| 英文摘要 |
Amid the global trend of sustainable development and educational governance transformation, the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Gov¬ernance) framework has gradually extended into the realm of basic ed¬ucation. In remote elementary schools, where resource constraints and institutional limitations are prevalent, the challenge of implementing sustainable governance has become increasingly significant. This study adopts a multi-case qualitative approach, drawing upon Fullan’s (2015) three dimensions of educational change and Schein’s (2010) three lev¬els of organizational culture as the core analytical frameworks. Supple¬mented by ESG principles and stakeholder theory, the research explores how three principals of remote elementary schools have led governance innovation and cultural transformation. Through semi-structured inter¬views and document analysis, six major themes were identified: build¬ing shared vision, curriculum and professional development, systematic resource integration, strengthening external visibility, establishing par¬ticipatory governance mechanisms, and cultivating a culture of continu¬ous empowerment. The findings reveal that the principals demonstrated contextual adaptability and a value-driven orientation while responding to local constraints and advancing sustainability ideals. Their practices reflect an integrated application of the ESG triad, showing a gradual tran¬sition from surface-level institutional implementation to deep cultural reconstruction. This study bridges the theoretical gap in applying ESG concepts within basic education and offers practical insights for leader¬ship and policy development in remote educational contexts. |