Practice Test Questions With Solved
Solutions.
A CSBO has been asked to provide input about the possible adoption of a new electronic
records system for the district. The business leader first meets with the district planning
committee to determine their priorities in adopting the new system. The business leader then
briefs the planning committee on the financial implications of purchasing, installing, and
maintaining the system. During the process of adopting and implementing the system, the
business leader schedules information sessions for administrators, teachers and interested
members of the community. This sequence of events highlights which of the following qualities
necessary in a leader? - Answer Communicating effectively with a wide range of audiences.
The State of Illinois's development of a multifactored College and Career Readiness Indicator
(CCRI) primarily reflects an understanding that public schools have a responsibility for: - Answer
Providing all students with the knowledge and skills needed for post-secondary success.
Which of the following approaches by a chief school business official is most likely to be
successful in coordinating the implementation of a new district program - Answer Establishing
clear goals for the implementation of the program and defining milestones for the achievement
of each goal
A school district is preparing to implement significant changes to an established program which
are likely to affect the work of numerous staff members. At each district school, the leadership
team reaches out to personnel who may be affected by the changes and involves them in
planning for implementation. The strategy is most likely intended to support school leaders in: -
Answer Recognizing and avoiding potential conflicts related to the program changes
Surveys would typically be the most appropriate tool for school leaders to employ in gathering
which of the following types of information? - Answer Information on how school climate is
perceived by large subsets of the school community
A CSBO has been asked to speak at a public meeting of the school board regarding the revenues
and projected needs of the school district for the coming school year. The business official can
best ensure effective communication by: - Answer Focusing on a few essential points about
the district's finances
A group of citizens has proposed making significant changes to a school district;s curriculum.
The superintendent of the district feels that the changes would not align with the vision and
, of accepting the proposal. Present a summary of the proposal and a recommendation to the
school board.
The requirement for CSBO in Illinois to submit an economic interest statement annually most
clearly reflects the public's interest in: - Answer Ethical stewardship over district resources
Which of the following strategies is most likely to be effective in strategic planning efforts by
district admin teams? - Answer Identifying a well-defined set of goals that are clearly aligned
with the district vision
The planning committee holds a series of meetings to determine educational priorities for the
next 5 years. Several members of the team would like to prioritize the adoption of new
instructional technology. The CSBO can best contribute to the team's decision making by
providing information on: - Answer The opportunity costs of adopting the new technology
As part of school improvement efforts, district admin identify target areas for increasing student
achievement. Building-level leaders then organize workshop for teachers and parents/guardians
at schools, focusing on classroom strategies to address each target area, as well as activities and
materials parents/guardians can use with students at home. Which of the following outcomes is
likely to be a benefit of this strategy? - Answer Utilizing family and community resources to
support student learning
In evaluating school district programs, decisions about the types of data that will be collected
are typically driven by: - Answer The purpose and specific goals of the evaluation
District Admin are considering whether to continue an instructional intervention program for
students in grades 3-8. The program is expensive, but it is popular with parents/guardians. The
CSBO can best contribute to the board's decision by: - Answer Conducting a cost benefit
analysis of the program
A district has contracted with a new vendor to provide food service, and the CSBO is developing
plans for assessing the new vendor's performance. The business official's plan for program
evaluation includes collecting data regarding costs and numbers of students served, as well as
conducting student surveys. Which of the following additional data collection methods is likely
to be most helpful in assessing the vendor's performance? - Answer Conducting observations
of student food choices in the cafeteria
Which of the following considerations is typically most important for school administrators in
Solutions.
A CSBO has been asked to provide input about the possible adoption of a new electronic
records system for the district. The business leader first meets with the district planning
committee to determine their priorities in adopting the new system. The business leader then
briefs the planning committee on the financial implications of purchasing, installing, and
maintaining the system. During the process of adopting and implementing the system, the
business leader schedules information sessions for administrators, teachers and interested
members of the community. This sequence of events highlights which of the following qualities
necessary in a leader? - Answer Communicating effectively with a wide range of audiences.
The State of Illinois's development of a multifactored College and Career Readiness Indicator
(CCRI) primarily reflects an understanding that public schools have a responsibility for: - Answer
Providing all students with the knowledge and skills needed for post-secondary success.
Which of the following approaches by a chief school business official is most likely to be
successful in coordinating the implementation of a new district program - Answer Establishing
clear goals for the implementation of the program and defining milestones for the achievement
of each goal
A school district is preparing to implement significant changes to an established program which
are likely to affect the work of numerous staff members. At each district school, the leadership
team reaches out to personnel who may be affected by the changes and involves them in
planning for implementation. The strategy is most likely intended to support school leaders in: -
Answer Recognizing and avoiding potential conflicts related to the program changes
Surveys would typically be the most appropriate tool for school leaders to employ in gathering
which of the following types of information? - Answer Information on how school climate is
perceived by large subsets of the school community
A CSBO has been asked to speak at a public meeting of the school board regarding the revenues
and projected needs of the school district for the coming school year. The business official can
best ensure effective communication by: - Answer Focusing on a few essential points about
the district's finances
A group of citizens has proposed making significant changes to a school district;s curriculum.
The superintendent of the district feels that the changes would not align with the vision and
, of accepting the proposal. Present a summary of the proposal and a recommendation to the
school board.
The requirement for CSBO in Illinois to submit an economic interest statement annually most
clearly reflects the public's interest in: - Answer Ethical stewardship over district resources
Which of the following strategies is most likely to be effective in strategic planning efforts by
district admin teams? - Answer Identifying a well-defined set of goals that are clearly aligned
with the district vision
The planning committee holds a series of meetings to determine educational priorities for the
next 5 years. Several members of the team would like to prioritize the adoption of new
instructional technology. The CSBO can best contribute to the team's decision making by
providing information on: - Answer The opportunity costs of adopting the new technology
As part of school improvement efforts, district admin identify target areas for increasing student
achievement. Building-level leaders then organize workshop for teachers and parents/guardians
at schools, focusing on classroom strategies to address each target area, as well as activities and
materials parents/guardians can use with students at home. Which of the following outcomes is
likely to be a benefit of this strategy? - Answer Utilizing family and community resources to
support student learning
In evaluating school district programs, decisions about the types of data that will be collected
are typically driven by: - Answer The purpose and specific goals of the evaluation
District Admin are considering whether to continue an instructional intervention program for
students in grades 3-8. The program is expensive, but it is popular with parents/guardians. The
CSBO can best contribute to the board's decision by: - Answer Conducting a cost benefit
analysis of the program
A district has contracted with a new vendor to provide food service, and the CSBO is developing
plans for assessing the new vendor's performance. The business official's plan for program
evaluation includes collecting data regarding costs and numbers of students served, as well as
conducting student surveys. Which of the following additional data collection methods is likely
to be most helpful in assessing the vendor's performance? - Answer Conducting observations
of student food choices in the cafeteria
Which of the following considerations is typically most important for school administrators in
