Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
CRYSTAL CITY 47 School District

School Guidance Counselor
fac1a Frequency Percent
NO 62 96.88
YES 2 3.13

Library Media Specialist
fac1b Frequency Percent
NO 62 96.88
YES 2 3.13

Special Education Teacher
fac1c Frequency Percent
NO 57 89.06
YES 7 10.94

Classroom Teacher
fac1d Frequency Percent
NO 19 29.69
YES 45 70.31

Administrator
fac1e Frequency Percent
NO 59 92.19
YES 5 7.81

Other Certificated Faculty
fac1f Frequency Percent
NO 59 92.19
YES 5 7.81

Data Collected in Fall, 2008
Tables Generated January 09, 2009

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
CRYSTAL CITY 47 School District

  Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly
Disagree		  
Question N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. Number
Missing
2 - My school collaborates with community agencies to meet the needs of students 25 39.1 31 48.4 7 10.9 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
3 - There are effective supports in place to assist students who are in jeopardy of academic failure 32 50.0 26 40.6 4 6.3 2 3.1 0 0.0 0
4 - I emphasize the importance of effort with students 54 84.4 10 15.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
5 - In our school, there is adequate support for classroom teachers to address special education students' IEP goals 29 45.3 25 39.1 7 10.9 1 1.6 2 3.1 0
6 - There is adequate collaboration between special education staff and classroom teachers in our school 26 40.6 30 46.9 4 6.3 3 4.7 1 1.6 0
7 - There is adequate professional development for teachers working with special education students in our school 16 25.4 26 41.3 12 19.0 6 9.5 3 4.8 1
8 - My school's administration protects instructional time available to teachers from interruptions. 22 34.4 32 50.0 6 9.4 3 4.7 1 1.6 0
9 - Our principal uses classroom management as part of our evaluation 38 60.3 21 33.3 4 6.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
10 - Clear rules that promote good behavior are enforced in our school 28 44.4 19 30.2 9 14.3 6 9.5 1 1.6 1
11 - Clear rules regarding behavior have been established in my classroom 41 67.2 17 27.9 3 4.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
12 - Educators in our school use effective practices to promote positive behavior 30 47.6 25 39.7 7 11.1 1 1.6 0 0.0 1
13 - Teachers in our school use effective practices to keep all students actively engaged in learning 28 45.2 29 46.8 4 6.5 1 1.6 0 0.0 2
14 - Educators in our school respond to inappropriate behaviors quickly and effectively 25 39.7 31 49.2 5 7.9 1 1.6 1 1.6 1
15 - Norms for conduct that foster collegiality and professionalism among professional staff and administrators are clear and routinely followed 25 40.3 31 50.0 6 9.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
16 - Teachers in my school are routinely involved in formulating schoolwide decisions and policies 16 25.4 23 36.5 15 23.8 9 14.3 0 0.0 1
17 - Teachers are routinely engaged in collaborative problem solving around instructional issues 25 40.3 27 43.5 8 12.9 2 3.2 0 0.0 2
18 - Effective vehicles are in place for parents and community to communicate with the school 35 55.6 24 38.1 4 6.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
19 - In our school we communicate effectively to parents and the community 37 58.7 26 41.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
20 - Parents are encouraged to discuss their child's educational needs with the school 40 64.5 22 35.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
21 - I routinely analyze disaggregated student data and use it to plan my instruction 18 31.0 27 46.6 10 17.2 3 5.2 0 0.0 6
22 - An assessment system is used that provides timely feedback on specific knowledge and skills for individual students 24 41.4 28 48.3 4 6.9 2 3.4 0 0.0 6
23 - My school administers assessments throughout the school year that are used to guide instruction 25 41.0 30 49.2 5 8.2 1 1.6 0 0.0 3
24 - My school uses assessment data to evaluate and align the curriculum 23 36.5 36 57.1 2 3.2 2 3.2 0 0.0 1
25 - Emphasis is placed on valuing and respecting differences among students and their families in our school 34 53.1 23 35.9 6 9.4 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
26 - Student opinions are valued by teachers and administrators 29 45.3 28 43.8 6 9.4 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
27 - Faculty and staff solicit input from diverse student groups regarding the improvement of our school 20 31.7 26 41.3 9 14.3 8 12.7 0 0.0 1
28 - I feel comfortable having discussions regarding racial / ethnic issues with my colleagues 31 50.0 24 38.7 5 8.1 2 3.2 0 0.0 2
29 - Individual student differences are appreciated at our school 33 52.4 21 33.3 9 14.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
30 - Students are provided with opportunities to construct and work on long-term projects of their own design 21 33.3 26 41.3 10 15.9 6 9.5 0 0.0 1
31 - In our school teachers are encouraged to be instructional leaders 38 59.4 24 37.5 1 1.6 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
32 - My school's principal fosters shared beliefs and a sense of community and cooperation 37 58.7 20 31.7 5 7.9 1 1.6 0 0.0 1
33 - My school's principal monitors the effectiveness of school practices and their impact on student learning 39 60.9 20 31.3 5 7.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
34 - Our principal identifies issues in the school that could potentially become problems 41 65.1 18 28.6 3 4.8 1 1.6 0 0.0 1
35 - My school's principal systematically engages faculty and staff in discussions about current research on teaching and learning 36 56.3 23 35.9 4 6.3 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
36 - Our school teaches and reinforces student self-discipline and responsibility 28 43.8 26 40.6 10 15.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
37 - Students who are prone to violence are systematically identified 23 36.5 24 38.1 11 17.5 5 7.9 0 0.0 1
38 - Our school promotes an environment of mutual respect among students 34 53.1 29 45.3 1 1.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
39 - The content considered essential for all students to learn versus that considered supplemental has been identified and communicated to teachers 25 39.1 31 48.4 8 12.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
40 - My school systematically ensures that teachers address essential content 26 40.6 31 48.4 6 9.4 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
41 - The amount of essential content that has been identified can be addressed in the instructional time available to teachers 20 31.7 30 47.6 10 15.9 3 4.8 0 0.0 1
42 - The essential content is organized and sequenced in a way that students have ample opportunity to learn it 26 41.3 27 42.9 9 14.3 0 0.0 1 1.6 1
43 - Our principal promotes innovation 37 58.7 22 34.9 3 4.8 1 1.6 0 0.0 1
44 - I have the skills necessary to meet the needs of all learners in my classroom 34 54.0 27 42.9 0 0.0 2 3.2 0 0.0 1
45 - I believe that I can positively impact student performance 47 73.4 17 26.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
46 - I have received violence prevention training 22 35.5 21 33.9 10 16.1 6 9.7 3 4.8 2
47 - Our professional development improves student achievement 27 42.9 25 39.7 8 12.7 2 3.2 1 1.6 1
48 - I have received adequate training in using computers and other technology to support my work with students 33 52.4 23 36.5 5 7.9 1 1.6 1 1.6 1
49 - The professional development activities I attend are related to my district's Comprehensive School Improvement Plan 32 50.0 27 42.2 5 7.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
50 - I have received professional development on differentiating instruction for learners 33 51.6 29 45.3 1 1.6 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
51 - My school adequately prepares all students for post-secondary education, and/or successful entry into the workforce 23 37.1 32 51.6 5 8.1 2 3.2 0 0.0 2
52 - Students are held accountable for doing quality work 22 34.9 29 46.0 12 19.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
53 - The mission of this school is clearly defined 30 47.6 27 42.9 6 9.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
54 - All staff in our school hold high expectations for student learning 26 41.3 32 50.8 4 6.3 1 1.6 0 0.0 1
55 - There are open channels of communication among students, staff and administrators 30 48.4 22 35.5 6 9.7 3 4.8 1 1.6 2
56 - There are avenues for recognizing and rewarding the accomplishments of all students 38 60.3 23 36.5 2 3.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
57 - There are sufficient library media materials to support my program 21 34.4 23 37.7 8 13.1 8 13.1 1 1.6 3
58 - Career-Technical education is an essential part of the district's program of studies 27 46.6 17 29.3 13 22.4 1 1.7 0 0.0 6
59 - I feel safe at this school 43 69.4 12 19.4 4 6.5 3 4.8 0 0.0 2
60 - The library media center materials are current and in good condition 26 41.9 21 33.9 11 17.7 2 3.2 2 3.2 2
61 - In our community, people tend to trust each other 33 51.6 22 34.4 7 10.9 2 3.1 0 0.0 0
62 - My professional development has improved the way I teach 30 48.4 27 43.5 4 6.5 0 0.0 1 1.6 2
63 - My school provides suggestions to parents on ways to assist at home with their child's learning 32 50.8 23 36.5 8 12.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
64 - My school views parents as partners in the educational process 44 69.8 18 28.6 1 1.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
65 - My school has created specific strategies to better involve parents in the education of their child 31 49.2 19 30.2 9 14.3 4 6.3 0 0.0 1
66 - The board has high expectations for student achievement 34 53.1 22 34.4 8 12.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
67 - Students are treated fairly in this school 36 56.3 17 26.6 10 15.6 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
68 - The community is proud of this school 42 65.6 18 28.1 4 6.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
69 - This school makes students feel they belong 43 67.2 19 29.7 2 3.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
70 - If students in this school have a problem, teachers will listen and help 45 70.3 17 26.6 2 3.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
71 - I usually look forward to each working day as a teacher 35 55.6 25 39.7 2 3.2 1 1.6 0 0.0 1
72 - Discipline is handled fairly in this school 26 40.6 23 35.9 11 17.2 4 6.3 0 0.0 0
73 - Collaboration with classroom teachers to integrate library and media resources and skills into classroom instruction is adequate 23 36.5 29 46.0 9 14.3 1 1.6 1 1.6 1
74 - The librarian/media specialist requests my input into the selection of resources 37 58.7 19 30.2 7 11.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
75 - There is adequate instruction in the use of library and media resources for classes and individual students 30 47.6 26 41.3 4 6.3 3 4.8 0 0.0 1
76 - There is systematic collaboration across subject areas in our building 26 41.3 24 38.1 9 14.3 4 6.3 0 0.0 1
77 - Individual counseling services are available to students 40 62.5 17 26.6 4 6.3 2 3.1 1 1.6 0
78 - The board establishes policies and permits administrators to implement these policies on a day to day basis 29 45.3 26 40.6 9 14.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
79 - The community provides enough money to adequately provide quality educational programs to children 19 30.2 23 36.5 12 19.0 8 12.7 1 1.6 1
80 - Overall, my school building is in good condition 18 28.1 23 35.9 10 15.6 10 15.6 3 4.7 0
81 - If I had a chance to choose all over again, I would still choose teaching as a career 47 73.4 14 21.9 2 3.1 1 1.6 0 0.0 0
82 - There is systematic collaboration between the academic and career education programs in our district. 19 30.6 22 35.5 20 32.3 1 1.6 0 0.0 2

Data Collected in Fall, 2008
Tables Generated January 09, 2009

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
CRYSTAL CITY 47 School District

How much homework time do you assign
your students each day
fac83 Frequency Percent
Do not assign 16 27.59
1/2 hour or less 35 60.34
1 hour 7 12.07

Frequency Missing = 6


Data Collected in Fall, 2008
Tables Generated January 09, 2009

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
CRYSTAL CITY 47 School District

  Regularly Often Occasionally Rarely Not at
all		  
Question N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. N Pct. Number
Missing
84 - Students are taught effective note-taking skills. 10 16.7 27 45.0 12 20.0 7 11.7 4 6.7 4
85 - I assess the level of prior knowledge of all students before initiating instruction. 25 41.0 24 39.3 9 14.8 1 1.6 2 3.3 3
86 - Organize students into flexible groups based on their understanding of the content and skill level. 27 45.0 20 33.3 8 13.3 2 3.3 3 5.0 4
87 - Begin instructional units by presenting students with clear learning goals. 42 68.9 17 27.9 1 1.6 0 0.0 1 1.6 3
88 - Begin instructional units by having students identify personal learning goals that fit within the learning goals presented by the teacher. 17 27.9 29 47.5 4 6.6 8 13.1 3 4.9 3
89 - Provide students with specific feedback on the extent to which they are accomplising the learning goals. 40 65.6 16 26.2 4 6.6 0 0.0 1 1.6 3
90 - Have students keep track of their own performance on the learning goals. 17 28.8 17 28.8 15 25.4 6 10.2 4 6.8 5
91 - Have students assess themselves relative to their personal learning goals after completing a unit. 16 26.2 20 32.8 12 19.7 7 11.5 6 9.8 3
92 - Make use of cooperative learning groups. 31 51.7 15 25.0 12 20.0 1 1.7 1 1.7 4
93 - Have students construct verbal or written summaries of new content. 28 45.9 14 23.0 10 16.4 6 9.8 3 4.9 3
94 - Have students represent new content in nonlinguistic ways (e.g. mental image, picture, pictograph, graphic organizer, physical model, enactment). 31 51.7 16 26.7 11 18.3 2 3.3 0 0.0 4
95 - Provide students with opportunities to practice important skills and procedures prior to assessment. 45 73.8 13 21.3 1 1.6 0 0.0 2 3.3 3
96 - I alter instructional strategies when students are having difficulty learning the material. 47 77.0 12 19.7 1 1.6 0 0.0 1 1.6 3
97 - Model or demonstrate important skills or procedures. 52 85.2 8 13.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 1.6 3
98 - Incorporate contextual/real life learning in the classroom. 50 82.0 10 16.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 1.6 3
99 - Incorporate problem solving instructional activities in the classroom. 41 67.2 16 26.2 2 3.3 1 1.6 1 1.6 3
100 - Have students revise and correct errors in their work as a way of reviewing and revising content. 39 63.9 13 21.3 5 8.2 2 3.3 2 3.3 3
101 - Have students compare and classify content. 31 50.8 18 29.5 7 11.5 2 3.3 3 4.9 3
102 - Have students construct metaphors and analogies. 11 18.3 15 25.0 21 35.0 9 15.0 4 6.7 4
103 - Provide specific feedback on the homework assigned to students. 31 52.5 16 27.1 6 10.2 1 1.7 5 8.5 5
104 - Incorporate information about careers in my instruction. 20 32.8 14 23.0 21 34.4 5 8.2 1 1.6 3

Data Collected in Fall, 2008
Tables Generated January 09, 2009