1. Woodland Public Schools Staff Survey Results
Spring 2017

2. School Perceptions
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4. Survey Summary The Staff Survey was conducted in April of 2017.
All staff members received a survey invitation via , which contained a unique access code. Each access code could only be used once to take the survey.
Number of responses: 221 (58% participation)

5. Respondent Information

6. At which location do you spend the most time?

7. What best describes your position?

8. Including the current year, how many years have you worked for this District?

9. Planning To provide a quality education for all students, please check a maximum of five of your highest priorities:
Item
% Yes
Better prepare students for life after high school—whether this be college or career
60%
Provide additional intervention/support services for struggling students
57%
Develop innovative programs to improve student learning
54%
Receive training/development opportunities to enhance skills
42%
Increase the number of hands-on/project-based learning opportunities
41%
Increase parents and community communications
27%
Provide additional counseling, psychologist and social work services
Expand services to students with special needs
24%
Improve school safety and security
21%
Expand students and staff technology access
18%
Increase STEM opportunities
17%
Increase co-curricular and extra-curricular programs (e.g. music, arts, athletics, etc.)
16%
Develop additional community/business partnerships
12%
Increase the number of AP/honors courses 8%

10. % Strongly agree/Agree
Change Readiness Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
Our District is committed to making needed improvements as they are identified.
79%
3.68
Our District has a culture of open dialogue.
76%
3.62
Our District strives to achieve consensus on areas that need improvement.
70%
3.45
There is a process for evaluating the effectiveness of new initiatives.
63%
3.23

11. % Strongly agree/Agree
Student Achievement Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
Learning targets and curriculum objectives for my job assignment are clear.
87%
3.94
Overall, the school offers a high quality academic program.
85%
3.85
I have been provided the resources to achieve District learning targets and curriculum objectives.
79%
3.72
The academic needs of students are being met.
81%
3.65
Students have access to additional support when needed.
77%
3.60
The social and emotional needs of students are being met.
76%
3.53
Student discipline is handled in a consistent manner by all staff.
44%
2.78

12. % Strongly agree/Agree
Engagement Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
My job is personally satisfying.
94%
4.36
My work contributes to the success of our District
97%
4.31
I am proud of our District.
90%
4.06
I would recommend this District to others seeking employment.
87%
4.03
It would take a lot to get me to leave this District.
80%
3.85
I enjoy being involved in District affiliated activities outside of the normal school day.
81%
3.78
The amount of work I am asked to do is reasonable.
77%
3.69

13. % Strongly agree/Agree
Communication Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
School/department information is communicated effectively to me.
84%
3.88
I have a good understanding of the goals of the District.
3.84
School board policies and procedures affecting me are available and clearly communicated.
3.83
I am kept informed about matters important to my work.
83%
3.81
I feel comfortable sharing my ideas and opinions.
80%
3.78
The District clearly communicates with me about important issues.
78%
3.67

14. How would you rate the communication from: Great (4), Good (3), Fair (2), Poor (1)
Item
% Great/ Good
Average
Technology Services
85%
3.24
Principal/Building Administration
81%
3.12
Custodians/Maintenance
75%
3.01
Food Service
70%
2.84
Transportation
59%
2.65
District Administration
60%
2.62
School Board
2.59

15. % Strongly agree/Agree
Culture Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
My co-workers are willing to help me when I have a heavy workload.
92%
4.24
Our school/department works hard to find ways to improve.
4.13
Our school/department operates as a team.
86%
3.98
I can bring about change in my school/department.
3.96
I have adequate opportunities to participate in decisions that affect me.
80%
3.82
Our school/department is effective at assimilating new employees.
78%
3.74

16. The academic expectations of our students are:

17. % Strongly agree/Agree
Work Environment (Slide 1/2) Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
Based on my interactions with other adults, I feel safe at work.
97%
4.42
I am satisfied with the technology support available to me.
94%
4.20
Based on my interactions with students, I feel safe at work.
91%
4.15
I have the flexibility to do my job the way that I think is most effective.
88%
4.14
I feel supported by leadership when I make a decision.
87%
4.08
I feel valued by our community.
90%
4.03

18. % Strongly agree/Agree
Work Environment (Slide 2/2) Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
Our classrooms, building and grounds are well maintained.
85%
3.91
I have the materials and supplies I need to do my job effectively.
82%
3.87
I receive the training I need to do my job effectively.
83%
3.84
I am satisfied with the technology available to me.
80%
3.80
I have enough time to do my job effectively.
68%
3.45

19. % Strongly agree/Agree
Health and Wellness Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
I manage my stress well.
86%
3.86
I am able to sustain a healthy work-life balance.
81%
3.78
The pace of implementing new initiatives is appropriate.
3.72
I get enough sleep.
68%
3.43

20. % Strongly agree/Agree
Development and Recognition Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
I receive credit and recognition when I do a good job.
85%
3.94
I receive meaningful and timely feedback that helps me improve my performance.
82%
3.80
The District's in-service days are organized and well-planned.
78%
3.65
I have adequate opportunities for training/professional development.
74%
3.61

21. % Strongly agree/Agree
Compensation and Benefits Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
Pay practices are administered consistently for all employees.
81%
3.77
I am satisfied with my benefits.
79%
3.69
My benefits are competitive with similar jobs I might find elsewhere.
76%
3.58
I am satisfied with my pay.
54%
3.01
My pay is fair in relation to my job responsibilities.
52%
2.92

22. % Strongly agree/Agree
Building Leadership Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
My principal is an effective leader.
88%
4.19
I trust the leadership in my building.
87%
4.10
Building leadership is consistent when administering policies concerning employees.
81%
3.91

23. % Strongly agree/Agree
District Administration Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
The Superintendent/District Administrator presents a positive image to our community.
91%
4.12
District administration is doing what it takes to make our District successful.
85%
3.87
I trust the District's leadership.
83%
3.82
District administration is responsive to major concerns of employees.
80%
3.75
District administration is consistent when administering policies concerning employees.
77%
3.69

24. % Strongly agree/Agree
School Board Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
The School Board presents a positive image to our community.
95%
4.09
The School Board appropriately balances the mission of the District with fiscal responsibility.
94%
4.02
The School Board is doing what it takes to make our District successful.
92%
3.98

25. Salary Please rank the following factors based on their importance in a compensation system. Most important (1), Least important (10)
Item
Average
Advanced degrees (Master's, specialist, Ph.D., Ed. D.)
3.36
Length of service
4.17
Additional skills (certifications, foreign language proficiencies etc.)
4.66
Additional work duties (coach, curriculum writing, research etc.)
4.74
Educator's evaluation
5.43
Student Learning Outcomes
5.64
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards/Master Teacher
5.66
Market demand (hard-to-staff assignment, certification in area of short supply)
5.71
Professional Development Activities (Provided by the district)
5.76
Licensure for PI 34 (Initial Educator, Processional or Master)
6.37

26. Job Satisfaction Please check up to four of your most important job satisfaction factors:
Item
% Yes
Meaningful work
62%
Compensation/Salary
53%
Healthy culture/working conditions
49%
Good leadership
47%
Benefits
32%
Support from co-workers
29%
Support from supervisors
Personal growth
23%
Job security
18%
Job training/professional development
Effective communications
16%
Recognition 8%
Feeling safe in the workplace 7%

27. % Strongly agree/Agree
Overall Satisfaction Strongly agree (5), Agree (4), Disagree (2), Strongly disagree (1)
Item
% Strongly agree/Agree
Average
All things considered, this District is a good place to work.
94%
4.17
Our community supports education.
91%
3.95
The District has improved in the past year.
85%
3.90
I am satisfied with the financial management of the District.
79%
3.67

28. What grade would you give us?

29. How would you rate the District compared to neighboring public school districts?

30. Thank you!