Navigating School Restructuring in the Post-COVID Era: A Principal’s Perspective in Sustaining Organizational Health While Bridging the Academic Achievement Gap

Author

Alma Alicia Perez-Campos, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Date of Award

5-2024

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Education (EdD)

Department

Educational Leadership

First Advisor

Rosalinda Hernandez

Second Advisor

Israel Aguilar

Third Advisor

Ralph Carlson

Abstract

In 2019, the COVID-19 pandemic led to nationwide school closures, followed by a mandate for schools to reopen in 2020, posing challenges for ensuring both educational continuity and student safety. This paper presents findings from a mixed-method study involving ten campus principals in District A, South Texas, post-pandemic. Qualitatively, the study explored the principals' perspectives on restructuring their campuses to address achievement gaps while maintaining organizational health. Quantitatively, it examined the relationship between achievement and organizational health scores and any differences in organizational health pre- and post-COVID-19. The study aimed to offer insights for future research and guidance for school administrators facing similar crises.

Comments

Copyright 2024 Alma Alicia Perez-Campos.

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Recommended Citation

Perez-Campos, Alma Alicia, "Navigating School Restructuring in the Post-COVID Era: A Principal’s Perspective in Sustaining Organizational Health While Bridging the Academic Achievement Gap" (2024). Theses and Dissertations. 1507.
https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/etd/1507