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6. School Leadership

V6. School Leadership The principal, in conjunction with the administrative team, follows the guidelines established by the Archdiocesan Office to ensure systematic execution of the policies at the school level. Records are maintained and reports are submitted for approval. School accreditation by the state is granted for the successful completion of this process. Growth opportunities gleaned from the process are reviewed annually and a plan for school wide goals is established.

The principal and the administrative team collaborate with the Pastor and the elected School Board members to develop school policy and oversee its implementation at the local level. Board meetings are conducted and policies are reviewed and revised on a routine basis. Members serve in an advisory capacity.

Input from parent surveys are considered in school wide decisions. The principal collaborates with the various parent committees: Home & School, Finance, Technology, and Marketing to identify growth plans and establish programs, procedures and resources for implementation. Our Educational Direction Statement serves as a guiding force; guaranteeing the clear vision for building a strong spiritual and academic program for student success.

The principal works in partnership with the faculty members recognizing their gifts and talents, encouraging them to develop areas of interest to enhance the overall curriculum. Open communication creates a trusting environment where teachers strive to grow professionally. Individual teachers meet with the principal to identify professional development goals.. The faculty, under the direction of the administration, completes a thorough review/revision of the entire curriculum on a yearly basis. The teachers gain a clear understanding of the scope and sequence of the curriculum and work tirelessly to create smooth transitions from year to year to improve student success. Key teachers serve as department chairs working with the administration to improve curriculum, instruction, and assessment. Chairs assist teachers in such areas as curriculum, classroom management, organizational strategies, and recommend professional journal articles pertinent to their teaching responsibilities.

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