MSAP Site Visit Observation Checklist

MSAP Site Visit Observation Checklist

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Staff ID 1: ___ ___ Staff ID 2: ___ ___

Observation Date: ___ ___ / ___ ___ / ___ ___ ___ ___ Observation Time: ___ ___ : ___ ___ AM PM

Grantee Name: ______________________________________________ School Name: _______________________________

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Combination M/H

School Type:

Category	Essential component	Observation status	Notes
Communications	Magnet theme is indicated on school sign.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Magnet theme is stated when office staff answers calls.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Magnet theme is evident in main office.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Magnet theme is evident in corridors.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Magnet banner is prominently displayed.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Magnet theme is noted in school newsletter.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Magnet theme is noted in the PTA/PTSA newsletter.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Magnet theme is stated on school website.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
Academics	Magnet theme is incorporated into the school’s mission statement.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Magnet-themed student work is displayed in the classroom.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
Academics	Magnet theme integration/alignment is evident in teaching and learning.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Students are able to express/articulate the school’s magnet theme.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Teachers use differentiated instruction.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Teacher understanding of the magnet theme is evident.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Teachers and students use supplemental instruction materials to support the magnet theme.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Teachers have access to technology to support the magnet theme.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Students have access to current technology.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Teachers and students use technology to support the magnet theme.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Designated staff members teach magnet theme core, encore or elective units/classes/courses.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
Space	Teachers have specific areas of the campus and facility for magnet themed activities/lessons.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Teachers use specific areas of the campus and facility for magnet theme activities/lessons.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	Behavioral expectations are clearly stated in the disciplinary policies.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed

Category	Essential component	Observation status	Notes
Parent and community engagement	School has family engagement and support.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed
	School has community and business partner involvement.	Evident Not Evident Not Applicable Not Observed

Adapted with permission from GCS Magnet School Observation Checklist. Retrieved from: http://www.gcsnc.com/boe/2008/7_8/Attachment1SchoolbySchoolReviewand Needs Assessment. Protocol

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