The central purpose for this study was to identify coping strategies used by secondary principals to manage stress and prevent burnout. The participants in this study were active, secondary principals from a large, 6A school district in the state of Texas. Participation was voluntary. Data for the study were collected through individual interviews completed by the participants. The data collected relied on the opinions and perceptions of the participants regarding perceived stressors faced by secondary principals and the coping strategies used to manage stress and prevent burnout. Based on the limitations of the study, data from this research demonstrated a majority (70%) of the participants reported the impact of COVID-19 as a major stress on the secondary principal. In addition, an overwhelming majority of the participants (90%) reported physical activity as one of the most effective coping strategies used to help them manage stress. This isolated study was conducted to increase the awareness of the ways the coping strategies of aspiring, new, and experienced principals can be used to reduce stress and achieve a better work-life balance, increase productivity both on and off the job, and manage stress in order to prevent burnout. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]