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Artifact 4School Improvement PlanLiberty Elementary School
This artifact was developed by the School Improvement Team during Summer 2007 for the following school year 2007 – 2008.
My role in this project was participant in a group. I was an active participant in utilizing data to develop our SIP for the following year.
I received positive feedback regarding my participating. My administrator was very appreciative of all my efforts.
This project addresses the following Florida Educational Leadership Standards:
X Standard 1: Vision
The principal has a personal vision for the school and the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to develop, articulate and implement a shared vision that is supported by the larger organization and the school community.
Standard 2: Instructional Leadership
The principal promotes a positive learning culture, provides an effective instructional program and applies best practices to student learning, especially in the area of reading and other foundational skills.
Standard 3: Managing the Learning Environment
The principal manages the organization, operations, facilities and resources in ways that maximize the use of resources in an instructional organization and promotes a safe, efficient, legal, and effective learning environment.
Standard 4: Community and Stakeholder Partnerships
The principal collaborates with families, business, and community members, responds to diverse community interests and needs, works effectively within the larger organization and mobilizes community resources.
Standard 5: Decision Making Strategies
The principal plans effectively, uses critical thinking and problem solving techniques, and collects and analyzes data for continuous school improvement.
Standard 6: Diversity
The principal understands, responds to, and influences the personal, political, social, economic, legal, and cultural relationships in the classroom, the school, and the local community.
X Standard 7: Technology
The principal plans and implements the integration of technological and electronic tools in teaching, learning, management, research and communication responsibilities.
X Standard 8: Learning, Accountability, and Assessment
The principal monitors the success of all students in the learning environment, aligns the curriculum, instruction, and assessment process to promote effective student performance, and uses a variety of benchmarks, learning expectations, and feedback measures to ensure accountability for all participants engaged in the educational process
Standard 9: Human Resource Development
The principal recruits, selects, nurtures and where appropriate, retains effective personnel, develops mentor and partnership programs, and designs and implements comprehensive professional growth plans for all staff—paid and volunteer.
Standard 10: Ethical Leadership
The principal acts with integrity, fairness, and honesty in an ethical manner.
Reflective statement: A school improvement plan is such an important document to school funding. I was honored to be a part of the team. I learned a great deal about our school, my colleagues, and our school’s priorities. The skills I have acquired during my graduate studies contributed to my successful participation. Communication and collaboration are essential in developing such an important tool.
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Our Vision – Student Success!
2007 – 2008STUDENT SUCCESS! PLAN
FOR
Liberty Elementary
District Mission: We will provide an innovative educational environment that allows and inspires success for everyone
School Co-mission: The mission of Liberty Elementary School is to provide a safe, orderly, learning environment where the "Freedom to Learn Prevails" and to ensure that all strive for excellence.
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School District of Charlotte County2007 – 2008 STUDENT SUCCESS! PLAN
SSP Writing Team/ SAC Approval
Writing Team Members:NAME POSITION SIGNATURE
Angie Taillon Assistant Principal
Holly Vida ESE Teacher
Melissa Marlett ESE Liaison/Parent
Cynthia Chausse’ Guidance Counselor
Renee Wiley CRT
Denise Ziemak 3rd Grade Teacher
Becky Hazeltine Principal’s Secretary
Michael Hazeltine Parent
Lauren Shamus Writing Teacher
Grace Shepard K-Teacher/Parent
Heidi Keegan First Grade Teacher
Mary Ann Morehouse
Reading Teacher
Thomas Gifford Principal
Joella Moore SRO/ParentAdrienne McElroy
James Arthur
Third Grade Teacher
Fourth Grade TeacherPlan Submitted to SAC for Approval:
DATE RESULT
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(Please attach a copy of your SAC Roster)
SIGNATURES:
Principal Date
SAC Chair Date
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School District of Charlotte County2007 - 2008 STUDENT SUCCESS! PLAN
“Big Rock” Plan
“Big Rock” Strategy Name: Creating a Model School; “Expect More, Get More!”
Three to Five Year “End in Mind” Vision Statement:Using Daggett’s “Successful Schools: From Research to Action Plans” as a guide, Liberty Elementary School will create a culture that fosters characteristics of a research-based, highly effective, successful school by building character and competence. We will continue to strive to create a model school by focusing on the following actions:
Nurturing the development of strong, supportive leaders Mentoring students and teachers Creating a culture that supports change Setting high expectations that include a rigorous and relevant curriculum through
differentiated instruction Incorporating the United States’ 12 Guiding Principles to Exceptional Character into our
Positive Behavior Support Program to create a highly productive and safe learning environment
Monitoring student progress to ensure the needs of all students are met Increasing community involvement to improve student performance Encouraging and educating students, community, and staff to establish good health and
nutritional habits
Resources Needed to Realize Vision:Human Resources All staff members, parents, community members, SRO, LES students, CCPS
District Office staffPhysical Resources Printed materials, character education curricula, knowledge taxonomy,
tangible rewards, budgetTechnology Resources Larson’s Math, FCAT Explorer, Compass, Harcourt Brace Math Curriculum,
Performance Matters, Super Phonics, UBDs, United Streaming, LCD projectors, document cameras, Kaplan Achieve, Nettrekker, portable laptop lab, Mac and PC computer labs, teacher websites, STEM Lab, virtual safety classroom
Information Resources Daggett’s “Successful Schools: From Research to Action”, Florida DOE’s Leading Action Research in Schools, School Climate Survey, Kaplan Achieve, FCAT, DIBELS, FLKRS, STAR reports, Accelerated Reader reports, parent surveys, The Ultimate Question survey, CCPS’ Administrative Survey
Instructional Resources “7 Habits of Highly Effective Students” curriculum, Positive Behavior
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Support curriculum, United States’ 12 Guiding Principles of Exceptional Character, professional development, “Gold Seal Lessons” by Daggett, Kaplan Science Curriculum, Harcourt Brace Reading, Math and Science Curricula, Book Nook, LJ STEM Lab Curriculum
Partnerships New Hope Church, Red Lobster, Edgewater Church STAIR program, PTO, SAC, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, YMCA, Charlotte County Sheriff’s Department, CCPS, Domino’s Pizza, Chick-Fil-A, Papa John’s Pizza, Port Charlotte Elks Lodge, Charlotte County Public Library, Charlotte Community Mental Health, Nurturing Parents, Dad’s Tool Time, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Lexington Manor, Coca Cola, Taco Bell, Publix, Wal-Mart, Wendy’s
Fiscal Resources PTO, New Hope Church, CCPS, Federal and State Grants, Donations, School Improvement Funds, School Fund Raisers, AYP Plan, Principal’s Discretionary Fund
Alignment to District Goal(s):Success for All Optimal FacilitiesComprehensive Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment Diversity of WorkforceTechnical & Career Education LeadershipEffective Schools and Classes Compensation & BenefitsRecruitment, Support, and Retention Technology EquippedProfessional & Staff Development Effective CommunicationFiscal Responsibility Enhance RelationshipsBuild Partnerships
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School District of Charlotte County2007 - 2008 STUDENT SUCCESS! PLAN
Needs Assessment
Data Reviewed:
☻School Demographics (F/R Lunch, Minority, LEP, ESE)FCAT Scores (including disaggregated data)Florida Accountability School Grade ReportFlorida Accountability Return on Investment ReportNCLB Adequate Yearly Progress Report☻Florida Kindergarten Readiness Screening (FLKRS)☻Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS) Scores☻AGS GRADE & GMADE Scores/ Kaplan Achievement Scores☻Promotion RatesGraduation Rates☻Climate Survey☻School Discipline Data☻Parent Involvement Data☻School Environmental Safety and Incident Report (SESIR)☻Highly Qualified Teachers
Other: (please indicate)_______________________________________________________
Other: (please indicate)_______________________________________________________
Key Findings (include specific NCLB sub-group needs):
Will add when School Grade and AYP status is determined by state.
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School District of Charlotte County2007 - 2008 STUDENT SUCCESS! PLAN
Goals & Objectives
2007-08 Student Success Annual SMART Goals:Reading The percentage of students in grades 3-5 scoring proficient levels of 3, 4 or 5 on FCAT
Reading will increase by a total of 5%Writing 85% of students will score a proficient level of 3.5 or higher on FCAT Writing.Mathematics The percentage of students in grades 3-5 scoring proficient levels of 3, 4 or 5 on FCAT
Math will increase by a total of 5%Science The percentage of students in grade 5 scoring proficient levels of 3, 4, and 5 on FCAT
Science will increase by a total of 5%
2007-08 Objectives to implement “Big Rock” and meet Student Performance Targets:Objective (What) Strategy (How) Evidence of Completion
Nurturing the development of strong, supportive leaders
Offer teachers the opportunity to observe master teachers teaching
Implement a school-wide Action Plan initiative for professional development
Support in the completion of higher professional certificates and degrees
Offer teachers who are seeking Ed. Leadership Master’s Degrees to participate in activities that promote leadership skills
Encourage teachers to participate in CCPS’s CAPE program
Encourage staff to participate in Seven Habits and Speed of Trust workshops
Form a grant writing committee to secure more funding for special projects
Duty Leave Forms,Certification/Degree Completions, Inservice Logs,Completed Grants
Mentoring students and teachers
Support NET teachers’ growth by providing peer support with ongoing monitoring
Recommend National Board teachers assist fellow teachers with professional development
Partner with community organizations, parent volunteers, and teachers to mentor students
Encourage student-student mentoring Pair master teachers up with other teachers Offer in-house professional development
through school-wide Action Plan initiative Provide adult mentors for students needing
academic, emotional, and/or behavioral support
NET Portfolios,National Board Mentor Logs,Visitor Sign-in Sheets,Teacher Lesson Plans,Duty Leave Forms,Faculty Meeting Agendas,Professional Development Evaluation Forms
Creating a culture that supports change
Provide time and location for school-wide learning communities
Provide planning opportunities for grade level
Duty Leave Forms,Faculty Meeting Agendas,Grade Level Meeting
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teams during the school day Ensure that all Faculty Meetings include
sharing of Action Plans Provide professional development
opportunities for teams to build partnerships Provide a supportive atmosphere that promotes
team planning, brainstorming sessions and idea sharing
Decorate foyer, cafeteria and classroom hallways to promote positive student and school accomplishments
AgendasClimate Survey,Administrative Observations
Setting high expectations that include a rigorous and relevant curriculum through differentiated instruction
Include a technology training opportunities at Faculty Meetings
Set clearly defined expectations so that every staff member will support literacy (writing and reading) in every area
Have teachers focus on power standards which reflect the most essential learnings
Make Daggett’s Gold Seal Quadrant D lesson plans available to all teachers in grade level pods
Share Walk-Through data with teachers Encourage teachers to incorporate authentic
learning activities and assessments into their lessons
Faculty Meeting Agendas,Teacher Lesson Plans,DIBELS’ Reports, Kaplan Achieve Scores, FCAT Scores, FLKRS reports, DRA scores, Running Records,Classroom Walk-Through Data,Administration Observations, Higher Overall test scores,STAR Reading Test Reports
Incorporating the United States’ 12 Guiding Principles to Exceptional Character into our Positive Behavior Support Program to create a highly productive and safe learning environment
Core Team and PBS Team will meet to discuss how to implement principles into PBS’ STAR expectations
Core team will present to PBS team and compromise how to implement
WLES will air the principles weekly to introduce and review with students
Posters will be hung in cafeteria and throughout the school
Principles will be promoted in school newsletters
Principles will be placed on marquee outside, publicizing with “word of the month”
PBS Meeting Agendas, Less Discipline Referrals, SWIS Data, SASI Data,Newsletters,Posters,Marquee
Monitoring student progress to ensure the needs of all students are met
Use a 2nd grade teacher allocation to form a reading resource room
Utilize Performance Matters and/or Kaplan monitoring reports to analyze test scores
Provide substitutes for technology facilitators to allow time for teacher training and facilitation of report generation
Request that our PTO fund the salary of a paraprofessional to assist in our Freedom Reading Room
Have teachers continuously monitor the strengths and weaknesses of all students and develop strategies that are research-based to meet their individual needs
Have CRT meet with 3rd grade team to review portfolio progress monthly of at risk students
Freedom Reader Teacher will review teacher
Teacher Lesson Plans,Software Reports,Duty Leave FormsProgress Monitoring Reports, PMPs,IEPs,iii forms,Signed meeting agendas from Program Planner/Grade-Level meetings,A.R. bulletin board in cafeteria, Monthly A.R. recognition on WLES,Bi-monthly A.R. recognition in newsletter,Completed Communication
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DRA progress quarterly with first and second grade teachers whose students are receiving services
Create a School-Wide Communication Log for classroom teachers to utilize
CRT will meet monthly with grade levels to review iii forms
CRT will meet quarterly with all grade levels to review PMP progress
Add a Program planner for EH Tops Team Form a school wide A.R. Committee to
optimize communication opportunities regarding the program
Logs
Increase community involvement to improve student performance
Participate in CCPS’s “Be There Program” initiative
Grade levels will hold parent meetings at the beginning of the year to discuss academic and behavioral expectations
Family Involvement Committee will meet bi-monthly to implement strategies and set goals
Hold a minimum of three evening workshops for parents in various subject areas
Invite parents to our Annual Drop Everything And Read Picnic
Utilize NTI System and bi-monthly Newsletters to keep parents informed
Newsletters,NTI Log,Family Involvement Committee agendas,Evening workshop agendas, Teacher Websites,Grade-level Expectation Meeting agendas, Communication Logs,Visitor sign-in sheets,Parent conference forms,
Encourage and educate students, community, and staff to establish good health and nutrition habits
Disperse monthly Champ’s Café menu to parents
Publicize healthy foods on WLES Implement FL state statute of 150 minutes of
P.E. per week Include articles on health and fitness in our bi-
monthly newsletter Implement a Walking Trail Participate in the Exercise the Right to Read
Running Program by reading 26 minutes each day for 26 days and walking a mile each day for 26 days
Assign Student Recess Monitors to encourage students to be active during Recess/PE
Champ’s Café menus, Newsletters,Pledge forms from the Exercise the Right to Read Program,Creation of physical Walking TrailMaster Schedule
For each Sub-group that did not meet NCLB-AYP; For Students Scoring at Level 1 & 2 and the Lowest 25% on the FCAT /State Accountability System, Objectives for 2007-08:Sub-group Objective (include subject area)
Strategy (research-based) Progress Evaluation Indicators
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2008-09 “Big Rock” Objectives:Objective Strategy
Nurturing the development of strong, supportive leaders
Offer teachers the opportunity to observe master teachers teaching
Continue with school-wide Action Plan initiative for professional development
Support in the completion of higher professional certificates and degrees
Offer teachers who are seeking Ed. Leadership Master’s Degrees to participate in activities that promote leadership skills
Encourage teachers to participate in CCPS’s CAPE program
Encourage staff to participate in Seven Habits and Speed of Trust workshops
Duty Leave Forms,Certification/Degree Completions, Inservice Logs,Completed Grants
Mentoring students and teachers
Support NET teachers’ growth by providing peer support with ongoing monitoring
Recommend National Board teachers assist fellow teachers with professional development
Partner with community organizations, parent volunteers, and teachers to mentor students
Encourage student-student mentoring Pair master teachers up with other teachers Offer in-house professional development
through school-wide Action Plan initiative Provide adult mentors for students needing
academic, emotional, and/or behavioral support
NET Portfolios,National Board Mentor Logs,Visitor Sign-in Sheets,Teacher Lesson Plans,Duty Leave Forms,Faculty Meeting Agendas,Professional Development Evaluation Forms
Creating a culture that supports change
Provide time and location for school-wide learning communities
Provide planning opportunities for grade level teams during the school day
Ensure that all Faculty Meetings include sharing of Action Plans
Provide professional development opportunities for teams to build partnerships
Provide a supportive atmosphere that promotes team planning, brainstorming sessions and idea sharing
Decorate foyer, cafeteria and classroom hallways to promote positive student and school accomplishments
Duty Leave Forms,Faculty Meeting Agendas,Grade Level Meeting AgendasClimate Survey,Administrative Observations
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Setting high expectations that include a rigorous and relevant curriculum through differentiated instruction
Include a technology training opportunities at Faculty Meetings
Set clearly defined expectations so that every staff member will support literacy (writing and reading) in every area
Have teachers focus on power standards which reflect the most essential learnings
Share Walk-Through data with teachers Encourage teachers to incorporate authentic
learning activities and assessments into their lessons
Faculty Meeting Agendas,Teacher Lesson Plans,DIBELS’ Reports, Kaplan Achieve Scores, FCAT Scores, FLKRS reports, DRA scores, Running Records,Classroom Walk-Through Data,Administration Observations, Higher Overall test scores,STAR Reading Test Reports
Incorporating the United States’ 12 Guiding Principles to Exceptional Character into our Positive Behavior Support Program to create a highly productive and safe learning environment
WLES will air the principles weekly to introduce and review with students
Posters will be hung in cafeteria and throughout the school
Principles will be promoted in school newsletters
Principles will be placed on marquee outside, publicizing with “word of the month”
PBS Meeting Agendas, Less Discipline Referrals, SWIS Data, SASI Data,Newsletters,Posters,Marquee
Monitoring student progress to ensure the needs of all students are met
Use a 2nd grade teacher allocation to form a reading resource room
Utilize Performance Matters and/or Kaplan monitoring reports to analyze test scores
Provide substitutes for technology facilitators to allow time for teacher training and facilitation of report generation
Request that our PTO fund the salary of a paraprofessional to assist in our Freedom Reading Room
Have teachers continuously monitor the strengths and weaknesses of all students and develop strategies that are research-based to meet their individual needs
Have CRT meet with 3rd grade team to review portfolio progress monthly of at risk students
Freedom Reader Teacher will review teacher DRA progress quarterly with first and second grade teachers whose students are receiving services
Teachers will utilize a School-Wide Communication Log to communicate with parents
CRT will meet monthly with grade levels to review iii forms
CRT will meet quarterly with all grade levels to review PMP progress
Add a Program planner for EH Tops Team Form a school wide A.R. Committee to
optimize communication opportunities
Teacher Lesson Plans,Software Reports,Duty Leave FormsProgress Monitoring Reports, PMPs,IEPs,iii forms,Signed meeting agendas from Program Planner/Grade-Level meetings,A.R. bulletin board in cafeteria, Monthly A.R. recognition on WLES,Bi-monthly A.R. recognition in newsletter,Completed Communication Logs
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regarding the program Increase community
involvement to improve student performance
Participate in CCPS’s “Be There Program” initiative
Grade levels will hold parent meetings at the beginning of the year to discuss academic and behavioral expectations
Family Involvement Committee will meet bi-monthly to implement strategies and set goals
Hold a minimum of three evening workshops for parents in various subject areas
Invite parents to our Annual Drop Everything And Read Picnic
Utilize NTI System and bi-monthly Newsletters to keep parents informed
Newsletters,NTI Log,Family Involvement Committee agendas,Evening workshop agendas, Teacher Websites,Grade-level Expectation Meeting agendas, Communication Logs,Visitor sign-in sheets,Parent conference forms,
Encourage and educate students, community, and staff to establish good health and nutrition habits
Disperse monthly Champ’s Café menu to parents
Publicize healthy foods on WLES Include articles on health and fitness in our bi-
monthly newsletter Implement a Walking Trail Participate in the Exercise the Right to Read
Running Program by reading 26 minutes each day for 26 days and walking a mile each day for 26 days
Assign Student Recess Monitors to encourage students to be active during Recess/PE
Continue to develop more activities for the Walking Trail
Champ’s Café menus, Newsletters,Pledge forms from the Exercise the Right to Read Program,Creation of physical Walking TrailMaster Schedule
2009 – 2011 “Big Rock” Objectives:Objective Strategy
Encourage and educate students, community, and staff to establish good health and nutritional habits
Request new outdoor equipment Repave basketball court Add additional covered area Add additional outside facilities – water fountain, bathrooms Add outdoor track
Increase technology school-wide
Provide laptops and LCD projector, and document camera for every teacher after training, through grant writing, A+ money, PTO funds
Increase technology training Implement Electronic Report Cards
NCLB and State Compliance Areas to Address for 2007-08:Area Objective (What) Strategy (How) Indicators/MeasuresAcademic Progress Monitoring
Implement the district progress monitoring system
Administer Kaplan assessments and ensure all instructional staff are utilizing “Performance Matters”/Kaplan Reports
Student scores/ utilization reports of Performance Matters/Kaplan
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Complete analysis of FCAT scores by classroom and have teachers develop PDP goals to increase student achievement
Hold monthly Child Assistance Team grade-level meetings to discuss the progress of struggling learners and develop ongoing strategies to meet their needs
Grade level meetings to discuss the progress of struggling learners and develop ongoing strategies to meet their needs
Completed Progress Monitoring Forms on all students performing below grade level
PMPs IEPs Parent
Conference Forms
Grade-level Team Meeting Agendas
Extended Learning Opportunities for Struggling Learners
Provide remediation and enrichment opportunities for struggling learners
Offer before and after-school reading and math remediation
Most ESE students in grades 3 and 4 will receive education in the Least Restrictive Regular Education classroom
Certified teachers will be hired to offer additional support in classrooms
Teachers and administrators will have ongoing meetings to discuss CAT priorities and effective strategies to use with struggling
learners Teachers will meet with parents of
struggling students to discuss strategies that can be used at home as well as school to optimize learning
Teachers will continuously monitor the progress of struggling learners and adapt strategies when necessary
Use a 2nd grade teaching allocation to form a Reading Room to work with all 1st and below-level 2nd grade readers
Catch-Up Room will be established in a classroom/portable for students who are struggling behaviorally and academically
Increased levels of achievement in FCAT Reading, Math, Writing, and Science scores
Teachers’ Professional Development Plans
CAT paperwork Grade-level
Team Meeting agendas
School Safety/ Discipline
To decrease the amount of behavioral referrals to three a day
Continue with Positive Behavior Support Program
Offer ongoing support to PBS Committee members
Continue to post PBS expectations all around campus
Attend PBS Booster Meetings It will be highly recommended that
students wear closed toe, closed
Discipline referrals
SWIS Data SASI Data Communication
logs P.E. records Monthly
recognition of
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heel shoes Implement the United States’ 12
Guiding Principles
character ed characteristics
Technology Work with CCPS’s Technology Department to infuse technology throughout the school to optimize students’ authentic learning
Offer Computer Lab reading and math remediation to students in grades 3-5
Offer new computers to teachers who use technology on a daily basis in their classrooms.
Buy additional LCD projectors and document cameras for teachers who are using United Streaming and online resources in their lessons
Implement S.T.E.M. Lab for grades K-5
Computer Lab attendance sheets
Administrative Walk-Through Data
Purchase Orders Teachers’ Lesson
Plans Monthly PMP
reviews
Student Wellness (include parent awareness)
To promote fitness activities and to stimulate cognitive development and higher-level thinking skills in all students
Students will have 150 minutes of P.E. weekly which includes lessons on health and nutrition
Teachers will review the CCPS’s Wellness Policy with students and parents
Implement Brain Gym activities in PE classes
Administration, Ellen Harvey, and teachers will provide an arts-infused and Brain Gym after-school program every day for participating students of LEAP
Teachers’ Lesson Plans
Parent Verification Sign-Off Forms
Student Sign-Up Forms
Newsletter WLES LEAP student
sign-up sheet
Indoor Air Quality/ Physical Environment
Work with the CCPS Maintenance Department to ensure that our school has quality air and a safe physical environment
Replacement of chiller and accessories
Quick response time to concerns about air quality and physical environment, including the installation of data loggers as needed
Climate Surveys Parent Surveys Work order
spreadsheet
Continuous Improvement Model Implementation
Create Student Success Plan and implement research-based strategies to ensure student growth and success
Form a school-wide SSP Planning Committee and meet to form school goals and to develop action plans
Gather input from faculty and SAC members and make necessary modifications of SSP
Family Involvement Committee will hold academic workshops for families
SSP SAC Meeting
Agendas Faculty Meeting
Agendas Teacher Lesson
Plans
Parent Involvement & Empowerment
Increase the level of family involvement at our school by strengthening relationships with our families
Ask family members to complete a parent survey to share their opinions regarding the strengths and weaknesses of our school
Send a letter to families requesting their involvement in activities on campus
Make personal phone calls to
Completed Parent Surveys
Communication Log
Family Involvement Committee agendas
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families to request their help Continue to strive to increase the
level of participation in our SAC Continue to have a pre-school
Open House Have teachers contact
parents/guardians on a regular basis to discuss how each student in their class is doing
Family Involvement Committee will meet bi-monthly
Workshop sign-in sheets
Grade Level Expectation Meeting sign-in sheets
Open-House sign-in sheets
Visitor sign-in sheets
NTI messages Newsletters Classroom
Websites School Website CCPS Website
Highly Qualified Teachers, Administrators, and Paraprofessionals
To hire only highly qualified staff members
Interview highly qualified candidates for open positions
Continue to support those staff members who are not yet highly qualified
Utilize National Board Certified Teachers as mentors
Encourage teachers to seek National Board Certification
Degrees and Certifications
Job Applications National Board
Mentoring Logs
School District of Charlotte County2007 - 2008 STUDENT SUCCESS! PLAN
Professional Development Plan
Summary of Professional Development Objectives Targeting SSP Goals/Objectives and Individual Professional Development Plans (IPDPs):
1. Complete a matrix of Professional Development opportunities for all staff members and fulfill development needs so that all staff obtain needed skills in methodology and learn research-based strategies.
2. Continuously offer ongoing Professional Development opportunities that ensure a collaborative, team approach to gaining skills in methodology and best practices through action-research plan.
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3. Plan with individual teachers and focus on data-driven, skill-based planning for every student’s educational plan; recognizing learning modalities that vary in each child.
Summary of Research-Based Professional Development Delivery Strategies: 1. Analyze FLKRS, DIBELS, KAPLAN Achieve and FCAT scores and identify “islands of success” and ask
these master teachers and Nationally Board Certified teachers to train other teachers in their area of expertise.
2. Teachers will utilize Spalding Phonics, Guided Reading, 4 Blocks/Balanced Literacy, Harcourt Brace, Marzano strategies and new Social Studies/Science curricula to best meet the needs of all students, especially struggling learners.
3. Kaplan Science curriculum will be used in grade 5.4. Teachers will utilize Sunshine Math, Harcourt Math, and AIMs curricula to best meet the needs of all
students, especially struggling learners.5. Action Research plans will be developed collaboratively with the staff.
Summary of Research-Based Professional Development Follow-up Strategies: 1. Ask teachers to meet to do a follow-up on Guided Reading and Literacy Center Training and to share
collaboratively in Learning Communities.2. Reading Room teacher will meet with K-2 teachers to review the DRA testing implementation and execution
to ensure consistency of testing students.3. Our teachers will utilize CCPS’s Essential Learnings that include Power Standards and Pacing guides.4. Grade Level Teams will meet monthly to discuss successful strategies, student progress in literacy and math,
and Progress Monitoring Plan updates.5. Entire faculty will participate in Positive Behavior Support Booster Training and will be strongly
recommended to participate in “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” to ensure a highly productive learning environment.
Summary of Research-Based Professional Development Evaluation Strategies: 1. Ask teachers to meet to do a follow-up on Guided Reading, DRA, and Literacy Center Training and to share
collaboratively in Learning Communities.2. Faculty members will monitor the progress of students by analyzing Kindergarten assessment developed by
FLKRS, FLARE, DIBELS, Kaplan Achieve and FCAT Test scores, classroom assessments, STAR measurements, district science assessments, and practice FCAT writings.
3. Grade Level Teams will meet monthly to discuss successful strategies and student progress in literacy and math.
School Mentoring Plan:1. Support NET teachers’ growth by providing peer and administrative support2. Recommend National Board teachers assist fellow teachers with professional development3. Partner with community organizations, parent volunteers, teachers and support staff to mentor students4. Encourage student-student mentoring5. Pair master teachers up with teachers who seek or require additional mentoring6. Partner with Nurturing Dad’s Program and Parenting Program
School Professional Learning Communities Plan:1. Provide time and location for school-wide Learning Communities2. Ensure that all Faculty Meetings have an instructional component on each agenda3. Provide professional development opportunities for teams to build partnerships
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4. Provide a supportive atmosphere that promotes team planning, brainstorming sessions and idea sharing
School District of Charlotte County2007 - 2008 STUDENT SUCCESS! PLAN
BudgetArea Resources Funding Sources Total AmountResearch-Based Program(s) (instructional materials)
1. Teachers will utilize Spalding Phonics, Guided Reading, 4 Blocks/Balanced Literacy, Harcourt Brace Reading and Social Studies/Science curricula to best meet the needs of all students,
PTO Remediation Funds Project 102 CCPS Funds A+ Funds SIP Funds New Hope Church Technology Funds School Funds
$5,000 $2,000 $4,000 $5,000 $7,200 $7,000 $3,000 $2,000
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especially struggling learners.
2. Kaplan Science will be used in grade 5.
3. Teachers will utilize Sunshine Math, Harcourt Math, and AIMs curricula to best meet the needs of all students, especially struggling learners.
4. The 5th Grade Conversion Unit will utilize the Read 180 Program.
5. FCAT Explorer in grades 3-5, Larson’s Math in grades 2-5, and COMPASS in grades 1-5, and Accelerated Reader in grades K-5 will be used to support Core curriculum.
Textbook Funds $35,000
Research-Based Resource(s) (web-based, assessment tools, etc.)
1. FCAT Explorer in grades 3-5, Larson’s Math in grades 2-5, and COMPASS in grades 1-5, Accelerated Reading in grades K-5 will be used to support Core Curriculum.
Technology Funds CCPS Funds Project 102 PTO Remediation Funds Federal and State Grants
$3,000 $5,000 $1,000 $2,000 $5,000
Technology 1. One Mac Computer Lab, and one PC
Computer Lab2. Lap Tops3. LCD Projectors4. United Streaming
Technology Funds Capital Outlay Funds CCPS Funds
N/A $4,000 $5,000
Professional Development
1. Substitutes2. On-Site Master Teachers3. CCPS Curriculum and
Instructional Specialists
SIP Funds CCPS Funds
$4,000 $4,000 N/A
Other
Total: $103,000
2007 - 2008 STUDENT SUCCESS! PLANSite Partnership and Performance Council
Review and Monitoring Log
Event Date Recommendations InitialsInitial Review
Monitoring Review
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Monitoring Review
Monitoring Review
Monitoring Review
Monitoring Review
Monitoring Review
Monitoring Review
Monitoring Review
Final Review
Signed upon Completion:
Principal:_______________________________________________________ Date:_____________
CFEA Lead Representative: ______________________________________ Date: ____________
Please return this form to Professional Development Academy by June 30, 20082007 - 2008 STUDENT SUCCESS! PLAN
Mid-Year Progress Implementation Report (Due January 30, 2008)
SCHOOL:
Major Accomplishments to Date:
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Major Adjustments to 2007-08 SSP:
SIGNATURES:
Principal Date
SAC Chair Date
DISTRICT GOALS
Wildly Important Goal
Success for All: We will provide for the Success of each and every student by teachingreading as a foundation of learning.
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Supporting Goals
Comprehensive Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: We will provide a diverse, balanced,and challenging curriculum, employ high quality and innovative instructional strategies, andcontinuously monitor performance through a variety of assessment strategies
Technical and Career Education: We will expand career and technical education opportunities forall students.
Effective Schools and Classes: We will enhance the effectiveness of schools and classes tomaximize the learning experience and provide the safest possible environment.
Optimal Facilities: We will provide the highest quality facilities to meet student learning needs.
Recruitment, Support, and Retention: We will recruit, support, and seek to retain high qualitypersonnel.
Diversity of Workforce: We will honor and strengthen the diversity of our workforce.Compensation and Benefits: We will provide competitive compensation and benefits appropriateto retain and attract high quality employees.
Professional and Staff Development: We will provide continuous high quality professionaldevelopment to enhance the district workforce and enhance individual knowledge and skills.
Leadership: We will develop the leadership capacity of all staff and students to operationalizedistrict values.
Technology Equipped: We will infuse technology that increases the productivity of theorganization.
Effective Communication: We will improve the quality, integrity, and delivery of ourcommunication with internal and external stakeholders.
Fiscal Responsibility: We will utilize our fiscal resources responsibly to meet district needs.
Develop Partnerships: We will maximize student success through effective partnerships withbusinesses, community organizations, and individuals.
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Enhance Relationships: We will strengthen our relationships with parents and families to fosteran environment of involvement and collaboration.
PARTNERSHIP AND PERFORMANCE COUNCIL (PPC)
School Based PPC Committee membership
1. Membership on the School-Based Partnership Committeea. Teacher members of the committee shall be appointed by the CFEA president in
consultation with building administration and teachers at the school site with high school committees having six teacher members; middle schools having five teacher members, and elementary/special schools or centers having four teachers members of the committee.
b. Each committee shall have at least one administrative member.c. Vacancies shall be filled consistent with the original selection process.
School Based PPC Committee membership
ElementaryPrincipal - CFEA Representative (Determined by CFEA President)Principal’s designeeOne K-2 teacherOne 3-5 teacherOne ESE teacherOne specials area teacher
Middle SchoolPrincipal - CFEA Representative (Determined by CFEA President)Principal’s designeeFour core teacher*One ESE teacher*One exploratory teacher*
High Schools and AcademyPrincipal - CFEA Representative (Determined by CFEA President)Principal’s designeeFour core teacher*One ESE teacher*One elective teacher*
*Determined collaboratively by the principal and the CFEA designee
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STUDENT SUCCESS PLAN FLOWCHART
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Principal and appropriate committees complete data-based needs assessment
Principal organizes writing team: the team should be representative of the school community including SAC and PPC members
Writing team drafts plan with input from school committees including SAC and PPC.
Initial draft is submitted to PDA for review by June 30
District review team provides feedback and recommendations for changes.
Writing team makes modifications and submits final draft to SAC and PPC for approval/acceptance.
Upon SAC and PPC approval/acceptance, the Writing Team submits to the district for School Board approval by September 1.
Upon school board approval, the site PPC will continue monitoring the plan including recommendations for adjustments
Changes affecting major goals and/or budgeted items must be submitted to SAC for approval.
Principal, PPC, and SAC prepare mid-year report to district by January 30.
Principal, PPC, and SAC complete end-of-year evaluation by June 30. PPC log submitted to PDA by June 30.
