2015-2016 School Comprehensive Education Plan (SCEP) · The School Comprehensive Education Plan ... English Proficient Students ... Continue the work of the previous year and go deeper

1

LEA Name: City School District of AlbanyLEA BEDS Code: 010100010016School Name: Pine Hills Elementary School

Contact Name Vibetta Sanders Title PrincipalPhone 518-475-6725 Email [email protected] for Published Plan

Position Signature Print Name Date

SuperintendentMarguerite Vanden Wyngaard, Ph. D

President, B.O.E. / Chancellor or Chancellor's Designee

Ginnie Farrell

ENTER DATA INTO ALL YELLOW CELLS.

THE SIGNATURES BELOW CONFIRM APPROVAL.

2015-2016 School Comprehensive Education Plan (SCEP)

www.albanyschools.org

APPROVAL OF THIS PLAN BY THE SUPERINTENDENT AND BOARD OF EDUCATION (IN NEW YORK CITY, THE CHANCELLOR OR THE CHANCELLOR’S DESIGNEE) IS MANDATORY.

Implementation is required no later than the first day of regular student attendance.

Signatures confirm the respective parties certify that the SCEP addresses all of the required components of the ESEA Flexibility Waiver as detailed on page 1 of this document and understand that any significant modification of the school’s approved plan require the prior approval of the commissioner.

http://www.albanyschools.org/

2

3

Statement of Assurances

By signing this document, the Local Education Agency certifies that:

1. The School Comprehensive Education Plan (SCEP) has been developed in consultation with parents, school staff and others in accordance with the requirements of Shared-Decision Making (CR 100.11) to provide a meaningful opportunity for stakeholders to participate in the development of the plan and comment on the plans before they are approved.

2. If the school has been identified as Persistently Failing and Failing, as per Education Law 211-f, it will form a Community Engagement Team, "which shall include community stakeholders, including but not limited to the school principal, parents and guardians, teachers, and other school staff and students." This team is charged with developing recommendations for the improvement of the school and "shall solicit input through public engagement." Further, "the

3. The School Comprehensive Education Plan (SCEP) has been formally approved by the school board and will be made widely available through public means, such as posting on the Internet, distribution through the media and distribution

4. The School Comprehensive Education Plan (SCEP) will be implemented no later than the beginning of the

5. A comprehensive systems approach will be established to recruit, develop, retain and equitably distribute effective teachers and school leaders as part of the implementation of the Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR)

6. Professional development will be provided to teachers and school leaders that will fully support the strategic efforts described within this plan.

7.Meaningful time for collaboration will be used to review and analyze data in order to inform and improve district policies, procedures, and instructional practices.

4

Meeting Date(s) Locations(s)September 24,2014 PHESOctober 22,2014 PHESNovember 17,2014 PHESDecember 15, 2014 PHESJanuary 28, 2015 PHES

NameVibetta Sanders John Scott Angela Jones Artell EastmanLotus El-BhatityDonna Frinks Lucy Gould Stephanie Desir

4th grade teacher Physical Education Teacher Reading TeacherKindergarten Teacher 5th Grade Teacher Special Education Teacher

Home School Coordinator

School Leade

SCHOOL LEADERSHIP TEAM: The SCEP must be developed in consultation with parents, school staff involved in your district and school improvement initiatives, such as community organizations or inst although they may not agree with all components of the plan, they have actively participated in the

Instructions: List the stakeholders who participated in developing the SCEP as required by Commissi should be added as necessary.

Title / OrganizationPrincipal

5

Meeting Date(s) Location(s)23-Feb-15 PHES

March 11, 2015 ) PHESMarch 18 and 19 ( dist review) PHES

27-May-15 PHESJune 15th and 18, 2015 PHES

Signature

rship Team

f, and others pursuant to §100.11 of Commissioner’s Regulations. Participants who are regularly titutes of higher education should be included. By signing below, stakeholders ascertain that, development and revision of the SCEP.

oner’s Regulations §100.18. Provide dates and locations of Local Stakeholder meetings. Boxes

6

Grade Configuration

Total Student Enrollment

% Title I Population

% Attendance Rate

% of Students Eligible for Free Lunch

% of Students Eligible for Reduced-Price

% of Limited English Proficient Students

% of Students with Disabilities

% American Indian or Alaska Native

% Black or African American

% Hispanic or Latino

% Asian, Native Hawaiian / Other Pacific Islander

Persistently Failing School (per Education Law 211-f)

Failing School (per Education Law 211-f)

% of 2nd Year Students Who Earned 10+ Credits (HS Only)

Overall State Accountability StatusPriority School Focus School Identified by a

Focus DistrictSIG 1003(a) Recipie

% of 1st Year Students Who Earned 10+ Credits (HS Only)

% of 3rd Year Stude Earned 10+ Credits

% of Teachers with NO Valid Teaching Certificate (Out of Compliance)

% of Teachers Teaching Out of Certification Area

% Teaching with Fe Years of Experience

Identification for ELA? Identification for Sc

ELA Performance at Level 3 and Level 4

School Personnel# of Assistant Principals

Math Performance at Level 3 and Level 4

Years Principal Assigned to School

# of Deans

Science Performan 3 and Level 4

Identification for Math?

School Information Sheet


Racial/Ethnic Origin of School Student Population

7


White

Did Not Meet Adequate Yearly Progress (AY American Indian or Alaska NativeHispanic or Latino

Students with Disabilities

Did Not Meet Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) in

Economically Disadvantaged

Hispanic or LatinoAmerican Indian or Alaska Native

White

Hispanic or Latino

Students with DisabilitiesEconomically Disadvantaged

Did Not Meet Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP American Indian or Alaska Native

Limited English Proficient

WhiteStudents with DisabilitiesEconomically Disadvantaged

Did Not Meet Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) for Effective An

8

% White % Multi-Racial

Six-Year Graduation Rate (HS Only)

Average # of Teacher Absences

ent SIG 1003(g) Recipient

ents Who (HS Only)

ewer than 3 e

cience?

# of Counselors / Social Workers

Identification for High School Graduation Rate?

Four-Year Graduation Rate (HS Only)

ce at Level

9

Multi-Racial

YP) in ELABlack or African AmericanAsian or Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander


n Mathematics

Asian or Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific IslanderBlack or African American

Multi-Racial

Asian or Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander


) in ScienceBlack or African American

Multi-RacialLimited English Proficient

nnual Measurable Objective

10

x

x

x

x

x

x

xxx

6. Id

1. Ra

2. Ra

3. Ra

4. Ra

5. Ra

11

12

13

SCEP Plan Overview

In this section, the district must describe the development of the plan, the degree to which the previous school year's SCEP was successfully implemented, overall improvement mission or guiding principles at the core of the strategy for executing the mission/guiding principles, the key design elements of the SCEP, and other unique characteristics of the

The SCEP must be made widely available through public means, such as posting on the Internet, by the district. The Overview will serve as the at-a-glance summary of how the district will use various funding sources to improve student

Limited Degree (Fewer than 20% of goals were achieved.) Partial Degree (Fewer than 50% of goals were achieved.) Moderate Degree (At least 50% of goals were achieved.) Major Degree (At least 90% of goals were achieved.)

Limited Degree (Fewer than 20% of activities were carried out.) Partial Degree (Fewer than 50% of activities were carried out.) Moderate Degree (At least 50% of activities were carried out.) Major Degree (At least 90% of activities were carried out.)

Limited Degree (No identified subgroups improved achievement.) Partial Degree (Some of the identified subgroups improved achievement.) Moderate Degree (A majority of identified subgroups improved achievement.) Major Degree (All identified subgroups improved achievement.)

Limited Degree (There was no increase in the level of Parent Engagement.) Partial Degree (There was a minor increase in the level of Parent Engagement.) Moderate Degree (There was modest increase in the level of Parent Engagement.) Major Degree (There was a significant increase in the level of Parent Engagement.)

Limited Degree (Fewer than 20% of planned activities were funded.) Partial Degree (Fewer than 50% of planned activities were funded.) Moderate Degree (At least 50% of planned activities were funded.) Major Degree (At least 90% of planned activities were funded.)

Tenet 1: District Leadership and Capacity Tenet 2: School Leader Practices and Decisions Tenet 3: Curriculum Development and Support Tenet 4: Teacher Practices and Decisions Tenet 5: Student Social and Emotional Developmental Health Tenet 6: Family and Community Engagement

dentify in which Tenet the school made the most growth during the previous year (Mark with an "X").

ate the degree to which the School achieved the goals identified in the previous year's School Comprehensive

ate the degree to which the School successfully implemented the activities identified in the previous year's SCEP (Mark

ate the degree to which the activities identified in the previous year's SCEP impacted academic achievement targets

ate the degree to which the activities identified in the previous year's SCEP increased Parent Engagement (Mark with

ate the degree to which the activities identified in the previous year's SCEP received the funding necessary to achieve

14

In reflecting on the PREVIOUS YEAR'S PLAN:

• Describe the most significant positive impact(s) that resulted from the previous year’s plan (may include such examples as specific changes in adult behavior and/or measurable changes in student outcomes). More teacher are using their common planning and recording their notes in a common binder, More teacher are using

• Describe all mid-course corrections to the previous year’s plan in response to data review and needed adjustment. Include details of current impact and expectations for sustainability moving forward.none

In developing the CURRENT YEAR'S plan:

• List the highlights of the initiatives described in the current SCEP. Continue the work of the previous year and go deeper in strengthening our lesson plans.

• List the identified needs in the school that will be targeted for improvement in this plan.Data driving instruction in ways that bring about increases in student achievement. Increase the ability for student to direct their learning by creating classroom that support student voice and choice.

• State the mission or guiding principles of the school and describe the relationship between the mission or guiding Learn, Lead, Change the world. We want students to be leaders and life long learners in way prepare them to be

• List the student academic achievement targets for the identified subgroups in the current plan.a 10% increase in the ELA and math scores from this year to the next. Essential we need to have the mindset of at lease a year and a quarter worth of growth for each student to close the gap.

• Describe how school structures will drive strategic implementation of the mission/guiding principles.The structure of the school is that all students are leaders. Our role is to teach students how to be leaders utilizing The 7 habits of Highly Effective People. Socially and emotionally we are putting in place an infrastructure to address the emotional need of student to lessen the negative impact undress emotional needs have on learning. Teacher will present rigorous lessons and empower student to be intrinsically motivated to succeed. Student voice is very importation in our learning community we will continue to uncover ways to give students a voice and create a safe

• List anticipated barriers that may impact the ability to accomplish the mission or guiding principles and how those Curriculum and coaching support for teachers that is targeted and has proven results. We will seek additional resources

• Describe the professional development opportunities that will be provided to teachers and school leaders and the Writers workshop, Steve Ventura Data Teaming, differentiated instruction, continue Seven Habits training

• List all methods of dialogue that school leaders will implement to strengthen relationships with school staff and the Website, Newsletter, email, Parent forums, leadership day forum, School News Notifer, Student Data Binders

• List all the ways in which the current plan will be made widely available to the public.The plan will be shared with the entire learning community, during open house and be available in print format in the

• Describe the transition plans to assist preschool children from early childhood programs to the elementary school program (e.g., aligned curriculum, joint PD & parent involvement activities, sharing of records/info, early intervention Kindergarten orientation, additional opportunities for parent to get the know the school community through PTA

15

16

Priority Schools: Whole School Reform Model

As per New York State's approved ESEA Flexibility Waiver, all Priority Schools are required to implement a systematic whole school reform model. In support of this implementation the Department has committed to ensuring that leaders of Priority Schools that are engaged in implementing whole school reform models are selected and supported by districts through a process that ensures high leadership qualifications as well as a good match between the leader’s skills and competencies and the identified needs of the school. All priority schools that are not current recipients of School Improvement Grant (SIG [G]) or School Innovation Fund (SIF) must complete and submit the principal checklist accessed

www.p12.nysed.gov/accountability/ChecklistforDeterminingPrioritySchoolLeaderQualification.docx

Please note: Priority Schools that are subsequently identified as Failing or Persistently Failing as per Education Law 211-f may have additional requirements to fulfill for the 2015-16 school year. The Department will require that districts with such schools complete an addendum to the SCEP for each school that includes the following: rigorous performance metrics and goals that are in addition to those listed in the leading indicators section; a list of the Community Engagement Team members and the Team's recommendations; and any changes made to the plan by the

1. New School Design and Educational PlanThe plan should provide a clear overview and detailed description of the redesign framework chosen. Drawing on thetarget population and sub-groups within the school, a clear rationale should be provided that articulates how theproposed mission, curriculum, teaching methods and services align with the educational needs of those populations

A. Overview: Describe how the school will achieve its vision and mission, including explanation of how the proposed school design and founding group are likely to accomplish dramatic school change and improvement in key goals and outcome metrics within two years. Present historical evidence that the design, or at least components thereof, had led to similar outcomes in existing schools. Present a clear rationale for the design and any research or other

B. Curriculum and Instruction: Provide a description of the curriculum to be used by the school, including sample promotion or exit standards for English language arts and mathematics in two non-consecutive grade-levels to be offered by the school. Describe the process that will be used to ensure that the curriculum aligns with the New York State Learning Standards, inclusive of the Common Core State Standards and the New York State Testing Program.

C. Professional Development: Present a coherent framework for professional development, which includes extensive job-embedded professional development, and structures for collaboration that enable teachers and support staff to have common, regular, and frequent planning time. Discuss how curriculum and instructional needs are reflected in

D. Use of Time: Describe the daily proposed calendar and schedule and articulate how this use of time will provide for meaningful improvements in the quality of instruction, enrichment opportunities, and professional culture of teacher leadership and collaboration. Discuss how restructuring the school calendar will increase learning time and extend the school day or year. Describe a logical and meaningful set of strategies for the use of instructional time that leads to pedagogically sound restructuring of the daily/weekly/monthly schedule to increase learning time and/or extend the school day or year. Present the daily proposed school calendar showing the number of days the school will be in

http://www.p12.nysed.gov/accountability/ChecklistforDeterminingPrioritySchoolLeaderQualification.docx

17

18

E. Assessment: Describe the school’s approach to assessment. Explain how the school will evaluate progress of individual students, cohorts over time and the school as a whole toward meeting the requirements under New York State’s accountability system. Describe the school policies and criteria for promoting students to the next level and for graduation from the school. Discuss how the school will use assessment information to identify students not

F. School Climate and Discipline: Describe the strategies the school will employ to develop and sustain a safe and orderly school climate that supports fulfillment of the educational goals. Explain the school’s approach to student behavior management and discipline for both the general student population and for students with special needs. Explain the school’s approach to supporting and enhancing the social and emotional health needs of its students.

G. Regulatory Flexibility (Variance): The regulations of the Commissioner of Education (8 NYCRR 100.2n) allow the Commissioner to grant a variance from provisions of the Part 100 regulations that will be necessary for a school to implement a program designed to provide excellence in education. In the context of this plan, this proposal narrative serves as the form and format for requesting a variance for educational excellence. If appropriate, identify any specific Part 100 regulation(s) for which a variance is necessary in order to fully implement the school redesign. Describe any specific features and elements of the proposed school redesign that would justify the need for the variance. (Note: A

H. Meeting the Needs of Unique Populations: Describe the population of students with disabilities, including those with moderate to severe disabilities, students who are English language learners, and students from households that are eligible for the federal free or reduced-priced lunch program, first generation college goers, students of color, and other young people underrepresented in higher education and the specific continuum of instructional and support

19

2. Organizational PlanThe Organizational Plan should provide an understanding of how the school will be operated, beginning with its governance and management. It should present a clear picture of the school’s operating priorities, delegation of

A. Site-based Governance: Describe the organizational structure of the school and its day-to-day operation. Explain the management roles and responsibilities of key administrators with respect to instructional leadership, curriculum development and implementation, personnel decisions, budgeting, financial management, legal compliance, and any special staffing needs. Submit an Organizational Chart that shows the staffing structure and reporting responsibilities

B. Leadership Positions: The principal selected to lead the new school must have the capabilities to be successful in the particular school setting and school design chosen. Describe the primary responsibilities for each key management position and identify critical skills or experiences necessary to fulfill those responsibilities. If these positions are

C. Staffing, Human Resources, and Work Conditions: The principal selected to lead the redesigned school should have the authority to select and assign staff positions in the school, consistent with the school’s approved design. Discuss the staffing plan for the school including staffing needs and recruitment strategies. Submit the job descriptions of teachers within the school, describing the critical skills or experiences that teachers should posses. (Description can be general for core teachers). In addition, submit any supporting labor-management documentation such as agreement

20

Priority Schools: Expanded Learning Time Plan

As per New York State's approved ESEA Flexibility Waiver, Priority schools implementing a whole school reform model in 2015-2016 must demonstrate that a minimum of 200 additional student contact hours are being offered as Expanded Learning Time in addition to the current mandated length of 900 hours per year of instruction in elementary school and

A. Describe the target population of students to be served by the Expanded Learning Time program. Indicate whether students' participation in the additional hours will be mandatory or voluntary, and if voluntary, how are you ensuring that 50% or more of the students (or of Academic Intervention Services students if the school is not receiving 1003(g)

B. Describe the unique academic, social, and emotional needs of targeted students that will be addressed through the

C. Describe how the school engaged representatives from multiple school and community stakeholder groups in thoughtful, data-driven needs assessment that address the holistic needs of students and teachers.

D. Describe the focused priorities, expressed as clearly articulated and measurable goals, that will guide the implementation and evaluation of all program partnerships and activities.

E. Describe how the school will foster a culture of safety, support, and social emotional growth where high expectations for students and staff are clearly articulated and supported through appropriate policies, procedures,

F. Describe how the school will provide a consistently high-quality and rigorous core academic program, delivered by NYS certified teachers and qualified community educators (e.g., tutors, teaching artists, etc.), that directly aligns with

G. Describe how the school will support personalized learning for all students through differentiated instruction, timely and targeted interventions for students who require additional support, and opportunities for acceleration.

H. Describe how the school will integrate high-quality and engaging enrichment programming that builds critical knowledge and skills and exposes students to potential college and career pathways.

I. Describe how the school will embed consistent and meaningful opportunities for all constituencies to collaborate with their peers, participate in professional development that improves instructional practices, and engage in self-

21

J. Describe how the school will utilize data cycles that include baseline, progress monitoring, and summative evaluation measures for evaluating teaching and learning and informing appropriate supports, interventions, and/or

K. Describe how the school will allocate and integrate school, district, and community resources strategically to ensure that identified goals are achieved and critical program components can be sustained and/or scaled up over

22

D2. Leading Indicator(s): Identify the specific indicators that will be used to monitor progress toward the goal. For each leading indicator, enter a "Y" into the cell for each applicable Tenet for which that indicator will be used.Student Growth Percentile for Low-Income StudentsStudent Average Daily AttendanceStudent Drop-Out RateStudent Credit Accruals (HS Students)Student Completion of Advanced CourseworkStudent Suspension Rate (Short-Term / Long-Term)Student Discipline ReferralsStudent Truancy RateStudent Performance on January Regents ExamsStudent Participation in ELT OpportunitiesMinutes of Expanded Learning Time (ELT) OfferedTeacher Average Daily Attendance RateTeachers Rated as "Effective" and "Highly Effective"Teacher Attendance at Professional DevelopmentParent Attendance at WorkshopsParent Participation in District/School Surveys

Common Leading Indicators Worksheet

23

Tenet 2 Tenet 3 Tenet 4 Tenet 5 Tenet 6

X x xX x x

x xx

X X x X XX

24

E1. Start Date: Identify the projected start date for each activity.

E2. End Date: Identify the projected end date for each activity.

September 1, 2015 June 30, 2016

October 17, 2015 June 5, 2016

October 23, 2015 June 12, 2016


October 20, 2015 June 8, 2016

August 20, 2015 June 15, 2016

C1. Needs Statement: Create a clear and concise statement that addresses the primary need(s) to be addressed. Be sure to incorporate the most recent DTSDE review and other applicable data.

D1. SMART Goal: Create a goal that directly addresses the Needs Statement. The goal should be written as Specific, Measurable, Ambitious, Results-oriented, and Timely.

D2. Leading Indicator(s): Identify the specific indicators that will be used to monitor progress toward the goal.

Tenet 2 - School Leader Practices and DecisionsB1. HEDI Rating:B2. HEDI Rating Source:B3. HEDI Rating Date:

25

Visionary leaders create a school community and culture that lead to success, well-being and high academic outcomes for all students via systems of continuous and sustainable school improvement.Effective building data

The school leader will collaborate with the staff for programing, hiring and retention practices, the fiscal management of the building and community partnerships. We will enhance this work with the enhancement of technology and strengthening partnerships.

The school leader will continue to collaborate with the staff for programing, hiring and retention practices, the fiscal management of the building and community partnerships.

DTSE review effective rating

E3. Action Plan: Detail each action that will take place in order to achieve the identified SMART Goal. Specifically describe what each planned activity is; who will be responsible for completing each activity; who will participate in each activity; how often each activity will take place; and the intended impact of each activity. Do not combine multiple activities into a single cell; each activity should be written in its own cell. ILD (Assistant Superintendents) will complete a Principal Cycle of Inquiry for each principal around an area of focus for school improvement twice per year, once in the fall and once in the late winter. ILD (Assistant Superintendents) will oversee Principal Learning Walks and implement appropriately aligned professional development for principals with regards to collecting instructional data around the 5 D and providing feedback to teachers. (October 17, December 5, January 9, February 26, March 27, June 5).ILDs (Assistant Superintendents) and Superintendent will participate in Leadership and Project Development professional development and coaching sessions (October 23-24, January 15-16, June 11-12).All Building Principals will participate in the Partnership Leadership Academy for Principals, 9 days in 2014-15 SY (September 16, October 30, November 12, December 18, January 22, February 6, March 12, April 30, May 28).Building principal will co facilitate Building Leadership Team meetings 6 times per year specifically for the monitoring, implementation and update of the school improvement plan to ensure continuous and sustainable school improvement ( add additional meeting plus summer and 2 hours a month and 20 hours over the summer )10/20, 11/24,1/27( Full Day) 3/23,5/25,6/8 Full Day.The Building Leader will use data to strategically design and implement professional development for Teachers and Staff once per month to address academic or behavioral needs of students and monitor student progress. ( Create a PD calendar ) On the following dates: 9/30, 10/21, 11/18, 12/16, 1/20, 2/24, 3/16 , 4/20, 5/18, 6/15.

Tenet 2: School Leader Practices and Decisions

26








August 26, 2015 July 5, 2016



B3. HEDI Rating Date:



Tenet 3 - Curriculum Development and Support

B1. HEDI Rating:B2. HEDI Rating Source:


27


October 1, 2015 June 1, 2016

September 1, 2015 December 31, 2015

11/24/2015 ***** June 8, 2016

28

Curriculum Development and Support: The school has rigorous and coherent curricula and assessments that are appropriately aligned to the Common Core Learning Standards (CCLS) for all students and are modified for identified subgroups in order to maximize teacher instructional practices and student-learning outcomes.DEVELOPING Classroom visits, lesson plans, planning notes, portfolio, common planning team meetings , RTI, Cognos reports. DTSE Review Date March, 18 and 19 2015

We continue to have difficulty finding the resources to allow teachers appropriate time collaborate.

Teacher will have a 20% increase in collaboration and planning time to better address the need of the grade level teaming and the needs of students.

Vertical alignment of curriculum, across all subject areas, Utilizing Data teaming to identify areas of need. This information will be reported in the teacher common planning time binder.

E3. Action Plan: Detail each action that will take place in order to achieve the identified SMART Goal. Specifically describe what each planned activity is; who will be responsible for completing each activity; who will participate in each activity; how often each activity will take place; and the intended impact of each activity. Do not combine multiple activities into a single cell; each activity should be written in its own cell. The Director of Curriculum and Instruction will create a plan by September 30, 2014 for a 5 year cycle of program and curriculum review for implementation by the Curriculum Coordinating Council.The Director of Curriculum & Instruction will define a Curriculum Coordinating Council and its roles and responsibilities in regards to a 5 year cycle of program and curriculum review by September 30, 2014.Curriculum Coordinating Council will create ad hoc teams consisting of persons from each content area to engage in Year 1 Review for review of program and curriculum. The Director of Curriculum & Instruction will monitor and receive the findings by April 1, 2015 in order to prepare a written report of Curriculum to the BOE by May 30, 2015.The Instructional Supervisors in ELA and Math will lead the development and completion of K-5 curriculum units aligned to the CCLS by December 31, 2014 of support from the Leadership and Learning Center. Hire dedicated substitutes (for school improvement prioritized and/or allowable activities such as studio classroom, grade level meetings, vertical meetings, data meetings) to support implementation of the CCLS.Principal Learning Walk provided by the Assistant Superintendents/ILD's in concert with CEL on providing effective feedback to teachers on August 25 and 26 with follow up full day sessions on October 17, December 5, January 9, March 27, and June 5 as part of the Principal Learning Walk Protocol. Complete a minimum of one principal cycle of inquiry, each semester, in order to impact teacher practice and student achievement.The school leader will participate in district level Math Studio Classroom on:9/---- 10---- 11/6 1/12.13,14, 2015 - 3/2,30,31,2014 - 5/6,7, 15, 2015 . School leader participation in studio classroom work will establish a shared understanding of the instructional shifts and a collaborative learning environment for implementation of the CCLS.

Tenet 3: Curriculum Development and Support

29

The school leader will meet yearly with staff to identify goals and ways in which to support then in the delivery of the district developed curricula level planning instruction. on 9/2/15We will have grade level team meetings each trimester to examine the data points (NWEA, AIMs Web, RTI referrals, RTI interventions) and regroup students according to their academic needs. October 2015 , January 2016, June 2016The Instructional Supervisors in Math and ELA will lead teacher teams in the development and completion of K-5 curriculum units aligned to CCLS by December 31, 2015 with support of Leadership and Learning Center. BLT will meet to review curriculum quarterly through grade level meetings, common planning time, data meetings and RTI meetings notes. 11/24/15, 1/27/16, 3/23/16, 6/8/16

30



October 1, 2015 June 1, 2016


October 1, 2015 March 31, 2016

October 1, 2015 March 31, 2016

August 1, 2015 August 21, 2015


October 7, 2015 June 4, 2016




Tenet 4 - Teacher Practices and Decisions



31

August 20, 2015 June 30, 2016

September 3, 2015 September 4, 2015September 3, 2015 September 4, 2015

32

Teacher Practices and Decisions: Teachers engage in strategic practices and decision-making in order to address the gap between what students know and need to learn, so that all students and pertinent subgroups experience Developing Classroom visits, lesson plans, planning notes, portfolio, common planning team meetings , RTI, Cognos reports. DTSE Review Date March, 18 and 19 2015

Based on our 2014/2015 SCEP, data showed inconsistencies with teachers using differentiation and student ownership of learning.

100% of teachers will receive training in differentiation and developing student leadership. This will allow students to have ownership of their own learning.

Differentiation will be reflected in lesson plans, RTI notes, ISP, and teacher analysis forms. Students will show ownership of their learning using data binders, and student led conferences.

E3. Action Plan: Detail each action that will take place in order to achieve the identified SMART Goal. Specifically describe what each planned activity is; who will be responsible for completing each activity; who will participate in each activity; how often each activity will take place; and the intended impact of each activity. Do not combine multiple activities into a single cell; each activity should be written in its own cell. Teachers will engage in PD on differentiation instruction for all students. (To be scheduled)

PD on Data binders and academic goal setting based on teacher feedback and data binder trends, student rating scales (9/3/15).Studio Schools—personnel from the Office of Teaching and Learning (Director of C&I, Instructional Coach/PD Coordinator, Instructional Supervisors, and Coaches) will partner with the Center for Education Leadership to coordinate and implement the Studio classroom embedded professional development model to support implementation of the CCLS aligned curriculum. NSES (K-2), DCS (K-2), Giffen (6)(K-2), TOAST (K-2), Hackett (6-8), NAA (6-8), ASH (6), AHES (6)(K-2), EPES (6)(K-2), PHES (6)(K-2), SAA (K-2) and SPA (K-2) will participate in the Studio classroom PD beginning in October and ending in May for two-day sessions occurring approximately every other month. Studio Schools—personnel from the Office of Teaching and Learning (Director of C&I, Instructional Coach/PD Coordinator, Instructional Supervisors, and Coaches) will partner with the Center for Education Leadership to coordinate and implement the Studio classroom.The District's Data Coordinator will create Vision Cards A1 and A2 broken down to the building, grade, and classroom levels.Seven teachers will engage in district-provided Studio Classroom Design (embedded PD) which will occur 10 times throughout the SY. This opportunity provides a platform for teachers to engage in collaborative learning as they examine and implement the CCLS and instructional shifts. One teacher in grade 6 will engage in district-provided Studio Classroom Design which will occur 10 times throughout the school year. This opportunity provides a platform for teachers to engage in collaborative learning as they examine and implement the CCLS and instructional shifts.

Tenet 4: Teacher Practices and Decisions

33

The school building leader will complete 2 cycles of inquiry with The Assistant Superintendent, by examining student data, collecting evidence of teacher practice as it relates to student data, and changing their practice to impact teacher practice and ultimately student achievement. We will meet monthly to look at progress. PD for ENL and SPED for student differentiation in the classroom (9/3/15).PD on Data binders and academic goal setting based on teacher feedback and data binder trends, student rating scales (9/3/15).

34




October 1, 2015 May 1, 2016

September 1, 2015 January 1, 2016

September 1, 2015 May 1, 2016


September 1, 2015 October 1, 2015

August 1, 2015 August 1, 2015

September 1, 2015 January 1, 2016


August 1, 2015 October 1, 2015

August 1, 2015 October 1, 2015





Te

Tenet 5 - Student Social and Emotional Developmental Health



35

Student Social and Emotional Developmental Health: The school community identifies, promotes, and supports social and emotional development by designing systems and experiences that lead to healthy relationships and a safe, respectfulEffectiveSchool wide data9/2014 - 6/2015

Continuation of school wide Leadership/PBIS initiative to support the social/ emotional needs of all students. Classrooms will achieve a behavioral compliance threshold of 90%. Currently all but on classroom fell below the 80% mark.

Increase the number of students that attend the monthly PBIS celebration to 95%

Reduction in the number of students referred to RTI for behavior, reduction in the number of discipline referrals school-wide. 85% of all classrooms will use Class Dojo to monitor behavior. Classrooms will achieve a behavioral compliance threshold of 90%. Currently all but on classroom fell below the 80% mark.

E3. Action Plan: Detail each action that will take place in order to achieve the identified SMART Goal. Specifically describe what each planned activity is; who will be responsible for completing each activity; who will participate in each activity; how often each activity will take place; and the intended impact of each activity. Do not combine multiple activities into a single cell; each activity should be written in its own cell.

Based on monthly behavior data, classrooms that fall below 80% will receive support from the school support team.

Mentoring program for students who present with behavior challenges and low motivation.

PBIS field trips will continue bi-annually.

7 habits training will continue throughout the building assisted by the lighthouse team.

Student support services team will continue to address the social/emotional needs of all students.

Teachers will receive PD on using Class Dojo.The Assistant Superintendents and Director of Curriculum & Instruction will roll out the new Teaching and Learning Division work plan to the Cabinet for the redesign of Student Support Services.Director of Curriculum & Instruction will form a task force to define Core Life Skills and research developmental models for implementation by January 1, 2015.District PBIS Leadership Team, under the direction of the Director of Curriculum & Instruction will meet quarterly to monitor the implementation of District-wide PBIS/RTI-Behavior Plan with fidelity (November, February, May, August).Director of Curriculum & Instruction will oversee the roll out of the Second Step Character Education Pilot to grades K-3.Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, the Director of Special Education in collaboration with the Department of Teaching and Learning will develop and implement student crisis response team training for The PBIS planning committee will meet a minimum of once a month and be responsible for training and teaching staff and students on the school wide behavioral matrix and expectations. (Going to combine leadership team and pbis team).

enet 5: Student Social and Emotional Developmental Health

36

The school creates a culture of partnership where families, community members and school staff work together to share in the responsibility for student academic progress and social-emotional growth and well-being.Effective Per Building Data No district review

Continue to develop communication with the school, community and families that leads to greater student achievement, as well as, positive social-emotional development.

To offer Informational sessions to 100% of our families about school-wide behavioral expectations and use of class dojo and The 7 Habits . To continue Literacy and Math Nights annually and to increase participation by 25%. Continue to reach out to community resources for implementation of afterschool programs.

Sign-in sheets for events, parent participation in class dojo, increase in community partnerships, reduction in behavioral referrals, increase in student achivement.

E1. Start Date: Identify the projected

start date for each activity.

E2. End Date: Identify the projected end

date for each activity.

E3. Action Plan: Detail each action that will take place in order to achieve the identified SMART Goal. Specifically describe what each planned activity is; who will be responsible for completing each activity; who will participate in each activity; how often each activity will take place; and the intended impact of each activity. Do not combine multiple activities into a single cell; each activity should be written in its own cell.

September 1, 2015 October 1, 2015 Meet the Teacher night, An opportunity for parent to understand school expectation, curriculum, and activities for the school year. September 9, 2015 May 1, 2016 Continue Residency program with St. Rose, We will have 6 residency student working our classrooms January 15, 2016 January 1, 2016 Continue Literacy and Math nights, in March, ficilitated by the Coaches and teachers

September 1, 2015 June 1, 2016 Partnership with Police and Fire Dept. Continue the September 9, 2015 June 1, 2016 Implementation of Class Dojo in all classroom utilizing tablets to monitor on the goSeptember 1, 2015 June 1, 2016 Continue Community Partnership (i.e.. Historic Cherry Hill, St. Rose, Hudson River Estuary program)September 1, 2015 June 1, 2016 Leadership Newsletter (monthly)To be completed by the Leadership committee, to transfer to student managed by March. September 1, 2015 June 1, 2016 Increase PTA membership, with the support of the Home School Coordinator providing outreach to parents.



D2. Leading Indicator(s): Identify the specific indicators that will be used to monitor

progress toward the goal.

Tenet 6: Family and Community Engagement

Tenet 6 - Family and Community Engagement


C1. Needs Statement: Create a clear and concise statement that addresses the

primary need(s) to be addressed. Be sure to incorporate the most recent DTSDE review

and other applicable data.

37

September 1, 2015 June 30, 2016Director of Communications will participate as a co-leader of this Albany Promise committee beginning in July 2014, assisting to identify appropriate stakeholders and facilitate regular meetings throughout the 2015-16 academic year.

June 1, 2015 August 31, 2015Director of Communications will continue to expand the infrastructure for robust district communication to and feedback from parents and community members by clearly defining job descriptions in the redesigned Office of Communications.

August 1, 2015 January 1, 2015The Director of Communications will collaborate with the HR Administrator to define the roles and responsibilities for and hire the Community Engagement Coordinator for the 2015-16 academic year.

October 1, 2015 January 1, 2016The Community Engagement Coordinator will engage and facilitate, with administrators and teacher representation, the design of a comprehensive family and community engagement plan, including the development of a Parent University framework within one month of hire, setting clear and attainable goals for the 2015-16 academic year.

Documents

2015-2016 School Comprehensive Education Plan (SCEP) · The School Comprehensive Education Plan ... English Proficient Students ... Continue the work of the previous year and go deeper