Introduction to the Special Issue: Distributed Instructional Leadership as a Reform Strategy—Activating Teacher Leadership to Improve Student Learning in Urban High Schools

Abstract

Heightened accountability for student learning, changing demographics, and safety and security issues make leadership of urban high schools a significant challenge. Intensified new instructional leadership demands have been added to the list of traditional responsibilities shouldered by high school principals for successful management of school structures, cultures, and daily operations. Within this environment, high school principals have had to find ways to enhance their focus on instructional leadership.