MSIP Advanced Questionnaire
Faculty Frequency Distribution Report
MT. VERNON HIGH, MT. VERNON R-V School District

School Guidance Counselor
fac1a Frequency Percent
NO 34 97.14
YES 1 2.86
 
Library Media Specialist
fac1b Frequency Percent
NO 34 97.14
YES 1 2.86
 
Special Education Teacher
fac1c Frequency Percent
NO 29 82.86
YES 6 17.14
 
Classroom Teacher
fac1d Frequency Percent
NO 11 31.43
YES 24 68.57
 
Administrator
fac1e Frequency Percent
NO 32 91.43
YES 3 8.57
 
Other Certificated Faculty
fac1f Frequency Percent
NO 34 97.14
YES 1 2.86
 
How frequently do you use the curriculum
guides(s)?
fac2 Frequency Percent
Daily 15 45.45
Once a week 10 30.30
Biweekly 3 9.09
Monthly 4 12.12
Annually 1 3.03

Frequency Missing = 2

 

In the past two years
how many professional
development activities
directly related to improving
student performance or
instructional improvement
have you participated
in ?
fac3 Frequency Percent
0-2 1 3.03
3-4 1 3.03
5-6 7 21.21
7+ 24 72.73

Frequency Missing = 2

 

I use computers and related technology
in my classes:
fac4 Frequency Percent
Daily 19 57.58
Several Times/wk 8 24.24
Once 2/wks 1 3.03
Infrequently 5 15.15

Frequency Missing = 2

 

I have received training
in: Performance-based
(hands-on)
fac5a Frequency Percent
NO 1 2.86
YES 34 97.14
 
I have received training
in: Portfolio management
fac5b Frequency Percent
NO 20 57.14
YES 15 42.86
 
I have received training
in: Observation w / rubric
fac5c Frequency Percent
NO 7 20.00
YES 28 80.00
 
I have received training
in: Constructed response
fac5d Frequency Percent
NO 2 5.71
YES 33 94.29
 
I have received training
in: Essay
fac5e Frequency Percent
NO 5 14.29
YES 30 85.71

Data Collected in Fall, 2003
Tables Posted November 24, 2003
Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education

 

 
MSIP Advanced Questionnaire
Faculty Frequency Distribution Report
MT. VERNON HIGH, MT. VERNON R-V School District

  Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly
Disagree		  
Question N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. Number
Missing
6 - I have a curriculum guide for all subjects I teach. 30 93.8 2 6.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
7 - My curriculum guides provide me ways to measure whether students have attained each objective. 23 69.7 9 27.3 0 0.0 1 3.0 0 0.0 2
8 - My curriculum provides clear cross-references to all the Show-Me Standards. 32 97.0 1 3.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
9 - The curriculum guides are useful to me in designing lesson plans. 19 59.4 11 34.4 2 6.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
10 - I know how my curriculum is aligned to the benchmarks on the MAP. 29 87.9 3 9.1 1 3.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
11 - The district has provided me with specific professional development opportunities in the development and revision of my curriculum. 23 74.2 8 25.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 4
12 - The district has provided me with specific professional development activities related to aligning the curriculum to the Show-Me Standards or the MAP. 27 84.4 5 15.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
13 - I teach research skills as an integral part of my instruction. 16 51.6 9 29.0 6 19.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 4
14 - Greater emphasis should be placed on cultural diversity awareness in this school. 2 5.9 1 2.9 5 14.7 15 44.1 11 32.4 1
15 - Parents have input into the development of the district's curriculum. 19 57.6 13 39.4 1 3.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
16 - Students have input into the development of the district's curriculum. 19 59.4 12 37.5 1 3.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
17 - My building uses a number of strategies to motivate students to perform their best on the MAP tests. 21 61.8 12 35.3 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
18 - My school provides parents information about the programs available for children at school. 18 52.9 16 47.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
19 - My school provides regular communications to parents about their child’s progress. 26 76.5 7 20.6 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
20 - The teachers in my building study the achievement levels of subgroups of students (by race/ethnicity, gender, LEP, migrant and/or disability) and based upon this study take actions to improve the performance of any subgroup which lags behind.m 14 41.2 18 52.9 2 5.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
21 - The school shares with me standardized test results and dropout data disaggregated by disability, gender, and (where appropriate) by race/ethnicity. 20 58.8 13 38.2 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
22 - My school views parents as partners in the educational process. 21 61.8 12 35.3 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
23 - My school provides parents with information about what is expected in its classes. 20 58.8 14 41.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
24 - My instructional materials support the curriculum 25 75.8 7 21.2 1 3.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
25 - My school provides suggestions to parents on ways to assist at home with their child’s learning. 19 55.9 12 35.3 3 8.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
26 - I have received the training I need to help students effectively use computers. 14 42.4 13 39.4 6 18.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
27 - Technology in my school is considered an integral part of the instructional program. 19 54.3 12 34.3 2 5.7 1 2.9 1 2.9 0
28 - I use and integrate computers into my classroom activities. 16 51.6 9 29.0 3 9.7 3 9.7 0 0.0 4
29 - My school has created specific strategies to better involve parents in the education of their child. 12 36.4 18 54.5 3 9.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
30 - The board has high expectations for learning. 22 62.9 13 37.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
31 - Children are treated fairly in this school. 23 67.6 11 32.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
32 - I have received adequate training in using computers and other technology to support the curriculum. 21 60.0 10 28.6 4 11.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
33 - The professional development activities I attend are related to districtwide instructional improvement. 25 71.4 9 25.7 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
34 - The community is proud of this school. 26 74.3 9 25.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
35 - In our community, people tend to trust each other. 15 45.5 12 36.4 4 12.1 2 6.1 0 0.0 2
36 - Our classes are often interrupted. 3 8.8 3 8.8 4 11.8 13 38.2 11 32.4 1
37 - I think all children can learn. 24 68.6 10 28.6 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
38 - Teachers here are good teachers. 25 71.4 10 28.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
39 - Children are friendly to each other. 13 37.1 19 54.3 3 8.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
40 - Parents believe their children can do well in school. 14 41.2 18 52.9 2 5.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
41 - Teachers in this school communicate to students and parents on what they are supposed to be learning. 15 45.5 17 51.5 1 3.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
42 - Children like attending this school. 15 44.1 18 52.9 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
43 - Parents want to keep their children in this school. 19 55.9 15 44.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
44 - This school is a good place to learn. 23 67.6 11 32.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
45 - Teachers in this school make learning interesting. 21 61.8 12 35.3 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
46 - If children in this school have a problem, teachers will listen and help. 23 69.7 10 30.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
47 - Teachers in this school really care. 24 70.6 10 29.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
48 - Teachers in this school treat children with respect. 25 73.5 8 23.5 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
49 - I expect all children to achieve at a high level. 22 64.7 7 20.6 5 14.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
50 - I know what I am expected to do to improve student achievement as outlined in the district's CSIP. 28 80.0 7 20.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
51 - I am expected by my administrator to participate in professional development activities. 28 80.0 7 20.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
52 - I believe professional development is an integral part of my job. 26 74.3 9 25.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
53 - The librarian assists students and staff with individual class projects. 19 55.9 9 26.5 3 8.8 2 5.9 1 2.9 1
54 - Individual counseling services are available to students. 24 68.6 10 28.6 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
55 - Teachers talk about student achievement improvement issues on a regular basis. 17 50.0 16 47.1 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
56 - Our CSIP has been evaluated and updated recently. 29 82.9 6 17.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
57 - Overall, my school building is in good condition. 30 88.2 4 11.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
58 - The board establishes policies and permits administrators to implement these policies on a day to day basis. 28 80.0 6 17.1 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
59 - There is good communication between teachers and students. 24 68.6 11 31.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
60 - Students are held accountable for doing quality work. 21 61.8 10 29.4 3 8.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
61 - Students are taught critical-thinking skills in this school. 25 73.5 7 20.6 2 5.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
62 - I use student assessment/performance data to plan my instruction. 21 63.6 12 36.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
63 - Students are frequently provided information about their performance. 27 77.1 8 22.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
64 - The mission of this school is clearly defined. 29 82.9 6 17.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
65 - I have the opportunity to share with the administration what materials are needed in my classroom prior to the adoption of the budget. 26 81.3 6 18.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
66 - All staff hold high expectations for student learning. 17 50.0 14 41.2 3 8.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
67 - Students understand what conduct is expected of them. 20 58.8 14 41.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
68 - Rules of conduct for students are consistently enforced. 16 48.5 16 48.5 0 0.0 1 3.0 0 0.0 2
69 - There are open channels of communication among students, staff and administrators. 22 62.9 13 37.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
70 - There are avenues for recognizing and rewarding the accomplishments of all students. 24 68.6 11 31.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
71 - There are sufficient library media materials to support my program. 16 47.1 14 41.2 3 8.8 0 0.0 1 2.9 1
72 - I have input into the selection of library materials. 17 48.6 9 25.7 5 14.3 3 8.6 1 2.9 0
73 - The community provides enough money to adequately provide quality educational programs to children. 22 62.9 12 34.3 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
74 - Students are safe at this school 23 69.7 10 30.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
75 - I feel safe at this school. 25 71.4 10 28.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
76 - The library media center materials are current and in good condition. 22 64.7 11 32.4 0 0.0 1 2.9 0 0.0 1
77 - My classes provide an extension of skills and concepts learned in previous grades. 26 81.3 6 18.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
78 - Parents are frequently provided information about student performance. 24 72.7 9 27.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
79 - Students give evidence of being able to apply what they have learned in previous grades. 20 58.8 10 29.4 4 11.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
80 - There is a lot of teamwork in our community. 23 67.6 10 29.4 0 0.0 1 2.9 0 0.0 1
81 - Access to the Internet in my building is reliable. 10 30.3 16 48.5 7 21.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
82 - Incorporating the Internet into our instructional programs is a high priority in my district. 12 36.4 16 48.5 3 9.1 2 6.1 0 0.0 2
83 - I have the educational technology I need to support my instructional program. 16 51.6 11 35.5 2 6.5 2 6.5 0 0.0 4
84 - I usually look forward to each working day as a teacher. 25 75.8 8 24.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
85 - If I had a chance to choose all over again, I would still choose teaching as a career. 25 73.5 6 17.6 3 8.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
86 - This school makes children feel they belong. 19 57.6 14 42.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
87 - Children in this school have fun learning. 14 42.4 16 48.5 3 9.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
88 - If I wanted to I could easily arrange for my students to use the Internet at school for a class project. 21 63.6 7 21.2 2 6.1 3 9.1 0 0.0 2
89 - The professional development activities I have attended have changed the way I teach. 12 37.5 11 34.4 8 25.0 1 3.1 0 0.0 3
90 - I use student information from previous classes to plan instruction. 17 54.8 11 35.5 3 9.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 4
91 - Parents are welcome to discuss their child’s educational needs with the school. 26 76.5 8 23.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
92 - Discipline is handled fairly in this school. 22 66.7 10 30.3 0 0.0 1 3.0 0 0.0 2
93 - Vocational education is an essential part of the district's program of studies. 25 73.5 8 23.5 1 2.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1

Data Collected in Fall, 2003
Tables Posted November 24, 2003
Mo Dept of Elementary & Secondary Education