You have been assigned as a principal in a school where there are cliques. You noticed that the control of cliques among the members and their influence become more apparent, thus problems are in existence within the school system. What will you do?

I. Require the groups to act in the school system’s interest

II. Dismantle common ties that bind the cliques

III. Control the members of the cliques in making decisions for the schools’ welfare

IV. Adopt policies/practices designed to enlist the cliques into a channel of increased productivity 

If you are the principal of the school and you heard a rumor about a female teacher having an illicit affair with one of the janitors, what would you do to the situation even if it is just an unconfirmed report?

I. Deny the existence of such an issue

II. Talk to the other parties concerned privately in your office

III. Divulge to everyone after reaching a decision

IV. Require both parties to avoid showing fondness/closeness with each other

One of your teachers always made excuses when you would come to visit her class. At times, she would complain about her health. More often than not, she would relate problems that beset her family. What would you do?

I. Inform the teacher of your role as an instructional leader during the meeting

II. Observe the teacher despite her hesitancy

III. Conduct post-conference after observing the teacher

IV. Reveal observation to her colleagues 

You entered a class to observe. However, the teacher did not have a plan for the day. Are you still going to observe the teacher? What will you require her to do?

I. Yes, and I will require her to submit her lesson plan the next day

II. I will require Master Teachers to check/inspect the lesson plan of teachers

III. No, but I will require her to submit her lesson plan the next day

IV. I will require all teachers to prepare advanced lesson plans for the week 

A school demonstration in English was held. All English teachers were required to attend. However, Grade Four English Teachers did not attend for the reason that they were not aware of it. You found out later that they signed the memorandum which you issued in connection with the aforementioned school demonstration lesson. If you were the principal, what will you do?

I. Disregard their failure to attend the demonstration lesson

II. Show the memorandum that the teachers signed

III. Record such absence for reference in the preparation of their performance rating

IV. Refer the matter to the grade chairman 

A teacher rated himself 10 points in the indicator for punctuality attendance. However, the abstract of absence showed that he had accumulated 10 instances of absence which would warrant a rating of 4 points instead of 10 points. If you were the principal, what would you do?

I. Confront him for not telling the truth

II. Send him a memo requiring him to explain in writing

III. Show him the Abstract of Absence where his absences are reflected for the month

IV. Give him a rating commensurate to his attendance at different activities

A child has been referred to the guidance teacher for his misbehavior in class. Such misbehavior had been referred to the parents many times. What action should the principal do if such misbehavior continues to exist?

I. Inform the parents of the boy of the disciplinary action that will be meted

II. Inform the parents of the misconduct of their child

III. Suspend the pupil for a period not exceeding three days

IV. Suspend the pupil for more than three days but not exceeding 30 days

A boy met an accident inside the classroom. He suffered a cut on his forehead. The boy was sent to the clinic for emergency treatment. What should be done with the boy after undergoing such kind of treatment?

I. Send the boy back to the room

II. Rush the boy to the nearest government hospital

III. Warn the boy not to misbehave any longer or else suffer the consequences

IV. Instruct the parents to go to the hospital where the boy was taken 

A janitor is not doing his responsibility. He is not visibly seen in his area of responsibility. More often than not, he leaves his post unclean. What will you do as a principal to stop such practice?

I. Assign him to another area

II. Call for him in the office and remind him of his accountability to the service

III. Require him to explain in writing for being remiss of his duty  if such practice persist

IV. File charges against him for his failure to maintain the cleanliness of his area 

Mr. Cruz had been a star of the basketball team during his college days. He had been a recipient of various awards in basketball. When he becomes a principal, he put up a basketball team and spent his free time training the team. What sources of power did he exercise?

I. Coercive

II. Expertise

III. Legitimate

IV. Referent-charisma

Leadership is considered the process of directing and influencing task-regulated activities of group members. What are the important implications of this definition?

I. Leadership involves other people

II. Leadership involves an unequal distribution of power among leader and group members

III. Leaders can influence subordinates in a variety of ways

IV. Leaders can do a lot for the good of the organization 

For delegation to work effectively, members of the organization should know where they stand in the chain of command. The scholar principle suggests that there must be a clear line of authority running step by step from the highest to the lowest of the organization. What should be avoided to prevent confusion of authority and accountability?

I. No delegation of power

II. No overlapping of responsibility

III. No splitting of responsibility

IV. No juggling of funds 

The unity of command principle is in existence in different organizations. Which of the sentences below correspond to the meaning of the underlined words?

I. Each person in an organization report only to one person

II. Reporting to only one person makes it easier for an individual to know to whom he is accountable and whose instruction he must follow

III. Each person in an organization report to more than one superior

IV. Reporting to more than one superior makes it difficult for an individual to know to whom he is accountable and whose instruction he must follow 

The administration of the affairs of the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) is vested upon the Board of Directors and Officers following its constitution and By-Laws. Which is true of the composition of PTA?

I. The school head shall serve as an adviser

II. The Board of Directors shall be composed of more than 15 members

III. A teacher can only hold the position of secretary

IV. Parent members shall comprise 1/3 and teachers 2/3 of the Board of Directors 

A Parent Teacher Association (PTA) has certain privileges does it enjoy aside from the authorization to collect voluntary contributions from parents.

I. Involvement in the school Grievance Committee

II. Memberships in the Special Education Fund

III. Representation in the School Government Council

IV. Participation in the school Inspection and Acceptance Committee 

A school Publication unifies and fosters school spirit encourages desirable school enterprise, as well as molds and influences public opinion. Aside from what has been mentioned, how does it help pupils?

I. It awakens children’s creative talents

II. It develops their different senses

III. It gives them opportunities to develop their power of self–expression

IV. It fosters cordial relationships among schools 

The teacher’s personality is oftentimes the cause of poor class discipline. This factor refers to a lack of knowledge of child psychology, a lack of sympathy, nagging, and scolding. What does a good teacher possess?

I. Sense of superiority and dominance

II. Energy, vitality, and a sense of humor

III. Fair treatment among pupils

IV. Desirable personal relations and self–control 

The modern concept of discipline requires that pupils should be made to understand why certain modes of behavior are to be followed, to question the reasonableness of things, and to develop the habit of finding out about things. What are the bases of the democratic principle of discipline?

I. Develop self–direction, and self–discipline

II. Recognizes the inherent dignity and rights of every human being

III. Emphasize egoistic affiliation

IV. Imposes compulsion and obedience