August–September: When students return to school
Objective: Execute systems that will focus on student belonging and maximizing instruction
Operations Leads Will Know and Be Able to ...
Build and Manage Attendance and Enrollment Systems:
- Verify accurate enrollment and attendance, especially during first week of school
Build and Manage Assessment Systems:
- Create systems for student attendance during assessment days, makeup exam protocols, and ensure school is on target to submit
relevant accommodations for students
Ensure Campus Readiness and Safety:
- Assess arrival, breakfast, lunch, dismissal, and transportation systems
- Execute safety drills (fire drill, tornado drill, etc.) and assess areas of need
Provide Instructional Support to Staff and Students:
- Develop inclement weather protocol for potential school cancellations and delayed starts
- Ensure teacher coverage is in place and that system works with fidelity
Principals Will Know and Be Able to ...
Build and Manage Attendance and Enrollment Systems:
- Hold instructional staff accountable for accurate attendance and follow up with absent students (Attendance Playbook)
Ensure Campus Readiness and Safety:
- Provide feedback on incident protocols/safety drills
See the High School Operations Handbook for additional guidance specific to High School Operations.