The school meets membership criteria and agrees to pursue one of the endorsement options. The school chooses one of three endorsement options which represents the school's current commitment to an improvement process designed to enhance learning for all students. The endorsements described below are of equal status and provide flexibility in meeting school and student needs. In addition a district may choose to be recognized for pursuing a coordinated and articulated districtwide focus on student performance. In the K-12 improvement process all schools may seek the same endorsement or each may seek a different endorsement.
Analyzes improvement needs.
Submits selected goals to state office for review and approval. Hosts at least one visit by an external peer review team. Implements the school improvement plan. Documents goal attainment. Submits a three year progress report to the state office.