CLINICAL PRACTICE EVALUATION 1

Megan Nicponski 20481415

TEACHER CANDIDATE NAME______________________________ STUDENT NUMBER____________________

Master of Education in Secondary Education

PROGRAM: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SEC-590 8/16/2018 11/28/2018

COURSE: _____________________________________________________ START DATE: ____________________________ END DATE: _____________________

Santiago High School

COOPERATING SCHOOL NAME: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

California
SCHOOL STATE: ___________________________________

Kathryn Momaney
COOPERATING TEACHER/MENTOR NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Pherby Higgins
GCU FACULTY SUPERVISOR NAME: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

FOR COURSE INSTRUCTORS ONLY:

EVALUATION 1 TOTAL
POINTS 100 points 100 %
10.00 1000 1000 100
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 0 0 0
100
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
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Megan Nicponski 20481415

TEACHER CANDIDATE NAME______________________________ STUDENT NUMBER____________________

GCU Professional Dispositions of Learners Scoring Guide

No Evidence
(The GCU Faculty
Supervisor should create a
plan with the Teacher
Candidate to determine how
the Teacher Candidate will
meet this disposition in
future evaluations)
No Evidence
There is no evidence that the
performance of the Teacher
Candidate met this
disposition or expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Ineffective
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
1 to 49
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
insufficient in meeting this
disposition and expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Foundational
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
50 to 69
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
underdeveloped in meeting
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Emerging
(Teacher Candidates within
this range may benefit from a
Professional Growth Plan)
70 to 79
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
developing in meeting this
disposition and expectations for
a Teacher Candidate during
student teaching.
Proficient
(Target level for Teacher
Candidates)
80 to 92
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate meets
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Distinguished
(Usually reserved for master
Teacher Candidates)
93 to 100
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate
consistently exceeds this
disposition and all
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.

High Expectations Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should believe that all students could learn and should set and support realistic expectations for student success. 1.00
These expectations should be communicated in positive ways. 100
Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
Megan provided high expectations during this lesson. She stated, "You've had all weekend and before school to work on this. No excuses, make it happen. You are almost adults and this is
your responsibility. Not meeting deadlines is not acceptable." She provided the students with a rubric for the assignment and explained what high expectations were, as well as low level work.

Respect for the Diversity of Others Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should be sensitive to individual learning and the social needs of students and embrace the cultural diversity of
the community. They should develop and maintain educational communities marked by respect for others. They should interact
with their students, fellow educators, administrators, parents, and other community members with courtesy and civility and 100 1.00
establish relationships characterized by respect and rapport.
Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
In one of her classes, she has 26 ELL students and 8 GenEd students, including one who arrived from MX 3 weeks ago. The second class observed was diverse, but not ELL. She has an
excellent rapport with all of the students. She treats them all equally and with respect. They, in turn, respect her and feel "safe" around her.
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Megan Nicponski 20481415

TEACHER CANDIDATE NAME______________________________ STUDENT NUMBER____________________

GCU Professional Dispositions of Learners Scoring Guide

No Evidence
(The GCU Faculty
Supervisor should create a
plan with the Teacher
Candidate to determine how
the Teacher Candidate will
meet this disposition in
future evaluations)
No Evidence
There is no evidence that the
performance of the Teacher
Candidate met this
disposition or expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Ineffective
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
1 to 49
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
insufficient in meeting this
disposition and expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Foundational
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
50 to 69
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
underdeveloped in meeting
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Emerging
(Teacher Candidates within
this range may benefit from a
Professional Growth Plan)
70 to 79
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
developing in meeting this
disposition and expectations for
a Teacher Candidate during
student teaching.
Proficient
(Target level for Teacher
Candidates)
80 to 92
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate meets
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Distinguished
(Usually reserved for master
Teacher Candidates)
93 to 100
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate
consistently exceeds this
disposition and all
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.

Fairness Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should promote social justice and equity, maintain appropriate standards of confidentiality, and exercise
fairness in all areas including assessment. 100 1.00
Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
Megan uses PowerPoints for all of her classes so that all students, especially the ELL students, have access to the same information and can follow along better. For the assignment being
discussed, she provided the students with alternatives to printing. "If your printer explodes, draw it, hand write it. I'm reasonable, just talk to me."

Professional Conduct Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should exercise sound judgment and ethical behavior. They should be a positive role model within their
community. 100
Evidence 1.00
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
Megan maintained a professional demeanor throughout the observation. She is a positive role model for the students.
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Megan Nicponski 20481415

TEACHER CANDIDATE NAME______________________________ STUDENT NUMBER____________________

GCU Professional Dispositions of Learners Scoring Guide

No Evidence
(The GCU Faculty
Supervisor should create a
plan with the Teacher
Candidate to determine how
the Teacher Candidate will
meet this disposition in
future evaluations)
No Evidence
There is no evidence that the
performance of the Teacher
Candidate met this
disposition or expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Ineffective
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
1 to 49
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
insufficient in meeting this
disposition and expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Foundational
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
50 to 69
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
underdeveloped in meeting
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Emerging
(Teacher Candidates within
this range may benefit from a
Professional Growth Plan)
70 to 79
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
developing in meeting this
disposition and expectations for
a Teacher Candidate during
student teaching.
Proficient
(Target level for Teacher
Candidates)
80 to 92
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate meets
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Distinguished
(Usually reserved for master
Teacher Candidates)
93 to 100
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate
consistently exceeds this 1.00
disposition and all
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.

Reflection Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should recognize that reflection combined with experience leads to growth as a professional. Educators should
be thoughtful about their professional practice, critically examine it, and seek continual improvement. 100
Evidence
((The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
Megan and her CT reflect daily and in between classes on best practices. She accepts and implements suggestions.

Curiosity Score No Evidence 1.00

Teacher candidates should promote and support curiosity and encourage active inquiry.
100
Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
Megan asks higher level thinking questions (How, What, etc.). One of the slides was "Did you know that...…" followed by a slide regarding the happiness of volunteers. She then asked for
volunteers. This really elevated their curiosity as they had no idea what they were volunteering for. They were surprised to find out they would be putting on a skit for their classmates.
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Megan Nicponski 20481415

TEACHER CANDIDATE NAME______________________________ STUDENT NUMBER____________________

GCU Professional Dispositions of Learners Scoring Guide

No Evidence
(The GCU Faculty
Supervisor should create a
plan with the Teacher
Candidate to determine how
the Teacher Candidate will
meet this disposition in
future evaluations)
No Evidence
There is no evidence that the
performance of the Teacher
Candidate met this
disposition or expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Ineffective
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
1 to 49
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
insufficient in meeting this
disposition and expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Foundational
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
50 to 69
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
underdeveloped in meeting
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Emerging
(Teacher Candidates within
this range may benefit from a
Professional Growth Plan)
70 to 79
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
developing in meeting this
disposition and expectations for
a Teacher Candidate during
student teaching.
Proficient
(Target level for Teacher
Candidates)
80 to 92
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate meets
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Distinguished
(Usually reserved for master
Teacher Candidates)
93 to 100
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate
consistently exceeds this
disposition and all
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.

Honesty Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should model integrity by their words and actions.
100 1.00

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
Megan brings her personal life into the classroom as a way to show the students she is "real and approachable." She used a personal example of what she did over the weekend to demonstrate how
she wanted the students to participate in the activity.

Compassion Score No Evidence 1.00

Teacher candidates should demonstrate professional friendliness, warmth, and genuine caring in their relationships with others
while providing intellectual, emotional, and spiritual support. 100
Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
One of the students privately addressed her with a situation and she provided an alternative way for the student to complete the assignment.
 CLINICAL PRACTICE EVALUATION 1

Megan Nicponski 20481415

TEACHER CANDIDATE NAME______________________________ STUDENT NUMBER____________________

GCU Professional Dispositions of Learners Scoring Guide

No Evidence
(The GCU Faculty
Supervisor should create a
plan with the Teacher
Candidate to determine how
the Teacher Candidate will
meet this disposition in
future evaluations)
No Evidence
There is no evidence that the
performance of the Teacher
Candidate met this
disposition or expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Ineffective
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
1 to 49
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
insufficient in meeting this
disposition and expectations
for a Teacher Candidate
during student teaching.
Foundational
(Teacher Candidates within
this range require a
Professional Growth Plan)
50 to 69
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
underdeveloped in meeting
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Emerging
(Teacher Candidates within
this range may benefit from a
Professional Growth Plan)
70 to 79
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate is
developing in meeting this
disposition and expectations for
a Teacher Candidate during
student teaching.
Proficient
(Target level for Teacher
Candidates)
80 to 92
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate meets
this disposition and
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.
Distinguished
(Usually reserved for master
Teacher Candidates)
93 to 100
The performance of the
Teacher Candidate
consistently exceeds this
disposition and all
expectations for a Teacher
Candidate during student
teaching.

Advocacy Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates understand the impact of community involvement and servant leadership as it applies to the welfare of others in
the educational setting. 100 1.00

Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
Megan is very active in her community and attended Back-to-School night where she met many of the parents of the 193 students that she has. She also performs volunteer work within the
community.

Dedication Score No Evidence

Teacher candidates should be committed to the profession of teaching and learning.
100
1.00
Evidence
(The GCU Faculty Supervisor should detail the evidence or lack of evidence from the Teacher Candidate in meeting this disposition. For lack of evidence, please provide suggestions for
improvement and the actionable steps for growth. )
Megan has been substitute teaching in the district for a couple of years and that is why she decided to pursue a career as a teacher. She truly loves what she is doing and is VERY good at it.
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Megan Nicponski 20481415

TEACHER CANDIDATE NAME______________________________ STUDENT NUMBER____________________

INSTRUCTIONS
Please review the "Total Scored Percentage" for accuracy and add any attachments before completing the "Agreement and Signature" section.

Total Scored Percentage:

100 %
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AGREEMENT AND SIGNATURE

This evaluation reflects the results of a collaborative conference including feedback from the Cooperating / Mentor Teacher. The GCU Faculty
Supervisor and Cooperating /Mentor Teacher should collaboratively review the performance in each category prior to the evaluation meeting.

I attest this submission is accurate, true, and in compliance with GCU policy guidelines, to the best of my ability to do so.

GCU Faculty Supervisor E-Signature Date

Pherby Higgins
Pherby Higgins (Sep 11, 2018) Sep 11, 2018