EAD 513 Clinical A

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Clinical Field Experience A: Shaping School Culture Interview and Observation
Andrea Snyder
College of Education Grand Canyon University
EAD 513: Shaping School Culture
Dr. Deis
July 24, 2024

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Clinical Field Experience A: Shaping School Culture Interview and Observation
At Combs High School, we prioritize academic excellence, student support, and
motivation. Our mission is to build a strong community through quality education and social
connections. We value community partnerships and celebrate diversity to help students achieve
their best. Through our unique P.A.C.K. Mentality, symbolizing the teamwork of coyotes, we
empower everyone to embody its core values (Loftis, 2024). Recently, I spoke with the Math
Department Chair at the high school who is introducing the P.A.C.K. Mentality at Freshman
Orientation and other school events. I also interviewed the Assistant Principal on his insight on
school improvement and incorporating the mission and vision.
Interviews
Jessica Furman, the Math Department Chair, was the first person I interviewed for this
observation. She integrates the school’s mission, vision, and P.A.C.K. Mentality into all her
classes, emphasizing these values with her students. At the start of each academic year, each
class period defines its unique vision and code, tailored to that specific group while
encompassing elements of the school’s vision and the P.A.C.K. Mentality. Mrs. Furman
explained that this vision and code act as a living document, open to updates and revisions each
quarter. If a particular aspect is not effective or if a P.A.C.K Mentality standard is achieved, they
progress to the next letter and its associated standards. According to PSEL Standard 1 (e),
educators should regularly review and adapt the school’s mission and vision to align with
evolving expectations and opportunities for the school, as well as the changing needs and
circumstances of the students, striving for continual improvement. (National Policy Board for
Educational Administration, 2015)

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Carl Hill serves as the Assistant Principal responsible for overseeing the Freshman and
Sophomore students, school dances, and campus facilities. With a tenure of over a decade at the
high school Mr. Hill has held various roles including teacher, coach, Science Department Chair,
Dean of Students, and currently, Assistant Principal. He plays a crucial role in upholding the
school’s vision by ensuring safety protocols are current, supervising both staff and students and
handling student disciplinary matters. Mr. Hill emphasizes the importance of aligning his actions
with the school’s vision, code of conduct, and P.A.C.K. Mentality to set all students on the path
to success post-graduation. Following the PSEL Standard 1(g), he leads by example in
embodying and promoting the school’s mission, vision, and core values across all facets of his
leadership role (National Policy Board for Educational Administration, 2015).
Implications for Future Practice
My discussions with Combs High School staff have been truly inspiring. I ai to engage
local businesses to embody PSEL Standard (f), fostering a common understanding of the
school’s mission, vision, and principles among students and the community (National Policy
Board for Educational Administration, 2015). Effective communication is key to building trust
and nurturing relationships within the school and the community. The school’s goal is to nurture
students’ growth and autonomy. Together, we can create a. positive environment for students to
excel academically and engage with the community.

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References
Combs High School. (2024). Our Schools Mission and Vision. Jocombs.org/Chs.
https://www.jocombs.org/Domain/270
Furman, J., & Hill, C. (2024, July 18). Shaping School Culture Interview (A. Snyder,
Interviewer) [Personal communication].
Loftis, T. (2024). Combs High School Student Handbook (p. 6).
https://www.jocombs.org/cms/lib/AZ50010849/Centricity/Domain/30/Combs%20High
%20School%20Student%20Handbook%202023-24.pdf
National Policy Board for Educational Administration. (2015). Professional Standards for
Educational Leaders 2015; Reston, VA: Author.
http://www.npbea.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Professional-Standards-for-
Educational-Leaders_2015.pdf

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Clinical Field Experience A: Shaping School Culture Interview and Observation

College of Education Grand Canyon University

EAD 513: Shaping School Culture

July 24, 2024

Clinical Field Experience A: Shaping School Culture Interview and Observation

At Combs High School, we prioritize academic excellence, student support, and

school improvement and incorporating the mission and vision.

Educational Administration, 2015)

to success post-graduation. Following the PSEL Standard 1(g), he leads by example in

leadership role (National Policy Board for Educational Administration, 2015).

Implications for Future Practice

excel academically and engage with the community.

Interviewer) [Personal communication].

Loftis, T. (2024). Combs High School Student Handbook (p. 6).

Educational Leaders 2015; Reston, VA: Author.

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