Operational Walk-throughs are formal observations during which a review team focuses primarily on the operational aspects of a program for the following domains:

• Vision for Learning
• Family & Community Relationships
• School Safety
• Positive Environment, High Quality Instruction
• Talent Development
• Data Integrity

The domains are aligned to the School District’s evidence-based High Performing School Practices and the Essential Features of Alternative Education Programs, as well as the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Leadership Framework.

Each domain includes three to seven components that are rated according to three performance levels:

(1) Failing

The program is not meeting contractual expectations.

(2) Needs Improvement

The program is meeting the minimum contractual expectations.

(3) Proficient

Programs are meeting the contractual expectations.