Capstones build upon the coursework from the Summer Institute. The role of the campus principal as the instructional leader provides an overview of school administration in Texas, which includes roles, functions, and duties of those who are charged with supervising schools in Texas. Critical review and analysis of principles of effective school leadership and organizational theories aligned to SBEC Principal Standards are examined and applied to the current challenges of leading 21st-century schools in Texas. Candidates will examine techniques to promote high-quality instruction that results in improved academic success for all students while ensuring culturally responsive environments.