Survey Results February 2015

We have become obsessed with the use of test data alone to drive school improvement and transformation efforts. “Culture drives strategy” and the appropriate use of both quantitative and qualitative data is essential for successful and sustainable transformation work. -Raymond J. McNulty Vice Chairman, Successful Practices Network President, International Center for Leadership in Education “ “

District Staff Survey: Middle and High Schools Data Report and Results

Effective school leaders empower their staff to become agents of change. We want our schools to challenge students at higher levels, engage students in learning at higher rates, and foster relationships that develop personal skills along with academic achievement.

NISD Secondary Schools

NISD Middle and High Schools Rigor

NISD Middle and High Schools Relevance

NISD Middle and High Schools

Leadership

District Student Survey Data Report and Results

The lesson from model schools is simple to say, but easily obscured by competing forces: relationships make rigor and relevance possible.

NISD Secondary School

NISD Middle and High Schools

Relevance

NISD Middle and High Schools Relationships

NISD Middle and High Schools Leadership

Comparative Analysis Data Report and Results

Rigor Areas of Similarities – Belief in High Expectations – Students Completing Challenging Work – Students Get Help, When Needed Areas to Work – Priorities: State Test – Belief in Independent Learning

Relevance Areas of Similarities – Collaboration in Work – Use of Technology Areas to Work – Student Exploration of Interests – Application of Learning to Everyday Life

Relationships Areas of Similarities – Bullying in School – Teachers care about Students Areas to Work – Knowledge of Students’ Passions & Interests – Addressing concerns of Bullying

Leadership Areas of Similarities – Students & Staff contribute to school- wide decisions. – Students’ concerns are heard and acted upon by staff and leadership. Areas to Work – Communication of Goals of School – Creative Thinking & Opportunities to try New Things

On the MOVE from Good to Great! Key Findings— We must continue to build an academic culture that promotes relationships that lead to rigor and relevance among staff and students.

Survey Results February 2015