Rating Scale: Developing to Distinguished

Standard 1. Strategic Leadership

Element B. Leading Change

The principal/assistant principal articulates a vision, and implementation strategies, for improvements and changes which result in improved achievement for all students.

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Developing	Identifies changes necessary for the improvement of student learning.
Proficient	All of the above, and... Systematically considers new and better ways of leading for improved student achievement and engages stakeholders in the change process.
Accomplished	All of the above, and... Adapts/varies leadership style according to the changing needs of the school and community. Is comfortable with major changes in implementing processes and accomplishing tasks. Routinely and systematically communicates the impacts of change processes to all stakeholders.
Distinguished	All of the above, and... Is a driving force behind major initiatives that help students acquire 21st century skills. Systematically challenges the status quo by leading change with potentially beneficial outcomes.