FCS Aspiring Leaders Program
Recommendation Form 2015 – 2016
TO BE COMPLETED BY THE CANDIDATE
Candidate Name:
Telephone Number:
Email:
 I verify that this reference is being completed by a Forsyth County Schools
administrator who (1) is currently my principal or assistant principal or (2) has
been my principal or assistant principal at a previous FCS school location.
Signature of Candidate
……………………………………………………………………………………………
TO BE COMPLETED BY REFEREE
Please place your reference in a sealed envelope and give it to the candidate
to submit with the application.
Name of Referee (please print):
Title:
School:
Address:
Telephone Number:
Email:
Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ______________________
I. KNOWLEDGE OF CANDIDATE:
How long have you known the candidate?
In what capacity have you known the candidate?
FCS Aspiring Leaders Program
Recommendation Form 2015 – 2016
Candidates are ranked according to their ability to demonstrate the following standards which are aligned to the
Georgia Department of Education Leader Keys Effectiveness System (LKES).
II.
Please rate the candidate on the standards below using a scale from 1 (low) to 4 (high).
Competencies/Characteristics
1 2 3 4 N/A
Comments
Instructional Leadership
Analyzes current academic achievement data and
instructional strategies to make appropriate
educational decisions to improve classroom instruction
and increase student achievement
Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of instructional
programs to promote the achievement of academic
standards
Demonstrates the ability to help new and veteran
teachers improve their practice
Possesses knowledge of research-based instructional
best practices in the classroom to implement
School Climate
Demonstrates a strong belief that all children can learn
regardless of perceived ability, gender, or race
Incorporates knowledge of the social, cultural,
leadership, and political dynamics of the school
community to cultivate a positive academic learning
environment
Consistently models and collaboratively promotes high
expectations, mutual respect, concern, and empathy
for students, staff, parents, and community
Maintains a collegial environment and supports the staff
through the stages of the change process
Planning and Assessment
Supports the district’s mission by identifying, articulating,
and planning to meet the educational needs of
students
Collaboratively plans, implements, supports, and
assesses instructional programs that enhance teaching
and student achievement, and lead to school
improvement
Uses research-based techniques for gathering and
analyzing data from multiple sources to use in making
decisions related to the curriculum and school
improvement
Organizational Management
Demonstrates a working knowledge and understanding
of Georgia public education rules, regulations, and
laws, and school district policies and procedures
Identifies potential problems and deals with them in a
timely, consistent, and effective manner
Helps staff to build a shared vision of student learning
FCS Aspiring Leaders Program
Recommendation Form 2015 – 2016
Competencies/Characteristics
outcomes that promote college and career readiness
for all students
1
2
3
4
N/A
Comments
FCS Aspiring Leaders Program
Recommendation Form 2015 – 2016
Competencies/Characteristics
Professionalism
Builds relationships that create a trusting, respectful, and
supportive school culture
Leads by example by modeling the qualities of fairness,
equity, integrity and honesty in professional dealings
with others
Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor
Completes duties promptly and accurately, meeting
deadlines where applicable
Is intrinsically motivated, exercises initiative, self-starter
Provides leadership in sharing ideas and information
with staff and other professionals
Self-evaluates and identifies areas of personal strengths
and weaknesses related to professional skills and their
impact on student learning and sets goals for
improvement
Remains current with research related to educational
issues, trends, and practices
Maintains a high level of technical and professional
knowledge
Models the use of technology tools
1
2
3
4
N/A
Comments
Communication and Community Relations
Involves students, parents, staff and community
members in a collaborative effort to establish positive
relationships
Maintains visibility and accessibility to students, parents,
staff, and community members
Speaks and writes in an explicit and professional manner
to students, parents, staff, and community members
III. OVERALL RECOMMENDATION
Please rate the applicant using the scale below by circling your choice.
I do not wish to
recommend this
candidate.
1
I recommend this
candidate but have
some reservations.
2
I recommend this
candidate and believe
s/he has leadership
potential.
This candidate
demonstrates significant
leadership and I offer
him/her my highest
recommendation.
3
4
Additional Comments: Use the space below to cite specific examples that support your ratings and
recommendation.