Publications
Refereed Journal Articles
Virella, P. M. (2023). Framing neoliberalism: A content analysis of “Ley de Reforma Educativa de Puerto Rico. Manuscript submitted for publication.
Virella, P. M., and Cobb, C. D. (2022). Leader developer for school improvement: the critical component of mentorship for effective preparation of aspiring school-level leaders. Journal of Educational Supervision, 5(3), 81.
Virella, P.M. (2022). Framing corruption: Ley de Reforma Educativa and Puerto Rico’s education scandal. Centro: Journal of the Center of Puerto Rican Studies.
Books

Preparing To Lead
Narratives of Aspiring School Leaders in a "Post"-COVID World

Journey to (Ph.)inesheD.:
The Core 4 Strategies to Develop A Successful Academic Writing Routine and (Ph)inish Your Doctorate!

Leveraging Crisis for Equitable School Improvement
Leadership Strategies from the Field
Leveraging Crisis for Equitable School Improvement: Leadership Strategies from the Field is a must-read for school leaders seeking to navigate crises effectively while prioritizing equity. The book draws on real-world examples and extensive research to explore how school leaders can leverage crises to bring about equitable school improvement. It provides practical guidance on crisis leadership, from assessing the crisis to delivering resources and connecting with the community.

Crisis as Catalyst
Equity-Oriented School Leadership During Difficult Times
In Crisis as Catalyst, Patricia M. Virella uncovers opportunities for school leaders to act as agents of equity and inclusivity during crisis situations. Virella interviewed dozens of school principals across the United States and Puerto Rico, and in this book she shares the key lessons from their experiences with crisis events of all magnitudes, including student mental health emergencies, school elopement, criminal violence, racial harm, natural disasters, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Refereed Book Chapters

Case Studies in Leadership and Adult Development: Applying Theoretical Perspectives to Real World Challenges

Purveyors of Change: School Leaders of Color Share Narratives of Student, School, and Community Success
Scholarly Presentations
Adarkar, A., Naiditch, F., Wilson, L., Davis, M. Virella, P. M., Warren. C.& Karamanos, X. (2022, February). The Agenda for Education in a Democracy in the 21st Century: Academics Engaged in Creating a More Just Society. Symposium presented at the annual conference of the National Association for Professional Development Schools, Chicago, IL.
Virella, P. M. (2021, November). New principals in the COVID corridor. Paper presented at the annual conference of University Council of Educational Administration, Columbus OH.
Virella, P.M., & Buras K. (2019, November). Educational Privatization, Subjugation, and Liberation: grassroots lessons from New Orleans for Puerto Rico. Symposium presented at the annual conference of University of Educational Administration, Nw Orleans, Louisiana.
Virella, P.M. (2019, November). The Developers: Mentorship for the Effective Preparation of Aspiring School Leaders. Paper presented at the annual conference of University Ouncil of Educational Administration, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Virella, P. M. (2019, May). My Brother’s Keeper Symposium. Panelist at the annual My Brother’s Keeper Symposium, Albany, New York.
Virella, P. M. (2018, November). Race Talks and Flipped Professional Development. Paper presented at the annual graduate student summit of University Council of Educational Administration, Houston, Texas.
Virella, P. M. (2017, November). Messing About in Science and Art. Paper presented at the Inaugural Progressive Education Conference. Antioch University New England, Keene, New Hampshire
Virella, P. M. (2017, The Effect of Teaching Pre-Service Teachers in Urban Elementary Education on an Urban Elementary School Principal. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Council of Professors of Instructional Supervision, Austin, Texas.
Virella, P. M. (2016, February). Intersection of Science and Math: Interdisciplinary Power in STEM. Panelist at the annual National Coalition of Girls Schools Conference, New York, New York.
Virella, P. M. (2015, September). The Art of Seeing Children: Art of Teaching 25th Anniversary. Panelist at the 25th Anniversary of the Art of Teaching Program Panel. Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, New York
Virella, P. M. (2010, September). Maintaining the Art of Teaching. Panelist at the Saturday Seminar, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, New York