Should Invitational Leadership Theory Be at the Forefront of Social Justice Skills for Principals?

• In Event: Hilton Roundtable Session 10
  In Roundtable Session: Possibilities for Social Justice Leadership

Abstract

This inquiry sought to construct meaning using an invitational leadership lens aligned with social justice orientation relative to if Principals are prepared to lead in schools with diverse student populations. Data revealed Principals’ perceptions about preparation related to invitational leadership emphasized contradictions between Principals’ inviting-oriented rhetoric and their underlying beliefs regarding diverse student populations. Implications include opportunities that Principal preparation programs include invitational leadership at the forefront of social justice leadership as they prepare leaders working with diverse student populations.

Authors

• Cathy M. Miller, Raytown School District

• Barbara Nell Martin, University of Central Missouri