Walkthrough Protocol
Gather information on instructional practices and student learning in a 3-5 minute visit. The purpose of the SD Catholic walkthrough process is to provide formative feedback to support the teacher growth process in order to drive a cycle of continuous improvement. See Instructional Leadership Coaching information and instructional coach bios for support with this process. View this introduction to our coaching program here.
Observation & Evaluation Protocol
Use the observation protocol for teacher goal-setting and classroom observations processes. The purpose of classroom observations is to improve student outcomes by increasing teacher overall capacity. The purpose of a summative evaluation is to provide an opportunity for formal administrator feedback and teacher self-reflection and goal-setting.
School Leadership Tools
Observation & Evaluation Training Materials
Coaching Support for School Leaders