CMS SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN REPORT School: Long Creek Elementary Principal: Chad O. Thomas Title I Specialist: N/A Address: 9213-A Beatties Ford Road Huntersville, NC 28078 Courier Number: 444 Phone: 980-343-6095 Learning Zone: Northeast Zone Superintendent: Dr. Dawn Robinson
5. Utilize technology to enhance Instruction. Purchase more classroom technology. Schedule Flexible lab times. Computer classes weekly for all K-5 students. Provide training and access to a range of technology related equipment (Smartboards, document cameras, smart slates, etc.). Provide monthly on-site workshops. Increase use of teacher wikis. Utilize Innovation teacher to provide instructional support. Integrate technology projects into classroom curriculum. Pr/Thomas AP/Simpson Innovation Teacher/ Thompson Walk Through and Formal/Informal Observation Data $4,000 Purchase of Instructional Technology Source: State and Local Instructional Allotment Faculty 8/1/11 – 6/8/12 11-12 1-12 3-12 SMART GOAL (2): Continue to meet high growth and achieve AYP in all subgroups by decreasing the achievement gap to below 10% between the lowest performing subgroups (African Americans and Economically Disadvantaged) and the highest performing subgroup as measured by 2011 – 2012 End of Grade Tests. Data Used: 2010 – 2011 ABC Data___________________________ SP 2014 Tactic: (# 3 ) 3.A.4 – Expand and strengthen intervention teams in all schools. Strategies (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) Point Person (title/name) Evidence of Success (Student Impact) Funding (estimated cost and source) Personnel involved Timeline Start–End Interim Check Dates 1. Provide EC Inclusive Practices Cluster EC students into classrooms. Improve effectiveness of collaborative. planning opportunities for EC and classroom teachers. Provide pull-out services as needed. Provide collaborative EC Inclusion planning meetings. Provide alternative instructional programs to focus Pr/Thomas AP/Simpson EC staff/ Donovan, Shoemaker, Campbell On DIBELS less than 10% of K-3 students will be below benchmark by EOY measures On Formative and Common Assessments 65% of 2-5 students will score at grade level benchmarks or better. None Faculty 8/1/11 – 6/8/12 11-12 1-12 3-12
3. Prepare and target all students for on-time graduation. Redesigned Parent and Educator Compact to hold parents and teachers more accountable. Ensure that all students are prepared as 21st century learners. Consistently providing a year or more of academic growth. Ensure that students are effectively trained in the use of digital media and other ever changing technology resources. Advertise and promote cohort graduation years (Classes of 2018-2023). Provide ongoing reminders and clarification about academic and character building expectations within the school and community. Utilize discipline and academic data to determine areas and/or teachers that need to be given additional support. Increase level of encouragement and opportunities for all parents to become more actively involved in their child’s education. Create opportunities for student leadership (student council, etc.). Continue to provide random and creative rewards/special programs to motivate Pr/Thomas AP/Simpson Facilitator/ Alexander 100% of students promoted to the next grade level that data validates promotion. None Faculty Teachers Support staff Teacher assistants Parents 8/1/11 – 6/8/12 11-12 1-12 3-12
3. Continue Mighty Mustang Plan Modify school-wide behavior plan. Continuously review school-wide expectations (post chart in all areas). Ongoing communication with parents. Provide interventions for students. Random rewards for “Mighty Mustangs”. Encore/Cafeteria incentives. Modify k-2 color coded system. Pr/Thomas AP/Simpson Decrease in the number of students receiving Mustang Mistakes and Discipline Referrals reported in NCWise. None Mighty Mustang Committee 8/1/11 – 6/8/12 9/15 11/15 2/15 4. Character Ed/Fred Carr Program Classroom guidance lessons. Reinforce monthly character trait. Monthly ceremony to recognize students. Promote character development. Character All Stars & Do The Right Thing. Multicultural day. Encore incentives/recognition. Implement the Monday Matters Curriculum. Pr/Thomas AP/Simpson Counselor/ Bonaparte Decrease in the number of students receiving Mustang Mistakes and Discipline Referrals reported in NCWise. $800 monthly pizza lunch Source: Liberty Mutual, LC PTO Pr/Thomas AP/Simpson Counselor/ Bonaparte Faculty 8/1/11 – 6/8/12 Monthly 5. Bullying Prevention Plan Train staff on Bullying prevention and program implementation. Implement anti-bullying lessons. Share expectations and consequences with students. Coordinate with Mighty Mustang Plan. Teachers utilize Bullying Program folders to reflect on lesson effectiveness and completion. Classroom counseling. Small focus group meetings for students. Counselor/ Bonaparte Decrease in the number of instances of bullying on (Discipline Referrals) reported in NCWise. None Pr/Thomas AP/Simpson Mighty Mustang Committee Counselor/ Bonaparte Faculty 8/1/11 – 6/8/12 9/15 11/15 2/15