Abstract

This research paper reports on data from an International School in Abu Dhabi that has been engaged in the initial stages of school improvement Using a constructivist grounded theory design qualitative and quantitative data were employed to investigate the school s climate and its capacity for change Applying Schiemann s People Equity framework 2009 data were collected about the level of staff s Alignment Capability and Engagement ACE The Principal was interviewed about his understandings and expectations for school reform and teacher development and site-based data about staff and student outcomes was drawn from the school