SCHOOL EFFECTIVENESS QUESTIONNAIRE: TEACHER/STAFF VERSION

Reproduced with the permission of Orange County Schools

DIRECTIONS Do not write on this questionnaire. Record your answers on the accompanying answer sheet. In order for your answers to be read by our scanner, a soft black lead pencil must be used. Ballpoint or ink pens cannot be scanned on our equipment. * * Do not write or grid any identifying information on the answer sheet. For each statement on the questionnaire, fill in the bubble on the answer sheet that indicates how well, in your opinion, the statement describes your school. Use the following scale to respond to items #1 - 67.

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Strongly Disagree

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Disagree

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Neutral

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Agree

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Strongly Agree

SCHOOL EFFECTIVENESS QUESTIONNAIRE: TEACHER/STAFF VERSION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Administrators are knowledgeable of the school and district curriculum. Frequent communication occurs between faculty and administration. Instructional decisions for the school are based on community, teacher, and central administration input. The principal is involved in the instructional process. The principal and teachers make instructional effectiveness the highest priority in the school. The principal assumes leadership for improving the instructional program. Administrators complete fair and meaningful evaluations of each employee. The principal encourages teachers to participate in leadership roles. A school plan for the year exists which includes goals and objectives. The school plan is developed with teachers and community members. Important social trends are considered in school planning. Teachers and students are aware of school purposes and goals.

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Strongly Disagree

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Disagree

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Neutral

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Agree

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Strongly Agree

13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37.

The goals of teachers are consistent with school and district goals. Teachers communicate instructional goals to students. The school plan is revised, monitored, and reviewed periodically. School conduct rules and procedures are taught along with other skills. Disciplinary procedures are implemented in a fair and consistent manner. Parents are involved in and support school discipline practices. The physical plant is clean and well maintained. Appropriate safety principles are taught and practiced. An atmosphere of respect and trust exists. Social and cultural differences are respected. Students and teachers have a positive attitude toward school. Teacher and student attendance is high. Students and teachers are recognized for their accomplishments. Teachers, students, and administrators assume responsibility, as appropriate, for the physical appearance of the school. School facilities contribute to a positive school climate. Expectations are high, appropriate, and achievable. Expectations are communicated to faculty, support staff, students, and parents. Success is expected of all students regardless of social or cultural differences. Expectations for students are based on knowledge of students and their previous performance. High expectations are consistently maintained over time. Student performance is regularly monitored. Student performance is monitored in a variety of ways. Assessment data are used to improve the school's program. Student progress is regularly reported to parents. Student assessment data are monitored to modify instruction to promote student learning.

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Strongly Disagree

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Disagree

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Neutral

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Agree

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Strongly Agree

38. 39.

Students are regularly informed of their progress. Basic skills are defined as including minimum student performance standards, grade appropriate skills within content areas, critical/higher order thinking skills, and problemsolving skills. Basic skills in my school fit this definition. Students are taught to apply basic skills. Basic skills are assessed for content and process application. Electives and "specials" are integrated into the school curriculum. The integration of basic skills into instruction is consistently monitored. Appropriate instructional time is maximized. Disruptions to instruction are minimized. Transitions are effectively managed. Extracurricular and supplemental activities support instruction. The curriculum is varied to accommodate needs, interests, and abilities of students. Cooperative learning opportunities are provided. Parents actively participate in establishing school policies and procedures. Parents actively participate in school activities. Effective and frequent communication occurs with parents. Community resources are used to support the school's program. Social services from available outside agencies are effectively utilized. Parents are encouraged to support the instructional activities of the school. Professional development addresses the social and cultural differences in the school. Professional development is tailored to the needs of the school. Teachers are involved in planning and evaluating professional development activities. The importance of professional development is emphasized. The application of professional development activities is encouraged. Feedback is sought from participants in professional development activities. Teachers strive to maintain and enhance their professional status.

40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50. 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56. 57. 58. 59. 60. 61. 62.

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Strongly Disagree

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Disagree

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Neutral

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Agree

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Strongly Agree

63. 64. 65. 66. 67.

Teachers are involved in school planning and budgeting. Teachers are involved in developing and reviewing the school's mission and goals. Teachers are involved in monitoring the implementation of school policies and procedures. Teachers perceive that they can influence school decisions. Teachers and administrators function as a team.

For questions #68-70, please bubble in the circle on the answer sheet that corresponds to your choice for each item. 68. Fill in the bubble on the answer sheet that indicates your gender. A 69. Female B Male

Fill in the bubble on the answer sheet that indicates your race/ethnicity. A C E Asian/Pacific Islander White/Non-Hispanic American Indian/Alaskan Native B D Black/Non-Hispanic Hispanic

70.

Fill in the bubble on the answer sheet that indicates what language you speak best. A C English Creole B D Spanish Other

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