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A Parent Information Guide For Assisting Their Child With The Transition To High School, Wendi Frank
A Parent Information Guide For Assisting Their Child With The Transition To High School, Wendi Frank
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this project was to develop a guide for parents of Eisenhower High School and the various feeder middle schools in the Yakima School District to help the eighth graders transitioning from middle school to high school. The intent of the program was to increase the ninth grade student's academic and social success by having parents involved in the transition along with various transition activities. To accomplish this purpose, a review of current literature, research and selected programs related to transitioning middle school students and parent involvement in the transition, were examined. The culminating guide was designed and …
A Manual For The Small Schol Conversion Of Evergreen High School, Michael T. Sita Iii
A Manual For The Small Schol Conversion Of Evergreen High School, Michael T. Sita Iii
Graduate Student Projects
The project examined key elements of success in large high school conversions to smaller learning community complexes. The review of current research found that the mere act of making schools smaller by size of staff and student population is not enough of a structural change to affect student learning and achievement. Six defining characteristics of a small school were identified as key elements to a learning community that can demonstrate success by significantly improved graduation rates, testing scores and college applications and acceptances. The manual describes a developed six step process which addresses all of the elements which lead to …
Behavior Management Manual For Asa Mercer Middle School, John L. Paloy
Behavior Management Manual For Asa Mercer Middle School, John L. Paloy
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This project examined the creation and implementation of a behavior management manual for Asa Mercer Middle School, in the Seattle School District. The review of current research indicated that school behavior codes and manuals were more successful when they were open for revision and discussion, concise and relevant, used consistently amongst all staff as an educational tool, and containing systems for students to redeem themselves and be rewarded. Included are a concise behavior management manual for students, along with a staff edition with more annotated descriptions and implementation methods. The overall purpose of the manual was to create an educational …
Creating A Small Learning Academy At My. Rainier High School, Gerald A. Turner
Creating A Small Learning Academy At My. Rainier High School, Gerald A. Turner
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This project examined the essential components of a small learning academy to be established at Mt. Rainier High School. The review of current research found that six components are necessary for a small learning academy to be successful when breaking down large comprehensive high schools into small learning communities. The components that are evaluated include personalization of education, creating studentcentered and authentic curriculum, adaptive teaching strategies, performance-based assessment with high expectations, teacher collaboration and professional development, and strong community connections. The overall purpose of the guide is to focus attention on the components that matter in the establishment of the …
A Schoolwide Discipline Plan For Gildo Rey Elementary School, Adam William Couch
A Schoolwide Discipline Plan For Gildo Rey Elementary School, Adam William Couch
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This project examined current related literature as well as discipline plans from six other elementary schools. Some basic tenants of quality discipline plans for elementary schools were found to be trne for most situations. The plan should be clear, have full staff buy-in, and stress prevention. Written for current and future staff members of Gil do Rey Elementary School in Auburn, Washington, the project outlines, defines, and provides appropriate tools for all elements of the plan. The plan was broken down into four main sections. The first section clearly explains universal rnles and expectations of Gildo Rey students. Next, in …
Royal High School's Self Study As A Mechanism For School Improvement, Richard E. Follett
Royal High School's Self Study As A Mechanism For School Improvement, Richard E. Follett
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During the 2002 - 2002 school year Royal High School began the Self Study process for the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges. I served as a Co-Chair for the Self - Study. Successful completion of the Self Study will allow Royal High School to retain its accreditation. The results of the work of 5 committees which met over a fifteen month period will provide Royal High School with a plan for improvement. This plan will allow the staff at Royal High School to better meet the educational needs of our students. Included in this report are the findings and …
A Research Based District Wide Discpline Policy, From Goal To Approval, Timothy Craig Morello
A Research Based District Wide Discpline Policy, From Goal To Approval, Timothy Craig Morello
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In the late 1990's the Wenatchee School District realized that the community and staff were dissatisfied with the state of discipline in the district. The schools, as is the case in the community at large, could no longer rely on traditional approaches to dealing with a growing number of incidents of anti-social behavior. A lack of discipline appeared to be at the root of the problem in the home and subordinately the root of the problem in the schools (McEvoy & Welker, 2000). In addition, disciplinary practices in many schools are inconsistent and ineitable (Skiba & Peterson, 2000). The District …
The Conceptual Guidelines And Considerations For The Development Of Elementary Charter Schools In The State Of Washington, Janice Louise Mirro
The Conceptual Guidelines And Considerations For The Development Of Elementary Charter Schools In The State Of Washington, Janice Louise Mirro
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The purpose of this project was to design a conceptual set of guidelines and considerations for the development of Elementary Charter Schools in the State of Washington. To accomplish this purpose a review ofliterature related to charter schools and their development was conducted followed by a mail reply survey. A wide variety of sources, including journal articles, books, newspaper reports, interviews, and printed material (organizational by-laws, school pamphlets, etc.) from existing charter schools across the nation were studied and synthesized into the findings. As a result of this study a comprehensive conceptual set of guidelines were developed.
An Activities Coordinator's Handbook For Othello High School Othello, Washington, Matthew A. Stevens
An Activities Coordinator's Handbook For Othello High School Othello, Washington, Matthew A. Stevens
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The purpose of this project was to provide a handbook for use by the activities coordinator at Othello High School as well as to insure consistency with the mission statement of the school: "Othello High School, a partnership of teachers, paraprofessionals, administrators, parents, and community, will help students achieve immediate and future success both personally and professionally. Our goal is to promote life-long learning so that students will become responsible citizens in our ever-changing society." The intent of the handbook was to provide the Othello activities coordinator with a base of current literature and research related to the duties, responsibilities, …
Special Education Discipline: A Procedural Manual, Barbara Townsend
Special Education Discipline: A Procedural Manual, Barbara Townsend
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The purpose of the project is to create a systematic procedural manual for the disciplining of students protected under the mandates of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Research on the IDEA Amendments of 1997, as it pertained to the disciplining of students with disabilities was studied. A procedural manual, for administrators, and teachers was created. The manual includes case histories, which helped develop the discipline changes in IDEA Amendments of 1997. It also includes information and sample forms, which can be used to help navigate the discipline process.
An Analysis Of Employment Perceptions Of Secondary Level School Administrators Holding Joint Positions As Assistant Principal And Athletic Director, C. Russell Waterman Iii
An Analysis Of Employment Perceptions Of Secondary Level School Administrators Holding Joint Positions As Assistant Principal And Athletic Director, C. Russell Waterman Iii
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The purpose of this descriptive research study was to investigate the employment perceptions of secondary level school administrators holding joint positions as assistant principal and athletic director. To accomplish this purpose, current research and literature concerned with the job responsibilities and qualifications of both positions were reviewed. In addition to the review of literature, a questionnaire was developed for the purpose of identifying and analyzing the (1) general background of each respondent, (2) the general training and experience of each respondent, (3) personal qualifications of each respondent, ( 4) the roles and responsibilities of each respondent, and (5) the employment …
A Process Model For Conducting A High School Self-Study At Auburn Riverside High School, Auburn, Washington, David L. Halford
A Process Model For Conducting A High School Self-Study At Auburn Riverside High School, Auburn, Washington, David L. Halford
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The purpose of this project was to design a process model detailing the evaluation procedure for a high school self-study required for state and regional accreditation. To accomplish this purpose, a review of current literature regarding school self-study, restructuring and educational reform was conducted. The project describing a collaborative approach, included the planning and organization of staff workshops, a description and implementation plan for the interactive activities used in the evaluation process, and the preparation of the self-study project which was submitted to the Auburn School District School Board and the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction. The process …
A Resource Manual For Elementary School Administrators; Focusing On Programs And Activities For Parent And Community Involvement In Elementary Schools, Robert M. Chase
A Resource Manual For Elementary School Administrators; Focusing On Programs And Activities For Parent And Community Involvement In Elementary Schools, Robert M. Chase
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The purpose of this project was to design a resource manual for elementary school administrators that focused on programs and activities for parent and community involvement in elementary schools. This was accomplished by reviewing current literature and programs which emphasized school activities for parents and community members.
The 1995-96 School Improvement Plan For Holy Savior High School Tienchung, Taiwan, Jen-Hung Hsu
The 1995-96 School Improvement Plan For Holy Savior High School Tienchung, Taiwan, Jen-Hung Hsu
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The purpose of this project was to plan and develop a comprehensive high school curriculum for Holy Savior High School (HSHS) Tienchung, Taiwan, Republic of China (R.O.C.). To accomplish this purpose, current research and literature related to comprehensive high school curricular and instructional development, both academic and vocationaltechnical, were reviewed, and recent legal regulations and directives of the Taiwan Provincial Government were considered.
A Model Middle School Schedule To Address The Problems Of Specialist Teachers Brought On By An Integrated Teaming Schedule, Thomas L. Mitchell
A Model Middle School Schedule To Address The Problems Of Specialist Teachers Brought On By An Integrated Teaming Schedule, Thomas L. Mitchell
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After moving to a new master schedule that supported integrated teaching teams, specialist teachers at Mt. Baker Middle School, Auburn School District, Auburn, Washington, experienced a disparity in work load from teachers of core subjects. The writer set out to construct a modified master schedule for use at Mt. Baker that alleviated the concerns of specialist teachers while keeping integrated teaming intact. To accomplish this, current research in the areas of master scheduling, block time classes, and integrated teaching teams was studied. Additionally, information from schools using a block time schedule to support integrated teaching teams was gathered and analyzed. …
An Attitudinal Study Of The Clinical Supervision Practices Of Tacoma Public Schools Principals And Assistant Principals, Leanne M. Dunlap
An Attitudinal Study Of The Clinical Supervision Practices Of Tacoma Public Schools Principals And Assistant Principals, Leanne M. Dunlap
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The purpose of this project was to determine the statistical relationship between the importance of clinical supervision practices and the frequency of their use. To accomplish this purpose, a review of the current literature and research regarding clinical supervision practices was conducted. In addition, seventy-five principals and assistant principals rated the importance and frequency of clinical supervision practices as identified in the literature. Implications for clinical supervision practitioners are discussed.
Retention: The Fourth R, Retention Perception And Practices In The Kennewick School District, Steven G. Linn
Retention: The Fourth R, Retention Perception And Practices In The Kennewick School District, Steven G. Linn
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A descriptive study was conducted by means of a questionnaire to determine what the Kennewick School District teachers and principals perceived the official district policy to be regarding nonpromotion of a student. The results showed that principals had a clear understanding of the policy while half of the responding teachers did not. Retention practices were investigated and it was found that 74 students were retained for the year 1987 by teachers, with principals reporting 31 retentions district-wide. Criteria for nonpromotion decision making was identified and ranked in order of frequency used by both teachers and principals. Communication of the district …
A Study Of The Public School Business Official In Washington State: Guidelines For Selection And Preparation, And Attitudes Toward Certification, Donald Wyman Glitschka
A Study Of The Public School Business Official In Washington State: Guidelines For Selection And Preparation, And Attitudes Toward Certification, Donald Wyman Glitschka
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This paper focused on the public school administrator in Washington State, whose primary function was that of chief business official. The study was designed to produce an overview of his educational role. Broad areas examined included his distribution, status, personal characteristics and qualifications, job responsibilities, salary, and certification attitudes. Recommendations were concerned with suggested guidelines for the preparation and selection of school business officials, the establishment of certification requirements, and additional areas for related or new research.
Upper Kittitas County Consolidation: A Study Of The Effects Of School District Reorganization In The Cle Elum-Roslyn School District 404 Of The State Of Washington, Joseph L. Carter
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This study examines the effects of school reorganization in Upper Kittitas County on school costs, program, and construction. It determines the effect consolidation had on the attitudes of school district patrons, and whether pre-consolidation promises had been kept. This study determines that costs have risen, pupil-teacher ratios have improved, curriculum offerings have expanded, and new school building has occurred. The study finds little change in the attitude of school patrons, and determines some promises were kept, but many were not.
The Impact Of Rapid Industrial Expansion Upon The Kent School District, Donald E. Heacox
The Impact Of Rapid Industrial Expansion Upon The Kent School District, Donald E. Heacox
Graduate Student Research Papers
The purpose of this study is to present the efforts being made by the Kent School District to cope with the difficult problem of rapid expansion. The study is designed to: (a) show how the district is facing the many problems confronting them and (b) outline methods of implementing administrative and financial procedures which the writer believes are necessary in order to meet these expansion problems.
The Role Of The Director Of Student Activities In The High School, Dennie R. Ross
The Role Of The Director Of Student Activities In The High School, Dennie R. Ross
Graduate Student Research Papers
It was the purpose of this study to: 1. Define what the community or Ellensburg, Washington (school board, administration, and teachers) expect the activity director to accomplish or provide for the high school students. 2. Investigate the role of the vice-principal and/or activity director, and particularly those duties that authorities feel should be the duties of anyone who is in charge of the extracurricular program. 3. Investigate the high school activity program in order to see how and what the activity director could do to perform his duties so that he can administer the program in the best possible way; …
A Modified Approach To Flexible Scheduling At Carmichael Junior High School, Richland, Washington, Henry Vernon Yonce
A Modified Approach To Flexible Scheduling At Carmichael Junior High School, Richland, Washington, Henry Vernon Yonce
Graduate Student Research Papers
It is the purpose of this study to judge the practicality of introducing a modified flexible schedule in Carmichael Junior High School, Richland, Washington.
The Relationship Between Staff Morale And The Effective Operation Of A Junior High School, Bernard O. Boettcher
The Relationship Between Staff Morale And The Effective Operation Of A Junior High School, Bernard O. Boettcher
Graduate Student Research Papers
The purposes of this study are: (1) to discover the personal and professional qualities to be considered in selecting both principals and teachers in the junior high school to secure competent and efficient people, and (2) to determine what democratic procedure to practice in order to improve staff morale.
Administering The Audio-Visual Program In The Elementary School, Arthur Samuel Martin
Administering The Audio-Visual Program In The Elementary School, Arthur Samuel Martin
Graduate Student Research Papers
The purpose of this study is to assemble information that will help an elementary school principal, or a person in a leadership position, administer a program for effective audio-visual instruction in the elementary school. This paper will attempt to show how proper supervision can lay a foundation for intelligent audio-visual instruction.
The Noninstructional Staff: A Factor In School Community Relations, Lee Van Doren
The Noninstructional Staff: A Factor In School Community Relations, Lee Van Doren
Graduate Student Research Papers
It was the purpose of this research paper to determine the place and importance of the noninstructional staff in a program of school community relations.
Instituting And Administering An Individualized Reading Program In The Granite Falls Elementary School, Donald F. Van Liew
Instituting And Administering An Individualized Reading Program In The Granite Falls Elementary School, Donald F. Van Liew
Graduate Student Research Papers
The purpose of this study was to review the literature written about different programs individualizing the reading program so as to enable the writer to judge their worth in a given situation. The area of reading was chosen for this study because more time is spent teaching and practicing reading skills than is spent on any other subject. Further, the writer will attempt to present the steps used in instituting a program in a school. Implementing or revising any program takes careful analysis by an entire staff, but certain steps and procedures should be followed after the staff has agreed …
A Study Of The Elementary Principal Internship, Robert L. Henry
A Study Of The Elementary Principal Internship, Robert L. Henry
Graduate Student Research Papers
The Washington State Board of Education and higher institutions in the state of Washington have prescribed definite requirements for elementary and secondary principal's credentials. Limited information is available, however, to aid in developing and carrying out a program of internship experiences as one phase of administrative requirements. The purpose of this study was to develop a handbook for elementary principal internship in the state of Washington.
A Teacher's Handbook For West Valley High School, Richard Ralph Lackey
A Teacher's Handbook For West Valley High School, Richard Ralph Lackey
Graduate Student Research Papers
To attain order in the management of school affairs, a guide is necessary. Teachers as well as students must have the information necessary to cope with problems and situations that a.re a. part of every school day. A teacher's handbook can be a guide to resolving the routine problems that develop. Developnent of a teacher's handbook was disoussed in the general faculty meetings at West Valley High School, Yakima, Washington. The writer was to draw up the final draft.