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The analysis reveals that village chiefs with well-educated significantly enhance the academic outcomes of adolescents within their communities. This positive effect remains robust even after controlling for endogeneity through instrumental variables and conducting various robustness checks. Further investigation shows that these well-educated village leaders contribute to an increased provision of public goods, thereby improving the village\u2019s external environment, which in turn supports academic performance. Additionally, well-educated village chiefs serve as role models within the community\u2019s social network, positively influencing parental educational aspirations and enhancing adolescents\u2019 academic results. 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