Santa Susana High School

WASC/CDE – FOL

a California Distinguished School

Staff Survey 2005

This survey of the Santa Susana High School staff members is intended to continue to gather information on the progress of our school in meeting our standards, ESLRs, and serving our student community. In all cases, questions should be answered reflecting your perception of the present conditions at Santa Susana High School‑not what you might want SSHS to be in the future.

Please answer on the "bubble" sheets using only a # 2 pencil.

THANK YOU!

Part A: Your perception of how SSHS students measure.

For questions 1 ‑ 19, use this key: A = Usually B = Sometimes

C = Rarely D = No Opinion

Totals are in percents, rounded

A	B	C	D
53	41			1. Students read at grade level.
38	44	12	3	2. Students write at grade level.
44	47	6	3	3. Students use available technologies to increase their knowledge.
9	50	9	26	4. Students use and apply appropriate math skills expected at grade level.
73	27			5. Students are able to speak effectively.
41	53	6		6. Students are able to listen effectively.
32	62	3		7. Students are able to distinguish fact from opinion.
82	18			8. Students are on time to their classes.
59	41			9. Students are able to achieve departmental standards.
39	61			10. Students are good problem solvers.
21	68	9		11. Students perform to the best of their abilities.
38	56	6	12	12. Students demonstrate acceptance of the consequences of their actions.
50	35	3	12	13. Students are mastering information in the arts and technology areas.
71	23	6		14. Students are learning to work with others as well as by themselves.
35	59	3		15. Students establish personal and career goals.
18	73	3	3	16. Students are taking the most challenging courses available.
47	47	6		17. Students are adequately prepared for current class placement.
82	18			18. Students interact well with the non teaching staff.
26	47	25	3	19. Students respect all staff members.

Part B:

20. Overall, student behavior at SSHS:

26 - A. is excellent 59 - B. is very good

9 - C. could be improved 3 - D. is poor

Part C: Please answer each question below concerning your perception of students at Santa Susana High School.

Use this key: A = Strongly Agree B = Agree

C = No Opinion D = Disagree

E = Strongly Disagree

A	B	C	D	E
59	35	3	3		21. The classes offered at SSHS are relevant to students’ future plans.
67	26	6			22. Students are creative in solving problems.
80	14	6			23. Students are developing good and effective verbal and written communication skills.
85	15				24. I consider SSHS to be a safe place to work.
79	18	3			25. Students have an understanding of a diversity of opinions, values, and cultures of other students.
47	41	6	6		26. Information given in TAP class helps students to stay on track and successfully complete graduation requirements.
38	62				27. Students are given creative and interesting assignments in class.
82	18				28. The teachers and staff at SSHS care about the students.
38	44	15	3		29. Students are able to enroll in the electives of their choice.
56	41	3			30. Students are often asked to analyze information learned in class.
38	12	26	15	9	31. Staff and students take advantage of the extended day (periods 1, 8 and/or 9) schedule offered at SSHS.
12	50	26	9	3	32. Many students take more than six classes.
88	12				33. Students are encouraged to participate in class activities
71	29				34. Teachers use a variety of instructional techniques (e.g., lecture, demonstration, group work, technology, etc.) to help students learn.
50	37	12			35. Students are aware of the Advanced Placement and Honors courses offered at SSHS.
64	32	3			36. Students are informed about what classes are necessary for acceptance to a college or university.
62	41	15	18		37. The co‑curricular activities at SSHS (clubs, ASB activities, performances) are well-publicized.
62	29	9			38. Students are able to participate in co-curricular activities (clubs, performing groups, etc.).
50	38	9	3		39. Being in an academy helps students to focus on and develop their special interests and talents.
50	35	12	3		40. Most students choose to attend SSHS due to one or more of the schools focus areas (Academics, The Arts, and Information Technology).
38	35	12	12		41. Students are able to meet with a counselor in a timely manner.
59	26	9	3		42. The extended day schedule (periods 1-9) allows students and staff greater flexibility and meets their personal needs and goals.
44	26	17	12		43. The smaller learning communities (schools and academies) help to create a more personalized and comfortable climate for students at SSHS.
88	12				44. Students are encouraged to achieve state standards and to constantly improve their academic abilities at SSHS.
88	12				45. Students are encouraged to work and learn to their potential.
79	44	6	3		46. Students are offered additional academic support when needed.
47	44	6	3