South Dakota Administrative Rules
Title 24 - EDUCATION
Article 24:58 - Principal Performance Standards and Evaluation
Chapter 24:58:02 - Framework for effective principals
Section 24:58:02:03 - Instructional leadership domain defined
Current through Register Vol. 50, page 114, March 25, 2024
Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to communicate with staff and review research and data to promote a school culture and instructional program that fosters student learning and professional growth for staff. This shall include the following components:
(1) Promoting, facilitating, and utilizing the effective use of data from multiple measures to inform instruction and evaluate student performance to support effective instruction;
(2) Leading and supporting staff in acquiring, planning, and implementing research-based instructional strategies and technologies that advance the school's vision and goals and meet the diverse needs of all students;
(3) Utilizing the skills of staff and encouraging staff to assume leadership roles within the school to improve teaching and learning;
(4) Ensuring that the instructional content and curriculum is aligned with state and district content standards and the curriculum priorities of the school and district; and
(5) Developing a professional growth plan for staff for the purpose of continuous improvement.
General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).
Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.
