CROWELL, LEONARD.

This study proposes a school based management model for Florida
schools based on the role of the principal as principals perceive that
role.
The reviewed literature indicated little information was available
concerning principals'· views on school based management, yet the
role ascribed to them seems to make their opinions vital, The crucial
nature of the principal's role seemed to justify designing a school based
management model centered on his role as decision- maker.
The literature established prominent characteristics of school
based management, and defined the principal's role,
The principal's management role is three-fold. He is manager of
finance, instruction, and personnel. Under school based management his
role is characterized by more responsibility for decisions and greater
latitude in planning.
School based management entails colleague-type decision- making,
The principal is examined for this characteristic as he relates to faculty,
parents, students, and district personnel. The results of this survey are recommended to the Department
of Education and the Legislature f or consideration during the formative
stage of the school based management program.
The results of this survey indicate a need to reexamine plans for
participation of parents in school decision-making . It is recommended
that the Department of Education and the Legislature do this.
The results of this survey indicate a need to reexamine the value
of the school advisory committee as a vehicle for parental input into
school management. This reexamination is recommended.