Adaptive Leadership of School Heads and its Effects to Public Elementary Schools in Central District Tagum City

The study looked into how the adaptive leadership style of school principals positively influences public elementary schools in the Central District of Tagum City Division. The researchers aimed to understand how various elements of this leadership approach affect schools and the dynamics between these different factors. To gather meaningful insights, they engaged a diverse group of 188 elementary teachers from these public schools. They employed a descriptive-correlational survey method, which allowed them to calculate averages, analyze relationships, and conduct regression analyses to better interpret the data. The results highlighted that adaptive leadership is not just a common approach among school leaders; it also plays a crucial role in shaping the school environment. It became evident that the manner in which leaders guide their teams significantly contributes to driving impactful improvements within their schools. Several key characteristics of adaptive leadership stood out, such as maintaining a broader perspective, recognizing challenges, managing stress, staying focused, empowering staff, and being responsive to feedback from all stakeholders. Notably, the emphasis on empowering teachers emerged as a particularly effective way to enhance their digital skills, distinguishing it from other leadership qualities. With these findings in mind, the researchers recommended that higher officials in the Department of Education consider strategies to help school leaders enhance their adaptive leadership skills. Supporting school heads in this way could be essential for implementing leadership strategies that genuinely benefit both the schools and their surrounding communities.