California Professional Standards for Educational Leaders - Policy Exhibit
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
Original PDF coming soon — check reedschools.org for the source document.
In plain English
What this document actually says
This document outlines the California Professional Standards for Educational Leaders (CPSEL), which define expectations for school administrators and educational leaders. The standards cover six key areas: (1) developing and implementing a shared vision for student learning, (2) instructional leadership and professional learning culture, (3) managing safe and productive learning environments, (4) engaging families and communities, (5) demonstrating ethics and integrity in decision-making, and (6) understanding and influencing education policy. These standards guide how principals and district leaders should lead schools, support teachers, involve families, manage resources, and ensure all students have equitable access to quality education. The document includes extensive legal references and cross-references to related district policies.
What this means for your family
These standards define how school principals and district leaders should operate, which directly affects your child's daily experience. They ensure leaders focus on creating safe, inclusive schools; involving families meaningfully in decisions; supporting teacher development; and making ethical choices that benefit all students. Strong leadership following these standards helps ensure quality instruction, safe facilities, and responsive communication with families.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.