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The Strategic Role of the Principal as an Administrator in Enhancing the Effectiveness of Administrative Services in Faith-Based Private Schools
Aljuprianus Susar, Yohanes Laga Payong, Imron Arifin, Ali Imron, Mustiningsih
31 October 2025 · Vol. 1, Issue 4, pp. 119-123
DOI: 10.65150/EP-jmrr/V1E4/2025-05
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This study aims to analyze the strategic role of the principal as an administrator in enhancing the effectiveness of administrative services in Catholic-based private schools. Catholic schools possess a distinctive character in integrating spiritual, moral, and managerial values into institutional governance.
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- 31 October 2025
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- Vol. 1, Issue 4, pp. 119-123
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- 3051-3588 (online) · 3051-357X (print)
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- EP Journals Group
Abstract
This study aims to analyze the strategic role of the principal as an administrator in enhancing the effectiveness of administrative services in Catholic-based private schools. Catholic schools possess a distinctive character in integrating spiritual, moral, and managerial values into institutional governance. In this context, principals are required not only to demonstrate administrative competence but also to uphold spiritual integrity and a strong commitment to the mission of Catholic educational service. This research employs a qualitative approach with a case study method conducted at a Catholic senior high school in East Nusa Tenggara. Specifically, the study seeks to describe the role of the principal of SMAK Frateran Maumere in improving the effectiveness of administrative services. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, and subsequently analyzed using data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing techniques. The validity of the data was ensured through triangulation, extended observation, and respondent validation. The findings indicate that the principal plays an active role as an administrator by: (1) collaboratively formulating administrative service plans with the teaching staff; (2) consistently implementing the established plans; (3) evaluating their implementation through regular meetings, supervision, and monitoring; and (4) viewing challenges as motivation and advantages as responsibilities.
Keywords: principal, administrator, catholic school, administrative services, effectiveness
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Aljuprianus Susar, Yohanes Laga Payong, Imron Arifin, Ali Imron, & Mustiningsih (2025). The Strategic Role of the Principal as an Administrator in Enhancing the Effectiveness of Administrative Services in Faith-Based Private Schools. Journal of Management Research and Review, 1(4), 119-123. https://doi.org/10.65150/EP-jmrr/V1E4/2025-05
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}Questions about this article
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Aljuprianus Susar, Yohanes Laga Payong, Imron Arifin, Ali Imron, Mustiningsih.
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In Journal of Management Research and Review, Volume 1, Issue 4, pages 119-123, published by EP Journals Group on 31 October 2025.
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10.65150/EP-jmrr/V1E4/2025-05 (https://doi.org/10.65150/EP-jmrr/V1E4/2025-05).
How do I cite this article?
APA: Aljuprianus Susar, Yohanes Laga Payong, Imron Arifin, Ali Imron, & Mustiningsih (2025). The Strategic Role of the Principal as an Administrator in Enhancing the Effectiveness of Administrative Services in Faith-Based Private Schools. Journal of Management Research and Review, 1(4), 119-123. https://doi.org/10.65150/EP-jmrr/V1E4/2025-05
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