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Cracks in the Trophy Cabinet: Confronting Inequity in a Historically Segregated School

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Drake, Melanie

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SAGE Publications

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This case explores the leadership journey of a new principal, Miss Joel, in a historically segregated South African primary school. Navigating systemic inequities and diverse stakeholder expectations, Miss Joel leverages community engagement and crisis response to drive transformation. The case highlights tensions between tradition and inclusion, the challenges of confronting long-standing biases, and the opportunities for growth through transformative leadership. This case invites global educational leaders to explore equity, inclusion, and adaptive leadership strategies within complex historical legacies.

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1303 Specialist Studies in Education, 3904 Specialist studies in education

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Journal of Cases in Educational Leadership, ISSN: 1555-4589 (Print); 1555-4589 (Online), SAGE Publications. doi: 10.1177/15554589251341817

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© The Author(s) 2025. Open Access. CC BY-NC 4.0.

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Except where otherwise noted, this item's license is described as © The Author(s) 2025. Open Access. CC BY-NC 4.0.