Annually, MMSD staff will engage in the process of analyzing where their school program is and develop one goal for program growth over the academic year. The SPO process includes identifying and monitoring a goal, then analyzing progress towards meeting the goal using the respective Student Services SPO Scoring Rubric at the end of the year or interval. Discussion of progress towards the SPO goal can be conducted with peers during the Supporting Years and with your evaluator during the Summary Year.
Why create an Educator Effectiveness Plan?
Research shows that intentional goal setting around student learning is a critical adult action for improving student learning outcomes. The collaborative dialog within the SPO process provides educators an opportunity to reflect on student progress and determine if the instructional strategy is effective while making adjustments when necessary to reach the highest levels of learning possible.
How do I develop an Educator Effectiveness Plan?
What is the Mid Interval Review?
In December or January (or sooner if the SPO interval is less than a year), the educator and evaluator will meet for a formative review of progress toward meeting the SPO and PPG. During the mid interval conference, program data is reviewed to determine if the the program is on track to meet the identified goal. If the goal is on track, the educator continues with the selected strategy. If off track, the strategy is revised and/or the goal may be adjusted. Educators in their supporting year engage in this process with a peer or building coach.
Why engage in a Mid Interval Review?
Research shows that intentional goal setting around student learning is a critical adult action for improving outcomes. The collaborative dialog within the SPO process provides educators an opportunity to reflect on progress and determine if the strategy is effective while making adjustments when necessary to reach the highest levels of improvement possible.
How do I prepare for the Mid Interval Review?
What type of observations will occur and what is the frequency?
During the Summary Year, a minimum of two mini observations (15-20 minutes) and one announced observation (40-45 minutes) including a pre and post conference will be conducted by the evaluator. Educators in their supporting year, may also be observed. Evidence of practice for Domain 2 (Classroom Environment) and Domain 3 (Instruction) is collected during classroom observation.
Why classroom observations?
Classroom observations and ongoing actionable feedback are critical elements for improving teaching and learning. Through collaborative conversations during both the pre and post observation conference, teachers can reflect on what is working well and make adjustments where necessary for ongoing professional learning and growth that results in positive student outcomes.
How do I prepare for classroom observations?
What is the Final Evaluation Conference?
During the Final Evaluation Conference, the teacher and evaluator meet to discuss achievement of the Student Learning Objective. The teacher has the opportunity to elaborate on evidence of practice and achievement of the SPO. The evaluator provides feedback based on evidence collected during classroom observation, and discusses final scores based on the Danielson Framework and the overall SPO score.
Why engage in a Final Evaluation Conference?
The Final Evaluation Conference is an opportunity for the teacher to reflect on attainment of goals and the instructional practices used over the course of the year/interval. Results will inform goals for the subsequent year and professional development planning for ongoing instructional improvement.
How do I prepare for the Final Evaluation Conference?
NOTE: Do not submit scores until after the End-of-Year Summary Conference