Why is the ministry implementing principal/vice-principal appraisal?
A. The performance appraisal model provides principals and vice-principals with processes and procedures that will support improvement in their leadership and in turn, student achievement. A fair and consistent appraisal process reflecting common professional expectations will contribute to increasing respect and security for principals and vice-principals. Q. In order to become a principal in my board, I had to demonstrate that I was an excellent teacher and that I had leadership skills. I have been a successful principal for a number of years. Why does the ministry believe that I need to be rated in my performance at this point in my career? A. Professional growth is important at all stages of one’s career and the principalship is no exception. In the field test, the benefit rated most highly by appraisees from involvement in the appraisal process was the rich dialogue with supervisors about their work. The rating system provides a measure of accountability that supports the ministry
