KENTUCKY
(90.95% responded)
ANDERSON COUNTY
(86.96% responded)
Kentucky Elementary Schools
(92.63% responded)
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
(100.00% responded)
a. Class sizes are reasonable such that teachers have the time available to meet the needs of all students.
KENTUCKY
n = 41223
/ dk = 198
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19406
/ dk = 93
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
b. Teachers have time available to collaborate with colleagues.
KENTUCKY
n = 41062
/ dk = 216
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19343
/ dk = 94
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
c. Teachers are allowed to focus on educating students with minimal interruptions
KENTUCKY
n = 40940
/ dk = 201
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19282
/ dk = 96
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
d. The non-instructional time provided for teachers in my school is sufficient.
KENTUCKY
n = 40865
/ dk = 393
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19213
/ dk = 211
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
e. Efforts are made to minimize the amount of routine paperwork teachers are required to do.
KENTUCKY
n = 40688
/ dk = 590
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 192
/ dk = 7
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19139
/ dk = 298
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
f. Teachers have sufficient instructional time to meet the needs of all students.
KENTUCKY
n = 40947
/ dk = 309
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19266
/ dk = 161
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
g. Teachers are protected from duties that interfere with their essential role of educating students.
KENTUCKY
n = 40791
/ dk = 525
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 193
/ dk = 6
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19228
/ dk = 226
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
a. Individual planning time
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17618
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
b. Collaborative planning time
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17585
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
c. Supervisory duties
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17526
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
d. Required committee and/or staff meetings
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17500
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
e. Completing required administrative paperwork
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17505
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
f. Preparing for/participating in the teacher evaluation process?
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17529
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
g. Communicating with parents/guardians and/or the community
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17603
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
h. Addressing student discipline issues
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17601
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
i. Professional learning
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17321
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
j. Preparation for required federal, state, and local assessments
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17558
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
k. Delivery of assessments
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17599
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
l. Utilizing results of assessments
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17598
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
Q2.3 In an average week of teaching, how many hours do you spend on school-related activities outside the regular school work day (before or after school, and/or on weekends)?
None
Less than or equal to 1 hour
More than 1 hour but less than or equal to 3 hours
More than 3 hours but less than or equal to 5 hours
More than 5 hours but less than or equal to 10 hours
More than 10 hours
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17687
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
a. Teachers have sufficient access to appropriate instructional materials.
KENTUCKY
n = 41160
/ dk = 225
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19371
/ dk = 111
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
b. Teachers have sufficient access to instructional technology, including computers, printers, software and internet access.
KENTUCKY
n = 41157
/ dk = 141
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19381
/ dk = 69
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
c. Teachers have sufficient support to use effectively the state-approved electronic platform (i.e., CIITS, EDS).
KENTUCKY
n = 39909
/ dk = 1379
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 185
/ dk = 14
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18787
/ dk = 655
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 32
/ dk = 3
d. Teachers have access to reliable communication technology, including phones, faxes and email.
KENTUCKY
n = 41021
/ dk = 223
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19333
/ dk = 97
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 1
e. Teachers have sufficient access to office equipment and supplies such as copy machines, paper, pens, etc.
KENTUCKY
n = 41106
/ dk = 187
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19370
/ dk = 81
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
f. Teachers have sufficient access to a broad range of professional support personnel.
KENTUCKY
n = 40965
/ dk = 338
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 199
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19321
/ dk = 129
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
g. The school environment is clean and well maintained.
KENTUCKY
n = 41011
/ dk = 378
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19321
/ dk = 173
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
h. Teachers have adequate space to work productively.
KENTUCKY
n = 40960
/ dk = 260
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19291
/ dk = 122
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
i. The physical environment of classrooms in this school supports teaching and learning.
KENTUCKY
n = 40934
/ dk = 280
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19254
/ dk = 136
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
j. The reliability and speed of Internet connections in this school are sufficient to support instructional practices.
KENTUCKY
n = 41067
/ dk = 223
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19330
/ dk = 112
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
k. Teachers have sufficient access to the library and media facilities.
KENTUCKY
n = 40803
/ dk = 485
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 4
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19256
/ dk = 191
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
a. Parents/guardians are influential decision makers in this school.
KENTUCKY
n = 39273
/ dk = 2116
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 193
/ dk = 7
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18784
/ dk = 703
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
b. This school maintains clear, two-way communication with the community.
KENTUCKY
n = 40410
/ dk = 903
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 4
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19143
/ dk = 303
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 32
/ dk = 3
c. This school does a good job of encouraging parent/guardian involvement.
KENTUCKY
n = 40593
/ dk = 704
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 199
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19309
/ dk = 142
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
d. Teachers provide parents/guardians with useful information about student learning.
KENTUCKY
n = 40688
/ dk = 634
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19247
/ dk = 208
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 1
e. Parents/guardians know what is going on in this school.
KENTUCKY
n = 40125
/ dk = 1182
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19126
/ dk = 326
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 32
/ dk = 3
f. Parents/guardians support teachers, contributing to their success with students.
KENTUCKY
n = 40354
/ dk = 824
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 191
/ dk = 8
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19108
/ dk = 279
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
g. Community members support teachers, contributing to their success with students.
KENTUCKY
n = 39600
/ dk = 1689
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18813
/ dk = 629
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
h. The community we serve is supportive of this school.
KENTUCKY
n = 39842
/ dk = 1433
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18884
/ dk = 547
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 1
a. Students at this school understand expectations for their conduct.
KENTUCKY
n = 41161
/ dk = 136
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19396
/ dk = 48
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
b. Students at this school follow rules of conduct.
KENTUCKY
n = 41086
/ dk = 131
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19361
/ dk = 44
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
c. Policies and procedures about student conduct are clearly understood by the faculty.
KENTUCKY
n = 40949
/ dk = 202
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19307
/ dk = 69
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 1
d. School administrators consistently enforce rules for student conduct.
KENTUCKY
n = 40883
/ dk = 371
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 199
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19280
/ dk = 151
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
e. School administrators support teachers' efforts to maintain discipline in the classroom.
KENTUCKY
n = 40878
/ dk = 313
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19268
/ dk = 130
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
f. Teachers consistently enforce rules for student conduct.
KENTUCKY
n = 40861
/ dk = 359
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 199
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19282
/ dk = 112
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
g. The faculty work in a school environment that is safe.
KENTUCKY
n = 40943
/ dk = 264
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19297
/ dk = 100
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
a. Teachers are recognized as educational experts.
KENTUCKY
n = 40863
/ dk = 338
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19257
/ dk = 141
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
b. Teachers are trusted to make sound professional decisions about instruction.
KENTUCKY
n = 40851
/ dk = 238
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19231
/ dk = 113
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
c. Teachers are relied upon to make decisions about educational issues.
KENTUCKY
n = 40707
/ dk = 365
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19173
/ dk = 158
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
d. Teachers are encouraged to participate in school leadership roles.
KENTUCKY
n = 40656
/ dk = 456
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19206
/ dk = 160
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
e. The faculty has an effective process for making group decisions to solve problems.
KENTUCKY
n = 39921
/ dk = 1189
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18895
/ dk = 465
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
f. In this school we take steps to solve problems.
KENTUCKY
n = 40456
/ dk = 671
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19120
/ dk = 262
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
g. Teachers are effective leaders in this school.
KENTUCKY
n = 40668
/ dk = 425
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19183
/ dk = 163
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
a. Selecting instructional materials and resources
KENTUCKY
n = 39885
/ dk = 1477
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 190
/ dk = 10
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18750
/ dk = 728
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
b. Devising teaching techniques
KENTUCKY
n = 40371
/ dk = 886
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 6
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18935
/ dk = 495
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
c. Setting grading and student assessment practices
KENTUCKY
n = 40110
/ dk = 1104
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 193
/ dk = 7
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18745
/ dk = 663
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
d. Determining the content of in-service professional learning programs
KENTUCKY
n = 39523
/ dk = 1743
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 188
/ dk = 10
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18628
/ dk = 808
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
e. Establishing student discipline procedures
KENTUCKY
n = 40268
/ dk = 1022
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 6
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18965
/ dk = 479
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
f. Providing input on how the school budget will be spent
KENTUCKY
n = 38581
/ dk = 2700
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 184
/ dk = 16
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18222
/ dk = 1216
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
g. Selecting teachers new to this school
KENTUCKY
n = 39041
/ dk = 2297
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 190
/ dk = 8
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18458
/ dk = 1007
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
h. Planning school improvement
KENTUCKY
n = 39531
/ dk = 1702
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 6
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18687
/ dk = 742
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
i. Leading professional learning
KENTUCKY
n = 40127
/ dk = 1078
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 193
/ dk = 6
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18937
/ dk = 465
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
j. Modeling instructional methods, assessments, and/or classroom management
KENTUCKY
n = 40305
/ dk = 949
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 6
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18990
/ dk = 435
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
Q6.5 Teachers have an appropriate level of influence on decision making in this school.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
n = number of responses
dk = number of "don't know" responses
KENTUCKY
n = 40242
/ dk = 1144
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 193
/ dk = 7
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18971
/ dk = 509
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
a. The faculty and leadership have a shared vision.
KENTUCKY
n = 40605
/ dk = 776
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 4
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19179
/ dk = 306
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
b. There is an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect in this school.
KENTUCKY
n = 40856
/ dk = 407
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19252
/ dk = 175
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
c. Teachers feel comfortable raising issues and concerns that are important to them.
KENTUCKY
n = 40660
/ dk = 611
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19157
/ dk = 274
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
d. The school leadership consistently supports teachers.
KENTUCKY
n = 40781
/ dk = 540
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19215
/ dk = 240
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
e. Teachers are held to high professional standards for delivering instruction.
KENTUCKY
n = 41027
/ dk = 261
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19335
/ dk = 103
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
f. The school leadership facilitates using data to improve student learning.
KENTUCKY
n = 40832
/ dk = 482
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19307
/ dk = 152
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
g. Teacher performance is assessed objectively.
KENTUCKY
n = 40261
/ dk = 1090
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19011
/ dk = 457
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
h. Teachers receive feedback that can help them improve teaching.
KENTUCKY
n = 40528
/ dk = 766
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 4
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19124
/ dk = 318
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
i. The procedures for teacher evaluation are consistent.
KENTUCKY
n = 39965
/ dk = 1284
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 4
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18885
/ dk = 532
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
j. The school improvement team provides effective leadership at this school.
KENTUCKY
n = 37443
/ dk = 3767
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 186
/ dk = 13
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17824
/ dk = 1587
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
k. The faculty are recognized for accomplishments.
KENTUCKY
n = 40621
/ dk = 601
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19130
/ dk = 270
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
a. Leadership issues
KENTUCKY
n = 38779
/ dk = 2558
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 188
/ dk = 11
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18351
/ dk = 1113
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
b. Facilities and resources
KENTUCKY
n = 40068
/ dk = 1204
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 190
/ dk = 8
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18932
/ dk = 503
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
c. The use of time in my school
KENTUCKY
n = 40074
/ dk = 1205
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 189
/ dk = 8
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18924
/ dk = 513
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
d. Professional learning
KENTUCKY
n = 40158
/ dk = 1105
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18979
/ dk = 459
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
e. Teacher leadership
KENTUCKY
n = 39606
/ dk = 1617
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 193
/ dk = 7
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18731
/ dk = 684
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
f. Community support and involvement
KENTUCKY
n = 39198
/ dk = 2002
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 191
/ dk = 9
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18641
/ dk = 762
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
g. Managing student conduct
KENTUCKY
n = 40541
/ dk = 754
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19149
/ dk = 305
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
h. Instructional practices and support
KENTUCKY
n = 40305
/ dk = 938
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19038
/ dk = 385
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
i. New teacher support
KENTUCKY
n = 38175
/ dk = 3029
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 188
/ dk = 11
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17976
/ dk = 1418
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 32
/ dk = 3
a. Teachers on the school council are representative of the faculty (i.e. experience, subject/grade, etc.)
KENTUCKY
n = 37388
/ dk = 3856
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 184
/ dk = 16
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18455
/ dk = 1006
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
b. Parents on the school council are representative of the diversity within the school community.
KENTUCKY
n = 34364
/ dk = 6793
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 174
/ dk = 24
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17388
/ dk = 2031
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
/ dk = 2
c. The school council makes decisions that positively impact instruction (i.e. curriculum, instructional practices, etc.).
KENTUCKY
n = 35909
/ dk = 5242
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 176
/ dk = 23
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17827
/ dk = 1595
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
d. The school council makes decisions that positively impact school staffing and schedules.
KENTUCKY
n = 35705
/ dk = 5441
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 178
/ dk = 22
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17727
/ dk = 1688
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
e. Overall, the school council provides effective leadership in this school.
KENTUCKY
n = 36269
/ dk = 4850
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 184
/ dk = 15
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17980
/ dk = 1432
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
a. Sufficient resources are available for professional learning in my school.
KENTUCKY
n = 40569
/ dk = 758
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19167
/ dk = 304
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
b. An appropriate amount of time is provided for professional learning.
KENTUCKY
n = 40853
/ dk = 445
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19299
/ dk = 171
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
c. Professional learning offerings are data driven.
KENTUCKY
n = 38522
/ dk = 2679
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 192
/ dk = 8
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18442
/ dk = 977
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
d. Professional learning opportunities are aligned with the school’s improvement plan.
KENTUCKY
n = 37851
/ dk = 3229
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 188
/ dk = 9
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18133
/ dk = 1229
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
e. Professional learning is differentiated to meet the needs of individual teachers.
KENTUCKY
n = 39887
/ dk = 1414
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18901
/ dk = 561
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
f. Decision making about professional learning is guided by evidence from the growth and effectiveness system.
KENTUCKY
n = 36489
/ dk = 4757
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 176
/ dk = 20
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17473
/ dk = 1976
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 2
g. Professional learning deepens teachers' content knowledge.
KENTUCKY
n = 40360
/ dk = 907
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19099
/ dk = 343
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
h. Teachers have sufficient training to fully utilize instructional technology.
KENTUCKY
n = 40506
/ dk = 715
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19113
/ dk = 313
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
i. Teachers are encouraged to reflect on their own practice.
KENTUCKY
n = 40766
/ dk = 477
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 199
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19237
/ dk = 198
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
j. In this school, follow up is provided from professional learning.
KENTUCKY
n = 39668
/ dk = 1456
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 190
/ dk = 7
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18798
/ dk = 591
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
k. Professional learning provides ongoing opportunities for teachers to work with colleagues to refine teaching practices.
KENTUCKY
n = 40284
/ dk = 845
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19030
/ dk = 361
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
l. Professional learning is evaluated and results are communicated to teachers.
KENTUCKY
n = 39033
/ dk = 2124
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 187
/ dk = 12
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18436
/ dk = 962
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 32
/ dk = 3
m. Professional learning enhances teachers' ability to implement instructional strategies that meet diverse student learning needs.
KENTUCKY
n = 40246
/ dk = 864
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 4
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19053
/ dk = 332
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
n. Professional learning enhances teachers' abilities to improve student learning.
KENTUCKY
n = 40373
/ dk = 679
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19102
/ dk = 256
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
o. Teachers contribute to the planning, selection, and/or design of professional learning.
KENTUCKY
n = 39307
/ dk = 1761
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 192
/ dk = 8
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18634
/ dk = 726
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
a. Your content area
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17311
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
b. Kentucky Academic Standards
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17236
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
c. Student assessment
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17240
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
d. Differentiating instruction
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17293
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
e. Special education (students with disabilities)
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17303
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
f. Special education (gifted and talented)
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17209
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
g. English Language Learners
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17217
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
h. Closing the Achievement Gap
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17334
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
i. Methods of teaching
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17182
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
j. Reading strategies
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17210
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
k. Integrating technology into instruction
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17321
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
l. Classroom management techniques
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17150
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
a. Your content area
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17292
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
b. Kentucky Academic Standards
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17132
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 29
c. Student assessment
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17163
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
d. Differentiating instruction
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17128
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
e. Special education (students with disabilities)
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17072
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
f. Special education (gifted and talented)
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 16968
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 29
g. English Language Learners
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 16988
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 29
h. Closing the Achievement Gap
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17054
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 29
i. Methods of teaching
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17118
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
j. Reading strategies
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17158
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
k. Integrating technology into instruction
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17106
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 30
l. Classroom management techniques
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17026
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 28
a. State assessment data are available in time to impact instructional practices.
KENTUCKY
n = 39074
/ dk = 2186
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 6
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18508
/ dk = 931
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
b. Local assessment data are available in time to impact instructional practices.
KENTUCKY
n = 39199
/ dk = 1941
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 197
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18687
/ dk = 702
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
c. Teachers use assessment data to inform their instruction.
KENTUCKY
n = 40114
/ dk = 1037
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19106
/ dk = 297
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
d. Teachers work in professional learning communities to develop and align instructional practices.
KENTUCKY
n = 40290
/ dk = 758
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19046
/ dk = 298
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 33
/ dk = 1
e. Provided supports (i.e. instructional coaching, professional learning communities, etc.) translate to improvements in instructional practices by teachers.
KENTUCKY
n = 39758
/ dk = 1402
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 4
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18893
/ dk = 511
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
f. Teachers are encouraged to try new things to improve instruction.
KENTUCKY
n = 40618
/ dk = 593
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 1
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19172
/ dk = 255
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
g. Teachers are assigned classes that maximize their likelihood of success with students.
KENTUCKY
n = 38771
/ dk = 2385
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 186
/ dk = 13
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18132
/ dk = 1267
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
/ dk = 1
h. Teachers have autonomy to make decisions about instructional delivery (i.e. pacing, materials and pedagogy).
KENTUCKY
n = 40343
/ dk = 799
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 194
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18945
/ dk = 456
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 34
i. The curriculum taught in this school is aligned with Kentucky Academic Standards.
KENTUCKY
n = 40471
/ dk = 640
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 196
/ dk = 3
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19178
/ dk = 196
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
j. An appropriate amount of instructional time is spent on required local assessments in this school.
KENTUCKY
n = 39691
/ dk = 1393
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 195
/ dk = 5
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 18863
/ dk = 515
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
Q10.1 Which of the following best describes your immediate professional plans? (Select one.)
Continue teaching at my current school
Continue teaching in this district but leave this school
Continue teaching in this state but leave this district
Continue working in education but pursue an administrative position
Continue working in education but pursue a non-administrative position
Leave education entirely
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17645
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
Q10.3 Which aspect of your teaching conditions most affects your willingness to keep teaching at your school? (Select one.)
Time during the work day
Facilities and resources
Community support and involvement
Managing student conduct
Teacher leadership
School leadership
Professional learning
Instructional practices and support
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 17425
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
Q10.5 Which aspect of your teaching conditions is most important to you in promoting student learning? (Select one.)
Time during the work day
Facilities and resources
Community support and involvement
Managing student conduct
Teacher leadership
School leadership
Professional learning
Instructional practices and support
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19102
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
Q10.6 Overall, my school is a good place to work and learn.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
n = number of responses
dk = number of "don't know" responses
KENTUCKY
n = 40931
/ dk = 439
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 198
/ dk = 2
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 19317
/ dk = 172
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 35
Q10.7 At this school, we utilize the results from the TELL Kentucky Survey as a tool for school improvement.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
n = number of responses
dk = number of "don't know" responses
KENTUCKY
n = 31630
/ dk = 9388
ANDERSON COUNTY
n = 161
/ dk = 38
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 15350
/ dk = 3973
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 31
/ dk = 4
a. Formally assigned resource teacher/mentor
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2394
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
b. Seminars specifically designed for new teachers
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2383
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
c. Reduced workload
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2377
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
d. Common planning time with other teachers
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2385
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
e. Release time to observe other teachers
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2376
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
f. Formal time to meet with mentor during school hours
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2381
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
g. Orientation for new teachers
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2374
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
h. Access to professional learning communities where I could discuss concerns with other teacher(s)
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2367
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
i. Regular communication with principals, other administrator or department chair
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2377
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
j. Participation in the KTIP program
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2376
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
k. Other
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1969
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
l. I received no additional support as a new teacher.
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1929
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
a. Developing lesson plans
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1730
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
b. Being observed teaching by my resource teacher/mentor
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1721
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
c. Observing my resource teacher's/mentor's teaching
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1723
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
d. Analyzing student work
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1726
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
e. Reviewing results of students' assessments
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1726
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
f. Addressing student or classroom behavioral issues
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1720
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
g. Reflecting on and discussing the effectiveness of my teaching
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1718
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
h. Aligning my lesson planning with the state curriculum and local curriculum
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1725
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
i. Other
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1108
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 1
N/A
a. Instructional strategies
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1722
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
b. Subject matter I teach
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1713
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
c. Classroom management strategies
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1720
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
d. Using data to identify student needs
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1707
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
e. Differentiating instruction based upon individual student needs and characteristics
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1713
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
f. Creating a supportive, equitable classroom where differences are valued
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1713
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
g. Enlisting the help of family members, parents and/or guardians
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1720
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
h. Working collaboratively with other teachers at my school
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1716
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
i. Connecting with key resource professionals (e.g., coaches, counselors, etc.)
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1715
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
j. Complying with policies and procedures
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1716
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
k. Completing administrative paperwork
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1716
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
l. Providing emotional support
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1719
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
m. Other
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1140
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
a. My resource teacher/mentor and I were in the same building.
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1717
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
b. My resource teacher/mentor and I taught in the same content area.
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1717
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
c. My resource teacher/mentor and I taught the same grade level.
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 1710
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 2
N/A
Q11.5 Overall, the additional support I received as a new teacher during this current school year improved my instructional practice.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
n = number of responses
dk = number of "don't know" responses
KENTUCKY
n = 5182
/ dk = 224
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2267
/ dk = 95
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
Q11.6 Overall, the additional support I received as a new teacher during this current school year has helped me to impact my students’ learning.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
n = number of responses
dk = number of "don't know" responses
KENTUCKY
n = 5064
/ dk = 202
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2206
/ dk = 90
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A
Q11.7 Overall, the additional support I received as a new teacher during this current school year has been important in my decision to continue teaching at this school.
Strongly disagree
Disagree
Agree
Strongly agree
n = number of responses
dk = number of "don't know" responses
KENTUCKY
n = 5117
/ dk = 234
Kentucky Elementary Schools
n = 2239
/ dk = 99
EMMA B. WARD ELEMENTARY
n = 3
N/A