When building the team, it is vital to thoughtfully consider the roles and responsibilities of the team members. Two of the most critical functions on a team are team leadership and data analysis. Be sure to include individuals who are able to fulfill those functions. Teachers who serve on the team bring knowledge of curriculum, instruction, and assessment as well as knowledge of the individual students in their classroom. Since they are the people who will be implementing many of the action plan objectives, they have knowledge of strategies that might be the most successful.
Teachers have a good sense of their professional needs and the concerns of their students parents.
Board Members who serve on the team bring knowledge of the community as well as knowledge of the budget. Regional Advisory Board members bring knowledge of how high schools and technical centers have aligned curricula and services, and of the workforce education needs of the region. Community Members bring different perspectives on the needs and concerns of the community. Their participation also builds credibility and community ownership for the plan. Parents bring a high level of commitment and are highly vested in the success of the school.