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District posts above‑average teacher survey scores; principals pilot shows similar strengths and PD needs
Summary
Stokes County reported overall teacher working‑condition results of 86.16% positive (state average 82.03%), ranking 12th of 115 districts; a pilot principal survey (11 districts) also showed strong climate and highlighted professional‑development priorities and time spent managing student conduct.
Dr. Rice presented the results of the statewide teacher working‑condition survey and a pilot principal survey and described how the district plans to use the data for school and district improvement.
On the teacher survey (97 questions), Stokes County’s overall positive response rate was 86.16% compared with a North Carolina average of 82.03%, giving the district a 12th‑highest ranking among 115 districts. Dr. Rice highlighted category results: retention (Stokes 89.28%, state 85.08%), managing student conduct (Stokes 78.13%, state 70.82%), safety and well‑being (Stokes 89.92%), and time (Stokes 79.03%). He noted that the survey measures perception rather than quantitative metrics.
Dr. Rice also described Stokes County’s participation in an 11‑district pilot principal working‑condition survey. Stokes County’s average exceeded the pilot average across many categories (for example, overall climate agree % Stokes 91.85% vs. pilot 88.79%). Principals reported spending the most time on safety and student conduct and on management tasks; professional‑development needs identified included coaching feedback, curriculum for diverse learners, and building PLC capacity.
Board members discussed leadership and asked staff to provide school‑level breakdowns. Dr. Rice said the district will use the survey results to inform school improvement planning and targeted professional development for administrators and teachers.
Next steps: staff will provide school‑level breakdowns of survey results and incorporate findings into school and district improvement plans and professional‑development scheduling.
