DEMOCRATIC AND PARTICIPATORY SCHOOL MANAGEMENT IN THE CONTEXT OF INTEGRAL EDUCATION IN CITIZEN SCHOOLS IN PARAÍBA: A MULTIPLE CASE STUDY

Abstract

This work aims to investigate the management model of the Integral Citizen Schools (ECI) of Paraíba. The methodology was the study of multiple cases because it allows to deepen the social phenomena, allowing a detailed and contextualized analysis of the functioning of the school management of citizen schools in Paraíba, providing a comprehensive view of this model of school administration. Data collection was carried out through semi-structured questionnaires, using Content Analysis to analyze them. The results reveal that school management in the Integral Citizen Schools of Paraíba demonstrates the importance of an inclusive and participatory model, but faces structural and cultural challenges that hinder its full implementation. We conclude that there is a need for leadership training and the use of management technologies to strengthen the participation of the school community, as well as there is a need for public policies that ensure the applicability of democratic management and promote collaboration among all those involved.