Engaging, research-based instruction that fosters academic growth, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity will be offered by means of: Strategy Personnel Responsible Necessary Resources Timeline Source of Evaluation Planning and implementing local professional development opportunities (using varied methods of presentation that encourage teachers to think critically and collaborate) District and Campus Administrators Title II and General Funds Ongoing Calendar, Agendas, and Staff Survey Conducting classroom walk-throughs in order to provide teacher feedback and recommendations for use in instruction District and Campus Administrators General Funds Ongoing Eduphoria, student data, and iGrow appraisal data Providing comprehensive Engaged Learning (ELU) training and coaching support for teachers in an effort to increase student engagement District and Campus Administrators Title II and General Funds June, 2014, then Ongoing eStudio collaboration/feedback and classroom Providing Engaged Learning (ELU) overview training for all teachers, including use of Engage model during staff development sessions Administrators and Engage staff Title II and General Funds August 2014, then ongoing eStudio lessons, Calendar, and Agenda Setting guidelines/expectations for design, implementation, and facilitation of ELUs Administrators Title II and General Funds Summer 2014 Providing intervention programs that allow for increased student performance (RTI, Raider Labs, small-group intervention, tutoring, and in-class support) Administrators and Instructional Specialists Title I, State Compensatory, and General Funds Begin in September, 2014 Attendance Log and Progress Monitoring data Utilizing research-based programs to provide intervention and monitor student progress (SuccessMaker, iStation, Think Through Math, DreamBox, and Waterford) Academic Administrators IMA and General Funds Begin in August, 2014 Student data records Implementing effective special programs that provide differentiated instruction for the varied needs of students (Special Education, ESL, Gifted/Talented, Career and Technical Education, Apex Credit Recovery/Prescriptives, Migrant, Dyslexia) Principals IDEA, Title I, Perkins, and General Funds Begin in August, 2014 Data from special program staff Providing specialized instruction for G/T students at all levels (ES – pull-out program, MS – rotation through core teachers and DI/STEM courses, HS – honors/dual-credit courses) Principals General Funds Begin in August, 2014 Classroom and G/T Teacher Data
Offering a pre-kindergarten program for students that meet state qualifications Elementary Principal IDEA and General Funds August, 2014 Enrollment Forms and Student data Provide content-specific teacher training and monitor the integration of technology into daily instruction (student and teacher iPads, SmartBoards, web resources, production tools, Edmodo, Google Apps, etc.) Administrators and Instructional Technology Staff General Funds and IMA Ongoing Record of training and lesson plans Provide job-embedded staff development in strategies that foster critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity Principals and Academic Administrators General Funds Ongoing Record of training and Classroom Walk-throughs Acquire and utilize supplemental ESL materials for use with diverse learners in order to increase academic vocabulary and comprehension Administrators and ESL Coordinator Title III and IMA Ongoing Student data and TELPAS data Provide an ESL Coordinator that will provide instruction to students identified as LEP, support teachers in classroom instruction, and coordinate ESL program District Administration General Funds Begin in August, 2014 Job description and teacher/student data Provide quality CTE programs that offer experiences and allow students to obtain certifications (CPR, Central Supply Tech, OSHIA, Microsoft Office) High School Principal and Counselor Perkins and General Funds Ongoing Student participation and obtained certifications Implementing new high school courses that address the areas of digital technology, animation, fashion design, culinary arts, and finance High School Principal and Teachers General Funds, Perkins, High School Allotment, and IMA August, 2014 Student participation and completion Increase campus STEM offerings (elementary STEM lab, middle/high school courses, and integrated content/supplemental science materials) Principals General Funds August, 2014 Campus Schedule and Course Guide Develop college-ready learners through use of common academic vocabulary, implementation of CCRS (Career/College Readiness Standards), offering college preparation courses at the middle and high school levels, and offering dual-credit courses Principals High School Allotment and General Funds Ongoing Lesson plans, record of offered courses, and record of student participation Offer and implement program that will allow struggling students to recover and receive remediation at the middle and high school levels (APEX credit recovery and prescriptive tutorials) Middle and High School Principals General Funds Ongoing Student Records in APEX and log from Raider Lab related
Goal Two: Sunnyvale ISD will promote a safe, secure, and orderly school environment by providing programs and resources which ensure appropriate physical, behavioral, and emotional development. An orderly environment and enhanced social skills will be the product of: Strategy Personnel Responsible Necessary Resources Timeline Source of Evaluation Providing quality character education experiences that address character development, peer interaction, and bullying (Rachel’s Challenge, DHT, and FOR club initiatives) Counselors General Funds Ongoing Student/Teacher Survey Distributing and enforcing the student code of conduct Administrators TASB and Local Policies August, 2014 Record of receipt returned by students and disciplinary data Adhering to district policies to student behavior: -Classroom Management -Bullying -Sexual Harassment -Dating Violence All Staff Local Policy Ongoing Teacher, Parent, and Student Survey Rewarding and recognizing students demonstrating excellence in character Counselors General Funds Ongoing Administrative Records Educate students on the importance of academic honesty at the all levels Counselors General Funds September, 2014 Student Survey Monitoring student attendance and notifying parents of concerns Teachers and Administrators General Funds Ongoing Attendance Records Maintain a dropout rate of less than 1% through provision of individualized support Campus Administrators General Funds Ongoing AEIS data
b. Safety and security will be ensured by: Strategy Personnel Responsible Necessary Resources Timeline Source of Evaluation Training teachers how to respond in different crisis situations and providing them with a quick reference guide Principals General Funds August, 2014 Record of fire and crisis drills Providing student education and coordinating with outside vendors to conduct random drug-testing in order to provide drug-free campuses Principals and Counselors General Funds Ongoing Lesson plans and screening results Utilizing the electronic visitor check-in system to ensure student safety Office Staff General Funds Ongoing Record of visitors to buildings Training of multiple staff members in CPR for use in the case of an emergency Nurses General Funds Fall Semester Record of attendance Providing training on safety guidelines, camera usage, and use of behavioral report forms on the school bus Director of Operations General Funds August, 2014 Agenda and record of attendance Training substitute teachers on safety guidelines and crisis response District Administration None August, 2014 Agenda and record of attendance Timely response to building maintenance requests Director of Operations On-line ticket system Ongoing Data from response to on-line tickets Providing facilities that meet the physical needs of students and are conducive to learning Director of Operations General Funds Ongoing Safety Audit
Employing applicants that meet highly-qualified criterion and demonstrate adequate skills/knowledge of content area District and Campus Administrators None Ongoing Applications and Personnel Information Retain highly-qualified employees by: Strategy Personnel Responsible Necessary Resources Timeline Source of Evaluation Providing a supportive working environment District Administrators General Funds Ongoing Teacher Survey Offering a competitive salary and benefit package Superintendent and School Board General Funds August, 2014 Salary schedules and personnel information Monitoring the climate of the district/campus working environments District Administrators General Funds Ongoing Parent, Student, and Teacher Surveys Offer professional development opportunities that foster technology integration, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity through: Strategy Personnel Responsible Necessary Resources Timeline Source of Evaluation Offering administrator training in the legal aspects of school administration District Administrators Title II Ongoing Attendance Records Allowing teachers and administrators to attend professional conferences which enhance teacher content knowledge and/or instructional practices (Provision of registration and travel funds) District Administrators Title I and Title II Ongoing Attendance Records and Budget Forms Providing training and mentors for new teachers Administrators Title II and General Funds August, 2014 and ongoing Record of meeting and attendance