ODE School Improvement 5

Question 1

Which Ohio school improvement principle states that sustainable improvement requires changes to the school's systems and structures, not just individual teacher practices?

Accepted Answer

Systems thinking

Answer

Systems thinking recognizes that lasting improvement requires addressing the policies, routines, and structures that shape teacher practice, rather than only training individuals.

Question 2

Ohio requires CSI schools to engage families and community members in the improvement planning process. What is the primary reason for this requirement?

Accepted Answer

Research shows family and community engagement improves student outcomes and plan buy-in

Answer

Authentic family and community engagement strengthens improvement plans by incorporating local knowledge and building the trust needed for sustained implementation.

Question 3

A school identified for CSI has been in improvement status for four consecutive years without meeting exit criteria. What does Ohio policy allow as a possible next step?

Accepted Answer

Implementing more rigorous state-directed interventions, potentially including governance changes

Answer

After extended improvement status, Ohio may require more intensive interventions including changes to school governance, leadership, or operational model.

Question 4

Which measurement approach does Ohio use to identify 'Additional Targeted Support' (ATS) schools?

Accepted Answer

Schools where any subgroup performs as low as the bottom 5% of all schools on any indicator

Answer

ATS identification occurs when a school has a subgroup performing at or below the level of schools in the lowest 5% of Title I schools on any accountability indicator.

Question 5

In Ohio's improvement framework, 'distributed leadership' means which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Sharing leadership responsibilities with teachers and instructional coaches to build collective capacity

Answer

Distributed leadership expands leadership capacity by empowering teachers and coaches as instructional leaders, spreading expertise and ownership throughout the school.

(ODE) Ohio Department of Education Practice Test

(ODE) Ohio Department of Education Practice Test

ODE School Improvement 5