I believe the ultimate goal of any leadership position is increasing student achievement and helping students feel like they belong to the school community.  In my role as an vice principal, student achievement is the driving force behind all of my decisions.  I see myself not only as someone who ensures the school is safe, and students are held to certain behavioral expectations, but I am also an instructional leader.  I enjoy working with students and staff to identify potential areas of improvement and cultivate an environment of continual growth.  School climate and culture play a crucial role in increasing student achievement levels and reducing disciplinary issues.  I strive to maintain a positive, supportive, and equitable environment for all.  My role is always fluid and I put my energy and efforts anywhere they might be needed. 

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Below are examples of how I have positively influenced a school's culture and climate, monitored achievement, and helped motivate and inspire students.

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Sparta High School Vice Principal

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• Mange High School Instagram and Facebook pages, highlighting student and staff achievement and activities

• Implement effective administrative policies and procedures to promote a positive learning environment and ensure
  compliance with educational standards

• Serve as building RTI and Data Team coordinator and continually strengthen our updated MTSS tiered system of supports through increasing our tier 1, 2, and 3 interventions

  • Automated process for academic assistance and peer tutoring tier 2 supports using autocrat to instantly email letters to parents, counselor, case manager and VP upon form submission by teacher, counselor, or data team ​

• Work collaboratively with the SEL curriculum team to design monthly lessons and extended homeroom sessions

• Oversee attendance and discipline for all students in two grade levels while working collaboratively across all grade levels with second vice principal, counselors, and child study team

• Work as a team with our ALIGN clinicians for our Alternative to Suspension program involving substance abuse infractions

• Provide guidance to students, parents, and staff members to support students’ academic, social, and behavioral needs

• Serve as a leader on the School-Based Behavioral Threat Assessment Team and develop and implement emergency response plans and protocols to ensure the safety and security of students, staff, and visitors 

  • Conducted a county-wide training on implementing threat assessment teams

• Collaborate with the principal, supervisors, and faculty to develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance student achievement and overall school performance

• Conduct classroom observation to assess teaching effectiveness and instructional strategies, providing constructive
  feedback to support and enhance teacher performance and student learning

• Continually streamlining information, systems, and processes to maximize effectiveness and efficiency of necessary staff tasks, including creating a staff hub

• Recognize students for high achievement through student of the month, kindness matters, and high achievement

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Randolph High School Dean of Students

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• Managed all clubs and activities and worked with students to create relevant organizations that are aligned with our district goals, such as Asian American Pacific Islanders Club, Change 2 Mind, and Nutrition Club 

• Created and ran the first official Randolph High School Instagram and Facebook page

• Designed activities and communications for students and families​

  • Week of Respect/Extended Homeroom Empathy Lesson​

  • Spirit Week

  • School Violence Awareness Week

  • Red Ribbon Week

• Created and continually updated an RHS Guide and an RHS Club Guide to help students navigate the High School and explore our offerings​

• Worked with staff to run a successful Freshman Orientation program

• Implemented a Kindness Everywhere movement - any time a card was turned in, I personally called home and met with the student to recognize their behavior

• Met with students to support them when they struggled emotionally, behaviorally, or academically

• Communicated with the I&RS committee and attendance committee to support students as needed

• Worked closely with our Tomorrow's Leader teacher to facilitate programs for seniors to mentor underclassmen and transfer students

• Created a welcoming environment where students feel comfortable bringing questions and concerns to my office
   

Belvidere High School Teacher

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•  Created a district Climate Survey Plan to be used by the district

  • Will assist in reinforcing positive conditions and addressing vulnerabilities for learning

• During the Covid shutdown, I created a google form for staff to fill out on a weekly basis

  • Collected information to identify students requiring intervention

  • Organized results by level of urgency

  • Shared weekly with counselors and administrative team 

  • Provided students with necessary supports 

• Called families that were not taking advantage of free lunch 

  • Made arrangements to overcome barriers for pickup as needed​

• Implemented a weekly RAP (Responsible, Accountable, Punctual) Awards program during remote learning

  • Students nominated by teachers every Friday

  • Over 200 students nominated each week

• Organized a Virtual Prom Event​

• Collected kindness nominations- monthly raffle for local business gift cards​

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My role as Anti-Bullying Specialist:

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• Bullying Prevention

  • Implemented Start With Hello Week​ - Sandy Hook Promise

  • Implemented Great Kindness Challenge

  • Implemented Random Act of Kindness Challenges

• Investigate all High School HIB cases

• Facilitate School Safety and Climate Team Meetings

• Work towards creating a more positive school climate & culture