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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.