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1. I have a thorough understanding of my school's OWL preschool curriculum program.
2. I have received adequate initial and ongoing professional development/training for
implementation of the OWL program.
3. Professional development provided by Memphis City Schools has been valuable.
4. Guidance and support provided by our district personnel have helped our school
implement the OWL program.
5. The principal at my school is an effective instructional leader.
6. Teachers in the school (not preschool teachers) are generally supportive of the
Pre-K program.
7. Pre-K teachers are given sufficient planning time to implement the OWL program.
8. Instructional materials (books, assessments, and other resources) needed to implement
OWL program are readily available.
9. Group activities engage the students and complement literacy instruction.
10. Learning centers engage the students and complement literacy instruction.
11. Our OWL program adequately addresses the requirements of children with special
needs.
12. Children in this school are more enthusiastic about reading and learning because of
our OWL program.
13. The OWL program is valuable in preparing children for kindergarten.
14. The literacy and language components of OWL are effective for reading readiness.
15. Because of our OWL program, parents are more involved in the literacy program
of this school.
16. Because of OWL, I use assessments to inform instructional decisions and monitor
student achievement.
17. Preschool teachers are encouraged to communicate concerns, questions, and
constructive ideas regarding the OWL preschool program.
18. Our OWL program has changed my literacy instruction activities.

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Demographics
How many years of experience do you have as a Pre-K teacher?
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How many years of experience do you have as an employee in any school?
5 years or less
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How many years of experience do you have as an employee in this school?
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50 - 59 years

Comments
What are the most effective aspects of the OWL program?

What are the least effective?

What type of professional development have you received as a Pre-K teacher?

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What best describes your cultural background?
American Indian or Alaskan Native
Asian or Pacific Islander

Degree beyond Master's

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Master's degree

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60 years or older