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Research Frameworks

The criteria for LVUSD classified management evaluations are grounded in a multi-layered research foundation, ensuring our process is evidence-informed and aligned with the highest standards of educational leadership.

District Practice

Our evaluation criteria are rooted in current LVUSD leadership practices, adapted to reflect the unique operational and service demands of our classified management roles.

California Standards

Relevant district-leadership practices were supplemented by the California Professional Standards for Educational Leadership (CPSEL), ensuring statewide alignment.

National Research

Our process draws on decades of systematic research, including Wallace Foundation studies, to ensure our evaluations focus on meaningful student impact and growth.

Performance Frameworks

Our criteria are informed by organizational excellence frameworks like the Baldrige and OPM cycles, emphasizing accountability and continuous improvement.

California PSEL

Guiding our evaluation process with evidence-based standards and national leadership frameworks.

National PSEL

Research & Frameworks

Wallace Foundation

Domain Crosswalk

Aligning district practice with national standards and organizational frameworks to ensure a consistent, evidence-informed evaluation process.

Leadership & District Alignment

Aligned with LVUSD mission and strategic priorities, emphasizing judgment and problem-solving under pressure.

LVUSD Practice

California Standards

Communication & Collaboration

Focus on clear, accurate, and timely communication, as well as cross-site collaboration and stakeholder information.

LVUSD Practice

California Standards

People Leadership & Capacity

Emphasizing inclusive culture, coaching capacity, and timely feedback grounded in personnel agreements and policies.

LVUSD Practice

California Standards

Operations & Professional Expertise

Technical proficiency, efficient operations, and compliance with law and policy, ensuring safe and responsive systems.

LVUSD Practice

California Standards

Culture & Organizational Impact

Service to students and staff, ethical stewardship, and cross-boundary problem solving for district-wide improvement.

LVUSD Practice

California Standards

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