To establish a substantive understanding of the pertinent issues, school personnel, in cooperation with central office staff, present information relative to the questions listed below. Responses to these questions must be in writing and submitted to the Department of Education panel at the time of the visit. Discuss current student performance from a historical perspective. The on-site review process is a generic evaluation model adaptable for all schools. An on-site review provides an independent examination of information regarding educational programs and practices.
Leaders encourage members of the school community to work toward a clearly defined mission.
Leaders demonstrate that learning is the most important reason for being in school and clearly communicate instructional expectations to students, staff, and patrons. Leaders mobilize instructional and human resources to improve student achievement and staff performance. Leaders promote a variety of teaching methods to address the needs of individual students and to implement strategies for effective instruction. Leaders involve the staff, students, and parents in reaching decisions which affect them and delegate responsibility where appropriate. Leaders observe teachers in classrooms and provide positive, constructive feedback aimed at solving problems and improving instruction.