Whitewater Unified School District Administrator Search Survey

Welcome to the WUSD District Administrator Search Survey

The Whitewater Unified School District's school board is launching its search for the new District Administrator. The Board is seeking your input in this process to assist in creating a profile for the new District Administrator to help inform both recruitment and selection.

Please take a few minutes to participate in this survey. Information gathered from survey results, along with information from staff and community focus groups, will be compiled to develop the new District Administrator profile for the Whitewater Unified School District. The survey will take less than ten minutes to complete, and it is anonymous and confidential. Your input will be valued by the candidates, search consultants, and school board. Thank you in advance for your assistance and support of the Whitewater Unified School District. A summary of the survey results will be posted on the District's Website after May 23, 2016.

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* 1. Please select the choice(s) that best describe your relationship to the school district. Please select all that apply.

Teacher/Licensed Staff

Administrator

Support Staff

Parent of Current/Past Student (within last five years)

Student

Community/Business Member

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* 2. Please indicate your age group:

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-over

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* 3. Please select the THREE (3) items below that represent the greatest strengths of the Whitewater Unified School District.

Strong community pride in the schools

Dedicated and highly competent staff

High level of student achievement

Strong instructional program with rigorous curriculum

Effective preparation for success in high school and beyond

Co-curricular opportunities including athletic/activity programs and fine arts

Effective use of technology

Supportive and involved parents

Communication with parents and community

High quality facilities

Sound fiscal management

Vision and strategic plan

Understanding and supporting diversity in the district

School safety

Effective board governance

Other (please specify)

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* 4. Please select the THREE (3) items below that represent the greatest challenges for the Whitewater Unified School District.

Community pride in the schools

Dedication and competency of staff

Student achievement

Instructional programming and rigor

Preparation for success in high school and beyond

Co-curricular opportunities including athletic/activity programs and fine arts

Effective use of technology

Support and involvment of parents

Communication with parents and community

Quality of facilities

Fiscal management

Vision and strategic plan

Understanding and support of diversity in the district

School safety

Board governance

Other (please specify)

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* 5. Please select the top THREE (3) goals for the new District Administrator to accomplish

Attract and retain high quality staff

Manage financial resources prudently

Maintain programs for all students to develop their potential for college or career

Align curriculum from elementary to middle school to high school

Engage students through best instructional practices

Build stronger connections between district and community

Innovate to strengthen academic program and curriculum

Close achievement gaps

Improve facilities

Improve communications

Work with legislature on funding issues

Engage the business community in support of the schools

Integrate technology with curriculum

Partner with the community to increase relevant learning opportunities

Other (please specify)

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* 6. Please select the THREE (3) Professional Skills you feel are the most important for the new District Administrator to be successful

Has a deep understanding of curriculum, instruction and how students learn

Develops meaningful community partnerships

Has high academic standards

Has (or develops) an inspiring future vision for the district

Is an effective spokesperson, a "face of the district"

Connects with all constituents, a "bridge builder"

Is forward thinking, innovative and creative

Is a collaborator with other school districts and the community

Is persistent at closing achievement gaps

Is visible in the schools and community

Understands and supports diversity in the district

Attends events and encourages other staff to attend them

Understands school finance and the business side of the district

Serves as an advocate for the district with local and state representatives

Other (please specify)

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* 7. Please select THREE (3) Personal Characteristics you feel are most important for the new District Administrator to be successful

Is approachable and listens

Is calm and reasonable

Is a strong decision-maker, using data and judgement

Is open-minded and flexible

Has excellent communication skills

Builds a team and brings out success in others

Is committed to continuous learning and professional growth

Holds him/herself and others accountable