Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

ISLLC - Standard 1

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A school administrator is an educational leader who promotes the success of all students by facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school community.

Knowledge

The administrator has knowledge and understanding of:

• learning goals in a pluralistic society

• the principals of developing and implementing strategic plans

• systems theory

• information sources, data collection, and data analysis strategies

• effective communication

• effective consensus-building and negotiation skills

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

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

• the vision shapes the educational programs, plans, and actions

• 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