Two things! The Superintendent Quality Survey link and content is below. ALSO, forums have been scheduled for next week! Please participate and share this, asking others to join in as well!

Forums

Tuesday, February 21st:

Alameda Jr./Sr. High Auditorium, 7pm – 8pm
Dakota Ridge High School Library, 7pm – 8pm

Wednesday, February 22nd:

Warren Tech Founders Room, 9:30am – 10:30am
Arvada West High School Library, 7pm – 8pm
Evergreen High School Library, 7pm – 8pm

Survey

This survey will be available until 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 23, 2017.

INSTRUCTIONS: Please read each of the following 33 qualities and mark 10 characteristics you believe are most important to your organization in the selection of a candidate. You do not need to prioritize your selection; simply place a check mark next to the characteristics which you feel are most important.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY 10

1. Is willing to listen to input, but is a decision maker.

2. Demonstrates ability to integrate instructional and administrative technology.

3. Possesses the leadership skills required to respond to the challenges presented by an ethnically and culturally diverse community.

4. Is able to work with legislators on key topics and can lead an organization throughout the legislative process.

5. Possesses an earned Ed.D. or Ph.D. degree.

6. Inspires trust, has high levels of self-confidence and optimism, and models high standards of integrity and personal performance.

7. Is a strong communicator; speaking, listening and writing.

8. Demonstrates a commitment to community visibility with high interest in a broad range of community groups and organizations.

9. Is able to work cooperatively with the board and keeps members informed.

10. Has successful experience in sound management practices, including appropriate participation of others in planning and decision-making.

11. Is able to build consensus and commitment among individuals and groups with emphasis on parental involvement.

12. Has experience dealing with employee representative groups/unions.

13. Is able to delegate authority appropriately while maintaining accountability.

14. Has experience in the management of district resources and knowledge of sound fiscal procedures.

15. Possesses excellent people skills and can present a positive image of the district.

16. Is a non-traditional or “hybrid candidate” with background in the military or business community in addition to an educational career.

17. Is strongly committed to a “student first” philosophy in all decisions.

18. Is capable of developing both short and long-range district goals.

19. Can develop and communicate a vision of quality education for the future to the board, staff and community.

20. Has experience in the selection and implementation of educational priorities consistent with the interests and needs of students, staff, board and community.

21. Is committed to the importance of both the academic and activity programs.

22. Promotes positive student behavior conducive to a healthy learning environment.

23. Provides leadership in the planning, implementation and assessment of relevant professional development for all staff members.

24. Has demonstrated strong leadership skills in previous positions.

25. Is able to identify and select building and central office administrators who are capable of advancing the district vision.

26. Has work experience in a similar district.

27. Is comfortable leading innovation and reform efforts.

28. Is able to lead a large organization dedicated to goals of continuous improvement.

29. Has the ability to develop and maintain a mutually beneficial relationship between the business community and the school district.

30. Possesses ability to enhance student performance, especially in identifying and closing or narrowing the gaps in student achievement.

31. Demonstrates ability to work with the media.

32. Makes recommendations and decisions that are data-driven.

33. Has knowledge of emerging research and best practice in the area of curriculum/instructional design and practice.

Here’s the link to complete the survey – please participate!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JRH7N3T

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Supt Survey and Forums

Two things! The Superintendent Quality Survey link and content is below. ALSO, forums have been scheduled for next week! Please participate and share this, asking others to join in as well!

Forums

Survey

This survey will be available until 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 23, 2017.

Here’s the link to complete the survey – please participate!

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