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Educational AdministrationPrincipal Internship HandbookTexas A&M University–CommerceDepartment of Educational LeadershipCommerce, ed 2.13.14
2TABLE OF CONTENTSWelcome . 3Preparing for the Principal Internship . 3Assignments for Internship . 4Internship Activities . 5Objectives . 7Roles of Participants . 10Role of the Intern . 10Role of the Mentor . 10Role of the University Supervisor . 10Appendices . 11A. Principal Internship Information Form . 12B. Campus Supervisor Approval Form . 13C. Affirmation to Uphold the Texas Educators’ Code of Ethics . 14D. Principal Internship Time Log . 15E. Principal Internship Observation Form . 16F. Mentor Summative Evaluation of Intern Form . 17G. Code of Ethics and Standard Practicesfor Texas Administrators . 19Updated 2.13.14
3WelcomeWelcome to the Texas A&M University-Commerce principal internship EDAD614. You have absorbed all of that administrative theory, analyzed those tricky casestudies, and mentally projected yourselves into key coordinator roles. Now will be yourchance to put theory into practice as you work closely with your mentor in an activeleadership situation. This is a time to excel since many high-producing interns soonmove into regular administrative positions. Please read this handbook carefully sinceimportant information, policies, and procedures are discussed.Preparing for the Principal Internship-EDAD 6141. Each student shall have completed 24 hours (eight courses) of coursework prior totaking EDAD 554 and the EDAD 614 internship (these are your FINAL two classes).2. The candidate shall have maintained high academic standards on previous courses.3. The candidate shall have demonstrated exceptional ethical and moral behavior.4. The student must submit the Internship Information Form (Appendix A), thesigned permission form from an experienced school principal who has agreed toserve as campus supervisor (Appendix B), and the code of Ethics Form(Appendix C) as one PDF document to Educational Leadership@TAMUC.eduby the required deadline dates. This is your completed application!5. The Internship is offered only in the Spring and Fall semesters. July 1 is the deadlinefor Fall semester internship applications. November 1 is the deadline for Springsemester applications. Failure to meet these deadline dates will delay your internshipto the next semester.6. Upon receipt of the completed internship application, an Educational Leadershiprepresentative will clear each student to register for an EDAD 554 and a “holding”section of EDAD 614. Students will be emailed these clearances as soon as possibleafter receipt of completed application.7. Once each student has been assigned to a university supervisor who will service theirgeographic location, the student will be moved by the department into the correctsection for that supervisor.Updated 2.13.14
4Assignments for the Internship1. Working with the principal and members of the leadership team, the intern willdocument at least 160 clock hours of activities that demonstrate proficiency in theTexas Competencies. You may submit an excel spreadsheet patterned after theexample on page 15 or make multiple copies of page 15 for submission.2. The candidate will submit electronic monthly logs of administrative activities to theiruniversity supervisor.3. The intern will submit electronic periodic assignments through eCollege based on theTexas Competencies. The assignments may be such items as school leadership,curriculum, school-community events, conferences, and self-evaluations.4. The candidate will arrange for three forty-five minute sessions of intern leadershipdemonstration for the university supervisor’s observations.5. At the end of the semester the candidate will submit an electronic portfolio to theiruniversity supervisor containing:A. Leadership time log indicating activities, competencies, and time.B. Daily journal, including the competencies addressed.C. Special projects of the intern, including documentation of competencyproficiencies.D. Reflections of internship activities based on the Texas Competencies.E. Any other deliverables assigned by university supervisor.Updated 2.13.14
5Internship Project Proficiency ActivitiesThe candidate’s log and special projects must document activitiesdemonstrating proficiency with each competency.Texas Competencies001Knowledge of vision of learningThe principal knows how to shapecampus culture by facilitating thedevelopment, articulation,implementation, and stewardship of avision of learning that is shared andsupported be the school community.002Knowledge of communication andcollaborative skillsThe principal knows how tocommunicate and collaborate with allmembers of the school community,respond to diverse interests and needs,and mobilize resources to promoteschool success.003Suggested Activities Participate in the development of a campus visionParticipate in the selection and survey of a campus cultureCreate a process for recognizing faculty and studentsProvide a written 5 year vision if you were principal Participate in principals’ meetings with parents and staffAssist with school-community programs and projectsAttend PTA and booster meetings where appropriateAssist in conducting a needs assessmentPlan activities to increase parent involvementPrepare a monthly newsletter to staff and parentsPrepare news releases or articles for various mediaPrepare written communication for faculty, students,parents and communityPrepare a plan to market your campus to the community.Meet with community agencies concerning availableservices and funds Knowledge of ethics and integrity The principal knows how to act withintegrity, fairness, and in an ethical andlegal manner. 004Knowledge of curriculum, instruction,and assessmentThe principal knows how to facilitatethe design and implementation ofcurricula and strategic plans thatenhance teaching and learning; ensurealignment of curriculum, instruction,resources and assessments to measurestudent performance. Accompany administrator to court hearing related to aschool problemReview and analyze the campus ethicsParticipate in ethical decision-makingReview district and school’s policies and proceduresAssist in conducting review and submission of allnecessary reports of accidentsReview school responsibilities involved with federalprogramsMake report to faculty on a recent legal decisionRelate benchmark data to needed interventionAssist in administration of standardized testParticipate in long range planningParticipate in the co-curricular and extra curricularprogramsParticipate in the development of action researchAttendance at meetings of curriculum committeeUpdated 2.13.14
6005Knowledge of effective instructionalprogram and campus cultureThe principal knows how to advocate,nurture, and sustain an instructionalprogram and a campus culture that areconducive to student learning and staffprofessional growth.006008Conduct teacher appraisal or walk-through visitsPresent staff development sessionsSit in on interviews with prospective faculty and staffReview resumes to select interview candidatesConduct a study personnel turnover for the past five yearsDevelop a conference or staff development programAnalysis/revision of non-certified staff job descriptionDevelopment and revision of rules, requirements andpoliciesKnowledge of decision making andproblem solving The principal knows how to applyorganizational, decision-making, andproblem solving skills to ensure aneffective learning environment. Serve as mediator for teacher-parent disputesParticipate in site-based decision making committeemeetingSuggest strategies to assist teachers with a problem areaKnowledge of finance, personnel, andtechnological use Assist in budget preparationParticipate in interviews for teaching positionsDemonstrates use of technology to teachers or staffAnalyzes student or faculty handbookParticipate in the location and utilization of computersReview school/district management information systems Check campus facilitiesOrganize and supervise a school eventAssist in coordinating and supervising testingParticipation in administrative team activitiesReview safety/health procedures and reports; disaster plansInterview a member of the custodial staffReview order for plant maintenance suppliesThe principal knows how to apply ofeffective leadership and management inrelation to campus budgeting, personnel,resource utilization, financialmanagement, and technology use.009 Create a cultural analysis of the campusAssist in preparing a master scheduleParticipation in scheduling activitiesParticipate in implementation of a curricular changeDiscussion of curriculum development with administratorsReview tardy and absentee policiesDevelop a positive reward program for improving tardyand absentee ratesParticipate in student conduct interventions and hearings Knowledge of staff evaluation anddevelopmentThe principal knows how to implementa staff evaluation and developmentsystem to improve the performance ofall staff members, select and implementappropriate models for supervision andstaff development, and apply the legalrequirements for personnelmanagement.007 Knowledge of physical plant andsafety knowledgeThe principal knows how to applyprinciples of leadership andmanagement to the campus physicalplant and support systems to ensure asafe and effective learning environment.Updated 2.13.14
7ObjectivesIt is anticipated that the principal interns will be able to demonstrate competencein each of the nine objectives included in the recommended Texas listing.Educational Administration Crosswalk of Competencies and StandardsCourseNumberEDAD 615Texas CompetencyCompetency 001: The principal knowshow to shape campus culture byfacilitating the development, articulation,implementation, and stewardship of avision of learning that is shared andsupported be the school community.ELCC StandardStandard 1: Candidates whocomplete the program areeducational leaders who havethe knowledge and ability topromote the success of allstudents by facilitating thedevelopment, articulation,implementation, andstewardship of a school ordistrict vision of learningsupported by the schoolcommunity.TitleLeading Effective SchoolsCompetency 002: The principal knowshow to communicate and collaborate withall members of the school community,respond to diverse interests and needs, andmobilize resources to promote schoolsuccess.Standard 4: Candidates whocomplete the program areeducational leaders who havethe knowledge and ability topromote the success of allstudents by collaborating withfamilies and other communitymembers, responding to diversecommunity interests and needs,and mobilizing communityresources.EDAD 607Using Evaluation andData to Improve LearningCompetency 003: The principal knowshow to act with integrity, fairness, and inan ethical and legal manner.Standards 5: Candidates whocomplete the program areeducational leaders who havethe knowledge and ability topromote the success of allstudents by acting withintegrity, fairness, and in anethical manner.EDAD 626Using the Law ineducational PracticeUpdated 2.13.14
8Competency 004: The principal knowshow to facilitate the design andimplementation of curricula and strategicplans that enhance teaching and learning;ensure alignment of curriculum,instruction, resources and assessments tomeasure student performance.Standard 2: Candidates whocomplete the program areeducational leaders who haveknowledge and ability topromote the success of allstudents by promoting apositive school culture,providing and effectiveinstructional program, applyingbest practices to studentlearning.EDAD 619Designing Curriculum forEffective InstructionCompetency 006: The principal knowshow to implement a staff evaluation anddevelopment system to improve theperformance of all staff members, selectand implement appropriate models forsupervision and staff development, andapply the legal requirements for personnelmanagement.NAEDAD 574Developing the QualityInstructional ProgramsCompetency 007: The principal knowshow to apply organizational, decisionmaking, and problem solving skills toensure an effective learning environment.NAEDAD 607Using Evaluation andData to Improve LearningCompetency 008: The principal knowshow to apply of effective leadership andmanagement in relation to campusbudgeting, personnel, resource utilization,financial management, and technology use.Standard 3: Candidates whocomplete the program areeducational leaders who havethe knowledge and ability topromote the success of allstudents by managing theorganization, operations, andresources in a way thatpromotes a safe, efficient, andeffective learning environment.EDAD 656Building Capacity forEffective LearningCompetency 005: The principal knowshow to advocate, nurture, and sustain aninstructional program and a campus culturethat are conducive to student learning andstaff professional growth.Competency 009: The principal knowshow to apply principles of leadership andmanagement to the campus physical plantand support systems to ensure a safe andeffective learning environment.Updated 2.13.14
9NAStandard 6: Candidates whocomplete the program areeducational leaders who havethe knowledge and ability topromote the success of allstudents by understanding,responding to, and influencingthe larger political, social,economic, legal, and culturalcontext.EDAD 508Facilitating Learning forDiverse StudentsCompetencies 001-009Standard 7: The internshipprovides significantopportunities for candidates tosynthesize and apply theknowledge and practice anddevelop the skills identified inStandards 1-6 throughsubstantial, sustained,standards-based work in realsettings, planned and guidedcooperatively by the institutionand school district personnelfor graduate credit.EDAD 614Leading the LearningCommunity InternshipUniversity RequirementNAEDAD 595Using Research for BestPracticeCompetencies 001-009All ELCC StandardsEDAD 554Leading the LearningCommunityUpdated 2.13.14
10Roles of ParticipantsRole of the Intern1. Arranges for the internship placement with a qualified school administrator.2. Registers during the fall or spring semester for the internship course EDAD 614 by deadlinesindicated on page 3 of this document.3. Maintains a harmonious, cooperative attitude with the mentor, university supervisor, and other schoolpersonnel.4. Adheres to the policies and traditions of selected school.5. Shadows school administrators to learn organizational procedures and strategies.6. Assumes increasing responsibility for administrative tasks as confidence grows.7. Submits periodic online assignments related to leadership, organization, and community documentingproficiency in the Texas Competencies8. Completes 160 clock hours of administrative focus and assignments to document proficiencies in theTexas Competencies9. Submits an electronic portfolio at the semesters end containing: leadership activity time log, dailyjournal, special projects of the intern, reflection discussion of internship activities and individualdifferencesRole of the Campus Supervisor1. Provides an orientation to the faculty and staff of the school concerning the intern’s role.2. Plan a work schedule for the intern that enhances learning experiences.3. Integrates experiences that parallel the TeXeS objectives and allows opportunities for the intern todemonstrate proficiency in the Texas Competencies.4. Signs a statement (Appendix B) verifying an agreement to mentor the intern.5. Confers with the university supervisor concerning the intern’s progress, growth and proficiency in theTexas Competencies.6. Schedule periodic conferences with the intern to explain and clarify administrative strategies andprocedures.7. Submits final assessment forms and participates in summative conference with the universitysupervisor and the intern.Role of the University Supervisor1. Facilitates placements of the intern in a productive, nurturing administrative environment.2. Verifies the document of intern acceptance (Appendix B) by the administrators.3. Promotes friendly and healthy relations between the intern and school and between the school anduniversity.4. Observes and evaluates three forty-five minute administrative situations with the intern taking majorroles to demonstrate proficiency in Texas Competencies.5. Maintains lines of communication with the intern through emails, telephone, and face-to-faceconferences.6. Assists in storing internship records from semester to semester.7. Submits a final grade for the intern.Updated 2.13.14
11AppendicesPrint appendices A, B, and C. Only A, B, and C are required to be returned bydeadline dates as the Internship application. Check each of the three boxes belowwhen form is completed. Scan, and email Appendices A, B, and C toEducationalLeadership@TAMUC.edu The additional appendices are for yourinformation and to share with your Campus and University supervisors.Appendix A – Principal Internship Information FormAppendix B – Campus Supervisor Permission FormAppendix C – Ethics Affirmation FormAppendix D – Principal Internship Time LogAppendix E – Principal Internship Observation FormAppendix F – Principal Internship Evaluation Form (to be completed byboth Campus and University Supervisors)Appendix G – Texas Administrative CodeUpdated 2.13.14
12APPENDIX ATexas A&M University-CommerceDepartment of Educational LeadershipEDAD 614 Principal Internship Information Form1. Last NameFirstMTAMUC ID Number (CWID)2.Mailing AddressCityStateZip3. 4.Cell PhoneEmail5. PositionSchool DistrictCityZip6. Internship Campus NamePhysical Address, City, & Zip Code of your school7. 8.Internship Campus PhoneName of Certified Principal with whom you will be working9. Have you received permission from the person listed in #8 above to do your internship underhis/her supervision?Yes Attached signed copy of Appendix BNo Contact Bud.Nauyokas@TAMUC.edu10. I acknowledge that I will NOT be allowed to use more than 20 clock hours of activitycompleted prior to the first day of my internship semester.11.SIGNATUREDATEUpdated 2.13.14
13APPENDIX BTexas A&M University-CommerceDepartment of Educational LeadershipEDAD 614 Principal Internship Campus Supervisor Permission Formhas enrolled this semester inEducational Administration 614, the internship for the principal certificate. Thedepartment requests that the intern select from the seven standards outlined in theinternship brochure and from the additional suggested activities (attached) andrecord at least 160 hours of activities. The intern is asked to spend a minimum often hours per week in the internship, actively participating in campus-level andother mid- management experiences. These hours may be arr
how to apply organizational, decision-making, and problem solving skills to ensure an effective learning environment. NA EDAD 607 Using Evaluation and Data to Improve Learning Competency 008: The principal knows how to apply of effective leadership and management in relation to campus budgeting, personnel, resource utilization,
