FNSA K - 12 School Assessment Report Oct 08

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First Nations
SchoolsAssociation
First Nations
School Assessment
Report
K-12
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for
[Name of School]
[Date]
First Nations School Assessment Project
Mission Statement
The First Nations schools assessment process is

intended to enable First Nations schools to
undertake a meaningful review of their operations,
including their challenges and successes, in order
to continually work toward school improvement.
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October 2008 Update FNSA School Assessment Report for K-12 page 2
FNSA School Assessment
Signature Page
The undersigned confirm that:
1. This document accurately reflects the reality of the school;
2. The School Assessment project included input from the Steering Committee, staff and
parents;
3. The school agrees to have a follow up visit to demonstrate that the School Growth Plan is
being implemented and core programs reflect adequate standards, within 2 years
of completing their Assessment; and
4. The school agrees that they will accept FNSA support for implementation of the School
Growth Plan and/or core programs:
a) if progress has not been made on their School Growth Plan, or an amended School
Growth Plan that would have been submitted to the Assessment Project Administrator, or
b) core programs are not in place.
Steering Committee Member Signature

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Table of Contents
First Nations School Assessment Report
DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT PROCESS Page
PART 1 – SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION/PROCEDURES
FIRST NATIONS SCHOOL ASSESSMENT GUIDE [page #]
STAFF LIST [page #]
MISSION/PHILOSOPHY OF THE SCHOOL [page #]
SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION [page #]
STUDENT RECORDS [page #]
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES [page #]
PART 2 - SCHOOL PROGRAMS
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT [page #]
COMMUNICATIONS AND PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT [page #]
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS/INTEGRATION OF [page #]

SERVICES
SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT [page #]
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP [page #]
FIRST NATIONS LANGUAGE AND CULTURE PROGRAMS [page #]
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM [page #]
MATH PROGRAM [page #]
SOCIAL STUDIES PROGRAM [page #]
SCIENCE PROGRAM [page #]
Library Resources and Skills Development [page #]
COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT [page #]
SPECIAL EDUCATION [page #]
HEALTH AND CAREER EDUCATION [page #]
COUNSELLING AND STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS [page #]
ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING OF STUDENT PROGRESS [page #]
PHYSICAL EDUCATION [page #]
FINE ARTS [page #]
SCHOOL GROWTH PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS [page #]
PROCESS USED [page #]
LIST OF PRIORITIES/GOALS [page #]
SCHOOL GROWTH PLAN [page #]
SURVEYS
PRIMARY STUDENTS [page #]
SECONDARY STUDENTS [page #]
PARENTS (K-7) [page #]
PARENTS (8-12) [page #]
Describe your assessment process (e.g. who was involved, the activities undertaken).
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Part One
School Administration/Procedures
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for
[Name of School]
[Date]
First Nations School Assessment Guide
School Name
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School Address
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Principal’s Name E-mail

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School Phone School Fax

Length of Time School Has Been in Existence [start typing here]
Brief Description of School Governing Authority

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Student Enrolment
A/ Elementary
K4 K5 Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6 Grade 7 Total
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B/ Secondary
Grade 8 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Total
Grade 12
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Does the School Offer Any Additional Programs (such as preschool, adult education…)?
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Staff List
First Nations School Assessment
Name Position(s)
[type name here] [type
[typename here]
position here]
[type name here] [type position here]
1. Mission/Philosophy of the School
Does the school currently have a mission/philosophy (please click on yes, no or in progress)?
yes no in progress
If no, go to question 2
If yes, please answer the following three questions:
Please describe the mission and philosophy of the school and how it relates to school
programs and curriculum.
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Please describe how the school’s mission and philosophy relate to the uniqueness of your
school and community.
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Please describe how the school’s mission and philosophy have been developed with
and/or shared with the community.
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2. School Administration
Please describe the school’s current administrative structure.
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Does the school have a Principal (please click yes or no)?
yes no
How many years has the current Principal been with the school? [type number here]
What percentage of time does the Principal have for administrative duties? [type percentage here]%
3. Student Records
Does the current maintenance/storage of your student records meet your needs (please click yes or no)?
yes no
Are the following available (please click yes or no)?

Fireproof storage cabinet yes no
File management/accessibility policy yes no
Student cumulative files yes no
4. Policies and Procedures
Does the school currently have a student discipline policy (please click yes, no or in progress)?
yes no in progress
Does the school ensure that students are adequately supervised at all times when they are on school
grounds?
yes no in progress
Does the school currently have a written protocol according to which staff can respond to concerns
about abuse of students?
yes no in progress
Does the school have procedures in place for dealing with accidents, fire, transportation, and field trip
emergencies?
yes no in progress
Are staff members trained to deal with the emergencies listed above?
yes no in progress
Have satisfactory criminal record searches been obtained for all employees working with children?
yes no in progress
Do teachers and other school staff undergo regular evaluations?
yes no in progress
Do teachers prepare yearly overviews which reflect learning outcomes?
yes no in progress
Do the overviews identify the assessment strategies and/or instruments that are used to track student
progress?
yes no in progress
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Part Two
School Programs
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for
[Name of School]
TOPIC: Professional Development
Opportunities Provided School-Wide Indicators / Survey Results
Survey Results
Staff
16. I have adequate access to SA A D SD NOp

professional development % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
opportunities
17. Our school organizes effective
in-service activities % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
18. Teachers have adequate input
into the planning of staff % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
development activities
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Communications and Parental Involvement
Survey Results
Secondary Students
At School:
SA A D SD DK
34.I think my parents are % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
welcome in the school
Parents K – 7
Y S N DK
16. I am satisfied with what my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
child is learning at school
26. The school provides me with % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
the information about the school
27. I feel welcome at my child’s % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
school
28. My child’s school encourages % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
me to get involved in school
planning activities
Parents 8 - 12
Y S N DK
16. I am satisfied with what my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
child is learning at school
26. The school provides me with % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
the information about the school
27. I feel welcome at my child’s % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
school
28. My child’s school encourages % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
me to get involved in school
planning activities
Staff
S A AD SD NOp
19. I am satisfied with my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
communication with parents
20. I believe the school % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
communicates effectively with
parents about school
activities/events
22. I am satisfied with the level % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
of parental involvement in
school activities
23. I believe the school makes % [%?] [%?][%?] [%?] [%?]
parents feel welcome
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: School Community Connections/Integration of Services
Survey Results
Elementary Students
Y S N DK
15. I am learning about my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
community
16. My school is an important % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
part of my community
Secondary Students
I am developing skills & knowledge in:
SA A D SD DK
16. Respect for my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
community and family
37. My school reflects the % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
cultural beliefs and values of
my community
Parents K – 7
Y S N DK
29. My school reflects the % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
my community
Parents 8 - 12
Y S N DK
29. My school reflects the % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
my community
Staff
SA A D SD NOp
24. I believe the school interacts % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
effectively with other community
service agencies
25. I am satisfied with community %[%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
support for the school
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: School Environment
Survey Results
Primary Students
Y S N DK
9. I feel good when I am at school % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
10. I feel safe at school % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
12. My teacher cares about me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
13. Adults in my school treat me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
fairly.
14. I like school % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Elementary Students
Y S N DK
12. I feel good when I am at % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
school
13. I feel safe at school % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
20. My teacher cares about me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
21. Adults in my school treat me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
fairly.
22. I like school % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Secondary Students
SA A D SD DK
15. My school is teaching me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
the importance of caring about
others
27. I feel safe at school % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
28. Other students treat me%
with respect
29. School makes me feel good % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
about who I am
30. School staff cares about me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
31. School staff treat me fairly % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Parents K – 7
Y S N DK
17. I feel that my child is safe at % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
school
18. At school, my child is % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
protected from being bullied,
teased or picked on
Y S N DK
21. At school, my child is learning % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
the importance of respect for
others.
22. School staff cares about my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
child.
23. School staff treats my child % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
with respect
Parents 8 - 12
Y S N DK
17. I feel that my child is safe at % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
school
18. At school, my child is % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
protected from being bullied,
teased or picked on
the importance of respect for
others
22. School staff cares about my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
child
23. School staff treats my child % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
with respect
Staff
SA A D SD Nop
14. I am satisfied with the pupil/ % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
teacher ratios
26. I believe that children feel % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
safe in this school
27. I believe that teachers feel % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
safe in this school
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: School Leadership (see Handbook of Tools page 6)
Survey Results
Staff
SA A D SD NOp
32. I am satisfied with the % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]

leadership shown for the school’s
teaching practices
33. I am satisfied that the school% [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
governing authority has an
adequate/effective role in school
activities
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: First Nations Language and Culture Programs
Survey Results
Primary Students Y S N DK
1. I am learning about my culture % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]

2. I am learning my First % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Nations language
Elementary Students Y S N DK
1. I am learning about my culture % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]

2. I am learning my First % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Nations language
Secondary Students
SA A D SD DK
1. My culture % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
2. The ceremonies, beliefs % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
and spirituality of my people
3. My First Nations language % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
18. The importance of my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Nation’s history
19. How to participate in my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
oral traditions
Parents K – 7
Y S N DK
1. My child is learning our % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
First Nations language
2. My child is learning about % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
our culture
our traditions
First Nations history
Parents 8 - 12
Y S N DK
1. My child is learning our % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
First Nations language
our culture
our traditions
First Nations history
Staff
SA A D SD Nop
1. My students are progressing % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
well in improving their ability to
speak their First Nations language
well in developing their knowledge
of the First Nations values and
traditions
well in developing their knowledge
of their First Nations history
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: English Language Program
Survey Results
3. I am learning about reading % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]

4. I am learning about writing % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
3. I am getting better at reading % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]

4. I am getting better at writing % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Secondary Students
SA A D SD DK
4. Reading % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
5. Writing % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
6. Speaking % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Parents K – 7
Y S N DK
5. My child is learning to % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
read
write
Parents 8 - 12
Y S N DK
read.
write.
Staff
SA A D SD NOp
well in reading
well in writing
well in speaking
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Math Program
Survey Results
5. I am learning about math % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
5. I am getting better at math % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Secondary Students
SA A D SD DK
9. Math % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
10. Problem solving % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Parents K – 7 Y S N DK
math
Parents 8 – 12 Y S N DK
math.
Staff SA A D SD NOp
9. My students are progressing% [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
well in math
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Social Studies Program
Survey Results
6. I am getting better at social % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
studies.
Secondary Students
SA A D SD DK
7. Social Studies % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
11. Research % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
17. My school is teaching me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
respect for the environment
social studies
20. At school my child is % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
learning the importance of
social studies
20. At school my child is % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
learning the importance of
Staff SA A D SD NOp
well in social studies.
Summary Statement:
[start typing here]
TOPIC: Science Program
Survey Results
7. I am getting better at science % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Secondary Students
SA A D SD DK
8. Science % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
science
science
Staff SA A D SD NOp
well in science
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Library Resources and Skills Development
Survey Results
Secondary Students
At school:
SA A D SD DK
22. I have access to relevant % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
and interesting reading materials
Staff SA A D SD NOp
30. The school’s library % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Materials are adequate
31. The teaching materials % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
available in the school are adequate
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Computer/Technology Resources and Skills Development
Survey Results
8. I am learning to use computers% [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
10. I am learning to use % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
computers
Secondary Students
At school:
SA A D SD DK
13. I use computers to write % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
14. I use computers to find % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
and retrieve information
13. At school, my child uses % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
up to date computers
13. At school, my child uses % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
up to date computers.
Staff SA A D SD NOp
13. My students use computers % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
effectively to access information
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Special Education
Survey Results
14. My teacher finds ways to help % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
me
19. My teacher lets me work at my % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
own speed
Secondary Students
At school:
SA A D SD DK
21. I am allowed to work at the % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
speed at which I work best
24. My child’s teachers find the % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
best ways for him/her to learn.
24. My child’s teachers find the % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
best ways for him/her to learn.
Staff SA A D SD NOp
28. The school’s special % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
education services are adequate
29. The school has an adequate %[%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
number of teacher assistants
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Health and Career Education
Survey Results
17. I am learning about jobs that % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
people do
Secondary Students
At school I am developing knowledge and skills in:
SA A D SD DK
12. Personal Planning % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
20. At school I am satisfied % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
With what I am learning
26. I am learning to stay % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
healthy
35. School is preparing me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
for a job in the future
36. School is helping me % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
prepare for post-secondary
education (e.g. College, trade
school, university)
about different types of work
15. At school my child is learning % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
to stay healthy
14. At school, my child is being % [%?][%?] [%?] [%?]
prepared for further education,
training or work after high school
15. At school my child is learning % [%?][%?] [%?] [%?]
to stay healthy
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Counselling and Student Support Programs
Survey Results
11. If I am sad or scared I can % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
get help at school
18. If I am sad or scared I can % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
get help at school
Secondary Students
At school:
SA A D SD DK
25. I have access to % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
counselling services I need
19. My child’s school provides % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
the counselling services he/she
needs
19. My child’s school provides % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
the counselling services he/she
needs
Staff SA A D SD NOp
15. I am satisfied with the % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
school’s counselling services
Summary Statement:
[start typing here]
TOPIC: Assessment and Reporting of Student Progress
Survey Results
Secondary Students
At school:
SA A D SD DK
32. My report card clearly % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Tells me how well I am
doing in school
33. I know how my teacher % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
determine my marks
25. My child’s report card gives % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
me a clear picture of how well
he/she is doing in school
25. My child’s report card gives % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
me a clear picture of how well
he/she is doing in school
Staff SA A D SD NOp
21. I believe the parents % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
understand how well their children
are progressing in school
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Physical Education
Survey Results
6. I am learning about active % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
games
8. I am getting better at % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
physical education (PE)
Secondary Students
At school:
SA A D SD DK
23. I get to participate in % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
fun physical activities
physical education
10. My child is progressing in % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
physical education
Staff SA A D SD NOp
10. My students are % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
progressing well in PE
Summary Statement:
[start typing here]
TOPIC: Fine Arts
Survey Results
7. I am learning to draw, paint % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
and sing
9. I am getting better at art % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
11. I am learning about music % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
Secondary Students
At school:
SA A D SD DK
24. I get to participate in art % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
and music projects
11. My child is learning % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
about art
about music
about art
about music
Staff SA A D SD NOp
11. My students are % [%?] [%?][%?] [%?] [%?]
progressing well in art
12. My students are % [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?] [%?]
progressing well in music
Summary Statement:
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TOPIC: Additional: [type addtional item here]
Summary Statement:
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School Growth Plan

for
[Name of School]
__________________________________________________
[Date]
School Growth Plan
Table of Contents
Page
1. Categorizing Topics for the School Growth Plan [page #]
2. Establishing Priorities [page #]
3. List of Priorities [page #]
4. School Growth Plan Template [page #]
Categorizing Topics for the Development of a School Growth Plan
(See Handbook of Tools page 8)
Please place each of the five Administrative Topics from Part 1 (1. Mission/Philosophy, 2.
School Administration, 3. Student Records, and 4. Policies and Procedures) in one of the four
categories below, based upon the judgement of the Steering Committee members.
Please place each of the Education Program Topics (Part 2 of the Assessment Template) in one
of the four categories below, based on the Summary Statements.
1. A program area that is well established and can be maintained with the existing level of
time, effort, and resources
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2. A program area that is fairly well established and will require only a minor level of time,
effort and resources for improvement
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3. A program area that is somewhat established and will require a moderate level of time,
effort and resources for improvement
[start typing here]
4. A program area that is not well established and will require significant time, effort and
resources for improvement
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Using the Categorized Topics
to Establish Priorities for the School Growth Plan
Please describe the process you used to review the categorized topics and establish 2-3
priorities for the school growth plan. (see Handbook of Tools page 11)
Note: The FNSA recommends that you select a maximum of one topic from Category 4 (not
well established), one from Category 3 (somewhat established), and perhaps one from Category
2 (fairly well established). This recommendation is intended to ensure that the school growth
plan goals can be achieved within a three-year timeframe and with a realistic level of resources.
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Surveys
First Nations School Report
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Primary Students Survey
We would like to know how you feel about your school.

This is not a test. There are no right and wrong answers.
For each question, please circle the face that best describes your feelings.
If you are not sure about how you feel, circle the question mark.
Do not put your name on the survey.
I don’t
Yes Sometimes No
know
1. At school, I am learning about my culture    ?
2. At school, I am learning my First Nations
language    ?
3. I am learning about reading    ?
4. I am learning about writing    ?
5. I am learning about math    ?
6. I am learning about active games    ?
7. I am learning to draw, paint, and sing    ?
8. I am learning to use computers    ?
9. I feel good when I am at school    ?
10. I feel safe at school    ?
11. If I am sad or scared, I can get help at
school    ?
12. My teacher cares about me    ?

13. Adults in my school treat me fairly    ?
14. I like school    ?
Elementary Students Survey
We would like to know how you feel about your school.

This is not a test. There are no right and wrong answers.
For each question, please circle the answer that best describes your feelings.
At school …
1. I am learning about my culture yes sometimes no I don’t know
2. I am learning my First Nations language yes sometimes no I don’t know
3. I am getting better at reading yes sometimes no I don’t know
4. I am getting better at writing yes sometimes no I don’t know
5. I am getting better at math yes sometimes no I don’t know
6. I am getting better at social studies yes sometimes no I don’t know
7. I am getting better at science yes sometimes no I don’t know
8. I am getting better at phys ed yes sometimes no I don’t know
9. I am getting better at art yes sometimes no I don’t know
10. I am learning to use computers yes sometimes no I don’t know
11. I am learning about music yes sometimes no I don’t know
12. I feel good when I am at school yes sometimes no I don’t know
13. I feel safe at school yes sometimes no I don’t know
14. My teacher finds ways to help me yes sometimes no I don’t know
15. I am learning about my community. yes sometimes no I don’t know

16. My school is an important part of my
yes sometimes no I don’t know
community
17. I am learning about jobs that people do yes sometimes no I don’t know
18. If I am sad or scared, I can get help at

yes sometimes no I don’t know
school
19. My teacher lets me work at my own speed yes sometimes no I don’t know
20. My teacher cares about me yes sometimes no I don’t know
21. Adults in my school treat me fairly yes sometimes no I don’t know
22. I like school yes sometimes no I don’t know
Thank you!
Secondary Students Survey
Our school is in the process of reviewing our education programs and activities.
Your input is an important part of this exercise, and we would appreciate your opinions.
Remember, your input is confidential. Please do not put your name on this survey.
Please circle the answer that best describes how you feel about the following
statements.
SA A D SD DK
strongly agree agree Disagree strongly disagree don’t know
At school, I am developing knowledge and skills in:
1. My culture SA A D SD DK
2. The ceremonies, beliefs and spirituality of my people SA A D SD DK
3. My First Nations language SA A D SD DK
4. Reading SA A D SD DK
5. Writing SA A D SD DK
6. Speaking SA A D SD DK
7. Social Studies SA A D SD DK
8. Science SA A D SD DK
9. Math SA A D SD DK
10. Problem solving SA A D SD DK
11. Research SA A D SD DK
12. Personal Planning SA A D SD DK
At school:
13. I use computers to write SA A D SD DK
14. I use computers to find and retrieve information SA A D SD DK
My school is teaching me:
15. The importance of caring about others SA A D SD DK
16. Respect for my community and family SA A D SD DK
17. Respect for the environment SA A D SD DK
18. The importance of my Nation’s history SA A D SD DK
19. How to participate in my oral tradition SA A D SD DK
At school:
20. I am satisfied with what I am learning SA A D SD DK

21. I am allowed to work at the speed at which I work
SA A D SD DK
best
22. I have access to relevant and interesting reading
SA A D SD DK
materials
23. I get to participate in fun physical activities SA A D SD DK
24. I get to participate in art and music projects SA A D SD DK
25. I have access to the counselling services I need SA A D SD DK
26. I am learning to stay healthy SA A D SD DK
27. I feel safe at school SA A D SD DK
28. Other students treat me with respect SA A D SD DK
29. School makes me feel good about who I am SA A D SD DK
30. School staff cares about me SA A D SD DK
31. School staff treats me fairly SA A D SD DK

32. My report card clearly tells me how well I am doing
SA A D SD DK
in school
33. I know how my teachers determine my marks SA A D SD DK
34. I think my parents are welcome in the school SA A D SD DK
35. School is helping me prepare for a job in the future SA A D SD DK

36. School is helping me prepare for post-secondary
education (for example, college, university, trade SA A D SD DK
school)
37. My school reflects the cultural beliefs and values of
SA A D SD DK
my community
Parents (K-7) Survey
We would like to know how you feel about our school.
For each question, please circle the response that best describes your opinion.
1. My child is learning our First Nations language. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
2. My child is learning about our culture. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
3. My child is learning about our traditions and beliefs. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
4. My child is learning about our First Nation’s history. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
5. My child is learning to read. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
6. My child is learning to write. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
7. My child is learning about social studies. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
8. My child is learning about science. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
9. My child is learning about math. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
10. My child is learning about physical education. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
11. My child is learning about art. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
12. My child is learning about music. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
13. At school, my child uses up-to-date computers. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
14. At school, my child is learning about different types

Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
of work.
15. At school, my child is learning to stay healthy. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
16. I am satisfied with what my child is learning at
school.
17. I feel that my child is safe at school. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
18. At school, my child is protected from being bullied,

teased, or picked on.
19. My child’s school provides the counselling services

he/she needs.
20. At school, my child is learning the importance of

respect for the environment.

respect for others.
22. School staff cares about my child. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
23. School staff treats my child with respect. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
24. My child’s teachers find the best ways for him/her to

learn.
25. My child’s report card gives me a clear picture of

how well he/she is doing in school.
26. The school provides me with the information about

the school.
27. I feel welcome at my child’s school. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
28. My child’s school encourages me to get involved in

school planning activities.
29. My school reflects the cultural beliefs and values of

my community.
Thank you for your help!
Parents (8 - 12) Survey
We would like to know how you feel about our school.
1. My child is learning our First Nations language. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
2. My child is learning about our culture. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
3. My child is learning about our traditions and beliefs. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
4. My child is learning about our First Nation’s history. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
5. My child is improving in reading. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
6. My child is improving in writing. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
7. My child is learning about social studies. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
8. My child is learning about science. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
9. My child is learning about math. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
10. My child is progressing in physical education. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
11. My child is learning about art. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
12. My child is learning about music. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
13. At school, my child uses up-to-date computers. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
14. My child is being well prepared for further

education, training, or work after high school
15. My child is learning to stay healthy. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
16. I am satisfied with what my child is learning at

school.
17. I feel that my child is safe at school. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
18. At school, my child is protected from being bullied,

teased, or picked on.
19. My child’s school provides the counselling services

he/she needs.

respect for the environment.

respect for others.
22. School staff cares about my child. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
23. School staff treat my child with respect. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
24. My child’s teachers find the best ways for him/her

to learn.
25. My child’s report card gives me a clear picture of

how well he/she is doing in school.
26. The school provides me with the information about

the school.
27. I feel welcome at my child’s school. Yes Sometimes No I don’t know
28. My child’s school encourages me to get involved in

school planning activities.
29. My school reflects the beliefs and values of my

community.
Thank you for your help!
Teachers/Staff Survey
We would appreciate your input into the school assessment process.
All survey responses should remain anonymous.
1. My students are progressing well in improving Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
their ability to speak their First Nations language Agree Disagree NA
2. My students are progressing well in developing
Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
their knowledge of their First Nations values and Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA
traditions
3. My students are progressing well in developing Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
their knowledge of their First Nations history Agree Disagree NA

4. My students are progressing well in reading Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA

5. My students are progressing well in writing Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA
6. My students are progressing well in speaking Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
effectively Agree Disagree NA
7. My students are progressing well in social Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
studies Agree Disagree NA

8. My students are progressing well in science Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA

9. My students are progressing well in math Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA
10. My students are progressing well in physical Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
education Agree Disagree NA

11. My students are progressing well in art Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA

12. My students are progressing well in music Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA
13. My students use computers effectively to Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
access information Agree Disagree NA
14. I am satisfied with the schools’ pupil/teacher Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
ratios Agree Disagree NA
15. I am satisfied with the schools’ counselling Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
services Agree Disagree NA
16. I have adequate access to professional Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
development opportunities Agree Disagree NA
17. Our school organizes effective in-service Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
activities Agree Disagree NA
18. Teachers have adequate input into the Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
planning of staff development activities Agree Disagree NA
19. I am satisfied with my communications with Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
parents Agree Disagree NA
20. I believe the school communicates effectively Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
with parents about school activities/events Agree Disagree NA
21. I believe that parents understand how well Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
their children are progressing in school Agree Disagree NA
22. I am satisfied with the level of parental Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
involvement in school activities Agree Disagree NA
23. I believe the school makes parents feel Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
welcome Agree Disagree NA
24. I believe the school interacts effectively with Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
other community service agencies Agree Disagree NA
25. I am satisfied with community support for the Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
school Agree Disagree NA

26. I believe that children feel safe in this school Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA

27. I believe that teachers feel safe in this school Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA
28. The school’s special education services are Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
adequate Agree Disagree NA
29. This school has an adequate number of Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
teachers’ assistants Agree Disagree NA

30. The school’s library materials are adequate Agree Disagree
Agree Disagree NA
31. The teaching materials available in the Strongly Strongly No Opinion/

Agree Disagree
school are adequate Agree Disagree NA
32. I am satisfied with the leadership shown for Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
the school’s teaching practices Agree Disagree NA
33. I believe that the school governing authority Strongly Strongly No Opinion/
Agree Disagree
has an adequate/effective role in school activities Agree Disagree NA
34. Please feel free to add any other additional comments:

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The First Nations schools assessment process is

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The undersigned confirm that:

1. This document accurately reflects the reality of the school;

Steering Committee Member Signature

DESCRIPTION OF ASSESSMENT PROCESS Page

PART 1 – SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION/PROCEDURES

FIRST NATIONS SCHOOL ASSESSMENT GUIDE [page #]

STAFF LIST [page #]

MISSION/PHILOSOPHY OF THE SCHOOL [page #]

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION [page #]

STUDENT RECORDS [page #]

POLICIES AND PROCEDURES [page #]

PART 2 - SCHOOL PROGRAMS

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT [page #]

COMMUNICATIONS AND PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT [page #]

SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS/INTEGRATION OF [page #]

SCHOOL LEADERSHIP [page #]

FIRST NATIONS LANGUAGE AND CULTURE PROGRAMS [page #]

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAM [page #]

MATH PROGRAM [page #]

SCIENCE PROGRAM [page #]

COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES & SKILLS DEVELOPMENT [page #]

SPECIAL EDUCATION [page #]

HEALTH AND CAREER EDUCATION [page #]

COUNSELLING AND STUDENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS [page #]

ASSESSMENT AND REPORTING OF STUDENT PROGRESS [page #]

PHYSICAL EDUCATION [page #]

FINE ARTS [page #]

SCHOOL GROWTH PLAN

TABLE OF CONTENTS [page #]

PROCESS USED [page #]

LIST OF PRIORITIES/GOALS [page #]

SCHOOL GROWTH PLAN [page #]

PRIMARY STUDENTS [page #]

SECONDARY STUDENTS [page #]

PARENTS (K-7) [page #]

PARENTS (8-12) [page #]

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Principal’s Name E-mail

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