Disccusion 1

• Expertise- vs. Consumer-oriented Approach - Many school districts offer charter schools and/or schools of choice, and online schools, especially for high school. Assume there is no public high school in your community, review alternative options and choose one that you would support. Provide the web link to the program you selected. Take a stand on which view (expertise or consumer) you think is the most valuable in helping parents decide which school to select and provide support for your selection.

Disccusion 2

• The State Superintendent of Schools has asked your department to conduct a program evaluation of the school district and the assessment procedures they follow. Discuss three questions/items you would ask to clarify the State Superintendent's request and explain why these questions/items need to be answered before starting the evaluation.