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STUDENT TEACHING EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE (STEP)

STANDARD 1, PART I

Student Teaching Evaluation of Performance (STEP) is the process for preparing and implementing a unit of instruction.

By understanding the community and school environment and the makeup of the classroom, you will be able to strategically meet the overall needs of your
students. In the first two weeks of student teaching, you should focus on learning about the students you will be working with. You are expected to teach the
unit you are preparing by the end of week 8.

Review the geographic, district, and school demographics of your student teaching classroom. Utilize the district or school website, your cooperating
teacher/mentor, or school administrator for this information. You may also use your state Department of Education website for statistical data on community
and school demographics.

Complete STEP Standard, 1 Part I that includes:

A. Geographic Location
B. District Demographics
C. School Demographics

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.

Please note, that in order to submit this assignment, you must:

1. Complete each section of the STEP Standard 1, Part II as directed in the course syllabus.
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STUDENT TEACHING EVALUATION OF PERFORMANCE (STEP)

TEACHER CANDIDATE INFORMATION:

Teacher Candidate Teacher Candidate Student ID:
First Name:
Amy
Last Name:
Grant 20387512
Email Address: Phone: 7065180788 State:
bethsgrant@aol.com AL-Alabama
Program of Study:
B.S. in Elementary Education

STANDARD 1, PART I: COMMUNITY, DISTRICT, SCHOOL, & CLASSROOM FACTORS

A. GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION
Cooperating School State: If “Other” School State Cooperating School
AL-Alabama Selected, Specify: City: Lanett

Population of City: School Classification: If “Other” Classification

6271 Public Selected, Specify:
Facility Setting: Stability of Community: Perception of the Level
Rural Stable of Community Support: Medium

 Discuss the possible effect these characteristics could have on planning, delivery, and assessment of your unit.
 Cite the references used for this information.
The community was built around a mill industry in the 1950's. The mills closed in the late 1990's. This left many without a means of employment. The community and the
students at the school that I am interning are pretty much stable and generational. Whenever the school has a special event the parents and grandparents of the students
participate. I would say about 70% participate in the school event. I think that this show a lot of community support. The community is a low income community.

http://www.chambersk12.org/about-us-ecac6c22/about-the-district-632454a8

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 B. DISTRICT DEMOGRAPHICS
District Name: Chambers County District Grades Served:
PK-12

Number of Schools in Number of Students Percentage of Students in

District: 10 Enrolled in District: 3700 the District Receiving Free 70
or Reduced-Price Lunch:
 Describe the district demographic data, including statistical data relating to the population and particular groups within it, for your cooperating school
district.
Sixty-six percent of our certified personnel hold a master’s or higher academic degree and our teachers meet Alabama’s highly qualified standard for requirements of “No Child
Left Behind.” The teacher demographics include 74% Caucasian and 26% minority. Currently four teachers hold National Board Certification. The student population consists
of 49% Caucasian, 47% African American and 4% other minority races. Our career tech programs are certified to current business and industry standards.

http://www.chambersk12.org/about-us-ecac6c22/about-the-district-632454a8

 Discuss the possible effect these characteristics could have on planning, delivery, and assessment of your unit.
 Cite the references used for this information.
The ADM has declined over the past 10 years due mostly to the textile industry closing down in this area. While the unemployment rate soared into the double digits for a couple
of years, the county is rebuilding and has decreased the unemployment rate to just over 6%. However, many families have relocated to find work elsewhere. The rebuilding of
the economy is largely due to the automotive industry. The school system works closely with the local Development Authority as new industries are recruited to the area. There
are four schools (LaFayette Eastside, JP Powell Middle, LaFayette High, and Five Points Elementary) that serve the north end of the county that is mostly rural and includes the
City of LaFayette. These are the schools in the Central Time Zone. There are 6 schools (Bob Harding Shawmut, Fairfax, LaFayette Lanier, Huguley, WF Burns Middle, and Valley
High) that serve other areas including the City of Valley. These schools are located in the Eastern Time Zone. The Career Technical School is located in LaFayette and serves
students from both LaFayette and Valley High Schools. Both the Career Tech Center and the Central Office operate in Central Time.

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 C. SCHOOL DEMOGRAPHICS
Cooperating School Huguley Elementary Cooperating School Title One (I):
PK-5 Yes
Name: Grades Served:
Number of Students Percentage of Students in Academic Achievement 185
Enrolled in School: 380 the School Receiving Free 100 Ranking/Label of the
or Reduced-Price Lunch: School:
 Discuss the possible effect these characteristics could have on the planning, delivery, and assessment of your unit.
 Cite the references used for this information.
In the past 5 years there has been a steady growth rate in the state rankings of this school. Last year the school received the highest grade from the state countywide. That was
a big achievement for this school.

YearAvg Standard ScoreStatewide Rank

200450.52328th62347.4%
200554.94318th68853.8%
200649.16378th68945.1%
200766.15230th69867.0%
200853.14345th69850.6%
200949.13404th69642.0%
201050.80403rd70442.8%
201162.35293rd70958.7%
201258.83342nd69650.9%
201364.59258th69662.9%
201447.98371st69546.6%
201552.84312th69154.8%
201655.95296th69157.2%
201758.19284th68858.7%
201871.41185th68072.8% AGREEMENT AND SIGNATURE
I, the above named, GCU student attest this submission is accurate, true, and in compliance with GCU policy guidelines, to the best of my ability to do so.
https://www.schooldigger.com/go/AL/schools/0060000260/school.aspx
NOTE: The data entered into this document may be audited for accuracy. Students who engage in fabricating, falsifying, forging, altering, or inventing information
regarding clinical practice/ student teaching may be subject to sanctions for violating GCU academic integrity policies, which may include expulsion from GCU.

Teacher Candidate Date:

E-Signature: Amy Grant
Amy Grant (Aug 25, 2019)
Aug 25, 2019

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