Perception Survey of Bagley Public Schools - Internal Stakeholders

The Bagley School Board is developing a strategic plan. The School Board is soliciting input from school district staff, administration, and school board members. The purpose of this perception survey is to provide input on the process of determining what the school district is doing well and areas that might need attention or focus as a part of the strategic planning process. This survey is provided by the Minnesota School Boards Association (MSBA), which is assisting the School Board. The material collected through the survey will help shape the strategic plan priorities. Survey responses are confidential. All responses will be collected and analyzed by MSBA. Please complete this survey by 5:00 p.m., October 12, 2017. Thank you for your participation.

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* 1. Please select the title or role that best reflects the underlying basis or foundation for your responses. Use only one response.

Administrator

School Board Member

Support Staff

Teacher

If none of the above, please specify your title or role in the box provided below.

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* 2. The purpose of this perception survey is to provide input on the process of determining what the school district is doing well and areas that might need attention or focus as a part of the school district's strategic planning process. Please rate each indicator on the level you agree it is in place in your school district. Decide the importance of each indicator using the scale provided (SD=Strongly Disagree, D=Disagree, A=Agree, SA=Strongly Agree, DK=Don't Know).

	SD=Strongly Disagree	D=Disagree	A=Agree	SA=Strongly Agree	DK=Don't Know
The school district works to build community support among a wide variety of groups.	The school district works to build community support among a wide variety of groups. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district works to build community support among a wide variety of groups. D=Disagree	The school district works to build community support among a wide variety of groups. A=Agree	The school district works to build community support among a wide variety of groups. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district works to build community support among a wide variety of groups. DK=Don't Know
The school district seeks input from both internal and external stakeholders on key decisions regarding school district policies and practices.	The school district seeks input from both internal and external stakeholders on key decisions regarding school district policies and practices. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district seeks input from both internal and external stakeholders on key decisions regarding school district policies and practices. D=Disagree	The school district seeks input from both internal and external stakeholders on key decisions regarding school district policies and practices. A=Agree	The school district seeks input from both internal and external stakeholders on key decisions regarding school district policies and practices. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district seeks input from both internal and external stakeholders on key decisions regarding school district policies and practices. DK=Don't Know
The school district does an excellent job of educating all students.	The school district does an excellent job of educating all students. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district does an excellent job of educating all students. D=Disagree	The school district does an excellent job of educating all students. A=Agree	The school district does an excellent job of educating all students. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district does an excellent job of educating all students. DK=Don't Know
The entire school district is committed to long-range, continuous improvement and has agreement on a shared purpose and direction for the school district.	The entire school district is committed to long-range, continuous improvement and has agreement on a shared purpose and direction for the school district. SD=Strongly Disagree	The entire school district is committed to long-range, continuous improvement and has agreement on a shared purpose and direction for the school district. D=Disagree	The entire school district is committed to long-range, continuous improvement and has agreement on a shared purpose and direction for the school district. A=Agree	The entire school district is committed to long-range, continuous improvement and has agreement on a shared purpose and direction for the school district. SA=Strongly Agree	The entire school district is committed to long-range, continuous improvement and has agreement on a shared purpose and direction for the school district. DK=Don't Know
School district leaders (school board and superintendent) provide direction, support, and resources for quality curricular and co-curricular programs for students.	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) provide direction, support, and resources for quality curricular and co-curricular programs for students. SD=Strongly Disagree	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) provide direction, support, and resources for quality curricular and co-curricular programs for students. D=Disagree	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) provide direction, support, and resources for quality curricular and co-curricular programs for students. A=Agree	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) provide direction, support, and resources for quality curricular and co-curricular programs for students. SA=Strongly Agree	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) provide direction, support, and resources for quality curricular and co-curricular programs for students. DK=Don't Know
All school district staff understand their roles and responsibilities in the process of education.	All school district staff understand their roles and responsibilities in the process of education. SD=Strongly Disagree	All school district staff understand their roles and responsibilities in the process of education. D=Disagree	All school district staff understand their roles and responsibilities in the process of education. A=Agree	All school district staff understand their roles and responsibilities in the process of education. SA=Strongly Agree	All school district staff understand their roles and responsibilities in the process of education. DK=Don't Know
Leadership roles and responsibilities are clearly defined for all aspects of the school district’s operation.	Leadership roles and responsibilities are clearly defined for all aspects of the school district’s operation. SD=Strongly Disagree	Leadership roles and responsibilities are clearly defined for all aspects of the school district’s operation. D=Disagree	Leadership roles and responsibilities are clearly defined for all aspects of the school district’s operation. A=Agree	Leadership roles and responsibilities are clearly defined for all aspects of the school district’s operation. SA=Strongly Agree	Leadership roles and responsibilities are clearly defined for all aspects of the school district’s operation. DK=Don't Know
The “climate” of all school buildings is conducive to teachers being able to teach and students being able to learn.	The “climate” of all school buildings is conducive to teachers being able to teach and students being able to learn. SD=Strongly Disagree	The “climate” of all school buildings is conducive to teachers being able to teach and students being able to learn. D=Disagree	The “climate” of all school buildings is conducive to teachers being able to teach and students being able to learn. A=Agree	The “climate” of all school buildings is conducive to teachers being able to teach and students being able to learn. SA=Strongly Agree	The “climate” of all school buildings is conducive to teachers being able to teach and students being able to learn. DK=Don't Know
The school district has a process to ensure that the school board-adopted curriculum for a course or grade level is being taught by all teachers.	The school district has a process to ensure that the school board-adopted curriculum for a course or grade level is being taught by all teachers. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district has a process to ensure that the school board-adopted curriculum for a course or grade level is being taught by all teachers. D=Disagree	The school district has a process to ensure that the school board-adopted curriculum for a course or grade level is being taught by all teachers. A=Agree	The school district has a process to ensure that the school board-adopted curriculum for a course or grade level is being taught by all teachers. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district has a process to ensure that the school board-adopted curriculum for a course or grade level is being taught by all teachers. DK=Don't Know
The school district uses effective instructional programs, practices, and interventions to help all students.	The school district uses effective instructional programs, practices, and interventions to help all students. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district uses effective instructional programs, practices, and interventions to help all students. D=Disagree	The school district uses effective instructional programs, practices, and interventions to help all students. A=Agree	The school district uses effective instructional programs, practices, and interventions to help all students. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district uses effective instructional programs, practices, and interventions to help all students. DK=Don't Know
The school district allocates adequate funding and resources needed to advance student learning and achievement.	The school district allocates adequate funding and resources needed to advance student learning and achievement. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district allocates adequate funding and resources needed to advance student learning and achievement. D=Disagree	The school district allocates adequate funding and resources needed to advance student learning and achievement. A=Agree	The school district allocates adequate funding and resources needed to advance student learning and achievement. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district allocates adequate funding and resources needed to advance student learning and achievement. DK=Don't Know
The school district has an effective evaluation process in place for all school district staff (non-licensed, teachers, principals, superintendent).	The school district has an effective evaluation process in place for all school district staff (non-licensed, teachers, principals, superintendent). SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district has an effective evaluation process in place for all school district staff (non-licensed, teachers, principals, superintendent). D=Disagree	The school district has an effective evaluation process in place for all school district staff (non-licensed, teachers, principals, superintendent). A=Agree	The school district has an effective evaluation process in place for all school district staff (non-licensed, teachers, principals, superintendent). SA=Strongly Agree	The school district has an effective evaluation process in place for all school district staff (non-licensed, teachers, principals, superintendent). DK=Don't Know
The school district uses student achievement data to inform and improve instruction.	The school district uses student achievement data to inform and improve instruction. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district uses student achievement data to inform and improve instruction. D=Disagree	The school district uses student achievement data to inform and improve instruction. A=Agree	The school district uses student achievement data to inform and improve instruction. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district uses student achievement data to inform and improve instruction. DK=Don't Know
School district leaders (school board and superintendent) are visible and accessible throughout the school district and community.	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) are visible and accessible throughout the school district and community. SD=Strongly Disagree	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) are visible and accessible throughout the school district and community. D=Disagree	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) are visible and accessible throughout the school district and community. A=Agree	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) are visible and accessible throughout the school district and community. SA=Strongly Agree	School district leaders (school board and superintendent) are visible and accessible throughout the school district and community. DK=Don't Know
Policies and procedures are in place in regard to a safe, orderly, and caring environment that supports learning.	Policies and procedures are in place in regard to a safe, orderly, and caring environment that supports learning. SD=Strongly Disagree	Policies and procedures are in place in regard to a safe, orderly, and caring environment that supports learning. D=Disagree	Policies and procedures are in place in regard to a safe, orderly, and caring environment that supports learning. A=Agree	Policies and procedures are in place in regard to a safe, orderly, and caring environment that supports learning. SA=Strongly Agree	Policies and procedures are in place in regard to a safe, orderly, and caring environment that supports learning. DK=Don't Know
Multiple methods of communicating with stakeholders about the school district’s work are in place and are clear, concise, and user friendly.	Multiple methods of communicating with stakeholders about the school district’s work are in place and are clear, concise, and user friendly. SD=Strongly Disagree	Multiple methods of communicating with stakeholders about the school district’s work are in place and are clear, concise, and user friendly. D=Disagree	Multiple methods of communicating with stakeholders about the school district’s work are in place and are clear, concise, and user friendly. A=Agree	Multiple methods of communicating with stakeholders about the school district’s work are in place and are clear, concise, and user friendly. SA=Strongly Agree	Multiple methods of communicating with stakeholders about the school district’s work are in place and are clear, concise, and user friendly. DK=Don't Know
School district facilities are safe, secure, and well maintained.	School district facilities are safe, secure, and well maintained. SD=Strongly Disagree	School district facilities are safe, secure, and well maintained. D=Disagree	School district facilities are safe, secure, and well maintained. A=Agree	School district facilities are safe, secure, and well maintained. SA=Strongly Agree	School district facilities are safe, secure, and well maintained. DK=Don't Know
The school district has a staff development program for all staff that is focused on improving the teaching and learning process.	The school district has a staff development program for all staff that is focused on improving the teaching and learning process. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district has a staff development program for all staff that is focused on improving the teaching and learning process. D=Disagree	The school district has a staff development program for all staff that is focused on improving the teaching and learning process. A=Agree	The school district has a staff development program for all staff that is focused on improving the teaching and learning process. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district has a staff development program for all staff that is focused on improving the teaching and learning process. DK=Don't Know
The school district has a procedure in place to regularly review and update curriculum standards, instructional strategies, and assessment measures.	The school district has a procedure in place to regularly review and update curriculum standards, instructional strategies, and assessment measures. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district has a procedure in place to regularly review and update curriculum standards, instructional strategies, and assessment measures. D=Disagree	The school district has a procedure in place to regularly review and update curriculum standards, instructional strategies, and assessment measures. A=Agree	The school district has a procedure in place to regularly review and update curriculum standards, instructional strategies, and assessment measures. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district has a procedure in place to regularly review and update curriculum standards, instructional strategies, and assessment measures. DK=Don't Know
The school district consistently tries to find ways to take action to improve programs and services for students.	The school district consistently tries to find ways to take action to improve programs and services for students. SD=Strongly Disagree	The school district consistently tries to find ways to take action to improve programs and services for students. D=Disagree	The school district consistently tries to find ways to take action to improve programs and services for students. A=Agree	The school district consistently tries to find ways to take action to improve programs and services for students. SA=Strongly Agree	The school district consistently tries to find ways to take action to improve programs and services for students. DK=Don't Know

If you would like additional opportunity for input on the status of the school district, please attend one of the "Staff Listening Sessions" scheduled for Monday, October 9, 2017, at either of the elementary or secondary buildings.