Degree Name

Education Specialist (EdS)

Semester of Degree Completion

1981

Thesis Director

Donald W. Smitley

Abstract

Washington Elementary School is located in Pana, Illinois, and is a part of the Pana Community Unit School District No. 8. At present, Washington School serves 378 students with twenty-four faculty members.

The purpose of this study is to develop a faculty handbook which will be used to inform new teachers, as well as tenured teachers, what is expected of them. The handbook will serve as an important tool for the orientation process of new staff members. It will also be beneficial to both the beginning and the experienced administrator. For the new principal, it will serve as a device to help him/her to think through the administrative routine and the organization of the school. For an experienced principal, it will tend to prevent encumbering any details.

There has been a definite need for clarification of policies and procedures and the organization of these materials in such a form that they will be readily accessible when needed. In the past at Washington Elementary School, the rules, regulations, assignments, and other relevent information were casually given to the faculty. By having all the information condensed into a handbook, the faculty can better utilize the information and acquire a better understanding of the total operation of the school.

This study is limited to include only items which will be of importance to the faculty members of Washington Elementary School. This study is directed to the following areas of concern:

  1. Educational Philosophy and Goals
  2. Responsibilities of the Teacher
  3. General Teacher Information
  4. Classroom Management and Procedures
  5. Student Goals
  6. Administrative Announcements

It is recommended that revisions of the handbook be made annually or when deemed necessary. Staff members will be encouraged to submit suggestions and recommendations for consideration and inclusion in the handbook. Revisions will be made under the supervision and direction of the administration. Updating will insure the effectiveness of the handbook and make it a valuable tool for Washington Elementary School.

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