Strategies (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) Person (title) Evidence of Success (Student Impact) Funding (estimate d cost / source) Personnel Involved Timeline Interim Dates 1. Create a master schedule that provides classroom teachers with duty-free lunch ensuring a minimum of 25 minutes for lunch Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Lori Disclafani Master Scheduler Reduced number of discipline referrals from cafeteria Safe cafeteria environment Survey coverage staff District Funded Cafeteria Monitors Admin August 2016-June 2017 2. Establish a system for supervision in the cafeteria. Semeika Stewart, Assistant Principal LaTaisha Atkinson Cafeteria Monitor Dina Alvarado Cafeteria Monitor Reduced number of discipline referrals from cafeteria Improved student behavior Informal observations of cafeteria N/A Admin Behavior Modification Technician (BMT) Student Support Services Cafeteria Monitors August 2016- June 2017 13
2. Provide teachers, including Exceptional Children (EC) and English as a Second Language (ESL) quarterly, full planning days to participate in professional development, create assessments, analyze data and plan for instruction. Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Vanetia Howard Facilitator Increase student EOG scores Insight survey EC, ESL strategies integrated into lesson delivery N/A Grade level facilitators Teachers October 2016-May 2017 16
Strategies (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) Point Person Evidence of Success (Student Impact) Funding (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved Timeline Interim Dates 1. Bully Liaison / Bully-prevention Staff training conducted by the student support services team providing information to teachers and support staff regularly Bully prevention activities throughout the year Behavior committee to encompass character education and promote the anti-bullying curriculum. Lydia Fergison Principal Stephon Portlock Counselor Natasha Patterson Counselor Beverly Camp BMT Improved attendance Reduction of bullying referrals N/A Admin Counselors Teachers August 2016- June 2017 17
2. Character Education Communicate monthly character daily via closed circuit Morning meeting topics discussed throughout the school year as well as individual counseling sessions with counselors Implementation of Praise All Well-Behaved Students (P.A.W.S) as a school-wide student recognition program to include quarterly celebrations based on earned P.A.W.S Lydia Fergison Principal Stephon Portlock Counselor Natasha Patterson Counselor Beverly Camp BMT An environment that is safe and inclusive for all students and adults Generate a common language and culture that fosters positive peer recognition and encourages all members of the school community to exemplify and reward behavior consistent with core values and ethical decision making Reduced number of discipline referrals Increase in student responses to survey “I feel safe at school” N/A Admin Counselors Teachers August 2016-June 2017 3. Healthy Active 30 min. Shared resources by Dr. Curt Hinson (Dr. Recess) via an online platform to illustrate a variety of physical activities for students Andrew Riley P.E. Teacher Darius Jones P.E. Teacher Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Structured activities during recess Master Schedule Recess observations N/A School Admin Teachers August 2016-June 2017 18
Implement 45 minutes per week with PE teacher Promote 30 minute structured physical activity daily in all classroom schedules PE teacher will support levels by providing support regarding equipment and physical activities Jonise Hall School Nurse 4. School Health Team Cultivate partnership with Camino Community Center which serves school communities by connecting families with medical, educational and other vital resources Establish a school health committee to focus on staff wellness to meet monthly Attend district meetings to support school planning of activities and available resources Lydia Fergison Principal Jonise Hall School Nurse Andrew P.E. teacher Executive Director Wendy Pascual of Camino Community Center Focus efforts of the whole school on the health and well-being of staff and students Committee meeting agendas and minutes Schedule of meetings on master calendar Staff will be provided wellness tips, massages and self-care support N/A Admin School Teachers August 2016-June 2017 19
Strategies (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) Point Person (title) Evidence of Success (Student Impact) Funding (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved Timeline (Start—End) Interim Dates 1. Solicit support from the Elementary Science Specialist in the Teaching and Learning Department to support the created 5th grade team with lesson planning, common assessments and analyzing data. Lydia Fergison, Principal Melissa 5th Grade Administrator Vanetia Howard, 5th grade Facilitator Wayne Fisher Science Specialist Agenda Minutes Shared Resources Modeling of Lessons Increased GLP and CCR scores as measured by the EOG N/A Admin 5th grade Facilitator District Personnel 5th Grade Teachers August 2016- May 2017 20
4. Implement the instructional planning approach (IPA) with 5th grade science teachers. Grade level facilitator and Science Lab teacher to lead professional development and introduce the IPA model to staff using the weebly (cmsplc.weebly.com) and other resources. Identify the entry point (module) for the science PLC. Select appropriate staff to attend The Northeast Learning Community IPA trainings Implement IPA professional development that has been provided within PLCs in an effort to influence instructional practices. Provide full and/or half day planning sessions for science teachers as needed. Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel 5th Grade Administrator Vanetia Howard 5th Facilitator Ella Rigoulot Northeast Learning Community Curriculum Coordinator Provide a structure and purpose for PLC meetings that address the most pressing instructional challenges. Create an atmosphere of trust for effective constructive feedback. Increase teachers’ sense of efficacy and level of professionalism. and state PD funding Instructional Leadership Team 5th Grade Teachers Administrators Learning community August 2016-June 2017 22
5. Provide observation, coaching and feedback to improve teacher practice. Create a documented observation feedback cycle using the instructional round problem of practice protocol Attend professional developments on coaching and feedback. Assess the effectiveness on teacher practice based on Insight Survey results, school surveys, student achievement data, etc. Invite Learning Community Superintendent and Executive Director to observe coaching and feedback sessions following instructional walkthroughs. Lydia Fergison Principal Melissa Thiel 5th Administrator Vanetia Howard 5th Facilitator Steve Esposito Executive Director Charity Bell Learning Community Superintendent Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data Coaching/ feedback forms Weekly lesson plans N/A Admin Instructional leadership team (ILT) Learning community staff 5th grade Facilitator September 2016-June 2017 6. Maximize instructional time devoted to science instruction. Ensure a core science curriculum is being provided to address the common core standards. Utilize data to differentiate instruction for teacher led Fergison, Principal Melissa Thiel 5th Grade Administrator Vanetia Howard Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data Data Analysis Protocols utilized N/A Admin Instructional leadership team Learning community September 2016-June 2017 23
small groups during the science block. Flexible grouping during science block 5th Facilitator Pacing calendar 5th Facilitator Teachers 7. Evaluate the progress of subgroups (EC, LEP) to determine remediation and enrichment Utilize WIDA Can Do descriptors in planning sessions Incorporate SIOP strategies in lesson delivery ESL/EC teacher attends planning and is assigned particular grade levels Implement EC contracted services agreement created in conjunction with the learning community on a comprehensive needs assessment Lydia Fergison, Principal Melissa Thiel 5th Grade Administrator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Sean District SIOP Coach Carl Izzard EC Coordinator Corinne Turner Itinerant Coordinating Teacher Increased success on assessments Walkthrough Data WIDA Can Do Descriptors ELLevation increased usage Data tracker N/A Admin Instructional Leadership Team Learning Community Staff ELL Chairperson Teachers September 2016-June 2017 24
Strategies (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) Point Person (title) Evidence of Success (Student Impact) Funding (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved Timeline (Start— End) Interim Dates 1. Develop a coaching and instructional caseload to support teachers in PLCs and with teaching and learning. 5thgrade facilitator is dedicated to only 5th grade teachers (total of 6) Dean of students is dedicated to 5th grade and shares coaching load with facilitator based on need Principal meets with 5th grade Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd MAP Data TRC Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data Instructional Rounds N/A Admin ILT Team Teachers August 2016-June 2017 25
facilitator weekly for a one on one 45 minute coaching session Principal meets with Dean of students weekly for a one on one 45 minute coaching session Dean of students and principal attend weekly planning sessions 4th grade facilitator is dedicated to only 4th grade teachers (total of 6) 4th grade facilitator meets with Assistant Principal weekly for a one on one 45 minute coaching session Assistant principal meets with principal weekly for a one on one 45 minute coaching session Assistant principal attends weekly planning sessions 3rd grade facilitator dedicated to only 3rd grade teachers (total of 7) 3rd grade facilitator meets weekly with 3rd grade administrator for a one on one 45 minute coaching session 3rd grade administrator meets weekly with the principal for weekly one on one 45 minute Grade Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator/3rd grade administrator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator MAP Data TRC Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data Instructional Rounds N/A Admin ILT Team Teachers August 2016-June 2017 26
coaching session 3rd grade administrator attends weekly planning sessions PL facilitator attends 3-5 plannings as needed 2. Provide instructional and support staff with professional development on balanced literacy, close reading, academic discourse, DDI, Personalized Learning, Continuum of Literacy Learning, and Guided Reading Survey of PD needs to design individualized learning PD Mondays during planning Wednesday staff meetings with a literacy PD focus Utilize 4 district early release days Attend district PD sessions Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator Professional Development Agendas District ILT Meetings District Coaching Visits with Personalized Learning $14,000 Title 1 Funds, Workshop Expenses, Contracted Services and Staff Development Admin ILT District Personnel Teachers August 2016-June 2017 27
3. Attend any additional professional development that will enhance teaching and learning, instructional practices, student achievement, and school culture. Capitalize on the district’s paid membership to North Carolina Association of Supervision and Curriculum (NCASCD) Subscription to professional reading journals Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator Nelson 4th Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator MAP Data TRC Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data Increase in teacher efficacy Modeling of lessons in PLCs Update of Professional Development Calendar N/A Admin ILT District Personnel Teachers August 2016-June 2017 4. Implement the instructional planning approach model (IPA) to school staff. coaches to lead professional development and introduce Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal MAP Data TRC Common Assessments N/A Admin ILT District Personnel August 2016-June 2017 28
provide literacy instructional support. Invite Learning Community Superintendent and Executive Director to observe coaching and feedback sessions following instructional walkthroughs. Continue to provide problem of practice opportunities for PLCs through the Instructional Rounds process Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator Steve Esposito Executive Director Charity Bell Learning Community Superintendent 6. Utilize resources (people, time, money) to better support literacy instruction. Provide professional development to teachers to support understanding of the core literacy block (Independent Reading, Interactive Reading, Guided Reading, Word Work, and Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students MAP Data TRC Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data 1 funded literacy tutor Admin ILT Team District Personnel Teachers August 2016-June 2017 30
Mini Lessons). Provide effective LLI instruction for students outside of core literacy instruction. Utilize support staff (AP, Dean, and Facilitators) to appropriately provide literacy instructional support. Provide outside professional development as needed. Provide full and/or half day planning sessions for teaching staff after each quarterly assessment. Hire and title 1 literacy tutor Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator Iris Vega Romero Title 1 tutor 7. Evaluate the progress of subgroups (EC, LEP) to determine the effectiveness of core and invention programs. Utilize WIDA Can Do descriptors in planning sessions Incorporate SIOP strategies in lesson delivery ESL/EC teachers attends planning and is assigned particular levels Implement EC contracted Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator MAP Data TRC Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel EC teachers ELL teachers Teachers August 2016-June 2017 31
Strategies (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) Point Person (title) Evidence of Success (Student Impact) Funding (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved Timeline Interim Dates 1. Develop a coaching and instructional caseload to support teachers in PLCs and with teaching and learning. 5thgrade facilitator is dedicated to only 5th grade teachers (total of 6) Dean of students is dedicated to 5th grade and shares coaching load with facilitator based on need Principal meets with 5th grade facilitator weekly for a one on one 45 minute coaching session Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Problem of practice instructional rounds Walkthrough data Formal observation feedback Peer observations Coaching minutes N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel August 2016-June 2017 34
2. Provide instructional and support staff with professional development on reading, academic discourse, DDI, and Personalized Learning and any other strategies that will support math instruction. Shared resources from district ILT PD sessions Early release day PD sessions Wednesday staff meeting PD sessions PD Mondays Provide instructional assistants with PD regarding the workshop model and Math Investigations PL facilitator providing PD on the 4 cornerstones of PL District PL tours District PL coaching visits Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator Lisa Allred, District PL coach MAP Data Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel Teachers August 2016-June 2017 36
3. Attend additional professional development that will enhance teaching and learning, instructional practices, student achievement, and school culture. Attend district Math Conversations PD Solicit support from district specialist Gabr’l Stackhouse and Susan Copeland Admission into Uncomplicating Math district PD cohort for 4th and 5th grade teachers Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator MAP Data Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel Teachers August 2016- June 2017 37
4. Implement the instructional planning approach (IPA) to school staff. Facilitators and admin development and introduce the IPA model to staff using the weebly (cmsplc.weebly.com) and other resources. Identify the entry point (module) for each PLC based on grade level surveys. Provide professional development to each PLC on the identified needs. Select appropriate staff to attend The Northeast Learning Community IPA trainings. Implement IPA professional development that has been provided within PLCs in an effort to influence instructional practices. Provide full and/or half day planning sessions for teaching staff. Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator MAP Data Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel August 2016- June 2017 38
5. Provide observation, coaching and feedback to improve teacher practice. Create a documented observation feedback cycle. Attend professional developments on coaching and feedback. Assess the effectiveness of teacher practice based on Insight Survey results, school surveys, student achievement data, etc. Utilize staff appropriately to provide math instructional support. Invite Learning Community Superintendent and Executive Director to observe coaching and feedback sessions following instructional walkthroughs. Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator Steve Esposito Executive Director Charity Bell Learning Community Zone Superintendent MAP Data Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel Teachers August 2016-June 2017 39
6. Maximize instructional time devoted to math instruction. Ensure a core math curriculum is being provided to address the common core standards. Utilize data to differentiate instruction for teacher lead small group during math workshop. Provide additional small group instruction beyond the core math and workshop time for students not showing mastery. Utilize flexible grouping among grade levels Utilize the intervention to provide targeted instruction to students Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator MAP Data Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel Teachers August 2016- June 2017 40
7. Evaluate the progress of subgroups (EC, LEP) to determine the effectiveness of core and invention programs. Utilize WIDA Can Do descriptors in planning sessions Incorporate SIOP strategies in lesson delivery ESL/EC teacher attends planning and is assigned particular grade levels Implement EC contracted services agreement created in conjunction with the learning community based on a comprehensive needs assessment Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator Sean Story District SIOP Coach MAP Data Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data WIDA Can Do Descriptors ELLevation usage N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel Teachers August 2016-June 2017 41
8. Refine the core and intervention programs based on the various needs of the subgroup Implementation of IPA model beginning with a clear understanding of what students need to know Consistent use of unpacking documents for standards interpretation Ensure internal and external alignment Content knowledge improved upon on PD that addresses the rigor of standards Create complex tasks for students in conjunction to selecting complex texts Differentiate lesson delivery based on classroom subgroups understanding of modifications and EC and ESL grading practices Provide appropriate rigor for students performing above grade level Lydia Fergison Principal Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal Melissa Thiel Dean of Students Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator MAP Data Common Assessments Walkthrough Data Teacher Observation Data Intervention Utilized N/A Admin ILT Team District Personnel Teachers October 2016-May 2017 42
Strategies (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) Person (title) Evidence of Success (Student Impact) Funding (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved Timeline (Start—End) Interim Dates 1. Common Assessments (CFAs) At Newell we believe CFAs are a means of measuring student performance on skills that were taught or will be taught (as in a common pre- assessment). Additional items may be added to individualize the assessment, but score must be derived for the same items for each student by all teachers. (EC/ESL modifications needed) Assessments created using Mastery Connect and School Net aligned to objectives Quarterly Common Assessments will be created and used each quarter Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator Jenny Nelson 4th Grade Facilitator Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator Amy Le K-2 Literacy Facilitator Lori Disclafani K- 2 Math Facilitator Heather Klinger PL Facilitator Item analysis reports in Mastery Connect and School Net Full day plannings to plan instruction on assessment results Flexible grouping of students N/A Admin ILT team Teachers October 2017-May 2017 43