PI Analyze

Analyze is the first phase of the Program Improvement (PI) process.

How can a district and/or site conduct an internal scan to better understand their educational system?

The internal scan involves intensive review of the district/site's academic data and the use of four key survey instruments: the District Assistance Survey (DAS), Academic Program Survey (APS), English Learner Subgroup Self Assessment (ELSSA), and Least Restrictive Environment Self Assessment (LRE).

A comprehensive analysis synthesizing the data from each of these tools will help you more deeply understand how your instructional program, student demographics, and school/district practices impact achievement.

Key State Documents	Supporting Resources
District Assistance Survey	Deciphering the AYP and APR () - coaching tool for AYP & APR data
DAS Reporting Form (Word)	NCLB Program Improvement School Requirements (Word) - one-page matrix highlighting PI Year 1 - 5 requirements
Academic Program Survey	School Program Improvement Process at a Glance (PDF) - 12-page document detailling PI Pre - Year 5 requirements and actions
English Learner Subgroup Self Assessment	Parent Notification - Years 3 & 4 (Word)
Least Restrictive Environment Self Assessment	No Child Left Behind (outside link)
	PI Glossary of Term - glossary of NCLB and PI terminology

"Charting The Course"

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This excerpt from "Charting the Course" CD demonstrates how a principal leads a discussion from looking at data to analyzing instructional practices that affect student achievement.