York Elementary2009 - 2010

Grade Level and Schoolwide Meeting

Parent Involvement Compact & PolicyMust develop jointly with, agree upon, and distribute a written copy to parents

SCHOOL MISSION: The mission of York Elementary School is to establish a strong foundation for lifelong learning, promote academic excellence and productive citizenship. This compact is a voluntary agreement between the parent, the student, and the teacher to help your child’s progress in school, by promoting his/her achievement. We believe this agreement can be fulfilled through our team effort. As a student, I agree to: take responsibility for my actions by exhibiting self control respond in an appropriate manner when given direction or correction by any teacher or staff member make sure notes home are received by my parent or guardian in a timely manner observe our school’s safety rules respect others, myself, and school property to do my best in all that I do at home and school

As a parent, I agree to: help my child to resolve conflicts in a positive way show support for my child and the school staff by attending conferences and various other functions at school keep the lines of communication open to my child and the school encourage good study habits, review work, and show interest in my child’s education at home and at school limit and monitor my child’s TV viewing and computer usage get my child to school regularly and on time

As a teacher, I agree to: provide timely information to the student and the parent based on student progress use methods and techniques that work best for my class provide an environment conducive to learning become familiar with each students’ learning style in order to help each student grow to his/her fullest potential communicate routinely and effectively with my students and parents

As a team we can work together to carry out this agreement.

~SWP’s are a cornerstone of the vision for school reform as defined in Title I of the federal No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Act of 2001.

~Research shows that in order for the lowest achieving students in the highest poverty schools to meet high standards of performance, the school's entire instructional program must be substantially improved.

~SWP schools may consolidate federal, state, and local funds to reform their entire educational program.

Explanation of Schoolwide Program

How does a school become a Title I schoolwide program?

• The school must have at least 50 percent of student population qualified for free or reduced lunch

• The school decides, in consultation with the district, to become a SWP.

81% of York Elementary student population qualifies for free or reduced lunch.

York Elementary 2008 - 2009

Test Scores meet AYP!

A statewide accountability system mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 which requires each state to ensure that all

schools and districts make Adequate Yearly Progress.

Grades Based on NCE Scores

Grade Status Writing Assessment Achievement 3 - 8

    Goal: 4Reading/Language

Math Science Social Studies

A Exemplary 4 – 6 57-99 56-99 59-99 60-99

B Above Average 3.5 – 3.9 52-56 51-55 54-58 54-59

C Average 3 – 3.4 46-51 46-50 49-53 48-53

D Below Average 2.5 – 2.9 41-45 39-45 42-48 41-47

F Deficient 0 – 2.4 0-40 0-38 0-41 0-40

Grades 3-8: TCAP Criterion Referenced Academic Achievement View Chart ?

(3 year average) 2006 2007 2008 2008 StateCRT Score Grade Trend Score Grade Trend Score Grade Trend Score Grade Trend

Math 51 B - 53 B NC 54 B NC 58 A NCReading/Language 50 C - 53 B + 54 B NC 57 A +

Social Studies 49 C - 49 C NC 50 C NC 55 B NCScience 49 C - 51 C NC 53 C NC 56 B NC

(Note: 3-yr average of state CRT NCE's, basis 1998.)

Grades 5 & 8: TCAP Writing View Chart ?(3 year

average) 2006 2007 2008 2008 State

Writing Score Grade Trend Score Grade Trend Score Grade Trend Score Grade Trend

Writing 5th 3.7 B - 3.6 B NC 3.6 B NC 4.1 A NC

Writing 8th 3.9 B - 3.9 B NC 3.9 B NC 4.2 A NC

(Note: Based on 3-year averages.)

New Standards and TCAP Test

In 2010, the state is implementing new curriculum and assessment standards more reflective of national and international student performance in the 21st Century. To meet these standards new expectations for student academic progress will be necessary.

http://www.tennesseeanytime.org/education/

York Elementary is applying for SACS

Accreditation this school year.

SACSCASI Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

                                                         

Questions?

09-10Beautification

Project

Mission statement: York Elementary wishes to promote ownership, pride, and positive relationships with the community, parents, faculty, and staff by involving them in the beautification of the

Y.E.S. campus.

• Trees in grassy area• Shrubs in front of office• Bathrooms

1st Meeting September 8th

5:30pm

Upcoming Events• Currently ~ Cookie dough sales ($

due by September 4th)• Sept. 1: Family reading night• Sept. 7: Labor Day, No School• Oct. 2: School pictures• Oct. 8: Mega Party and Fall Festival• Oct. 9: Homecoming ~ school out at

10am• Oct. 12: Fall Break

New Schedule

• 6 day rotation (classes scheduled by day number instead of day of the week… prevents missing same class if there are snow days, interruptions, etc.)

• Intervention/Enrichment period• 90 minute class times

Twelve Powerful WordsTrace AnalyzeInfer EvaluateFormulate DescribeSupport ExplainSummarize CompareContrast Predict

New Teachers• Michelle Colson , 8th grade math, science

and social studies• Jackie Carlson, 6th grade math• Debbie Young, 6th grade reading and

language arts• Danielle Jones, 2nd grade

K – 6 Teachers Receive Laptop and Projector

Swine Flu: Things You Need to Know

~No cause for panic.So far, swine flu isn't much more threatening than regular seasonal flu.

~Virus tougher on some.Swine flu is more of a threat to certain groups — children under 2, pregnant women, people with health problems like asthma, diabetes and heart disease. Teens and young adults are also more vulnerable to swine flu.

~Be extra cautious.~Cover your mouth and nose.~Wash your hands often and long.~ Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.~Get vaccinated early. Immunity takes awhile.~Stay home when you are sick. (At least 24 hours after you no longer have a fever) ~Avoid close contact.

Fentress County Adult Learning Center

Classes include:• Learning to read• Reading and understanding what you read• High School Equivalent (GED)• Basic math• Writing skills• Calculator skills• Helping your children with homework• Regular high school diploma• Studying for Compass, ACT, and CAT tests

For more information:Gertie Campbell, Supervisor

gcampbell@fentress.k12tn.net

Materials Center1019 Pickett Park Hwy.Jamestown, TN 38556

931-879-3802fax 931-879-1802