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Wilemon STEAM Academy

2019-2020 Campus Improvement Plan

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Mission StatementWilemon will create an innovative learning environment in which students thrive, using critical thinking, creativity, communication, and

collaboration to solve real world problems and promote career awareness.Through a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, students will use the Engineering Design Process: Ask, Imagine, Plan, Design,

Improve, and Share, to engage in project-based learning which will enrich their understanding for mastering the state standards.Wilemon will embrace that failure is a “First Attempt In Learning,” a growth mindset, and that “the power of YET” will create personal resiliency to

enhance our success.Wilemon staff will encourage and guide students to find their inner passion through exploration, inquiry, and real-world experiences.

Wilemon staff and students will invest in communities through partnerships, and giving of our time, talents, and resources to create global footprintsand become responsible citizens.

VisionThe vision of Wilemon STEAM Academy is to prepare student leaders to be equipped with the 21st century skills necessary to be successful, as well as

make a difference, in a continually changing world through an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.



Table of Contents

Comprehensive Needs Assessment 5Demographics 5Student Academic Achievement 7School Processes & Programs 9Perceptions 12

Priority Problem Statements 15Comprehensive Needs Assessment Data Documentation 16Goals 19

Goal 1: Wilemon STEAM Academy will empower students to achieve academic growth and success through strategically designed curriculum anddynamic instruction. 19Goal 2: Wilemon STEAM Academy will develop and maintain safe, innovative and attractive facilities that will support optimal learning, equitablegrowth and sustainable development. 26Goal 3: Wilemon STEAM Academy will actively seek, develop and retain highly effective personnel and provide ongoing relevant professionaldevelopment that translates to student engagement and success. 31Goal 4: Wilemon STEAM Academy will leverage the latest technology to provide pathways to academic growth and success in a dynamic world. 32Goal 5: Wilemon STEAM Academy will encourage, promote and increase engagement and awareness through effective communication among allstakeholders. 33Goal 6: Wilemon STEAM Academy will allocate resources to ensure that students, parents, and the community receive optimal educational services. 38

Title I Schoolwide Elements 40ELEMENT 1. SWP COMPREHENSIVE NEEDS ASSESSMENT (CNA) 401.1: Comprehensive Needs Assessment 40ELEMENT 2. SWP CAMPUS IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP) 402.1: Campus Improvement Plan developed with appropriate stakeholders 402.2: Regular monitoring and revision 422.3: Available to parents and community in an understandable format and language 422.4: Opportunities for all children to meet State standards 422.5: Increased learning time and well-rounded education 432.6: Address needs of all students, particularly at-risk 43ELEMENT 3. PARENT AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT (PFE) 433.1: Develop and distribute Parent and Family Engagement Policy 43



3.2: Offer flexible number of parent involvement meetings 43Title I Personnel 45Campus Education Improvement Committee 46Campus Funding Summary 47



Comprehensive Needs Assessment

Demographics

Demographics Summary

Demographics refer to the characteristics or make-up of the students of the school district and help staff members understand who thedistrict is currently working with and how to best implement strategies, initiatives, programs and services to meet their needs.

Total Student Enrollment:

426

Ethnic Distribution: **waiting on 18-19 tapr report from TEA

American Indian 0%Asian .5%Black/African American 8.02%Hispanic/Latino 24.56%White 62.41%Hawaiian/Pac Island 0%Two or more 4.51%

Student Groups:

Economically Disadvantaged: 49.62%English Language Learners (ELL): 1.5%Students w/Disciplinary Placements: 0.2%At-Risk: 39.85%Special Education: 9.52%Gifted and Talented Education: 7.77%Career and Technical Education: N/AMobility: 10.76%



Demographics Strengths

Strengths:

Consistent enrollmentBalance of male/female studentsConsistent special program enrollmentAt-risk population lower than district and state averageEthnic variety of staffLow student/teacher ratiosStudent progress from prior yearDiversity of student and staff populationDiverse certifications of staffClassroom/specials teachers/administrators, NISE certified

Problem Statements Identifying Demographics Needs

Problem Statement 1: Gifted and Talented student population is low in ethnicities other than white. Hispanic - 3.23%, Two or more races - 9.68%, White -87.1%. Root Cause: Lack of standard requirements for GT testing submissions to ensure an adequate number of students from all ethnic backgrounds arerecommended for testing. Need communication to all parent groups in a variety of ways regarding GT testing.

Problem Statement 2: Student attendance needs to be higher to increase student performance. Root Cause: Lack of a variety of attendance incentives,follow up with parents, communication regarding excused/unexcused notes and timeline



Student Academic Achievement

Student Academic Achievement Summary

Student Achievement data refers to the annual and longitudinal reviews from varied sources of formal and informal data. This data provideinsights about the degree to which students are acquiring the knowledge and skills expected for each grade level and course of study.

District Accountability Rating - Met Standard

2018-19 STAAR Results:

Grade Level Subject # of Students Approaches Meets Masters3rd Math 73 84% 56% 33%3rd Reading 72 83% 51% 35%4th Math 58 79% 52% 28%4th Reading 57 75% 42% 25%4th Writing 57 68% 35% 11%5th Math 69 94% 61% 45%5th Reading 69 94% 55% 36%5th Science 68 91% 66% 28%

Student Academic Achievement Strengths

Campus rating of "B" from TEA72% STAAR student growth measure overallIntervention groupsLeveled Literacy ProgramPart time Reading Recovery programRTI program implemented with fideltyHighest Science STAAR passing scores in the district - 91%High percentage of STAAR masters scores in third grade math - 33%Highest title one STAAR scores in fourth grade in the districtStudents utilizing a STEAM mindset in academics



Implementation of NISE strategies in instructionSelf-contained classrooms Kindergarten-Fifth grade

Problem Statements Identifying Student Academic Achievement Needs

Problem Statement 1: Special Education STAAR scores are lower than the state average except for 4th grade math. Root Cause: Lack of specialeducation staff during the 2018-19 school year, targeted interventions

Problem Statement 2: STAAR Writing scores are the lowest of the subject areas tested. Root Cause: Lack of consistent district program for writinginstruction, intervention, and teacher training.

Problem Statement 3: Hispanic Students in grade 4 performed 10% lower on STAAR Math and Reading. Root Cause: Teachers new to content areas andadditional support for student intervention.

Problem Statement 4: Economically disadvantaged students in grade 5 performed lower on STAAR Math/Reading/Science than the general population.Root Cause: Lack of tailored intervention to meet all student needs - academics, mentoring, intervention.



School Processes & Programs

School Processes & Programs Summary

Wilemon has a diverse staff that includes male and female professionals, as well as people of different ethnicities and backgrounds. Allteachers and administrators are NISE certified, which contributes to the overall knowledge base and performance of the STEAM campus.The positive climate and culture are evident on student,staff, campus, and district surveys.

The PTO has great involvement from Wilemon families and staff. Community partners contribute to the school via donations,volunteering, and support of students and staff. Wilemon utilizes the LEADS program for PBIS, as well as the house system from the RonClark Academy. Wilemon is made up of four houses - Dreamers, Creators, Leaders, and Givers. Wilemon has similar technology to allother WISD elementary schools. The campus utilizes IPad's for classroom and library technology. Wilemon lives by and embodies thismotto - "We take care of ourselves, we take care of others, we take care of Wilemon. The Future Is Bright At Wilemon!"

School Processes & Programs Strengths

High parent/community involvement via PTO, makerspaces, donationsBullying/reporting education and awarenessStrong school pride, culture, and shared ownership among stakeholdersWell-behaved students - low office referrals/incidentsEngaged studentsPerception that school is safeParents feel input is valuedStudents enjoy coming to schoolUnique makerspaces offer a variety of learning experiences for studentsAll teachers/administrators are National Institute of STEM Education (NISE) certifiedSTEAM instruction increases student performance/engagementTeacher observations of other peers on campusTeacher training yearly from Texas A&M SparkDistrict curriculum department supports teacher developmentTRS curriculum management storehouse for the district's Guaranteed Viable Curriculum (GVC)Team half-day planning each semester



Consistent data meetings with school administration to review DCA dataWeekly PLC meetingsTEKS AlignmentDaily Intervention TimeTraining on new adoption materialsTechnology professional development opportunities throughout yearOnline curriculum programs and resources, i.e. Education GalaxyAdditional iPads available for checkout in libraryUse of Eduphoria for online forms and district common assessmentsAbility to maintain a safe, secure, and efficient technological environment using enhanced web filters and firewallsSkyward online student enrollmentiNation teacher iPad initiativeDistrict technology plan (infrastructure upgrades, cabling)Responsive tech support on campusTeacher dashboard for access to programsClassroom mobile devices and projectorsDART Foundation grant - provides STEAM technology and tools

Problem Statements Identifying School Processes & Programs Needs

Problem Statement 1: All staff have exterior keys to access doors without badge access and doors are sometimes left unlocked.. Root Cause: Lack ofmultiple badge access at exterior doors throughout the campus. Only two badge access doors currently.

Problem Statement 2: Additional support and time needed to refine and enhance project-based learning STEAM instruction. Root Cause: Teachers are inyear two of implementing project-based learning and STEAM instruction.

Problem Statement 3: Family Access Enrollment is not widely used in an efficient manner by families. Root Cause: Some parents do not know how touse family access and need additional training and support on all it has to offer.

Problem Statement 4: Technology is not always available when needed by teachers. Root Cause: Lack of devices in the classrooms and to checkout in thelibrary.

Problem Statement 5: Lack of vertical alignment in planning among grade levels on student products. Root Cause: Lack of adequate planning time tomeet with other grade level teams on planning. New campus and new teams.



Problem Statement 6: No school programs during the school day that focus on student choice or afterschool club offerings. Root Cause: Need staffvolunteers to conduct clubs afterschool. Need to implement schedule for student choice in programs during the school day.

Problem Statement 7: Student goal setting is not consistent across the campus. Root Cause: Need campus-wide goal setting expectations and processes.

Problem Statement 8: Lack of playground equipment and outdoor options for students in grades 3rd-5th. Root Cause: Current playground equipment isfor students in grades PreK-2nd.

Problem Statement 9: Lack of visibility in the doors of classrooms to special education, art, and LLI. Root Cause: lack of windows in the doors

Problem Statement 10: Teachers do not have adequate storage in their classrooms in grades 1st-5th for instructional materials and student items. RootCause: Classrooms do not have shelving or cabinets. Need built-in shelving.

Problem Statement 11: There is not a safe entry during severe weather for students coming from the music classroom, as well as needing to exit quicklyfrom the art classroom. Root Cause: Doorway has been closed off near music room



Perceptions

Perceptions Summary

VISION:

Wilemon STEAM Academy equips and empowers students to embrace a growth mindset through critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, andcommunication to positively impact their world.

MISSION:

Wilemon will create an innovative learning environment in which students thrive, using critical thinking, creativity, communication,and collaboration to solve real world problems and promote career awareness.Through a focus on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, students will use the Engineering Design Process: Ask,Imagine, Plan, Design, Improve, and Share, to engage in project-based learning which will enrich their understanding for masteringthe state standards.Wilemon will embrace that failure is a “First Attempt In Learning,” a growth mindset, and that “the power of YET” will createpersonal resiliency to enhance our success.Wilemon staff will encourage and guide students to find their inner passion through exploration, inquiry, and real-world experiences.Wilemon staff and students will invest in communities through partnerships, and giving of our time, talents, and resources to createglobal footprints and become responsible citizens.

Wilemon uses the house system from Ron Clark to build community and a positive campus culture. Additionally, Wilemon utilizes theLEADS program as their PBIS initiative to encourage positive choices among students.

Perceptions Strengths

Communication of events/activities through Wilemon Facebook and Twitter pages, as well as the school websiteStudents are excited and engagedStudents report that Wilemon has a positive learning environmentPositive campus surveys from students, staff, and parentsHigh number of community sponsors and donorsFamily involvement opportunities throughout the school year



Weekly Principal School MessengerClassroom SeeSaw updatesSkyward Parent Portal (grades, attendance, enrollment information, and health records)"Neighborhood" schoolDads at the Door programWilemon PTO activitiesCooperation between campuses to provide parent resources (i.e. Parent Education classes, Junior High Night for 5th grade students)Positive campus climate and cultureHouse systemLEADS ProgramCompetitive salary attracts candidatesPositive parent perception of staffLow teacher and staff turnover rateStrong teacher applicant pool/effective recruitment of highly-qualified teachersL.E.A.P. Academy for aspiring administratorsG.U.I.D.E. New Teacher Mentoring programStudent needs being met due to effective teacher/student placementData-driven decisionsDistrict and campus professional development opportunitiesNational Institute for STEM Education Certified Wilemon teachers/administratorsLow number of office referrals/incidents, not discriminatory by ethnicityStrong classroom managementMakerspace areas throughout the building

Problem Statements Identifying Perceptions Needs

Problem Statement 1: Parents lack knowledge of how to support students academically at home using technology resources. Root Cause: Additionaltraining needed for parents on how to use district technology applications to support students academically at home.

Problem Statement 2: Robotics teacher is needed to provide 21st century diverse technology STEAM expertise. Root Cause: Lack of funding.

Problem Statement 3: Full time Reading Recovery teacher or reading intervention program needed to provide intense, high quality intervention tostudents. Root Cause: Lack of funding.



Problem Statement 4: Makerspace areas are not being utilized to their full extent. Root Cause: Lack of training, coordination, and communication ofteachers and volunteers

Problem Statement 5: SeeSaw communication system is not being utilized to it's maximum capacity by all stakeholders. Root Cause: Additional trainingfor students, staff, and parents on SeeSaw program and features.



Priority Problem Statements



Comprehensive Needs Assessment Data DocumentationThe following data were used to verify the comprehensive needs assessment analysis:

Improvement Planning Data

District goalsCampus Performance Objectives Summative Review from previous yearCurrent and/or prior year(s) campus and/or district improvement plansCampus and/or district planning and decision making committee(s) meeting dataState and federal planning requirements

Accountability Data

Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) dataStudent Achievement DomainStudent Progress DomainClosing the Gaps DomainEffective Schools Framework dataComprehensive, Targeted, and/or Additional Targeted Support Identification dataAccountability Distinction DesignationsFederal Report Card DataPBMAS data

Student Data: Assessments

State and federally required assessment information (e.g. curriculum, eligibility, format, standards, accommodations, TEA information)State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) current and longitudinal results, including all versionsSTAAR Released Test QuestionsTexas English Language Proficiency Assessment System (TELPAS) resultsStudent Success Initiative (SSI) data for Grades 5 and 8Local diagnostic reading assessment dataSSI: Istation Indicators of Progress (ISIP) accelerated reading assessment data for Grades 3-5 (TEA approved statewide license)Local diagnostic math assessment dataLocal benchmark or common assessments dataRunning Records resultsIstation Indicators of Progress (ISIP) reading assessment data for Grades PK-2Other Prekindergarten and Kindergarten assessment data



Student Data: Student Groups

Race and ethnicity data, including number of students, academic achievement, discipline, attendance, and rates of progress between groupsSpecial programs data, including number of students, academic achievement, discipline,attendance, and rates of progress for each student groupEconomically disadvantaged / Non-economically disadvantaged performance and participation dataSpecial education/non-special education population including discipline, progress and participation dataAt-risk/non-at-risk population including performance, progress, discipline, attendance, and mobility dataEL/non-EL or LEP data, including academic achievement, progress, support and accommodation needs, race, ethnicity, and gender dataSTEM/STEAM dataGifted and talented dataDyslexia DataResponse to Intervention (RtI) student achievement data

Student Data: Behavior and Other Indicators

Attendance dataMobility rate, including longitudinal dataDiscipline recordsStudent surveys and/or other feedbackClass size averages by grade and subject

Employee Data

Professional learning communities (PLC) dataStaff surveys and/or other feedbackTeacher/Student RatioState certified and high quality staff dataCampus leadership dataCampus department and/or faculty meeting discussions and dataProfessional development needs assessment data

Parent/Community Data

Parent surveys and/or other feedbackParent engagement rateCommunity surveys and/or other feedback

Support Systems and Other Data

Organizational structure dataProcesses and procedures for teaching and learning, including program implementation



Communications dataBudgets/entitlements and expenditures dataStudy of best practices



GoalsRevised/Approved: October 14, 2019

Goal 1: Wilemon STEAM Academy will empower students to achieve academic growth and successthrough strategically designed curriculum and dynamic instruction.

Performance Objective 1: By July 2020, 90% of all students will meet standard on the Reading and Math sections of the state assessment (STAAR), 80%in Writing, 95% in Science, and the African American, Hispanic, Economically Disadvantaged, and Special Education student groups will show at least 5%growth.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 1: Data from District Common Assessments, State Assessment Reports, Eduphoria Aware Reports, TAPRReports, Istation data, Education Galaxy data, Skyward data, Campus Retention data, Summer Program Enrollment, DRA Data, ReadingRecovery Data, ARD data, TELPAS assessment data, and progress monitoring data

Summative Evaluation 1:

Strategy Description Monitor Strategy's Expected Result/ImpactReviews

Formative SummativeNov Jan Mar June

1) Monitor and support the district's guaranteedand viable curriculum - TEKS Resource System(TRS).

Principal, Asst.Principal,CampusAdvisory Team

- T-TESS data - TRS questions in CNA survey-Student progress on DCAs, TRS assessments,and state assessments

2) Conduct Purposeful Planning sessions forgrade level teams in all content areas.

Curriculum andInstructionDepartment,Principal

- Sessions held four times during the school year- Common scheduling of units of study and plans - Improved planning with use of TRS documents

3) Increase Writing achievement with staffdevelopment on the Empowering Writersprogram.

Curriculum andInstructionDepartment,Principal

- Student progress on state Assessmentinstruments - T-TESS data

Funding Sources: Title I (211) - 0.00, Title II (255) - 0.00





4) Decrease the gap in STAAR readingachievement between student groups in allsubject areas by utilizing Leveled LiteracyIntervention (LLI).

Curriculum andInstructionDepartment,Principal, Asst.Principal

- Increased percentage of students meetingexpectations on the state assessment instruments

Funding Sources: Title I (211) - 0.005) Increase staff access to STAAR and otherassessment data for improvement of instructionand learning.

Principal,Curriculum andInstructionDepartment

- Eduphoria Aware Reports - TAPR Reports- Istation data - Education Galaxy data- Skyward data

6) Increase student/staff use and proficiency oftechnology to enhance academic achievement.

Principal, Asst.Principal

- Student Technology Assessment (5th grade)data - Education Galaxy and Istation Usage Reports - State Assessment Data - T-TESS Documentation

7) Decrease the percentage of students retainedat the Student Success Initiative (SSI) gradelevel 5 through data analysis and focusedintervention


- Campus Retention data- Summer Program Enrollment-State assessment results

Funding Sources: Title I (211) - 0.00, SCE - 0.00

8) Increase the percentage of students meetingexpectations on the K-2 reading assessmentthrough Reading Recovery intervention.


- DRA Data - Reading Recovery Data - Istation Data

Funding Sources: Title I (211) - 68000.009) Increase the percentage of special educationstudents included in general education classes

Principal, SpecialEducationTeacher

- Student Information System/ Class RosterInformation - ARD data - Master Schedule

10) Increase the percentage of ELL studentswho improve by one or more proficiency levelsand who earn the Advanced High proficiencyrating via the use of Sheltered Instructionstrategies in the classroom.

LPACCoordinator,Principal

TELPAS assessment data

Funding Sources: Title III (263) - 0.00

11) Monitor the effectiveness of theGifted/Talented program at Wilemon for gradesK-5.

G/T Specialist,Principal

District G/T Guidelines Increase in student GT identification





12) Continue to implement the Response toIntervention (RtI) layered model for effectivestudent support.

Principal - Progress Monitoring Data - Eduphoria Aware Reports - State Assessment Data - Benchmark Data

13) Gather feedback from all teachers regardingthe implementation of all local benchmarks andcurriculum checks; Data must be reviewed viaEduphoria: Teachers review data from districtcommon assessments to improve studentmastery


- Grade level and WLab data- District Common Assessment data

Funding Sources: SCE - 0.00, Title I (211) - 0.00, Local Funds - 0.00

14) All students identified with dyslexia willreceive instruction in the dyslexia program for aminimum of 45 minutes per day - four days aweek.

Dyslexia teacher,Principal

Improvement in reading/spelling skills andprogress

Funding Sources: SCE - 0.00

15) 5th grade Career Fair will be hosted tointroduce students to a variety of career options.

Counselor Student survey completed after fair to elicitfeedback from students.

16) Teachers in all grade levels will utilizeScience instructional strategies from the STEMcoordinator and NISE training to increasestudent mastery of science TEKS.

Principal Increase in student engagement, proficiency, andprogress in Science - evidenced on scienceSTAAR test.

17) $458.15 in Title One funds will be used topurchase STEMScopes Math online program tosupport high levels of instruction andintervention in fourth grade. $4,567.85 in titleone funds will go toward supplies.

Principal, AP Increase in Math DCA and simulationperformance, as well as STAAR.

Funding Sources: Title I (211) - 5026.00

= Accomplished = Continue/Modify = No Progress = Discontinue



Goal 1: Wilemon STEAM Academy will empower students to achieve academic growth and success through strategically designed curriculum anddynamic instruction.

Performance Objective 2: By July 2020, 70% of all Special Education students will meet standard or show growth on the state assessments (STAAR).

Evaluation Data Source(s) 2: ARD data, State Assessment results, DCA results, TAPR data, and Benchmark data




1) Increase inclusion time and support forSpecial Education students.

Principal, SpecialEducationteacher

Increase in benchmark and state assessmentscoresSchedule of Services data

2) Daily intervention time to address individualstudent needs.


Increase in benchmark and state assessmentscores

3) Mentoring program via staff members andhigh school students to provide psycho-socialsupport to identified learners.

Principal,Counselor

Increase in benchmark and state assessmentscores. Increase in positive, optimistic outlook ofstudents.

4) Implementation of Student Success Skillsprogram to improve study habits, goal-setting,and classroom performance.

Counselor,Principal

Increase in classroom performance, i.e. grades,test scores, behavioral adjustments.

5) Special education and general educationteachers will continually monitor and pull datato drive instructional strategies.

Principal Increase in special education student growth andperformance on STAAR.





Performance Objective 3: By July 2020, 90% of all English Language Learner (ELL) students will meet standard on the state assessments (STAAR).

Evaluation Data Source(s) 3: State Assessment results, TAPR data, Benchmark data, TELPAS assessment results, DCA data




1) Daily use of Sheltered Instruction strategiesin the classroom.



2) Use of Response to Intervention process toidentify and address student needs.





Increase in benchmark and state assessmentscores.

4) Mentoring program via staff members andhigh school students to provide psycho-socialsupport for identified learners.

Principal,Counselor


Increase in the positive, optimistic outlook ofstudents.


Counselor,Principal

Increase in classroom performance, i.e. grades,test scores, behavioral adjustments





Performance Objective 4: By July 2020, 90% of Economically Disadvantaged students will meet standard on the reading and math state assessment(STAAR).

Evaluation Data Source(s) 4: State Assessment results, TAPR data, discipline reports, District Common Assessment, and Benchmark data




1) RtI process will allow collaboration on thedetermination of effective interventions forstruggling students.



2) Targeted intervention for students in grades3-5, based on demonstrated weaknesses inbenchmark data.

Principal, ,Asst.Principal


3) Mentoring program via staff members andhigh school students to provide psycho-socialsupport for identified learners.

Principal,Counselor


Increase in the positive, optimistic outlook ofstudents.





Counselor,Principal

Increase in classroom performance, i.e. grades,test scores, behavioral adjustments





Performance Objective 5: Increase teacher opportunities to vertically plan with their peers to continue growth academically.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 5: Schedule, student feedback via surveys




1) Provide vertical planning time andexpectations for teachers to collaborate withpeers in different grade levels.

Principal Increase in collaboration across grade levels tosupport student learning




Goal 2: Wilemon STEAM Academy will develop and maintain safe, innovative and attractive facilities thatwill support optimal learning, equitable growth and sustainable development.

Performance Objective 1: During the 2019-20 school year, there will be zero breaches of security measures, in order to provide a safe environment.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 1: Safety and incident reports




1) Conduct a security audit on campus Coordinator ofSecurity,Principal, Asst.Principal

- Audit Report- Board Reports

2) Maintain campus Emergency OperationsProcedures (EOP) guidelines

Coordinator ofSecurity,Principal, Asst.Principal

- EOP Guidelines- Training materials

3) Complete a campus facilities needsassessment on security cameras, lighting, andbadge access

Director ofFacilities,Coordinator ofSecurity,Principal

- Needs assessment data- Board reports

4) Implement policy, awareness educationprogram, and training for staff members in thefollowing areas: (a). Bullying and Cyber-bullying,(b). Child Abuse (c) ImplementBullying Policy as required under TEC 37.0832

Principal, Asst.Principal,Counselor

- Curriculum and lesson activities- SHAC minutes and presentations- Discipline reports- Alternative campus assignments

Funding Sources: Title II (255) - 0.00, Local Funds - 0.005) Develop and implement a plan to assiststudents, parents, and teachers who transitionbetween campuses or grade levels. A ParentOrientation will be provided for all parents tofacilitate the transition to new grade levels.

Principal - Campus Orientation guidelines- Parental Involvement Policy and Compact

Funding Sources: Title I (211) - 0.00, Local Funds - 0.00

6) Conduct emergency drills at consistentintervals throughout the school year.

Coordinator ofSecurity,Principal, Asst.Principal

Efficient and timely student and staffparticipation.





7) Campus Crisis Management Team will meettwice a semester to identify security needs,which will be shared with the District SecurityDirector and Facilities Director.

Principal,FacilitiesDirector,Security Director

Secure and safe educational environment




Goal 2: Wilemon STEAM Academy will develop and maintain safe, innovative and attractive facilities that will support optimal learning, equitable growthand sustainable development.

Performance Objective 2: There will be a 10% decrease in discipline incidents and a 2% increase in attendance this year.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 2: Discipline and attendance records (PEIMS)




1) Positive reinforcement for attendance(classroom and campus-wide) will encouragestudent daily attendance.

Classroomteachers,principal

Percentage increase in attendance rate

Funding Sources: Local Funds - 0.002) Implementation of school-wide PositiveBehavior Intervention Support (PBIS) to reducethe number of office referrals and studentsassigned to the Disciplinary AlternativeEducation Program (DAEP).

Principal, Asst.Principal(CampusBehaviorCoordinator)

Decrease in discipline incidents

Funding Sources: Local Funds - 0.00





Performance Objective 3: 100% of students will participate in a health and fitness program.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 3: Fitness Gram records and CATCH health program curriculum data




1) Review and implement the district approvedCATCH health program and district guidelinesat grades K-5.

PE Teacher,Principal,CATCHCommittee

Curriculum - CATCH materials- Online resources - SHAC minutes and presentations

Funding Sources: Local Funds - 0.002) Complete Fitness Gram assessment atapplicable grade levels

PE Teacher,Principal

Improvement/growth/progress in Fitness GramData for individuals and campus as a whole

3) Fluoride Varnish program for students in K-2to proactively address dental health

Nurse, Principal Student participation in programDecrease in dental issues for students

4) Lions Club program for students who needeyeglasses

Nurse, Principal Student participation in program Decrease in eyesight issues for students in schoolsetting

5) Vision and hearing screenings for students indesignated grade levels

Nurse, Principal Identification of students with vision and/orhearing issues





Performance Objective 4: By June 2020, 100% of the facilities management goals will be completed.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 4: Demography report, Long Range Plan report, PEIMS data, and Energy Usage report




1) An exterior door will be installed to allowstudents to safely enter the building from theMusic classroom.

Principal,FacilitiesDirector

Students will be able to safely enter the buildingfrom the Music room

2) Shelving will be installed in all generaleducation classrooms to address storage needs.


Teachers will be able to store and organizeclassroom materials.

3) Badge access will be added by exteriorcourtyard doors to allow safe entry for studentsand staff from the playground area.


Teachers and staff will be able to safely enterfrom the playground area without using anexterior key.

4) Additional AC units will be installed withclassroom controls in all third grade, specialeducation, Art, and LLI classrooms.


Portable AC units will be removed and teacherswill be able to control the air temperature in theirclassrooms.

5) Windows will be added in all four third gradeclassrooms.


Allow for additional exit in the event of a fire, aswell as increase student and teacher well being.

6) Windows will be installed in the first floorspecial education, LLI, and Art classrooms.


Visibility of the classroom and safety/security

7) All security cameras will function andcameras will be added in the office area.


Administrators will be able to view securityfootage of all areas of the building




Goal 3: Wilemon STEAM Academy will actively seek, develop and retain highly effective personnel andprovide ongoing relevant professional development that translates to student engagement and success.

Performance Objective 1: Teachers and staff will be supported and provided with continuous professional development opportunities.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 1: Eduphoria Workshop report, Campus PD offerings and collaboration schedules, District curriculum support




1) Texas A&M Spark will provide a refreshertraining to teachers on STEM integration andinstructional strategies.

Principal Increased integration of STEM into lessons andinstruction, successful new instructionalstrategies implemented

2) National Institute for STEM Educationrefresher training and support for teachers tofurther build upon NISE instructional strategies.

Principal Increased integration of STEM into lessons andinstruction, further implementation of NISEstrategies

3) Teacher will be given half a day of planningwith substitutes provided, in order to plancollaboratively with their team and curriculumcoordinators.

Principal Increase in effective lesson plan with STEAMintegration




Goal 4: Wilemon STEAM Academy will leverage the latest technology to provide pathways to academicgrowth and success in a dynamic world.

Performance Objective 1: The campus will effectively utilize the technology tools provided by the district to enhance academic growth for our studentswhile seeking technology that meets the needs of students.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 1: Network Usage Report, Server Usage Report, Wireless Connectivity Report, Eduphoria Workshop reports,Technology survey data, and audit findings report




1) Review current technology and needs forimprovement.

Principal Teacher survey's, technology audit

2) Hire a Robotics teacher to provide 21stcentury diverse technology expertise to studentsto increase academic achievement

Principal - Increased academic achievement


3) Provide 21st century technology tools andtraining for teachers to integrate technology intoclassroom instruction.

PrincipalAsst. PrincipalInstructionalTechnologyCoordinator

-Increased integrated technology instructioninside the classroom-Increased student achievement

Funding Sources: Title II (255) - 0.00, Local Funds - 0.004) Provide teachers and parents with FamilyAccess training.

-Principal -Increased enrollment in Family Access-Increased parental involvement-Increased student achievement

Funding Sources: Title I (211) - 0.00, Title II (255) - 0.00, Local Funds - 0.005) Offer training for teachers, parents, andstudents to increase utilization of variousfeatures in SeeSaw to enhance communication.

Principal Increase in SeeSaw usage of various features -students commenting on one another's posts,reflecting - to solidify student learning and sharewith parents.




Goal 5: Wilemon STEAM Academy will encourage, promote and increase engagement and awarenessthrough effective communication among all stakeholders.

Performance Objective 1: Ensure frequent and effective communication among all stakeholders, including parent engagement activities.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 1: Sign-in sheets, parent survey(s), Practical Parent Education curriculum




1) Ensure positive relationships are formed withall parents in order to promote greater personalinvolvement in the education of their children:(a). Provide parents the opportunity to receiveinformation about extra-curricular activityopportunities (specifically UIL and DestinationImagiNation), and (b). Provide parents withinformation about how the district defines high-quality teaching and learning


- Parent/Teacher Conference data- Campus Website- Extra-curricular Activity Brochure- Parent Orientation

2) Revise and update campus and teacherwebsites to ensure parents have access topertinent information and news.

Principal - Updated website data

3) Organize and promote a Practical ParentEducation (PPE) Night each semester of theschool year.

Counselor,Principal, Asst.Principal

- Parent Education Night Agendas/Flyers- Sign-in sheets (high attendance percentage)

Funding Sources: Title I Parental Involvement - 0.00, Local Funds - 0.004) Develop and implement a Parent Compact toengage parents in their child's educationalexperience

Federal ProgramsCoordinator,Principal

- Copies of the Parent Compact for each parent- Title I Parent Information Meeting agenda,sign-in sheet, and minutes

5) Develop campus Facebook/Twitter pages andconsistently use School Messenger to provideupdates regarding campus activities and events.

Principal Number of "likes" on page, positive parentfeedback and increased involvement

6) Encourage parent attendance at PTOmeetings by consistent advertising via multiplemedia outlets, e.g. School Messenger, parentflyers, website, student calendars, and socialmedia


Increase in parent involvement on campus andduring school-related activities.






7) Post PTO meeting notices via multiple outlets- school messenger, social media, website,student calendars

Principal Increase in parent involvement and attendance atPTO meetings and campus events




Goal 5: Wilemon STEAM Academy will encourage, promote and increase engagement and awareness through effective communication among allstakeholders.

Performance Objective 2: Campus website will be frequently checked/updated - at least two times per semester.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 2: Website evaluation, Calendar, Events, Social Media links




1) 1) Principal will work with the webmasterand campus staff to ensure the Wilemon websiteis up to date with teacher websites, social medialinks, calendar link, pictures, and upcomingevents

Principal Increase in parent/community awareness ofevents and campus information





Performance Objective 3: Wilemon will hold at least two parent involvement nights during the 2019-2020 school year, and will use Title One funds topurchase needed resources.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 3: Sign-in Sheets, Advertisements, Business Office Documentation of PO's




1) Wilemon will hold a Fall Carnival during thefirst semester as the fall parent involvementnight.

Principal Increase in parent involvement and understandingof activities that students participate in atWilemon.

2) Wilemon will hold WSA STEAM night inthe Spring as the parent involvement night.

Increase in parent involvement and understandingof activities that students participate in atWilemon.

3) Wilemon will partner with JacobsEngineering to provide at least two on- campusvisits with the firm and students, one fourthgrade field trip to Jacobs Engineering, and onefamily night in the Spring hosted by the firm.4) Wilemon will hold a family night in theSpring focused on increasing studentachievement in Reading, as well an increasedpassion for reading, using $437.00 in parentinvolvement Title One funds.

Principal Increase in ELAR DCA scores, Simulationscores, DRA reading levels - due to studentsincreased engagement in Reading

Funding Sources: Title I Parental Involvement - 437.00





Performance Objective 4: Makerspace volunteer opportunities will be shared with parents and the community via social media, school messenger, andother outlets to increase involvement.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 4: Volunteer sign in sheet, volunteer roster for makerspaces, makerspace schedule, flyer, social media/schoolmessenger posts




1) Makerspace volunteer flyer will be shared viasocial media and school messenger.

Principal Increase in interest to serve as makerspacevolunteers

2) Makerspace training will be conducted for allvolunteers to ensure they are knowledgeableabout the area in which they serve.

Principal Volunteers are able to assist students in selectingappropriate materials for projects.

3) Ideas for integrating makerspaces intoinstruction will be shared with teachers, as wellas professional development to utilize themakerspaces.

Principal, STEMCoordinator

Increase in makerspace usage and teacherunderstanding of makerspace connections




Goal 6: Wilemon STEAM Academy will allocate resources to ensure that students, parents, and thecommunity receive optimal educational services.

Performance Objective 1: During the second semester of the 2019-2020 school year, a tutor will be hired with Title 1 funds to increase student academicgrowth in class and on the STAAR test in grades 3-5.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 1: STAAR test scores, documentation of intervention schedule showing 4 hours of instruction daily for 23 days,Data showing increase in student performance, Payroll Report




TEA PrioritiesBuild a foundation of reading and math

1) Academic tutor will be hired for tutoring forSTAAR in grades 3-5 during the Spring.

Principal Increase in student performance on grades 3-5STAAR Reading, Math, Writing, and Science

Funding Sources: Title I (211) - 2300.00




Goal 6: Wilemon STEAM Academy will allocate resources to ensure that students, parents, and the community receive optimal educational services.

Performance Objective 2: Clubs will be offered during the school day within houses to allow students to be involved in an extracurricular activity thatmeets their interests.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 2: Schedules, Parent communication




1) Meet with the PBIS team to determine theclub offerings, schedule, and additional details.

Principal Clear schedule with campus buy-in of the system

2) Ensure clubs are offered twice a month toallow students to build upon relationships andinterests.

Principal Increase in student engagement and choice, aswell as meet the needs of all students.




Title I Schoolwide Elements

ELEMENT 1. SWP COMPREHENSIVE NEEDS ASSESSMENT (CNA)

1.1: Comprehensive Needs AssessmentCNA initial training/meeting - March 27, 2018

CNA meeting - May 2, 2018

CNA meeting to develop CNA - May 21, 2018

Title 1 Annual Meeting, Parent Involvement Policy and School Parent Compact Meeting - September 6, 2018

Intial CAT Meeting for the 2018-19 school year - September 20, 2018

CAT Meeting - November 8, 2018

CAT Meeting - February 21st

CAT Meeting - April 11th

ELEMENT 2. SWP CAMPUS IMPROVEMENT PLAN (CIP)

2.1: Campus Improvement Plan developed with appropriate stakeholdersCNA Meeting Participant List:

Kate Authier, Principal



Karin Polk, Assistant Principal

Kishen Lavender, Counselor

Jana Gary, Nurse

Sarah Beratto, Teacher

Sarah Block, Teacher

Patty Harris, Teacher

Jessica Nelson, Teacher

Halee Tucker, Teacher

Laura Zurfas, Teacher

Allyson Pierce, Teacher

Chris Burkhalter, Teacher

Glenna Reisner, Librarian

Kelly Slone, Computer/Paraprofessional

Cindy Wiedemann, Parent

Tara Ledbetter, Parent

Caroline Ford, Parent

Daphne Emmons, Parent

Jessica Lavy, Parent

Ramona Norman, Community

Patrick Wilson, Community



Bradley Allen, Business

Elisa Ornelas, Business

2.2: Regular monitoring and revisionCIP will be updated throughout the year after each CAT meeting.

September 20, November 8, February 21, and April 11

2.3: Available to parents and community in an understandable format andlanguageCIP developed May 21, 2018.

CIP will be posted to the website.

CIP is in English and translation will be made available to parents upon request.

CIP was reviewed at Sept. 20th CAT meeting

CNA committees were formed on 2/21 and met throughout February and March

CNA information was shared and CIP updated at April 11th meeting

2.4: Opportunities for all children to meet State standardsProvide opportunities for all children to meet proficient and advanced levels of student academic achievementUse effective methods of instructional strategies that are based on scientifically based research that:Strengthens the core academic programIncreases the amount of time learningIncludes stategies for serving underserved populationsIncludes stategies to address the needs of all children in the school, but particularly low achieving children and those at risk of not meeting statestandards



Address how the school will determine if those needs of the children have been metAre consistent with and are designed to implement state and local improvement plans, if any

2.5: Increased learning time and well-rounded educationSmall group intervention and tutoring will be provided to increase learning time.We are a STEAM campus and will provide hand-on learning and exposure to science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics to provide awell-rounded education.Part time Reading Recovery program and Leveled Literacy Intervention will provide effective intervention instruction.

2.6: Address needs of all students, particularly at-riskWilemon STEAM Academy will work with Curriculum Coordinators to evaluate data, identify student needs, and develop teacher instructional stategies topromote growth and success for all students with emphasis on students who are at-risk.

Wilemon STEAM Academy will work closely with the school counselor to address student needs to ensure all students are able to learn effectively.

ELEMENT 3. PARENT AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT (PFE)

3.1: Develop and distribute Parent and Family Engagement PolicyParent and Family Engagement Policy was developed and reviewed on September 6, 2018.

Parent and Family Engagement Policy was distributed to all parents via SeeSaw during the week of September 10th.

Parent and Family Engagement Policy posted on the campus website.

Parent and Family Engagement Policy was available in English and made available to parents in other languages upon request.

3.2: Offer flexible number of parent involvement meetingsMay 21, 2018



September 20, 2018, November 8, February 21, and April 11

November 12th - Love and Logic Training

December 3rd - Self-Esteem in Children parent night hosted by Mrs. Lavender - Counselor



Title I Personnel

Name Position Program FTE

Kathy Wilson Reading Recovery Teacher Title I 1.0Kelly Kahlden Leveled Literacy Intervention Aide Leveled Literacy Intervention 1.0



Campus Education Improvement Committee

Committee Role Name PositionAdministrator Kate Authier PrincipalAdministrator Karin Polk Assistant PrincipalNon-classroom Professional Kishen Lavender CounselorClassroom Teacher Sarah Jordan TeacherClassroom Teacher Jennifer Nash TeacherClassroom Teacher Randi Loafman TeacherClassroom Teacher Halee Tucker TeacherClassroom Teacher Jessica Otterson TeacherClassroom Teacher Aimee Cooper TeacherClassroom Teacher Chris Burkhalter TeacherNon-classroom Professional Glenna Reisner LibrarianParaprofessional Kelly Slone Computer teacherCommunity Representative Kim HarrisonParent Tara LedbetterCommunity Representative Mark MillerBusiness Representative Adrian SanchezBusiness Representative Sandy KingParent Patrick WilsonDistrict-level Professional Ashley Cieri Coordinator of Digital Learning



Campus Funding Summary

Title I (211)Goal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 3 $0.001 1 4 $0.001 1 7 $0.001 1 8 $68,000.001 1 13 $0.001 1 17 Supplies, Programs $5,026.002 1 5 $0.004 1 4 $0.006 1 1 $2,300.00

Sub-Total $75,326.00

Title II (255)Goal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 3 $0.002 1 4 $0.004 1 3 $0.004 1 4 $0.00

Sub-Total $0.00

Title III (263)Goal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 10 $0.00Sub-Total $0.00



SCEGoal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 7 $0.001 1 13 $0.001 1 14 $0.00

Sub-Total $0.00

Local FundsGoal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 13 $0.002 1 4 $0.002 1 5 $0.002 2 1 $0.002 2 2 $0.002 3 1 $0.004 1 2 $0.004 1 3 $0.004 1 4 $0.005 1 3 $0.005 1 6 $0.00

Sub-Total $0.00

Title I Parental InvolvementGoal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

5 1 3 $0.005 3 4 Family Night Supplies $437.00

Sub-Total $437.00Grand Total $75,763.00



Documents

2019-2020 Campus Improvement Plan Wilemon STEAM Academy ... · insights about the degree to which students are acquiring the knowledge and skills expected for each grade level and