2026 IJRSE – Volume 15 Issue 3
CollabWritive Special Issue
Available Online: 1 June 2026
Author/s:
Soliman, Christian Q.
Graduate School, Lyceum of the Philippines University – Batangas, Philippines (christian.soliman@deped.gov.ph)
Abstract:
This study investigated the levels and relationships of personal, organizational, and digital leadership among school leaders in the Schools Division of Occidental Mindoro. Anchored on contemporary leadership and digital transformation frameworks, the study aimed to assess leadership competencies across multiple domains and determine how these dimensions relate to one another in the context of school management. Specifically, it examined personal leadership in terms of self-awareness, results orientation, self-management, decision-making, and organizational skills; organizational leadership in terms of participative governance, human resource development systems, collaborative school culture, and organizational support and work systems; and digital leadership in terms of digital literacy, technology adaptation, technological vision, and data-driven decision-making. It also determined significant differences in leadership practices when respondents were grouped according to demographic variables such as sex, years of experience, educational attainment, and current position. A quantitative descriptive-correlational research design was employed, involving 400 public elementary and secondary school leaders, including Master Teachers, Head Teachers, Officers-in-Charge, Assistant Principals, and Principals. Data were gathered using a structured and validated questionnaire with established reliability and internal consistency. Statistical tools such as mean, standard deviation, and inferential tests were used to analyze the data. Findings revealed that school leaders generally demonstrated high levels of personal, organizational, and digital leadership, indicating strong leadership competencies across domains. Significant relationships were identified among the three leadership variables, suggesting that these dimensions are interrelated and collectively contribute to effective school leadership. However, notable differences were observed when grouped according to selected demographic variables. The study highlights the importance of continuous leadership development, fostering collaborative school environments, and enhancing digital capabilities. It recommends targeted professional development programs, participatory governance practices, and strategic integration of technology to strengthen leadership effectiveness and improve overall school performance.
Keywords: digital leadership, organizational leadership, personal leadership, school leadership, technology integration, data-driven decision-making
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26612
Cite this article:
Soliman, C. Q. (2026). Personal, organizational and digital leadership of school leader. International Journal of Research Studies in Education, 15(3), 151-166. https://doi.org/10.5861/ijrse.2026.26612