The Interplay of Principals and Politics in the Context of Ohio's EdChoice Scholarship Program |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Adam J. Dufault, Melodie Wyttenbach |
| Source: | Journal of Catholic Education. 2024 27(2):1-16. |
| Availability: | University of Notre Dame. 4110 Jenkins Nanovic Bldg, Notre Dame, IN 46556. Tel: 574-631-1861; e-mail: JCE@nd.edu; Web site: http://digitalcommons.lmu.edu/ce |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 17 |
| Publication Date: | 2024 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Elementary Secondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Principals, Politics of Education, Scholarships, Catholic Schools, Leadership Role, State Aid, Funding Formulas, School Choice, Parent Attitudes, Elementary Secondary Education, Professional Associations |
| Geographic Terms: | Ohio |
| ISSN: | 2164-0246 |
| Abstract: | The role of a Catholic school leader is complex, dynamic, and changing, especially in states where parental choice legislation has been enacted. This study utilizes Bolman and Deal's (2017) organizational framework to examine the political nature of the role of the Catholic school leader. Specifically, this study explores the ways the Catholic school leader navigates the politics of accessing and advocating for government funds. Drawing from interviews with eight Catholic school principals who have utilized the Ohio EdChoice voucher program, this study captures the experiences of these principals through the lens of the political frame. Findings reveal lessons learned on how principals deal with conflict management, assessing and engaging with sources of power, and what skills are needed for managing politics. Understanding how Catholic school principals engage with the EdChoice program and how they navigate the accompanying challenges also offers guidance for principal formation programs at institutions of higher education on how to better equip emerging leaders with the familiarity and confidence to navigate politics. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2024 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1451684 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | The role of a Catholic school leader is complex, dynamic, and changing, especially in states where parental choice legislation has been enacted. This study utilizes Bolman and Deal's (2017) organizational framework to examine the political nature of the role of the Catholic school leader. Specifically, this study explores the ways the Catholic school leader navigates the politics of accessing and advocating for government funds. Drawing from interviews with eight Catholic school principals who have utilized the Ohio EdChoice voucher program, this study captures the experiences of these principals through the lens of the political frame. Findings reveal lessons learned on how principals deal with conflict management, assessing and engaging with sources of power, and what skills are needed for managing politics. Understanding how Catholic school principals engage with the EdChoice program and how they navigate the accompanying challenges also offers guidance for principal formation programs at institutions of higher education on how to better equip emerging leaders with the familiarity and confidence to navigate politics. |
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| ISSN: | 2164-0246 |
