Espaola Public Schools

Data, EPSS and AdvancED NCA Accreditation 2014-2015

Board of Education Work Session Board Retreat April 18, 2015

Presented by: Myra L. MartinezAssociate Superintendent

Espaola Public Schools

School Data OverviewSchool Grade Report Card 2014

School Data OverviewEnrollment Comparison

School Data OverviewAdvancED / NCA Accreditation Summary: Opportunities for Improvement 5.3Professional and support staff are trained in the evaluation, interpretation, and use of data.1.1The school engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a school purpose for student success.1.3The schools leadership implements a continuous improvement process that provides clear direction for improving conditions that support student learning.Summary: Strengths to Build Upon2.4Leadership and staff foster a culture consistent with the schools purpose and direction.3.1Grading and reporting are based on clearly defined criteria that represent the attainment of content knowledge and skills and are consistent across grade levels and courses.5.1The school establishes and maintains a clearly defined and comprehensive student assessment system.4.3The school maintains facilities, services, and equipment to provide a safe, clean, and healthy environment for all students and staff.EPSS Educational Plan for Student SuccessTitleDescriptionSmarter Return on NM InvestmentAll New Mexico districts will align proven strategies for student success with expenditures in education.Ready for SuccessDistrict will be purchasing Renaissance to support the Reading and Math Programs. Individual Learner Profiles will be set up for each students to be analyzed during PLC meetings, staff meetings, and will be supported during in-service days. Rewarding Effective Educators and LeadersIdentify objective criteria that establish a multi-tiered evaluation based to include regular feedback to teachers and aligned professional development. Real Accountability, Real Results: A-F Real Accountability, Real Results: A-F School Grade Accountability System is a transparent school-grading system that allows parents, teachers, students, and the community to understand the quality of education in our classrooms, creating a culture of higher expectations and greater achievement.Within one year, the percentage of all students that are proficient or on track to proficiency (within 3 years) equals the Reading SGT of 56.7%.Within one year, the percentage of all students that are proficient or on track to proficiency (within 3 years) equals the Math SGT of 50%.Effective Options for ParentsOffering parents multiple educational opportunities for their children that meet their learning needs. EPSS 1. Smarter Return on NM InvestmentTitle Description 1Budgets Aligned with Proven Education ProgramsBudget aligned with proven educational programs that are research based and have evidence of increasing student achievement.2Increase the % of dollars to the classroomDescribe how budgets are focused on increasing the percent and dollars to the classroom. These increases are then used to implement proven strategies for student success.3Curriculum AlignmentThis is an on-going process towards the District's 1-5 Year Plan: Meetings will be held on a quarterly basis to reexamine the alignment between District curriculum and State Standards and Benchmarks. New alignments are being created to align to the Common Core Standards4Vertical and Horizontal AlignmentAlign the district curriculum within and across each grade5Treasures K-6th Core Language ArtsScientifically research-based print and technology materials that instruct, nurture, and challenge students to maximize their potential. Professional resources, designed to meet the needs of todays teachers, are up-to-date and easy-to-use.6Increasing Student AchievementThe district identifies programs that have been invested in for three years or more and have not produced commensurate increased student achievement.7Proven StrategiesThe district has purchased proven strategies, materials, and equipment to support student success. 8Funds for Students: Title VII, Impact Aid, Indian The district staff utilizes Title VII, Impact Aid, or Indian Set-Aside funds for students residing on Indian lands in the school district/charter school. 9Funds for Students: Collaboration with TribesThe district receiving Title VII, Impact Aid, or Indian Set-Aside funds collaborates with tribes to develop policies and procedures.10MEMThe district has implemented practices to reduce scale inefficiencies.11Budget Aligned with Proven Educational ProgramsDistrict will contract with CESDP to provide research-based educational programs/strategies to enhance the Reading/Literacy Program. 12Increase the Percentage of Dollars to the ClassroomEPS was successful in securing an additional $907,000 for the K-3+ Program for all 12 elementary sites.13Increasing Student AchievementData driven instruction has been implemented14Proven StrategiesThe District has purchased Renaissance to support the Math and Reading curriculumEPSS 2. Ready for SuccessTitle Description 1Common Core TransitionThe Common Core standards are a set of nationally-developed standards that are aligned with 21st century skills that students need in order to be college and career ready. Full implementation of the Common Core standards (CCS) means that teachers will be teaching towards a mastery of the standards, using materials aligned with the CCS, and that students will be assessed using tests fully aligned to the CCS. This transition includes providing teachers with professional development, and building school, district, and charter school capacity for computer-based assessments. Full implementation also includes implementing new state assessments based on the CCS.2NM Reads to Lead (K-3)The district provides a foundation in literacy in grades K-3 by participating in a statewide reading initiative to improve reading proficiency in the state and shall include the following: 1. Consistent assessment and evaluation of student reading levels; 2. Appropriate staff development to assist in the instruction of reading; 3. Extra time in the students day or year for implementation of reading programs; 4. Criteria for public schools to establish an individualized reading plan for students who fail to meet grade level reading proficiency standards.3Instructional CoachesWe hope to hire two additional coaches to be placed in our "D" Schools, in order to more effectively address the needs of these schools and directly impact achievement.4AVID ClassesWe will implement the Avid program at our schools. AVID's systemic approach is designed to support students and educators as they increase school wide/district wide learning and performance.5Child Find ProcessImplement the child find process that ensures identified children are evaluated within the 60 day timeline.6Response to InterventionAppropriate interventions will be targeted to all students using research-based strategies and differentiated instruction. 7Corrective Reading 3-6th Tier II InterventionA complete core program that uses: Two major strands and four instructional levels address a wide range of reading problems. The Decoding and Comprehension strands can be used separately as a supplemental reading intervention or combined for use as a comprehensive reading intervention program. Multiple points of entry and fast-cycle options appropriately address skill levels of students in Grades 4-Adult. Fully integrated assessments monitor progress and guide movement through the program8Strengthening the Schools Instructional ProgramAction Steps demonstrate that the districts plan for strengthening the schools instructional program(s) is: (1) based on student need(s) and (2) ensures that the instructional program(s) is research-based, rigorous, and aligned with state academic content standards for Q1 and Q3 students. 9Instructional TimeSupplemental instructional time is provided for students who are struggling (Q1). 10Closing the Achievement GapThe district works to assure growth for the lowest performing students (Q1).11School SafetyThe district establishes a school environment that (1) improves school safety and discipline, and (2) addresses other non-academic factors that impact student achievement, such as students social, emotional, and health needs. EPSS 3. Rewarding Effective Educators & LeadersTitle Description 1Professional DevelopmentThe district provides job-embedded, ongoing professional development informed by the teacher evaluation and support systems and tied to teacher and student needs. 2Training for New Mexico Teachers and LeadersIdentify training needs for New Mexico Teachers and Leaders3CCSSImplementation of commom core standards K-6.4Mentorship - New TeacherAll first year teachers, regardless of years of experience, will have a mentor provided to them by the district. Second year teachers, based on their need may have a mentor provided to them. New Teachers and their mentors will meet, at least 4 times per month, and once per month with the Director of Curriculum.5New Mexico PED Teacher EvaluationWe will be implementing the new teacher evaluation system6Ensuring that Teachers are EffectiveThe district ensures that teachers are effective and able to improve instruction by: (1) reviewing the quality of all staff and retaining only those who are determined to be effective and have the ability to be successful in the turnaround effort; (2) preventing ineffective teachers from transferring to struggling schools. 7Providing Strong LeadershipThe district provides strong leadership by: (1) reviewing the performance of the current principal; (2) either replacing the principal if such a change is necessary to ensure strong and effective leadership, or demonstrating to the State Education Agency (SEA) that the current principal has a track record in improving achievement and has the ability to lead the turnaround effort; and (3) providing the principal with operational flexibility in the areas of scheduling, staffing, curriculum and budget. EPSS 4. Real Accountability, Real Results (A-F)Title Description 1Accurate Data ReportingThe district staff uses data to inform instruction. 2Graduation and AttendanceThe expectation is that your school increase the percent of your successful 4-year graduates over time.3Improving School GrowthSchool growth compares students enrolled in the current year to students from prior years. 4Opportunity to LearnThe successful school invites students to be part of a thriving learning culture that uses proven teaching methods. A school's learning environment is reflected in a survey of classroom practices (OTL Survey) and in student attendance. The state standard goal for attendance (95%) can be surpassed by some schools. This results in schools earning additional points above the maximum possible points for Opportunity to Learn. Students are expected to graduate in 4 years. However some students require longer and are captured in 5-year and 6-year rates. Similar to School Growth, the expectation is that schools increase the percent of successful graduates over time.5Student and Parent EngagementThe district provides ongoing mechanisms for family and community engagement. 6Strengthening D and F SchoolsDistrict instructional Audit7Interim AssessmentsThe district identifies interim assessments used to gather data to inform instruction. 8Redesigning the School Day, Week or YearThe district is redesigning the school day, week, or year to include additional time for student learning and teacher collaboration.9College and Career ReadinessThe district is increasing participation rates in Advanced Placement (AP), dual credit, International Baccalaureate degree programs, and other college or career readiness initiatives.EPSS 5. Effective Options for ParentsTitle Description 1Dual EnrollmentTo increase the educational options and opportunities for high school students and increase the overall quality of instruction and learning available through secondary schools for New Mexico students. Dual credit programs allow students to earn credit at the secondary and postsecondary levels simultaneously.2Odysseyware/APEX /Edgenuity LearningCredit recovery and enrichment programs at the High School and Middle School to be used during the summer and during the regular school year.3District Parent Advisory CommitteeDistrict PAC are changing to Community, Parent, Staff & Student Committees (CPSSC) at the local school site and CPSS Coalition at the District level to ensure more participation and a stronger partnership between school, parents, community and students.4Web Based interventionsParents will have access to web based interventions via the internet so they can help their student at home.5Bilingual Institute /Family InstituteProfessional Development for both staff and parents.6BilingualAll district schools will have Spring and Fall multicultural parent and community involvement. (cultural fairs etc.) 7Parent InvolvementAll District schools will actively develop strategies, action plans and tasks to increase parental and family involvement.8Blended LearningThe district offers blended learning models and/or tools as options to enhance learning.9Personalized LearningComponents of personalized learning are being used.