Standard Five Compendium 5 - R5.3 Stakeholder Involvement

Grambling State University Standard Five Compendium

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R5.3 Stakeholder Involvement

Standards Alignment: This packet, entitled Stakeholder Involvement, presents evidence for Standard Five: The provider maintains a quality assurance system that consists of valid data from multiple measures and supports continuous improvement that is sustained and evidence-based. The system is developed and maintained with input from internal and external stakeholders. The provider uses the results of inquiry and data collection to establish priorities, enhance program elements, and highlight innovations.

R5.3 Stakeholder Involvement The provider includes relevant internal (e.g., EPP administrators, faculty, staff, candidates) and external (e.g., alumni, practitioners, school and community partners, employers) stakeholders in program design, evaluation, and continuous improvement processes.

How Alignment is assured: The Assessment Coordinator in consultation with Program/Discipline Chairs, aligns the evaluation measures and assessment tasks with CAEP, InTASC, and appropriate Technology Standards. The Assessment Coordinator maintains alignments and adherence to multiple Louisiana state laws and policy regulations. All Standards have been maintained utilizing Watermark – Taskstream. This standards database is maintained by the Assessment Coordinator so that alignments can accommodate updates to standards, program competencies, courses, or assessments.

Evidence Overview

Grambling State University has several Advisory Boards that influence programs and policies in the College of Education, in addition to the Program Chairs, the use of Subject Matter Experts (SME) and specialized workgroups convened for larger projects made up of Faculty, SMEs, Alumni, and Grambling Candidates. The College of Education also participates in national, professional associations and boards that provide additional input from these key stakeholders.

The Evidence section below provides a brief overview of these entities as well as the advisory boards. Evidence of stakeholder involvement can be found in the representation of the following Compendia within the Self-Study.

Compendia Evidence

of Stakeholder Involvement

GSU Standard Two

Compendium 1 - R2.1 Partnerships for Clinical Preparation

This Compendium shows how the Office of Professional Laboratory Experiences provides field experiences that provide students opportunities for the practical application of pedagogical skills and knowledge base in collaboration with our partners. These experiences include observation, planning, presentation, assessment, and evaluation within the preservice teaching experience. At all levels of field experiences, candidates develop a repertoire of professional skills and competencies that prepare them to become outstanding professional educators who are experts in subject matter content, facilitators of learning, and enhancers and nurturers of affective behaviors. Collaboration among stakeholders and effective communication are keys to developing, maintaining, and evaluating the success of this program. Charts included in the Compendium highlight partnership school/district/parish sites. MOUs are inclu ded as links along with Outcomes, Collaboration Details, and Collaborative Clinical Components.

GSU Standard Two

Compendium 2 - R2.2 Clinical Expectations and Training

This Compendium is a compilation of evidence demonstrating participation, co-selection, and retention of high-quality clinical educators (provider and school-based), professional development focusing on the positive impact on candidates’ development and P -12 student learning and development, and performance evaluations of clinical educators. Evidence includes linked documents that were co-constructed with clinical partners (Mentor teachers, Human Resource Directors, Principals, and Advisory Boards).

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R5.3 Stakeholder Involvement

Compendia Evidence of Stakeholder Involvement

GSU Standard Three

Compendium 1 - R3.1 Access and Equity

GSU Standard Three

Compendium 2 - R3.2

Academic Achievement and Support

Evidence provided in this Compendium shows how GSU carries out its mission (the University seeks to reflect in all of its programs the diversity present in the world) the Education Preparation Program (EPP) to recruit a diverse population of students which include local, regional, national, and international candidates. In its efforts, GSU involves both internal and external stakeholders in this process (Call Me Mister program).

The information found within this Compendium illustrates how GSU creates and monitors transition points from admission through completion of the program, supports candidates through the program, and maintains records. Candidate progress on non-academic factors as well as professional responsibilities are monitored through the results reported from the various transition points by various internal stakeholders. Candidate Sup port- Curriculum Sheets are used by advisors and students to guide the progress toward ontime graduation for each candidate. Classroom visitations are held each semester. The Office of Professional Laboratory Experiences (OPLE) Director, Centralized Advisement Referral and Evaluation (CARE) Center Director, Praxis Lab Coordinator, Residency Coordinator, Certification Officer and Department Head visit classrooms to explain the process and answer questions.

Grambling’s Governance: Grambling’s Board of Trustees consists of educators, industry leaders, and dedicated professionals.

Governance

Position

Member Name Biography

CHAIRMAN Richard Rayford, M.D. & Ph.D.

Richard Rayford, MD is a Cardiology Specialist in Jackson, MS and has over 32 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI / MEDICAL CENTER in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Merit Health Central and Merit Health River Oaks. His office accepts new patients.

LaToya C. Fortner Merritt, J.D. (Vice-Chair) Partner/Practice Group Leader at Phelps Dunbar LLP

VICE CHAIRMAN Attorney Latoya Merritt

LaToya Merritt, a community leader and experienced litigator, aims to assist her clients make the best decisions whether that includes taking a case to trial or working to resolve a case through alternative resolutions. She has been recognized by a number of media outlets as an active and engaged member of the Jackson community through devoting her time to volunteer with Mississippi organizations. For nearly 20 years, LaToya has practiced exclusively in the area of labor and employment with a focus on Civil Rights and Title VII, as well as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Labor Standards Act. She currently serves as the Practice Coordinator of Phelps Dunbar's Jackson labor and employment group.

An important component of LaToya’s practice entails representing educational institutions, particularly colleges and universities, including HBCUs, in suits alleging civil rights and constitutional law violations. She has dedicated a decade of service as General Counsel to The Piney Woods School, the nation’s oldest African-American boarding school (established in 1909).

Secretary Mrs. Monica Kennedy Jones Director, Enterprise Sourcing Cox Communications 3620 Rivers Call Blvd. Atlanta, GA 30339

Treasurer Dr. Adrian Butler Chief Information Officer Dine Brands Global P.O. Box 800284 Santa Clarita, CA 91380

Member Mr. David Au brey

Serves as Regional Vice President of External & Legislative Affairs for AT&T. In this role, he manages the Louisiana external and legislative affairs team that plans and implements activities for achieving AT&T’s legislative, regulatory and community objectives. He also supports the recommendation and implementation of the AT&T Foundation grants, contributions and memberships.

Member Juan Cunningham

Cunningham, who retired from Norfolk Southern as vice president of Human Resources, has more than 40 years of experience in leadership, planning, strategy and budgeting. His career and retirement have been marked with a spirit of service. The Grambling State graduate has been active with his fraternity, Omega Phi Psi, in community volunteerism projects since his retirement.

Member Gregory Jones Jones is president and CEO of The Jones Group. With over 25 years of leadership experience in government affairs, business development, and political advocacy, The Jones Group has represented a variety of corporations, industry and professional

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Governance Position Member Name Biography

associations, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. Current and former clients include Abbott Laboratories, American Heart Association, Apple, Draft Kings, Boys and Girls Clubs of America, National Association of Black Automotive Suppliers, Pfizer, Alabama State University, and Tuskegee University.

Member Janet D. Barnes, M.D

Dr. Janet D. Barnes is a pediatrician in New Orleans, Louisiana and is affiliated with Touro Infirmary. She received her medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

Member Sarah Dennis, Ph.D. Associate Professor Political Science Department

Grambling State University

Retiree – JNET Communication New Jersey

Member David Jefferson, Ph.D.

Pastor, Teacher, Visionary, Community Servant, Attorney, Husband, Father and Grandfather are among the many ministerial roles of Reverend Dr. David Jefferson, Sr., Pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist Church, Newark, NJ.

Member Murphy Cheatham Principle of Cheatham and Associate Fort Worth, Texas

Member Richard J. Gallot, Jr.,

J.D. President – Grambling State University

Member Ja’Quel Brooks President - Student Government Association

The College of Education is an active member/participant in the following professional organizations and entities:

1. American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (AACTE): The American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE) is the leading voice on educator preparation. AACTE represents more than 800 postsecondary institutions with educator preparation programs dedicated to high-quality, evidence-based preparation that assures educators are ready to teach all learners. AACTE’s website can be accessed at http://aacte.org/

2. Council for Exceptional Children (CEC): Mission: The Council for Exceptional Children is a professional association of educators dedicated to advancing the success of children with exceptionalities. We accomplish our mission through advocacy, standards, and professional development. Core values include Visionary Thinking, Integrity, and Inclusiveness. CEC’s central goal is for educators to be highly competent professionals entrusted to provide quality instruction that will enable all students to pursue their full potential. Access CEC’s website at https://www.cec.sped.org/

3. International Literacy Association (ILA): The International Literacy Association (ILA) is a global advocacy and membership organization of more than 300,000 literacy educators, researchers, and experts across 86 countries. With more than 60 years of experience, ILA has set the standard for the definition of literacy and the best methods to teach and evaluation literacy. Mission: Our mission is to empower educators, inspire students, and encourage leaders with the resources they need to make literacy accessible for all. Access ILA’s website at https://www.literacyworldwide.org/

4. International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE): ISTE is home to a passionate community of global educators who believe in the power of technology to transform teaching and learning, accelerate innovation and solve tough problems in education. ISTE inspires the

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creation of solutions and connections that improve opportunities for all learners by delivering: practical guidance, evidence-based professional learning, virtual networks, thought-provoking events and the ISTE Standards. Mission: ISTE inspires educators worldwide to use technology to innovate teaching and learning, accelerate good practice and solve tough problems in education by providing community, knowledge and the ISTE Standards, a framework for rethinking education and empowering learners. Access ISTE’s website at https://www.iste.org/

5. National Council for the Social Studies (NCSS): Founded in 1921, National Council for the Social Studies is the largest professional association in the country devoted solely to social studies education. NCSS engages and supports educators in strengthening and advocating social studies. With members in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and 35 countries, NCSS serves as an umbrella organization for elementary, secondary, and college teachers of history, civics, geography, economics, political science, sociology, psychology, anthropology, and law-related education. The NCSS membership represents K-12 classroom teachers, college and university faculty members, curriculum designers and specialists, social studies supervisors, and leaders in the various disciplines that constitute the social studies. https://www.socialstudies.org/

6. National Council of Teacher of English (NCTE): Through collaboration and community, shared stories and shared experiences, NCTE supports teachers and their students in classrooms, on college campuses, and in online learning environments. For more than 100 years, NCTE has worked with its members to offer journals, publications, and resources; to further the voice and expertise of educators as advocates for their students at the local and federal levels; and to share lesson ideas, research, and teaching strategies through its Annual Convention and other professional learning events. https://ncte.org/

7. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM): Founded in 1920, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) is the world's largest mathematics education organization. As we look forward to NCTM’s second century of leadership, this NCTM 100 timeline reflects on the organization’s contributions and accomplishments, and places them in a broader historical, educational, and mathematical context. https://www.nctm.org/ncate/

8. SHAPE America-Physical and Health Education:

SHAPE America – Society of Health and Physical Educators serves as the voice for 200,000+ health and physical education professionals across the United States. The organization’s extensive community includes a diverse membership of health and physical educators, as well as advocates, supporters, and 50+ state affiliate organizations. Since its founding in 1885, the organization has defined excellence in physical education. For decades, SHAPE America’s National Standards for K-12 Physical Education have served as the foundation for well-designed physical education programs across the country. Additionally, the organization helped develop and owns the National Health Education Standards. https://www.shapeamerica.org/

9. National Association for Education for Young Children (NAEYC): The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is a professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age 8, by connecting

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Grambling State University Standard Five Compendium 5 R5.3 Stakeholder Involvement

early childhood practice, policy, and research. We advance a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and support all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children. The association comprises nearly 60,000 individual members of the early childhood community and 52 Affiliates, all committed to delivering on the promise of high-quality early learning. Together, we work to achieve a collective vision: that all young children thrive and learn in a society dedicated to ensuring they reach their full potential. https://www.naeyc.org

EXAMPLE #1: Shared Accountability for the Preparation of Candidates:

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU 1 – Bienville; MOU 2 - Caddo) within the Parish School district outlines the multiple ways in which GSU and its partners exhibit shared accountability in the preparation of teacher candidates. Within the “District Approved Program, Placement, and Clinical Experience Parameters” section of the MOU, a list of responsibilities highlighting the expectations of the district, the mentor teacher, and the Grambling clinical supervisor are provided for each type of clinical experience (practicum, traditional student teaching, collaborative partnership experience, and yearlong residency). Accordingly, the Parties agree to the following collaborative goals:

Co-construction of effective measures of clinical and field experiences to support continuous improvement was paused during Covid; however, collaborative meetings held during fall 2022 resulted in the creation of a new protocol for the evaluation of residents. A spring 2023 meeting will focus on modifying and innovating field experiences now that schools are back face-to-face. Lessons learned from the Pandemic will be shared and discussed.

Recent Co-Construction Example Through MOU Mentor Teacher Partnerships: Fall 2022 Meeting Agenda Fall 2022 Meeting PowerPoint

From this meeting, University Supervisors, Mentor Teachers, and Residents agreed that all portions of the Danielson Rubric should be completed for the residents. The section that was not being completed before dealt with professionalism aspects that the university supervisor may or may not see in one observation, but the mentor would see throughout the time with the resident. It was decided that this portion would be completed during the post conference with mentors and shared with residents at that time. Also, any portion of the rubric that was not completed by the university supervisor the score would be provided by the mentor teacher at that time as well.

EXAMPLE #2: The purpose of the PK-16 Advisory Board is to foster communication with stakeholders for all levels of field experience. Comprised of university faculty, GSU alumni who are teaching in partner districts, mentor teachers, principals, superintendents, district personnel, College of Arts and Science (COAS) faculty and other stakeholders, this committee meets quarterly. Additionally, the Dean of the College of Education, Department Head for Curriculum and Instruction, Director of the Office of Professional Laboratory Experiences, and Residency Coordinator meet through the year-long residency program and at the end of each academic year with leadership from primary partnering school districts to discuss and address emerging challenges, questions, or needs.

Pk-16 Advisory Board Members

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An advisory board agenda and notes provide evidence of shared responsibility for continuous improvement of candidate preparation.

Advisory Board Meeting Agenda Sample Advisory Board Meeting Notes Sample

Below you will find actual meeting agenda and notes from 2021.

Advisory Board Meeting Agenda Advisory Board Meeting Notes