NCEES Evaluation Process: Standard I, Element A
Strategic Leadership: School Vision, Mission and Strategic Goals
The schoolÕs identity, in part, is derived from the vision, mission, values, beliefs and goals of the school,
the processes used to establish these attributes, and the ways they are embodied in the life of the school community.
Developing
- Develops his/her own vision of the changing world in the 21st century that schools are
preparing children to enter.
Proficient
All of the above, and...
- Leads and implements a process for developing a shared vision and strategic goals for student achievement
that reflect high expectations for students and staff.
- Maintains a focus on the vision and strategic goals throughout the school year.
Accomplished
All of the above, and...
- Creates with stakeholders a vision for the school that captures peoplesÕ attention and imagination.
- Designs and implements collaborative processes to collect and analyze data about the schoolÕs progress
for the periodic review and revision of the schoolÕs vision, mission, and strategic goals.
Distinguished
All of the above, and...
- Ensures that the schoolÕs identity (vision, mission, values, beliefs and goals) actually drive decisions
and inform the culture of the school.
- Initiates changes to vision and goals based on data to improve performance, school culture and school success