Abstract:
It is a statutory requirement that public organizations in Kenya, schools included develop strategic
plans. This will aid Kenya adjust to the dynamic and competitive world and realize vision 2030.
However, it was established that many schools had strategic plans but their operationalization was
an issue. The purpose of this study was to investigate the challenges faced by secondary school
managers in strategic planning in Kakamega County, Kenya. The study adopted a descriptive
survey design. Data were collected from a sample of 38 schools. Stratified and purposive sampling
techniques were used to select schools and respondents respectively. Total study sample was 190
respondents comprising of principals, teachers and students. Questionnaires were used to collect
data. Piloting of the instruments was done to ensure their validity and reliability. Data were
analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings were presented in a histogram and table.
Inadequate funds emerged as the main challenge. It was recommended that apart from government
funds, schools device other ways of funding strategic management processes.
