Curriculum Coordinators Handbook 2011-12

Curriculum Coordinator

Handbook

2011 – 2012

St. Joseph School District: Educating Each Child for Success

Published by the

Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents .............................................................................................................3

Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department Directors ....................................5

2011-12 Board of Education C, I, & A Committee .........................................................6

Curriculum Council Members .........................................................................................6

Curriculum Coordinator Job Description.........................................................................7

2011-12 Curriculum Council Meeting Schedule .............................................................8

Curriculum Revision/Textbook Adoption Schedule ........................................................9

Curriculum Revision/Approval Process ..........................................................................11

Board CIA Committee Initial Questions..........................................................................12

Board CIA Committee Presentation Requirements .........................................................13

Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................14

Appendices

SJSD Online Curriculum Checklist .................................................................................17

Item of Information ..........................................................................................................18

Item for Consideration .....................................................................................................19

Budget Request Form ......................................................................................................20

Department Improvement Plan ........................................................................................21

Title II Request Form (Eisenhower Form).......................................................................25

Title II Evaluation Form ..................................................................................................27

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Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department

Associate Superintendent and

Director of Curriculum and Instruction

Cheri Patterson

Assistant Directors of Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment

Elementary Education Secondary Education

Brian Shindorf Dr. Jaime Dial

Assessment and Program Evaluation, K-12

Dr. Laura Nelson

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2011-12 Board of Education

Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Committee

Chairman

Diane Watson

Committee Members

Dan Colgan Brad Haggard

Curriculum Council Members

Business/Marketing David Jordan

Communication Arts Tori Grable

Early Childhood Tammy Flowers

Elementary Shelley Nordquist

ESOL Gena Villegas

Family and Consumer Science Tracy Allen

Fine Arts K-6 Darren Verbick

Fine Arts 7-12 Kevin Griffin

Foreign Language

Gifted & Talented Kendra Nelson

Guidance and Counseling Cindy Crouse

Health/Physical Education K-6 Janet Moody

Health/Physical Education 7-12 Mike Buckler

Industrial Technology Ryan Stobaugh

Mathematics Angela Dorsey

RTI Coordinator Kerry Harvey

Science Jay Meyers

Social Studies Robert Nash

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Curriculum Coordinator Job Description

Job Goal: To help teachers translate curriculum and assessment goals and objectives into

meaningful learning experiences for each individual student in the district.

Performance Responsibilities: Curriculum and Assessment

Facilitate the development and design and implementation of curriculum, instruction,

and assessment ensuring the alignment to national/state standards

Be fiscally responsible, including being involved in budget decisions, ordering

materials, and inventory control

Evaluate content area curriculum using all available forms of data

Facilitate the development, design, and use of assessments as well as use the analysis

of results to drive instruction in the classroom.

Collaboration and communication with stakeholders

Collaborate and communicate with building staff and district administrators

Collaborate and communicate with other coordinators during and outside Curriculum

Advisory Team meetings

Assist district and building administrators in recruitment of qualified staff

Represent the content area with the Board of Education

Promote advocacy for department throughout community

Oversee student activities

Professional Development

Direct, develop, and design meaningful on-going professional development in their

content area

Attend content area workshops, conferences, meetings as a representative of the SJSD

and in order to stay abreast of new developments in their content area.

Participate in SJSD training related to the position of coordinator

In addition to these duties, the job of the coordinator may also include other duties as assigned by

the Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Division and may fall outside of the contract day.

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Curriculum Council Meeting Schedule

2011 - 2012

Date Location Time

September 28

BOE Conference Room

1:30-3:30

October 26

Webster PD Room

1:30-3:30

November 21

Webster PD Room

1:30-3:30

December 5

Webster PD Room

1:30-3:30

January 25

Webster PD Room

1:30-3:30

February 14

Webster PD Room

1:30-3:30

March 21

Webster PD Room

1:30-3:30

April 11

Webster PD Room

1:30-3:30

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Curriculum Revision/Textbook Adoption Schedule

Course/texts/resources Year Last Adoption

Technology and

Support Materials

K-12 Health 2011-12 2003-04

K-12 Music 2011-12 2004-05

K-12 Mathematics 2011-12 2004-05 writing curriculum

PE K-12 2011-12 2004

ACT Prep 2011-12 2005-06

Add'l texts re class enrollments

Freeze on Textbook Purchasing

K-12 Science 2012-13 2005-06 writing curriculum

K-12 Mathematics 2012-13 2004-05


K-12 Science 2013-14 2005-06

Gifted K-12 2013-14 2005-06


Social Studies K-12 2014-15 2006-07 writing curriculum

Foreign Language 7-12 2014-15 2006-07

K-12 Art 2014-15 2006-07


Social Studies K-12 2015-16 2006-07

CA K-12 (including journalism) 2015-16 2008-09 writing curriculum


CA K-12 2016-17 2008-09

Family Foods/Nutrition 2016-17 2007-08

World Foods 2016-17 2007-08

Computer Apps II 2016-17 2007-08

Child Adult Teen 2016-17 2007-08

Child Development 2016-17 2007-08

Cadet Training 2016-17 2007-08

Career Pathways 2016-17 2007-08

Business Law 2016-17 2007-08

Business Math 2016-17 2007-08

Oral Interpretation 2016-17 2007-08

Comp. Drama 2016-17 2007-08

Debate & Speech 2016-17 2007-08

MS Speech 2016-17 2007-08

Theater 2016-17 2007-08

Stagecraft 2016-17 2007-08

Metals I & II 2016-17 2007-08

Woodworking I & II 2016-17 2007-08

Video Sp Production 2016-17 2007-08

Personal Finance 2016-17 2007-08

Consumerism 2016-17 2007-08

Accounting I & II 2016-17 2007-08


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Curriculum Revision/Textbook Adoption Schedule (Continued)

Course/texts/resources Year Last Adoption

Technology andSupport

Materials

International Business 2017-18 2008-09

Computer Apps & Keyboarding 2017-18 2006-07

Web Design 2017-18 2008-09

E-Business 2017-18 2008-09

Family Living 2017-18 2008-09

Career & Family Leadership 2017-18 2008-09

Fashion & Fabrics I & II 2017-18 2006-07

Digital Communications 2017-18 2008-09

Marketing I & II 2017-18 2008-09

Marketing Internship I & II 2017-18 2008-09

Housing & Interior Design 2017-18 2008-09

Home Maintenance 2017-18 2008-09

Power Mechanics 2017-18 2008-09

Audio-Video Editing 2017-18 2008-09

Guidance & Counseling 2017-18 2009-10


K-12 Mathematics 2018-19 2011-12 writing curriculum

Preschool 2018-19 2010-11


K-12 Health 2019-20 2011-12

K-12 Music 2019-20 2011-12

K-12 Mathematics 2019-20 2011-12 2020-21

PE K-12 2019-20 2011-12

ACT Prep 2019-20 2011-12


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Curriculum Revision/Textbook Adoption Schedule

Curriculum Revision/Approval Process

WHO INITIATES

Teachers, State Mandate, Students, Parents Advisory Committee,

Board of Education, Coordinating Board of Higher Education,

Community Advisory Council, Administration, Coordinators

CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION, AND ASSESSMENT

DIVISION

(Director of CIA, Assistant Directors of Elementary and

Secondary Education, Curriculum Coordinator)

RESEARCH

(Course Initiator and Curriculum Coordinator)

Results from Data Consult and Needs Assessment, Rationale, Projected

Population, Support from other groups, Value to students, Required/Elective,

Cost (curriculum development, personnel, materials, etc.), Effect on other

disciplines, Supportive research or information, Impact on College/Tech Bound

REVIEW OF PROPOSAL

Curriculum Coordinator to Departmental Staff

Feasibility, Staffing, Finance, Schedules, Facilities

Visit with Board C, I, and A Committee

PRESENTATION TO CURRICULUM COUNCIL

Curriculum Coordinator presents Item of Information

Council votes on proposal if new course

NOT APPROVED

Proposal can be appealed to

CIA Division

IF APPROVED

Coordinator forms Writing

Team to produce online

guide

Curriculum Guide and

Textbook selection proceeds

through design process to

achieve BOE approval

When completed:

CAT Assigned

Curriculum Guide and Textbook Selection proceeds to

CATBoard CIA

IF APPROVED

Curriculum and Textbook selection moves to full BOE for approval

Item for Consideration to BOE Secretary

Resource orders

due to CIA

office

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Board Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Committee

Initial Curriculum Writing Questions

Coordinator addressed questions:

1. What course is being revised?

2. Why is the course being revised?

3. What is unique about this course?

4. Why would a student want to take this course?

5. What is the philosophy of the department?

6. How will the curriculum team be assembled?

7. How will technology be integrated within the course?

8. How will the course align with local, state, and national standards?

9. What types of activities and resources are necessary for full implementation of the

course?

Board addressed questions:

1. What do you see as important to the revision of this course?

2. How do you see students being actively involved in this course?

3. What should be the appeal of this course to upper level students?

4. How should this course engage lower level students?

5. How do you see this course preparing our students to be productive members of the

community?

6. How does the board see the role of this course preparing students for life after k-12

schooling?

7. How do you believe the community will respond to this course?

8. What do you believe should be the role of technology with this course?

9. What types of post secondary career opportunities are available in our area relative to

this course?

10. How do you see this course meeting the needs of diverse background students?

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Board Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Committee Presentation Requirements

The Board Members Want to Know…

1. How is the new curriculum different from the one in place?

2. Name the WOW of the new curriculum.

3. Why would anyone want to take this course? (If an elective)

4. If the course was not required, why would someone want to take it?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. In what format must a curriculum guide be written?

A. There is an Excel template which must be used when writing curriculum. Please contact

Rusty Schneeflock to secure the electronic template.

Q. What if I have items that don’t fit the Excel parameters?

A. Any attachments that you might wish to add to your curriculum guide must be in PDF

format. Links can be established for some items, ie. PowerPoint presentations or web

addresses. Please contact TMC for additional information.

Q. I have specific hardware and software purchases I want to make that will enhance my

new curriculum. What should I do?

A. All hardware and software purchases must first go through Rusty Schneeflock, who will

review all materials to ensure it is compatible with district hardware/software. He will

then contact the C, I, and A Division for their approval before proceeding to Rick

Hartigan for budget consideration. The Technology Budget is determined before January

1, so all hardware/software needs must be communicated with Rusty well in advance of

this date.

Q. When do I submit my budget requests for the next year?

A. All budget requests are due to the C, I, and A Division by March 1. Forms are in this

handbook as well as electronically by request (Rhonda Hoselton).

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Appendices

SJSD On-line Curriculum Checklist ..................................................................................17

Used to insure all components are included in the curricula

Item of Information .............................................................................................................18

Used to introduce projected curricula adoption to Curriculum Council

Item for Consideration ........................................................................................................19

Used to recommend curricula adoption to Board of Education

Budget Request Form ..........................................................................................................20

Used to request funds from Curriculum Department – due by March 1 each year

Department Improvement Plan Form ...............................................................................21

Used to coordinate professional development and plan of work – due by April 1

Title II Request Form ..........................................................................................................24

Used to request Title funds from Curriculum Department for professional development

Title II Evaluation Form .....................................................................................................26

To be turned in to Curriculum Department after professional development completed

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SJSD Online Curriculum Checklist ( X - Check When Complete )

Course: *Website

Location

Coordinator

Approval

Reviewer

Approval Comments

A. General

1. Executive Summary

Attachment 1

2. Subject Area Goals for Graduates

3. Courses Offered K-12 (list or flowchart)

4. Philosophy/Rationale

5. Writing Team with Community / Student

6. Implementation Plan

B. Course Specific

1. Course Description

2. Prerequisites

3. Course Text Resources

4. SOS (Scope on Sequence / Curriculum

Map) SOS Attachment

5. Cross Referencing Chart to Show-Me

Standards Attachment 2

6. State / National Standards Attachment 3

7. As needed Attachment 4

8. As needed Attachment 5

C. Curriculum Design

1. Measureable Objectives

2. Activities (Differentiated Instructional

Strategies)

3. Assessments (Variety including

Performance-Based and DOK)

4. Internal Alignment

(ObjectiveActivityAssessment)

5. Activities show Grade-Level

Articulation

D. References to Equity, Career Ed.,

Technology

1. Gender Fairness

2. Disabilities Fairness

3. Ethnicity

4. Technology

5. Career Education/Workplace Readiness

E. Other Details

1. Curriculum Approval Page

2. Revision Date

The components of this curriculum ARE / ARE NOT complete for CAT approval.

Date: _________________________ Reviewer:________________________________

This curriculum is approved for final publication. (Signed by Coordinator and Director.)

Content Coordinator: _____________________________ Date:__________________________

Curriculum Director: _____________________________ Date:_________________________ __

BOE C, I, A Committee Chair:______________________ Date:_________________________

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Board of Education Item of Information

Topic:

Background Information:

Administrative Recommendation:

Contact Person:

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Board of Education Item for Consideration

Topic:

Background Information:

Fiscal Note:

Administrative Recommendation:

Instructional Impact:

Contact Persons:

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Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment

Budget Requests

2011-2012

Discipline Level Description Code Ranking Cost

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Departmental Improvement Plan – Part A

Overview

Director ________________________

Department Leader Date

Describe the primary focus of the department’s improvement efforts for the current school year.

Describe the primary focus of the department’s improvement efforts for the upcoming school

year.

Describe parent involvement if applicable.

Describe recruitment and retention of high quality staff if applicable.

Describe impact of your department on student achievement.

Please attach an organizational flowchart of your department’s governance structure used to

write the Departmental Improvement Plan.

No.

DIP Measurable Objectives

One should impact student achievement

MSIP Standard

Correlation

Number(s)

of BOE Goal/Strategy

I

II

III

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SAMPLE Departmental Improvement Plan – Part B

Objectives – Strategies – Action Steps – PD Plan

Department: Health Services Updated for school year:

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DIP Objective (One objective per page.)

MSIP Standard

Correlation

Number(s)

of BOE Goals

Health services will maintain a priority for the nutritional

and physical health of children (found on page 6 of CSIP

booklet).

8.12

(Found in MSIP

4th

Cycle

Manual)

1.4.5

(Found in

CSIP Booklet

p. 6)

No.

Departmental Strategies

Funding

Source

Person

Responsible

Date to

Implement

Date to

Complete

Chosen by the department to meet

the objective.

Action Steps

Action Steps to

Implement Strategy:

Action

Step #

Funding

Source

Person

Responsible

Date to

Implement

Date to

Complete

Chosen by the department to meet

the strategy.

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Professional Development Plan PD Activities to Accomplish Strategies & Action Steps

Date Name of Activity Description Budget Projection

& Funding

Source

PD

Implementation

Evaluation

If applicable to

implement DIP

Leader’s Comments:

Director’s Signature: ______________________ Leader’s Signature: _________________________

Submitted to Superintendent’s Council: ________________________

Deadline April 1, 2011

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Title II Request Form

Eisenhower Form

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Evaluation for Title II Funds

School:

Please complete the evaluation form for each activity completed through Title II and return to the

Curriculum Department as soon as possible to complete the grants for this year.

Number of Activity Type (please refer to the activity number on the right hand corner of your

original application.) Activity #

Was this a building or district level activity:

Core subject areas:

Number of public participants:

Number of non-public participants:

By what specific measurable objective was this activity this evaluated?

Results:

Total number of participants for this activity:

Estimated number of students affected:

Documents

Curriculum Coordinators Handbook 2011-12