2013-16 Executive Summary School Improvement Plan School Name: Vickery Creek Elementary_____ AdvancED Standards FCS Departments Purpose and Direction Governance and Leadership Teaching and Assessing for Learning Resources and Support Systems Using Results for Continuous Improvement Academics & Accountability Educational Leadership Facilities and Operations Finance and Operations Food and Nutrition Services Human Resources Public Information and Communications School Safety and Discipline Special Education Student Support Services Superintendent Technology and Information Services Transportation Continuous Improvement Goal AdvancED Standards Support from FCS Department(s) Develop a highly trained faculty that is skilled with Assessment of and for Learning. Performance Based Assessments Effective leveling of all readers (Fountas and Pinnell) Data Team school wide implementation Initial roll-out of math assessment IKAN / GLOSS Integration of technology for the purpose of data collection, management, and analysis in addition to increased levels of engagement and rigor at the classroom level. Teaching and Assessing for Learning Using Results for Continuous Improvement Continued professional learning opportunities in the of Assessment For Learning, Performance Based Assessment, Guided Reading, and Guided Math. Continued support and training for Data Teams. Continued support for implementation of BYOT and updated technology to connect or students globally.
VCES Five Year Plan for School Improvement Beliefs: Balanced instruction will meet the needs of all learners. Ongoing, effective assessment will drive our instruction design. A safe, nurturing environment will foster student independence. A collaborative school community will foster the growth of all individuals. Hiring and retaining quality staff will have a direct impact on student achievement. Vision: ALL students achieve at their potential. Outcome: The FCS Learner Profile becomes a reality for all students. Instructional Domains Leading to Teacher Effectiveness (Class Keys) Planning and professional knowledge Instructional planning Instructional strategies Differentiated instruction Assessment strategies Assessment uses Positive Environment Challenge Professionalism Communication Year One Year Two Year Three Year Four Year Five Focus: Assessment Focus: Assessment/Design Focus: Instructional Design Focus: Teach Focus: Reflect Standards: (5)Assessment Strategies (6)Assessment Uses Standards: (5)Assessment Strategies (6)Assessment Uses (2) Instructional Planning (4) Differentiation Standards: (2) Instructional planning (3) Instructional strategies (4) Differentiation Standards: (4) Differentiation (8) Rigor / Academic Challenge (3) Instructional Strategies Standards: Instructional Strategies (3) Assessment Uses Rigor / Academic Challenge Ongoing Domains: Professional Knowledge, Positive Environment, Professionalism, and Communication Assessment Strategies /Uses Action Steps Assessment Strategies / Uses Action Steps
FCSS Common Formative/Summative Assessments Matching assessments to standards Level all readers through Fountas & Pinnell. Uses formal and informal assessments for diagnostic, formative, and summative purposes. Uses grading practices that report mastery in relationship to content goals and objectives. Introduction of Performance Based Assessments Uses assessment techniques that are appropriate for the developmental level of students. Collaborates with others to develop common assessments, when appropriate. Varies and modifies assessments to determine individual student needs and progress. Use Performance Based Assessments Data Teams Involves students in setting learning goals and monitoring their own progress. Uses formal and informal assessments for diagnostic, formative, and summative purposes. Uses grading practices that report final mastery in relationship to content goals and objectives. Uses assessment techniques that are appropriate for the developmental level of students. Level all students in math with IKAN / GLOSS Collaborates with others to develop common assessments, when appropriate. Varies and modifies assessments to determine individual student needs and progress. Ongoing Domains Maintain a positive learning environment Collaborate with grade level, school, other schools. Actively support School Improvement Plan Teach Work Habits to students Participate in ongoing professional growth Demonstrate flexibility in adapting to school change. Engage in activities outside the classroom intended for school and student enhancement.