Standard 8: Administration

8.1 The administrative organizational structure is effective in carrying out the philosophy and goals of the school.

8.2 An adequate administrative staff manages all aspects of the school.

8.3 The administrative staff provides competent leadership, vision, and clear direction.

8.4 An appropriate degree of autonomy and authority exists within the organizational structure for school administrators to provide the necessary leadership.

8.5 The director, although accountable to a higher authority, is the responsible head and professional leader of the school.

8.6 The governing board maintains current written policies and procedures that are readily available to all personnel and to the public.

8.7 A system is used to evaluate the performance of the administration.

8.8 A written school improvement plan with measures of accountability has been implemented.

8.9 Students are provided opportunities for student government/leadership.

8.10 The school’s calendar is coordinated with each of the participating high schools and designed to ensure minimal disruption of the school’s educational program.