NEW HAVEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS School Learning Environment Survey 2010-2011 Report

Dear Members of the School Community, This report tells you what members of the school community said about the learning environment at your school. This information is designed to support a dialogue among all members of the school community on how to make the school a better place for learning. Taking the time to reflect on how well we serve children is an important step in improving our schools. Thank you to all parents, students, teachers and staff who filled out a survey this year, and to all of you who work year-round to improve student learning. Dr. Reginald Mayo, Superintendent

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Principal: School Type: Enrollment: Steven Pynn High School 320

What Does This Mean?

The information on this page is a summary of how members of the school community parents, students, teachers, and staff - rated key aspects of your school's learning environment. Green indicates high levels of satisfaction (Exemplary) while Red indicates low levels of satisfaction (Needs Improvement). Year-to year change in school performance is shown with an arrow. A green up arrow indicates improvement while a red down arrow indicates a decrease.

Above 7.0

Exemplary

6.6 to 7.0

Satisfactory

Below 6.5

Needs Improvement

How did your school perform on the survey across all participant groups (parents, students, teachers and staff)?
Satisfaction Level Overall (All Categories) Academic Expectations Collaboration Communication Engagement Safety & Respect Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Score out of 10* 7.8 7.7 8.0 7.6 7.8 7.6 Change from Last Year

What are your school's strengths and areas for improvement?

School-Based Adult

Students
Change from Last Year

Parents
Change from Last Year

Teachers
Change from Last Year

St

Staff
Change from Last Year** N/A N/A N/A N/A

Satisfaction Level

Satisfaction Level Satisfactory Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Satisfactory

Satisfaction Level Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary

Satisfaction Level Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary

Academic Expectations Collaboration Communication Engagement Safety & Respect

Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary Exemplary

N/A

*Scores calculated based on 1/3 Parent, 1/3 Student, and 1/3 School-Based Adults (combined Teacher and Staff) results **Staff survey not administered in 2009-10

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Who took the survey at your school?
Your School This Year (2010-11) Percent (%) Count (#) 300 112 33 13 Your School Last Year (2009-10) Percent (%) 102.5% 29.8% 88.1% N/A Count (#) 333 85 37 N/A % Points Difference -8.7 6.7 -19.3 N/A

S P T St

Students Parents Teachers* Staff

93.8% 36.5% 68.8% 65.0%

How do survey reponse rates at your school compare to the District overall?
Your School This Year (2010-11) Percent (%) Count (#) 300 112 33 13 District Overall (2010-11) Percent (%) 88.4% 30.8% 76.0% 45.5% Count (#) 9429 3928 1471 520 % Points Difference 5.4 5.7 -7.3 19.5

S P T St

Students Parents Teachers Staff

93.8% 36.5% 68.8% 65.0%

*The total number of teachers at individual schools increased in 2010-11 due to a change in how itinerant teachers are association at the school level.

For more information about survey methodology and other survey results, go to

http://www.nhps.net/climate

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NEW HAVEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS School Learning Environment Survey 2010-2011 Report How your School Community Answered Key Survey Questions: S
S03_b

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Percent of students who agreed or strongly agreed that: There is at least one adult in this school that knows me well. I feel safe at my school. My teacher(s) believe I am capable of learning. My teacher(s) inspire me to want to learn. I care about this school I am treated fairly in this school Overall I feel good about this school.

2010-11 83.3% 88.0% 94.0% 73.6% 83.7% 84.9% 87.0%

2009-10 85.9% 87.4% 93.7% 64.0% 84.4% 78.0% 79.6%

S03_c S06_b S06_e S03_f S11_e S11_h

P
P13_d

Percent of parents who were satisfied or very satisfied with: How well your childs school communicates with you. Percent of parents who agreed or strongly agreed that:

2010-11 90.2%

2009-10 86.2%

P02_a P01_a P09_a P15

The school has high academic expectations for my child. I feel welcome at my childs school. My child is safe at school. I would recommend this school to other parents.

89.3% 95.5% 96.4% 99.1%

92.0% 97.7% 94.3% 96.6%

T
T02_b T05_c T05_f T11_a T13

Percent of teachers who agreed or strongly agreed that: My school has high academic expectations for all students. Administrators invite teachers to play a meaningful role in setting goals and making decisions for this school. Administrators encourage collaboration among teachers to increase student learning. Order and discipline are consistently maintained at my school. I would recommend this school to friends and colleagues.

2010-11 84.8% 93.9% 84.8% 81.8% 93.9%

2009-10 69.7% 84.8% 72.7% 63.6% 78.8%

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SS02_b SS05_c SS09_a SS11

Percent of staff who agreed or strongly agreed that: My school has high academic expectations for all students. Administrators invite service and support staff to play a meaningful role in setting goals and making decisions for this school. Order and discipline are consistently maintained at my school. I would recommend this school to friends and colleagues.

2010-11 100.0% 84.6% 92.3% 100.0%

2009-10* N/A N/A N/A N/A

* Staff survey not administered in 2009-10

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Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Results: Students

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Principal: School Type: Enrollment: Steven Pynn High School 320

Academic Expectations
How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about being successful in your school? Strongly Agree 57.7% 40.0% 27.4% 40.3% 51.7% 42.3% 66.6% 47.0% 33.1% A's 26.6% Agree 37.7% 46.7% 49.2% 44.3% 35.3% 46.0% 27.4% 39.6% 40.5% B's 48.5% Neither Agree nor Disagree 4.0% 9.3% 18.4% 10.3% 11.3% 9.0% 5.0% 11.4% 20.7% C's 21.2% Disagree 0.3% 2.7% 4.0% 3.3% 1.0% 1.3% 0.3% 1.7% 3.0% D's 2.0% Strongly Disagree 0.3% 1.3% 1.0% 1.7% 0.7% 1.3% 0.7% 0.3% 2.7% Failing 1.7%

S04_a Teachers encourage me to be successful in school. S04_b I need to work hard to get good grades at my school. S04_d S04_e S04_f S04_h My school helps me develop challenging academic goals. Someone at my school helps me understand the requirements that I need to be promoted. Teachers expect me to continue my education after high school. Adults in my school encourage me to set academic goals.

S06_b My teacher(s) believe I am capable of learning. S06_d My teacher(s) are enthusiastic about the subjects they teach.

S06_e My teacher(s) inspire me to want to learn. S04_l

My grades are usually*---

Collaboration
How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about being successful in your school? Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree

S04_i

My parents, family/caregiver is informed, involved, and supportive of my success. Adults in my community are informed, involved, and invested in my future.

41.7% 24.3% Always Available 41.7% 42.0% 37.3%

39.7% 37.8% Usually Available 43.7% 39.0% 37.0%

14.3% 23.0% Sometimes Available or Unavailable 11.0% 12.7% 18.0%

3.0% 8.1% Usually Unavailable 1.7% 1.7% 3.7%

1.3% 6.8% Never Available 2.0% 4.7% 4.0%

S04_k

How available to you are teachers and other adults at your school to talk about
S05_a An academic problem you are having in class? S05_b A problem with another student or students? S05_c Something else that is bothering you?

2010-11 LES Student Survey, Question by Question Results

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S05_d An idea you have for school?

Sound 28.3% 40.7% 23.3% 5.0% 2.7%

Communication
How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about experiences you have in your school? Strongly Agree 28.7% Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree 21.3% Neither Agree nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree 1.0% Strongly Disagree

S03_g I have a voice in classroom and or school decisions.

44.3%

4.7%

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about being successful in your school?
S04_j Adults outside of school ask me at least twice a week about my homework. My school provides information about clubs, sports, and other non academic activities

Agree

Disagree

35.3%

31.0%

17.3%

8.0%

8.3%

S11_f

48.3%

38.0%

8.7%

2.0%

3.0%

Engagement
How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about experiences you have in your school? Strongly Agree 56.9% 52.7% 45.7% 13.0% 40.7% 60.3% Strongly Agree 69.6% 34.4% 42.8% 38.8% 30.7% Agree 35.8% 30.7% 37.0% 36.1% 43.0% 26.7% Agree 27.1% 40.1% 42.1% 40.1% 43.7% Neither Agree nor Disagree 4.7% 10.3% 10.3% 36.5% 13.3% 9.3% Neither Agree nor Disagree 1.7% 20.7% 12.7% 17.7% 17.0% Disagree 1.0% 5.0% 4.3% 8.0% 0.7% 2.7% Disagree 0.7% 3.3% 2.0% 2.7% 6.7% Strongly Disagree 1.7% 1.3% 2.7% 6.4% 2.3% 1.0% Strongly Disagree 1.0% 1.3% 0.3% 0.7% 2.0%

S03_a I feel welcome in my school. S03_b S03_d S03_e S03_f S03_i There is at least one adult in this school that knows me well. There are activities and programs at my school that I look forward to. My school has an active student council that makes a positive difference in the school. I care about this school. There is at least one adult in this school that I trust.

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about your teachers?
S06_a My teacher(s) come to school on a regular basis. S06_c My teacher(s) are role models. S06_f S06_g Teachers give me extra help when I need it. My teacher(s) connect what I am learning to life outside of the classroom.

S06_h My teacher(s) have control of classroom behavior.

2010-11 LES Student Survey, Question by Question Results

Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Results Approximately how often during this school year has/have your teacher(s) asked you to:
S07_a Complete an essay or project using multiple sources of information? Complete an essay or project where you had to use evidence to defend your own opinion or ideas?

Sound Never 2.7% 2.3% Once 3.7% 6.0% Twice 16.0% 18.4% 3 or 4 Times 36.0% 36.8% 5 or more Times 41.7% 36.5% 5 or more Times 54.5%

S07_b

During the past two weeks how often have you -S07_c Participated in hands-on activities such as projects, or science experiments?

Never 6.4%

Once 4.3%

Twice 14.7%

3 or 4 Times 20.1%

Safety & Respect

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about experiences you have in your school Strongly Agree 48.2% 29.0% Strongly Agree 17.4% Agree 39.8% 43.7% Agree 40.5% Agree 39.7% 42.3% 42.7% 39.3% Agree 40.7% 36.0% Rarely 38.7% Neither Agree nor Disagree 9.0% 22.7% Neither Agree nor Disagree 33.4% Neither Agree Nor Disagree 9.3% 27.0% 11.3% 30.7% Neither Agree Nor Disagree 10.8% 33.0% Some of the Time 19.3% Disagree 1.3% 4.0% Disagree 6.4% Disagree 1.7% 7.3% 1.7% 5.3% Disagree 1.0% 5.1% Often 4.0% Strongly Disagree 1.7% 0.7% Strongly Disagree 2.3% Strongly Disagree 2.0% 3.7% 1.0% 6.0% Strongly Disagree 2.0% 3.7% Almost Always 2.3%

S03_c I feel safe at my school. S03_h My opinions are respected in this school.

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about being successful in your school?
S04_c Students who get good grades in my school are respected by other students.

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the Strongly Agree following statement about respect?
S08_a Teachers in my school treat students with respect. S08_b Students at my school treat teachers with respect. S08_c Adults at my school treat each other with respect. S08_d Students at my school treat other students with respect.

47.3% 19.7% 43.3% 18.7% Strongly Agree 45.5% 22.2% Almost Never 35.7%

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about students in your school?
S09_a I feel safe to express my opinions in class. S09_b Students encourage each other.

How often are the following things true about you or about your school this year?
S10_a Students threaten other students at my school.

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S10_b Students bully other students at my school. S10_c Students get into physical fights at my school. S10_d Teachers often shout at students.

Sound 32.0% 50.0% 30.0% 52.7% 82.3% 38.9% 37.7% Strongly Agree 28.3% 24.0% 22.1% 34.8% 41.6% 32.4% 52.5% 40.0% 38.7% 38.3% 23.7% 11.0% 31.2% 9.3% 19.3% 9.0% 23.3% 12.3% 3.7% 20.8% 14.7% Neither Agree Nor Disagree 15.7% 18.0% 26.4% 14.4% 10.1% 19.7% 9.7% 5.3% 1.0% 5.7% 4.0% 0.3% 5.4% 12.0% 3.3% 1.3% 2.7% 7.3% 2.7% 3.7% 26.3% Strongly Disagree 2.7% 3.0% 3.0% 2.3% 2.3% 2.3% 2.3%

S10_e Students bring alcohol or illegal drugs to school. S10_f S10_g There is gang activity in my school. There is inappropriate physical contact or gestures among students. The school is sensitive to issues regarding race, gender, sexual orientation and disabilities.

S10_h

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about your school?
S11_a Order and discipline are consistently maintained. S11_b My school is kept clean. S11_c Students know and follow school rules. S11_d There is a person or program in my school that helps students resolve conflicts.

Agree 48.0% 46.3% 42.8% 44.5% 43.3% 41.8% 34.4%

Disagree 5.3% 8.7% 5.7% 4.0% 2.7% 3.7% 1.0%

S11_e I am treated fairly in this school. S11_g The presence and actions of school resource officers help to promote a safe and respectful.

S11_h Overall, I feel good about this school.

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Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Results: Parents/Guardians

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Principal: School Type: Enrollment: Steven Pynn High School 320

Academic Expectations
How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the overall climate Strongly Agree in your childs school? Agree 31.3% 24.1% 20.7% Agree 32.1% 36.9% Neither Agree nor Disagree 1.8% 1.8% 3.6% Neither Agree nor Disagree 6.3% 4.5% Disagree 1.8% 0.9% 1.8% Disagree 4.5% 3.6% Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0%

P01_b The quality of teaching at this school is a high priority. P01_c P01_d The school environment supports and encourages learning. The learning needs of children are a top priority at this school.

65.2% 73.2% 73.9%

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about academic Strongly Agree expectations at your childs school?
P02_a The school has high academic expectations for my child. The school clearly communicates its expectations for my childs learning to my child and me.

57.1% 55.0%

P02_b

My child is learning what he or she needs to know to P02_c succeed in later grades or after graduating from high school.

54.5%

35.7%

6.3%

3.6%

0.0%

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the Strongly Agree following statements about your childs school?
P15 I would recommend this school to other parents. 85.7%

Agree

Neither Agree nor Disagree

0.0%

Disagree

Strongly Disagree
0.0%

13.4%

0.9%

How satisfied are you with the following about Very Satisfied your childs school this year?
P11_a Project-based learning, such as, hands on, problem solving and others

Satisfied

Neither Satisfied nor Dissatisfied 3.6% 5.4% 32.1% 8.2% 8.3% 1.8% 3.6% 5.4%

Dissatisfied

Very Dissatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 4.6% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

67.9% 61.6% 27.5% 44.5% 45.9% 71.4% 60.4% 53.2%

27.7% 31.3% 24.8% 41.8% 45.9% 26.8% 27.0% 39.6%

0.9% 1.8% 11.0% 5.5% 0.0% 0.0% 9.0% 1.8%

P11_b Enrichment programs P11_c Arts programs P11_d Challenging courses P11_e Teachers training P11_f Class size P11_g Technology/media resources/classroom supplies P11_h Your child's learning needs are met

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P13_f The education your child has received P13_g Curriculum taught at your childs school P13_h Number of support staff at your childs school

Sound 59.8% 56.3% 50.9% 36.6% 40.2% 37.5% 2.7% 2.7% 8.9% 0.9% 0.9% 2.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

Collaboration
How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the overall climate Strongly Agree in your childs school? Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree
7.2%

Disagree

Strongly Disagree
0.0%

P01_e

There is at least one adult at the school that my child trusts and can go to for help with a school problem.

73.0%

18.9%

0.9%

How satisfied are you with the following about Very Satisfied your childs school this year?
P13_e Opportunities to be involved in your childs education 43.8%

Satisfied

Neither Satisfied nor Unsatisfied

12.5%

Unsatisfied

Very Unsatisfied
0.0%

41.1%

2.7%

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the leadership and Strongly Agree teacher practices in your childs school?
P14_b P14_c The school principal(s) are open to constructive feedback. My childs teacher(s) are open to constructive feedback.

Agree

Neither Agree nor Disagree 8.9% 11.6% 5.4% 8.1% 9.0%

Disagree

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9%

66.1% 57.1% 67.0% 61.3% 64.0%

24.1% 28.6% 26.8% 28.8% 26.1%

0.9% 2.7% 0.9% 1.8% 0.0%

P14_d Principal(s) are accessible. P14_e Teacher(s) are accessible. P14_f The school principal(s) consistently address and follow through on student issues.

Communication
How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about communication Strongly Agree from your childs school? Agree 48.2% 48.2% 30.4% 33.3% 29.4% Neither Agree nor Disagree 15.2% 11.6% 34.8% 25.2% 31.2% Disagree 6.3% 8.0% 0.9% 14.4% 4.6% Strongly Disagree 0.9% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 0.0%

P03_a P03_b P03_c

My childs teacher(s) give helpful comments on homework, class work, and tests. The teacher(s)/school keep me informed about my childs academic progress. The teacher(s)/school contact me when my child breaks school rules. The teacher(s)/school contact me to tell me about my childs achievements and successes. School work is provided in a timely fashion in the event of my childs absence.

29.5% 32.1% 33.9% 26.1% 34.9%

P03_d

P03_e

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Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Results Thinking about communication, how often during the school year have you:
P05_a Received information about what your child is studying in school ?

Sound Several times Once or twice Once a month a month a school year 17.9% 23.2% 38.4% Never 14.3% Don't know 6.3%

Received information on services such as: tutoring, P05_b after school programs, body shop, or health workshops you can attend to help your child? P05_c Been invited to a program, performance, or other event at your childs school?

49.5%

17.1%

15.3%

10.8%

7.2%

38.4%

26.8%

24.1% Neither Satisfied nor Dissatisfied 3.6% 4.5% 8.9%

4.5%

6.3%

4.5%

How satisfied are you with the following about Very Satisfied your childs school this year?
P13_a Your childs principal. P13_b Your childs teacher(s). P13_c The level of assistance your child receives when he or she needs extra help with class work or homework.

Satisfied

Dissatisfied

Very Dissatisfied 0.9% 0.0% 0.0%

0.0%

75.0% 61.3% 55.4%

55.4%

20.5% 32.4% 31.3%

34.8%

0.0% 1.8% 4.5%

5.4%

P13_d How well your childs school communicates with you.

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about leadership and Strongly Agree teacher practices in your childs school?
P14_a There is a clear vision at this school.

Agree 29.5%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 3.6%

Disagree 0.0%

Strongly Disagree 0.0%

67.0%

Engagement
How strongly do you agree or disagree with the Strongly Agree following statements about your childs school? Agree
18.8%

Neither Agree nor Disagree

3.6%

Disagree
0.9%

Strongly Disagree
0.0%

P01_a I feel welcome in my childs school.

76.8%

How strongly do you agree with the following statement: this school makes it easy for parents to attend meetings by:
P04_a Having meetings at different times of the day P04_b Providing an interpreter P04_c Providing childcare

Strongly Agree 19.4% 6.7% 5.6%

Agree 26.9% 7.6% 0.9%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 28.7% 30.5% 35.5%

Disagree 8.3% 1.9% 3.7%

Strongly Disagree 1.9% 0.0% 0.0%

Does Not Apply 14.8% 53.3% 54.2%

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Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Results How strongly do you agree with the following statements about student engagement in your childs school?
P06_a My childs school offers a wide variety of courses and activities before school and after school. Students at my child's school are interested in learning new things.

Sound Strongly Agree 60.7% 55.9% 49.1% Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree 5.4% 3.6% 8.9% Disagree Strongly Disagree 0.9% 0.0% 0.0% Don't know

31.3% 35.1% 34.8%

0.9% 0.0% 0.9%

0.9% 5.4% 6.3% Never 7.4% 26.9%

P06_b

P06_c My childs teacher(s) inspire a love of learning.

How often do you participate in the following at your childs school?

P12_a Attending meetings /conferences P12_b Volunteering

Several times Twice a school Once a school Once a month a month year year 2.8% 2.9% 37.0% 8.7% 47.2% 30.8% 5.6% 30.8%

Safety & Respect-School

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the Strongly Agree following statements about your childs school? Agree 32.1% 40.2%
38.4%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 2.7% 6.3%

2.7%

Disagree 0.0% 0.0%

0.0%

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0%

0.0%

P07_a Adults at this school treat students with respect. P07_b Students at this school treat teachers with respect. P07_c Parents at this school treat teachers with respect.

65.2% 53.6%
58.9%

How strongly do you agree or disagree that at this school, parents are treated with respect by:
P08_a The security staff P08_b The office staff The support staff ( guidance counselors, social worker, P08_c etc.) P08_d The teachers P08_e The principal or assistant principal P08_f The students

Strongly Agree 58.6% 67.0% 56.3% 66.1% 68.8%

56.3%

Agree 26.1% 29.5% 28.6% 29.5% 25.9%

35.7%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 15.3% 2.7% 14.3% 4.5% 5.4%

8.0%

Disagree 0.0% 0.9% 0.9% 0.0% 0.0%

0.0%

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

0.0%

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the safety of your Strongly Agree childs school?
P09_a My child is safe at school. P09_b My childs school is clean. P09_c Discipline is enforced fairly at my childs school P09_d Order and discipline are consistently maintained at this school

Agree 33.0% 42.0% 34.8% 40.5%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 2.7% 3.6% 7.1% 4.5%

Disagree 0.9% 1.8% 0.9% 0.0%

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 1.8% 0.9%

63.4% 52.7% 55.4% 54.1%

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Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Results

P09_e The school is sensitive to issues regarding race, gender, sexual orientation and disabilities. There is a person or a program in my school that helps students resolve conflicts.

Sound 63.1% 49.5% 27.9% 32.4% Rarely 37.3% 35.8% 17.8% 8.3% 16.7% 13.9% 24.1% 22.9% 8.1% 17.1% Some of the Time 10.0% 11.9% 1.9% 0.9% 3.7% 1.9% 12.0% 11.9% 0.9% 0.9% Often 0.9% 1.8% 0.0% 0.9% 0.9% 0.0% 0.9% 5.5% 0.0% 0.0% Almost Always 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.9% 0.9%

P09_f

How strongly do you agree or disagree that the Almost Never following are problems at your child's school?
P10_a Students threaten other students. P10_b Students bully other students. P10_c There is racial or cultural bias by school staff. P10_d There is gang activity in my childs school. P10_e Crime is a problem at this school. P10_f

51.8% 50.5% 80.4% 89.8% 78.7% 84.3% 62.0% 58.7%

Violence is a problem at this school.

P10_g Students use alcohol or illegal drugs during school. P10_h There is inappropriate physical contact or gestures among students.

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Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Results: Teachers

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Principal: School Type: Enrollment: Steven Pynn High School 320

Academic Expectations
How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the overall climate in your school? Strongly Agree 24.2% 45.5%
75.8%

Agree 60.6% 54.5%

24.2%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 9.1% 0.0%

0.0%

Disagree 6.1% 0.0%

0.0%

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0%

0.0%

T02_b

My school has high academic expectations for all students.

T02_c The quality of teaching at this school is a high priority. T02_e The learning needs of children are a top priority at this school.

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about instructional practice in your school?
T03_a T03_b T03_c Teachers in this school set high standards for student academic work in their classes. My school has clear measures of progress for student learning throughout the year. Teachers in this school use student data to improve instructional decisions. Curriculum, instruction, and assessment are aligned within and across the grade levels at this school. Functional modern instructional technology is readily available for my use. My instructional materials are in good condition.

Strongly Agree 24.2% 33.3% 30.3% 21.2% 9.1% 18.2% 21.2% 33.3% 36.4% 66.7%

Agree 54.5% 51.5% 42.4% 51.5% 39.4% 54.5% 51.5% 54.5% 51.5% 27.3%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 15.2% 9.1% 24.2% 21.2% 15.2% 12.1% 9.1% 9.1% 12.1% 6.1%

Disagree 6.1% 6.1% 3.0% 6.1% 27.3% 12.1% 12.1% 3.0% 0.0% 0.0%

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 9.1% 3.0% 6.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

T03_d

T03_e T03_f

T03_g I have the materials I need to teach my classes. T03_h This school makes it a priority to help students develop challenging learning goals. This school makes it a priority to help students find the best ways to achieve their learning. I would recommend this school to friends and colleagues.

T03_i

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Collaboration and Support

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about leadership practices in your school? Strongly Agree 60.6% 42.4% 54.5% 15.2% 21.2% 42.4% 36.4% Agree 36.4% 42.4% 39.4% 54.5% 42.4% 42.4% 45.5% Neither Agree nor Disagree 3.0% 12.1% 6.1% 12.1% 15.2% 12.1% 15.2% Disagree 0.0% 3.0% 0.0% 15.2% 18.2% 3.0% 3.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 3.0% 3.0% 0.0% 0.0%

T05_a T05_b

The administrative team has confidence in the expertise of the teachers. Administrators let staff know what is expected of them.

Administrators invite teachers to play a meaningful T05_c role in setting goals and making decisions for this school. T05_d T05_e T05_f The administrative team visits classrooms to observe the quality of teaching at this school. Administrators give me regular and helpful feedback about my teaching. Administrators encourage collaboration among teachers to increase student learning.

School administrators conduct supervision and T05_g performance evaluations constructively and respectfully. T05_h The school administration provides for effective communication and positive relationships. The school administration works cooperatively with parents. The school administration works cooperatively with students. The school administration works cooperatively with the community. The principal makes the school run smoothly. School administrators are open to constructive feedback. School administrators encourage career development and growth for staff.

33.3% 48.5% 51.5% 42.4% 36.4% 27.3% 53.1%

48.5%

54.5% 42.4% 42.4% 36.4% 54.5% 48.5% 37.5%

33.3%

12.1% 9.1% 6.1% 18.2% 9.1% 21.2% 9.4%

12.1%

0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 3.0% 0.0% 3.0% 0.0%

6.1%

0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

0.0%

T05_i T05_j T05_k T05_l T05_m T05_n

T05_o I trust the principal.

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the support you receive in your school?
T06_a I feel supported by my principal. T06_b I feel supported by my assistant principal(s). T06_c I feel supported by other teachers at my school.

Strongly Agree 48.5% 51.5% 48.5%

Agree 36.4% 39.4% 42.4%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 12.1% 9.1% 9.1%

Disagree 3.0% 0.0% 0.0%

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

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Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Results How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the professional community in your school?
T07_a Teachers in my school work together to improve their instructional practice.

Sound Strongly Agree 27.3% 24.2% 24.2% 24.2% 30.3% 18.2% 42.4% 42.4% 36.4% 51.5% Agree 60.6% 36.4% 54.5% 33.3% 18.2% 24.2% 57.6% 48.5% 48.5% 42.4% Neither Agree nor Disagree 9.1% 21.2% 18.2% 30.3% 48.5% 54.5% 0.0% 0.0% 6.1% 3.0% Disagree 3.0% 15.2% 3.0% 12.1% 3.0% 3.0% 0.0% 6.1% 6.1% 3.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% 3.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 3.0% 3.0% 0.0%

The professional development I received this year T07_b provided me with teaching strategies to better meet the needs of my students. T07_c I have adequate access to my classroom prior to start of the school year. New teachers receive the support and professional development they need to be successful.

T07_d

T07_e External consultants treat me with respect. T07_f External consultants provide constructive feedback and help to improve instruction.

T07_g In this school teachers learn from each other. T07_h T07_i T07_j Interaction among teachers in this school is constructive and professional. Teachers in this school trust each other. I am professionally respected and supported by the school leadership team.

Communication
How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the overall climate in your school? Strongly Agree
60.6%

Agree
36.4%

Neither Agree nor Disagree

3.0%

Disagree
0.0%

Strongly Disagree
0.0%

T02_a There is a clear vision for this school.

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the professional community in your school?
T02_d In my school there is open and honest communication on important school issues.

Strongly Agree
57.6%

Agree

Neither Agree nor Disagree

6.1%

Disagree

Strongly Disagree
0.0%

30.3%

6.1%

Thinking about communication, how often during this school year have you:
T08_a Received information from a parent that could impact a student's learning? Been able to have a conversation with a parent when necessary? Communicated with students about their progress in class? Communicated with parents about their children's progress in class? Sent home information on how parents can help students learn at home?

Very Often 21.2% 30.3% 60.6% 15.2% 9.1%

Often 60.6% 63.6% 39.4% 66.7% 39.4%

Rarely 18.2% 6.1% 0.0% 18.2% 45.5%

Never 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 6.1%

T08_b

T08_c T08_d T08_e

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T08_f Sent parents written information on what you are teaching and what students are expected to learn?

Sound 15.2% 51.5% 27.3% 6.1%

Engagement
How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the engagement of parents in your school? Strongly Agree Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree Disagree Strongly Disagree

Teachers and administrators in my school use T09_a information from parents to improve instructional practices and meet student learning needs. T09_b My school communicates effectively with parents when students misbehave. Parents at my school are given the opportunity to become involved in classroom and school.

24.2%

60.6%

12.1%

3.0%

0.0%

33.3%
39.4%

36.4%
42.4%

30.3%
12.1%

0.0%
6.1%

0.0%
0.0%

T09_c

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about student engagement in your school?
T04_a T04_b My school offers a variety of activities to keep students engaged. My school offers a variety of courses to keep students engaged.

Strongly Agree 63.6% 42.4% 36.4% 39.4%

42.4%

Agree 36.4% 45.5% 48.5% 45.5%

54.5%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 0.0% 3.0% 12.1% 15.2%

3.0%

Disagree 0.0% 9.1% 3.0% 0.0%

0.0%

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

0.0%

T04_c Students are engaged in their classes. T04_d Students at my school are interested in learning new things.

T04_e My school inspires a love of learning.

T_10

This year, what percentage of your students had at least one parent-teacher conference?*

0% - 25% 21.2%

26% - 50% 15.2%

51% - 75% 33.3%

75% - 100% 24.2%

Does Not Apply 6.1%

Safety & Respect

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the overall climate in your school? Strongly Agree
48.5%

Agree

Neither Agree nor Disagree

6.1%

Disagree

Strongly Disagree
0.0%

T02_f

The school environment is conducive to learning.

45.5%

0.0%

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about you and your school?
T11_a Order and discipline are consistently maintained. I can get the help I need at my school to address student behavior and discipline problems.

Strongly Agree 21.2% 27.3%

Agree 60.6% 54.5%

Neither Agree nor Disagree 12.1% 9.1%

Disagree 6.1% 9.1%

Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0%

T11_b

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T11_c I feel safe at my school. T11_d Adults at my school treat students with respect. T11_e Students at my school treat teachers with respect. T11_f T11_g Parents treat teachers at this school with respect.

Sound 63.6% 60.6% 39.4% 42.4% 42.4% 39.4% 33.3%

51.5%

30.3% 36.4% 51.5% 48.5% 51.5% 45.5% 45.5%

45.5%

6.1% 3.0% 6.1% 6.1% 3.0% 9.1% 18.2%

3.0%

0.0% 0.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0%

0.0%

0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 3.0% 0.0%

0.0%

T11_h My school is kept clean. T11_i

There is a person or a program in my school that helps students resolve conflicts.

The presence and actions of school resource officers help to promote a safe and school is sensitive to issues The respectful learning environment. T11_j regarding race, gender, sexual orientation, and disabilities. How strongly do you agree or disagree that the following are problems at your school?
T12_a Students are often threatened at my school. T12_b Students are often bullied at my school. T12_c Gang activity is a problem in my school T12_d Crime is a problem at my school. T12_e Violence is a problem at my school T12_f

Almost Never 60.6% 33.3% 90.9% 39.4% 75.8% 33.3%

Rarely 33.3% 54.5% 9.1% 57.6% 21.2% 42.4%

Some of the Time 6.1% 12.1% 0.0% 3.0% 3.0% 24.2%

Often 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

Almost Always 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

Students use of alcohol and illegal drugs in school is a problem at my school.

There is inappropriate physical contact and gestures among students at my school.

T12_g

27.3%

33.3%

30.3%

9.1%

0.0%

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Your School's Question-by-Question Survey Principal: Steven Pynn Results: School Type: High School Staff
Enrollment: 320

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Academic Expectations
How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the overall climate in your school? Strongly Agree 69.2% 61.5% 76.9% 76.9% Strongly Agree Agree 30.8% 23.1% 23.1% 23.1% Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% Neither Agree nor Disagree 7.7% Neither Agree nor Disagree 0.0% Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Disagree Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Strongly Disagree Don't Know 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% Don't Know

SS02_b

My school has high academic expectations for all students.

SS02_c The quality of teaching at this school is a high priority. SS02_d SS02_e The learning needs of children are a top priority at this school. The school environment supports and encourages learning.

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about instructional practice in your school?
SS03

Teachers and administrators celebrate learning success at this school.

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statement?

53.8% Strongly Agree 91.7%

38.5% Agree 8.3%

0.0% Disagree 0.0%

0.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0%

0.0% Don't Know 0.0%

SS11

I would recommend this school to friends and colleagues.

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Collaboration and Support

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about leadership practices in your school? Strongly Agree 61.5% 53.8% 46.2% 23.1% 30.8% Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree 0.0% 7.7% 15.4% 30.8% 15.4% Disagree Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Don't Know

SS05_a SS05_b

The administrative team has confidence in the expertise of the staff. Administrators let service and support staff know what is expected of them.

38.5% 38.5% 38.5% 23.1% 46.2%

0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 23.1% 7.7%

Administrators invite service and support staff to play SS05_c a meaningful role in setting goals and making decisions for this school. SS05_d Administrators give me regular and helpful feedback about my teaching.

School administrators conduct supervision and SS05_e performance evaluations constructively and respectfully.

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SS05_f The school administration provides for effective communication and positive relationships. The school administration works cooperatively with parents. The school administration works cooperatively with students. The school administration works cooperatively with the community.

Sound 53.8% 69.2% 69.2% 61.5% 69.2% 53.8% Strongly Agree 53.8% Strongly Agree 38.5% 38.5% 23.1% 46.2% 38.5% 23.1% 23.1% 38.5% 30.8% 38.5% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Neither Agree nor Disagree 15.4% Neither Agree nor Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 23.1% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 7.7% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 7.7%

SS05_g SS05_h SS05_i

SS05_j The principal ensures the school runs smoothly. SS05_k School administrators encourage career development and growth for staff.

How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the support you receive in your school?
SS06

Agree

Disagree

Don't Know

I feel supported by staff at my school. How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the professional community in your school?

30.8%

0.0%

0.0%

Agree 53.8% 46.2% 53.8% 46.2%

Disagree 7.7% 7.7% 0.0% 7.7%

Don't Know 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0%

SS07_a In this school staff learn from each other. SS07_b Interaction among teachers in this school is constructive and professional.

SS07_c Staff in this school trust each other. SS07_d I am professionally respected and supported by the school leadership team.

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Communication
How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about the overall climate in your school? Strongly Agree 76.9% Strongly Agree 46.2% Agree 23.1% Neither Agree nor Disagree 0.0% Neither Agree nor Disagree 7.7% Disagree 0.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% Don't Know 0.0%

SS02_a There is a clear vision for this school.

Based on your experiences during the current school year, how much do you agree or disagree with the following statements the engagement of parents in your school?
SS08_a My school communicates effectively with parents when students misbehave. Parents at my school are given the opportunity to become involved in classroom and school functions.

Agree

Disagree

Don't Know

23.1%

0.0%

23.1%

SS08_b

23.1%

53.8%

0.0%

0.0%

0.0%

23.1%

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Engagement
How much do you agree or disagree with the following statements about student engagement in your school? Strongly Agree 76.9% 33.3% 33.3% 58.3% 58.3% Agree Neither Agree nor Disagree Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 8.3% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Don't Know

SS04_a SS04_b

My school offers a variety of activities to keep students engaged. My school offers a variety of courses to keep students engaged.

23.1% 66.7% 66.7% 33.3% 33.3%

0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 8.3% 0.0%

SS04_c Students are engaged in their classes. SS04_d Students at my school are interested in learning new things.

SS04_e My school inspires a love of learning.

St

Safety & Respect

How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statements about you and your school? Strongly Agree 53.8% 53.8% 76.9% 46.2% 53.8% 46.2% Agree 38.5% 23.1% 15.4% 53.8% 46.2% 53.8% Neither Agree nor Disagree 0.0% 15.4% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Disagree 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Strongly Disagree 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Don't Know 0.0% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0%

SS09_a

Order and discipline are consistently maintained at my school. I can get the help I need at my school to address student behavior and discipline problems.

SS09_b

SS09_c I feel safe at my school. SS09_d Parents treat staff at this school with respect. SS09_e Adults at my school treat students with respect. SS09_f Students at my school treat staff with respect.

The presence and actions of school resource

SS09_g officers help to promote a safe and respectful

41.7%

33.3%

0.0%

16.7%

0.0%

8.3%

learning environment. There is a person or a program in my school that helps students resolve conflicts. The school is sensitive to issues regarding race, gender, sexual orientation, and disabilities. How strongly do you agree or disagree that the following are problems at your school?
SS10_a Students in my school are often threatened.

SS09_h

38.5%

53.8%

7.7%

0.0%

0.0%

0.0%

SS09_i

53.8% Almost Never 41.7%

38.5%

0.0%

7.7% Some of the Time

0.0%

0.0%

Rarely 33.3% 0.0%

Often 0.0%

Don't Know 25.0%

0.0%

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SS10_b Students in my school are often bullied

Sound 30.8% 53.8% 92.3% 69.2% 76.9% 23.1% 61.5% 46.2% 23.1% 7.7% 30.8% 23.1% 0.0% 23.1% 7.7% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 7.7% 7.7% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 69.2% 0.0% 15.4% 15.4% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 7.7%

SS10_c

Students use of alcohol and illegal drugs in school is a problem at my school.

SS10_d Gang activity is a problem in my school. SS10_e Crime is a problem at my school. SS10_f Violence is a problem at my school SS10_g My school is kept clean. SS10_h There is inappropriate physical contact and gestures among students at my school.

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