SELF ASSESSMENT OF 21ST CENTURY PRACTICES



Schools of Excellence model 21ST Century instructional programs that meet rigorous academic standards, have supportive and learning-centered school environments and demonstrate student achievement results that are significantly above the average for comparable schools.SELF ASSESSMENT IS AN EFFECTIVE SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT STRATEGY. Research and best practices indicate that self assessment benefits schools and fosters improvements. Successful schools have a process for planning and reflection. Thus, the Schools of Excellence Recognition Program for 21st Century Learning criteria are valuable in assessing current programs and practices in relation to those outlined in the program application.Directions: Rate each HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY for your school. Specific NEXT STEPS information and planning should be determined and reviewed with School Improvement Team/School Improvement Council, staff/students/parents, etc. for any Emerging or Partial Implementation rating.Student Focus and SupportA1 Criteria: Consider such things as scheduling practices, staffing patterns, instructional approaches, instructional interventions and allocation of resources which have effectively met the needs of your particular student population.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School assures all students receive academic support needed to achieve at high levels.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School structured to meet varied needs of student population.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: A2 Criteria: Consider any developmental guidance and counseling programs, character education, healthy lifestyles and health services, safety and drug prevention programs, tutoring or mentoring services, dropout prevention programs, or other student support initiatives.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Comprehensive student support system is available for addressing student physical, social and emotional needs.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School intervenes when student personal needs are preventing academic success.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: A3 Criteria: Consider what needs done and/or planned to improve schools accessibility of programs/facilities.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School demonstrates commitment to addressing accessibility of facilities and programs to students with disabilities.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: School CultureB1 Criteria: Consider core values and beliefs and how these manifest themselves in the day-to-day operation of the school.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School’s underlying norms, values, beliefs, traditions and rituals have built up over time as a result of people working together, solving problems and confronting challenges.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School culture enhances school improvement efforts.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: B2 Criteria: Consider instructional practices that manifest themselves in the day-to-day operation of the school.HIGH YEILD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Intentional initiatives have taken place to create a “learning-centered” culture within the school.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Academic success of all students remains a day-to-day priority.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Activities/celebrations, etc., are sustained to build positive relations between and among staff, students, parents and the community.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: B3 Criteria: Consider processes, strategies and time allocations that provide opportunities to develop relationships.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School fosters a sense of cooperation and collaboration among adults and students.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Opportunities are provided for students to build supportive and caring relationships with teachers and other adults.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School promotes positive student interaction and prepares students to succeed in a culturally and socially diverse environment.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: Challenging 21st Century Curriculum StandardsC1 Criteria: Consider each core content area including: (1) curricular scope and sequence of courses; (2) 21st century learning skills including, reading, information/communication skills, writing, and thinking and problem solving skills; (3) curriculum articulation across grades; (4) ways in which content areas are integrated and (5) unique or unusual features of the curriculum. HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School establishes high expectations for all students and ensures that students achieve at high levels in the core subjects.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: C2 Criteria: Consider how curriculum addresses and emphasis placed on: civic literacy (character education development and ethical judgment, appreciation for democratic values, participation in the practices of democracy and community service); financial economic and business literacy (money management, personal finances and business processes); global awareness, (understanding tolerance and acceptance of ethnic, cultural, religious and personal differences); and health and wellness awareness (knowledge and habits that contribute to personal health). HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Curriculum addresses 21st century content: civic literacy, financial economic and business literacy, global awareness and health and wellness awareness.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: C3 Criteria: Consider special programs or curricular offerings available for particular types of students and how they relate to the overall curriculum.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School ensures that diverse learners (e.g., students with disabilities, students identified as gifted and talented, students with limited English proficiency, students identified as migrant, students placed at risk) all have the opportunity to learn challenging content and to achieve at high levels.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: C4 Criteria: Consider strategies and activities that comprise school’s transition program to support student social and academic success as they move from one programmatic level to the next. High schools should consider curricular offerings such as honors: International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Placement (AP), Earn a Degree Graduate Early (EDGE), dual credit, virtual learning, and/or college courses. Consider any special programs or curricular offerings available for particular types of students and how they relate to the overall curriculum.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Curriculum offerings provide rigorous educational opportunities that transition students from one programmatic level to the next and/or to post secondary education and/or careers.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: Engaging InstructionD1 Criteria: Consider how literacy skills are taught through vocabulary development strategies, writing activities and reading comprehension.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Development of core literacy skills are an integral part of instruction across all grades and subjects.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: D2 Criteria: Consider practices or processes used in classrooms to bring all students to mastery and above such as expansion and modification of instructional time, double blocking, regrouping, co-teaching, etc.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School-wide practices or processes are used to accelerate the learning of students who fall below mastery.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: D3 Criteria: Consider research-based instructional strategies used school-wide and content specific, which promote student engagement and high levels of achievement. Consider strategies impacting classroom instruction and engaging students in the learning process and the variety of organizational methods (e.g., cooperative learning/grouping patterns and time allocations) used in daily instruction. Consider standards-based lesson planning and unit development processes used in the school. HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Research-based instructional strategies and organizational methods are used by teachers to actively engage students at high levels and assure students’ deep understanding of content rather than “coverage of materials”.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: D4 Criteria: Consider school-wide classroom management processes/practices and routines that assure a safe and orderly environment and develop learners who are adaptable, self-directed and responsible.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Processes/strategies and/or management systems are used to assure a safe and orderly school/classroom environment.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: D5 Criteria: Consider 21st century tools and resources that are incorporated as an integral part of the teaching and learning process and used to develop students’ deep understanding and ability to apply and use content. Note: 21st century learning skills include: information and communication skills (information and media literacy), thinking and problem solving skills (critical thinking, systems thinking, problem solving, creating and innovating), and personal and workplace productivity skills ( interpersonal and collaboration skills, self-direction, adaptability, ethical behavior, social/personal accountability, leadership, project planning and development). HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Demands of the 21st century require students to be proficient in a variety of learning skills and adept at using 21st century technology tools. Classroom instruction prepares students for success in the 21st century.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: D6 Criteria: Consider differentiated instruction in the classrooms that meet the needs of all learners (including at-risk/special needs, those at mastery and above). Consider instruction differentiated by adjusting process, product, assessments, grouping patterns and time for accommodating student learning profiles, readiness and interests.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Teachers differentiate instructional processes to meet the varied needs of learners.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: D7 Criteria: Consider opportunities provided through classroom instructional processes, as part of school-wide activities and/or part of out-of-school initiatives. Consider opportunities and initiatives students have to integrate quality work-based and/or experiential learning experiences (e.g., contextual learning, project based learning, student leadership and service activities, work based experiences, internships).HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Students have opportunities to apply learning to real world situations.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: Professional Learning CommunitiesE1 Criteria: Consider professional learning communities. Consider specific examples of professional learning communities used to build a sense of collective responsibility for student learning, offer collegial support to develop and try out new ideas, collectively solve problems, seek out information, provide a context for reflection, and/or enable staff to work together in other ways. Consider how such activities that support student learning.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Teachers and other staff have opportunities to participate in professional learning communities.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: E2 Criteria: Consider the overall picture of professional development in the school and describe the school’s plan. Consider examples of significant ongoing school based learning opportunities (e.g., mentoring, teacher research, learning communities, web-based training opportunities). Consider examples of significant out-of-school professional opportunities (e.g., networks, professional associations, conferences, courses, collaboration with higher education, cultural institutions, and businesses). HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:A coherent approach to professional development ensures ongoing learning for staff.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Organizational arrangements such as time and teaching assignments make professional development a priority and a long-term plan is in place. FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: E3 Criteria: Consider professional development for staff that has impacted teaching and learning in the classroom. Consider specific examples of professional development that has influenced classroom instruction and student engagement and achievement and how the school recognizes excellent teaching.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Teacher professional development has improved teaching.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: Leadership and Educational VitalityF1 Criteria: Consider how the principal centers the operation of the school on teaching and learning. Consider how the principal creates an environment where staff learning is focused on the improvement of the curriculum, instructional processes and student engagement.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Instructional leader develops a school-wide focus on teaching and learning.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YEILD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Instructional leader works with teachers to improve curriculum, instruction and student engagement.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School leaders work with teachers to improve their instructional skills.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: F2 Criteria: Consider how the principal is dedicated to personal/professional growth. Consider how the principal works collaboratively to organize a school-wide structure for on-going professional growth/development for staff.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:The principal is a “leader of learning” and models lifelong learning.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: F3 Criteria: Consider how the principal collaborates and organizes school improvement as an on-going continuous process. HIGH YEILD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:The principal organizes and leads the school toward collaborative continuous improvement processes.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:The school improvement process is organized and managed to ensure the school is always moving forward.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: F4 Criteria: Consider the school’s collaborative strategic planning process and how all staff and major stakeholders are involved in school-wide and classroom improvement initiatives. Consider how data analysis is used to develop and implement the Five-Year Strategic Plan. Consider how consistent and pervasive changes in school practices are based on the goals and objectives of the Five-Year Plan and supported through a professional development plan.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Five-Year Strategic Plan is developed and drives/targets school improvement efforts.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: F5 Criteria: Consider how school leaders model and use technology applications to communicate with staff and parents, provide professional development and improve management efficiency and effectiveness. Consider specific examples of how technology enables the development and analysis of data about the school and as a basis for decision making.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Principal(s) model(s) the use of 21st century tools and applications in the role of manager and leader.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Processes are in place for integrating technology into the school/classrooms and staff is trained.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YEILD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Technology is used to analyze school data.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: F6 Criteria: Consider the major educational challenges the school must face over the next five years.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Plans are in place to address the major educational challenges the school faces over the next five years.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: School, Family and Community PartnershipsG1 Criteria: Consider community collaboration and partnerships and how they have resulted in mutual respect, support and understanding. Consider how the school collaboratively develops goals, priorities and initiatives; who is involved in identifying them and how they are related to the overall schools goals and activities. HIGH YEILD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Community collaboration and partnerships are in place at the school.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Partnerships and relationships are mutually beneficial resulting in the school being a respected and valued partner.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: G2 Criteria: Consider school-wide efforts to establish effective two-way communication and meaningful involvement of parents respectful of diverse backgrounds and challenging needs of families.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School environment welcomes and respects families from all walks of life, solicits and values their meaningful input, finds multiple ways to invite and involve them in school initiatives and builds a shared commitment to student success.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: G3 Criteria: Consider how, in partnership with families, the school: (1) supports and enhances the parenting role, (2) recruits and encourages volunteers, (3) facilitates learning at home (including homework) and (4) involves families in decision making. Consider examples of school support, such as integrated health and social services at the school site, referrals to community agencies and services beyond those provided by the school, before and after school child care, adult education, family counseling, nutrition education, times for parent meetings and conferences and transportation options.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School involves families in their childrens education and student support programs.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: Indicators of SuccessH1 Criteria: Consider types of data collected and why these data are appropriate evidence for your programmatic level. HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:There is evidence of regularly collected and analyzed data to judge school effectiveness.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: H2 Criteria: Consider analyzed assessment data at all levels (individual student, subgroups and school) to determine strengths and areas in need of improvement. Consider how you deliver timely evidence of student progress into the hands of instructional decision makers and communication of student performance to students, parents and the community.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Data management system(s) are used to summarize, analyze and report assessment results.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Assessment data are communicated to students, educators, parents and the community about student, school and system performance.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: H3 Criteria: Consider evidence that assessment data are used systematically in making decisions about curriculum, instruction and student learning.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Assessment results are used to understand and improve student and school performance.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Assessment data contributes to making issues of quality and equity part of the everyday conversation at school.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Data influences decision making.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: H4 Criteria: Consider the school’s balanced assessment system/approach including high quality summative, benchmark and formative classroom assessments used to improve teaching and learning. HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Summative Assessment Results – School wide aggregated WESTEST and WV Writing Assessment three-year trend data show progressive and improving patterns.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Benchmark Assessment Results - Benchmark assessments are used to provide teachers with frequent evidence of student mastery of standards. Results of the benchmark assessments are reported and used to adjust instruction in a timely manner. High yield instructional practices are implemented as a result of these findings.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Formative Classroom Assessments - Assessment methods (e.g., selected response, extended response, performance assessments, and personal communications) are used to provide students, teachers and parents with evidence of student progress in mastering the knowledge and skills of 21st century learning. Types of formative data (e.g., DIBELS, Informal Reading Assessment, Informal Math Assessment) are used to redirect daily instruction.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: H5 Criteria: FOR HIGH SCHOOLS ONLY: Consider students performance on PSAT, PLAN, SAT, and/or ACT college entrance examinations over the past three years.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:The number of students and percentage of the cohort class tested show patterns of increase in test scores. Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: H6 Criteria: Consider school wide practices (i.e., scheduling, extended school day/year, staffing, horizontal/vertical collaboration efforts, professional development programs, etc.,) implemented as a result of data findings.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Specific improvements have been made in school procedures and practices as a result of analysis and use of assessment data.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: H7 Criteria: Consider evidence of effective overall school performance.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:Indicators of school climate and engagement for the past three years (daily student attendance, daily teacher attendance and teacher turnover rate) provide high levels of performance and/or improvement.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: H8 Criteria: Consider awards received by the school, staff or students that are indicative of the school’s success.HIGH YIELD PRACTICE/STRATEGY:School success has resulted in significant awards received by the school, staff, and students.Rating FORMCHECKBOX Emerging Implementation (Plans in place to implement) FORMCHECKBOX Partial Implementation (Practice evident in some content areas/instructional levels) FORMCHECKBOX Substantial/Full Implementation (Practice pervasive throughout the school)NEXT STEPS: ................
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