The Impact of Green Leadership Practices in Public Secondary Schools in Madinah on Enhancing Sustainable Environmental Practices

Abstract

The study examined the relationship between green leadership practices in public secondary schools in Al-Madinah Al-Munawwarah and the promotion of sustainable environmental practices, in line with the national commitment to educational sustainability. A descriptive correlational design was employed, and a questionnaire was administered to a sample of 100 male and female school principals. The instrument measured five dimensions of green leadership: awareness, resource management, participation, professional development, and strategic leadership, alongside the level of sustainable environmental practices. The findings indicated that green leadership practices were implemented at a relatively high level. Sustainability awareness and the engagement of teachers and students were the most prominent dimensions, whereas resource management, professional development, and strategic leadership were applied at a moderate level. Sustainable environmental practices were also reported at a high level, particularly in energy conservation and awareness campaigns, while recycling and the use of green technologies were less evident. The results revealed a strong, statistically significant positive effect of green leadership on enhancing sustainable environmental practices. Significant differences were found in favor of principals of boys’ schools, those with longer administrative experience, and those holding advanced academic qualifications. The study recommends strengthening leadership preparation and training programs and providing adequate resources to support sustainability in schools.