Joliet Public Schools District 86 Superintendent Search Survey

The Board of School Inspectors welcomes your input as we begin our search for a new Superintendent for Joliet Public Schools District 86. The feedback collected will directly inform the leadership profile and selection criteria.

All responses are anonymous and confidential. A complete report summarizing all community engagement results will be published on the District 86 website.

We request that each person respond only once to this survey. The survey is designed to allow only one response per device. The survey will be available from August 17 - August 28.

Thank you for your effort in helping our Board of School Inspectors with this important task.

Sincerely,
Joliet School District 86 Board of School Inspectors

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1. Please indicate the descriptor(s) that best match your relationship to our District. Check all that apply:

Parent of current/past student (within the last four years)

Community member/Business leaders

Student

Teachers/licensed staff

Administrator

Support staff

Other

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2. What schools do your children attend?

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3. What are the TOP EDUCATIONAL STRENGTHS of the School District? Select up to five answers. (Required.)

Challenging, Quality Curriculum

Quality of Teaching Staff

Quality of Leadership

Emphasis on Educating the Whole Child

Tailoring Instruction to Individual Student Needs

Student Growth as Measured by Academic Achievement Data

Opportunities for Students Outside of the Classroom

Positive, Nurturing School Learning Environment

District's Understanding and Support of Diversity

Educating Students for a Global Future

Preparing Students to be Productive Citizens in a Democratic Society

Preparing Students for College and/or Career Readiness

Use of Technology for Learning

Instructional Methods That Engage Students

Parent Commitment that Fosters Student Learning

Vision for the Direction of the School District

Commitment to Principles of Social Justice

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4. What EDUCATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS are most needed in the School District? Please select up to five answers. (Required.)

Challenging, Quality Curriculum

Quality of Teaching Staff

Quality of Leadership

Emphasis on Educating the Whole Child

Tailoring Instruction to Individual Student Needs

Student Growth as Measured by Academic Achievement Data

Opportunities for Students Outside of the Classroom

Positive, Nurturing School Learning Environment

District's Understanding and Support of Diversity

Educating Students for a Global Future

Preparing Students to be Productive Citizens in a Democratic Society

Preparing Students for College and/or Career Readiness

Use of Technology for Learning

Instructional Methods That Engage Students

Parent Commitment that Fosters Student Learning

Vision for the Direction of the School District

Commitment to Principles of Social Justice

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5. What are the top STRENGTHS of the School District in the area of ORGANIZATION and MANAGEMENT? Select up to four answers. (Required.)

Board of School Inspectors that Focuses on Governance and Policy Making

Racial Equity and Social Justice

Responsible Stewardship of Financial Resources

Communication with Parents and Community

Relationships with Other Units of Government

Educational Mandates from the Legislature

Image of the District

Student Conduct and Discipline

Staff Morale

Clean and Attractive Schools

Student Safety

Community Support of Education

Restorative Practices

Ability to Respond to a Crisis, such as a Pandemic or Financial Situations

Maximizes District Resources

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6. What IMPROVEMENTS are most needed for the School District in the areas of ORGANIZATION and MANAGEMENT that the new superintendent should prioritize? Select up to four answers. (Required.)

Board of School Inspectors that Focuses on Governance and Policy Making

Racial Equity and Social Justice

Responsible Stewardship of Financial Resources

Communication with Parents and Community

Relationships with Other Units of Government

Educational Mandates from the Legislature

Image of the District

Student Conduct and Discipline

Staff Morale

Clean and Attractive Schools

Student Safety

Community Support of Education

Restorative Practices

Ability to Respond to a Crisis, such as a Pandemic or Financial Situations

Maximizes District Resources

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7. Which of the following DISTRICT PRIORITIES should the new superintendent focus upon? Please select up to four answers. (Required.)

Student Growth and Achievement

Social and Emotional Health of Students

Professional Development for Staff

Respect for Staff

Increase Parent and Community Involvement in the Schools

Relationships with Staff and Community Members

21st Century Skills (Communication, Collaboration, Creativity, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and Media and Technology Literacy)

Facilities Improvement

Financial Issues

Parent and Community Communication

Instructional Technology

Image of the District

School Related Legislative Issues

Restorative Practices and Social Justice

Board Member Growth and Development

Understanding of Health and Safety Metrics

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8. Please choose the top seven (7) characteristics/skills that you believe are most important for a person to be successful as the new Superintendent of our School District. (Required.)

Has a Clear Vision for Leading our Schools and School District

Develops Meaningful Community Support and Partnerships

Is Trustworthy and Displays Courage and Integrity

Has a Deep Knowledge of Curriculum and Teaching and Learning

Reflects the Ethnic and Racial Diversity of the District

Has the Ability to Recruit Teachers and Administrators with Diverse Backgrounds

Builds Good Teams and Brings Out the Best in Others

Is Child Centered

Is Sensitive to and Appreciates the Needs of Special Needs Learners

Is Confident in a High Expectation Environment

Makes Firm Decisions after Appropriate Review

Holds Others and Self Accountable

Has Excellent Communication Skills; Speaks and Writes Well

Understands Finance and the Business Side of Running a District

Uses Data for Decision-Making

Is Collaborative and Appreciates Diversity of Opinions in the Decision-Making Process

Builds Community Support for the Schools and District

Is Innovative and Creative

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* 1. Please indicate the descriptor(s) that best match your relationship to our District. Check all that apply:

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* 2. What schools do your children attend?

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* 3. What are the TOP EDUCATIONAL STRENGTHS of the School District? Select up to five answers. (Required.)

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* 4. What EDUCATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS are most needed in the School District? Please select up to five answers. (Required.)

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* 5. What are the top STRENGTHS of the School District in the area of ORGANIZATION and MANAGEMENT? Select up to four answers. (Required.)

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* 6. What IMPROVEMENTS are most needed for the School District in the areas of ORGANIZATION and MANAGEMENT that the new superintendent should prioritize? Select up to four answers. (Required.)

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* 7. Which of the following DISTRICT PRIORITIES should the new superintendent focus upon? Please select up to four answers. (Required.)

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* 8. Please choose the top seven (7) characteristics/skills that you believe are most important for a person to be successful as the new Superintendent of our School District. (Required.)

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* 9. I am proud of our District/Schools and would encourage families to move into our community/communities due to the quality of our schools.

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* 10. The District is effectively meeting the social emotional health of our students.

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* 11. The District provides adequate communication and information to parents and community members.

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* 12. The District has high expectations for our staff and students.

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* 13. The District effectively implements social justice and equity practices for students.

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* 14. The District meets the needs of English Learners and students with Individualized Education programs.

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* 15. The District meets the needs of students who are experiencing academic difficulties.

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* 16. The District meets the needs of students who are gifted and talented.

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* 17. The District provides enough extracurricular activities and athletics to meet the levels of interest of our students.

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* 18. Is there anything else you would like the School Exec Connect consultants to know that could be helpful in the search for a new Superintendent in District 86?

1. Please indicate the descriptor(s) that best match your relationship to our District. Check all that apply:

2. What schools do your children attend?

3. What are the TOP EDUCATIONAL STRENGTHS of the School District? Select up to five answers. (Required.)

4. What EDUCATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS are most needed in the School District? Please select up to five answers. (Required.)

5. What are the top STRENGTHS of the School District in the area of ORGANIZATION and MANAGEMENT? Select up to four answers. (Required.)

6. What IMPROVEMENTS are most needed for the School District in the areas of ORGANIZATION and MANAGEMENT that the new superintendent should prioritize? Select up to four answers. (Required.)

7. Which of the following DISTRICT PRIORITIES should the new superintendent focus upon? Please select up to four answers. (Required.)

8. Please choose the top seven (7) characteristics/skills that you believe are most important for a person to be successful as the new Superintendent of our School District. (Required.)

9. I am proud of our District/Schools and would encourage families to move into our community/communities due to the quality of our schools.

10. The District is effectively meeting the social emotional health of our students.

11. The District provides adequate communication and information to parents and community members.

12. The District has high expectations for our staff and students.

13. The District effectively implements social justice and equity practices for students.

14. The District meets the needs of English Learners and students with Individualized Education programs.

15. The District meets the needs of students who are experiencing academic difficulties.

16. The District meets the needs of students who are gifted and talented.

17. The District provides enough extracurricular activities and athletics to meet the levels of interest of our students.

18. Is there anything else you would like the School Exec Connect consultants to know that could be helpful in the search for a new Superintendent in District 86?