POWER STANDARDS

POWER STANDARDS

EVRER WONDER THE FOLLOWING?

• How does one manage so many action items?
• Where does a principal begin his or her work?
• How can a principal effectively create a SIP?
• How can a principal measure progress?
• What does a principal focus on?

Given the limited time you have with your staff, focus is crucial. We can't do it all. As a leader, it is important to choose what is essential.

POWER STANDARDS PREMISE

• All Standards are not equal in importance
• Distinguish essential from nice to know
• Prioritization, not elimination
• Cover all, but uncover the essential

How To Determine

Data

Endurance-Leverage-Readiness

Endurance—Will this action item provide direction beyond a single week, month, or year?

Leverage—Will this action item provide knowledge and skills that will be of value in multiple areas?

Readiness—Will this action item provide staff with essential knowledge and skills necessary to continuously improve?

Steps

• Use your judgment
• Look for connections to our SIPs
• Look for systems alignment
• Give Feedback