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COMPONENT 5

The School Improvement Plan And Process Evaluation

Component 5 - The School Improvement Plan and Process Evaluation

TEMPLATE 5.1: Process Evaluation

The following summary questions are related to Process. They are designed as a culminating activity for you to analyze the process used to develop the school improvement plan.

TEMPLATE 5.1: Process Evaluation (Rubric Indicator 5.1) Evidence of Collaborative Process What are our major strengths and how do we know?

The leadership of Northaven Elementary successfully establishes and communicates a shared purpose and focus for student achievement. All stakeholders, including support staff, teachers, students, parents, and community representatives are involved in the development and evaluation of the TSIPP document. This is evident in committee formations, leadership council members, and meeting minutes. The mission, vision, school focus, and AYP data is posted throughout the school. The vision statement is included in school publications. All stakeholders are notified of the school AYP status and priority goals. This is evidenced by the Title I annual meeting, principal newsletter, student handbook, school website, district publications, and news media. Evaluations and surveys are used to continually update stakeholder awareness and promote support for the goals of TSIPP. This opportunity for feedback increases communication with stakeholders and allows insight into the effectiveness of the school focus. Evidence of Alignment of Beliefs, Shared Vision, and Mission with GoalsWhat evidence do we have that shows our beliefs, shared vision and mission in Component 2 align with our goals in Component 4?

The leadership of Northaven Elementary successfully establishes and communicates a shared purpose and focus for student achievement. All stakeholders, including support staff, teachers, students, parents, and community representatives are involved in the development and evaluation of the TSIPP document. This is evident in committee formations, leadership council members, and meeting minutes. The mission, vision, school focus, and AYP data is posted throughout the school. The vision statement is included in school publications. All stakeholders are notified of the school AYP status and priority goals. This is evidenced by the Title I annual meeting, principal newsletter, student handbook, school website, district publications, and news media. Evaluations and surveys are used to continually update stakeholder awareness and promote support for the goals of TSIPP. This opportunity for feedback increases communication with stakeholders and allows insight into the effectiveness of the school focus..

Evidence of Alignment of Action Steps with Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment and OrganizationWhat evidence do we have that shows our action steps in Component 4 align with our analyses of the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment and organization in Component 3?

What evidence do we have that shows our action steps in Component 4 align with our analyses of the areas of curriculum, instruction, assessment and organization in Component 3? The action steps in Component Four are an outgrowth of the analysis of data from Component One. As shown in Component Four, Northaven Elementary desires to increase Reading/Language Arts, and Math scores. Research-based practices are used with new, effective strategies and tools. Word Wisdom is used in grades 3-5 to enhance student vocabulary, comprehension and fluency. Great Leaps is a strategy implemented in grades 1-5 to increase reading fluency. Word Walls and Larry Bell’s List of Twelve Words enhances vocabulary. DynaMath (upper grades) is used in the classrooms to reinforce mathematical skills. Students utilize the computer labs and laptops to access math tutorial and assessment, diagnostic programs (I-Staion, ThinkLink and Study Island). Teachers are encouraged to utilize classroom manipulatives. Differentiated instruction is used throughout the building by all classrooms to meet the needs of the students. As shown in Component Three, parental involvement is an area that Northaven Elementary wants to improve. Activities will be planned that will involve more parents in the learning process. Some of the activities planned are Reading Night, Math Night, Family/School/Community Night and Safety Night. A parent/child reading series titled “We Both Read” has been introduced to the families of Northaven Elementary. This program is designed to invite parents and children to share the reading experience together. Component One identifies the need to increase the fifth grade writing scores on the Tennessee Writing Assessment. Before and after school tutoring is used as a means to provide additional practice to those students who have been identified as Level I (below proficient). Teachers will produce weekly writing outcomes for each grade level focusing on specific skills in their writing process. This will be evident in their published work. In addition, teachers will also instruct every student while reading in a small group setting to address individual student needs. The Four Blocks Instructional Model will be used for grades K-5 daily to emphasize “drafting”, writing/revising/editing, and the publishing process. Professional Development activities and conferences will be made available for teachers to analyze and interpret writing rubrics. Suggestions for the ProcessWhat suggestions do we have for improving our planning process?

In order to improve the planning process, it was suggested that an informational meeting be held prior to the writing of the document. This meeting would help decrease the amount of times the document has to be revised. Moreover, quarterly meetings should be scheduled to allow for updates and additional information to be shared. In addition, another suggestions for improving our planning process was to be given extra time, such as in-service days, to implement the planning process.

Northaven Elementary School5157 North Circle Road

Memphis, TN 38127Phone: 901.353.8580Fax: 901.353.8586

STUDENT~ PARENT COMPACTThis school-parent compact is in effect during the school year 2011 – 2012.

Teacher Responsibilities As a teacher I will:

Provide an academic environment and instructional curriculum that supports students and learning.

Work appropriately with parents to create high instructional opportunities for students.

Hold parent-teacher conferences at least annually and at flexible times during which time the compact will be discussed as it relates to achievement.

Provide parents with frequent student progress reports. Schedule and coordinate opportunities for parents to volunteer, participate, and

observe activities in their child’s classroom. Be accessible to parents at flexible times in addition to scheduled parent

conference to discuss student progress.

Administrator Responsibilities As an administrator I will:

% • Make sure children have an academic environment and curriculum that supports % learning.

% • Ensure parents are aware of activities and events that take place at school.% • Participate in decisions related to the children’s learning.% • Make sure the academic needs of students are appropriately met.% • Serve as the lead instructional facilitator of learning.

Parent Responsibilities As a parent I will:

% • Make sure my child attends school each day and is on time.% • Ensure that my child does homework and turns it in.% • Monitor the amount of television my child watches and promote positive % use of time outside of school.% • Volunteer in my child’s classroom (at least twice a semester if possible) and % participate in decisions related to my child’s education.% • Read all notices from the school or the school district.

Student Responsibilities As a student I will:

Attend school every day and arrive on time. Behave positively and do my very best work. Show respect for others and myself. Spend time each day reading, studying and completing homework. Give all notices, information and paperwork to my parents or guardians. Believe that I can and will learn.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

I have received, understood, and agreed to the contents of this compact.

__________________________________________ ____________________________Student Name (Printed) Grade Level

__________________________________________ ____________________________Student Signature Date

__________________________________________ ____________________________Parent or Guardian Signature Date

__________________________________________ ____________________________Teacher Signature Date

__________________________________________ ____________________________Administrator Signature Date

Parent Involvement Policy

School: Northaven Elementary School Principal: Louis Padgett, IIITitle-I Facilitator: Elaine Raby Assigned Federal Specialist: Gina Bennett

Goal: Ensure that contents of policy are aligned with each state parent standard.Standard 1: Welcoming All Families

Families are active participants in the life of the school, and feel welcomed, valued, and connected to each other, to school staff, and to what students are learning and doing in class and school.

Parents play an important role in a child’s education. At Northaven Elementary School, we

strive to incorporate family and community into everyday school life. The involvement of

the family is crucial to the success of the student. We encourage parents to become an active

part in their child’s education. One way of doing this is through the Parent Involvement

Policy and the School-Parent Compact. The Parent Involvement Policy encourages active

participation by all parent-school stakeholders. The School-Parent Compact shows how

parents, students, and staff share the responsibility for improved student achievement and

how we can help our students meet the standards required by the district and the state.

Provide an annual Curriculum Night where parents will attend as a welcome to the

new school year. During this Curriculum Night parents will receive information

about expectations for the upcoming year.

Provide an annual Title 1 Meeting to present information to parents about being a

Title 1 School and what that means. We will also review the parent involvement plan,

policy, and compact.

During the school year parents will participate in the School Improvement Planning

meetings to solicit parent opinions regarding the school’s mission, vision, and goals.

Standard 2: Communicating

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Families and school staff engage in regular, meaningful communication about student learning.

A mobile marquee that can be located in front of the school informs parents and the general community of school functions.

Monthly calendars and newsletters are used to relay current and upcoming events and provide tips for helping children with the curriculum.

Reports are sent home every nine weeks.

Parents are encouraged to schedule time to volunteer in classrooms.

Parent surveys are used to solicit suggestions on improving the school.

Parents are contacted by phone regarding the positive and/or negative actions of their children.

Parents are contacted by phone to relay school closings and other important notices.

The school works with community based organizations and businesses that want to be involved in parent activities.

Various forms of communication will be sent home daily (k-2 conduct and progress reports), weekly (3-5) Tuesday Folders and at various other times during the year (Report Cards, newsletters, and websites). Newsletters and updates will be sent home in the parent’s native language.

During the school year parents will participate in School Improvement Planning Meetings. There will be an annual school improvement planning meeting open to parents to solicit their opinions regarding the school’s mission and vision.

The Shelby County Schools automatic phone response system will be used to inform parents of emergencies and announcements of upcoming events.

Parents will receive a Shelby County Schools handbook to keep them informed of their rights and of the school system policies.

Teachers will call parents frequently with positive as well as negative information regarding student progress. Teachers will keep logs of phone calls and make calls at regular intervals during the year.

Teachers will ensure parents have information on how to use the Parent Portal to access grades and have access to other instructional websites utilized by the school.

Teachers will use student Agenda Books as a primary means of communication. Lower School students will communicate regularly in their folders.

Teachers will send Notes Home to communicate negative as well as positive behavioral information.

Standard 3: Supporting Student SuccessFamilies and school staff continuously work together to support students’ learning and healthy development both at home and at school, and have regular opportunities to strengthen their knowledge and skills to do so effectively.

Conduct an annual Title 1 meeting with parents at the beginning of each year to inform parents about Title 1 and their rights under the No Child Left Behind Act.

Conduct an annual meeting for the purpose of discussing the school’s participation in Title 1 programs such as the Free and Reduced Lunch program, Homeless Education, English as a Second Language, and the rights of parents to be involved in those programs.

Provide multiple opportunities for parents to provide input for developing and revising policies relating to parent involvement, including the use of school and district level Parent Involvement funds and on policies at the school level.

Conduct with the involvement of parents, an annual evaluation of the content and effectiveness of the school parent involvement policy and the district parent involvement policy, including identification of barriers to greater participation by parents of diverse backgrounds. Such findings will be used to design more effective strategies for parent involvement.

Provide technical assistance and coordination with schools to support the schools in establishing effective parental involvement activities to improve student academic achievement and school performance.

Monthly a selected grade level will participate in a Lunch and Learn or an Evening Academic experience for parents. During these sessions parents will receive handouts of grade appropriate learning skills and the Title 1 Facilitator will make a presentation with light refreshments provided.

There will be a mathematics, computer, and reading night on two different nights. During this time parents and children will play math and reading games to increase student parent interactions, parental involvement and to increase parent and student academic knowledge.

Student friendly speakers will be invited for programs and activities that students might be interested in. These speakers will present activities, assemblies, and enrichment for students.

Students and parents will have access to Discovery Education Learning, so they can support student practice. Teachers will send passwords homes.

Parents will be invited to the school to participate in individual tutoring sessions. These sessions will be one-on-one to expose parents to skills students are practicing and need to understand and master.

Parents will participate in workshops conducted by the guidance counselor, behavior specialist, and facilitator on providing necessary support for students at home.

Standard 4: Speaking Up for Every ChildFamilies are informed and enabled to be advocates for their own and other children, to ensure that students are treated fairly and have access to learning opportunities that will support their success.

All parents have access to many types and levels of involvement, with no person excluded based on race, religion, creed, gender, socio-economic status, physical impairment, or age.

Offer a flexible number of meetings in order to include as many parents as possible, including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends.

Provide multiple opportunities for parents to voice concerns and make suggestions related to the school and district improvement plan strategies. The school and district can consider this input for needed improvements. Opportunities that can be provided include monthly parent advisory council meetings, daily access to school personnel identified for parent concerns, PTA/PTO meetings, school improvement committee meetings, school suggestion boxes and school newsletters.

Provide reasonable support for parent involvement activities such as the provision of speakers, translators, transportation, childcare, service hotlines, phone call-outs, and parent resource centers.

Standard 5: Sharing PowerFamilies and school staff are equal partners with equal representation in decisions that affect students and families and together inform, influence, and create policies, practices, and programs.

Parents are encouraged to schedule time to volunteer in classrooms.

Parent surveys are used to solicit suggestions on improving the school.

Conduct with the involvement of parents an annual evaluation of the content and effectiveness of the school parent involvement policy and the district parent involvement policy, including identification of barriers to greater participation by parents of diverse backgrounds. Such findings will be used to design more effective strategies for parent involvement.

Provide technical assistance and coordination with schools to support the schools in establishing effective parental involvement activities to improve student academic achievement and school performance.

Coordinate and integrate parent involvement programs and activities with community organizations such as Head Start and Family Resource Centers.

Parents will take several surveys during the year to obtain feedback on their thoughts about the goals, objectives, and needs of the school.

Parents will participate in the development of the parental Involvement Plan, Parental Involvement Policy, Compact, and School Improvement Plan.

During the school year parents will participate in the School Improvement Planning Meetings. There will be an annual school improvement planning meeting open to parents to solicit their opinions regarding the school’s mission, goals, and vision.

Parents will have opportunities to volunteer in the school.

Parents will attend Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Meetings.

Standard 6: Collaborating with CommunityFamilies and school staff work together with community members to connect students, families, and staff to expanded learning opportunities, community services, and civic participation.

Jointly develop with parents a school-parent compact that outlines how parents, school staff and students will share responsibility for improved student academic achievement. The following information will be included:

How the school provides high quality curriculum and instruction.

o How the parent will support their student’s learning at home and at school with recommendations such as monitoring attendance, homework completion, TV watching positive use of extracurricular time, volunteering observation in the classroom and involvement in educational decisions concerning their children.

o The importance of meaningful, two-way on-going communication between teachers and parents through meetings, phone calls, conferences, technology, and progress reports.

o The school works with community based organizations, businesses, and others who want to be involved in parent activities.

o Provide collaborative training sessions for staff and parents to develop mutual appreciation and a better understanding of the role all of us play in the development of our students. This training will include how to communicate with and work effectively with parents as partners and will consist of discussions and best practices among school staff, administrators, and community leaders.

Monthly community meetings will be conducted at the school on evenings. These meetings will be to inform the community of what is taking place in the school and the immediate surrounding community.

During the school year parents will participate in School Improvement Meetings. There will be an annual school improvement planning meeting open to parents to solicit their opinions regarding the school’s mission and vision.

Parents will be invited to attend the annual Title 1 Summit held during the summer.

There will be an annual Title 1 meeting to present information to parents about being a Title 1 school and what that entails. We will also review the parental involvement plan, policy, and compact.

Parent Involvement Plan

Goal: Ensure that contents of policy are aligned with each state parent standard.

School: Northaven Elementary School Principal: Louis Padgett, III Title-I Facilitator: Elaine Raby Assigned Federal Specialist: Gina Bennett

Standard 1: Welcoming All Families:Families are active participants in the life of the school, and feel welcomed, valued, and connected to each other, to school staff, and to what students are learning and doing in class and school.

Standard 2: Communicating:Families and school staff engage in regular, meaningful communication about student learning.

Standard 3: Supporting Student Success:Families and school staff continuously work together to support students’ learning and healthy development both at home and at school,

and have regular opportunities to strengthen their knowledge and skills to do so effectively.

Standard 4: Speaking Up for Every Child:Families are informed and enabled to be advocates for their own and other children, to ensure that students are treated fairly and have

access to learning opportunities that will support their success.

Standard 5: Sharing Power:Families and school staff are equal partners with equal representation in decisions that affect students and families and together inform,

influence, and create policies, practices, and programs.

Standard 6: Collaborating with Community:Families and school staff work together with community members to connect students, families, and staff to expanded learning

opportunities, community services, and civic participation.

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Parent Involvement Standard/Description of Activity

Presenter(s) Materials Evaluation/Implementation of

parent training

Outcome Cost

Parental Involvement Standard:Standard 1: Welcoming All FamiliesFamilies are active participants in the life of the school, and feel welcomed, valued, and connected to each other, to school staff, and to what students are learning and doing in class and school.

Description of Activity:1. Curriculum Night: Parents will attend the Curriculum Night as a welcome to the new school year. During this Curriculum Night parents will receive information about expectations for their child during the upcoming year.

Date of Activity:August 2011

Administration, Teachers, and Title 1 Facilitator

Welcome Letter, Agenda, Map of School, Classroom Policy, and Expectations

Attendance Records from Sign-In Sheet

Parents will have a clear understanding of what to expect during the upcoming year.

Cost of paper copies varies.

Instruction

Description of Activity:2. Annual Title 1 Meeting: There will be an Annual Title 1 Meeting to present information to parents about being a Title 1 school and what that means. We will also review the parental involvement plan, policy, and compact.

Date of Activity:September 2011

Title 1 Facilitator and Students

Agenda, Minutes, Sign-In Sheet

Parent Evaluation and Attendance Numbers

Parents will be able to express an understanding of the meaning of Title 1.

$10.00Cost of paper copies

Instruction

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parent training

Outcome Cost

Description of Activity:3. School Improvement Planning Meeting: There will be several school improvement planning meetings open to parents to solicit their input on the School Improvement Plan.

Date of Activity:Various: August – May 2012

Assistant Principals and Title 1 Facilitator

Agenda, Minutes, Sign-In Sheet, and copies of the current school improvement plan

Parent Participation and Attendance Numbers

Parents will provide their input on the goals and mission of the school.

$10.00 light snacksTitle 1

Parental Involvement Standard:Standard 2: CommunicatingFamilies and school staff engage in regular, meaningful communication about student learning.

Description of Activity:4. Various forms of communication will be sent home daily. The lower school (pre-k – 2nd) will send home progress reports daily. The upper school (3rd -5th) will send Tuesday Folders home weekly and other updates to parents at various other times during the year (Report Cards, newsletters, and websites). Newsletters and updates will be sent home in the parent’s native language.

Date of Activity:August 2011- May 2012

Administrator, Teachers and Title 1

Facilitator

Tuesday Folders with student work, Website, Newsletters, Report Cards, Progress Notes, student parent handbooks, TCAP and Discovery Results

-Tuesday Folders coming back signed-Number of hits on the website-Comments from Newsletters-More frequent participation in activities that are advertised

Parents will have information

regarding student progress and

upcoming events as demonstrated

through attendance at these

events.

$50 – General Fund

for paper



parent training

Outcome Cost

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Description of Activity:5. School Improvement Planning Meeting: There will be several school improvement planning meetings open to parents to solicit their input on the School Improvement Plan.





Parents will provide their input on the goals and mission of the school and assist in the development of school goals and the mission.

$10.00 light snacks

Title 1

Description of Activity:6. The Shelby County Schools automatic phone response system will be used to inform parents of emergencies and of upcoming events.

Date of Activity:August – May 2012

Shelby County SchoolsAdministration

Phone Parents being informed without having to call the school

Parents will be aware of procedures and upcoming events.

$0

Description of Activity:7. Parents will receive a Shelby County Schools handbook to keep them informed of their rights and the school system policies.

Date of Activity:August, 2011 and at enrollment


SCS Handbooks We will monitor distribution to ensure all families have received a handbook.

Parents will have access to the handbook to have their questions answered.

$0


Presenter(s) Materials Evaluation/Implementation of parent training

Outcome Cost

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Description of Activity:8. Teachers will call parents frequently to keep them informed regarding student progress. Teachers will keep logs of the phone calls and make calls at regular intervals during the year.

Date of Activity:August 2011 – May 2012

Teachers Phone Logs Observation and count of phone logs

Parents will express being more informed of school events and student progress.

$0

Description of Activity:9. Teachers will ensure parents have information on how to use the Parent Portal to access grades.

Date of Activity:August 2011 and at various times during the year

Teachers and Administration

Phone Logs, Classes for Parents

Attendance at Parent Meetings, and logons to the portal

There will be more use of the Parent Portal

$25.00 Cost for Snacks

Title 1

Description of Activity:10. Teachers will use student Agenda Books as a primary means of communication. Lower School students will communicate regularly in their folders.


Teachers, Office Staff, Administration, and Title 1 Facilitator

Agenda Books ~Parent Meetings~Curriculum Night~Open House

Parents will be more involved in activities and more knowledgeable about their child’s progress as demonstrated by work being signed and returned.

$200.00Cost of Parent Meeting, Light Snacks

Title 1

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Presenter(s) Materials Evaluation/Implementation of parental training

Outcome Cost

Description of Activity:11. Teachers will send Notes Home to communicate positive behavior.


Teachers Notes Home Pad Number of notes sent home by the teacher

Parents will demonstrate positive attitudes as they receive information that keeps them informed.

$50.00Notes Home

General Fund

Parental Involvement Standard:Standard 3: Supporting Student SuccessFamilies and school staff continuously work together to support students’ learning and healthy development both at home and at school, and have regular opportunities to strengthen their knowledge and skills to do so effectively.



Outcome Cost

Description of Activity:12. Monthly a selected grade level will participate in a Lunch and Learn or an Evening Academic Experience for parents. During these sessionsparents will receive handouts of grade appropriate learning skills. The Facilitator will provide a learning presentation

Title 1 Facilitator Grade Appropriate Curriculum Materials and Handouts

Parent Evaluations and Participation

Parents will become familiar with the common core standards, grade level expectations, formative assessments, and

Supplies - $50.00 General Funds For Paper Copies and Handouts

$25.00 per



Outcome Cost

Description of Activity:14. Student friendly speakers will be invited to the school for students. These speakers will present activities, assemblies, and enrichment for students.


Various Speakers, Students, Title 1 Facilitator

Meeting Place, Audio Equipment, Snacks

Student summaries of the experience and student evaluations of the activities

Students will develop ideas and gain knowledge from the activities.

Cost of the speaker and refreshments$1050.00Title 1

Description of Activity:15. Students will have access to Discovery Learning, so they can support student practice. Passwords will be sent home.Date of Activity:September 2011

Parents, Teachers, and Title 1 Facilitator

Passwords for Parents

Results from Discovery Assessment

Students will develop academic skills.

Cost of Discovery Education Test

General Fund

Description of Activity:16. Parents will come to the school to participate in individual parent tutoring. This tutoring is one-on-one to expose the parent to skills the students needs to understand. This

Parents, and Tutor

Instructional Materials and a meeting room

Parent demonstration of understanding of the instructional materials

Parents will acknowledge understanding of the instructional role they play in their child’s

$0

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will assist parents in being able to help their children with their schoolwork at home.

Date of Activity:September 2011 – May 2012

academics and will assist their child(ren) with homework.



Outcome Cost

Parental Involvement Standard:Standard 4: Speaking Up for Every ChildFamilies are informed and enabled to be advocates for their own and other children, to ensure that students are treated fairly and have access to learning opportunities that will support their success.

Description of Activity:17. Parents will participate in a workshop conducted by the counselor, behavior specialist and facilitator on behavioral supports for students.

Date of Activity:October 2010, December 2010, and February 2011

School Counselor, Behavior Specialist, and Title 1 Facilitator

Handouts Parents will receive an overview of the behavioral plan utilized by the school and methods for support by the parents.

Behavioral referrals will reduce in numbers.

Supplies - $25 Copy Paper

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Outcome Cost

Parental Involvement Standard:Standard 5: Sharing PowerFamilies and school staff are equal partners with equal representation in decisions that affect students and families and together inform, influence, and create policies, practices, and programs,

Description of Activity:18. Parents will take several surveys during the year to obtain feedback on their thoughts about the goals, objectives, and needs of the school.

Date of Activity:

Varies during the year from August 2011 – May 2012

Administration and Title 1 Facilitator

Surveys Participation in the surveys

Parents will begin to believe they are valued and take a more active role in school activities.

$0

Description of Activity:19. Parents will participate in the development of the Parental Involvement Plan, Parental Involvement Policy, Compact, and


Documents needing parent input such as the: School Improvement

The presence of agendas and sign-in sheets demonstrating that parents have been involved

Parents will take an active role in the development of these

$0

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School Improvement Plan,.

Date of Activity:

Varies during the year fromAugust 2011 – May 2012

Plan, Parent Involvement Plan, Parent Involvement Policy, Compact will be available.

documents.



Outcome Cost

Description of Activity:20. School Improvement Planning Meetings: There will be school improvement planning meetings open to parents to solicit their input regarding the school’s mission and vision.





Parents will provide their input on the goals and mission of the school.

$10.00 light snacks

Title 1

Description of Activity:21. Parents will have an opportunity to volunteer in the school.



Sign-In Sheets, volunteer activities, and Volunteer schedules

The completion of jobs The list of jobs that need completion will be accomplished.

$0

Description of Activity:22. Parents will attend Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Meetings.

Date of Activity:Various dates during the year

Behavioral Specialist (Faculty PTA Supervisor), PTA President, and Administration

PTA Notes, PTA Venue

PTA Meeting Attendance

As a result of the PTA Meetings parents will be more visible and active in the school.

$50.00 Snacks

PTA Budget

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Outcome Cost

Parental Involvement Standard:Standard 6: Collaborating with CommunityFamilies and school staff work together with community members to connect students, families, and staff to expanded learning opportunities, community services, and civic participation.

Description of Activity:23. Monthly, evening, community meetings will be conducted at the school. These meetings will be to inform stakeholders of what is taking place in the school and community.

Date of Activity:Monthly from August 2011 - May 2012

Administrators and Title 1 Facilitator

Handouts and Presentation Materials

Attendance, surveys, and involvement of community members

Community members and stakeholders will gain knowledge about the school offerings and will volunteer their services throughout the school year.

Price of handout copies $15

General Fund

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Description of Activity:24. Parents will take several surveys during the year to give feedback on their thoughts about the goals, objectives, and needs of the school.

Date of Activity:Varies during the year from August 2011 – May 2012

Administration, Title 1 Facilitator

Surveys Participation in the surveys

Parents will begin to believe they are valued and take a more active role in school activities.

$0



Outcome Cost

Description of Activity:25. Curriculum Night: Parents will attend the Curriculum Night as a welcome to the new school year. During this Curriculum Night parents will receive information about expectations for their child in the upcoming year.

Date of Activity:August 2011


Welcome Letter, Agenda, Map of School, Classroom Policy, and Expectations

Attendance Records from Sign-In Sheet

Parents will have a clear understanding of what to expect for the upcoming year.

Varies Cost of paper copies

Instruction

Description of Activity:26. Annual Title 1 Meeting: There will be an AnnualTitle 1 Meeting to present information to parents about the implications of being a Title 1 school. We will also review the Parental Involvement Plan, Policy, and Compact.


Title 1 Facilitator and Students

Agenda, Minutes, Sign-In Sheet

Parent Evaluation and Attendance Numbers

Parents will be able to express an understanding of the meaning of Title 1.

$10.00 – Cost of paper copies

Instruction

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Description of Activity:27. Parents will be invited to attend the annual Title 1 Summit.


Federal Programs Office

Agenda, Minutes, Sign-In Sheets, and additional documentation such as handouts and PowerPoints.

Evaluations and Attendance numbers

Parents will be about to talk about the meaning of Title 1, identify the results of Title 1, and participate in the develop of goals.

$0 cost to the individual school

Costs incurred by Federal Programs

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Northaven Elementary School Parent Involvement Plan

2011-2012

Northaven Elementary recognizes that the education of the child is a responsibility shared by the school and family. To support the goal of the school to educate all students effectively the school and parents must work as knowledgeable partners concerned with the education of children. Parents are an integral component of a school’s ability to provide for the educational success of their children. The school endeavors to meet and accommodate the diverse needs of students. Northaven Elementary School acknowledges that engaging parents is essential for improving student achievement.

Parental Commitment

Northaven Elementary School parents will provide support in the following ways:%

Making sure their children attend school each day and are on time Ensuring their children complete homework and turn it in Monitoring the amount of television their children watch and promoting positive use of time outside of

school Volunteering in their child’s classroom (at least twice a semester if possible) and participating in

decisions related to their child’s education Reading all notices from the school or the school district

School Commitment

Northaven Elementary School will encourage families to become meaningfully engaged in their child’s education by doing the following:

Inviting all parents to annual meetings (at flexible times) to inform them of NCLB and Title I requirements, the school’s participation in Title I, and the rights of parents to be involved in the school

Conducting regular and flexible parental meetings, to keep parents informed of current events and issues, timely progress reports, and parental/teacher conferences

Involving parents in organized and ongoing development and future revisions of the School Improvement Plan, Parental Involvement Plan, Parental/School Compact and other documents and programs relating to their child’s academic instruction

Encouraging parents to meet the challenges of raising academically capable children by offering parental trainings and workshops, based on surveyed parental needs

Providing resources of community and local events and resources via newsletters, websites Providing resources for parents to utilize during flexible hours for helpful tips on homework,

parenting, math, reading, and job career information.

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School and Community Commitment

No Child Left Behind (NCLB) requires that Northaven Elementary School parents, administrators, staff and community members work together to plan for and ensure high quality academic programs in the following ways:

Making parents and community members aware of NCLB and Northaven’s participation in state and federal programs Providing timely information to families about programs and policies administered under NCLB

guidelines Encouraging parents to observe and volunteer in the school’s programs and classrooms Soliciting ongoing feedback and suggestions from parents on decisions relating to the education

of their children and scheduling additional meetings during flexible times Providing parents with copies and explanations of the Parental Involvement Plan and Parent-

Student-Teacher-Compact Providing parents with ongoing, current student information, progress reports, and report cards To assist parents in understanding Northaven Elementary School’s curriculum and assessments

used to measure student progress, and the state’s proficiency levels students are expected to meet Families and school staff engage in regular, meaningful communication about student learning.

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Preschool Transition PlanNorthaven Elementary

Dr. Elaine RabyTitle 1 Instructional Facilitator

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Transition to Kindergarten: The transition to Kindergarten is one of the most significant transitions that a young child experiences and lays the foundation for future success in school. A smooth transition to kindergarten is a shared responsibility among many individuals and schools including children, families, teachers, schools and the community. Transition to Kindergarten is a process that begins in preschool and continues through kindergarten and is experienced by all stakeholders rather than an event that happens to an individual child.

Desired Outcomes for Northaven’s Transition to Kindergarten Plan: ☐ Develop a set of Transition to Kindergarten activities for all children, families and preschool children.☐ Create greater understanding within the community about early child development and learning and expand community resources. ☐ Educate all early educators (preschool teachers and kindergarten teachers) about ways to support and foster a smooth transition for children and

families. ☐ Assess children at kindergarten entry on the established domains of learning through the use of existing evaluation sources and the development of

a standardized kindergarten assessment to inform, plan and develop effective school readiness and transition initiatives.

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PARENT EVENTS FOR KINDERGARTEN TRANSITIONING

KINDERGARTEN TRANSITION PLAN STRATEGIES

1. Family-School Connections☐ Contact established with family during first few days of preschool or kindergarten☐ Assessment of family needs☐ Periodic contact with family☐ Connecting family to community resources☐ Family participation in home-learning activities☐ Family participation in the classroom and at school events

Action Steps Timeline Required Resources Person(s) Responsible Parental InvolvementCreate or locate brochures to distribute that highlight important skills pre-school children need to know prior to entering kindergarten in the fall.

March 2012 Developmental Skills Checklist

Kindergarten TeachersGuidance Counselor

Review with Leadership Council and PTA

Meet with parents of children who will be entering Kindergarten August of 2010.

April 2012 Flyers and posters announcing meetings

Ms. Jenkins (Kindergarten Chairperson)

Welcome parents into the school.

Send flyers to area Daycare Centers and churches announcing Pre-school for Fall 2012.

April 2012 Flyers and posters announcing meetings

Ms. Bates (Kindergarten Teacher), Elaine Raby (Instructional Facilitator),Ms. Turner (Pre-K Teacher)

Reach out to all parents in the community.

Conduct parent training to inform parents about expectations, goals and skills that their children need prior to entering Kindergarten.

December 2011

Flashcards,Alphabets,Paper, Pencils,Counting Blocks

All Kindergarten TeachersPre-K Teacher

Empowering parents with the skills they need to help their children at home in order for them to be successful in kindergarten.

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☐ Regular family meetings at school☐ Family meetings about transition issues☐ Family & preschool teacher information-sharing with kindergarten teacher about individual child☐ Newsletters/resource materials☐ Parent orientation after preschool and kindergarten start

2. Child-School Connections☐ Preschool child connections with kindergarten teacher☐ Preschool connection with elementary school for special school functions ☐ Preschool practice of kindergarten rituals and routines☐ Kindergarten activities incorporated from preschool☐ Preschool teacher contact with former students☐ Kindergarten support staff visits preschool children

3. Peer Connections☐ Peer connections within the class☐ Peer connections outside of school☐ Peer connections with non-classmate peers who will be in kindergarten

4. Community Connections☐ Inter-school collaboration about programs and classroom practices ☐ Identifying and communicating curriculum/community expectations for children☐ Inter-school connection about specific child☐ Connections with community agencies

Kindergarten Welcoming Activities

1. Towards the end of Preschool have a "photo" album of Northaven if the child is going to be new to the building. Pictures might include: the front entrance, the school bus (inside and out), and pictures of teachers. These albums go on the preschool bookshelf. This gives the preschoolers some concrete pictures to look at, often. Most preschool students will be transitioning from the current school, Northaven.

2. Arrange an indoor class field trip to the kindergarten classrooms to meet kindergarten teachers. Make it short and pleasant3. Have extra copies of "open house" notices the kindergarten publishes available at the preschool. Post them on parent bulletin boards.

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4. Encourage the kindergarten teachers to attend preschool events and meet preschool parents prior to the start of school. This is a great way to get to know the child and his/her family.

5. Be sensitive to the changes preschool parents go through as the kindergarten process starts. It can be difficult for some first time parents. Letting go of their little one is just that much more at the kindergarten level. Teacher sensitivity to this is very important to help the parents to usher into the next 'stage.'

6. Read a lot of books to students about going to kindergarten.

7. Alumni Visits: Have a few children who are in kindergarten who were in preschool last year come back and tell the children about kindergarten. Have the children prepare their questions ahead of time.

8. Develop a portfolio of the child's work to share with the new teacher.

9. Develop a "Positive Profile" of the student (A picture of ______, A passport for _________).

10. Friends in kindergarten: Make sure that some of the peers/friends from this child's class are assigned to the kindergarten class...if possible.

11. The school can sponsor a parent meeting for families sending children to kindergarten and parents whose children are currently in kindergarten. Families will share with preschool families things they believe they need to know as their children prepare to go to kindergarten. They report that the parent's perspective is different from the school’s perspective and important issues are raised at this meeting.

12. Traveling slide show: Produce a slide show of the kindergarten program. Highlight classrooms, areas of the rooms, and children playing and enjoying themselves.

Family Pledge for Preschool Transition

As a parent, to start the new school year I pledge to: Participate in my children's education by supervising homework, talking to my children about school and volunteering. Accept my children for who they are. I will try to nurture those qualities that make each of my children special. Read to or with my children every day of the year.

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Expect the very best from my children at all times. Never let a day go by without telling each of my children that I love them. Turn off the television for homework, reading time, and for special times with my children.

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date Parent Signature

NORTHAVENELEMENTARY

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Intervention PlanNorthaven Elementary

2011 - 2012

Northaven faculty, staff, and administrators are committed to ensuring students achieve academic success. This is accomplished by careful assessment of instructional needs. The Northaven Elementary School Academic Intervention Plan is designed to focus on student instructional goals. Academic Intervention Services are intended to supplement instruction provided by the general curriculum and to assist students in meeting state standards. This support will be provided utilizing a variety of instructional strategies.

Intervention Services are intended to assist students who are at risk of not achieving the State Standards in Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies and/or Science, or who are identified as not meeting designated performance levels. This intervention is a part of the normal academic program and is executed in the classroom by teachers. These supports are to draw attention to the academic needs of students scoring below proficient.

This plan is intended to serve as an informal instructional guide for teachers. It is the goal of Northaven Elementary School to educate the whole child and to encourage them to reach their maximum potential as responsible and productive members of society.

Assessment of Academic Progress

Diagnostic assessments Early Reading/Literacy Assessments Subject Skill, Concept, Knowledge Assessments TCAP Curriculum Based Measures Formative Assessments Summative Assessments Standardized, Norm-Referenced Tests Standardized Criterion Referenced Tests Other Valid, Reliable Assessments Review Classroom Performance Participation, class work, homework Report Card Grades Student Performances/Demonstrations Teacher observation Collaboration in Professional Learning Communities.

The following is a list of plans, policies, and/or initiatives that support and/or enhance academic

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success.

• School Improvement Plans• Attendance Policy• Professional Development Plans• Behavioral Interventionist• School Code of Conduct • School Social Workers• Computer Labs• Teacher Assistants• Formative Assessment Training• IXL Math• Accelerated Reader• Imagination Station• Discovery Education

DATA ANALYSISThe faculty and staff review student data from state and local assessment instruments regularly. Current and longitudinal data are also analyzed to determine academic needs and inform instruction. Monitoring of student progress is ongoing.

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NORTHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLMENTOR-TEACHER PLAN

2011-2012

Mission StatementThe purpose of mentoring is to provide support and reflective guidance to new teachers both to the profession and to the school. A mentoring program provides an opportunity for outstanding teachers within the school to share their skills and knowledge, while easing a new teacher’sentry into the school. An effective mentor program needs trust, confidentiality, nonjudgmental interactions, and mutual respect.

Basic Plan DescriptionMentoring can lead to more effective teaching, a collegial atmosphere that encourages professional growth, a celebration of success and acomfortable transition for new teachers into the culture of the school. Northaven faculty and staff endeavor to provide new teachers an environment that is conducive to instructional practice in a supportive environment. An effective mentor program needs trusting relationships in order to address questions, needs, and concerns of new teachers.

Through confidential, non-judgmental interaction, veteran professionals meet regularly with new teachers to support their growth anddevelopment. The mentor/mentee relationship is not used as an evaluative tool.

Governance of the ProgramMentors at the school level are a part of the larger mentoring program offered by Shelby County Schools. The mentoring program focuses on new teachers to the profession as well as teachers new to the district.A new teacher is defined by this plan as any teacher who is a) new to the profession, or b) has less than 3 years teaching experience.

Northaven Elementary Mentor Program Goals• To acclimate new teachers to the school and profession• To guide professional growth• To ensure the understanding of both state and local standards/goals• To assist with district/building assessment procedures• To help with instructional planning• To assist with district observational procedures• To maintain regular contact with mentee• To improve classroom management• To introduce/socialize new teachers to the staff and community• To provide growth and professional development• To provide positive support and self-reflection• To provide a good model of teaching

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Mentor Criteria • Demonstrate exemplary teaching ability• Tenure• Believe in the value of teaching as a profession• Have respect for their colleagues in all subject areas• Hold high expectations• Convey enthusiasm for learning to teachers and students• Believe that all children can learn and succeed• Believe that all teachers are life-long learners• Demonstrate initiative• Understand the role and value of the local union• Have courage to share ideas and initiate change• Demonstrate ability to plan and organizeNew Teacher Mentor Responsibilities1) Meet with the mentee a) throughout the year (both formally and informally before opening day of school year, and c) almost daily during the first month of school or as needed2) Continue to schedule informal meetings with mentee once or twice per week throughout the school year. Release time from duties and some teaching time can be arranged by the mentor and building administration3) Provide curriculum support as well as support on areas that need improvement4) Model professional expectations and practices5) Establish supportive and trusting/confidential relationship with mentee6) Acquaint each mentee with district and building culture7) Celebrate successes and help with strategies to meet challenges8) Model good teaching practices and encourages classroom visitations9) Encourage mentee to attend new teacher events

1) The Mentee VISITS the MentorThe Mentee might wish to visit the Mentor teacher in order to observe classroom management, room management, curriculum ideas, or just to see another person work.2) The Mentor VISITS the MenteeThe Mentee might find it helpful to visit a Mentor, permitting feedback. The discussion could focus on the areas that would be most helpful to the mentee.3) The Mentor and the Mentee VISIT a third teacherThe Mentor and Mentee might wish to visit the class of another teacher. This third teacher would give the Mentee an opportunity to observe someone other than the Mentor, would expose the Mentee to more resources, and would allow for an extra support system.

Northaven School-Level Teacher Mentor ApplicationName: _____________________________ School Year: ___________Building: ______________________________ Grade Level(s): _____Subject(s): _________________________________________________

1) Are you a tenured teacher? ¨ Yes ¨ No

2) I am interested in becoming a New Teacher Mentor teacher because:

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STATE AND FEDERAL PROGRAMS LIST

Tennessee Lottery Education Pre-School Program

Vision Screening

Dental Services (Cleaning and Sealant)

Community Services Agency

Social Worker

IDEA (Federal Free Breakfast and Lunch Program)

Fee Waivers

Title 1

After-School Tutoring Program for Math and Reading (Extended Contract and Ed Jobs

Bill)

After-School Enrichment Program for Science (Extended Contract)

Title lll ESL Classroom

TCAP Tutor

Educational Assistants (Title 1)

Title 1 Facilitator

Pre-K Program (State)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE REPORT

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Members of the LEA have provided technical assistance in the development of the school-level plan. Through workshops and in-services information was disseminated to assist in the completion of the plan. Specific assistance was provided in the way of templates, state guidelines, examples, and availability to assist in the completion and formation of the document. Other information was provided in the form of instructional strategies and techniques that should be incorporated into the plan. Trainings were provided on the specifics of budgets and required federal guidelines.

1. James Aldinger Federal Programs Director

2. Marchetta Kimmons Federal Programs Specialist

3. Gina Bennett Federal Programs Specialist

4. Dedric McGee Science Instructional Specialist

5. Andre Crafford Elementary Instructional Specialist

6. Angie Powers Exemplary Teacher

7. Todd Goforth ESL Instructional Specialist

8. Mary Williams Elementary Instructional Specialist

9. Rochelle Douglas AYP Instructional Specialist

10. Donna Jones Pre-K and Kindergarten Specialist

11. Christy Ford Reading Specialist

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Goals Areas to StrengthenGoal #1Students will achieve NCLB benchmarks on the Reading/Language Arts assessment for all subgroups. Students will also master the new Tennessee standards aligned with the National Assessment for Education Progress Standards.

The current Report Card grade for Reading/Language Arts is an “F” (Value-Added Report Card grade is a “B”). Based on the NCLB Act – Tennessee’s goals for Reading/Language Arts and Writing for the school year 2011-2012 should be 89% of the students at the Proficient or Advanced levels.

Goal #2The fifth-grade students will improve their scores on State Writing Assessment with 10% of students scoring the highest score levels of 5 or 6, while decreasing the number of students scoring at the lowest level.

Fifth Grade TCAP Writing Assessment 3-Year Averages for the school were 3.8, State 4.1, and for the System 4.4. No Child Left Behind Act – Tennessee’s goals for Reading/Language Arts and Writing for the school year 2011-2012 should be 89% of students at the Proficient or Advanced levels.

Goal #3Northaven Elementary students, faculty, and parents will increase parental involvement by 1% during the 2010-2011 school year including an increase in student attendance.

The current report card grade for Math Achievement is a “D” (TVAAS score is an “A”).No Child Left Behind Act – Tennessee’s goals for Math for the 2009 through 2010 school year.

Goal #4The students will decrease the number of below proficient scores on the TCAP math assessment by 1% for all sub groups. Students will also master the new Tennessee standards aligned with the National Assessment for Education Progress Standards.

The current report card grade for Math Achievement is a “D” (TVAAS score is an “A”). No Child Left Behind Act – Tennessee’s goals for Math for the 2011-2012 school year.

Shelby County SchoolsSchool-wide Professional Development Plan

2011-2012 School Year School: Northaven Elementary School Principal: Louis Padgett,III

Academic Title I Facilitator: Elaine Raby Assigned Federal Specialist: Gina Bennett

Professional Development Budget: __$25,270.47___

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Goal 1: Students will achieve NCLB benchmarks on the Reading/Language Arts assessment for all subgroups. Students will also master the new Tennessee standards aligned with the National Assessment for Education Progress Standards.

Need(s) Addressed: The current Report Card grade for Reading/Language Arts is a “F” (Value-Added Report Card grade is a “B”). Based on the NCLB Act – Tennessee’s goals for Reading/Language Arts and Writing for the school year 2010-2011 should be 89% of the students at the Proficient or Advanced levels.

Action Steps: Dates of Professional Development

Learning Events

Timeline Person(s)Responsible

Required Resource(s)

Projected Cost(s) Evaluation Strategy

Performance Outcomes

Professional Development Session:Teachers will participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLC) to support instructional goals, analyze data and develop ownership of

August 2011August 2012

Once a Semester

-Administration-Teachers

-Professional Learning

Community (PLC)

Literature-Substitute Teachers

-Data

$4,500.00

Balance: $20,770.47

PLC SummariesClassroom

Observation and Student

Assessments

Teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators analyzed data on a weekly basis.

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student learning.“Data Digs”

Notebooks-Data

Professional Development Session:Teachers will receive information on formative and summative assessment strategies. Teachers will also examine test practices and link instruction to assessment practices.

March 2011 Two Sessions

Courtney Jolly Technology: Computer and

Projector-Paper and

Office Supplies

$0

Balance: $20,770.47

Observation of sessions in Grade Level Meetings

Skills and concepts learned were utilized to increase student learning and assessment outcomes.Practices worked on during the in-service.

Professional Development Session:

Fourth and Fifth Grade Teachers will attend a workshop that is yet to be determined on instructional strategies.

First Semester 5 Days Fourth and Fifth Grade Teachers

RegistrationLodging, Meals and

Transportation

Cost$11,548.00

Balance: $9,222.47

Redelivery:

Teachers will present their

information in sessions for other

teachers to attend.

Performance Outcomes:

Teachers will implement learned reading strategies in their classrooms.


Learning Events




Performance Outcomes

Professional Development:Presenters will come to the school to present on various topics to support instruction.

October 2011-May 2012

Monthly during Grade

Level and PLC Mtgs.

-Presenter-Teachers

-Administration

-National Geographic-Scholastic-Heineman-Lakeshore-Classroom

Direct-Triumph Learning

Cost $2,000.00

Balance: $7,222.47

Teachers will use the learned strategies in class.


Skills and concepts learned will be utilized to increase student learning and assessment outcomes.

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Goal 2: The fifth-grade students will improve their scores on State Writing Assessment with 10% of students scoring the highest score levels of 5 or 6, while decreasing the number of students scoring at the lowest level.

Need(s) Addressed: Fifth Grade TCAP Writing Assessment 3-Year Averages for the school were 3.8, State 4.1, and for the System 4.4.No Child Left Behind Act – Tennessee’s goals for Reading/Language Arts and Writing for the school year 2010-2011 should be 89% of students at the Proficient or Advanced levels.


Learning Events





Professional Development Session: Planning For Mastery: Teachers will receive information on developing lesson plans that focus on mastery of skills and concepts.

March 2011 OneSession

Dr. RabyTitle 1

Facilitator

Technology: Computer and

Projector

$0

Balance: $5,222.47

Teachers will begin using a lesson plan format that focuses on student mastery.

Lesson Plan Evaluation

Performance Outcomes:Teachers used the new lesson plans and ensured each instructional goal was written measurably.

Professional March 2011 Two Courtney Jolly Technology: $0 Observation of Skills and

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Development Session:Teachers will receive information on formative and summative assessment strategies. Teachers will also examine test practices and link instruction to assessment practices.

Sessions Computer and Projector

-Paper and Office Supplies

Balance: $5,222.47

sessions in Grade Level Meetings

concepts learned were utilized to increase student learning and assessment outcomes.Practices worked on during the in-service.

Professional Development:District specialist presenters will come to the school to present on various topics to support instruction.


Monthly during Grade

Level and PLC Mtgs.

-Presenter-Teachers

-Administration-District

Specialists

-National Geographic-Scholastic-Heineman-Lakeshore-Classroom

Direct-Triumph Learning

Cost $0

Balance: $5,222.47

Teachers will use the learned strategies in class.

Performance Outcomes:Skills will be utilized to increase student learning and assessment outcomes.

Goal 3: Northaven Elementary students, faculty, and parents will increase parental involvement by 1% during the 2010-2011 school year including an increase in student attendance.

Need(s) Addressed: The current report card grade for Math Achievement is a “D” (TVAAS score is an “A”). No Child Left Behind Act – Tennessee’s goals for Math for the 2010-2011 school year.


Learning Events





Professional Development:

The Faculty and Staff will plan, organize, and provide a minimum of six after-school activities during the school year that will highlight the

8/11-8/12 Monthly during Grade

Level and PLC Mtgs.

-Instructional Facilitator-Teachers

-Administration

-Parents-Students

Agendas, activities that parents and students can do together,

sign-in sheets, refreshments,

prizes and

Cost $50.00 monthly

(5 months) = $250.00

Balance: $4972.47

The number of parents attending each event will be tracked.


Parental involvement will increase over time and this will lead to greater involvement as

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talents and educational growth of our students.

awards for incentives

well as better student attendance.

Professional Development Session:The Faculty and Staff will provide more opportunities for parents to be actively involved in their child’s education and school activities before, during, and after school to reinforce and enhance the learning process.Power School Parent Portal/Attendance (monitored by assistant principal)Communication FoldersParent Meeting (update on attendance laws and regulations)Home to School Liaison will connect parents/caregiver to services such as comprehensive counseling, medical, and parenting for the purpose of maintaining consistent attendance.

8/11 – 8/12 Every other month

-Instructional Facilitator-Teachers

-Administration

-Parents-Students

-Home School Liaison

-Behavioral Interventionist

Second Step Kit plus materials to support program-Power School/parent portal and attendance-Tuesday Folders-Parent Workshops-Incentives

Cost $500.00

Balance: $4,472.47

Parent Sign-In FormsParent surveysPower School attendance record

Faculty and staff will see an improvement in opportunities for parents to actively participate in their child’s education.


NES will incorporate a shared reading program. Parent-Child reading series “We Both Read”. This program is designed to invite parents and children to share the reading experience together. Backpacks for family engagement to reinforce reading and math skills. Parents will receive directions and steps to assist students with Northaven’s Ice Cream Words Program to promote the acquisition of Dolch words, Frye’s words and 100 high

8/11 – 8/12 Quarterly Teachers(Pre-K-5)ParentsStudentsTitle I Personnel

Reading Materials, ice cream and toppings, backpacks, and reading materials

$200.00Balance:

$4,272.47

Tracking the number of participants and the improvement in reading skills.

Reading skills will improve along with parental involvement.

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frequency words.

Professional Development Session: SECA 2012 Annual Conference - Southern Early Childhood Association

1/26, 1/27, 1/28- 2012

Three Days Pre-k Teachers Registration, lodging, meals,

travel

$0

Balance:$4,272.47

Teachers discussed their sessions in Grade Level Meetings

This conference provided teachers with new tools and insights for moving and playing.

Professional Development Session:Teachers will attend various technology classes to develop computer skills that can be used in classroom management and in the execution of lessons.


Weekly Technology InstructorTeachersTitle 1

Facilitator

Computers Cost $0

Balance:$4,272.47

Measures of computer usage and Observation

Teacher Transcripts

Teachers will integrate technology into lessons.

Goal 4: The students will decrease the number of below proficient scores on the TCAP math assessment by 1% for all sub groups. Students will also master the new Tennessee standards aligned with the National Assessment for Education Progress Standards.

Need(s) Addressed: The current report card grade for Math Achievement is a “D” (TVAAS score is an “A”). No Child Left Behind Act – Tennessee’s goals for Math for the 2010-2011 school year.


Learning Events





Professional Development:

Teachers will participate in instructional sessions designed to demonstrate how to use the various instructional materials purchased. Teachers will utilize these mathematics


Monthly during Grade Level and PLC Mtgs.

-Instructional Facilitator-Teachers-Administration

-Zaner-Bloser, Inc.-CPS Einstruction-Really Good Stuff-Barnes and Noble-Brainetics-Fred Jones

Cost $1,222.47

Balance: $3,050.00

Teachers will use the purchased materials in the classroom to support instruction.


Skills and concepts learned will be utilized to increase student learning and assessment outcomes.

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materials to support and increase instruction in math.


Pearson Math: Teachers will participate in in-services and trainings that teach them how to administer, use Pearson Math.

May, 2012 One Time as Needed

PresenterTeachers

Access to the Pearson Website, Passwords and UsernamesComputers

Cost $0

Balance: $3,050.00

Ability to use Pearson

Teachers will effectively utilize Pearson resources.

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Effective Classroom Management & Motivating Students: Teachers will learn methods for working with and motivating difficult to reach students.

Fall, 2011 One Time Third, Fourth, and Fifth

Grade Teachers

ComputersHandouts

$1,000.00

Balance:$2,050.00

Observation

Review Referrals

Teachers will make fewer office referrals

More students will participate in positive incentive programs.

Professional Development Session: SECA 2012 Annual Conference - Southern Early Childhood Association

Three Days Pre-k Teachers

Registration, lodging, meals,

travel

$0

Balance:$2,050.00

This conference provided teachers with new tools and insights for moving and playing.

Professional Development Session:Teachers will attend various technology classes to develop computer skills that can be used in the classroom and in the execution of lessons.


Weekly Technology InstructorTeachersTitle 1

Facilitator

Computers $0

Balance:$2,050.00

Measures of computer usage and Observation

Teacher Transcripts

Teachers will integrate technology into lessons.