Louisiana Educator Advancement and Development System (LEADS)

The Louisiana Department of Education is reimaging the state's educator evaluation, guided by feedback from over 8,000 Louisiana educators. The initiative addresses key concerns within the education community, striving to develop a more responsive and impactful process that benefits both educators and students. The statewide implementation of LEADS is scheduled for the 2025-2026 school year.

LEADS Resources

Accountability Bulletin 130 Compass Information System (CIS)Edlink Security Guide PK-12 LEP Permissions Guide LES Phased Rollout Plan Louisiana Educator Portal (LEP)Workforce Attributes

LEADS Educator Newsletter

A monthly resource providing the latest tools, guidance and updates for teachers and leaders

LEADS Educator Newsletters

Welcome to the LEADS Newsletter LEADS Newsletter | Self-Assessment LEADS Newsletter | Tips for Effectively Planning for Instruction

Louisiana Leader Evaluation

2024-2025 Evaluation Learning Year Options Guidance

2024-2025 Principal Goal Setting Toolkit: Combination Schools

2024-2025 Principal Goal Setting Toolkit: High Schools

2024-2025 Principal Goal Setting Toolkit: K-8 Schools

Alternate Rubric Waiver Request

BOY Counselor Conference Framework

BOY Counselor Conference Framework (Word)

BOY Leader Conference Framework

BOY Leader Conference Framework (Word)

Converting CLASS® to LDOE Levels of Effectiveness

EOY Counselor Conference Framework

EOY Counselor Conference Framework (Word)

EOY Leader Conference Framework

EOY Leader Conference Framework (Word)

Evaluation Learning Year Frequently Asked Questions List

Formal Observation Cycle of Support Flowchart

LA Educator Evaluation Process_ Sequence and Timeline

LA Educator Rubric & Evaluation Handbook

LA Educator Rubric & Evaluation Teacher Handbook.docx

LA Leader Evaluation Handbook

Leader and Educator Rubric and Evaluation Training Guidance

LEADS Implementation Monthly Webinars

LEADS Implementation On-Site Support Sessions

LEADS Webinar - Counselors

LEADS Webinar - School-Level Leaders

LEADS Webinar - Superintendents and System-Level Leaders

LEADS Webinar - Teachers

Learning Year Guidance for School Leaders.docx

Learning Year Guidance for System Leaders.docx

LER In-Person One-Day Teacher Training Videos Embedded

LER In-Person Teacher Introduction (90 minute version)

LER: Other Personnel Guidance

LES 2024-2025 Timeline

LES Getting Started

LES Overview Webinar

LLR Evidence Collection Sheet

Louisiana Counselor Rubric

Louisiana Educator Rubric

Louisiana Leader Rubric

Louisiana Principal Survey

MOY Counselor Conference Framework

MOY Counselor Conference Framework (Word)

MOY Leader Conference Framework

MOY Leader Conference Framework (Word)

One-Day LER Teacher Training Participant Guide

PGP/Coaching Plan Template

PGP_Coaching Plan Samples

PGP_Coaching Plan Template - Counselors

Post-Conference Template

Post-Conference Template (Word)

Pre-Conference Template

Pre-Conference Template (Word)

Presenter Guide for LER Teacher Training

Sample Observation Schedule A

Sample Observation Schedule B

Student Learning Target (SLT) Reflection Tool

2024-2025 Principal Goal Setting Toolkit: Combination Schools

2024-2025 Principal Goal Setting Toolkit: High Schools

2024-2025 Principal Goal Setting Toolkit: K-8 Schools

Alternative School Principal Goal Setting Guidance

Career School Principal Goal Setting Guidance

CIS 2023-2024 Timeline

Early Learning School Principal Goal Setting Guidance

Evaluation Grievance Requirements for LEAs in Law and Policy

SLT Assessment Identification Guide

SLT Guidance and Sample Templates

Student Learning Target (SLT) Reflection Tool

Student Learning Target (SLT) Reflection Tool: Word doc

Student Learning Target Frequently Asked Questions

Compass Professional Growth Plan Guidance

Professional Growth Plan - Teacher Exemplar 2

Professional Growth Plan - Teacher Exemplar 1

Professional Growth Plan - Leader Exemplar 2

Professional Growth Plan - Leader Exemplar 1

Professional Growth Plan - Counselor Exemplar 2

Professional Growth Plan - Counselor Exemplar 1

Compass Leader Rubric

Compass Teacher Rubric

Content Leader Compass Rubric

Converting CLASS® to Compass Equivalent

Converting NIET SKR to Compass Equivalent

ELA - Observation and Feedback Instructional Guide

Math - Observation and Feedback Instructional Guide

Mentor Teacher Compass Rubric

Observation Rubric of School Librarians

Professional Practice Observation Rubric Waiver Request

Compass Information System (CIS) Evaluation Upload Guide

Compass Information System (CIS) User Guide

Completion Report Quick Guide

Employee Roster Updates Quick Guide

Evaluation File Specifications - File Type 100

Evaluation File Specifications - File Type 200

Guidance CIS Entry - Goal Setting Worksheet

Leader Evaluation Upload Guide

NIET Teaching and Learning Standards Rubric (TLSR) Data Transfer Guidance

Observations & Site Visits

School Leaders & Supervisors

Student Learning Targets

User Account Registration Quick Guide

User Account Reset Quick Guide

Compass Information System

LEADS Training

2024 Evaluation Learning Year Training Registration 2023-2024 Rater Reliability Evaluator Training 2023-2024 Rater Reliability Evaluator Training Companion

LEADS Video Playlist

2023-2024 Evaluation Guide for Teachers

Observations - ELA Classroom

Observations - Math Classroom

Educator Evaluation System Pilot 1 pager

LDOE Evaluation Survey Report_

Rater Reliability Video and Resource Library

Research Paper - The Framework for Teaching Evaluation Instrument

Statute - Act 54

2023-2024 CVR User Guide

2023-2024 VAM Eligible Course List

How is Growth of Students Measured

Value-Added Frequently Asked Questions List

Curriculum Verification Resource Page