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Practicum/Capstone Activity List & WI Content Guidelines for Principal Licensure


Name

Michael Johnson

Mentor

Dr. Penny Reedy

Date

12/29/14

Below is list of activities under each of the WAS 2-7, (Standard 1 is integrated into the other standards). You and your local mentor
are to select relevant activities under each standard that align to the WCG. You will be expected to complete an activity for each of
the WCG by the end of your practicum course which you will register for during your last semester for the principal license (unless
an exception is granted by the program Director).
You need to complete some activities at the elementary and high school or the middle school and either the high school or
elementary level. The point is that, it is important to have experiences at, at least two levels because your license will be a PK-12
license.
Once you have agreed on the activities for each standard, and your local mentor has signed (initials) off, please scan and return this
document along with the agreement form, the application and mentor resume to the Director at Viterbo University, these documents
should be included in our electronic portfolio. Your electronic portfolio needs to be shared with your Viterbo advisor.
You should start these activities during the second semester of the program to ensure they are completed by the end of the
program.
Wisconsin Administrative Standard (WAS) 1 (the teaching standards) is incorporated into the WCGs. WAS 3 is the first standard
with the Teaching Standards incorporated into it (you need one activity completed for the listing of teaching standards) .

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Wisconsin Content Guidelines for Principals aligned with WAS.


WAS 2 The Administrator leads by facilitating the development , articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a vision of learning that is
shared by the local community.
Covered in Courses EDUL 634, 635, 636, 640
Listed below are activities that can be completed to
demonstrate your understanding of the WI Content Guidelines
(WCG). The letter(s) at the end indicate the WCG that it is
aligned to.

Indicate what
Content
Guideline this
will align with

Local

Number

Mentor

Of

Initials

Approximat
e Hours for
this Activity

Level
H.S., M.S.,
Elemen.,
Dist.

1. On committee to develop and/or review District &/or


School Vision/Mission A

DPR

MS

2. Evaluate present Vision/Mission & Goals and propose a


process to modify, if needed - A

DPR

MS

3. Served on District &/or School Improvement committee H


&B

B/H

DPR

MS

4. Served on District &/or School Data retreat team H & D

D/H

DPR

MS

5. Collected data and assisted with its analysis to see if


benchmark goals were being met - C

DPR

MS

6. Analyze Test Data to Improve Instruction F*

DPR

10

MS

7. Served a committee to plan and implement the new site


plan - G

DPR

10

MS

8. Met with school community to share data analysis aligned


to the vision/mission E

DPR

10

MS

9. Assist with the development of assessment instruments to


ascertain school attainment and/or growth toward goals/
benchmarks E

DPR

MS

10. Principal for a Day (Note can be broken up over several


days) A

DPR

MS

G/B

DPR

MS

12. Completed course assignments aligned to guideline


indicate appropriate essential question & course A, B, C, D, E,
F, G, H

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13. Other activities unique to your district


_____________________________________ A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
H

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11. Analyze Data on WINSS website and share information


with appropriate school community members G,B

There will be a separate document entitled Practicum Verification Form for Principals that can be included in your file at
Viterbo.
A Wisconsin principal will demonstrate proficient performance in the following:
Content Guidelines for WAS 2

Local Mentor Verification Signature indicating an activity was


completed which demonstrate an understanding of the content
guidelines.

A. Use collaborative process for developing and


implementing a vision for student learning

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B. Align the Schools Vision with the district and


community at large.

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C. Communicate and build support for vision with


stakeholders.

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D. Support the vision by creating a results-oriented focus


to increasing student achievement.

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E. Use data to inform the development, support and


evaluation of a shared vision and mission.

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F. Lead the process of setting and monitoring the goals


based on the vision.

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G. Lead the change process to increase student


achievement.

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the effectiveness of the schools vision and progress
toward goals

WAS 3: The administrator leads by advocating, nurturing and sustaining a school culture and instructional program conducive to
pupil learning and staff professional growth
Covered in Courses EDUL 634, 635, 636, 639,640
Listed below are activities that can be completed to
demonstrate your understanding of the WI Content Guidelines
(WCG). The letter(s) at the end indicate the WCG that it is
aligned to.

Indicate what
Content
Guideline this
will align with

Local
Mentor
Initials

Number
Of
Approximate
Hours for this
Activity

Level
H.S., M.S.,
Elemen.,
Dist.

1. Use/ participated in a schools CSI process /system: School


Improvement team, NCA, Baldrige (A/H)

A/H

DPR

MS

2. Examine the new common core standards; curriculum,


instruction, assessment - B/E, TS

B/E,TS 7/8

DPR

MS

3. Suggest & Provide information on Effective Teaching


Strategies C, TS

C,TS 4

DPR

MS

4. Serve on a committee dealing with school RTI Tiered


Activities C, TS

C, TS 2/3/5

DPR

MS

5. Collaborate to Identify and Assess At-Risk Students


Needs & Placement if needed D, TS

D, TS 2

DPR

MS

6. Plan Educational Programs for Exceptional and Diverse


Students C/E

C/E

DPR

MS

7. Appraise the RTI/Differentiation framework to address


diverse learning needs -C/E/G, TS

DPR

MS

8. Assist with the Understanding, Implementation and analysis C


of Data of PBIS -C

DPR

MS

9. Research & Inspect formal teacher evaluation process and


how it improves student learning -A

DPR

MS

10. Construct/implement a professional development plan


that is aligned with CSI plan -F

DPR

MS

11. Serve on a Climate/Culture Committee Staff


Development committee -A

DPR

MS

12. Become a mentor to a new teacher in the school/district D, TS 1


D, TS

DPR

10

MS

13. Prepare a report on the school for the Board of Education


and/or Community Group H

DPR

MS

14. Attend a Professional Conference and present concepts to


colleagues F

DPR

10

MS

15. Assist with the Development of PLCs in your school or


other collegial program F

DPR

10

MS

16. Investigate root cause analysis affecting student


achievement of a particular group of students in your building
-B

DPR

MS

17. Other Activities Unique to your school/district


____________________________________ A, B,C, D, E, F

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18. Complete course assignments aligned to content guidelines Click here to


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was used

DPR

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19. Other activities unique to your district


_____________________________________ A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
H

DPR

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C/E/G, TS
2/3/5

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A Wisconsin principal will demonstrate proficient performance in the following:

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There will be a separate document entitled Practicum Verification Form for Principals that can be included in your file at
Viterbo.

Local Mentor Verification Signature indicating


an activity was completed which demonstrate
an understanding of the content guideline.
A. Establish high expectations and build organizational systems that
result in high performing schools

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B. Create and implement comprehensive, rigorous coherent


curricular program based on WI. Model Academic Standards

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C. Establish a learning environment with instructional programs that


meet diverse learning needs/interest of students and leads to
increased student achievement

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D. Supervise instruction and provide support to insure staff is


increasing achievement for every student

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E. Facilitate and supervise staff in the design and use of standards


based assessment to evaluate student learning, indentify
interventions, report student progress, and increase student
achievement.

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F. Promote a collegial learning culture that supports on- going


professional development focused on achievement for every
student

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G. Monitor the use of differentiated strategies, materials, and


technologies to maximize instructional time and to ensure high
levels of achievement

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H. Monitor and evaluate the impact of instructional program for


continuous improvement to assure high levels of student
achievement

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Teacher Standards 1. Understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures

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of the disciplines he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make these
aspects of subject matter meaningful for pupils.

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Teaching Standard 2. Understands how children with broad ranges of ability learn and
provides instruction that supports their intellectual, social, and personal development.
Teaching Standard 3. Understands how pupils differ in their approaches to learning and
the barriers that impede learning and can adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of
pupils, including those with disabilities and exceptionalities.

Teaching Standard 4- Understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including


the use of technology to encourage childrens development of critical thinking, problem
solving, and performance skills.

Teaching Standard 5- Uses understanding of individual and group motivation and


behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction,
active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.

Teaching Standard 7 - Organizes and plans systematic instruction based upon knowledge of

subject matter, pupils, the community, and curriculum goals.


Teaching Standard - 8 Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and
ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the pupil.

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WAS 4 The Administrator ensures management of the organization, operations, finances, and resources for
a safe, efficient, and effective learning environment.
Covered in courses EDUL 635, 636, 638, 639, 640
Listed below are activities that can be completed to
demonstrate your understanding of the WI Content Guidelines
(WCG). The letter(s) at the end indicate the WCG that it is
aligned to.

Indicate what
Content
Guideline this
will align with

Local
Mentor
Initials

Number
Of
Approximat
e Hours for
this Activity

Level
H.S., M.S.,
Elemen.,
Dist.

1. Assisted in the development of the masters schedule and/


or supervision schedule. A/F

A/F

DPR

MS

2. Served on a school hiring process from the beginning to the


end for employees on two different levels (teachers,
custodians, cooks etc.)- B

DPR

MS

3. Recommend possible modifications and/or changes to the


present evaluation process - B

DPR

MS

4. Serve on a committee to review (update) present safety


plan, run a mock lock down, fire drill or similar crisis situation
C, TS

C, TS 6

DPR

MS

5. Assist in the allocation of money to different departments,


levels as part of the budgeting process D, TS

D, TS 6

DPR

MS

6. Understand the process of requesting materials through to


the payment of the bill (P.O to payment of bill) -D

DPR

MS

7. Review, update, monitor at least three different jobs in a


school (custodian, teacher assistant, secretary, cook, nurse ..)
-B

DPR

MS

8. Review the activities at a school that occur outside the


G
regular school day & there alignment with the school mission G

DPR

MS

9. Describe a system used to distribute leadership to enhance


learning and empower staff H.

DPR

MS

10. Assist with implementation/development of RTI/PBIS or


Student Management Program -F

DPR

MS

11. Complete course assignments aligned to content guidelines Click here to


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was used

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12. Other activities unique to your district


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There will be a separate document entitled Practicum Verification Form for Principals that can be included in your file at
Viterbo.

A Wisconsin principal will demonstrate proficient performance in the following :

Standard 4 Content Guidelines

Local Mentor Verification Signature indicating an


activity was completed which demonstrate and
understanding of the content guideline.

A. Develop, align, monitor, and evaluate management systems


through short and long-term strategic planning processes to
focus on student achievement

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B. Recruit, select, induct, evaluate, supervise and retain highly


qualified staff to support effective instructional practices that
lead to high levels of student achievement

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C. Establish and sustain a safe, efficient, healthy and productive


school environment that nurtures student achievement and
supports the well-being of students, staff, families and
community

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D. Identify, obtain, allocate, and monitor appropriate funds and


other resources for the short and long-term educational needs of
the students and staff.

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E. Model effective communication, decision-making, time


management and current technology practices for school
management and business procedures.

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F. Ensure teacher and organizational time is focused to support


effective instruction to increase student achievement

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G. Manage all aspects of the educational organization, including cocurricular and extra-curricular school programs

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H. Establish and sustain distributed leadership to increase the


achievement of all students

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Teaching Standard 6. Uses effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques as well
as instructional media and technology to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive
interaction in the classroom.

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Aligns with Administrator Standard: (4) Management

WAS 5: The administrator models collaborating with families and community members, responding to diverse
community interests and needs, and mobilizing community resources.

Covered in course EDUL 635


Listed below are activities that can be completed to
demonstrate your understanding of the WI Content Guidelines
(WCG). The letter(s) at the end indicate the WCG that it is
aligned to.

Indicate what
Content
Guideline this
will align with

Local
Mentor
Initials

Number Of
Approximat
e Hours for
this Activity

Level
H.S., M.S.,
Elemen.,
Dist.

1. Arrange a school/community wide event; student/parent


orientation, PTO meeting, member of community
organization, etc.- A ,TS

A, TS 1,3,9,10

DPR

10

MS

2. Assist with the development/planning of School-Community


Program A

DPR

10

MS

3. Work with planning meetings with the PTA/PTO or similar


organizations G, TS

G, TS 1,3,9,10

DPR

MS

4. Assist with the development of a relationship between the


school and a business/organization partnership A

DPR

MS

5. Prepare a News Release & become familiar with the


process/guidelines G

DPR

MS

6. Oversee Volunteer Program Hours/Placement/Recruitment C


C

DPR

MS

7. Work in the School office taking phone calls from the


parents and/or community members G

DPR

MS

8. Survey community to elicit recommendations B

DPR

MS

9. Develop program to improve parent involvement in schools


E/F

E/F

DPR

MS

10. Join/Facilitate/Start Culturally Proficient organization to


assist school and community E, TS

E,TS 1,3,9,10

DPR

MS

11. Review and make recommendation on School celebrations


aligned with ethnic composition of community F

DPR

MS

12. Develop orientation program, video production, website


and printed material to ensure a welcoming message to
families new to the community/school C

DPR

MS

13. Welcome and assist substitute teachers start the day G

DPR

MS

14. Present the school program to community organizations


G

DPR

MS

15. Ensure all ethnic, socioeconomic and diverse community


groups are recognized and included in school activities E

E/G

DPR

MS

17. Contact or Access Community Resources to Provide Family/ C


Student enrichment C

DPR

MS

18. Review and/or establish family, community, business,


institutional , and/or civic organization D

DPR

MS

19. Assess academic/career guidance and decision-making B

DPR

MS

20. Write letter to the editor of the local paper TS, A

A, TS 9

DPR

MS

21. Organize an environment of cultural proficiency that


impacts student learning (B/C/E/H)

B/C/E/H

DPR

MS

22. Analyze school/community /family resources that assist


with student learning - D

DPR

MS

23. Create programs or activities that recognize the unique


diverse culture of your school/community - F

DPR

MS

16. Plan and conduct a school fund-raiser G

24. Plan multiple forms of communication with stakeholders


(students, staff, parents, community) through technology,
focus groups, one on one, large/small group meetings, media,
etc. -G

DPR

MS

25. Assist with promoting and implementing a multi-cultural


curriculum that re-enforces diversity in the school/community
-H

DPR

MS

26. Completed course assignments aligned to content


guidelines and indicate appropriate essential questions and
course that reinforces guideline.

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27. Other activities unique to your district


_____________________________________ A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
H

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DPR

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There will be a separate document entitled Practicum Verification Form for Principals that can be included in your file at
Viterbo.
A Wisconsin principal will demonstrate proficient performance in the following:

Standard 5 Content Guidelines

Local Mentor Verification Signature indicating an activity


was completed which demonstrate an understanding of
the content guideline.

A. Attend, facilitate, participate in school wide community events Click here to enter text.
B. Involve diverse community groups to develop trust, support/
implement programs and services to increase student
achievement

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C. Identify and use diverse community resources to develop and


improve programs and partnerships and to meet the needs of
all students and stakeholders

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D. Collaborate with families, community, service providers, and


other key decision-makers to increase student achievement

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E. Recognize, respect and respond to the needs of diverse families Click here to enter text.
and community groups

F. Create and sustain celebrations, traditions, and customs that


promote awareness of and respect for diversity

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G. Employ multiple communication strategies to engage and


collaborate effectively with all stakeholders

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H. Use culturally-responsive practices that acknowledge and value


diversity

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Teaching Standard 1-Understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures
of the disciplines he or she teaches and can create learning experiences that make
these aspects of subject matter meaningful for pupils.

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Aligns with Administrator Standard: (3) Instructional Program, (5) Family/community


Relations and (7) Context

Teaching Standard 3 - Understands how pupils differ in their approaches to learning and
the barriers that impede learning and can adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of
pupils, including those with disabilities and exceptionalities.
Aligns with Administrator Standard: (3) Instructional Program, (5) Family/Community
Relations, and (7) Context
Teaching Standard 9 Is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effect of his

or her choices and actions on pupils, parents, professionals in the learning community
and others and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.
Aligns with Administrator Standard: (5) Family/Community Relations, and (6) Ethics
Teaching Standard 10 Fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and

agencies in the larger community to support pupil learning and well being and who acts
with integrity, fairness and in an ethical manner.
Aligns with Administrator Standard: (5) Family/Community Relations, (6) Ethics, and (7)
Context

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WAS 6 The Administrator acts with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner (Ethics).
Covered in courses EDUL 634, 635, 638, 639

Listed below are activities that can be completed to


demonstrate your understanding of the WI Content Guidelines
(WCG). The letter(s) at the end indicate the WCG that it is
aligned to.

Indicate what Local


Content
Mentor
Guideline this Initials
will align with

Number
Of
Approximat
e Hours for
this Activity

Level
H.S., M.S.,
Elemen.,
Dist.

1. Participate on a committee to write, implement, monitor


the schools RTI and/or PBIS programs -A

DPR

MS

2. Serve on a committee to review the performance of subgroups on standardized assessments B, C

B/C

DPR

MS

3. Reviewed the disciplinary, attendance and special education


records for disproportionality - B Local Mentor Verification
Signature indicating an activity was completed which
demonstrate and understanding of the content guideline.

B/C

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4. Review school policies as part of a committee to ensure


confidentiality guidelines are followed along with a culture of
trust C

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5. Conduct a climate survey of your school, internal or external B


or both. - B

DPR

MS

6. Describe the decision-making process used in your school E

DPR

MS

7. Analyze the extended day activities, clubs, tutoring,


academic , the arts, athletics T.S

TS 10

DPR

MS

8. Complete other activities unique to your school A E

A/E

DPR

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9. Oversee the IEP process from start to finish for a student - D

DPR

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10. Complete course assignments aligned to content guidelines


and indicate appropriate Essential Questions and the course it
was used

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DPR

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MS

11. Other activities unique to your district


_____________________________________ A, B, C, D, E, F, G,
H

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DPR

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text.

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There will be a separate document entitled Practicum Verification Form for Principals that can be included in your file at
Viterbo.

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Standard 6 Content Guidelines
A. Formulate a building-level leadership platform grounded in
ethical standards and practices that promotes a sense of
urgency for increasing achievement for every student.

Local Mentor Verification Signature indicating an activity was


completed which demonstrate and understanding of the
content guideline.
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B. Develop, implement and evaluate school policies, programs Click here to enter text.
and practices that ensure social justice, equity,
confidentiality, inclusion and respect between and among
students, parents, faculty, and the community to support
student achievement.
C. Know, understand, and articulate the relationships among
social justice, culture and student achievement and
promote programs to address inequities within the school
community.

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D. Act with justice and fairness in applying federal laws, state Click here to enter text.
laws and district policies as related to educational issues.
E. Model principles of self-awareness, reflective practice,
transparency, and ethical behavior.

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Teaching Standard 10 - Fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and


agencies in the larger community to support pupil learning and well being and who
acts with integrity, fairness and in an ethical manner.

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Aligns with Administrator Standard: (5) Family/Community Relations, (6) Ethics, and (7)
Context

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WAS 7: The administrator understands, responds to, and interacts with the larger political, social, economic,
legal, and cultural that affects schooling.
Covered in courses EDUL 637, 638, 639
Listed below are activities that can be completed to
demonstrate your understanding of the WI Content Guidelines
(WCG). The letter(s) at the end indicate the WCG that it is
aligned to.

Indicate what Local


Content
Mentor
Guideline this Initials
will align with

Number
Of
Approximat
e Hours for
this Activity

Level
H.S., M.S.,
Elemen.,
Dist.

1. Discuss with local, state, or federal decision makers to


enhance student learning (A).

DPR

MS

2. Devise equitable and cultural curriculum, instruction and


assessment in the school (B).

DPR

MS

3. Practice/model respect for all students/staff through


personal actions (C).

DPR

MS

4. Identify emerging trends in education with stakeholders (D).

DPR

MS

5. Interpret the legal issues and policies that impact the


school/community (E).

DPR

MS

6. Assess school issues that have a political, social, cultural,


economic, and historical impact (F).

DPR

MS

7. Completed course assignments aligned to content guidelines


and indicate appropriate essential questions and course that
reinforces guideline.

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8. Write, email, call or meet with area legislators in an order


to influence and/or update policy A

DPR

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9. Evaluate School Programs for Political, Cultural, Economic


and Legal Correctness B

DPR

MS

10. Actively participate in Cultural Events, Organizations and/


or conferences C

DPR

MS

11. Write a letter to the editor to inform public on an


educational issue - D

DPR

MS

12. Write a letter for publication in a professional magazine - D

DPR

MS

13. Receive and read Legal Clips on at least a weekly time


frame - E

DPR

MS

14. Read articles on Current trends and issues in a couple of


professional organization magazines D

DPR

MS

15. Review/Develop/Apply Anti-Harassment Policy and


Strategies Bullying Policy C

DPR

MS

16. Actively participate in professional contract negotiations E E

DPR

MS

17. Lesson plan for a class and unit T.S.

TS 1,2,3,4

DPR

MS

18. Meeting Correspondence with Parent/Guardian T.S.

TS 10

DPR

10

MS

19. Other Activities unique to your school


____________________ A, B, C, D, E

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DPR

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20. Complete course assignments aligned to content guidelines


and indicate appropriate Essential Questions and the course it
was used

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enter text.

DPR

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to enter
text.

MS

There will be a separate document entitled Practicum Verification Form for Principals that can be included in your file at
Viterbo.

A Wisconsin principal will demonstrate proficient performance in the following:


Local Mentor Verification Signature indicating an
activity was completed which demonstrate an
understanding of the content guideline.

Standard 7 Content Guidelines

A. Foster collaborative relationships and generate support for the


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school through open communication with local, state, and federal
decision-makers
B. Advocate for school policies, programs and instructional practices
that promote an equitable and culturally relevant instructional
program

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a respect for and application of diversity
D. Identify and communicate emerging trends and issues likely to
impact the school

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E. Ensure that the school complies with all legal, regulatory and
policy requirements

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F. Analyze and resolve school problems considering the larger


political, social, cultural, economic and historical context

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