In a New Role, Teachers Move to Run Schools

With the gradual shift from "Principal Teacher" (19th century) to "Principal Administrator" (20th century), teachers are finally discovering what Waldorf has known for such a long time. Teachers must be leaders and, ideally, have control over the environment in which they teach. That means being responsible for the curriculum, the facilities, and the schedule. I cannot reinforce enough the role of appropriate leadership in the school system. Administrators are currently measured on their ability to enforce standards from above. Leadership and significant participation from below is neither cultivated nor appreciated. Is it any wonder teacher attrition rates are so high? I think not.