Leadership Strategies of Madrasah Heads in Meeting Educational Facilities and Infrastructure Needs at MDTA Al-Kahfi Cipunagara

Abstract

This study investigates the strategies used by the head of the madrasah to meet the educational facilities and
infrastructure needs at Madrasah Diniyah Takmiliyah Awaliyah (MDTA) Al-Kahfi Cipunagara. The background of the
research indicates that rural madrasas face limitations in resources and government support, thus strategic leadership is
necessary to sustain the learning process. This research aims to examine the issues faced by the head of the madrasah, the
leadership strategies they employ, and how these factors impact the availability of educational facilities. The head of the
madrasah, teachers, administrative staff, the madrasah committee, and students' parents served as informants in this
qualitative research, which utilized in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation studies. The results of
the study reveal that the main issues facing MDTA Al-Kahfi include limited budgets, insufficient government assistance, a lack
of basic infrastructure, and a lack of community awareness the importance of educational facilities. To achieve this, the head
of the madrasa implements participatory, collaborative, and flexible leadership. They do this by leveraging local potential,
creating grant proposals, encouraging community support, and innovating by using available resources. This strategy can
enhance a sense of shared ownership, increase community participation, and maintain the fulfillment of limited means.