Standard 1 Instructional Leadership

Section (b)(1)(A)(i)(V)

TEPSA believes that principals should consistently visit classrooms and meet with teachers/PLCs, teams, etc.; however, this section micromanages daily tasks and does not consider emergencies, central office meetings or other events that often disrupt a daily schedule.

Recommended Revision: "Routinely visit classrooms to monitor and collaborate with staff to improve instruction."

Standard 2 Human Capital

Section (A)(i)(VI)

Remove the phrase "effective" so it reads: "create opportunities for teachers and staff to take on a variety of leadership roles..."

TEPSA believes ALL teachers and staff should have leadership opportunities and decision making abilities to enhance their professional growth and experience.

Standard 3 Executive Leadership

Standard 4 School Culture

We are pleased to see our recommendation for school safety is now included.

Section (B)(iv) 

Given the importance of this concept, we believe the language should be strengthened to read: "The principal creates, oversees, and maintains an atmosphere of safety that provides for the social, emotional, and physical well-being of staff and students."

Section (B)(v)

Due to the individuality of each student, we recommend this section be updated to read: "Discipline. The principal oversees an orderly environment, maintaining expectations for student behavior while implementing a variety of student discipline techniques."