RBES School Improvement Plan for 2016-2017 · RBES School Improvement Plan for 2016-2017 3 Graduation Rate Predictor: % of 3-5 students' assessments scoring at Proficient or Distinguished

RBES School Improvement Plan for 2016-2017

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Strategic Goal Area

Performance Objectives

Performance Measures Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible

Start and End Date

Resources Needed

Measures Targets

Strategic Goal Area I: Teaching and Learning

I. Prepare students for college and career success

Graduation Rate: All students % graduating

2015: 92% 2016: 95% 2017: 96%

College and Career success

Achievement Data Disaggregation Data Team Process for planning instruction Career Lessons Provide Advanced Content classes for eligible 4th and 5th grade students in the areas of Reading, ELA, and Math

Teachers Counselors Administrators

2015-2017 System Test Coordinator Support Data Team meetings Counselor Gifted certified teachers Gifted Coordinator Support


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I. Prepare students for college and career success

Increase opportunities for student learning in math, science and technology Ongoing STEM/STEAM training for teachers ROCKETS’ Way Character and Leadership Development implementation Explicit Vocabulary instruction and use of Tiered vocabulary lists

Graduation Rate: Hispanic students % graduating

2015: 80% 2016: 88% 2017: 89%

PL funds for STEM Forum registration and STEM training 11 Principles Training National Character Forum – Promising Practice winners

Graduation Rate: ED students % graduating

2015: 80% 2016: 82% 2017: 84%

Graduation Rate: SWD (FY ’13: 64.4) % graduating

2015: 66% 2016: 81% 2017: 82%


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Graduation Rate Predictor: % of 3-5 students' assessments scoring at Proficient or Distinguished Learner on Georgia Milestones EOGs

TBD

Implementation of CGI, Conceptual Math instruction, Lucy Calkins Writing, Mentor Sentences, STEM challenge integration, and Daily 5 Reading 3D Science and Project learning training IXL computer program for 4th and 5th grade RAZ Kids, Reading A to Z, Headsprouts

Principal Teachers Staff

2015-2017 GYSTC personnel Instructional Technology State STEM resources STEM conference Meetings with all staff Funds for computer program accounts


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II. Increase student achievement

3rd Grade Writing Milestones Narrative Response: % scoring 3 or 4 points 2016: 12 2017: 29

3rd Grade Writing Milestones Narrative Response: % scoring 3 or 4 points 2016: 12 2017: 29

Rigorous Curriculum Design

Implementation of Lucy Calkins Writing Units

Teachers 2015-2017 LC Training Unit materials Writing paper Administrative feedback

4th Grade Writing Milestones Language and Conventions: % scoring 3 points 2016: 12 2017: 22

4th Grade Writing Milestones Language and Conventions: % scoring 3 points 2016: 12 2017: 22

Implementation of Mentor Sentences

Teachers 2016-2017 Mentor sentence training PL funds for visits to school with full implementation

Administrative feedback


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4th Grade Writing Narrative Milestones Response: % scoring 3 or 4 points 2016: 15 2017: 48

4th Grade Writing Narrative Milestones Response: % scoring 3 or 4 points 2016: 15 2017: 48



5th Grade Writing Milestones Narrative Response: % scoring 3 or 4 points 2016: 28 2017: 34

5th Grade Writing Milestones Narrative Response: % scoring 3 or 4 points 2016: 28 2017: 34



Lexile: % 3rd grade students achieving

2015: 85% 2016: 87%

Data use to inform

Explicit Vocabulary instruction and use

Teachers Media

2015-2017 Funds for professional


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CCRPI recommended level (650)

2017: 89% instruction

Literacy

of Tiered vocabulary lists Increased use of multi-leveled informational text Daily 5 Reading Headsprouts, Reading A to Z, RAZ Kids accounts

Specialist books Daily 5 training Funds to purchase of leveled texts and beyond Level 40 reading materials for Advanced Content classes Funds for computer program accounts

Lexile: % 4th Grade students achieving 750 Lexile Level

RBES: 2017 – 90%

Teachers Media Specialist

2015-2017

Lexile: % 5th grade students achieving CCRPI recommended level (850)

2015: 86% 2016: 89% 2017: 91%


2015-2017

Strategic Goal Area



Start and End Date

Resources Needed

II. Increase 3rd Grade ELA 2016: 66 Data use Explicit Vocabulary Teachers 2015-2017 PL funds, Title


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student achievement

Milestones: % proficient / distinguished

2017: 67 to inform instruction Literacy

instruction and use of Tiered vocabulary lists Increased of multi-leveled informational text Differentiation based on Data Team work Instructional Extension tutoring Implementation of Mentor text RTI process

Media Specialist Administrators

II-A funds

Funds for purchase of leveled text, mentor text, and computer support programs Data Team time and support RTI meeting time

3rd Grade At Risk ELA Milestones: % proficient / distinguished

2016: 40 2017: 43

Data use to inform instruction Literacy

2015-2017

Strategic Goal Area



Start and End Date

Resources Needed

3rd Grade At Risk 2016: 42 Data Use Data Teams Administrators 2016-2017 Data team


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Math Milestones: % proficient / distinguished

2017: 45 to inform instruction

RTI process Instructional Extension tutoring IXL (4th) Khan Academy

Teachers ESOL teacher

meeting time RTI meetings Data analysis support Training for use of NWEA Learning Continuum Instructional Extension funds

RESA class for Numbers and Operations Funds for computer program accounts

4th Grade Math: % proficient / distinguished

2016: 72 2017: 74

Strategic Goal

II. Increase student

5th Grade ELA Milestones: % proficient /

2016: 68 2017: 71

Data use to inform instruction

Explicit Vocabulary instruction and use of Tiered


2015-2017 Data team meeting time


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Area I: Teaching and Learning

achievement

distinguished Literacy vocabulary lists Increased of multi-leveled informational text Advanced Content Class Data Teams Daily 5 Reading IXL Implementation of Mentor Sentences

Administrators RTI meeting time Funds for computer program accounts

Strategic Goal

5th Grade Math Milestones: % proficient /

2016: 68 2017: 68


Data Teams RTI process

Teachers Administrators

2015-2017 RESA class for Numbers and Operations


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distinguished Instructional Extension tutoring Advanced Content class IXL Khan Academy

Training for use of NWEA Learning Continuum RTI and Data Team meeting time

ESOL Program: % of Elementary English Learners with positive movement from one Performance Band to a higher Performance Band as measured by the ACCESS for ELLs

2015: 78% 2016: 80% 2017: 82%

Leveled Text Individualized instruction Tutoring

ESOL teacher Teachers

2015-2017 Teacher allotment Instructional Extension Funds for purchase of variety of text

Strategic Goal


2nd Grade Math MAP: % of students meeting

2015: 78% 2016: 79% 2017: 51%


Provide differentiated instruction to

Teachers 2015-2017 Time for Data Teams to meet


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growth projection meet the needs of all students Cognitively Guided Instruction Khan Academy

Purchase of books RESA CGI training

3rd Grade Math MAP: % of students meeting growth projection

2015: 79% 2016: 80% 2017: 52%


Provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all students Khan Academy

Teachers 2015-2016 Time for Data Teams to meet Training for use of NWEA Learning Continuum


2nd Grade Reading MAP: % of students meeting growth

2015: 68.1% 2016: 70% 2017: 50%


Daily 5 Differentiated instruction based

Teachers

2015-2017

Time for Data Team to meet Learning


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projection

on Data Team work Headsprouts, Reading A to Z, RAZ Kids IXL Explicit Vocabulary instruction and use of Tiered vocabulary lists Tutoring and small group work in addition to reading class

Continuum usage training – Consultant Thomas VanSoelen – 1 day - $1080 Funds to purchase leveled text Instructional Extension funds Funds for computer program accounts


4th Grade Reading MAP: % of students meeting growth projection

2015: 69.3% 2016: 71% 2017: 50%

5th Grade Reading MAP: % of students meeting growth projection

2015: 72.3% 2016: 74% 2017: 59%

Strategic Goal Area



Start and End Date

Resources Needed

Measures Targets


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III. Provide high quality professional learning, monitoring and support

Number of gifted endorsed teachers

System: 2015: 172 2016: 182 2017: 192

Job embedded professional learning

Provide professional learning for teachers on the following areas, as needed: ● Differentiated Instruction ● Instructional Technology ● Gifted endorsement (2)

Principal 2015-2017 PL funds, Title II-A funds

Number of ESOL Endorsed Teachers

2015: 48 2016: 51 2017: 70

Identify participants for ESOL cohort (2)

Principal 2015-2017 PL funds, Title II-A funds

Increase number of Math/Science certified (either P-5 endorsement or 4-8 test passed)

Highly Qualified Staff STEAM

Science Endorsement classes for interested teachers Use hiring practices to increase the percentage of staff with Math or Science endorsements

Administrators 2015-2017 Reimbursement funds for those who pass test Study Materials Title IIA funds

Strategic Goal Area



Start and End Date

Resources Needed


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Measures Targets

Strategic Goal Area II: Stakeholder Engagement

I. Develop effective processes and communicate them clearly

Maintain SACS accreditation: yes or no

2015: Yes 2016: Yes 2017: Yes

SACS accreditation

Annually conduct review of School Improvement Plan for alignment with system expectations

Team Leaders 2015-2017 Strategic Plan Team Leader meeting time

II. Pursue meaningful business relationships

Amount of money and in-kind donation

2015: Establish Baseline 2016: TBD 2017: TBD

Promoting student success through business partnerships

Include Partners in Education and PTO in projects DA$H sponsorship program

Administrators 2016-2017 Postage Electronic communication systems

Number of contact hours with students provided by businesses (leadership opportunities, internships, service opportunities, job shadowing, career

2015: Establish baseline 2016: TBD 2017: TBD

World of Work speakers STEAM challenges with real-world connections

Team Leaders Teacher Administrators

2015-2017 DA$H Partnerships Volunteer Training


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speakers) Strategic Goal Area



Start and End Date

Resources Needed

Measures Targets

Strategic Goal Area II: Stakeholder Engagement

III. Pursue meaningful higher education relationships

Number of students participating in research and/or learning at higher ed institutions

2015: Establish baseline 2016: TBD 2017: TBD

Promoting student success through higher education partnerships

Develop partnerships with higher education institutions to provide professional learning support for teachers and learning opportunities for students (Robotics, Gardening, Careers, etc.)

Teachers Administrators

2016-2017 Higher Ed connections


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Strategic Goal Area



Start and End Date

Resources Needed

Strategic Goal Area III: Human Resources

I. Acquire excellent people for all positions

All teachers and paraprofessionals are highly qualified as required and defined by law

2015: 100% 2016: 100% 2017: 100%

Hiring and maintaining highly qualified teachers and paraprofessionals

Work with HR office to check certification status before hiring

Principal 2015-2017 Human Resources Applitrack system PSC resources

II. Identify and retain high-performing faculty and staff

All employees evaluated under Teacher Keys or Leader Keys are provided an orientation by their principals: yes or no

2015: Yes 2016: Yes 2017: Yes

Teacher Effectiveness Evaluation System implementation

Orientation to Teacher Keys is provided during preplanning

Administrators 2015-2017 TKES resources Technology Support


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Strategic Goal Area



Start and End Date

Resources Needed

Strategic Goal Area IV: Operations and Student Services

Metrics & Measures

Targets

I. Ensure effective and efficient operational processes

Energy consumption per square foot: reduce by 5% annually: yes or no

2015: Yes 2016: Yes 2017: Yes

Operations and student services will examine all operational processes to ensure effectiveness and efficiency for Oconee County Schools (OCS) students

Increase occupancy (motion) sensors district wide, sensors will turn on/off light and heat based upon whether or not there are people in the room

Chief Operations Officer All staff

2015-2017 ELOST IV, Maintenance & Operations Budget

II. Ensure Safe and Healthy Environments for Students and Staff

100% of schools earn 95 or better on Health Inspection Report

2015: Yes 2016: Yes 2017: Yes

Operations and student services will implement processes to ensure a safe environment

Meet all Health inspection requirements for safe food distribution

Cafeteria Staff Custodial Staff

2015-2016 Staff, stakeholders, safety plans


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Strategic Goal Area IV: Operations and Student Services

II. Ensure Safe and Healthy Environments for Students and Staff

for all students and staff

100% of schools earn 90% or better on monthly school level custodial evaluations

2015: Yes 2016: Yes 2017: Yes

Follow cleaning and maintenance protocols

Custodial Staff 2015-2017 System support for materials, equipment, and training

100% of all schools will participate in emergency drills: yes or no

2015: Yes 2016: Yes 2017: Yes

Conduct monthly fire drill

Principal Staff

2015-2017 Fire drill plan

Conduct severe weather drills

Student Services Director, Principal, Staff

2015-2017 Dates, school severe weather plans


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Conduct transportation safety drills, emergency evacuation and preparedness at least once a year

Student Services Director, Transportation Director, Principals, Staff

2015-2017 Dates, school plans

Conduct emergency lockdown drill twice a year

Student Services Director, Principal, Staff

2015-2017 Dates for help from Student Services Oconee Sheriff’s Department partnership


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Strategic Goal Area



Start and End Date

Resources Needed

Strategic Goal Area V: Business Services

Measures Targets

I. Ensure effective and efficient financial practices

Timely and unqualified audits

2015: Yes 2016: Yes 2017: Yes

Ensure effective and efficient financial processes through professional development for all Business Services staff and local school bookkeepers

Regularly scheduled bookkeeper meetings

Chief Financial Officer Bookkeeper

2015-2017 Staff

II. Develop a Principals and 2015: Yes Review of Administrators 2015-2017 Allotments


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collaborative district budgeting process

department managers have a clear understanding of the budget and staffing formulas: yes or no

2016: Yes 2017: Yes

budgets Questions submitted to Business Services office

Documents

RBES School Improvement Plan for 2016-2017 · RBES School Improvement Plan for 2016-2017 3 Graduation Rate Predictor: % of 3-5 students' assessments scoring at Proficient or Distinguished