Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
APPLETON CITY R-II School District

School Guidance Counselor
fac1a Frequency Percent
NO 40 95.24
YES 2 4.76

Library Media Specialist
fac1b Frequency Percent
NO 41 97.62
YES 1 2.38

Special Education Teacher
fac1c Frequency Percent
NO 38 90.48
YES 4 9.52

Classroom Teacher
fac1d Frequency Percent
NO 14 33.33
YES 28 66.67

Administrator
fac1e Frequency Percent
NO 39 92.86
YES 3 7.14

Other Certificated Faculty
fac1f Frequency Percent
NO 37 88.10
YES 5 11.90

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

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
APPLETON CITY 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 15 35.7 22 52.4 4 9.5 1 2.4 0 0.0 0
3 - There are effective supports in place to assist students who are in jeopardy of academic failure 18 42.9 18 42.9 4 9.5 2 4.8 0 0.0 0
4 - I emphasize the importance of effort with students 36 85.7 6 14.3 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 14 33.3 19 45.2 7 16.7 2 4.8 0 0.0 0
6 - There is adequate collaboration between special education staff and classroom teachers in our school 18 42.9 12 28.6 6 14.3 6 14.3 0 0.0 0
7 - There is adequate professional development for teachers working with special education students in our school 8 20.5 15 38.5 8 20.5 7 17.9 1 2.6 3
8 - My school's administration protects instructional time available to teachers from interruptions. 27 64.3 10 23.8 3 7.1 1 2.4 1 2.4 0
9 - Our principal uses classroom management as part of our evaluation 21 51.2 17 41.5 3 7.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
10 - Clear rules that promote good behavior are enforced in our school 23 54.8 18 42.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 2.4 0
11 - Clear rules regarding behavior have been established in my classroom 28 71.8 10 25.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 2.6 3
12 - Educators in our school use effective practices to promote positive behavior 14 33.3 26 61.9 1 2.4 1 2.4 0 0.0 0
13 - Teachers in our school use effective practices to keep all students actively engaged in learning 10 23.8 29 69.0 3 7.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
14 - Educators in our school respond to inappropriate behaviors quickly and effectively 11 26.2 29 69.0 2 4.8 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 13 31.7 20 48.8 5 12.2 3 7.3 0 0.0 1
16 - Teachers in my school are routinely involved in formulating schoolwide decisions and policies 11 26.2 22 52.4 6 14.3 2 4.8 1 2.4 0
17 - Teachers are routinely engaged in collaborative problem solving around instructional issues 17 40.5 19 45.2 5 11.9 1 2.4 0 0.0 0
18 - Effective vehicles are in place for parents and community to communicate with the school 14 34.1 21 51.2 4 9.8 2 4.9 0 0.0 1
19 - In our school we communicate effectively to parents and the community 14 33.3 24 57.1 4 9.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
20 - Parents are encouraged to discuss their child's educational needs with the school 20 47.6 21 50.0 1 2.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
21 - I routinely analyze disaggregated student data and use it to plan my instruction 16 43.2 12 32.4 8 21.6 1 2.7 0 0.0 5
22 - An assessment system is used that provides timely feedback on specific knowledge and skills for individual students 17 42.5 19 47.5 4 10.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
23 - My school administers assessments throughout the school year that are used to guide instruction 20 48.8 18 43.9 2 4.9 1 2.4 0 0.0 1
24 - My school uses assessment data to evaluate and align the curriculum 17 41.5 22 53.7 2 4.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
25 - Emphasis is placed on valuing and respecting differences among students and their families in our school 12 29.3 20 48.8 8 19.5 1 2.4 0 0.0 1
26 - Student opinions are valued by teachers and administrators 13 31.0 26 61.9 2 4.8 1 2.4 0 0.0 0
27 - Faculty and staff solicit input from diverse student groups regarding the improvement of our school 9 22.0 20 48.8 9 22.0 3 7.3 0 0.0 1
28 - I feel comfortable having discussions regarding racial / ethnic issues with my colleagues 14 33.3 19 45.2 7 16.7 2 4.8 0 0.0 0
29 - Individual student differences are appreciated at our school 14 33.3 23 54.8 3 7.1 2 4.8 0 0.0 0
30 - Students are provided with opportunities to construct and work on long-term projects of their own design 10 27.8 16 44.4 8 22.2 2 5.6 0 0.0 6
31 - In our school teachers are encouraged to be instructional leaders 23 56.1 17 41.5 1 2.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
32 - My school's principal fosters shared beliefs and a sense of community and cooperation 25 59.5 15 35.7 1 2.4 1 2.4 0 0.0 0
33 - My school's principal monitors the effectiveness of school practices and their impact on student learning 25 59.5 16 38.1 1 2.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
34 - Our principal identifies issues in the school that could potentially become problems 27 64.3 13 31.0 2 4.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
35 - My school's principal systematically engages faculty and staff in discussions about current research on teaching and learning 19 46.3 16 39.0 4 9.8 2 4.9 0 0.0 1
36 - Our school teaches and reinforces student self-discipline and responsibility 16 38.1 23 54.8 3 7.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
37 - Students who are prone to violence are systematically identified 12 30.8 16 41.0 11 28.2 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
38 - Our school promotes an environment of mutual respect among students 15 36.6 23 56.1 2 4.9 1 2.4 0 0.0 1
39 - The content considered essential for all students to learn versus that considered supplemental has been identified and communicated to teachers 15 37.5 18 45.0 7 17.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
40 - My school systematically ensures that teachers address essential content 16 39.0 24 58.5 1 2.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
41 - The amount of essential content that has been identified can be addressed in the instructional time available to teachers 8 21.6 23 62.2 3 8.1 3 8.1 0 0.0 5
42 - The essential content is organized and sequenced in a way that students have ample opportunity to learn it 11 28.9 21 55.3 5 13.2 1 2.6 0 0.0 4
43 - Our principal promotes innovation 21 51.2 14 34.1 4 9.8 2 4.9 0 0.0 1
44 - I have the skills necessary to meet the needs of all learners in my classroom 17 42.5 19 47.5 3 7.5 1 2.5 0 0.0 2
45 - I believe that I can positively impact student performance 30 71.4 12 28.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
46 - I have received violence prevention training 16 39.0 14 34.1 5 12.2 6 14.6 0 0.0 1
47 - Our professional development improves student achievement 15 37.5 19 47.5 5 12.5 1 2.5 0 0.0 2
48 - I have received adequate training in using computers and other technology to support my work with students 12 30.0 14 35.0 9 22.5 4 10.0 1 2.5 2
49 - The professional development activities I attend are related to my district's Comprehensive School Improvement Plan 16 42.1 17 44.7 4 10.5 1 2.6 0 0.0 4
50 - I have received professional development on differentiating instruction for learners 17 42.5 18 45.0 3 7.5 2 5.0 0 0.0 2
51 - My school adequately prepares all students for post-secondary education, and/or successful entry into the workforce 9 22.0 20 48.8 9 22.0 3 7.3 0 0.0 1
52 - Students are held accountable for doing quality work 10 24.4 24 58.5 6 14.6 1 2.4 0 0.0 1
53 - The mission of this school is clearly defined 10 24.4 29 70.7 2 4.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
54 - All staff in our school hold high expectations for student learning 11 26.2 19 45.2 8 19.0 4 9.5 0 0.0 0
55 - There are open channels of communication among students, staff and administrators 19 45.2 15 35.7 7 16.7 1 2.4 0 0.0 0
56 - There are avenues for recognizing and rewarding the accomplishments of all students 15 36.6 23 56.1 3 7.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
57 - There are sufficient library media materials to support my program 11 26.2 20 47.6 5 11.9 5 11.9 1 2.4 0
58 - Career-Technical education is an essential part of the district's program of studies 8 21.6 20 54.1 9 24.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 5
59 - I feel safe at this school 28 66.7 13 31.0 1 2.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
60 - The library media center materials are current and in good condition 14 35.0 21 52.5 3 7.5 2 5.0 0 0.0 2
61 - In our community, people tend to trust each other 11 26.8 20 48.8 7 17.1 3 7.3 0 0.0 1
62 - My professional development has improved the way I teach 16 41.0 15 38.5 7 17.9 1 2.6 0 0.0 3
63 - My school provides suggestions to parents on ways to assist at home with their child's learning 15 36.6 21 51.2 4 9.8 1 2.4 0 0.0 1
64 - My school views parents as partners in the educational process 19 45.2 21 50.0 2 4.8 0 0.0 0 0.0 0
65 - My school has created specific strategies to better involve parents in the education of their child 14 35.0 21 52.5 5 12.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 2
66 - The board has high expectations for student achievement 20 48.8 20 48.8 1 2.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
67 - Students are treated fairly in this school 15 35.7 24 57.1 1 2.4 2 4.8 0 0.0 0
68 - The community is proud of this school 10 24.4 23 56.1 8 19.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
69 - This school makes students feel they belong 15 36.6 20 48.8 6 14.6 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
70 - If students in this school have a problem, teachers will listen and help 20 48.8 20 48.8 1 2.4 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
71 - I usually look forward to each working day as a teacher 18 47.4 17 44.7 2 5.3 1 2.6 0 0.0 4
72 - Discipline is handled fairly in this school 14 34.1 21 51.2 3 7.3 2 4.9 1 2.4 1
73 - Collaboration with classroom teachers to integrate library and media resources and skills into classroom instruction is adequate 11 27.5 22 55.0 6 15.0 0 0.0 1 2.5 2
74 - The librarian/media specialist requests my input into the selection of resources 13 31.7 20 48.8 4 9.8 4 9.8 0 0.0 1
75 - There is adequate instruction in the use of library and media resources for classes and individual students 12 29.3 21 51.2 6 14.6 2 4.9 0 0.0 1
76 - There is systematic collaboration across subject areas in our building 14 34.1 19 46.3 5 12.2 3 7.3 0 0.0 1
77 - Individual counseling services are available to students 25 61.0 16 39.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
78 - The board establishes policies and permits administrators to implement these policies on a day to day basis 17 41.5 22 53.7 2 4.9 0 0.0 0 0.0 1
79 - The community provides enough money to adequately provide quality educational programs to children 7 16.7 18 42.9 8 19.0 7 16.7 2 4.8 0
80 - Overall, my school building is in good condition 8 19.5 22 53.7 4 9.8 4 9.8 3 7.3 1
81 - If I had a chance to choose all over again, I would still choose teaching as a career 19 46.3 16 39.0 5 12.2 1 2.4 0 0.0 1
82 - There is systematic collaboration between the academic and career education programs in our district. 10 24.4 17 41.5 14 34.1 0 0.0 0 0.0 1

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

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
APPLETON CITY R-II School District

How much homework time do you assign
your students each day
fac83 Frequency Percent
Do not assign 12 32.43
1/2 hour or less 24 64.86
1 hour 1 2.70

Frequency Missing = 5


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

 

Cycle 4 Advance Questionnaire - Certificated Faculty
Frequency Distribution Report
APPLETON CITY 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. 8 22.2 12 33.3 12 33.3 4 11.1 0 0.0 6
85 - I assess the level of prior knowledge of all students before initiating instruction. 20 55.6 13 36.1 1 2.8 2 5.6 0 0.0 6
86 - Organize students into flexible groups based on their understanding of the content and skill level. 16 44.4 12 33.3 6 16.7 2 5.6 0 0.0 6
87 - Begin instructional units by presenting students with clear learning goals. 27 71.1 10 26.3 0 0.0 1 2.6 0 0.0 4
88 - Begin instructional units by having students identify personal learning goals that fit within the learning goals presented by the teacher. 9 24.3 15 40.5 7 18.9 3 8.1 3 8.1 5
89 - Provide students with specific feedback on the extent to which they are accomplising the learning goals. 18 47.4 19 50.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 1 2.6 4
90 - Have students keep track of their own performance on the learning goals. 8 21.6 14 37.8 10 27.0 3 8.1 2 5.4 5
91 - Have students assess themselves relative to their personal learning goals after completing a unit. 5 13.9 13 36.1 10 27.8 5 13.9 3 8.3 6
92 - Make use of cooperative learning groups. 15 40.5 15 40.5 4 10.8 3 8.1 0 0.0 5
93 - Have students construct verbal or written summaries of new content. 11 29.7 11 29.7 12 32.4 3 8.1 0 0.0 5
94 - Have students represent new content in nonlinguistic ways (e.g. mental image, picture, pictograph, graphic organizer, physical model, enactment). 20 51.3 12 30.8 4 10.3 3 7.7 0 0.0 3
95 - Provide students with opportunities to practice important skills and procedures prior to assessment. 26 70.3 11 29.7 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 5
96 - I alter instructional strategies when students are having difficulty learning the material. 28 73.7 8 21.1 2 5.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 4
97 - Model or demonstrate important skills or procedures. 35 89.7 4 10.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 0 0.0 3
98 - Incorporate contextual/real life learning in the classroom. 30 81.1 6 16.2 0 0.0 1 2.7 0 0.0 5
99 - Incorporate problem solving instructional activities in the classroom. 28 73.7 8 21.1 2 5.3 0 0.0 0 0.0 4
100 - Have students revise and correct errors in their work as a way of reviewing and revising content. 21 56.8 10 27.0 4 10.8 2 5.4 0 0.0 5
101 - Have students compare and classify content. 21 55.3 9 23.7 6 15.8 2 5.3 0 0.0 4
102 - Have students construct metaphors and analogies. 7 18.9 11 29.7 12 32.4 4 10.8 3 8.1 5
103 - Provide specific feedback on the homework assigned to students. 22 59.5 10 27.0 5 13.5 0 0.0 0 0.0 5
104 - Incorporate information about careers in my instruction. 16 43.2 9 24.3 8 21.6 4 10.8 0 0.0 5

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