We have to complete fifteen Classroom Walkthroughs a week. I often feel that this can be an unrealistic number, but I am able to meet the requirement weekly. I do realize that administrators just like most people allow their plate to get full and not send time in areas that need our attention. I have to say that the majority of my walks are very useful and makes me understand what my teachers are experiencing in their rooms daily. I have run reports that allows our PLC's to see what we have recorded and develop plans to address weakness.
We have been doing this in my county for three years, and students still do not fully understand our roles with walks. I have started allowing groups of my students to assist me in answering the questions. I learned that students really, when given the chance, understand the questions asked in the walks. They are often more critical of the teachers when I tell them that they will be anonymous. This leads me to the question, should students voice be considered in CWT's? Should I continue to allow my students to assist in filling out the questions in the walks? I think it is a great practice that allows students a voice in their school.
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