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DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP OF FEMALE SCHOOL HEADS IN THE BAREBBO DISTRICT OF BONE REGENCY Andi Tenri Abeng; Nuraisah; Andi Ratu Ayuashari Anwar
Didaktik : Jurnal Ilmiah PGSD STKIP Subang Vol. 12 No. 01 (2026): Volume 12 No. 01 Maret 2026 Public
Publisher : STKIP Subang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36989/didaktik.v12i01.11315

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This study aims to describe the implementation of democratic leadership practiced by female principals at the elementary school level in Barebbo District, Bone Regency. The research employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The research subjects consisted of five female principals selected through purposive sampling based on school accreditation and a minimum of five years of leadership experience. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observation, and documentation, with analysis conducted through data reduction, display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that female principals implement democratic leadership through open communication, involvement of teachers in decision-making processes, and the application of deliberation in school management. Democratic leadership is also reflected in teacher empowerment and task delegation based on individual competencies. Within the context of a strong patron–client culture in Bone Regency, female principals are able to adapt democratic leadership practices without diminishing their authority by positioning themselves as respected figures who remain open to dialogue. The implementation of this leadership style has a positive impact on creating a harmonious, collaborative, and conducive school climate, while increasing teacher motivation and sense of belonging. This study provides empirical insights into how female leadership can overcome gender stereotypes through effective participatory practices in local cultural contexts.
Assessing the importance of school administration (administrative staff) in elementary schools Nuraisah Nuraisah; Andi Tenri Abeng; Gita Irawanda
Priviet Social Sciences Journal Vol. 5 No. 10 (2025): October 2025
Publisher : Privietlab

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55942/pssj.v5i10.635

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This article aims to examine the importance of school administration through the role of administrative staff (Tata Usaha) in elementary schools, using a qualitative approach based on a literature review of academic studies, scientific books, and the latest educational policies. The findings indicate that administrative staff play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of educational management processes, from student data management, financial documentation, and academic archiving to internal coordination. Despite its strategic function, this role is often overlooked, especially in many public elementary schools in Indonesia that do not yet have official administrative staff positions. The absence of this role has led to the administrative burden being shifted to teachers and principals, thereby diverting their focus from core instructional duties. A well-functioning school administration enhances institutional efficiency, supports data-driven decision-making, and strengthens public accountability in education funding. However, challenges such as the lack of structural recognition for the administrative role at the elementary level, minimal professional training, and inadequate regulatory frameworks remain major obstacles. Therefore, the institutionalization of administrative staff in elementary schools must be promptly realized through affirmative policies, continuous competency development, and a paradigm shift towards a more professional school management system. This study concludes that administrative staff are not merely technical support personnel but strategic actors in building an accountable, orderly, and sustainable basic education system. The presence of administrative staff in elementary schools is not an option but a necessity for the delivery of quality basic education services.