TExES 268 Leadership & Management 2

Question 1

A principal notices that staff morale is declining after a district-mandated policy change. What is the MOST effective first step?

Accepted Answer

Hold a faculty meeting to listen to concerns and collaboratively problem-solve

Answer

Listening to staff concerns and involving them in problem-solving builds trust and addresses morale issues proactively.

Question 2

Which management approach BEST supports distributed leadership in a school setting?

Accepted Answer

Empowering teacher leaders to lead professional learning communities

Answer

Empowering teacher leaders through PLCs distributes leadership capacity and builds a culture of shared responsibility.

Question 3

A principal wants to improve instructional coherence across grade levels. Which action is MOST aligned with this goal?

Accepted Answer

Facilitating vertical alignment meetings where teachers map curriculum across grades

Answer

Vertical alignment meetings allow teachers to coordinate curriculum scope and sequence across grade levels.

Question 4

When managing a campus budget, a principal must balance competing priorities. Which principle should guide resource allocation decisions?

Accepted Answer

Prioritize resources based on the highest-need students and school improvement goals

Answer

Resource allocation should be equity-driven, prioritizing areas that directly impact student achievement and school goals.

Question 5

A principal is mediating a conflict between two teachers over instructional space. What is the BEST approach?

Accepted Answer

Facilitate a structured conversation where both teachers express needs and identify solutions

Answer

Facilitating structured dialogue allows both parties to voice concerns and reach a mutually agreeable resolution.

(TExES 268) TExES Principal as Instructional Leader Practice Test