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Standard 6: Societal Context

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A principal is an educational leader who promotes the success of all students by understanding the profile of the community and, responding to, and influencing the larger political, social, economic, legal and cultural context. 6a. Collaborates with service providers and other decision-makers to improve teaching and learning.  Participates in efforts to influence the political process related to education. SAI Elementary Principal Mentor Attendance at school board meetings and Elementary Facilities meetings http://www.bettendorf.k12.ia.us/our-district/elementary-facilities-plan  Responds to community needs by supporting educational programs. United Way of the Quad Cities Day of Caring  Interacts with organizations to enhance their support for schools and programs. 21CCLC partnerships (City of Bettendorf, Bettendorf Police, Hy-Vee) Neil Armstrong PTA 6b. Advocates for the welfare of all members of the learning community.  Serves as liaison be

Standard 5: Ethics

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A principal is an educational leader who promotes the success of all students by acting with integrity, fairness and in an ethical manner. 5a. Demonstrates ethical and professional behavior.  Adheres to state and federal mandates. Evaluator Approval and Licensure  Adheres to board policies, district procedures, and contractual obligations. Annual renewal of Crisis Prevention Institute training for SPED BD programming site  Adheres to professional standards of behavior. TLC Administrator/Coach participation  Treats people fairly and with respect. Continued work with AEA support personnel to include Challenging Behavior Team 5b. Demonstrates values, beliefs, and attitudes that inspire others to higher levels of performance.  Portrays a positive attitude about the ability of staff and students to accomplish substantial goals. Week 1 Welcome Back message  Supports major initiatives. Bettendorf Foundation Major Saver Fundraiser Limo Lunch  Communic

Standard 2: Culture of Learning

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A principal is an educational leader who promotes the success of all students by advocating, nurturing and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to student learning and staff professional development. 2a. Provides leadership for assessing, developing and improving climate and culture.  Facilitates collaborative development of culture and climate goals. Use of pre-service time to develop PLC plan for math best practices learning with AEA support  Provides and enforces clear structure, rules, and procedures for teachers, staff, and students. PBIS procedures and policies for all staff Google slide presentation  Collects data regarding school climate. NA Culture, Communication, Collaboration data form  Works with stakeholders in the development of an action plan to accomplish goals. 15-16 School Improvement Plan- Reading, Math, Behavior  Fosters a climate in which every student is well known, respected, and cared for. 2b. Systemat

Standard 3: Management

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A principal is an educational leader who promotes the success of all students by ensuring management of the organization, operations and resources for a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment. 3a. Complies with state and federal mandates and local board policies.  Demonstrates awareness of local, state, federal policies and mandates to promote student achievement. SINA mandated parent choice notification letter  Allocates resources to support the compliance of mandates and policies. School Improvement Plan 15-16 (Reading,Math, Behavior)  Implements procedures and structures that support mandates. 5th Quarter Mandated Summer School/3rd Grade Retention 3b. Recruits, selects, inducts, and retains staff to support quality instruction.  Uses a variety of methods and resources to recruit highly qualified staff. Reading Corps recruitment via NA Facebook  Follows district procedures for hiring staff. Use of district Applitrack system for all postings

Standard 1: Shared Vision

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A principal is an educational leader who promotes the success of all students facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school community. 1a. In collaboration with others, uses appropriate data to establish rigorous, concrete goals in the context of student achievement and instructional programs.  Participates in planning process to establish measurable goals with all stakeholders. Humanex 2015 NA Survey results  Collects a variety of types of data in student learning to guide goal development. Evaluation Blueprint for School-Wide Positive Behavior Support  Uses an established procedure to collaboratively analyze and interpret data. Use of Reading Corps & Reading Recovery as Tier II & III Focus on team teaching with SPED for maximum targeted growth Focus on highest growth from fall to winter in K  Ensures that a comprehensive planning process is in pla