SBL School Building Leader Exam
(107/108) Questions & Answers
How to ensure rigor in the instructional program - ANSWERSAlign curriculum to standards.
Design lessons that require students to think critically. Look for mastery with creative
assessments.
Rigor - ANSWERSChallenging curriculum and instruction. Not necessarily hard or difficult.
Challenges students to think critically and deeply.
Evidence of the existence of an achievement gap on campus - ANSWERSAnalyze student
performance indicators like standardized tests over a 2 or 3 year span. Look for disparities
between subgroups like socioeconomic status, special education, race, etc.
Achievement gap - ANSWERSThe disparity in "educational performance" of students in a
particular subgroup.
Ways a leader can support cross-curricular instruction - ANSWERSFacilitate collaboration and
provide resources for teachers, like books and professional development.
How data monitoring can be used to address the achievement gap - ANSWERSIt can help to
identify areas of the school program where the gap exists and to monitor changes in the
achievement gap.
How goal-setting can be use to address the achievement gap - ANSWERSCreated goals that
address the achievement gap receive attention and targeted resources.
, How a culture of high expectations is evident in the classroom. - ANSWERSClassroom is neat,
organized and conducive to learning. Teacher begins on time and is prepared. Objectives are
clear and posted. Students are engaged and there are few behavioral problems. There is a good
relationship between student and teacher.
Describe how a culture of high expectations is evident on school campus. - ANSWERSThe
campus is clean and organized. Posted materials communicate that students are expected to be
college-ready. high expectations in classroom instruction. Staff and students speak positively
about learning and meeting goals.
Describe how campus goals can support rigorous instruction. - ANSWERSRigorous goals can
motivate staff to set and meet high expectations for teaching and learning. Campus goals should
include all populations and sub-populations of students.
What are strategies to reduce the achievement gap? - ANSWERSLeaders should assess the
needs of underperforming groups of students and align resources and targeted support in an
equitable manner.
What evidence can be used to determine the existence of an achievement gap outside of the
campus? - ANSWERSIf there is no gap on campus, the leader should compare data with other
schools.
Strategies for creating a culture of high expectations - ANSWERSSet goals above minimum
standards
Reward students/staff for high performance
Provide models of excellence
Address performance that does not meet expectations
Provide necessary resources
Culture of high expectations - ANSWERSStaff and students strive toward high goals and
excellence
(107/108) Questions & Answers
How to ensure rigor in the instructional program - ANSWERSAlign curriculum to standards.
Design lessons that require students to think critically. Look for mastery with creative
assessments.
Rigor - ANSWERSChallenging curriculum and instruction. Not necessarily hard or difficult.
Challenges students to think critically and deeply.
Evidence of the existence of an achievement gap on campus - ANSWERSAnalyze student
performance indicators like standardized tests over a 2 or 3 year span. Look for disparities
between subgroups like socioeconomic status, special education, race, etc.
Achievement gap - ANSWERSThe disparity in "educational performance" of students in a
particular subgroup.
Ways a leader can support cross-curricular instruction - ANSWERSFacilitate collaboration and
provide resources for teachers, like books and professional development.
How data monitoring can be used to address the achievement gap - ANSWERSIt can help to
identify areas of the school program where the gap exists and to monitor changes in the
achievement gap.
How goal-setting can be use to address the achievement gap - ANSWERSCreated goals that
address the achievement gap receive attention and targeted resources.
, How a culture of high expectations is evident in the classroom. - ANSWERSClassroom is neat,
organized and conducive to learning. Teacher begins on time and is prepared. Objectives are
clear and posted. Students are engaged and there are few behavioral problems. There is a good
relationship between student and teacher.
Describe how a culture of high expectations is evident on school campus. - ANSWERSThe
campus is clean and organized. Posted materials communicate that students are expected to be
college-ready. high expectations in classroom instruction. Staff and students speak positively
about learning and meeting goals.
Describe how campus goals can support rigorous instruction. - ANSWERSRigorous goals can
motivate staff to set and meet high expectations for teaching and learning. Campus goals should
include all populations and sub-populations of students.
What are strategies to reduce the achievement gap? - ANSWERSLeaders should assess the
needs of underperforming groups of students and align resources and targeted support in an
equitable manner.
What evidence can be used to determine the existence of an achievement gap outside of the
campus? - ANSWERSIf there is no gap on campus, the leader should compare data with other
schools.
Strategies for creating a culture of high expectations - ANSWERSSet goals above minimum
standards
Reward students/staff for high performance
Provide models of excellence
Address performance that does not meet expectations
Provide necessary resources
Culture of high expectations - ANSWERSStaff and students strive toward high goals and
excellence
