PROFESSIONAL ETHICS IN SCHOOL FUNDING, MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION

Abstract

This study investigated the influence of professional ethics on school funding, management, and supervision schools. A descriptive survey design was adopted, with data collected from 200 respondents using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation were used to analyze the data, while inferential statistics including Chi-square and Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) tested the hypotheses at the 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed that professional ethics significantly influenced school funding practices by promoting transparency and accountability, while mismanagement and corruption reduced resource effectiveness. In school management, ethical leadership enhanced fairness, accountability, and cooperation among teachers, though challenges such as lack of transparency and personal interests undermined effectiveness. Results also showed a significant positive relationship between professional ethics and school supervision, with ethical supervision fostering objectivity, constructive feedback, and trust between teachers and administrators. The study concludes that professional ethics is vital for ensuring effective funding, transparent management, and constructive supervision in schools. It recommends stronger monitoring mechanisms, enforcement of ethical standards, and continuous training on ethical leadership to improve educational administration.