Curriculum

I just got back from Austin tonight. I was there for Margaret Kilgo training because our district is considering implementing her curriculum. She was very impressive and had really useful information. Have any of you used her curriculum ideas or attended her training?

S - 22
C - 51
I - 15

I think that my greatest strengths lie in Domain I. Ethics, team building and advocacy for students are elements in this domain that I feel are personnel strengths.

Domain II contains elements that I find to be weaknesses for me. Elements such as curriculum planning, implementation, and assessment are items that I have experienced on the campus level but not on a district wide basis.

Superintendent SBEC self assessment
SBEC Superintendent CompetenciesSelf-AssessmentDirections: For each criteria, enter S, C, or IKey to scoring: S = I consider this a strength, I could lead in this activity.C= I feel competent in this area of knowledge and skillI = This is an area on which I would like to focus and improve my knowledge and skill

Domain I—Leadership of the Educational Community
Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to act with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical mannerin order to promote the success of all students.
_S____serve as an advocate for all children.
_S____model and promote the highest standard of conduct, ethical principles, and integrity in decision making, actions, and behaviors.
_S____ implement policies and procedures that promote district personnel compliance with The Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
_S____apply knowledge of ethical issues affecting education.
_S____apply laws, policies, and procedures in a fair and reasonable manner.
_S____ interact with district staff and students in a professional manner.

Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to shape district culture by facilitating thedevelopment, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision oflearning that is shared and supported by the educational community.
_C____ establish and support a district culture that promotes learning, high expectations, and academic rigor for self, students, and staff.
_C____ facilitate the development and implementation of a shared vision that focuses on teaching and learning and ensures the success of all students.
_I____ implement strategies for involving all stakeholders in planning processes and for facilitating planning between constituencies.
_I____ use formal and informal techniques to monitor and assess district/school climate for effective, responsive decision making.
_C____ institute procedures for monitoring the accomplishment of district goals and objectives to achieve the district's vision.
_I____ facilitate the development, use, and allocation of all available resources, including human resources, to support implementation of the district's vision and goals.
_C____ recognize and celebrate contributions of staff and community toward realization of the district's vision.
_C____ maintain awareness of emerging issues and trends affecting public education and communicate their significance to the local educational community.
_C____ encourage and model innovative thinking and risk taking and view problems as learning opportunities.
_C____ promote multicultural awareness, gender sensitivity, and the appreciation of diversity in the educational community.

Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to communicate and collaborate with families andcommunity members, respond to diverse community interests and needs, andmobilize community resources to ensure educational success for all students.
_C____ serve as an articulate spokesperson for the importance of public education in a free democratic society.
_I____ develop and implement an effective and comprehensive internal and external district communications plan and public relations program.
_I____ analyze community and district structures and identify major opinion leaders and their relationships to district goals and programs.
_C____ establish partnerships with families, area businesses, institutions of higher education, and community groups to strengthen programs and support district goals.
_C____ implement effective strategies for systematically communicating with and gathering input from all stakeholders in the district.
_I____ communicate and work effectively with diverse social, cultural, ethnic, and racial groups in the district and community so that all students receive appropriate resources and instructional support to ensure educational success.
_I____ develop and use formal and informal techniques to gain an accurate view of the perceptions of district staff, families, and community members.
_C____ use effective consensus-building and conflict-management skills.
_C____ articulate the district's vision and priorities to the community and to the media.
_C____ influence the media by using proactive communication strategies that serve to enhance and promote the district's vision.
_C____ communicate effectively about positions on educational issues.
_C____ use effective and forceful writing, speaking, and active listening skills.

Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to respond to and influence the larger political, social,economic, legal, and cultural context, including working with the board of trustees, toachieve the district's educational vision.
_I____ analyze and respond to political, social, economic, and cultural factors affecting students and education.
_C____ provide leadership in defining superintendent-board roles and establishing mutual expectations.
_S____ communicate and work effectively with board members in varied contexts, including problem-solving and decision-making contexts.
_S____ work with the board of trustees to define mutual expectations, policies, and standards.
_I____ access and work with local, state, and national political systems and organizations to elicit input on critical educational issues.
_C____ use legal guidelines to protect the rights of students and staff and to improve learning opportunities.
_C____ prepare and recommend district policies to improve student learning and district performance in compliance with state and federal requirements

DOMAIN II—INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP
Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to facilitate the planning and implementation of strategic plans that enhance teaching and learning; ensure alignment among curriculum, curriculum resources, and assessment; and promote the use of variedassessments to measure student performance.
_C____ facilitate effective curricular decision making based on an understanding of pedagogy, curriculum design, cognitive development, learning processes, and child and adolescent growth and development.
_C____ implement planning procedures to develop curricula that achieve optimal student learning and that anticipate and respond to occupational and
economic trends.
_C____ implement core curriculum design and delivery systems to ensure instructional quality and continuity across the district.
_C____ develop and implement collaborative processes for systematically assessing and renewing the curriculum to meet the needs of all students and ensure appropriate scope, sequence, content, and alignment.
_C____ use assessment to measure student learning and diagnose student needs to ensure educational accountability.
_C____ evaluate district curricula and provide direction for improving curricula based on sound, research-based practices.
_C____ integrate the use of technology, telecommunications, and information systems into the school district curriculum to enhance learning for all students.
_C____ facilitate the use of creative thinking, critical thinking, and problem solving by staff and other school district stakeholders involved in curriculum design and delivery.
_S____ facilitate the effective coordination of district and campus curricular and extracurricular programs.

Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to advocate, nurture, and sustain an instructional program and a district culture that are conducive to student learning and staff professional growth.
_S____ apply knowledge of motivational theories to create conditions that encourage staff, students, families/caregivers, and the community to strive to achieve the district's vision.
_S____ facilitate the implementation of sound, research-based theories and techniques of classroom management, student discipline, and school safety to ensure a school district environment conducive to learning.
_C____ facilitate the development of a learning organization that encourages educational excellence, supports instructional improvement, and incorporates best practice.
_C____ facilitate the ongoing study of current best practice and relevant research and encourage the application of this knowledge to district/school improvement initiatives.
_I____ plan and manage student services and activity programs to address developmental, scholastic, social, emotional, cultural, physical, and leadership needs.
_I____ establish a comprehensive school district program of student assessment, interpretation of data, and reporting of state and national data results.
_I____ apply knowledge of special programs to ensure that students with special needs are provided with appropriate resources and effective, flexible instructional programs and services.
_C____ analyze instructional resource needs and deploy instructional resources effectively and equitably to enhance student learning.
_S____ analyze the implications of various organizational factors (e.g., staffing patterns, class scheduling formats, school organizational structures, student discipline practices) for teaching and learning.
_C____ develop, implement, and evaluate change processes to improve student and adult learning and the climate for learning.
_C____ ensure responsiveness to diverse sociological, linguistic, cultural, psychological, and other factors that may affect student development and learning and create an environment in which all students can learn.

Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to implement a staff evaluation and development system to improve the performance of all staff members and select appropriate models for supervision and staff development.
_C____ enhance teaching and learning by participating in quality professional development activities and studying current professional literature and research.
_C____ develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive professional development plan to address identified areas of district, campus, and/or staff need.
_I____ facilitate the application of adult learning principles to all professional development activities, including the use of support and follow-up strategies to facilitate implementation.
_C____ implement strategies to enhance professional capabilities at the district and campus level.
_C____ work collaboratively with other district personnel to plan, implement, and evaluate professional growth programs.
_C____ deliver effective presentations and facilitate learning for both small and large groups.
_S____ implement effective strategies for the recruitment, selection, induction, development, evaluation, and promotion of staff.
_C____ develop and implement comprehensive staff evaluation models that include both formative and summative assessment and appraisal strategies.
_S___ diagnose organizational health and morale and implement strategies and programs to provide ongoing assistance and support to personnel

DOMAIN III—ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIPCompetency Area:The superintendent knows how to apply principles of effective leadership and management in relation to district budgeting, personnel, resource utilization, financial management, and technology use.
_S____ apply procedures for effective budget planning and management.
_C____ work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop district budgets.
_C____ facilitate effective account auditing and monitoring.
_C____ establish district procedures for accurate and effective purchasing and financial record keeping and reporting.
_C____ acquire, allocate, and manage resources according to district vision and priorities, including obtaining and using funding from various sources.
_C____ use district and staff evaluation data for personnel policy development and decision making.
_S____ apply knowledge of certification requirements and standards.
_S____ apply knowledge of legal requirements associated with personnel management, including requirements relating to recruiting, screening, selecting, evaluating, disciplining, reassigning, and dismissing personnel.
_S____ manage one's own time and the time of others to maximize attainment of district goals.
_C____ develop and implement plans for using technology and information systems to enhance school district operations.
_S____ apply pertinent legal concepts, regulations, and codes.

Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to apply principles of leadership and managementto the district's physical plant and support systems to ensure a safe and effectivelearning environment.
_C____ apply procedures for planning, funding, renovating, and/or constructing school facilities.
_C____ implement strategies that enable the district's physical plant, equipment, and support systems to operate safely, efficiently, and effectively.
_C____ apply strategies for ensuring the safety of students and personnel and for addressing emergencies and security concerns.
_C____ develop and implement procedures for crisis planning and for responding to crises.
_C___ apply procedures for ensuring the effective operation and maintenance of district facilities.
_I____ implement appropriate, effective procedures in relation to district transportation services, food services, health services, and other services.
_C____ apply pertinent legal concepts, regulations, and codes.

Competency Area:The superintendent knows how to apply organizational, decision-making, andproblem-solving skills to facilitate positive change in varied contexts.
_S____ implement appropriate management techniques and group process skills to define roles, assign functions, delegate effectively, and determine accountability for goal attainment.
_C____ implement processes for gathering, analyzing, and using data for informed decision making.
_S____ frame, analyze, and resolve problems using appropriate problem-solving techniques and decision-making skills.
_S____ use strategies for working with others, including the board of trustees, to promote collaborative decision making and problem solving, facilitate team building, and develop consensus.
_C____ encourage and facilitate positive change, enlist support for change, and overcome obstacles to change in varied educational contexts.
_C____ apply skills for monitoring and evaluating change and making needed adjustments to achieve goals.
_I____ analyze and manage internal and external political systems to benefit the educational organization.