APPENDIX F Internship Learning Plan Agreement

Internship Learning Plan Agreement

EDL 699 Leadership Internship
Student Intern Name: Ben Thayer
Internship Site: Derby Middle School
The internship plan should provide a roadmap of the activities you intend to participate in to demonstrate what you know and are able to do as an aspiring school leader. The
plan should consider the full range of leadership proficiencies embedded in the ELCC Standards, and build on your understanding of the specific proficiencies you most need to
develop as a school leader (based on your past leadership experiences and already-demonstrated abilities).For each one, include an outcome measure and a list of action-steps or
objectives for completion. Use additional pages as necessary.

Activity 1: Vision, Planning, and School Improvement

Goal 1:

Action Step 1:

Examine and understand the

schools improvement plan (SIP)

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Research the state of Michigan Take part in or observe the

SIP framework.
CERS data entry process as
part of the SIP.

Participate in an
administrative leadership
group with a SIP focus.

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4

Goal 2:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Develop a vision within the math

department to support the
success of all students

Communicate a vision within

the math department through
survey.

Prepare assessments that

are appropriately aligned
and can measure student
achievement.

Utilize professional growth

in mathematics computer
software to enhance
student learning.

1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4

5.1

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4

Activity 2: Curriculum Analysis and Extra-Curricular Activities

Example Goal 1:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Research, analyze, and

assist in the selection of
new secondary math
resources

Participate in or lead a Math CAT

discussion of the Standards for
Mathematical Practice and
examine the depth of knowledge
of current assessments.

Provide recommendations for

professional learning plans on
Math CAT which supports the
potential resource selection.

Help recommend to the Board of

Education a new secondary math
resource series that will support a
multi-year implementation plan.

1.1
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4
3.2, 3.4, 3.5
6.2

Example Goal 2:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Lead the establishment of

an extra-curricular activity

Work collaboratively with other

coaches to collect appropriate
emergency forms and plan
practice.

Manage/lead track practice

after school on a daily basis
before, during, and after
practice has ended.

Supervise/facilitate track meets by

assisting in organizing volunteers,
setting up events, and managing
athletes.

2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4

3.3, 3.4
4.3

Activity 3: Organizational Processes

Goal 1:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Partake in my schools
staffing procedure and
assist in student summer
scheduling

Discuss the process of

staffing and assembling
the master schedule.

Participate in the
student scheduling of
summer programs.

Assist as a member of a school

interview team for future teaching
candidates.

1.1, 1.4

Goal 2:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Help assist and lead in end

of the school year
procedures and activities

Review and discuss the

school technological
operations for end of year
closing.

Supervise, assist in end Help plan, coordinate, or lead new

of year assemblies
student orientation. (May - 5th grade
(honors, graduation,
orientation)
C.P. field trip, field day)

2.2
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:
1.3
3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5
4.3

Activity 4: Culture, Diversity, and Community Relations

Goal 1:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Promote a climate and

culture of acceptance and
diversity

Meet with a small group of

students to discuss and
promote cultural diversity.

Participate in or lead a school Plan, coordinate, or present on

outreach program such as
the Minority Student
INVICTUS.
Achievement Network (MSAN).

1.1
2.1
4.2, 4.3, 4.4

Goal 2:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Build positive relationships

within the school
community

Greet and assist students

in the hallways during both
before and after school
dismissals.

Be visible in supporting
student and staff events.
(Kickball, wiffleball, musical,
etc)

Participate in parent meeting to

better understand the pulse of
the community. (PAC, PTSA)

1.1
2.1
4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4

Activity 5: Ethics and Interpersonal Relationships

Goal 1:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Promote an environment
of fairness, integrity, and
openness among students

Meet confidentially with

school counselors to gain
further insight on
interpersonal student
relations.(Nowackis Notes)

Facilitate a fair, testing

environment with
integrity. (NWEA makeups)

Participate in a special
education event (LINKS
graduation)

1.1

Goal 2:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Gain further insight into

administrative ethical
decision making

Discuss the ethics

philosophy of front office
personnel (Secretary,
Administrators, etc)

Review and critique school

policies and practices to
ensure that the schools
core values are upheld.

Participate in a discussion
5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5
with another staff member
6.1
and the Principal on
decision making. (FAC)

2.1
5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5
Standards Met:

Activity 6: Policy in Action

Goal 1:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Achieve a better
understanding of how
school board policy, and
state, and federal law
affect our school.

Discuss the general duties

of being a school Principal
and the role in advocating
for others.

Gain experience in leading

the school as acting
Principal for part of a day
or entire school day.

Gain a better
understanding of board
meeting procedures
through reviewing the
agenda of a prior meeting.

1.3, 3.3

Goal 2:

Action Step 1:

Action Step 2:

Action Step 3:

Standards Met:

Actively participate in
political or legal school
processes

Discuss current issues

regarding special
education with a teacher
in the area.

Help assist or lead in the

process of grant through
communication with the
BEF.

Attend one or more special 5.1, 5.3

education transition or
6.1, 6.2, 6.3
annual review meetings.

5.1
6.1, 6.2, 6.3