Many investigations have been conducted on the connection between the quality of instructional methods teachersuse and achievement levels of students. The purpose of this article is to examine the manner in which principals encourage student academic gain by examining how they: (a) govern the school, (b)build strong collaborative linkages, and (c) organize and allocate professional work time. Since these three activities are important predictors of academic achievement along with quality teacher activities, further information will be provided about how principals utilize leadership traits to assist in school productivity.