Praxis 5412 Exam; Questions &
Answers…Grade A+
analyzing accomplishments against a benchmark CORRECT ANSWER-During an annual
review of school programs, a school leader asks committee members to refer to the school
improvement plan while reviewing the effectiveness of various programs. By taking this action,
the school leader demonstrates an understanding of the importance of
What are our strengths and weaknesses?
What resources do we have to work with?
Which faculty are supportive of the change process? CORRECT ANSWER-A school leader
is working with the campus planning committee to develop a new strategic plan to better focus
its efforts. The school leader wants the planning committee to begin by identifying the current
state of school programs and campus culture. Which THREE of the following questions are best
to ask to help the school leader address this goal?
Feeling part of a committed community of learners
Gaining the confidence to try new instructional approaches and methods
Engaging in collaborative professional development activities CORRECT ANSWER-A
school leader promotes professionalism by encouraging teacher participation in a cycle of
continuous improvement. Which THREE of the following are the primary outcomes expected for
teachers who participate in this practice?
Seeking and embracing diversification in the recruitment pool CORRECT ANSWER-A
school leader of an urban school strives to hire faculty and staff who will have a positive
influence on the social, emotional, and academic achievements of students of all backgrounds.
Which of the following approaches best supports the leader's goal?
, Praxis 5412 Exam; Questions &
Answers…Grade A+
Discussing the feasibility of a bond election with the superintendent CORRECT ANSWER-
A facilities audit of a middle school indicates widespread problems with the building's internal
systems and structure. The estimated cost of remedying the problems far exceeds the school's
annual allotment for maintenance and operations. Which of the following is the school leader's
most appropriate response to the information in the audit?
Establishing a professional learning community (PLC) in which school leaders will examine data,
propose and test solutions, and track progress CORRECT ANSWER-The school leaders of
elementary, middle, and high schools in a district set a goal of working together to decrease
dropout rates among atrisk students. Which of the following will most effectively facilitate
meeting the goal?
Protecting the rights afforded to students and parents by the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act (IDEA) CORRECT ANSWER-Ms. Gomez is the new school leader in a K-5
elementary school in a large urban district. She is concerned about the high percentage of
students in her school who receive special education services. She identifies two initial steps for
investigating her concern.
I. Review the placements of all students in special education
II. Evaluate the effectiveness of the school's RTI process
Which of the following is Ms. Gomez' most important consideration in investigating step I ?
Answers…Grade A+
analyzing accomplishments against a benchmark CORRECT ANSWER-During an annual
review of school programs, a school leader asks committee members to refer to the school
improvement plan while reviewing the effectiveness of various programs. By taking this action,
the school leader demonstrates an understanding of the importance of
What are our strengths and weaknesses?
What resources do we have to work with?
Which faculty are supportive of the change process? CORRECT ANSWER-A school leader
is working with the campus planning committee to develop a new strategic plan to better focus
its efforts. The school leader wants the planning committee to begin by identifying the current
state of school programs and campus culture. Which THREE of the following questions are best
to ask to help the school leader address this goal?
Feeling part of a committed community of learners
Gaining the confidence to try new instructional approaches and methods
Engaging in collaborative professional development activities CORRECT ANSWER-A
school leader promotes professionalism by encouraging teacher participation in a cycle of
continuous improvement. Which THREE of the following are the primary outcomes expected for
teachers who participate in this practice?
Seeking and embracing diversification in the recruitment pool CORRECT ANSWER-A
school leader of an urban school strives to hire faculty and staff who will have a positive
influence on the social, emotional, and academic achievements of students of all backgrounds.
Which of the following approaches best supports the leader's goal?
, Praxis 5412 Exam; Questions &
Answers…Grade A+
Discussing the feasibility of a bond election with the superintendent CORRECT ANSWER-
A facilities audit of a middle school indicates widespread problems with the building's internal
systems and structure. The estimated cost of remedying the problems far exceeds the school's
annual allotment for maintenance and operations. Which of the following is the school leader's
most appropriate response to the information in the audit?
Establishing a professional learning community (PLC) in which school leaders will examine data,
propose and test solutions, and track progress CORRECT ANSWER-The school leaders of
elementary, middle, and high schools in a district set a goal of working together to decrease
dropout rates among atrisk students. Which of the following will most effectively facilitate
meeting the goal?
Protecting the rights afforded to students and parents by the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act (IDEA) CORRECT ANSWER-Ms. Gomez is the new school leader in a K-5
elementary school in a large urban district. She is concerned about the high percentage of
students in her school who receive special education services. She identifies two initial steps for
investigating her concern.
I. Review the placements of all students in special education
II. Evaluate the effectiveness of the school's RTI process
Which of the following is Ms. Gomez' most important consideration in investigating step I ?
