Steps To SuccessNeeds Assessment in Mathematics and Science

Michigan Mathematics and Science Teacher Leadership Collaborative

STEP 1: Curriculum

A well developed K-12 articulated

curriculum based on Michigan

standards and Grade Level Content

Expectations is in place and being

used to guide teaching and learning.

STEP 2: Instructional Materials

Instructional materials that

specifically align/support the

articulated curriculum are available

and being used.

STEP 3: Instructional Strategies

Core instructional strategies /

classroom practices are consistent

across all grades and classrooms.

STEP 4: Professional Development

Adequate professional development is

provided for teachers and other staff that

relates directly to implementing the

articulated curriculum and using the

instructional materials and strategies.

STEP 5: Assessment

Student assessment system is in place

that is aligned with the curriculum and

Michigan standards and includes

components at the district, school and

classroom levels.

STEP 6: Policies and Procedures

Policies and procedures are in place that

support / align with teaching and

learning as reflected in curriculum,

instruction, assessment, and

instructional materials.

Steps to Success

Personal Reflection:• Read through the STEPS to SUCCESS

• For each item, rank where you think your school (or the school you are working with) is with respect to each of these components.

Steps to Success

Process:• As a team, read the descriptors for each

component and discuss.

• Have team members share how they rated that component.

• Come to a consensus on the actual “state” of your school with respect to that component.

Steps to Success

Summarize:

• Fill out and turn in ONE summary sheet for your team for EACH subject area (mathematics & science) and keep a copy for the team.

Steps to Success

Personal Reflection:

• Record and keep individual ideas for addressing the needs uncovered in the Steps to Success discussion. These reflections will be useful in the Next Steps.

Steps to Success

Next Steps:

• Teams now move into planning next steps using the assessment from Steps to Success. Teams need to schedule regular local meetings to develop a detailed action plan that addresses the needs identified in the Steps to Success assessment.