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School Climate Survey
2006-2007
Please supply me with feedback and information by circling your response for each item. Use the following criteria when evaluating your response. 5=Strongly Agree; 4=Agree; 3=Sometimes; 2=Disagree; 1=Strongly Disagree; NA=Not able to evaluate. Also, please add additional comments, constructive criticisms, etc... to help me as I continue in my role as the principal of Lewis and ClarkElementary School. I would especially like to have comments for the areas where you feel I need the most input. The time it will take to complete this survey is appreciated, and I will use the results as a growing experience. Please return this survey no later than Monday, February 26, 2007.
Staff-Personnel Management The principal . . .
5 4 3 2 1 NAUtilizes the input of appropriate personnel and organizations in establishing goals and direction.
5 4 3 2 1 NAMakes sufficient formal and informal visits to assist with the evaluation process.
5 4 3 2 1 NARelates to teachers, staff and students respectfully, skillfully and supportively.
5 4 3 2 1 NAProvides avenues of open communication between staff and administration.
5 4 3 2 1 NAManages student behavior in consistent, empathetic and appropriate manner.
5 4 3 2 1 NAIs available to staff.
5 4 3 2 1 NAIs visible in the classrooms, lunchroom, before/after school.
5 4 3 2 1 NAIs appreciative and complimentary to staff.
5 4 3 2 1 NAIs supportive and positive toward staff.
5 4 3 2 1 NAMaintains confidentiality and demonstrates perceptiveness as to what is to be confidential.
5 4 3 2 1 NAExercises good professional judgement in making decisions and/or dealing with controversial issues.
Public Relations/CommunicationThe principal . . .
5 4 3 2 1 NACommunicates to parents, students and staff about the school.
5 4 3 2 1 NAConsiders the opinions, beliefs and concerns of others in an appropriate manner.
5 4 3 2 1 NAEncourages and appears genuinely receptive to staff input.
5 4 3 2 1 NAProvides a good public relations program for the school.
5 4 3 2 1 NAUses newsletters, bulletins, announcements, etc. effectively in order to communicate with teachers, staff and parents.
LeadershipThe principal . . .
5 4 3 2 1 NAProvides a vision for school improvement.
5 4 3 2 1 NAHas demonstrated the ability to manage change and cause improvement.
5 4 3 2 1 NAManages conflict within the building.
5 4 3 2 1 NAWorks as a team member in both leadership and support roles.
5 4 3 2 1 NAProvides adequate supervision and evaluation of the instructional and non-instructional programs of the school.
Management of Curriculum and InstructionThe principal . . .
5 4 3 2 1 NADevelops the instructional program and learning environment in collaboration with the faculty.
5 4 3 2 1 NAProvides clear direction and necessary in-service to staff regarding school policies, curriculum, school improvement, etc...
5 4 3 2 1 NALinks building staff development with the SIP.
5 4 3 2 1 NAIs knowledgeable of the curriculum.
5 4 3 2 1 NAMonitors and utilizes student achievement data for school improvement.
School Climate
5 4 3 2 1 NAI feel that my ideas will be listened to in this school.
5 4 3 2 1 NAMost staff members in this school are continually seeking ways to improve the educational program.
5 4 3 2 1 NAMost staff members work together to make the school run effectively.
5 4 3 2 1 NAStudents would rather be at this school than transfer to another.
5 4 3 2 1 NAChanges in educational programs are based upon the particular needs of this community and school.
5 4 3 2 1 NAThere is someone in this school upon whom I can rely.
5 4 3 2 1 NAMost staff members really care about students.
School Climate
Please circle your response using the following criteria. 5=Strongly Agree; 4=Agree; 3=Sometimes; 2=Disagree; 1=Strongly Disagree; NA=Not able to evaluate
5 4 3 2 1 NAStudents have opportunity for learning in individual, small group and classroom settings.
5 4 3 2 1 NAThe school encourages students to develop self-discipline and initiative.
5 4 3 2 1 NAStaff members are recognized when they do something well.
5 4 3 2 1 NAPeople in this school solve problems; they do not just talk about them.
5 4 3 2 1 NAI know I can get help if I have a problem.
5 4 3 2 1 NAI can participate in the development of this school's goals.
5 4 3 2 1 NAIn this school people with varied ideas or values get a chance to be heard.
5 4 3 2 1 NAThis school believes there may be alternative solutions to most problems.
5 4 3 2 1 NAI can influence school decisions which directly affect me.
5 4 3 2 1 NATeachers are involved in deciding priorities for their programs.
5 4 3 2 1 NAThe instructional materials are adequate for our school program.
5 4 3 2 1 NATeachers and students are able to get instructional materials when needed.
5 4 3 2 1 NAStaff members work together in selecting and using materials.
5 4 3 2 1 NA It is pleasant to be on this campus; it is kept attractive and in good repair.
5 4 3 2 1 NA Parent / child information is kept confidential.
5 4 3 2 1 NA I feel as though I have a voice in what happens at our school.
At the beginning of the year, I established three goals for myself. They are listed below. Please provide feedback to how you believe those goals have been met.
5 4 3 2 1 NATo continue to develop the teams that have been established at Lewis and ClarkElementary School and
maximize their efficiency to help improve school climate and student achievement
5 4 3 2 1 NATo continue to exercise leadership in the area of elementary and junior high school curriculum.
5 4 3 2 1 NATo develop and strengthen relationships between Lewis and ClarkElementary School and parents and community members of WoodRiver.
Please provide feedback regarding the following areas:
5 4 3 2 1 NAGrade level meetings
5 4 3 2 1 NATeam Meetings
5 4 3 2 1 NAThe Problem-Solving Team Process
5 4 3 2 1 NAPBIS Team
5 4 3 2 1 NACharacter Education Team
Comments:
Overall AssessmentPlease take some time to answer these questions as they provide me with valuable input.
Feel free to use additional sheets or to type out your responses.
In what way do you believe our school could improve that we are not addressing?
If additional resources were available for staffing, what areas would you like to see addressed?
Are your strengths being utilized to their potential? If not how can I help you do the best job possible?