24:58:02:01.  Framework for effective principals defined. The framework for effective principals shall consist of the six domains and twenty-two components of professional performance to promote student success referenced in this chapter. Nothing in this chapter is intended to supplement or modify the code of professional ethics in chapters 24:08:03 and 24:11:03. The department shall provide a principal evaluation handbook to assist schools in implementing this framework.

          Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.

          24:58:02:02.  Vision and goals domain defined. Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to guide the development and implementation of a shared vision, mission, and goals for the school. This shall include the following components:

          (1)  Developing and implementing goals, objectives, and strategies to achieve a shared vision for school and student success; and

          (2)  Reviewing and monitoring the school's vision, mission, goals, and school improvement plans referenced in § 24:43:02:03(2) to ensure high expectations for student learning and continuous school improvement.

          Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.

          24:58:02:03.  Instructional leadership domain defined. Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to communicate with staff and review research and data to promote a school culture and instructional program that fosters student learning and professional growth for staff. This shall include the following components:

          (1)  Promoting, facilitating, and utilizing the effective use of data from multiple measures to inform instruction and evaluate student performance to support effective instruction;

          (2)  Leading and supporting staff in acquiring, planning, and implementing research-based instructional strategies and technologies that advance the school's vision and goals and meet the diverse needs of all students;

          (3)  Utilizing the skills of staff and encouraging staff to assume leadership roles within the school to improve teaching and learning;

          (4)  Ensuring that the instructional content and curriculum is aligned with state and district content standards and the curriculum priorities of the school and district; and

          (5)  Developing a professional growth plan for staff for the purpose of continuous improvement.

          Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.

          24:58:02:04.  School operations and resources domain defined. Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to efficiently and productively manage school operations and resources. This shall include the following components:

          (1)  Managing and budgeting all resources and school operational procedures to provide an efficient, effective, and well-maintained learning environment that maximizes learning opportunities for all students;

          (2)  Developing the capacity of staff to serve as leaders within the school, maximizing both ownership and accountability;

          (3)  Selecting, placing, supervising, coaching, and evaluating staff to ensure high quality instruction and student success; and

          (4)  Resolving potential challenges and maximizing opportunities within existing school operations and resources to ensure high levels of student and staff learning.

          Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.

          24:58:02:05.  School, student, and staff safety domain defined. Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to foster a physically, emotionally, and cognitively safe learning environment for students, staff, and community. This shall include the following components:

          (1)  Creating a safe school environment that addresses the physical, emotional, and cognitive needs of the parents, students, staff, and the community by openly addressing and resolving potential safety issues;

          (2)  Establishing and communicating clear and consistent expectations regarding staff and student conduct;

          (3)  Utilizing fair, effective, and supporting practices in establishing student behavior management; and

          (4)  Using effective conflict resolution skills to resolve challenges in a timely manner.

          Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.

          24:58:02:06.  School and community relationships domain defined. Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to foster relationships by collaborating with parents, staff, and community members. This shall include the following components:

          (1)  Supporting and promoting a culture of family and community involvement to engage stakeholders in school goals and programs;

          (2)  Using multiple methods to frequently and clearly communicate to and seek input from parents, students, staff, and community members;

          (3)  Establishing and supporting a school culture, climate, and environment that treats all individuals with dignity, fairness, and respect; and

          (4)  Exhibiting high visibility and active involvement within the school and community.

          Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.

          24:58:02:07.  Ethical and cultural leadership domain defined. Principals and assistant principals shall demonstrate the ability to provide ethical, cultural, and skilled leadership. This shall include the following components:

          (1)  Expressing appreciation for and sensitivity to diversity and cultural differences;

          (2)  Displaying values, beliefs, and attitudes that inspire others to higher levels of performance; and

          (3)  Complying with the code of professional ethics in chapters 24:08:03 and 24:11:03.

          Source: 41 SDR 109, effective January 12, 2015.

          General Authority: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-69(7).

          Law Implemented: SDCL 13-1-12.1, 13-3-47, 13-3-68, 13-3-69.