The assistant principal's decision not to address a star teacher's habitual lateness is a violation of which principle?

• A. Fairness
• B. Efficiency
• C. Policy compliance
• D. Confidentiality

Answer: (A)

Fairness means applying rules and expectations consistently to everyone, so no staff member is given special treatment. If the assistant principal ignores a star teacher’s habitual lateness, it signals that punctuality rules don’t apply equally, creating a double standard. This can erode trust in leadership, undermine accountability, and demoralize other teachers who see that performance can excuse behavior that would be addressed in others. Maintaining uniform expectations helps classrooms run smoothly, respects students, and upholds the school’s professional standards.