Loc Objective Strategy Implement and montior CSCOPE in grades K-5 to ensure vertical and horizontal alignment Provide a rationale explaining why this strategy is currently working or not working. What actions will you take to ensure that this strategy meets its objective by May? (Please be thorough in your answer - provide at least 3 sentences) *This strategy is currently working because we review Cscope assessment results and target the areas that show weaknesses. *Teachers have data that is aligned with curriculum standards and has the same depth as STAAR. *It helps teachers stay consistent with horizontal alignment. Continue to provide planning time to grade levels to ensure collaborative instruction amongst grade levels Planning is currently working since it allows the grade levels to plan ahead. Each grade level shares information on how to reset and do hands on activities. It allows the teachers to have the necessary time to plan away from the classroom to focus on what needs to be taught. Administer and analyze fall and spring benchmarks Benchmarks allow us to see strengths and weaknesses so it is currently Working. It helps teachers adjust instructional material to meet student needs. It also allows to see the general picture (across the grade level).
Provide Accelerated instruction and instructional materials for students identifed through I-Station reading program "Tier II" Istation is working because it targets the area(s) of need for each struggling student. It provides information for grouping students for Intervention. It is additional data to share with parents and RTI committee. Provide tutoring for Math, Science, Reading/LA afterschool, Saturdays, Intersession, and Super School for at risk students It is working because it targets and reinforces the areas of weakness according to student needs. Implement a common intervention time - Super School It is working but it is subject to change as needed according to the needs of students.
Continue Implementation of research based and data driven curriculum in the following areas with assisance of Instructional Coaches to support teachers and instructional curriculum: Thinking Maps WFTB ISNs Technology Inclusion PSB SIOP Kilgo ScanTek/AIMs Science Lab Forde Ferrier Power Planning Library resources Renaissance Learning Mentoring Minds Kamico Lone Star Learning Mountain Math Motivation Math and Reading Being a Writer DRA Istation Instructional resources to address: (Ensure all studentsâ needs are being met with differentiated instruction) â CSCOPE and other aligned resources (examples, Ignite, ETA Cuisenaire, STEMscopes) â Scholastic leveled readers and other guided reading/balanced literacy resources â E-readers: science/social studies with assistance of Instructional Coaches and leadership staff to support teachers and instructional curriculum ISNs, Science Lab, Power Planning, Renaissance Learning, Kamico, Lone Star and Istation are in place and being used successfully. Practice books are needed especially for Math-Motivation Math preferred- in order to monitor student data. Motivational Reading would be welcomed as well. Additional leveled readers will be purchased as some classrooms are lacking. TIAs are available to assist and support. Monitor failure rates every 3 weeks by holding Powerboost meetings Working. Unit check points held every 3 weeks. An hour long planning period is held once a week during which student data Is compiled and studied in order to address student needs.
Integrate technology and memory for technology into curriculm to provide teachers and students with 21st century technology to enhance their learning such as (IWBS, Computers, Laptops, Cameras, Tablets,IPods,IPADs, etc..) for all student populations including Bilingual, Special Education, GT, At-Risk etc. This is working- campus received more technology for students and teachers. Computers/thin clients purchased and in classrooms. Increase Science scores with assistance of ScanTek, Science Lab, Stem Scope, Forde Ferrier programs and science instructional aide to assist teachers with science curriculum This is working as students are exposed to more Science hands on activities. Consumables/Nonconsumables needed. Increase daily attendance in PreK-5 This is working as students receive rewards: Certificates, hot dog party, bikes, district prize, accolades. PK students an issue.
O'Shea Keleher will implement a GT project showcase Identify more GT students by submitting more nominees. Ms. Morrel presented GT identification at last faculty meeting. More students needed to showcase projects. Campus has question whether the GT test is too difficult to qualify. O'Shea Keleher will continue to improve LEP students scores in all content areas and provide interventions accordingly. Working. In grades 3-5, LEP students split up between 2 classrooms. This allows for more teacher and TIA intervention. Provide scientifically research based supplemental resources and materials for instruction and/or interventions in all the core curriculum areas such as Reading, Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts including special populations such as SpEd, 504, LEP, GT, At-risk and Dyslexia Istation and 504 interventions are succeding in assisting students. However, more interventions are being researched.
During the 2013-2014 school year, our campus will utilize scientifically research-based programs and services to improve student academic achievement in all content areas by 3-5%, as measured by the Texas state assessment. Provide CSCOPE as the primary curriculum that is directly aligned to the TEKs Working. YAG used to guide instruction and alignment. YAG revisited at unit check points. Inclusive of embedded ESL levels/differentiated instruction and relative to lower grade level State and PK guidelines. During the 2013-2014 school year, our campus will utilize scientifically research-based programs and services to improve student academic achievement in all content areas by 3-5%, as measured by the Texas state assessment. Incorporate test bank questions in the classroom This will take place after students take the benchmark. District recommended holding test to use as benchmark. Data will be used. During the 2013-2014 school year, our campus will utilize scientifically research-based programs and services to improve student academic achievement in all content areas by 3-5%, as measured by the Texas state assessment. Monitor performance data through the use of Eduphoria Staffing, faculty meetings, walk throughs, trainings, assessments, continuing ed opportunities. SCEI Coach runs data and it is reviewed in planning.
During the 2013-2014 school year, our campus will utilize scientifically research-based programs and services to improve student academic achievement in all content areas by 3-5%, as measured by the Texas state assessment. Implement Character Counts and the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program through use of the program materials, resources and surveys This is effective as character counts and Olweus has increased awareness of appropriate behavior and social responsibility by reducing the number of behavior referrals. This redirects student attention to academic content. Students are more verbal, safe and confident. During the 2013-2014 school year, our campus will utilize scientifically research-based programs and services to improve student academic achievement in all content areas by 3-5%, as measured by the Texas state assessment. Provide extra duty pay for teachers providing Working. Teachers are identifying appropriate interventions to target supplemental instruction to enhance rigor and relevance student weaknesses and improve academic performance. for all students for intersession/summer school O'Shea Keleher Elementary will provide services and benefits to 100% of its staff to attract, retain, and offer growth opportunities for highly qualified staff begining July 2013 through June 2014 O'Shea Keleher will provide Staff Development with exisiting district and new state intiatives such as: Academic: â CSCOPE â Balanced Literacy: Leveled reading/guided reading Guided math â Kilgo (ELAR, Science, Math) â RTI/Differentiated Instruction â STAAR Working. As a result of weekly grade level planning, teachers implement new curriculum practices which targets all subject areas. Teachers also are are able to plan horizontally among all subject areas.
O'Shea Keleher Elementary will provide services and Ensuring a positive social climate by using: *Olweus benefits to 100% of its staff to attract, retain, and offer Bullying Prevention Program (OBBP) growth opportunities for highly qualified staff beginning July 2013 through June 2014 This is effective as character counts and Olweus has increased awareness of appropriate behavior and social responsibility by reducing the number of behavior referrals. This redirects student attention to academic content. Students are more verbal, safe and confident. Bully free tshirts worn on Mondays. District Survey results. O'Shea Keleher Elementary will provide services and Provide staff development for all core academic benefits to 100% of its staff to attract, retain, and offer subjects to improve student academic achievement. growth opportunities for highly qualified staff beginning July 2013 through June 2014 Working. As a result of weekly grade level planning, teachers implement new curriculum practices which targets all subject areas. Teachers also are are able to plan horizontally among all subject areas. Half day, Friday grade level planning, faculty meetings, etc. O'Shea Keleher Elementary will provide services and Provide substitute teachers for staff development benefits to 100% of its staff to attract, retain, and offer trainings. growth opportunities for highly qualified staff beginning July 2013 through June 2014 Working. Teachers are provided staff development: half day, full day, one hour on Fridays and after school at faculty meetings.
O'Shea Keleher Elementary will promote and support active parent and community engagement through events and sessions to show an increase in the number of partners and parent volunteers during the 2013-2014 school year. O'Shea Keleher will increase Partners in Education participation by inviting business partners to different school events such as Career Day, Terrific Kids, STAAR pep rally, etc. Working. The counselors and Parent Liaison have worked furiously to involve our parnters in fall festival, Christmas, attendance, antibullying, etc. O'Shea Keleher Elementary will promote and support active parent and community engagement through events and sessions to show an increase in the number of partners and parent volunteers during the 2013-2014 school year. O'Shea Keleher Elementary will increase parent volunteer participation by providing incentives such as breakfast or lunch recognitions Working. Parents are participating in classes with the parent liaison, family literacy, family nights, mother/daughter conference, book fair, parent/teacher conferences, etc. O'Shea Keleher Elementary will promote and support active parent and community engagement through events and sessions to show an increase in the number of partners and parent volunteers during the 2013-2014 school year. Parent Liasion will continue parent training sessions to include technology trainings, Family Frameworks, ESL classes, and will continue to send parents to conferences for opportunites for parent learning to encourage parents to attend trainings, Parent Liaison will provide refreshments and supplies to use during workshop Working.The parenting classes have been successful due to the rise of parents that participate. Parents are requesting different topics that will lead to academic improvement for their children. The parent liaison has worked hard to increase the number of programs on campus to increase volunteers. COP-Crusaders on Patrol, Girl Scouts, family nights, etc.
O'Shea Keleher Elementary will promote and support active parent and community engagement through events and sessions to show an increase in the number of partners and parent volunteers during the 2013-2014 school year. O'Shea Keleher will continue to provide Parent Nights such as: Literacy Night Math/Science Night Grade Level Parent Nights STAAR Assessment Night Parent Teacher Conferences Working. The family nights, book fair, conferences have all been very informative and fun.