AdvancEd Accreditation 2017-2018 Surveys

1. AdvancEd Accreditation2017-2018 Surveys Parents, Students & Faculty

2. Student Data

3. Catholic Identity Defining Characteristics StudentsHighest Scoring Items • C5: Symbols of the Catholic faith are displayed throughout our school • 4.04 • C7: In addition to academics and faith formation, our school offers experiences in the arts, athletics, and other extracurricular and service opportunities that contribute to the education of the whole person. • 3.97 • C4: Our school makes Jesus and the teachings of the Catholic Church known to all students. • 3.94 • C2: Our school is a community that prays together. • 3.89 • C17: Our school operates with the expressed approval and support of our Bishop. • 3.81

4. Catholic Identity Defining Characteristics StudentsLowest Scoring Items • C15: Everyone connected with our school works together, respecting each other’s gifts, for the sake of building a strong, faith-filled learning community. • 3.55 • C8: Our school supports the social, emotional and spiritual growth of every student. • 3.59 • C14: The adults in our school show that they are partners with our parents/guardians in our Catholic education. • 3.59 • C16: Our school does everything it can to eliminate obstacles that hinder or exclude students form receiving a Catholic education. • 3.60 • C11: Our school instills in students the responsibility to promote Gospel values and social justice in the world. • 3.60

5. Catholic Identity Program Effectiveness StudentsHighest Scoring Items • C4: Our school provides an academically rigorous Catholic religion program, taught by qualified teachers. • 3.83 • C6: Our school provides opportunities outside the classroom for student faith formation, and participation in retreats, prayer, mass, sacraments, and other spiritual experiences. • 3.77 • C3: Our school mission clearly expresses a commitment to Catholic identity. • 3.75 • C18: Our school has a challenging curriculum infused with Gospel values, preparing students for college, work, and life. • 3.69 • C29: Our school provides programs and services that help students successfully complete the school program (for example, guidance and resource programs). • 3.69

6. Catholic Identity Program Effectiveness StudentsLowest Scoring Items • C2: Everything we do in our school is guided and directed by our mission. • 3.33 • C23: At our school, teachers work together to help each other become better teachers. • 3.39 • C22: At our school, teachers use different teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of all students. • 3.42 • C11: Our school provides opportunities for adult members of the school community to participate in service activities for social justice. • 3.43 • C13: Every adult in the school supports the faith life of the school community. • 3.43 • C21: Teachers use effective instruction to deliver the curriculum. • 3.43

7. Climate & Culture Student SurveyHighest Scoring Items • C4: Which four words best describe, in general, what you think of your teachers? • Caring, Honest, Interesting, Fun • C7: Which four words best describe, in general, the interactions you have with adults at your school? • Respectful, Helpful, Supportive, Brief • C8: Which four words best describe the physical spaces in which you spend most of your time at school? • Open, Comfortable, Plain, Stable • C6: Which four words best describe, in general, your experiences in your classes? • Normal, Challenging, Working in groups, Rowdy • C1: Which four words best describe, in general, the expectations for you as a student at your school? • I am learning., I am busy., I understand., I should ask a teacher. • C2: Which four words best describe, in general, the kinds of things your teachers say to you while at school? • We will be working on…, You will be working on…, Explain it., What are you doing?

8. Climate & Culture Student SurveyLowest Scoring Items • C3: Which four words best describe, in general, how you feel when trying to complete your assignments while at school? • Deliberate, Relaxed, Patient, Calm • C5: Which four words best describe, in general, the things you most often DO while in class at school? • Give project demonstrations, Complete long projects, Complete brief projects, Make presentations • C9: Which four words best describe, in general, how you feel while at school? • Afraid, Lonely, Angry, Excited • C1: Which four words best describe, in general, the expectations for you as a student at your school? • I know., I am expected to be good at everything., I should find it myself., I am able to explain. • C2: Which four words best describe, in general, the kinds of things your teachers say to you while at school? • I’m interested in your approach., Repeat it., I am interested in your answer., You are being taught…,

9. Student InventoryHighest Scoring Items • F2: I have the materials, supplies and technology I need to be successful in school. • 3.65 • F1: I am safe at school. • 3.59 • E5: I use digital tools to complete assignments, such as conducting research, finding information, communicating and/or creating something new. • 3.46 • F3: I complete challenging work. • 3.26 • F4: I actively participate in class discussions and activities. • 3.25

10. Student InventoryLowest Scoring Items • C2: I use the services of the counseling office. • 1.94 • D1: I work on real-life problems. • 2.50 • E3: I use a rubric or scoring guide to help me complete an assignment. • 2.61 • E8: I receive acknowledgement and/or praise for my strengths or accomplishments. • 2.68 • C3: I explore and begin to plan for college and/or career opportunities. • 2.78

11. Student SurveyHighest Scoring • F1: In my school, the building and grounds are safe, clean, and provide a healthy place for learning. • 4.15 • F4: In my school, computers are up-to-date and used by teachers to help me learn. • 4.11 • F6: In my school, I can participate in activities that interest me. • 4.09 • F3: In my school, a variety of resources are available to help me succeed (e.g., teaching staff, technology, media center). • 4.08 • D3: In my school, the principal and teachers have high expectations of me. • 4.01

12. Student SurveyLowest Scoring • E9: All of my teachers change their teaching to meet my learning needs. • 2.84 • F2: In my school, students respect the property of others. • 2.88 • G2: My school considers students’ opinions when planning ways to improve the school. • 3.00 • D1: In my school, rules are applied equally to all students. • 3.01 • D2: In my school, students treat adults with respect. • 3.10

13. Student Survey for Effective Learning EnvironmentHighest Scoring • H1: I interact respectfully with my teachers and other students. • 3.41 • H3: I follow classroom rules. • 3.40 • I1: I use a smartphone/tablet/laptop during class to find information for learning. • 3.34 • I3: I use a tablet/laptop/desktop computer during class to conduct research, solve problems or create original works. • 3.31 • F5: I actively participate in classroom activities and assignments • 3.15

14. Student Survey for Effective Learning EnvironmentLowest Scoring • I2: I use a smartphone during class to conduct research, solve problems or create original works. • 1.68 • I4: I use networking sites (either class/school-based or self-organized) to communicate with other students. • 2.24 • G1: My teacher(s) ask me about my progress. • 2.26 • H4: Transitioning from one activity to another in my classroom is chaotic. • 2.36 • F1: During class, I am asked to relate my learning to real life situation or experiences. • 2.37

15. parent Data

16. Catholic Identity Defining Characteristics ParentsHighest Scoring Items • C7: In addition to academics and faith formation, our school offers experiences in the arts, athletics, and other extracurricular and service opportunities that contribute to the education of the whole person. • 4.46 • C5: Symbols of the Catholic faith are displayed throughout our school. • 4.32 • C2: Our school is a community that prays together. • 4.29 • C4: Our school makes Jesus and the teachings of the Catholic Church known to all students. • 4.25 • C8: Our school supports the social, emotional and spiritual growth of every student. • 4.25

17. Catholic Identity Defining Characteristics ParentsLowest Scoring Items • C14: The adults in our school show that they are partners with our parents/guardians in our Catholic education. • 3.75 • C15: Everyone connected with our school works together, respecting each other’s gifts, for the sake of building a strong, faith-filled learning community. • 3.86 • C6: Our school upholds high standards of excellence in all it offers. • 3.89 • C12: Administrators in our school understand, accept and model the teachings of the Catholic Church. • 3.89 • C10: The learning environment in our school fosters self-discipline so that students can become more independent learners. • 3.96 • C11: Our school instills in students the responsibility to promote Gospel values and social justice in the world. • 3.96

18. Catholic Identity Program Effectiveness ParentsHighest Scoring Items • C6: Our school provides opportunities outside the classroom for student faith formation, and participation in retreats, prayer, mass, sacraments, and other spiritual experiences. • 4.44 • C23: Curriculum and instruction in our school prepares students to be capable and critical users of media and technology. • 4.38 • C8: Administrators, faculty and staff serve as role models of faith and service to students. • 4.22 • C32: Our school provides programs and services that help students successfully complete the school program (for examples, guidance and resource programs). • 4.22 • C1: Everyone in the school community—administrators, faculty and staff, students, parents/guardians, alums, and supporters—knows and understands the school’s mission. • 4.19 • C21: Our school has a clearly articulated rigorous curriculum infused with Gospel values, preparing students for life and work. • 4.19 • C41: Our school’s facilities, equipment, and technology management plans are designed to enhance teaching and learning. • 4.10

19. Catholic Identity Program Effectiveness ParentsLowest Scoring Items • C36: Our school consistently shares its financial plan with the school community. • 3.66 • C14: There is a person or group who collaborates with the school administration to make or recommend decisions for the success of the school. • 3.75 • C35: Our school’s financial plan is the result of a collaborative process including expert advisors. • 3.75 • C10: Our school provides opportunities for faith formation for parents/guardians and other adult members of the school community. • 3.78 • C12: Our school provides opportunities for adult members of the school community to participate in service activities for social justice. • 3.81 • C15: A person or group, in collaboration with the school administration, takes responsibility for monitoring that the school is faithful to its mission, academically excellent and sound in its business decisions. • 3.81 • C37: Our school leaders take responsibility for ensuring that the financial plans and budgets are implemented using best practices. • 3.81

20. Climate & Culture Parent SurveyHighest Scoring Items • C3: Which four words best describe, in general, the interactions YOU have with staff at your student’s school? • Respectful, Supportive, Helpful, Comfortable • C1: Which four words best describe, in general, the kinds of things teachers in your student’s school say to students? • Explain your work., We will be working on…, You will be working on…, I am interested in your thinking. • C2: Which four words best describes, in general, the kinds of things your child is most often DOING while at school? • Listening to teacher, Taking tests, Working with others, Writing/Completing Worksheets

21. Climate & Culture Parent SurveyLowest Scoring Items • C2: Which four words best describe, in general, the kinds of things your teachers say to you while at school? • Completing long projects., Giving project demonstrations, Making presentations, Writing papers • C1: Which four words best describe, in general, the expectations for you as a student at your school? • You are being taught…, Repeat what you said., You could do it this way., You are learning…,/You took the right approach. • C3: Which four words best describe, in general, how you feel when trying to complete your assignments while at school? • Isolating, Uncomfortable, Useless, Distant/Trusting/Important

22. Parent SurveyHighest Scoring Items • F3: Our school provides a safe learning environment. • 4.14 • E13: My child has up-to-date computers and other technology to learn. • 4.12 • C1: Our school’s purpose statement is clearly focused on student success. • 4.02 • F6: Our school provides opportunities for students to participate in activities that interest them. • 4.00 • E11: My child has at least one adult advocate in the school. • 3.95

23. Parent SurveyLowest scoring items • D2: Our school’s governing body does not interfere with the operation or leadership of our school. • 2.81 • D1: Our school’s governing body operates responsibly and functions effectively. • 2.98 • E4: All of my child’s teachers meet his/her learning needs by individualizing instruction. • 3.02 • E7: All of my child’s teachers keep me informed regularly of how my child is being graded. • 3.12 • E9: My child sees a relationship between what is being taught and his/her everyday life. • 3.19

24. staff Data

25. Catholic Identity staffHighest Scoring items • C7: In addition to academics and faith formation, our school offers experiences in the arts, athletics, and other extracurricular and service opportunities that contribute to the education of the whole child. • 4.43 • C4: Our school makes Jesus and the teachings of the Catholic Church known to all students. • 4.35 • C2: Our school is a community that prays together. • 4.30 • C1: Students in our school are encouraged, through all aspects of their school experiences, to develop a closer relationship with Jesus Christ. • 4.26 • C8: Our school supports the social, emotional and spiritual growth of every student. • 4.17

26. Catholic Identity stafflowest Scoring items • C14: Our school helps parents/guardians fulfill their role as the primary teachers of the faith to their children. • 3.09 • C10: The learning environment in our school fosters self-discipline so that students can become more independent learners. • 3.52 • C6: Our school upholds high standards of excellence in all it offers. • 3.70 • C17: Our school operates with the expressed approval and support of our Bishop. • 3.70 • C15: Everyone connected with our school works together, respecting each other’s gifts, for the sake of building a strong, faith-filled learning community. • 3.78

27. Catholic Identity Program effectiveness StaffHighest Scoring Items • C6: Our school provides opportunities outside the classroom for student faith formation, and participation in retreats, prayer, mass, sacraments, and other spiritual experiences. • 4.45 • C32: Our school provides programs and services that help students successfully complete the school program (for examples, guidance and resource programs). • 4.27 • C3: Our school mission clearly expresses a commitment to Catholic identity. • 4.18 • C4: Our school provides an academically rigors Catholic religion program, taught by qualified teachers. • 4.18 • C23: Curriculum and instruction in our school prepares students to be capable and critical users of media and technology. • 4.18

28. Catholic Identity Program effectiveness Stafflowest Scoring Items • C10: Our school provides opportunities for faith formation for parents/guardians and other adult members of the school community. • 2.91 • C36: Our school consistently shares its financial plan with the school community. • 2.91 • C15: A person or group, in collaboration with the school administration, takes responsibility for monitoring that the school is faithful to its mission, academically excellent and sound in its business decisions. • 3.09 • C37: Our school leaders take responsibility for ensuring that the financial plans and budgets are implemented using best practices. • 3.09 • C12: Our school provides opportunities for adult members of the school community to participate in service activities for social justice. • 3.18 • C14: There is a person or group who collaborates with the school administration to make or recommend decisions for the success of the school. • 3.18

29. School improvement monitoring processhighest scoring items • C2: The curriculum at my school is focused on both supporting and challenging all students. • 3.28 • D1: Instruction strategies at my school are aligned with both the goals and expectations for student learning. • 3.17 • D2: Learning activities at my school are aligned with both the goals and expectations for student learning. • 3.06 • E3: Assessments at my school are specifically designed to serve the instructional purposes specified by the users of the assessments. • 3.06 • E5: Assessments at my school are used in a both fair and equitable manner that eliminates any source of bias and distortion which might interfere with the accuracy of results. • 3.06

30. School improvement monitoring processlowest scoring items • G5: My school creates the conditions that support productive change. • 2.24 • G2: My school builds the skill required to improve through ongoing professional development programs focused on my school’s goals for improvement. • 2.35 • G4: My school builds the capacity required to improve through ongoing professional development programs focused on my school’s goals for improvement. • 2.35 • F8: My school monitors progress in instructional improvement through a comprehensive assessment system. • 2.39 • G6: My school creates the conditions that support continuous improvement. • 2.41