Connecting K-12 Schools Nationwide to Support Sustainable School Improvement October 2008 “We” Survey Suite with Linda Lucey

Do you know what your students think about school? Do they think learning is fun and exciting? Do they feel challenged and supported?

Learn Teach Lead Rigor Relevance Relationships Leadership Rigor Relevance Relationships Leadership Coherent Vision Instructional Leadership Empowerment Student Survey Instructional Staff Survey Whole Staff Survey

Grades 6-12 students 60 item survey Rigor, Relevance, Relationships & Leadership Select items parallel We Lead and We Teach Learn

Sample Data: We Learn Student Survey Grades % If I were given more challenging work in class I would do it. 83%When I struggle in class I receive the support I need to be successful. 76%What I learn in school will help me in the future. 58%We do lots of hands-on activities in my class. 78%Teachers respect each other. 51%I have lots of friends at school. 35%I know the goals my school is working on this year. 45%My ideas are important to my teachers when they plan lessons.

K-12 Instructional staff 60 item survey Rigor, Relevance, Relationships & Leadership Select items parallel We Lead and We Learn Teach

Sample Data: We Teach Instructional Staff Survey Grades K-12 66% This school has high expectations for all students. 83%In my class students discuss and solve open- ended questions and problems. 76%I make learning exciting for my students. 58%Instruction in my class is student-centered. 78%Staff respect each other. 31%My colleagues are a source of encouragement for me. 87% The school administration clearly communicates the goals of the school to staff. 65%New ideas are considered essential by administration in this school.

Rigor Sample Data: We Teach/We Learn Comparisons In class, we discuss and solve open-ended questions and problems. Teachers use a variety of instructional strategies to help students learn. Relevance Relationships I am aware of my students’ interests outside of schoolT=61% My teachers know my interests outside of school.S=42% T=85% S=65% T=76% S=54%

Leadership Sample Data: We Teach/We Learn Comparisons I know my school’s mission/vision. My day-to-day actions are aligned with the mission and vision of this school. S=45% T=78%

The Report ed to main contact within 2-3 weeks of completion Demographic information Items disaggregated by gender and grade level (Student Survey) Items disaggregated by role in school (Instructional Staff Survey) Rigor, Relevance, Relationships, Leadership Item Analysis All statements and responses by percentage

The Elements of Rigor, Relevance, Relationships and Leadership Continue by studying the data reported for rigor, relevance, relationships and leadership. The report is organized around each of these elements so that can be explored individually. Look for connections among related items that warrant deeper discussion. Note areas of strength and celebrate them! Look for and share with staff, students and stakeholders the perceived strengths of the school. Note areas of concern, and then take steps to understand what those data indicate and how to make improvements.

Questions? Learn Student Survey Teach Instructional Staff Survey

60 item Whole Staff Survey Coherent Vision Instructional Leadership Empowerment Goal Focus Decision Based on Reliable Data Curriculum and Instruction Professional Development Fidelity of Implementation Trust Communication Relationships

AllSTATEMENT 91%My day-to-day actions are aligned with the mission and vision of this school. 73%Decisions at this school are based on the needs of students. 75%Adults in this building work together effectively to achieve this school’s goals. 72%I am provided with the opportunity to be involved in this school’s improvement planning. 62%The school’s mission and vision are reviewed on a regular basis with the staff. 57%Staff morale at this school is high. 71%Community expectations are understood and respected by the school staff. 94%My professional objectives are aligned to student achievement. Academy Data (n=4,462) Coherent Vision Goal Focus Decision Making

Years working in schools Coherent Vision 1 st year 2-5 years 6-10 years years Over 20 Decisions at this school are based on the needs of students. 87%74% 70%71% Adults in this building work together effectively to achieve this school’s goals. 85%74%76% 77% Staff morale is high at this school. 84%61%57%54%53%

Instructional Leadership Curriculum and Instruction Professional Development Implementation

AllSTATEMENT 95%I solve problems effectively. 52%School administrators implement change without undue stress. 62%Changes in curriculum and instructional practices are coordinated districtwide. 61%I take an active role in curriculum planning at this school. 90%The school environment supports learning. 63%I am supported when I recommend changes to my curriculum and instruction. 93%Staff are expected to adapt their practices to meet the needs of all students. 77%Continuous improvement is driven by school administration. 64%School administrators solve problems effectively. 25%Staff are resistant to new ideas. 97%I am open to new ideas. Academy Data Curriculum and Instruction Professional Development Implementation Instructional Leadership

Trust Communication Relationships Empowerment

AllSTATEMENT 74%There is strong communication between school administration and staff. 53%Poor staff performance is not tolerated at this school. 65%The right people are in leadership roles at this school. 56%School administrators see me as a leader. 60%I have adequate opportunities to contribute to schoolwide decisions. 64%The school administration creates a climate of trust. 90%I am proud of this school. 90%I have clearly defined objectives that meet the needs of students. 86%I see myself as a leader. 27%I have input in districtwide policies. 25%Administrative procedures interfere with my job. 72%I trust my colleagues will act in my best interest. 68%I trust that school administrators will act in my best interest. Empowerment Trust Communication Relationships Academy Data

Discrepancies Academy Data Decisions at this school are based on the needs of students.73% My professional objectives are aligned to student achievement.94% I solve problems effectively.95% School administrators solve problems effectively.64% School administration is resistant to new ideas.15% Staff are resistant to new ideas.25% I am open to new ideas.97% School administrators implement change without undue stress.52% Continuous improvement is driven by school administration.77% School administrators see me as a leader.56% I see myself as a leader.87%

Changes in curriculum and instructional practices are coordinated districtwide.62% I take an active role in curriculum planning at this school.61% I am supported when I recommend changes to my curriculum and instruction.63% I trust my colleagues will act in my best interest.72% I trust that school administrators will act in my best interest.68% Similarities Academy Data

An Enhanced Report We Learn – Gender and grade level We Teach – Role in school –Classroom Teachers, Instructional Support Staff We Lead – Role in school –Full-time dept. chair, classroom teacher, support staff The Standard Reports $100 per additional variable

We Lead Survey$600 Whole Staff We Teach Survey$600 Instructional Staff We Learn Survey$1,100 (500 Students) ($1/each additional) For More Information Jackie Gonyo Sponsored Research Discounted for SPNetwork Members