Abstract

Conclusion. This research shows that school principals' leadership has a central role in improving the quality of student learning and literacy. The principal succeeded in formulating strategic policies through the formation of literacy teams, classroom innovation, and collaboration with various parties. This policy creates a learning ecosystem that supports the development of teachers' teaching skills and students' reading skills.

Keywords: Reading skill, teacher professionalism, TaRL approach, principal leadership, elementary school

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