1. CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD
SCHOOL AS AN AGENT OF SOCIAL
CHANGE
Chandy Cryll C. Sopot
2. To effectively serve as an agent of social
change, schools need to evolve and be a model
of a good social institution.
Good schools make an effort to serve all types of
students by providing a good physical and socio-
emotional environment for all students.
Based on the study of MacBeath, Boyd, Rand,
and Bell (1995), there are six indicators or an
effective school that were also affirmed by
Sergiovanni (2000)
3. Pupils are nice to each other
Everyone is treated fairly
There is a friendly atmosphere
Teachers control the classes but not too strict
Teachers help you with things you are not
good at
4. Communication is good among all members
Staff development is good
The environment is good to work in
Pupils are happy and well-motivated
All pupils are helped to achieve what they are
capable of
5. There is a welcoming friendly atmosphere
Staff are caring and communicate well with
pupils
Discipline is good
Extra time is spent with children who learn
less quickly
Relationships are good between teachers and
parents
6. Pupils are safe
All members of the school community work
toward clear objectives
A high quality of information is given to
parents and visitors
Rules are applied evenly and fairly
All pupils are helped to achieve what they are
capable of
7. Resources are good and up to date
Classrooms are clean, warm, and comfortable
Support staff are given credit for their
competence and contribution
The environment is friendly and welcoming
Staff development involves all staff
8. Excellent reputation with the local community
Strong leadership from senior management
A happy and welcoming environment
Pupils being helped to reach their individual
potential
A safe place for pupils
9. AS AN AGENT OF SOCIAL CHANGE, A SCHOOL MUST
SET AN EXAMPLE OF A GOOD INSTITUTION. SCHOOLS
NEED TO MODEL A DYNAMIC SOCIAL ORGANIZATION
CHARACTERIZED BY THE FOLLOWING:
The school climate must be professional and friendly to
all;
There must be a positive relationships among students,
faculty, staff, administrators, and stakeholders;
The classroom atmosphere must be mentally and
emotionally engaging for learning;
There is enough and adequate support for learning;
The teachers and other staff received support for
professional and personal growth;
10. The school must be efficient in managing its resources;
There must be an efficient communication system among
teachers, students, administrators, staff, parents, and other
stakeholders;
The school has a system to recognize good works and other
achievements;
There must be a strong school and home relationship; and
All members of the school community must be treated with
respect.