“What does it mean to stand up for what is right? It is knowing the truth, having the passion to go beyond simple understanding, and being inspired to act” (DelGiorno, 2004, p. 28). Public schools are becoming more politically motivated every day; therefore, it is imperative that educational leaders display integrity, on purpose. Educational leaders should always “look not only to their own interests, but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:4 NIV). Integrity is not accidental, it is intentional, educational leaders must make a conscious decision to always do what is right, no matter the circumstance. It is important for leaders to be competent in their leadership. “Being competent does not mean that a leader knows how to do everything, but rather that he knows what to do and how to do it” (Leadership Now, 2007, par. 2). Subordinates should be able to observe the competence of an educational leader from their actions. Socrates (quoted in Leadership Now, 2007, p. 4) stated that “he who clearly knows best what should be done will most easily obtain the obedience of others.” Competent leaders will earn the loyalty and trust of