The principal profile illustrates leadership traits, characteristics and skills that are necessary to support students so they may realize the vision of success outlined in the district Strategic Goal.  Print a copy of the Principal Profile poster.

Shaping a vision of equity and success for all

• Establish a schoolwide vision of commitment to high standards and the success of all students.
• Maintain high expectations for all, including clear and public standards, which are key to closing achievement gaps.
• Ensure the belief of academic success for all is embraced by stakeholders.
• Develop a shared vision around standards and success for all students as an essential element of school leadership.

Cultivating leadership in others

• Depends on others to accomplish the group's purpose.
• Encourage the development of leadership across the organization.
• Improve both teacher motivation and work climate.
• Provide all stakeholders with greater influence on decisions.
• Play a major role in developing a "professional community" of teachers who guide one another in improving instruction.

Managing people, data, and processes

• Identify and select talent by accurately assessing campus and personnel needs.
• Hold people accountable by clearly stating expectations, providing exemplars, and implementing accountability measures.
• Use data to make decisions and compel action.
• Follow the continuous improvement cycle.
• Ensure consistent campus tenure, where principals remain on campus for 3-10 years.

Improving instruction

• Work relentlessly to improve achievement by focusing on the quality of instruction.
• Define and promote high expectations.
• Connect directly with teachers and the classroom.
• Encourage continuous professional learning.
• Emphasize research-based strategies to improve teaching and learning and initiate discussions about instructional approaches

Creating a culture of excellence

• Ensure both adults and children put learning at the center of their daily activities.
• Focus on building a sense of school community to combat teacher isolation, closed doors, negativism, defeatism, and teacher resistance.
• Engage parents and others outside the immediate school community, such as local business people.