Standard 2

To achieve Standard 2, an educational leader must promote the school culture and instructional program

• 2.1 Create an accountability system of teaching and learning based on student learning standards.

• 2.2 Utilize multiple assessment measures to evaluate student learning to drive an ongoing process of inquiry focused on improving the learning of all students and all subgroups of students.

• 2.3 Shape a culture where high expectations for all students and for all subgroups of students is the core purpose.

• 2.4 Guide and support the long-term professional development of all staff consistent with the ongoing effort to improve the learning of all students relative to the content standards.

• 2.5 Promote equity, fairness, and respect among all members of the school community.

• 2.6 Provide opportunities for all members of the school community to develop and use skills in collaboration, leadership, and shared responsibility.

• 2.7 Facilitate the use of appropriate learning materials and learning strategies which include the following: students as active learners, a variety of appropriate materials and strategies, the use of reflection and inquiry, an emphasis on quality vs. quantity, and appropriate and effective technology.