Three focus areas: Family engagement Communication and outreach Partnership development Physical safety Social and emotional health High engagement Cultural competency Customer service Goal 5: Optimize district performance and accountability by strengthening data use, processes and systems Four focus areas: Effective and efficient processes and systems Strategic use of district resources Data integrity and use School performance improvement Goal 6: Inspire and nurture learning, creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship through technology and strategic school redesign Four focus areas: Learning everywhere, all the time Innovation and entrepreneurship Strategic school redesign Innovative new schools (1): Duty Free for Teachers Provide a duty-free lunch period for every teacher on a daily basis. Recruit, develop, and retain a premier workforce. : Retention : Kindergarten ready Advanced Reading in K-2 At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3 At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7 At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5 Successful completion of Math I in grade 9 Take and pass at 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT : Master Schedule, Time Schedule (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) (title/name) (Student Impact) (estimated cost / source) Involved (Start—End) Interim Dates
(determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) (title/name) (Student Impact) (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved Interim 1. Develop and Implement a Master Schedule with a duty free instructional planning period of at least five hours per week for teachers to collaboratively plan for instructional units and lessons. Principal – Robert Folk Collaborative planning periods that produce high levels of teaching and learning $0.00 Admin Team Student Services Team Teachers August 2014 – June 2015 2. Provide a planning structure for professional development and instructional planning. Create a planning schedule and calendar. Monitor staff participation in learning team meetings and professional development sessions. Principal – Robert Folk Weekly meeting minutes Work products from professional development sessions $0.00 Admin Team Richards, Clark, Bell Instructional Team Cobb, Grade Level Teachers August 2014 – June 2015 (3): Anti-Bullying / Character Education Provide a positive school climate, under CMS regulation JICK-R, by promoting a safe learning environment free of bullying and harassing behaviors. Promote a system-wide culture of safety, high engagement, customer service, and cultural competence. : Physical Safety, Social and Emotional Health : Kindergarten ready Advanced Reading in K-2 At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3 At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7 At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5 Successful completion of Math I in 9 Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT : Survey Results, Student Products, Activity Schedule
(determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) (title/name) (Student Impact) (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved Interim Dates Encourage students to be of the impact of their words and actions on the lives of others and to set goals for a purposeful life. Michelle Richards Counseling Staff - Dannielle Blount Jessica Conley Susan Billmire Student Team 100% of our students increase the use of kind words and acts of kindness through individual and group practice as measured by implementation projects. $500.00 Staff Student Unity Leadership Team Student Body Admin Team PTA Leadership October 2014 – June 2015 To create a culture of caring and kindness through the promotion and actions of school initiatives for recognizing positive actions and positive behavior. Michelle Richards Counseling Staff - Dannielle Blount Jessica Conley Billmire Student Unity Team 95% of students will report that they feel respected by other students as measured by the CMS Student Survey. $500.00 Staff Student Unity Leadership Team Student Body Team PTA Leadership October 2014 – June 2015 To create a program (through Love and that will develop good character in our students in order to become responsible and caring citizens. Implementation of a School-Wide Honor Code which teaches values of Honesty, Integrity, and Responsibility Michelle Richards Counseling Staff - Dannielle Blount Jessica Conley Susan Billmire Student Unity Team To increase the student’s knowledge on core ethical values (civility, responsibility, respect, good sportsmanship) in the educational environment by 100% as measured by implementation projects. 95% of students will report that they feel respected by students as measured by the CMS Student Survey. $1000.00 Staff Student Unity Leadership Team Student Body Admin Team PTA Leadership August 2014 – June 2015
(determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) (title/name) (Student Impact) (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved (Start—End) Interim 1. Provide professional development of proven instructional strategies to increase student engagement and learning in the classroom by using Interdisciplinary studies, Discovery Education, and PEAK learning activities Academic Facilitator - Cobb Math Facilitator - Dugan Professional Development Facilitator - Armstrong Formal Observation Data Walk-Through Observation Data PLC Content Maps Lesson Plans $1,000.00 Administrative Team - Richards, Clark, Bell Instructional Team - Cobb, Dugan, Armstrong Tech Facilitator Level Teachers August 2014 – June 2015 2. Build and Implement Academic Enrichment and Recovery for all grade levels. and Implement 7th/8th grade enrichment classes focused on literacy development, high school readiness, and extensions of the NC standards. Build and Implement 6th grade enrichment classes focused on literacy development. and Implement Academic Recovery schedule based on Literacy and Math interventions Principal -Folk AP - Bell AP - AP - Richards Master Schedule Academic Enrichment Grade Level Plans/Groups Academic Recovery Grade Level Plans/Groups $1,000.00 Administrative Team Counseling Team Level Teaching Teams August 2014 – June 2015
3. Provide targeted professional development for NC Standards through PLC groups. Academic Facilitator - Cobb Math Facilitator - Dugan Professional Development Facilitator - Armstrong NC Reading, Writing, and Math Standard work samples Professional Development Content Maps PD Course Completion $0.00 All Certified Staff August 2014 – June 2015 4. Utilize MAP, Triumph Learning, AIMS web for academic enrichment, recovery, and progress monitoring Schedule computer lab time for MAP testing teachers and students Create and implement assignments for AE Set and monitor student progress with AIMS web Academic Facilitator-Cobb Math Facilitator- Dugan AP-Clark PD Facilitator- Armstrong MAP Data Triumph Learning Data AIMS web Data $1,000.00 RTI Leadership Team Tech Facilitator Grade Level Teachers August 2014 – June 2015 (6): Increase the percentage of students achieving their expected growth goals, as provided by the State of North Carolina, on the math and reading End-of-Grade Tests by 5% . Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st century learning environment for every child to graduate career and college ready. : Academic Growth/High Academic Achievement, Access to Rigor, Closing Achievement Gaps, College and Career Readiness : Enter Kindergarten ready Advanced Reading in K-2 At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3 At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7 Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5 Successful completion of Math I in grade 9 Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT : EVAAS, Student Score Predictions, EOG
(determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD) (Student Impact) (estimated cost / source) Personnel Involved (Start—End) Interim Dates 1. Utilize CMS Data Portal, MAP, and AIMS web to identify and set expected growth scores for all students. Train teachers to use Teacher Portal/MAP/AIMS web Review expected growth goals Set growth goals with students Progress Monitor Academic Facilitator-Cobb Math Facilitator- Dugan PD Facilitator- Armstrong End of Test Data MAP Data AIMS web Data $0.00 Administrative Team- Folk Richards, Clark, Dugan, Bell Tech Facilitator RTI Leadership Team Grade Level Teachers Quarterly 11/2014-6/2015 2. Utilize EVAAS and AIMS web to monitor at-risk student academic placement and progress. Share information with faculty Schedule Extended Day and AR classes Academic Facilitator- Cobb Math Facilitator- Dugan AP- Clark PD Facilitator- Armstrong End of Test Data MAP Data AIMS web Data $0.00 Administrative Team- Folk Richards, Clark, Dugan, Bell Tech Facilitator RTI Leadership Team Grade Level Teachers Quarterly 11/2014-6/2015 3. Utilize Inclusive/co-teaching Practices so that SWD receive additional support in grade level classrooms. Schedule co-teaching classes Continue training for EC and General Ed teachers with Provide support and professional development to staff. Principal –Folk AP- Michelle Richards Compliance Facilitator - Co-Teaching Schedule and Placement Professional Development training and support $0.00 ICT Support District EC Training Regular ED and EC co-teachers Quarterly 11/2014-6/2015
4. Provide targeted professional development for NC Standards through PLC groups. Academic Facilitator - Cobb Math Facilitator - Professional Development Facilitator - Armstrong NC Reading, Writing, and Math Standard work samples Professional Development Content Maps PD Course Completion $0.00 All Certified August 2014 – June 2015 5. Utilize MAP, Triumph Learning, AIMS web for academic enrichment, recovery, and progress monitoring Schedule computer lab time for MAP testing Train teachers and students Create and implement assignments for AE Set goals and monitor student progress with AIMS web Academic Facilitator- Cobb Math Facilitator- Dugan PD Facilitator- Armstrong MAP Data Triumph Learning Data AIMS web Data $1,000.00 RTI Leadership Team Tech Facilitator Grade Level Teachers August 2014 – June 2015 6. Provide professional development of proven instructional strategies to increase student engagement and learning in the classroom by Common Core Interdisciplinary studies and PEAK learning activities Academic Facilitator Cobb Math Facilitator - Dugan Professional Development Facilitator - Armstrong Formal Observation Data Walk-Through Observation Data PLC Content Maps Lesson Plans $1,000.00 Administrative Team - Richards, Bell Instructional Team - Cobb, Dugan, Armstrong Grade Level Teachers August 2014 – June 2015 7. Utilize available data through multiple sources to schedule academically high risk students in the extended day Bulldogs Matter program. Develop program model Implement program Evaluate and modify program Principal-Folk Teachers- Monismith Busick EOG Data AIMS web Data Program Attendance Data Academic Grades $20,000 (Extended Day Funds) $40,000 (Crossroads Corp) Principal Folk Grade Level Teachers Bulldog Matters Staff CrossRoads Community Volunteers October 2014 – May 2015
Teachers may use School Net for common assessments Assessment components will be broken down by objective PLC leaders will facilitate weekly meetings that focus on concepts of backward design and data analysis PLC common assessments uploaded to Google Docs Instructional leaders review and monitor PLC common assessments PLC pacing calendars for lesson design and assessments on shared drive Cobb, Armstrong Lead Content Teachers Instructional Staff Improved student performance of all final exams through effective PLC planning and collaboration. Demonstrated academic growth. Evidence of retesting for content mastery. Teaching Faculty Facilitators Data disaggregation PD provided to aid PLC in analyzing data Assessment data of student mastery is compiled and discussed in grade level department meetings. Students will analyze data to improve performance and set Assessment data is analyzed to determine effectiveness of assessment questions Data used to group and differentiate instruction to meet individual student needs. Principal - Folk AF/PD/Math Facilitators – Cobb, Armstrong Lead Content Teachers Instructional Staff Demonstrated academic growth. Evidence of retesting for content mastery. Data used to plan for differentiated instruction. Common assessment data trackers demonstrate greater mastery among student body. Assessment quality will be continuously improved. Student data analysis will empower students to take ownership of their learning $0.00 Administrative Team Instructional Team Teaching Faculty Facilitators Aug 2014 Oct 2014 Jan 2015 March 2015 May 2015
Teachers will communicate with parents through various sources regarding skills that are not mastered 3. Flexible grouping Remediation and extension period built into school day and to be driven by data results. Strategic scheduling based on EOG test scores Use assessment data to group students according to ability. Principal - Folk AF/PD/Math Facilitators – Cobb, Dugan, Armstrong Lead Content Teachers Instructional Staff Demonstrated academic growth. Evidence of grouping and strategic placement in content and AE period. Remediation instruction much more targeted and strategic to increase overall mastery. Students who have demonstrated mastery will be provided with better quality extension opportunities. $0.00 Administrative Team Instructional Team Facilitators Aug 2014 Oct 2014 Jan 2015 March 2015 May 2015 4. Additional learning opportunities If a student earns below an 84% on any formal assessment, the student will have the opportunity for additional practice to achieve mastery up to a maximum score of 84%. Principal -Folk Grade Level Clark, Bell Improved mastery of objectives and grades evidenced by content assessment performance and MAP assessment data. $0.00 Administrative Team Instructional Team Teaching Faculty Facilitators Counselors August 2014 – June 2015 5. Late and make-up work A student who misses homework or other assignments or due dates because of absences, whether Principal -Folk Grade Level Improved mastery of objectives and grades evidenced by content assessment performance and MAP assessment data. $0.00 Administrative Team Instructional Team August 2014 – June 2015
excused or unexcused, must be allowed to make up work. It is the student’s responsibility to make arrangements for completing the work within five school days of the student’s return. A teacher may choose to provide extended time for a student to complete missing assignments. Students should be encouraged to attend tutoring with their teachers following an absence to ensure students get the academic support they need to stay current in their studies. If the student was present in the class on the due date, the work may be given less credit. Clark, Bell Greater student accountability to make-up work. An understanding all staff, students, and parents regarding CMS and school grading expectations. Teaching Faculty Counselors 6. Grade reporting Grades for all assignments must be entered in the book within ten (10) school days of the assignment due date. This includes make-up work. (Note: Grades for long term assignments/projects and work turned in late are excluded from the 10 day posting requirement.) Grade Level Administrators will monitor PowerSchool to ensure timeliness of grade posting Principal -Folk Grade Level Clark, Bell Grade book data in Power School. Evidence of communication between teachers and parents, allowing more proactive engagement. Reduced failure rates due to increased number of assessments allowing students to show evidence of mastery $0.00 Administrative Team Instructional Team Teaching Faculty Counselors August 2014 – June 2015 Alexander Graham Middle School – 600-399 Waiver Requests