1. SFC SCOTT L. JOHNSON EDU 689 CASE STUDY: PLAN OF ACTION DR. JOY BELL FEBRUARY 1, 2015 Ashford University

2. Dilemma Description  The Case Study I have decided to present is on Ms. Sally Fabian.  "Case Study 3.2 Artificial Insemination" (Poliner et al, 2011, pg. 39) discusses the dilemma  Desires to become a single parent through Artificial insemination.  She competent teacher  The town is Conservative  A Fundamentalist Christian group is deeply involved with politics in the area

3. Ethical Dilemma  Mr. Edwards is faced with a Ethical Dilemma, He is concerned with teen pregnancy and what example Ms. Fabian will be.  He believes all teachers have the right to private lives outside of school as long as they do not harm.  "Mr. Edwards is concerned that the community will be enraged if Ms. Fabian goes through with her plan.“ (Poliner et al, 2011, pg. 40.)  He is also worried about his on stake in the situation as well.

4. Ethical Leadership Lenses  In the Ethic of Justice, it would be unprofessional for Mr. Edwards to attempt to ask her to not go ahead with her dream.  It is also unjust for the Community to ask for her to resign. She is doing nothing wrong morally or legally.  Perception is the issue. The fact that she is unwed and getting pregnant is an issue of perception.

5. Ethical Leadership Lenses  From the Ethic of Profession, Ms. Fabian does not have to divulge any of the information concerning her procedure or her decision.  Mr. Edwards can not speak of this to the Superintendant until she is actually pregnant and needs Maternity Leave.  Mr. Edwards can talk to her about this dilemma but, cannot advise her on her decision.  However,

6. Plan of Action  “Specifically, the view of the teacher as role model for students based on an ethical foundation of different communities contrasts with the principle of individual rights” (Poliner et al, 2011, pg. 33).  Poliner and Stefkovich (2011) cited DeMitchell (1993); “It has always been the recognized duty of the teacher to conduct himself in such a way as to command the respect and good will of the community, though one result of the choice of a teacher’s vocation may be to deprive him of the same freedom of action enjoyed by persons in other vocations” (pg.34).

7. The Legal Issues  Mr. Edwards can explain the dynamics of the Community to Ms. Fabian and why he is concerned.  He must be cognizant of her rights in the matter.  He must recognize the fact that she has the right to move forward with this if she chooses to.  He can not ask her for any Protected Health Information.  The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978

8. Data-driven Decisions  “Looking at the combination of pieces of knowledge and facts together, whether it has to do with demographics, achievement, test scores, or climate, helps schools formulate hypotheses to decide how best to use the information” (Sagebrush Corporation, 2004, pg. 1).

9. Leadership Components  Transparency  Put aside your own feelings for the good of the employee and stake holders  Protect the rights of your team  AASA under their code of ethics states; “Supports the principle of due process and protects the civil and human rights of all individuals. Implements local, state and national laws” (American Association of School Administrators, n.d., n.p.).

10. Communication of Decision  Set the tone for the meeting  Advise her of her rights  Advise her of her benefits in accordance with Employee policies  Advise her of the demographics of the area

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