Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
EAST PRAIRIE JR. HIGH, EAST PRAIRIE R-II School District

School Guidance Counselor
fac1a Frequency Percent
NO 12 92.31
YES 1 7.69

Library Media Specialist
fac1b Frequency Percent
NO 13 100.00

Special Education Teacher
fac1c Frequency Percent
NO 11 84.62
YES 2 15.38

Classroom Teacher
fac1d Frequency Percent
NO 4 30.77
YES 9 69.23

Administrator
fac1e Frequency Percent
NO 12 92.31
YES 1 7.69

Other Certificated Faculty
fac1f Frequency Percent
NO 13 100.00

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

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
EAST PRAIRIE JR. HIGH, EAST PRAIRIE R-II 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 7 53.8 6 46.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
3 - There are effective supports in place to assist students who are in jeopardy of academic failure 6 46.2 6 46.2 0 0.0 1 7.7 0 0.0 0
4 - I emphasize the importance of effort with students 11 84.6 2 15.4 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 5 38.5 7 53.8 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
6 - There is adequate collaboration between special education staff and classroom teachers in our school 6 50.0 5 41.7 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
7 - There is adequate professional development for teachers working with special education students in our school 4 30.8 8 61.5 0 0.0 1 7.7 0 0.0 0
8 - My school's administration protects instructional time available to teachers from interruptions. 3 23.1 8 61.5 2 15.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
9 - Our principal uses classroom management as part of our evaluation 8 66.7 4 33.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
10 - Clear rules that promote good behavior are enforced in our school 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
11 - Clear rules regarding behavior have been established in my classroom 8 72.7 3 27.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
12 - Educators in our school use effective practices to promote positive behavior 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
13 - Teachers in our school use effective practices to keep all students actively engaged in learning 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
14 - Educators in our school respond to inappropriate behaviors quickly and effectively 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
15 - Norms for conduct that foster collegiality and professionalism among professional staff and administrators are clear and routinely followed 9 69.2 4 30.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
16 - Teachers in my school are routinely involved in formulating schoolwide decisions and policies 4 30.8 8 61.5 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
17 - Teachers are routinely engaged in collaborative problem solving around instructional issues 4 30.8 9 69.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
18 - Effective vehicles are in place for parents and community to communicate with the school 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
19 - In our school we communicate effectively to parents and the community 8 61.5 4 30.8 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
20 - Parents are encouraged to discuss their child's educational needs with the school 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
21 - I routinely analyze disaggregated student data and use it to plan my instruction 4 36.4 6 54.5 1 9.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
22 - An assessment system is used that provides timely feedback on specific knowledge and skills for individual students 4 33.3 7 58.3 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
23 - My school administers assessments throughout the school year that are used to guide instruction 5 41.7 5 41.7 2 16.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
24 - My school uses assessment data to evaluate and align the curriculum 7 58.3 5 41.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
25 - Emphasis is placed on valuing and respecting differences among students and their families in our school 5 38.5 7 53.8 0 0.0 1 7.7 0 0.0 0
26 - Student opinions are valued by teachers and administrators 6 46.2 6 46.2 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
27 - Faculty and staff solicit input from diverse student groups regarding the improvement of our school 3 25.0 8 66.7 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
28 - I feel comfortable having discussions regarding racial / ethnic issues with my colleagues 10 76.9 2 15.4 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
29 - Individual student differences are appreciated at our school 8 61.5 4 30.8 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
30 - Students are provided with opportunities to construct and work on long-term projects of their own design 7 53.8 5 38.5 0 0.0 1 7.7 0 0.0 0
31 - In our school teachers are encouraged to be instructional leaders 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
32 - My school's principal fosters shared beliefs and a sense of community and cooperation 12 100.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
33 - My school's principal monitors the effectiveness of school practices and their impact on student learning 12 100.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
34 - Our principal identifies issues in the school that could potentially become problems 11 91.7 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
35 - My school's principal systematically engages faculty and staff in discussions about current research on teaching and learning 8 66.7 4 33.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
36 - Our school teaches and reinforces student self-discipline and responsibility 8 61.5 5 38.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
37 - Students who are prone to violence are systematically identified 7 53.8 5 38.5 0 0.0 1 7.7 0 0.0 0
38 - Our school promotes an environment of mutual respect among students 9 69.2 4 30.8 0 0.0 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 8 61.5 5 38.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
40 - My school systematically ensures that teachers address essential content 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
41 - The amount of essential content that has been identified can be addressed in the instructional time available to teachers 2 16.7 8 66.7 1 8.3 1 8.3 0 0.0 1
42 - The essential content is organized and sequenced in a way that students have ample opportunity to learn it 3 23.1 9 69.2 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
43 - Our principal promotes innovation 7 58.3 5 41.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
44 - I have the skills necessary to meet the needs of all learners in my classroom 8 66.7 4 33.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
45 - I believe that I can positively impact student performance 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
46 - I have received violence prevention training 4 30.8 7 53.8 0 0.0 2 15.4 0 0.0 0
47 - Our professional development improves student achievement 7 58.3 5 41.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
48 - I have received adequate training in using computers and other technology to support my work with students 5 41.7 5 41.7 1 8.3 0 0.0 1 8.3 1
49 - The professional development activities I attend are related to my district's Comprehensive School Improvement Plan 9 69.2 4 30.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
50 - I have received professional development on differentiating instruction for learners 9 69.2 4 30.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
51 - My school adequately prepares all students for post-secondary education, and/or successful entry into the workforce 3 23.1 9 69.2 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
52 - Students are held accountable for doing quality work 9 69.2 4 30.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
53 - The mission of this school is clearly defined 11 84.6 2 15.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
54 - All staff in our school hold high expectations for student learning 10 76.9 2 15.4 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
55 - There are open channels of communication among students, staff and administrators 11 84.6 2 15.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
56 - There are avenues for recognizing and rewarding the accomplishments of all students 13 100.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
57 - There are sufficient library media materials to support my program 6 46.2 3 23.1 3 23.1 1 7.7 0 0.0 0
58 - Career-Technical education is an essential part of the district's program of studies 5 50.0 3 30.0 2 20.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
59 - I feel safe at this school 8 61.5 5 38.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
60 - The library media center materials are current and in good condition 5 45.5 5 45.5 1 9.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
61 - In our community, people tend to trust each other 6 46.2 6 46.2 0 0.0 1 7.7 0 0.0 0
62 - My professional development has improved the way I teach 7 58.3 4 33.3 0 0.0 1 8.3 0 0.0 1
63 - My school provides suggestions to parents on ways to assist at home with their child's learning 6 50.0 3 25.0 2 16.7 1 8.3 0 0.0 1
64 - My school views parents as partners in the educational process 6 46.2 6 46.2 0 0.0 1 7.7 0 0.0 0
65 - My school has created specific strategies to better involve parents in the education of their child 6 46.2 5 38.5 2 15.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
66 - The board has high expectations for student achievement 8 61.5 5 38.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
67 - Students are treated fairly in this school 7 58.3 4 33.3 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
68 - The community is proud of this school 8 61.5 5 38.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
69 - This school makes students feel they belong 9 69.2 3 23.1 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
70 - If students in this school have a problem, teachers will listen and help 9 69.2 4 30.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
71 - I usually look forward to each working day as a teacher 9 75.0 2 16.7 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
72 - Discipline is handled fairly in this school 10 76.9 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
73 - Collaboration with classroom teachers to integrate library and media resources and skills into classroom instruction is adequate 6 46.2 5 38.5 2 15.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
74 - The librarian/media specialist requests my input into the selection of resources 7 53.8 4 30.8 2 15.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
75 - There is adequate instruction in the use of library and media resources for classes and individual students 5 38.5 5 38.5 3 23.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
76 - There is systematic collaboration across subject areas in our building 4 33.3 6 50.0 2 16.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
77 - Individual counseling services are available to students 9 69.2 4 30.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
78 - The board establishes policies and permits administrators to implement these policies on a day to day basis 8 61.5 4 30.8 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
79 - The community provides enough money to adequately provide quality educational programs to children 5 38.5 6 46.2 2 15.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
80 - Overall, my school building is in good condition 5 38.5 7 53.8 1 7.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
81 - If I had a chance to choose all over again, I would still choose teaching as a career 7 58.3 3 25.0 0 0.0 1 8.3 1 8.3 1
82 - There is systematic collaboration between the academic and career education programs in our district. 4 30.8 9 69.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0

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

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
EAST PRAIRIE JR. HIGH, EAST PRAIRIE R-II School District

How much homework time do you assign
your students each day
fac83 Frequency Percent
Do not assign 3 27.27
1/2 hour or less 8 72.73

Frequency Missing = 2


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

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
EAST PRAIRIE JR. HIGH, EAST PRAIRIE R-II 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. 4 33.3 3 25.0 4 33.3 0 0.0 1 8.3 1
85 - I assess the level of prior knowledge of all students before initiating instruction. 7 58.3 4 33.3 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
86 - Organize students into flexible groups based on their understanding of the content and skill level. 5 41.7 6 50.0 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
87 - Begin instructional units by presenting students with clear learning goals. 6 54.5 5 45.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
88 - Begin instructional units by having students identify personal learning goals that fit within the learning goals presented by the teacher. 4 36.4 4 36.4 3 27.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
89 - Provide students with specific feedback on the extent to which they are accomplising the learning goals. 6 54.5 4 36.4 1 9.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
90 - Have students keep track of their own performance on the learning goals. 4 36.4 4 36.4 3 27.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
91 - Have students assess themselves relative to their personal learning goals after completing a unit. 5 45.5 2 18.2 3 27.3 1 9.1 0 0.0 2
92 - Make use of cooperative learning groups. 6 54.5 3 27.3 2 18.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
93 - Have students construct verbal or written summaries of new content. 7 63.6 3 27.3 1 9.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
94 - Have students represent new content in nonlinguistic ways (e.g. mental image, picture, pictograph, graphic organizer, physical model, enactment). 9 75.0 2 16.7 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
95 - Provide students with opportunities to practice important skills and procedures prior to assessment. 9 75.0 3 25.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
96 - I alter instructional strategies when students are having difficulty learning the material. 10 83.3 2 16.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
97 - Model or demonstrate important skills or procedures. 10 83.3 2 16.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
98 - Incorporate contextual/real life learning in the classroom. 10 83.3 2 16.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
99 - Incorporate problem solving instructional activities in the classroom. 7 58.3 5 41.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
100 - Have students revise and correct errors in their work as a way of reviewing and revising content. 8 66.7 3 25.0 1 8.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
101 - Have students compare and classify content. 6 50.0 6 50.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
102 - Have students construct metaphors and analogies. 3 25.0 6 50.0 2 16.7 1 8.3 0 0.0 1
103 - Provide specific feedback on the homework assigned to students. 6 54.5 4 36.4 1 9.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
104 - Incorporate information about careers in my instruction. 4 33.3 4 33.3 4 33.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1

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