MDA Salisbury Middle Spring 2018

STUDENT OPINIONS MATTER!

Dear Student, Thank you for taking this survey! Your opinions are very important! Your School District is dedicated to continually improving the education you receive, and the most honest answers that you can provide to the following questions are greatly appreciated and important.

This survey is completely anonymous and confidential. This means you can feel comfortable with the fact that your answers will not be traced back to you. Your parents, teachers, school leadership teams and district level staff will not see your answers. The questions relate to your feelings regarding your school, schoolwork, teachers, school leadership teams and staff, and community.

Please read the directions for each section carefully and give your truthful opinion. If you are unable to answer a question or feel the need to refrain from answering a question, please leave it blank and go to the next question. After completing the survey, please follow the directions provided at the end to submit your survey. Thank you again for your participation, and sharing your valuable perceptions.

1. What is your gender?

5. Do you receive a reduced price or free lunch at your school?

6. There are no right or wrong answers. Some of the statements are similar to other statements. Do not be concerned about this. Work quickly and record your first and most honest answers.

Space Cell	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Undecided	Agree	Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school provide feedback on student assignments.	The teachers in this school provide feedback on student assignments.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school provide feedback on student assignments.: Disagree	The teachers in this school provide feedback on student assignments.: Undecided	The teachers in this school provide feedback on student assignments.: Agree	The teachers in this school provide feedback on student assignments.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school make the goals of the class clear.	The teachers in this school make the goals of the class clear.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school make the goals of the class clear.: Disagree	The teachers in this school make the goals of the class clear.: Undecided	The teachers in this school make the goals of the class clear.: Agree	The teachers in this school make the goals of the class clear.: Strongly Agree
The teachers at this school are creative in how they teach.	The teachers at this school are creative in how they teach.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers at this school are creative in how they teach.: Disagree	The teachers at this school are creative in how they teach.: Undecided	The teachers at this school are creative in how they teach.: Agree	The teachers at this school are creative in how they teach.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school speak enthusiastically about the topics they teach and what needs to be accomplished.	The teachers in this school speak enthusiastically about the topics they teach and what needs to be accomplished.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school speak enthusiastically about the topics they teach and what needs to be accomplished.: Disagree	The teachers in this school speak enthusiastically about the topics they teach and what needs to be accomplished.: Undecided	The teachers in this school speak enthusiastically about the topics they teach and what needs to be accomplished.: Agree	The teachers in this school speak enthusiastically about the topics they teach and what needs to be accomplished.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school help prepare students for the quizzes and tests they take in the classroom.	The teachers in this school help prepare students for the quizzes and tests they take in the classroom.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school help prepare students for the quizzes and tests they take in the classroom.: Disagree	The teachers in this school help prepare students for the quizzes and tests they take in the classroom.: Undecided	The teachers in this school help prepare students for the quizzes and tests they take in the classroom.: Agree	The teachers in this school help prepare students for the quizzes and tests they take in the classroom.: Strongly Agree
At this school, teachers make learning interesting and enjoyable.	At this school, teachers make learning interesting and enjoyable.: Strongly Disagree	At this school, teachers make learning interesting and enjoyable.: Disagree	At this school, teachers make learning interesting and enjoyable.: Undecided	At this school, teachers make learning interesting and enjoyable.: Agree	At this school, teachers make learning interesting and enjoyable.: Strongly Agree

7. There are no right or wrong answers. Some of the statements are similar to other statements. Do not be concerned about this. Work quickly and record your first and most honest answers.

Space Cell	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Undecided	Agree	Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school are willing to spend time outside of class or after school to help students do better in school.	The teachers in this school are willing to spend time outside of class or after school to help students do better in school.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school are willing to spend time outside of class or after school to help students do better in school.: Disagree	The teachers in this school are willing to spend time outside of class or after school to help students do better in school.: Undecided	The teachers in this school are willing to spend time outside of class or after school to help students do better in school.: Agree	The teachers in this school are willing to spend time outside of class or after school to help students do better in school.: Strongly Agree
If a student does not understand something in class, there are people in this school they can go to for help.	If a student does not understand something in class, there are people in this school they can go to for help.: Strongly Disagree	If a student does not understand something in class, there are people in this school they can go to for help.: Disagree	If a student does not understand something in class, there are people in this school they can go to for help.: Undecided	If a student does not understand something in class, there are people in this school they can go to for help.: Agree	If a student does not understand something in class, there are people in this school they can go to for help.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school take a personal interest in our students’ education and work together to help them succeed.	The teachers in this school take a personal interest in our students’ education and work together to help them succeed.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school take a personal interest in our students’ education and work together to help them succeed.: Disagree	The teachers in this school take a personal interest in our students’ education and work together to help them succeed.: Undecided	The teachers in this school take a personal interest in our students’ education and work together to help them succeed.: Agree	The teachers in this school take a personal interest in our students’ education and work together to help them succeed.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school encourage students when they are doing well in class.	The teachers in this school encourage students when they are doing well in class.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school encourage students when they are doing well in class.: Disagree	The teachers in this school encourage students when they are doing well in class.: Undecided	The teachers in this school encourage students when they are doing well in class.: Agree	The teachers in this school encourage students when they are doing well in class.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school spend extra time in class to cover topics that students do not understand.	The teachers in this school spend extra time in class to cover topics that students do not understand.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school spend extra time in class to cover topics that students do not understand.: Disagree	The teachers in this school spend extra time in class to cover topics that students do not understand.: Undecided	The teachers in this school spend extra time in class to cover topics that students do not understand.: Agree	The teachers in this school spend extra time in class to cover topics that students do not understand.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in this school communicate with parents or guardians to get students the help they need to succeed.	The teachers in this school communicate with parents or guardians to get students the help they need to succeed.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in this school communicate with parents or guardians to get students the help they need to succeed.: Disagree	The teachers in this school communicate with parents or guardians to get students the help they need to succeed.: Undecided	The teachers in this school communicate with parents or guardians to get students the help they need to succeed.: Agree	The teachers in this school communicate with parents or guardians to get students the help they need to succeed.: Strongly Agree

Using the following scale, please place the number that best describes your relationship to each of the words listed below.

1	2	3	4	5
I do not know what this is.	I know what this is, but I do not think about it often.	I know what this is, I think about it often, and I practice it occasionally.	I know what this is, I think about it often, and I practice it often.	I know what this is, I think about it often, and I practice it consistently.

Space Cell	1	2	3	4	5
Respect (for others)	Respect (for others): 1	Respect (for others): 2	Respect (for others): 3	Respect (for others): 4	Respect (for others): 5
Self-respect	Self-respect: 1	Self-respect: 2	Self-respect: 3	Self-respect: 4	Self-respect: 5
Care (for others)	Care (for others): 1	Care (for others): 2	Care (for others): 3	Care (for others): 4	Care (for others): 5
Fairness	Fairness: 1	Fairness: 2	Fairness: 3	Fairness: 4	Fairness: 5

9. There are no right or wrong answers. Some of the statements are similar to other statements. Do not be concerned about this. Work quickly and record your first and most honest answers.

Space Cell	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Undecided	Agree	Strongly Agree
I look out for others and try to help them solve the problems they might face.	I look out for others and try to help them solve the problems they might face.: Strongly Disagree	I look out for others and try to help them solve the problems they might face.: Disagree	I look out for others and try to help them solve the problems they might face.: Undecided	I look out for others and try to help them solve the problems they might face.: Agree	I look out for others and try to help them solve the problems they might face.: Strongly Agree
People should handle their own problems and not rely on others to fix their problems.	People should handle their own problems and not rely on others to fix their problems.: Strongly Disagree	People should handle their own problems and not rely on others to fix their problems.: Disagree	People should handle their own problems and not rely on others to fix their problems.: Undecided	People should handle their own problems and not rely on others to fix their problems.: Agree	People should handle their own problems and not rely on others to fix their problems.: Strongly Agree
I do not concern myself with unfortunate events in other parts of the world.	I do not concern myself with unfortunate events in other parts of the world.: Strongly Disagree	I do not concern myself with unfortunate events in other parts of the world.: Disagree	I do not concern myself with unfortunate events in other parts of the world.: Undecided	I do not concern myself with unfortunate events in other parts of the world.: Agree	I do not concern myself with unfortunate events in other parts of the world.: Strongly Agree
I worry about other people’s problems even though I personally have enough problems.	I worry about other people’s problems even though I personally have enough problems.: Strongly Disagree	I worry about other people’s problems even though I personally have enough problems.: Disagree	I worry about other people’s problems even though I personally have enough problems.: Undecided	I worry about other people’s problems even though I personally have enough problems.: Agree	I worry about other people’s problems even though I personally have enough problems.: Strongly Agree

10.

Please indicate in the space provided your first impression to the statement using the following scale options: (1) Never, (2) Once or Twice, (3) 3 to 5 times, (4) 6 to 9 times, or (5) 10 or more times. There are no right or wrong answers. Consider each statement.

During the past year...

Space Cell	Never	Once or Twice	3-5 times	6-9 times	10 or more times
How often have you helped or gotten help for someone who needed your assistance?	How often have you helped or gotten help for someone who needed your assistance?: Never	How often have you helped or gotten help for someone who needed your assistance?: Once or Twice	How often have you helped or gotten help for someone who needed your assistance?: 3-5 times	How often have you helped or gotten help for someone who needed your assistance?: 6-9 times	How often have you helped or gotten help for someone who needed your assistance?: 10 or more times
How often have you defended someone who was being teased?	How often have you defended someone who was being teased?: Never	How often have you defended someone who was being teased?: Once or Twice	How often have you defended someone who was being teased?: 3-5 times	How often have you defended someone who was being teased?: 6-9 times	How often have you defended someone who was being teased?: 10 or more times
How often have you supported someone who was sad or hurt?	How often have you supported someone who was sad or hurt?: Never	How often have you supported someone who was sad or hurt?: Once or Twice	How often have you supported someone who was sad or hurt?: 3-5 times	How often have you supported someone who was sad or hurt?: 6-9 times	How often have you supported someone who was sad or hurt?: 10 or more times
How often have you tried to not be mean to others?	How often have you tried to not be mean to others?: Never	How often have you tried to not be mean to others?: Once or Twice	How often have you tried to not be mean to others?: 3-5 times	How often have you tried to not be mean to others?: 6-9 times	How often have you tried to not be mean to others?: 10 or more times
How often have you helped a classmate?	How often have you helped a classmate?: Never	How often have you helped a classmate?: Once or Twice	How often have you helped a classmate?: 3-5 times	How often have you helped a classmate?: 6-9 times	How often have you helped a classmate?: 10 or more times

11. There are no right or wrong answers. Some of the statements are similar to other statements. Do not be concerned about this. Work quickly and record your first and most honest answers.

Space Cell	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Undecided	Agree	Strongly Agree
Teachers in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.	Teachers in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Strongly Disagree	Teachers in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Disagree	Teachers in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Undecided	Teachers in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Agree	Teachers in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in my school help me to feel safe and welcomed.	The teachers in my school help me to feel safe and welcomed.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in my school help me to feel safe and welcomed.: Disagree	The teachers in my school help me to feel safe and welcomed.: Undecided	The teachers in my school help me to feel safe and welcomed.: Agree	The teachers in my school help me to feel safe and welcomed.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in my school treat me with fairness.	The teachers in my school treat me with fairness.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in my school treat me with fairness.: Disagree	The teachers in my school treat me with fairness.: Undecided	The teachers in my school treat me with fairness.: Agree	The teachers in my school treat me with fairness.: Strongly Agree
I trust the teachers in my school.	I trust the teachers in my school.: Strongly Disagree	I trust the teachers in my school.: Disagree	I trust the teachers in my school.: Undecided	I trust the teachers in my school.: Agree	I trust the teachers in my school.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in my school keep their word.	The teachers in my school keep their word.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in my school keep their word.: Disagree	The teachers in my school keep their word.: Undecided	The teachers in my school keep their word.: Agree	The teachers in my school keep their word.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in my school care about the students.	The teachers in my school care about the students.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in my school care about the students.: Disagree	The teachers in my school care about the students.: Undecided	The teachers in my school care about the students.: Agree	The teachers in my school care about the students.: Strongly Agree
The teachers in my school are honest.	The teachers in my school are honest.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers in my school are honest.: Disagree	The teachers in my school are honest.: Undecided	The teachers in my school are honest.: Agree	The teachers in my school are honest.: Strongly Agree

12. There are no right or wrong answers. Some of the statements are similar to other statements. Do not be concerned about this. Work quickly and record your first and most honest answers.

Space Cell	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Undecided	Agree	Strongly Agree
The teachers at my school work hard to make sure the students succeed.	The teachers at my school work hard to make sure the students succeed.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers at my school work hard to make sure the students succeed.: Disagree	The teachers at my school work hard to make sure the students succeed.: Undecided	The teachers at my school work hard to make sure the students succeed.: Agree	The teachers at my school work hard to make sure the students succeed.: Strongly Agree
The teachers at my school do not seem to be able to help students who have been exposed to negative influences at home.	The teachers at my school do not seem to be able to help students who have been exposed to negative influences at home.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers at my school do not seem to be able to help students who have been exposed to negative influences at home.: Disagree	The teachers at my school do not seem to be able to help students who have been exposed to negative influences at home.: Undecided	The teachers at my school do not seem to be able to help students who have been exposed to negative influences at home.: Agree	The teachers at my school do not seem to be able to help students who have been exposed to negative influences at home.: Strongly Agree
If parents are not supporting a student at home, there is little my teachers can do at this school to help the student succeed.	If parents are not supporting a student at home, there is little my teachers can do at this school to help the student succeed.: Strongly Disagree	If parents are not supporting a student at home, there is little my teachers can do at this school to help the student succeed.: Disagree	If parents are not supporting a student at home, there is little my teachers can do at this school to help the student succeed.: Undecided	If parents are not supporting a student at home, there is little my teachers can do at this school to help the student succeed.: Agree	If parents are not supporting a student at home, there is little my teachers can do at this school to help the student succeed.: Strongly Agree
The teachers at this school do not help students become more successful.	The teachers at this school do not help students become more successful.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers at this school do not help students become more successful.: Disagree	The teachers at this school do not help students become more successful.: Undecided	The teachers at this school do not help students become more successful.: Agree	The teachers at this school do not help students become more successful.: Strongly Agree
When students demonstrate diligence it is often because teachers in this school have encouraged the students to not give up.	When students demonstrate diligence it is often because teachers in this school have encouraged the students to not give up.: Strongly Disagree	When students demonstrate diligence it is often because teachers in this school have encouraged the students to not give up.: Disagree	When students demonstrate diligence it is often because teachers in this school have encouraged the students to not give up.: Undecided	When students demonstrate diligence it is often because teachers in this school have encouraged the students to not give up.: Agree	When students demonstrate diligence it is often because teachers in this school have encouraged the students to not give up.: Strongly Agree
The teachers at this school are willing to help a student do better in school.	The teachers at this school are willing to help a student do better in school.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers at this school are willing to help a student do better in school.: Disagree	The teachers at this school are willing to help a student do better in school.: Undecided	The teachers at this school are willing to help a student do better in school.: Agree	The teachers at this school are willing to help a student do better in school.: Strongly Agree
The teachers at this school try to help students make positive changes in their lives.	The teachers at this school try to help students make positive changes in their lives.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers at this school try to help students make positive changes in their lives.: Disagree	The teachers at this school try to help students make positive changes in their lives.: Undecided	The teachers at this school try to help students make positive changes in their lives.: Agree	The teachers at this school try to help students make positive changes in their lives.: Strongly Agree
The teachers at this school are continually finding better ways to improve student success.	The teachers at this school are continually finding better ways to improve student success.: Strongly Disagree	The teachers at this school are continually finding better ways to improve student success.: Disagree	The teachers at this school are continually finding better ways to improve student success.: Undecided	The teachers at this school are continually finding better ways to improve student success.: Agree	The teachers at this school are continually finding better ways to improve student success.: Strongly Agree

13. There are no right or wrong answers. Some of the statements are similar to other statements. Do not be concerned about this. Work quickly and record your first and most honest answers.

Space Cell	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Undecided	Agree	Strongly Agree
The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Strongly Disagree	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Disagree	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Undecided	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Agree	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) in my school often discipline students without knowing the whole story.: Strongly Agree
The administration team in my school helps students to feel safe and welcomed.	The administration team in my school helps students to feel safe and welcomed.: Strongly Disagree	The administration team in my school helps students to feel safe and welcomed.: Disagree	The administration team in my school helps students to feel safe and welcomed.: Undecided	The administration team in my school helps students to feel safe and welcomed.: Agree	The administration team in my school helps students to feel safe and welcomed.: Strongly Agree
The administration team in my school always treats students with fairness.	The administration team in my school always treats students with fairness.: Strongly Disagree	The administration team in my school always treats students with fairness.: Disagree	The administration team in my school always treats students with fairness.: Undecided	The administration team in my school always treats students with fairness.: Agree	The administration team in my school always treats students with fairness.: Strongly Agree
I trust the administrators in my school.	I trust the administrators in my school.: Strongly Disagree	I trust the administrators in my school.: Disagree	I trust the administrators in my school.: Undecided	I trust the administrators in my school.: Agree	I trust the administrators in my school.: Strongly Agree
The administrators in my school keep their word.	The administrators in my school keep their word.: Strongly Disagree	The administrators in my school keep their word.: Disagree	The administrators in my school keep their word.: Undecided	The administrators in my school keep their word.: Agree	The administrators in my school keep their word.: Strongly Agree
The administrators in my school care about the students.	The administrators in my school care about the students.: Strongly Disagree	The administrators in my school care about the students.: Disagree	The administrators in my school care about the students.: Undecided	The administrators in my school care about the students.: Agree	The administrators in my school care about the students.: Strongly Agree
The administrators in my school are honest.	The administrators in my school are honest.: Strongly Disagree	The administrators in my school are honest.: Disagree	The administrators in my school are honest.: Undecided	The administrators in my school are honest.: Agree	The administrators in my school are honest.: Strongly Agree
The administrators in my school demonstrate good leadership.	The administrators in my school demonstrate good leadership.: Strongly Disagree	The administrators in my school demonstrate good leadership.: Disagree	The administrators in my school demonstrate good leadership.: Undecided	The administrators in my school demonstrate good leadership.: Agree	The administrators in my school demonstrate good leadership.: Strongly Agree

14. There are no right or wrong answers. Some of the statements are similar to other statements. Do not be concerned about this. Work quickly and record your first and most honest answers.

Space Cell	Strongly Disagree	Disagree	Undecided	Agree	Strongly Agree
The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) takes time to talk with students and teachers during breaks such as recess or lunch.	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) takes time to talk with students and teachers during breaks such as recess or lunch.: Strongly Disagree	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) takes time to talk with students and teachers during breaks such as recess or lunch.: Disagree	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) takes time to talk with students and teachers during breaks such as recess or lunch.: Undecided	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) takes time to talk with students and teachers during breaks such as recess or lunch.: Agree	The administration team (e.g., principals, counselors and directors) takes time to talk with students and teachers during breaks such as recess or lunch.: Strongly Agree
The administration team visits classrooms to discuss school issues with teachers and students.	The administration team visits classrooms to discuss school issues with teachers and students.: Strongly Disagree	The administration team visits classrooms to discuss school issues with teachers and students.: Disagree	The administration team visits classrooms to discuss school issues with teachers and students.: Undecided	The administration team visits classrooms to discuss school issues with teachers and students.: Agree	The administration team visits classrooms to discuss school issues with teachers and students.: Strongly Agree
The administration team informs students of the school’s academic progress.	The administration team informs students of the school’s academic progress.: Strongly Disagree	The administration team informs students of the school’s academic progress.: Disagree	The administration team informs students of the school’s academic progress.: Undecided	The administration team informs students of the school’s academic progress.: Agree	The administration team informs students of the school’s academic progress.: Strongly Agree
The administration team ensures that the teachers are helping students learn.	The administration team ensures that the teachers are helping students learn.: Strongly Disagree	The administration team ensures that the teachers are helping students learn.: Disagree	The administration team ensures that the teachers are helping students learn.: Undecided	The administration team ensures that the teachers are helping students learn.: Agree	The administration team ensures that the teachers are helping students learn.: Strongly Agree
The administration team points out areas where teachers and students can do better.	The administration team points out areas where teachers and students can do better.: Strongly Disagree	The administration team points out areas where teachers and students can do better.: Disagree	The administration team points out areas where teachers and students can do better.: Undecided	The administration team points out areas where teachers and students can do better.: Agree	The administration team points out areas where teachers and students can do better.: Strongly Agree
The school administration recognizes and rewards students who do superior work.	The school administration recognizes and rewards students who do superior work.: Strongly Disagree	The school administration recognizes and rewards students who do superior work.: Disagree	The school administration recognizes and rewards students who do superior work.: Undecided	The school administration recognizes and rewards students who do superior work.: Agree	The school administration recognizes and rewards students who do superior work.: Strongly Agree
My school’s administrators are interested in my life outside of school.	My school’s administrators are interested in my life outside of school.: Strongly Disagree	My school’s administrators are interested in my life outside of school.: Disagree	My school’s administrators are interested in my life outside of school.: Undecided	My school’s administrators are interested in my life outside of school.: Agree	My school’s administrators are interested in my life outside of school.: Strongly Agree

15. Please use this space to share any additional feedback or comments you would like to include in this survey.