TAKE IT FROM THE T.O.P. NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND PLANNING TOOL
Amy Luskey-Barth, MPC
“A vision without a task is but a dream. A task without a vision is
drudgery. A vision and a task is the hope of the world.” From a church
in Sussex, England.
1. What specific skills and talents do you possess that you
can use in your theatre program?
2. We have the greatest impact when we are in touch with our
gifts and in an environment that fosters those gifts and passions. What
projects, subjects, and activities would you like to introduce in to your
program?
3. In teaching, who we are is often a far greater example
than what we do. What are some
qualities, personality traits and life experiences that make you YOU that can benefit your students?
4. Are there challenges you currently face that may be
impacting your teaching? Are there issues that need clarification, refining or
restructuring in your current job structure to make you a more effective
teacher?
5. What is your purpose as a theatre educator? (In one sentence)
6. What needs do your students have that you believe you
could better serve?
7. What kind of team, additional resources, structures or support do you need to better
serve your students?
8. What additional training, professional development ,
networking, or artistic outlets would make you a more impactful theatre
educator?
9. To whom can you turn as a mentor, guide, or
advisor?
10. What is your vision for growth of your theatre program?
11. What can you let go of?
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