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THE PRACTICE: A school administrator 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.


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What is it?

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The ISLLC standards employ a common design of presenting:

Knowledge

The administrator has knowledge and understanding of:

  • learning goals in a pluralistic society
  • the principles of developing and implementing strategic plans
  • systems theory
  • information sources, data collection, and data analysis strategies
  • effective communication
  • effective consensus-building and negotiation skills
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Dispositions

The administrator believes in, values, and is committed to:

  • the educability of all
  • a school vision of high standards of learning
  • continuous school improvement
  • the inclusion of all members of the school community
  • ensuring that students have the knowledge, skills, and values needed to become successful adults
  • a willingness to continuously examine one's own assumptions, beliefs, and practices
  • doing the work required for high levels of personal and organization performance

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Performances

The administrator facilitates processes and engages in activities ensuring that:

  • the vision and mission of the school are effectively communicated to staff, parents, students, and community members
  • the vision and mission are communicated through the use of symbols, ceremonies, stories, and similar activities
  • the core beliefs of the school vision are modeled for all stakeholders
  • the vision is developed with and among stakeholders
  • the contributions of school community members to the realization of the vision are recognized and celebrated
  • progress toward the vision and mission is communicated to all stakeholders
  • the school community is involved in school improvement efforts
  • the vision shapes the educational programs, plans, and activities
  • an implementation plan is developed in which objectives and strategies to achieve the vision and goals are clearly articulated
  • assessment data related to student learning are used to develop the school vision and goals
  • relevant demographic data pertaining to students and their families are used in developing the school mission and goals
  • barriers to achieving the vision are identified, clarified, and addressed
  • needed resources are sought and obtained to support the implementation of the school mission and goals
  • existing resources are used in support of the school vision and goals
  • the vision, mission, and implementation plans are regularly monitored, evaluated, and revised
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