Conclusions

Student achievement increases substantially in schools with collaborative work cultures fostering a professional learning community among teachers and others, focus continuously on improving instructional practice in light of student performance data, and link to standards and staff development support (Valentine, 2006). Therefore, instructional leaders, both formal and informal, help shape the nature of school culture and thus the nature of school improvement.

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*Special Interest Groups

There are populations in every area that have unique educational needs that you may be able to serve. Learning of their needs and connecting with them will enhance your school’s reputation and will broaden the outreach and influence of the school.

Examples:

• Homeschooling Families. Seek ways to connect with home schooling families. Consider offering the homeschoolers in your community the opportunity to take scheduled standardized testing at your school. Some schools offer extended opportunities such as field trips, music, art, foreign language, and physical education classes. Check with your Local Conference Office of Education about guidelines and insurance regulations.

• Town Events/Facilities. Request permission to place professional quality posters and/or school brochures at local attractions (i.e., Laundromats, museums, sports facilities, preschools, libraries). These will acquaint families with your school. Posters may invite families to register and/or attend a School Visitor’s Day or Open House.

Digital Storytelling

Interactive Notebooks

Service Learning

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