ILLINOIS STATE School of Teaching and Learning 282 DeGarmo Hall UNIVERSITY (Campus Bex 5330 Mlinois' first public university — Fax (309) 438.8659 teachingleseninglinoiseareed Dr. Shamaine Kyann Bertrand School Faculty Status Committee 2017 Performance-Evaluation Review February 1, 2018 According to university ASPT guidelines, “Each DFSC/SFSC shall notify each faculty member annually in writing of the faculty member’s performance evaluation and of any recommended change in rank and/or tenure status. This letter shall provide an assessment of the faculty member's strengths and weaknesses and, when applicable, progress toward achievement of promotion and/or tenure,” (Illinois State University Faculty Appointment, Salary, Promotion and Tenure Policies, Effective January 1, 2017, section XII, B, 5, p. 40). This letter fulfills this ASPT requirement by addressing your annual performance review. ‘The SFSC wants to remind faculty that this annual performance review does not address long-term contribution or equity. Later this year, the SFSC will conduct an annual salary review that considers long-term faculty contribution, equity, and annual performance (illinois State University ASPT document, pp. 37-40). Please read this annual performance review carefully and incorporate the recommendations into your professional activities and efforts. The recommendations, along with your current productivity, are intended to facilitate your progress and continued growth as a faculty member. If you choose to discuss the contents of this letter with the SFSC, please let the Director of the School of Teaching and Learning know by February 9. Your evaluation in the area of teaching for 2017 is SATISFACTORY. The SFCS commends you on your willingness to significantly reach out to your students to build relationships with them. Such efforts suggest that you place value upon communication as a route to reflective practice. Your use of mutual accountability to model good practice is also admirable. The SFSC also commends you on your stellar course evaluations and numerous positive student comments. In the area of teaching, the SFSC encourages you to pursue the goals that you have set for yourself. We are pleased with your decision to further a partnership with Decatur schools to help our students realize equitable learning environments. Your evaluation in the area of scholarship for 2017 is SATISFACTORY. The SFSC acknowledges your efforts to create research opportunities with Decatur schools as. consistent with the value our School places on partnership work, In addition, the SFSC appreciates the fact that you have submitted an article for publication during the fall. In An ual epporsilaliracie action rave encour deityterms of scholarship, the SFSC believes that the goals you have identified place you in a positive position as you move towards tenure and promotion. Your evaluation in the area of service for 2017 is SATISFACTORY. Your desire to volunteer at university events, coupled with your service on the Student Interest Committee, are positive steps towards becoming a contributing member of the faculty. The SFSC recommends that you gradually seek out service opportunities at the college and university levels, to compliment your existing external service. In summary, your work in the areas of teaching, scholarship and service contributes to the success of the School of Teaching and Learning. The SFSC determines that your performance for the year is SATISFACTORY. Congratulations on a productive first semester at ISU. Sincerely, finda Hal, BaD eilbachier, PhD bat. fates ‘Adel Al-Bataineh, E€D fanden, PhD le yo. ee ae Ciena Tony bach, PhD Pauline Williams, PhD Carolyn ggfnt, EdD