All Staff Meeting

Characteristics of Professional Excellence

What seems to be working?

Characteristics of Professional Excellence

Other Business

Where can we do better?

Lock down Drill Information (Anne)

End

Group 1: Anne, Kim, Mercy, Sonja, Francoise

Group 2: Alison, Laura, Michelle, Zak, Margee

Group 3: Susan, Carol, Stephanie, Tonya, Yun-Kyung

Group 4: Michele, Cindy, Katharine, Wendy, Mary

Group 5: Karen, Cynthia, Eve, Geri, Lauren

Group 6: Gina, Amy, Brian,Pam, Rhodora

Annual Fund Update (Susan)

Group 1: Anne, Kim, Mercy, Sonja, Francoise

Group 2: Alison, Laura, Michelle, Zak, Margee

Group 3: Susan, Carol, Stephanie, Tonya, Yun-Kyung

Group 4: Michele, Cindy, Katharine, Wendy, Mary

Group 5: Karen, Cynthia, Eve, Geri, Lauren

Group 6: Gina, Amy, Brian,Pam, Rhodora

Vision

The school mission is at the forefront of all we do - there is an intentional, daily effort to cultivate compassion, independence and a true JOY of learning.

The Montessori methodology is at the root of our toddler through Upper Elementary program and, at the same time, permeates the Middle School program.

Teachers and administrators are consistently assessing their practices and program; embracing feedback as a means for reflection and growth; researching and exploring proven approaches in pedagogy; collaborating with colleagues about curriculum; and differentiating instruction in order to meet the needs of every student.

The external perception is that FWM has a challenging, but supportive program where the arts, athletics, and technology are strong and shape the whole child. Just as important is the school's intentional approach to citizenship and character building. All of this springs forth from a committed faculty, staff, and administration who keep the Montessori philosophy and the school's mission at the center of everything they do.

Next Steps

Areas of Opportunity

• Continue to acknowledge the necessity/importance of high standards for faculty, and staff , as well as for myself, that are central to the success of FWM

• Remain polite, mannerly, and considerate when dealing with others

• Deepen my understanding of the Montessori philosophy and methodology as it relates to the culture at FWM

• Continue to connect and find further ways to connect with students

• Be a visible presence around the school

• Clarify “my” vision for the school and clearly articulating its direction

• Combine All Staff and Faculty Meetings into one meeting a month

• Examine the pace of change and perhaps slow down the tempo

• Develop a personal professional development plan, in collaboration with several FWM teachers, to broaden and deepen my understanding of Montessori methodology

• Identify ways to solicit a wider range of input as decisions are being made

• Be diligent in attending grade level meetings and use those meetings to bring and discuss decisions relevant to the group. Collaborate with Academic Deans to identify which people should be involved in making decisions

• Review the number of monthly meetings and identify ways to accomplish the work that needs to be done more efficiently

• Develop a more effective email communication and system for addressing concerns

• Address concerns in a timely manner

Areas Going Well

• Speaks ideas and thoughts clearly in one on one meetings and group settings

• Is considerate, polite, and well-mannered when interacting with faculty and staff

• Has a sense of humor and does not take self too seriously

• Is creating an environment of accountability with high standards

• Interacts effectively with parents

• Connects with students and is particularly well-liked by the younger ones

Analyzing the data

• Tallied all answers
• Read comments for context
• Identified areas that were going well and areas of opportunity
• Developed a summary

All Staff Meeting

Head of School

Evaluation

Summary

January 4, 2017