Standard 2 Survey

STANDARD 2: Governance and Leadership
The school provides a governance, leadership, and organizational structure that promotes student performance and school effectiveness.

o IMPACT: School leaders are advocates for the school’s vision and improvement efforts. Leaders provide direction and deploy resources to implement curricular and co-curricular programs that enable students to achieve expectations for their learning. Leaders encourage collaboration and shared responsibility for school improvement among stakeholders.

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* Indicator 2.1
Operates within the jurisdiction of a governance structure or civil authority and, when necessary, has a charter, license, or permit to operate within that jurisdiction.

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Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.1 Comment

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* Indicator 2.2
Assures that the governance structure provides for the continuity of mission.

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Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.2 Comment

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* Indicator 2.3
Complies with all applicable statutes and governmental regulations.

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Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.3 Comment

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* Indicator 2.4
Maintains access to legal counsel who can advise or obtain necessary information about the legal requirements and obligations that exist in the state, federal, or other jurisdictions in which it operates.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.4 Comment

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* Indicator 2.5
Assures that the governance structure clearly defines roles and responsibilities for board members and the head of school, and provides procedures for board and head orientation and evaluation.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.5 Comment

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* Indicator 2.6
Assures that the governance structure supports and models inclusive decision-making methods.

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Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.6 Comment

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* Indicator 2.7
Establishes by its governing process policies to ensure no conflict of interest between business, professional or parental roles and duties to the school.

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Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.7 Comment

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* Indicator 2.8
Has an organizational structure that includes separate entities that carry out the distinct functions of governance and day-to-day management.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.8 Comment

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* Indicator 2.9
Establishes policies and procedures that recognize and preserve the executive, administrative, and leadership prerogatives of the managers of the school.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.9 Comment

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* Indicator 2.10
Assures that the governance structure does not interfere with the day-to-day operations of the school.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.10 Comment

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* Indicator 2.11
Assures that the governance structure establishes comprehensive monitoring of overall school policies.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.11 Comment

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* Indicator 2.12
Assures that the administrative head of the school allocates and aligns the human, instructional, financial, and physical resources in support of the vision, mission, and beliefs of the school. The school head shall have responsibility for the expenditure of all funds raised in the name of the school by booster clubs and other related organizations of students, parents, alumni, or supporters.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.12 Comment

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* Indicator 2.13
Assures that the governance structure provides for stability in transitions of leadership.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.13 Comment

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* Indicator 2.14
Analyzes student performance and school effectiveness.

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Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.14 Comment

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* Indicator 2.15
Assures that debt service or lines of credit are managed in such ways as to ensure that fiscal responsibility remains under the control of the governing authority.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.15 Comment

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* Indicator 2.16
Assures that the school is not in, nor in prospect of moving into, financial reorganization under the protection of bankruptcy.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.16 Comment

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* Indicator 2.17
Assures that the governance structure provides adequate risk management policies for the protection of the school.

	Yes	No
Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.17 Comment

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* Indicator 2.18
Provides adequate documentation of insurance or equivalent resources to protect its financial stability and administrative operations from protracted proceedings and claims for damage.

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Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.18 Comment

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* Indicator 2.19
Maintains a plan to fund a maintenance reserve.

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Is this clear?	Is this clear? Yes	Is this clear? No
Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand?	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? Yes	Is this a non-negotiable, line in the sand? No
Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable?	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? Yes	Is developing or emerging compliance acceptable? No

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* 2.19 Comment

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* Indicator 2.1 Operates within the jurisdiction of a governance structure or civil authority and, when necessary, has a charter, license, or permit to operate within that jurisdiction.

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* Indicator 2.2Assures that the governance structure provides for the continuity of mission.

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* Indicator 2.3Complies with all applicable statutes and governmental regulations.

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* Indicator 2.4Maintains access to legal counsel who can advise or obtain necessary information about the legal requirements and obligations that exist in the state, federal, or other jurisdictions in which it operates.

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* 2.4 Comment

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* Indicator 2.5Assures that the governance structure clearly defines roles and responsibilities for board members and the head of school, and provides procedures for board and head orientation and evaluation.

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* 2.5 Comment

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* Indicator 2.6Assures that the governance structure supports and models inclusive decision-making methods.

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* Indicator 2.7Establishes by its governing process policies to ensure no conflict of interest between business, professional or parental roles and duties to the school.

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* 2.7 Comment

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* Indicator 2.8Has an organizational structure that includes separate entities that carry out the distinct functions of governance and day-to-day management.

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* 2.8 Comment

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* Indicator 2.9Establishes policies and procedures that recognize and preserve the executive, administrative, and leadership prerogatives of the managers of the school.

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* 2.9 Comment

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* Indicator 2.10Assures that the governance structure does not interfere with the day-to-day operations of the school.

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* Indicator 2.11Assures that the governance structure establishes comprehensive monitoring of overall school policies.

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* Indicator 2.13Assures that the governance structure provides for stability in transitions of leadership.

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* Indicator 2.14Analyzes student performance and school effectiveness.

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* Indicator 2.15Assures that debt service or lines of credit are managed in such ways as to ensure that fiscal responsibility remains under the control of the governing authority.

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* Indicator 2.16Assures that the school is not in, nor in prospect of moving into, financial reorganization under the protection of bankruptcy.

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* 2.16 Comment

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* Indicator 2.1
Operates within the jurisdiction of a governance structure or civil authority and, when necessary, has a charter, license, or permit to operate within that jurisdiction.

* Indicator 2.2
Assures that the governance structure provides for the continuity of mission.

* Indicator 2.3
Complies with all applicable statutes and governmental regulations.

* Indicator 2.4
Maintains access to legal counsel who can advise or obtain necessary information about the legal requirements and obligations that exist in the state, federal, or other jurisdictions in which it operates.

* Indicator 2.5
Assures that the governance structure clearly defines roles and responsibilities for board members and the head of school, and provides procedures for board and head orientation and evaluation.

* Indicator 2.6
Assures that the governance structure supports and models inclusive decision-making methods.

* Indicator 2.7
Establishes by its governing process policies to ensure no conflict of interest between business, professional or parental roles and duties to the school.

* Indicator 2.8
Has an organizational structure that includes separate entities that carry out the distinct functions of governance and day-to-day management.

* Indicator 2.9
Establishes policies and procedures that recognize and preserve the executive, administrative, and leadership prerogatives of the managers of the school.

* Indicator 2.10
Assures that the governance structure does not interfere with the day-to-day operations of the school.

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Assures that the governance structure establishes comprehensive monitoring of overall school policies.

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Assures that the governance structure provides for stability in transitions of leadership.

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Analyzes student performance and school effectiveness.

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Assures that debt service or lines of credit are managed in such ways as to ensure that fiscal responsibility remains under the control of the governing authority.

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Assures that the school is not in, nor in prospect of moving into, financial reorganization under the protection of bankruptcy.

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Assures that the governance structure provides adequate risk management policies for the protection of the school.

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Provides adequate documentation of insurance or equivalent resources to protect its financial stability and administrative operations from protracted proceedings and claims for damage.

* Indicator 2.19
Maintains a plan to fund a maintenance reserve.