School Factors #3

Please comment on how we can address the following factors:

Factor #15:  Engage parents (families) as partners and build confianza

Factor #16:  Motivational messages in English and Spanish on the walls.  It might be a good idea to put pennants from colleges on the walls, too.

Factor #17:  Accountability systems are linked to data drive instructional goals

• Alternative assessments such as portfolios
• Proficiency in both languages is measured

Also, use data to uncover and erase systematic inequities such as Gifted/Talented, Special Education, discipline (do one at a time) using the following three steps: 

1. Analyze if inequity existence
2. Implement a solution
3. Evaluate the effectiveness of the solution

Factor #18:  Each student plays a musical instrument.