Vol. 4 No. 8 (2026): International Multidisciplinary Journal of Research for Innovation, Sustainability, and Excellence (IMJRISE)
This issue of the International Multidisciplinary Journal of Research for Innovation, Sustainability, and Excellence (IMJRISE), features a collection of studies focused on educational leadership, teacher development, guidance and counseling, organizational performance, and public sector management. The issue includes systematic reviews on change management, school leadership, and the sustainability of educational reforms, as well as research on teachers’ perceptions of artificial intelligence in mathematics instruction and their technological pedagogical competencies. Several articles examine the implementation and enhancement of guidance and counseling programs, teacher preparedness in addressing students’ mental health, and the development of school-based wellness initiatives. Additional studies explore the relationship between organizational innovation, faculty commitment, and institutional performance, as well as the opportunities and challenges experienced by contract-of-service personnel in the Philippine government. This issue emphasizes evidence-based leadership, professional growth, and organizational practices that strengthen educational institutions and public service.