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A leader builds positive working relationships with members of the school community and local community.
2023-24 School Year
2023-24 Reflections: Fostering Effective Relationships continues to be a domain at the center of everything I do. Many of the practices that have made my time at LCHS and Crestomere successful I continue to do such as:
constant and clear communication with my school community (students, teachers and parents) of process, expectations, celebrations, goals and directions.
visible in the school and outside of the school to make purposeful connections with students and parents.
continued weekly memo.
re-establishment of school council directives and goals to give a stronger purpose at guiding the school.
#cougarkindness, Student of the Month and CALL awards for students.
Sharing Crestomere School's story on what makes it a great place. The focus of this really showcases strong relationships and connection in the school.
2022-23 School Year
2022-23 Reflections: Fostering Effective Relationships continues to be a domain that I focus hard on. As mentioned through previous year's evidence, I believe this domain is foundational to success in the domains. Positive and effective relationships lead to strong communication within the school community which directly positively impacts student learning and teacher growth. This school year I have continued to use a weekly memo to inform staff of upcoming events and School Council has been well attended and active in planning evets and giving feedback to the school. A new initiative I started this year was Kindness Awards and Student of the Month . This gave me another avenue to Celebrate kids and connect with parents over the good things they are doing at Crestomere.
2022-23 Leadership Survey - Staff Feedback
Jay is a relationship builder. He dedicates time and significant effort to connect with all members of the school community. He is very visible at the school; he is always connecting with parents, teachers, and students. This strength has improved the school culture by bringing in community stakeholders. More importantly, students feel recognized, empowered, and listened to at Crestomere in large part due to Jay's efforts. - Crestomere Teacher, 2023
Community relations, community building, ability to concentrate on several tasks and do it well, timely and thorough feedback or follow-up in response to staff concerns/requests, physical presence in the school - being visible and accessible to students, parents, community. - Crestomere Teacher, 2023
Our personal wellness has been directly enhanced by your thorough management of the micro-systems at school, whether it be in regard to relationships, technology, facilities, professional development, inclusion, or school culture. When we are supported like this, we are free to focus on our teaching. You have purposefully guarded our time and supported exactly where needed. Your awareness of the little things that we do, and your listening ear make a huge difference in our staff culture. - Crestomere Teacher, 2023
Your people skills!!!! You have superior people skills with everyone, bus drivers, staff, parents, and students. Your ability to create relationships is valued and needed. Also, you follow up and see that problems are handled and support given to those who need it. Visiting the classrooms shows staff and students that he cares about what is happening and wants to be involved. You are creating a very positive culture where students and staff feel valued and supported. - Crestomere Teacher, 2023
You care about our community and you have helped our school become better. - Crestomere Teacher, 2023
I LOVE that you are engaged with teachers, students, bus drivers and parents. You have good relationships with everyone. I like that you are supportive if teachers need resources. You are "with it"- you got the ski trip planned and organized well. Your weekly memo is very clear and lets us know what is coming up. Your newsletters show good communication and have a good vibe to them. You lead by example and man up when you have to do the crappy job. You are excellent at getting back to me whenever I email or text you. You follow through with something you say that you are going to do. - Crestomere Teacher, 2023
Your strengths are how great you get along with students, parents, staff, etc. You respect all that you are in contact with and in turn people respect you. You really listen and genuinely care. You lead all of us to become better in our jobs, I see students who want to do better in their classes. You are a genuine leader and coach. - Crestomere Teacher, 2023
The graph on the left is from the "Planning for Continuous Improvement: Crestomere Parent Survey
Further Parent Feedback from this survey include:
We are so happy with all of the changes Mr. Adamson has brought in. He has really made the kids feel like they are important and they matter. The sense of school community has really improved as well. We also really appreciate the communication from administration to us parents as well.
The staff are amazing and really care about the kids. Mr. Adamson is the change the school needed
2021-22 School Year
Reflection:
I feel that this domain is a strength of mine and I take pride in developing positive and productive relationships. I very firmly believe that without positive and effective relationships that teaching, learning and leading is very difficult. Effective relationships for me are built on trust, teamwork, clear communication and respect. I strive for these qualities when working with students, staff and parents.
My goal for this year, which can be referenced in my PGP, was to develop a strong and effective relationship with the whole Crestomere Community. I completed this by actively communicating with all parties. My office door is always open, I am visible to students and staff and parents and I regularly communicate my ideas and thoughts through face to face, virtual, email and social media means.
I wanted communication between staff to be smooth and effective. An elementary school (any school really) is a busy place and staff are run off their feet frequently. I share a Weekly Memo on Friday about the upcoming week and events that we be taking place. Staff have really liked this process.
Celebration:
Celebrations I want to highlight are:
As viewed in my staff feedback document conducted by Wolf Creek People Services, the Crestomere staff are very appreciative of my weekly memos and how it sets them up for the week with upcoming events and information. This was an easy task to undertake and I am glad they find it helpful.
Over 90% of parents surveyed (35 respondents out of 68) felt that:
A theme from the survey was that communication and connection between home and school has increased this past year when compared to last.
Parent comments included:
I have truly noticed a difference this year with communication, school spirit and parent involvement. The school feels like a place parents can share ideas, hopes and issues. There has been more teacher (Principal) involvement than I have ever experienced. Mr Adamson has done an incredible job involving the children and parents to make our school feel like a safe community. I realize Covid has been hard, Mr Adamson really makes an effort to find a way to reach each student and their parents.
My 3 children have really noticed the engagement Mr. Adamson has with each of their classes, he has brought an excellent energy and supportive attitude that was very needed in the school! All of my children are thoroughly enjoying this school year, keep up the great work!
Much better communication from the principal this year than previous years. He wants to get parents more involved and informed.
Really enjoying the new leadership at the school.
I have been able to get an active school council formed. We have monthly meetings with a high participation rate. November School Council Agenda.
Areas of Growth:
I fully acknowledge the importance of always connecting positively with students, staff and parents. Committing to building effective relationships will only strengthen my ability to lead a school community and as a result I fully understand the need to continue pushing forward in this domain. As a leader I also fully accept responsibility to make sure school staff are also connecting with stakeholders. As a result I will continue to explore other ways and platforms that make sharing and connecting easy and purposeful for all such as Schoology. Other areas of connection I would like to maintain are the school year startup phone calls I made and I want to also do mid-year calls as well.
My birthday where many of the staff also dressed similar to me for the day
Below: Crestomere's Welcome Back Pancake Breakfast
Below: Thumbs up from the PE class
Below: Staff Startup and Team Building at The Hatchet Axe Throwing.
How do I met this standard?
Relationships are key in an profession when working with people and as an educator they are at the forefront of everything I do. Developing positive and effective relationships with all stakeholders is one of my main objectives.
I believe that it is always beneficial to take time to talk with students, staff and parents to get to know who they are away from the school setting and to let them know who I am.
This helps me create environments where each individual is treated as an individual and I am able to act and treat others with fairness, dignity and integrity.
As a teacher and administrator I actively communicate with parents and guardians over student learning and well-being.
I work hard to develop strong relationships through open communication lines.
I maintain an open door policy with all involved in the school community. I want students and parents/guardians know I am her to support and help
In my classes I regularly consult with our First Nations, Metis and Inuit staff leaders to implement new and connected teachings in indigenous knowledge
In my Biology 30 class I consulted with our Divisional First Nations, Metis and Inuit coordinator about a major research project we do in class.
I think it is vital to make sure staff feel supported and connected with.
Whether it is just a small check-in, a walk-through or active collaboration, I do my best to guide, assist, listen and push forward as need the staff at my school
When staff on concerns, issues or problems I actively do my best to listen and problem solve with them to find proactive and concrete solutions.
On a most recent survey (2021) of my staff based on eight questions around this element I was consistently rated a 5 out of 5 by current staff members.
Specific Comments from staff included:
Jay has always listened to any concerns I had and did his best to assist.
I feel you show a great balance between fun and serious. I appreciate this as both a parent and a staff member!
You are exceptional at fostering positive relationships with staff, students, parents and the community. You are always warm and welcoming, and your sense of humor is appreciated.
I would assume that this is one of your more natural strengths, as it appears to come easy to you to interact with any and all stakeholders.
You are around, you are available and you are knowledgeable and able to share thoughts and ideas for all in an attempt to make things the best they can be.
Jay makes a point to do his rounds and check in with staff. When he shows up he does so with humour and gets us laughing which in most cases is what we need in the moment. He is firm but fair. He truly has the students best interests at heart but at the same time is not afraid to be frank with them.
Jay is a caring administrator that takes time to listen and understand before coming to conclusions.
Jay is authentic and direct in his communication with others. He is caring but firm in his expectations of students.
Past Surveys and Feedback (2013-2016)
Survey Results: 2013-2015
Through my staff survey results staff felt and voiced that this is a strength area of mine. I utilized a 5-point rating scale.
Staff Comments included:
"Jay ensures our school has a welcoming atmosphere for everyone."
"Jay is respectful toward students, staff and parents."
"When I have a problem related to my work at school, I feel confident in sharing my problem with Jay."
"Jay has proven to be a real asset to the school in the relatively short time he has been here. It is a pleasure to work with him. He is always available, always does his best to help, and always ready to teach staff or students."
"I think you have made your presence known .... like-able and outgoing .... high expectations for yourself and others ... you are an active and engaged leader"
"I haven't seen Jay "in action" with parents, but for those times I have encountered him working with staff and students it seems to have always been an effective and encouraging manner. I think Jay has great people skills and is a true asset to the school."
"Jay I believe you are a very personable and approachable individual, this is definitely an area of strength for you."
"His sense of humor is appreciated. He is a team player and fosters a positive atmosphere among staff members making sure he is not hidden away in his office during lunch times but plays an active role in the staff room, etc."
"Students and staff are always greeted with a smile and a conversation before the serious work begins"
"Great sense of humor...effective when dealing with students... can step into a conflict and understand quickly how to most effective... builds rapport with students easily and effectively"
"You are always approachable and calm, and have a great sense of humor"
"Jay has been the administrator that has come in to touch base with me and see how things are going. He regularly passes through my teaching area and stops in to say hi, touch base and observe. I have seen Jay chat with kids in the hallway, come in and play floor hockey, dodgeball or other activities and make a strong effort to know and connect with all."
"Jay goes out of his way to maintain positive relationships with staff, students and parents."
LPI Survey 2016
LPI Survey Feedback
friendly, personable
Friendly Approachable Informative
Approachable and calm, even demeanor
You are a great people person. This translates into being able to adapt to working well with the staff in the building.
You have great personal skills, great enthusiasm, great energy for trying new things. You offer support to students who need it and are firm with students who need the structure
Relationship building with staff and students would be your strongest quality as a leader
You relate well to the staff and are very trusted to deliver a common sense approach to student guidance. Students that are sent to you are given support within acceptable guidelines. They are held accountable for their actions.
I know that fostering effective relationships is an ever growing skill and I will continue to work at developing relationships especially with students and staff who are resisters of change. I want all involved in the school community to have a voice and be comfortable in their working/learning environment.
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