Development and Implementation of a Shared Vision
Education leaders facilitate the development and implementation of a shared vision of learning and growth of all students.
Elements of Standard 1
Elements and example indicators
The element statements and example indicators below reproduce the state framework. Open an Element to review its indicators and follow any indicator link for the corresponding detailed SDLA resource page.
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Element 1A: Student–Centered Vision
Leaders shape a collective vision that uses multiple measures of data and focuses on equitable access, opportunities, and outcomes for all students.
- Advance support for the academic, linguistic, cultural, social-emotional, behavioral, and physical development of each learner.
- Cultivate multiple learning opportunities and support systems that build on student assets and address student needs.
- Address achievement and opportunity disparities between student groups, with attention to those with special needs; cultural, racial, and linguistic differences; and disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds.
- Emphasize the expectation that all students will meet content and performance standards.
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Element 1B: Developing Shared Vision
Leaders engage others in a collaborative process to develop a vision of teaching and learning that is shared and supported by all stakeholders.
- Embrace diverse perspectives and craft consensus about the vision and goals.
- Communicate the vision so the staff and school community understands it and uses it for decision-making.
- Build shared accountability to achieve the vision by distributing leadership roles and responsibilities among staff and community.
- Align the vision and goals with local, state, and federal education laws and regulations.
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Element 1C: Vision Planning and Implementation
Leaders guide and monitor decisions, actions, and outcomes using the shared vision and goals.
- Include all stakeholders in a process of continuous improvement (reflection, revision, and modification) based on the systematic review of evidence and progress.
- Use evidence (including, but not limited to student achievement, attendance, behavior and school climate data, research, and best practices) to shape and revise plans, programs, and activities that advance the vision.
- Marshal, equitably allocate, and efficiently use human, fiscal, and technological resources aligned with the vision of learning for all students.