Table 3.

Principals Top Training Needs According to Regional Officers

TAREAS 1 2 3 4 5
1. Prepare a budget for the school and use this to guide spending
2. Plan how to achieve objectives set
3. Act in accordance with the Constitution and relevant laws,
rules, regulations, service codes, and codes of conduct for
schools
4. Prepare and present an annual financial report to the School
Board and parents
5. Lead others so that school plans and objectives are achieved
6. Implement government and school policies
7. Identify problems which affect learning and teaching at the
school
8. Maintain good discipline throughout the school
9. Resolve/handle conflicts when disputes occur
10. Develop annual school objectives.
11. Monitor and evaluate the achievement of plans and
objectives
12. Maintain high morale among teachers, learners, and other
staff
13. Initiate the development of school policies
14. Ensure that action is taken on decisions made at the school
15. Assess school effectiveness in achieving its learning
objectives
16. Class visits: Regularly observe teachers performance and
help to improve that performance
17. Motivate teachers and staff to work hard for the success of
the school
18. Maintain an effective filing system