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18Competencies reviewed
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- CoveredCompetency is comprehensively supported by the guide.
- Partially coveredCore content is covered, but some depth gaps remain.
- Coverage gap identifiedA content gap has been identified.
This study guide is based on the current official exam framework. We review and update alignment whenever the official framework changes so candidates are always studying current, accurate material.
Subtest 1: Foundational Policies & Practices of School Leadership (Domain 1)Covered
SMR 1.0001 · Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and best practices that promote a safe and effective learning environment148 questions · 15 materials · 43 cards · 0 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Apply and evaluate the use of appropriate accommodations under state and federal guidelines for students by school and district staff. | L.Federal Legal Issues - FL ELLs; L.Leader Role in Student Accommodations; L.Federal Legal Issues - FL IDEA/504 - Accommodations; L.IDEA - FL | Covered | 38 | 4 | 23 | 0 | Covered by 4 topics (38 questions, 4 materials, 23 cards, 0 videos). |
| 2. Apply state and federal guidelines and procedures for maintaining a safe learning environment for the well-being of all students. | L.Campus Safety - FL Laws | Covered | 12 | 1 | 6 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 6 cards, 0 videos). |
| 3. Identify and apply legal requirements that ensure compliance with federal and state law as related to constitutional and statutory rights of staff, students, and parents. | L.FL Constitutional and Statutory Student Rights; L.FL Liability Laws; L.FL Legal Requirements; L.FL Constitutional and Statutory Parent Rights; L.FL Constitutional and Statutory Staff Rights | Covered | 44 | 5 | 10 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (44 questions, 5 materials, 10 cards, 0 videos). |
| 4. Identify and apply best practices, policies, and guidelines that reduce barriers and their impact on the academic success of students and the well-being of all stakeholders in the school community (e.g., cyber issues, crisis management, ethical practices). | L.FL Principles of Professional Conduct; L.Recognizing Barriers to Learning; L.Equity and Achievement Gap; L.Developing Teachers - Achievement Gap; L.Addressing Barriers and Supporting All Stakeholders | Covered | 54 | 5 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 5 topics (54 questions, 5 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR 1.0002 · Knowledge of effective utilization of resources and fiscal management practices that maximize a safe and effective learning environment113 questions · 9 materials · 35 cards · 0 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Identify and evaluate methods for maximizing the use of federal, state, and local fiscal resources (e.g., school budget, grant funding) for instructional priorities. | L.FL Legal Issues - Funding Sources; L.Federal Legal Issues - Funding Sources; L.Grants as Funding Sources for Instruction | Covered | 29 | 3 | 24 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (29 questions, 3 materials, 24 cards, 0 videos). |
| 2. Identify and determine procedures to manage school property and fiscal resources (e.g., fundraisers, extracurricular, athletics) consistent with state guidelines and accounting practices. | L.Physical Management of School; L.Facility Management; L.FL Managing Additional Fiscal Resources | Covered | 41 | 3 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (41 questions, 3 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
| 3. Identify the foundational concepts of the formula factors used in computing the Florida Education Finance Program allocations. | L.FL Legal Issues - Funding via FEFP | Covered | 13 | 1 | 7 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (13 questions, 1 materials, 7 cards, 0 videos). |
| 4. Differentiate between funding sources available to a school beyond Florida Education Finance Program allocations. | L.Legal Issues - Additional Funding | Covered | 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (16 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| 5. Evaluate ethical actions for managing non-fiscal resources to promote the success and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff. | L.Allocating Resources | Covered | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (14 questions, 1 materials, 1 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR 1.0003 · Knowledge of effective organizational theory, research, and management practices related to school operations that maximize a safe and effective learning environment188 questions · 16 materials · 14 cards · 0 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Identify and utilize strategies for organizing time, tasks, technology, and projects effectively with clear communication of goals, objectives, and plans. | L.Time Management; L.Effective Communication; L.Technology for Management; L.EdTech | Covered | 57 | 4 | 5 | 0 | Covered by 4 topics (57 questions, 4 materials, 5 cards, 0 videos). |
| 2. Identify and evaluate actions to promote the health, safety, and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff. | L.Campus Safety Atmosphere; L.Student Well-Being; L.Campus Safety Atmosphere - For Staff; L.Safety Protocols and Communication | Covered | 61 | 4 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 4 topics (61 questions, 4 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| 3. Identify roles and responsibilities within a system that promotes practices (e.g., discipline, attendance) that support a safe and positive school climate. | L.Student Discipline; L.Federal Legal Issues - FL IDEA/504 - Discipline; L.Student Attendance | Covered | 15 | 3 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (15 questions, 3 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| 4. Identify continuous improvement practices that promote strategic planning to monitor safety and security within the school environment. | L.Campus Safety; L.Safety Resources; L.Monitoring Safety and Security | Covered | 41 | 3 | 4 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (41 questions, 3 materials, 4 cards, 0 videos). |
| 5. Determine management practices related to school operations that cultivate relationships with key stakeholders (e.g., feeder schools, district offices, governing boards). | L.Relationships with Other Schools; L.Relationships with District Offices and Governing Board | Covered | 14 | 2 | 3 | 0 | Covered by 2 topics (14 questions, 2 materials, 3 cards, 0 videos). |
SMR 1.0004 · Knowledge of effective data-driven decision-making processes based on research, best practices, and leadership theory to support the vision, mission, and improvement priorities of schools167 questions · 13 materials · 18 cards · 0 videosCovered
| Official competency | Matching 240 topics | Alignment | Qs | Mats | Cards | Vids | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Select and apply steps in the change process that cultivate ongoing improvement of the school vision and mission. | L.Vision vs Mission vs Goals; L.CV Via Systems; L.FL-Participatory Decision-Making Processes; L.CV via Collaborative Development; L.CV via Quant and Qual Data; L.Vision and Mission Action Plan | Covered | 80 | 6 | 9 | 0 | Covered by 6 topics (80 questions, 6 materials, 9 cards, 0 videos). |
| 2. Evaluate the alignment of the school vision and mission with district initiatives, State Board of Education priorities, and current educational policies. | L.Aligning Vision and Mission with District, State Board of Education, and Policy | Covered | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 | Covered by 1 topic (12 questions, 1 materials, 0 cards, 0 videos). |
| 3. Apply strategies that empower stakeholders to support student academic development and success aligned to the school vision and mission. | L.Attaining Vision; L.Empowering Stakeholders to Support Students; L.Managing Resistance | Covered | 48 | 3 | 2 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (48 questions, 3 materials, 2 cards, 0 videos). |
| 4. Analyze data-driven decisions and actions related to the school vision and mission that improve the quality of student learning and teacher performance. | L.FL SIP/SAC; L.Effective Decision-Making Processes; L.Data-Driven Decisions and Actions | Covered | 27 | 3 | 8 | 0 | Covered by 3 topics (27 questions, 3 materials, 8 cards, 0 videos). |
How 240 Creates The Florida Educational Leadership Examination (FELE): Subtest 1: Foundational Policies & Practices of School Leadership (084) Study Guide
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Why 240 Is Better Than Other Generic Study Guides
Not all study guides are built the same way. Here is what separates a test-aligned guide from a generic one — and why it matters when you are preparing for the Florida Educational Leadership Examination (FELE): Subtest 1: Foundational Policies & Practices of School Leadership.
Generic prep
- Covers broad subject areas without structure
- No clear connection to the official exam framework
- Practice questions may not reflect the real test format
- May not update when official standards change
- Can be helpful for quick, broad review
240 test-aligned FELE 084 prep
- Every lesson maps to an official domain or competency
- Built directly from the official exam framework
- Practice questions aligned to what the exam actually measures
- A clear study path by tested category
- Study smarter and enter test day more prepared
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Is 240 a good study guide for Florida Educational Leadership Examination (FELE): Subtest 1: Foundational Policies & Practices of School Leadership?
240 is a strong option because the guide is built around the official exam framework and shows detailed alignment by SMR and competency.
How closely does 240 align to the FELE 084 exam?
This guide is 100% aligned based on a competency-by-competency review of the official framework and the study resources included in the guide.
Does 240 cover every competency?
This page shows coverage transparently across covered, partially covered, and identified gaps so candidates can see exactly how the guide maps to the exam.
What does “partially covered” mean?
Partially covered means the guide addresses the core parts of a competency, but some depth or subtopics may still be limited.