1. Administrative Leadership Forum July 1, 2009 IBM Center

2. What have you done to promote the development of SMART goals with your faculty / staff? Jot Pair Share Share With Group

3. School Improvement Planning Process

4. SMART GOALS S – Specific and Strategic M – Measureable A – Attainable R – Results Oriented T – Time bound

5. SMART GOALS –Strategic and Specific Narrowly focused, high leverage areas; the GAN –Measureable Use of both formative and summative measures, qualitative as well as quantitative data –Attainable A manageable stretch from present levels Serves to inspire rather than discourage –Results Oriented Goal describes the outcome or result of implementation –Time Bound Sets a timeframe for accomplishment

6. Clarity of APPR Goals Even when schools establish goals, they tend to be too general. These “general goals” create a sense of “false clarity”, the erroneous belief that we understand and know how to work toward achieving the goals. » Michael Fullan, 1991

7. Short Break 10:30 – 10:45

8. THE MISSION The mission of the North Rockland Central School District, in partnership with its multi-faceted community, is to develop life- long learners who are informed, responsible and productive citizens, by providing challenging and diverse programs that reflect high expectations and promote excellence in a caring environment.

9. THE NRCSD Goals The NRCSD is committed to continuously improving student achievement in literacy to reach a level of excellence. The NRCSD is committed to continuously improving student achievement in math, science and technology (MST) to reach a level of excellence. The NRCSD is committed to establishing a learning environment based on respect, responsibility and results where all children will achieve higher standards.

10. SMART Goals Alignment

11. Debrief on Activity Review and share thoughts on SIPT Goals & APPR Process NEXT STEPS

12. Flip Cameras Documenting Smart Goals Kris Felicello