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Comprehensive School Improvement

Plan

Paintsville High School

Paintsville Independent

Charles McClure, Principal

225 Second Street Paintsville, KY 41240

Document Generated On January 5, 2017

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 1

Phase I - Equitable Access to Effective Educators School Diagnostic

Introduction 3 Equitable Access to Effective Educators - School 4

Phase I - The Missing Piece

Introduction 16 Stakeholders 17 Relationship Building 18 Communications 19 Decision Making 21 Advocacy 23 Learning Opportunities 24 Community Partnerships 25 Reflection 26 Report Summary 27

Improvement Plan Stakeholder Involvement

Introduction 29 Improvement Planning Process 30

Phase I - Needs Assessment

Introduction 32 Data Analysis 33 Areas of Strengths 34 Opportunities for Improvement 35 Conclusion 36

2016-2017 Plan for KDE Comprehensive School Improvement Plan

Overview 38 Goals Summary 39

Goal 1: 2016-2017 Continue to maintain an average graduation rate above 95% in 2017. 40

Goal 2: 2016-2017 Increase the percentage of students who are college and career ready from 71.3 to 74.5% by 2019

41

Goal 3: 2016-2017 Facilitate improved communication among all stakeholders. 43

Goal 4: Ensure that all teachers and principals receive training and are provided support and guidance of the

Professional Growth and Effectiveness System (PGES). 45

Goal 5: 2016-2017 Increase the average combined reading and math proficiency ratings for all students in the non-

duplicated gap group from 39% to 50% in 2017. 46

Goal 6: Instructional time will be respected and dedicated to the learning climate and educational processes. 47

Goal 7: 2016-2017 Increase the math proficiency/distinguished ratings for high school students in the nonduplicated

gap group from 23.8% to 40% by 2017. 48

Goal 8: 2016-2017 GAP:Increase achievement among subgroups 49

Goal 9: 2016-2017 Novice reduction: Decrease the percentage of students scoring at the novice level 49

Activity Summary by Funding Source 51

Phase II - KDE Assurances - Schools

Introduction 57 Assurances 58

Phase II - KDE Compliance and Accountability - Schools

Introduction 65 Planning and Accountability Requirements 66

Executive Summary

Introduction 87 Description of the School 88 School's Purpose 89 Notable Achievements and Areas of Improvement 90 Additional Information 96

Introduction

The following Kentucky Department of Education resources should be referenced to assist in the development of

Comprehensive School and District Improvement plans. Each document outlines the purpose and characteristics of effective

plans by component.

Needs Assessment: http://education.ky.gov/school/csip/Documents/Effective%20Needs%20Assessment.pdf

Goals: http://education.ky.gov/school/csip/Documents/Effective%20KBE%20Goals.pdf

Objectives: http://education.ky.gov/school/csip/Documents/Effective%20School%20Objectives.pdf

Strategies: http://education.ky.gov/school/csip/Documents/Effective%20Strategies.pdf

Activities: http://education.ky.gov/school/csip/Documents/Effective%20Activities.pdf

Executive Summary: http://education.ky.gov/school/csip/Documents/Effective%20Executive%20Summary.pdf

KDE encourages the use of the 30-60-90 day plan template as schools incorporate and monitor the goals, objectives,

strategies and activities specified in the Comprehensive Improvement Plan.

Comprehensive School Improvement PlanPaintsville High School

SY 2016-2017 Page 1© 2017 Advance Education, Inc. All rights reserved unless otherwise granted by written agreement.

Phase I - Equitable Access to Effective

Educators School Diagnostic



Introduction National data show that poor and minority students, English Language Learners and students with disabilities continue to be taught more

often than their peers by inexperienced, out-of-field or ineffective teachers. As a result, the United States Department of Education (USDE)

required states to develop equity plans and use evidence based strategies to address this issue. Kentucky’s plan is focused on teacher

preparation; recruitment, hiring and placement of teachers; providing supports for on-going, job-embedded professional learning; and

strategies to retain teacher and leaders.

All districts and schools in Kentucky are required to identify barriers and develop strategies to address these issues to achieving equitable

access to effective educators for students most at risk. This is being incorporated within the Comprehensive District and School Improvement

Plans. This diagnostic should be used as tool for identification of barriers and a catalyst for development of strategies that will result in novice

reduction for gap closure. Strategies will be incorporated into the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan.

Kentucky’s Plan Submitted to U.S. Education Department

http://education.ky.gov/teachers/PGES/Documents/Teacher%20Equity%20Plan.pdf



Equitable Access to Effective Educators - School

Provide a brief analysis the school data from the chart. Include any trends, note-worthy data points or perceptions the data has

provided related to equitable access to effective educators. Paintsville Jr/Sr High School community of 347 students and 27 teachers, all teaching within their areas of expertise, is led by a seasoned

principal and a first year vice principal. The average years experience for teachers is 12, with 89% of teachers having more than four years

experience and 11% having less than three. There is one National Boards Certified teacher and two KTIP teachers. The student gap

community is composed of 1.8% minority, 10.3% students with disabilities and 37.4% students from poverty. There are no English Language

learners. After the data analysis is complete, the school will then identify the barriers (challenges) for some of the identified trends. An

identified barrier, for example, could be higher teacher turnover in priority schools as compared with non-priority schools. Once

the barriers have been identified, then root causes of why the barriers exist will be included. We don't have a high teacher turnover. We feel that consistency in staff puts our school at an advantage to areas with excessive and

frequent teacher turnover. We don't have the same challenges faced by more urban and or diversified areas such as large numbers of

poverty and English language learners. However we noted that our poverty percentage is steadily increasing with the decline in our

economy. We also identify a barrier to be the low percentage of minority students in our school. As a trend students from schools with a

more diversified community are more well rounded. Also we have no minority teachers which again is a barrier to cultural awareness for our

students.

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentSchool Equity Data(1)

Complete the School Equity Data tab for thisdiagnostic. Include at least one other self-selected indicator for consideration.*Self-selected data could come from a variety ofsources. It should be relevant to the needs ofthe school. Examples could include: principal,teacher or student demographic data;percentage of National Board CertifiedTeachers or Advanced Degrees; teacher orprincipal effectiveness data, TELL, turnover.**The school should complete the information inthe chart ONLY for the subgroups reported inthe School Report Card where the data hasbeen suppressed to protect studentidentification required by the Family EducationalRights and Privacy Act (FERPA).Follow the steps below:

Iacknowledge that I haveuploadedthe SchoolEquity Data.

PHS EquityDiagnostic



Equitable access to effective educators must be reflected in the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan. Strategies could

include, but are not limited to, recruitment; hiring and placement of teachers and/or students; providing supports for on-going, job-

embedded professional learning to improve teacher and leader effectiveness; and strategies to retain teacher and leaders,

particularly in high needs schools. Once implemented, these should assist the school in meeting the goals set in the previous

section.

If there are strategies and activities within one of the five major goals of the CSIP, which adequately addresses equitable access,

the school may select the appropriate goal, objective, strategies and activities.

OR

The school may create a new goal to address equitable access to effective educators. Once a new goal has been created, the

school will need to include appropriate objectives, strategies and activities.

The school may choose to provide an optional narrative response to include any additional information, but this is not required.

Goal 1:

2016-2017 Increase the percentage of students performing as proficient or distinguished in biology on the K-Prep End of Course from 12.5%

to 30% by 2017. Measurable Objective 1:

A 12% increase of Tenth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency in biology skills assessment in Science by 09/28/2017 as measured

by K-Prep End of Course and progress reports. Strategy1:

Freshen up the teacher - Professional development opportunities will be pursued by all teachers within a content area that fails to meet or

exceed student performance on state testing.

Category:

Research Cited:

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentGoal Setting (4) Complete the School Equity Goals tab. Use the

school's most recent measures in the Equity tabof the School Report Card to set equitableaccess goals for the next three years. Themeasures include: Working Conditions, OverallTeacher and Leader Effectiveness, OverallStudent Growth, Percentage of new and KTIPteachers, and Percentage of Teacher Turnover.

***Goals should reflect an analysis of barriers,root causes and strategies.

Iacknowledge that I haveuploadedthe SchoolEquity GoalData.

PHS Equity



Strategy2:

Biology or Bust - RTI will be provided to any student identified as not meeting classroom efficiency and mastery of content.

Category:

Research Cited:

Goal 2:

2016-2017 Continue to maintain an average graduation rate above 95% in 2017. Measurable Objective 1:

100% of Twelfth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency to obtain a Paintsville High School diploma at the end of the senior year. in

Career & Technical by 05/15/2015 as measured by graduation rate. Strategy1:

Eliminate Reading Early on - All students grades 7-12 will be individually tested and the 10 lowest scoring students per grade will receive

additional instructional from the Reading Coach.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy2:

Activity - Freshen up the teacher ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount

& Source Staff Responsible

All teachers within a content area that studentsdo not meet or exceed state performance willattend current professional development,approved by the Instructional Superviser, toimprove classroom performance.

ProfessionalLearning 10/01/2015 07/01/2016 $500 - District

Funding

Instructional superviser,superintendent, principal,teachers

Activity - Biology RTI ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Students identified as not mastering Biologyclass skills will participate in RTI.

Class SizeReduction 10/01/2015 06/01/2016 $0 - District

Funding Biology teacher, principal

Activity - Format it ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Biology teacher will incorporate End of Coursestyle testing into classroom instruction andtesting throughout the year to engage studentsin testing style.

DirectInstruction 10/01/2015 07/01/2016 $0 - No Funding

RequiredBiology teacher andprincipal

Activity - Eliminate Reading ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


By identifying students with reading difficultiesand offering additional reading instruction wecan lesson the burden and stress on studentsas they move toward graduation.


RequiredReading Coach, Englishteachers and principal



Know the Students - By identifying the students academic needs the school will better service the student and enhance the educational

environment.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy3:

Graduate Now - Provide career/college guidance to students at an early age and utilize the ILP to keep students focused on goals. Provide

each student RTI or other forms of tutoring and credit recovery as they travel through high school. Ensure that each student has the

opportunity to experince success in and out of the classroom.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy4:

Get them to school!! - An attendance committee will review the current attendance policy and develop a plan to improve attendance and

decrease drop out rates. This plan may include an incentive program.

Category:

Research Cited:

Activity - Gifted and Talented, IEP and 504 ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Documentation will be included in lesson plansto exhibit how modifications, adaptions andenrichments are made to address the needs ofindividuals with special circumstances,including Gifted Service Plans, IEPs, and 504s.


Required

Special educationteachers, gifted andtalented teachers, allclassroom teachers,principal and guidancecounselors

Activity - RTI and ILP for YOU ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Utilize RTI and ILP to keep students focused ongoals while monitoring student success.

AcademicSupportProgram

10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $0 - DistrictFunding

Principal, guidancecounselor, teachers

Activity - Make School Safe ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Actively engage relationships with all studentsat an early age so that students feel safe in theschool environment. Educate all studentsabout bullying and other forms of harassmentwhich are contributers to student's changingschools.

BehavioralSupportProgram

10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 - GeneralFund

Teachers, guidancecounselor, principal,Family Resource Centerdirector

Activity - School Daze ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


The Family Resource Center will collaboratewith the principal and Attendance Committee todevise an incentive program to increase studentattendance.

RecruitmentandRetention

10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 - GeneralFund

Family resource center,principal, and Attendancecommittee



Goal 3:

2016-2017 Facilitate improved communication among all stakeholders. Measurable Objective 1:

collaborate to improve communication with all stakeholders by 05/30/2014 as measured by increased involvement of stakeholders in school

climate and environment.. Strategy1:

TELL Survey and other - TELL survery and additional survey data will be compiled and compiled so that the findings serve as resource to

improve school climate and stakeholder involvement and relations.

Category: Stakeholder Engagement

Research Cited:

Strategy2:

Welcome Tigers!! - PHS will strive to collaborate with local resources such as the local media, FRYSC, community outreaches and support

services (Health Department, Public Library,etc) to transmit information and promote stakeholder involvement. Open Houses, extracurricular

events, and addition of volunteers will be some of the tactics employed to gain stakeholder participation.

Category:

Research Cited:

Activity - TELL the tale ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Findings from the TELL survery will be used todirect Professional Growth Plans so that thedistrict reflects inwardly to improve customersatisfaction among all stakeholders.

CommunityEngagement 12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $0 - No Funding

Required Principal

Activity - Project Prom ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Parent will be invited to assist PHS staff in thecreation and facilitation of PHS Project Prom.

ParentInvolvement 08/09/2013 05/30/2014 $0 - No Funding

Required

PHS Project Promfacilitator and PHSadministrative staff

Activity - Tiger Sports and Academics ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Stakeholders will be invited to assist in thecreation and facilitation of sporting andacademic events such as Tiger Madness,Academic Meets, fundraising, etc.


RequiredPHS Administrative staff,coaches and sponsors



Strategy3:

Faculty/Staff - Based on 2013-2014 TELL findings, PHS faculty and staff expressed concerns in regard to school climate and teacher morale.

In an effort to address this, administration will be proactive in more effective communication, positive reinforcement, and overall attention to

the school climate and teacher need.

Category: Human Capital Management

Research Cited:

Goal 4:

Ensure that all teachers and principals receive training and are provided support and guidance of the Professional Growth and Effectiveness

System (PGES). Measurable Objective 1:

collaborate to ensure that all Paintsville Jr/Sr High School teachers and principal are fully trained to begin implementing the PGES system in

2014-15 by 07/31/2014 as measured by the training and guidance provided during the preparatory pilot phase.

Activity - Weekly Newsletter/PeriodicalSurveys

ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


The Family Resource Center will offer a weeklynewsletter to all stakeholders and willperdioically administer surveys to allstakeholders regarding school climate,etc.


Required

PrincipalFamily Resource CenterDirector

Activity - Celebration ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


In response to the TELL survey, administrationwill seek out ways to celebrate highperformance. For example, after the release ofKPREP scores, all students were rewarded bygrade level and faculty/staff enjoyed a gratitudeluncheon. Teacher/Secretary AppreciationDays are observed. The district as well as theprincipal gives faculty/staff annual holiday gifts.

CommunityEngagement 08/01/2014 07/01/2016 $5000 - General

Fund

SuperintendentPrincipalBoard of Education

Activity - Secret Pals ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


A Secret Pal program was implemented inwhich all faculty and staff were invited toparticipate. The gift exchange will continuethroughout the school year with a largecelebration/reveal in May. We feel this hasadded fellowship amongst our faculty.


Required All faculty/staff

Activity - Talking Points ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


All faculty/staff receive the FRYSC weeklynewsletter, a monthly calendar of events isavailable in the teacher workroom, monthlySBDM and BOE meetings, monthly facultymeetings, consistent e-mail communicationfrom the principal, superintendent, guidancecounselor, and instructional supervisor.


Required

Instructional SupervisorSuperintendentPrincipalGuidance Counselor



Strategy1:

Principal Preparation - School leadership will collaborate with district personel to ensure that all principals are trained in the new PGES

system prior to the 2014-15 school year.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy2:

Implementation Supports - Principal will utilize assistance from district leadership to develop a schedule for implementing the steps of

PGES, including observation assistance, technical guidance, feedback, etc.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy3:

Teacher Preparation - School leadership team will collaborate with district level personnel to ensure that all teachers are trained in the new

PGEAS system prior to 2014-15 school year.

Category:

Research Cited:

Goal 5:

2016-2017 Increase the average combined reading and math proficiency ratings for all students in the non-duplicated gap group from 39% to

50% in 2017.

Activity - Danielson Certification ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Principal will utilize support from districtleadership to complete Teachscape trainingsand acquire certification in the DanielsonFramework for teachers observation.

ProfessionalLearning 08/01/2013 08/01/2014 $900 - Race to the

Top

Superintendent, PHSPrincipal and InstructionalSupervisor

Activity - Implementation Supports ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Principal will utilize assistance from districtleadership to develop a schedule forimplementing the steps of PGES, includingobservation assistance, technical guidance,feedback, etc.

Policy andProcess 12/05/2013 07/31/2014 $1000 - Race to the

Top

Superintendent,Instructional Supervisor,and PHS Principal

Activity - Training on the Multiple Meaures ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


School leadership and district personnel (withassistance from state and educationalcooperative contacts) will provide training andsupports to teachers on the multiple measuresthat will make up the teacher effectivenesssystem (ie student voice, self-reflection,observations, student growth)

ProfessionalLearning 08/01/2013 08/01/2014 $0 - No Funding

RequiredInstructional supervisor,PHS principal



Measurable Objective 1:

demonstrate a proficiency in the average math and reading scores by 07/01/2017 as measured by KBE Gap Goals . Strategy1:

Computer Based Math - All students will be assigned DIGITS and Math Counts accounts and will participate in these computer based

programs as part of the Math Curriculum.

Category: Continuous Improvement

Research Cited:

Strategy2:

Tutoring Services - Tutoring services will be available to students.


Research Cited:

Strategy3:

Computer Based Reading - Students will be assigned Reading Plus and Accelerated Reader accounts. Time and resources will be made

available to all students to successfully use these computer based programs to increase reading comprehension.


Research Cited:

Activity - DIGITS and Math Counts ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Students will participate in computer basedmath programs as part of the math curriculumsto increase math proficiency. Programs such asDIGITS and Math Counts will be fully supportedand maintained for students use. Students willbe provided ample time to use schooltechnology.

Technology 09/01/2015 07/01/2016 $2000 - GeneralFund

All math teachersPrincipal

Activity - Tutoring Services ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Any student in need of tutoring will be assistedby the school in finding tutoring services.


12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $0 - No FundingRequired

Guidance CounselorPrincipalAll Teachers

Activity - AfterSchool Services ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


All middle school students will be offered theopportunity to participate in After Schoolservices provided by the city of Paintsville.


09/12/2015 07/01/2016 $0 - No FundingRequired City of Paintsville



Strategy4:

FEED the Mind - All students identified in the GAP group will be offered nutritional services according to state guidelines.


Research Cited:

Goal 6:

Instructional time will be respected and dedicated to the learning climate and educational processes. Measurable Objective 1:

demonstrate a proficiency in the preservation of quality instructional time by 05/31/2016 as measured by an increase in test scores and

through classroom observations. Strategy1:

Freshen up the Classrooms - Administration will take measures to preserve the quality of instructional time and the learning environment.


Research Cited:

Activity - Computer Based Reading ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Students will be assigned Reading Plus andAccelerated Reader accounts. Time andresources will be made available to all studentsto successfully use these computer basedprograms to increase reading comprehension.

Technology 09/01/2015 07/01/2016 $3000 - SchoolCouncil Funds

PrincipalEnglish TeachersLibrary Media Specialist

Activity - FEED the Mind ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


The school will make concerted efforts to obtainFree/Reduced Lunch applications from everystudent. Any student identified as eitherqualifying or in need of nutritional services willreceive individualized assistance in assuring allpaperwork is complete. The school will alsoimplement incentive programs to encourage allstudents to return completed lunch applications.



Family Resource CenterDirectorPrincipalGuidance CounselorAll teachers

Activity - Professional Development ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Professional development opportunities alignedto content will be pursued by all teachers withina content area that fails to meet or exceedstudent performance on state testing. Allteachers will receive professional development.


RequiredAdministration andteachers



Goal 7:

2016-2017 Increase the math proficiency/distinguished ratings for high school students in the nonduplicated gap group from 23.8% to 40%

by 2017. Measurable Objective 1:

A 21% increase of Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency of proficient/distinguished on state

testing in Mathematics by 10/01/2016 as measured by test scores. Strategy1:

Math Matters - Math department will collaborate to improve math instruction, align math curriculum and identify individual students deemed in

need during the school day with RTI services.


Research Cited:

Goal 8:

2016-2017 Continue to respect quality cultural exposure within the school culture. Measurable Objective 1:

demonstrate a proficiency in respecting a varied cultural fluency among the school culture by 12/01/2016 as measured by classroom

observations, lesson plans and school culture . Strategy1:

2016-17 Know the world - All teachers will integrate cultural literacy and fluency throughout lesson plans. Vice principal will monitor the

effective integration and presentation of cultural variances to our student body as a form of educating social, cultural and demographic

Activity - Instructional Time on Lockdown ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Administration will develop a system to ensurethat minimal classroom disruptions are created. Other 09/30/2015 06/01/2016 $0 - No Funding

Required Administration

Activity - Student Outlook ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Administration will work with all faculty and staffto create a climate of learning with clearexpectations. Students will develop a moreacademically minded view on the educationalprocesses.



Administration, faculty andstaff

Activity - RTI ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Tutoring services will be offered in Math for allstudents Tutoring 10/01/2015 07/01/2016 $0 - Other Math department and

administration



awareness.

Category: Other - classroom

Research Cited:

Activity - know your world ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Teachers will integrate cultural awareness DirectInstruction 12/01/2016 07/01/2017 $0 - No Funding

RequiredVice principal and allteachers



Phase I - The Missing Piece



Introduction This report provides a comprehensive response to the six objectives of The Missing Piece set for the by the Commissioner's Parent Advisory

Council (CPAC). This diagnostic uses performance measurement and progress, as well as relationship building, resources and support to

build capacity within schools and districts measure parent involvement and the desired outcome being made. Use the links below to navigate

the diagnostic content and respond to the questions.



Stakeholders

What stakeholders (name and title) did you engage for the purpose of completing the Missing Piece diagnostic? Chuck McClure , PHS Principal

Kim Miller, PHS Vice Principal

Ann Samons, PHS Guidance Counselor

Matt Ratliff, Curriculum Supervisor

Jami Ward, Media Specialist

Carrie Ratliff, FACS Instructor and TEDS Coordinator

Amanda Cox, PMS Math and Science Instructor

Stacy Bland, PHS Special Education

Ashley Chirico, PHS Parent

Georgia Baldwin, PHS SBDM Representative



Relationship Building

Overall Rating: 3.57

Statement or Question Response Rating2.1 Parents report that school staff understands

and demonstrates how strong relationships withparents contribute to effective teaching andlearning.

Teachers and staff have developedcollaborative partnering relationships with allparents and students to improve teaching andlearning.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating2.2 School staff implements systematic steps to

welcome the parents of new and English as-a-Second-Language (ESL) students (for example,using home visits, personal calls or letters,open houses and/or other methods).

Administrators and school staff welcome andactively seek parents of all new and ESLstudents to encourage early relationshipbuilding.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating2.3 Parents and other stakeholders report that they

are actively welcomed when they visit theschool.

Parents and other stakeholders report that theyare actively welcomed when they visit theschool.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating2.4 School staff implements systematic steps to

encourage parents to attend school activitiesand participate in decisions about theirchildren's learning.

School staff implements systematic steps toencourage parents to attend school activitiesand participate in decisions about theirchildren's learning.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating2.5 School staff involves parents in personal

communication about their students' progressat least once a month.

District and school staffs encourage continuousand meaningful communication with all parentsabout their student’s academic goals andprogress.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating2.6 School staff completes needs assessment with

all parents to determine resources necessaryfor their child's academic success.

School staff completes needs assessment withall parents to determine resources necessaryfor their child's academic success.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating2.7 All parents are asked for feedback on the

school's efforts to welcome and engage parentsand the feedback is used to improve theschool's efforts.

Students/family feedback data on schoolwelcoming and engagement efforts is retainedin a usable confidential format and can beretrieved for district or school assistance tofamilies.

Distinguished



Communications


Statement or Question Response Rating3.1 School staff implements systematic efforts to

inform parents about academic goals, classwork, grades and homework for their children intheir home language. (For example, classroomcontracts, student assignment books,homework websites, and online grade books).

Multiple two-way communications in the homelanguage are used to communicate academicgoals, class work, and homework, and grades.(See Proficient Examples)

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating3.2 School staff offers varied ways that parents can

share information with teachers about theirchildren's learning needs. (For example, phoneand e-mail contacts, offering parentconferences, making home visits, or othermethods).

District/school staff, parents and communitystakeholder’s work together to learn from theuse of all resources available to meet thestudent’s and parent’s learning needs.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating3.3 School staff partners with community leaders

and organizations to build parent understandingof academic expectations, school strategies,and student achievement results.

School and district staffs use several strategiesto involve community leaders to assist in parenteducation on issues directly related to studentachievement.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating3.4 School staff offers parents opportunities to

discuss school-wide achievement issues,including assessment data, at least once asemester.

School staff offers parents opportunities todiscuss school-wide achievement issues,including assessment data, at least once asemester.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating3.5 School staff implements systematic efforts to

maximize parent-teacher conferenceparticipation. (For example, offering multiplelocations, convenient times, follow-up withparents who do not reply to first notices, andopportunities for student-led conferences).

A conference is held twice a year for allstudents and includes parent or advocate,student and teachers. School council developsways to address data that is collected.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating3.6 At least 50 percent of parents respond to

annual school and/or district stakeholdersurveys.

At least 50% of parents respond to annualschool and/or district stakeholder surveys.

Proficient



Statement or Question Response Rating3.7 Stakeholder survey data is consistently used to

plan school improvement efforts and toevaluate their effectiveness.

Stakeholder survey data is consistently used toplan school improvement efforts and toevaluate their effectiveness.

Proficient



Decision Making


Statement or Question Response Rating4.1 The school staff offers professional learning

community opportunities, workshops, and easilyaccessible written information to equip parentsfor service on the SBDM council andcommittees.

School staff offers professional learningcommunity opportunities, workshops, andaccessible written information to equip parentsfor service on SBDM council and committees.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating4.2 School council and committees facilitate broad

parent participation by actively recruitingdiverse membership, providing interpreters andtranslated materials when needed, settingconvenient meeting times, and seeking wideparent input. At least 40 percent of parents votein SBDM parent election.

School council and committees facilitate broadparent participation by actively recruitingdiverse membership, providing interpreters andtranslated materials, setting convenient meetingtimes, seeking wide parent input. At least 40%of parents vote in SBDM parent election.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating4.3 Parents on the SBDM council and committees

engage and mentor many other parents byreporting to multiple groups and seeking inputthrough surveys, meetings, and varied othermethods.

Parents on the SBDM council and committeesengage and mentor many other parents byreporting to multiple groups and seeking inputthrough surveys, meetings, and varied othermethods.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating4.4 The school council adopts measurable

objectives and plans coherent strategies tobuild authentic parent participation, and theschool council monitors the implementation andimpact of that work.

School council adopts measurable objectivesand plans coherent strategies to build authenticparent participation, and the school councilmonitors the implementation and impact of thatwork.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating4.5 School council policies ensure active roles for

parents on SBDM council and committees, andother groups making decisions about schoolimprovement.

School council policies ensure active roles forparents on SBDM committees, in schoolimprovement planning, and also in decisionsabout the education of their individual children.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating4.6 Parents report that they are treated as valued

partners on school leadership teams, SBDMcouncil and committees, the school council, andother groups making decisions about schoolimprovement.

Parents report that they are treated as valuedpartners on school leadership teams, SBDMcouncil and committees, and other groupsmaking decisions about school improvement.

Proficient



Statement or Question Response Rating4.7 School staff has a plan to identify new and

experienced parent leaders who support andbuild capacity for parents to serve effectively onthe school council and committee work.

School staff fosters a community ofstakeholders and parents who continuallysustain and support each other in schoolcouncil and committee work.

Distinguished



Advocacy

Overall Rating: 3.0

Statement or Question Response Rating5.1 School staff ensures every student has a parent

and/or another adult who knows how toadvocate, or speak up for them, regarding thestudent's academic goals and individual needs.

School staff ensures every student has a parentand/or another adult who knows how toadvocate, or speak up for them, regarding thestudents’ academic goals and learning needs.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating5.2 Most parents participate actively in student led

conferences or other two-way communicationabout meeting their child's individual learningneeds.

Most parents participate actively in student ledconferences or other two-way communicationabout meeting their child's individual learningneeds.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating5.3 Parents report participating actively and

effectively in required planning for individuallearning, for example, Individual EducationPlans, Individual Learning Plans, Gifted StudentPlans, 504 Plans, and intervention strategies toensure college readiness (Senate Bill 130).

Parents report participating actively andeffectively in required planning for individuallearning, for example, Individual EducationPlans, Individual Learning Plans, Gifted StudentPlans, 504 Plans, and intervention strategies toensure college readiness (Senate Bill 130).

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating5.4 School staff gives parents clear, complete

information on the procedures for resolvingconcerns and filing complaints, and the councilreviews summary data on those complaints toidentify needed improvements.

School staff gives parents clear, completeinformation on the procedures for resolvingconcerns and filing complaints, and the councilreviews summary data on those complaints toidentify needed improvements.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating5.5 School staff ensures that parents and

community members are well informed abouthow to become educational advocates, or howto access a trained educational advocate whenneeded.

School staff ensures that parents andcommunity members are well informed abouthow to become an educational advocate or howto access an educational advocate whenneeded.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating5.6 As students are identified by school staff as

having disabilities or performing at the novicelevel, additional intentional steps are taken toensure that parents have the option to use atrained advocate to assist them in speaking fortheir child's needs.

As students are identified by school staff ashaving disabilities or performing at the novicelevel, additional intentional steps are taken toensure that the parent has the option to use atrained advocate to assist them in speaking fortheir child's needs.

Proficient



Learning Opportunities


Statement or Question Response Rating6.1 Parents have multiple opportunities to learn

about and discuss the following: - Kentuckystandards and expectations for all students -The school's curriculum, instructional methods,and student services - The school's decision-making process, including opportunities forparents to participate on SBDM councils andcommittees - Their children's learning anddevelopment, along with legal and practicaloptions for helping their children succeed, suchthe IEP and/or ILP process - Communityresources to support learning - Opportunities toparticipate in state and district schoolimprovement efforts, such as forums,committees, and surveys.

Parents have multiple opportunities to learnabout and discuss: • Kentucky standards andexpectations for all students. • School'scurriculum, instructional methods, and studentservices. • School's decision-making process,including opportunities to participate on SBDMcouncils and committees. • Their children'slearning and development, along with legal andpractical options for helping their childrensucceed such as participation in IEP and/or ILPprocess. • Community resources to supportlearning. • Opportunities to participate in stateand district school improvement efforts, such asforums, committees, and surveys.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating6.2 School staff makes systematic use of written

communications (for example, newsletters,websites, and bulletin boards) to help parentsunderstand their own children's progress andthe progress of the school.

All stakeholders are engaged in conversationand written communication about the academicprogress of all students in school and district.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating6.3 School staff displays proficient student work

with scoring guides to demonstrate academicexpectations to parents and students, andupdates the displays regularly.

School staff exhibits and rotates proficient anddistinguished work and provides resources toachieve at higher levels.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating6.4 School staff offers parent workshops and

meetings in convenient locations to helpparents develop skills in supporting theirchildren's learning and the school'simprovement efforts.

School staff offers parent workshops ormeetings in convenient locations to helpparents develop skills in supporting theirchildren's learning and school's improvementefforts.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating6.5 School council has a classroom observation

policy that welcomes families to visit allclassrooms.

School council has a classroom observationpolicy that allows parents access to mostclassrooms by appointment only.

Apprentice

Statement or Question Response Rating6.6 School staff develops parent leaders who

contribute regularly to other parents'understanding and who help meet other parentlearning needs.

School staff develops parent leaders whocontribute regularly to other parents'understanding and who help meet other parentlearning needs.

Proficient



Community Partnerships


Statement or Question Response Rating7.1 School leadership regularly shares information

on student achievement and involves businessand community leaders in school improvementefforts.

School leadership regularly shares informationon student achievement and involves businessand community leaders in school improvementefforts.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating7.2 School leadership develops partnerships with

several businesses, organizations, andagencies to support student learning and creatementors for students and parents.

District and school staff leverages allpartnerships to gain maximum benefit tosupport all students learning from the humanand financial resources available.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating7.3 School leadership collaborates with employers

to support parent and volunteer participation instudents' education.

School leadership collaborates with employersto support parent and volunteer participation instudents' education.

Proficient

Statement or Question Response Rating7.4 School staff collaborates with businesses,

organizations, and agencies to addressindividual student needs and shares thatinformation with parents.

District and school staffs collaborate with allwilling organizations to support parents andadvocates in addressing individual studentneeds.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating7.5 Parents make active use of the school's

resources and community resources and reportthat they provide meaningful help to resolvefamily challenges that could interfere withstudent learning. (For example, FRYSC or TitleI coordinators connect family with communityresources and follow up).

School staff and parents have seamlessintegration of consistent and sustained familysupport services from school and thecommunity to reduce student barriers tolearning.

Distinguished

Statement or Question Response Rating7.6 School staff offers and publicizes community-

based learning activities aligned with thecurriculum, such as tutoring linked to thecurriculum and internships, for all students andparents.

District staff and school leadership ensures allstakeholders are aware of community basedlearning opportunities that are linked to student-specific needs.

Distinguished



Reflection

Reflect upon your responses to each of the Missing Piece objectives. In reflection we acknowledge and applaud our attention to the individualized student and needs. However, we need to strive for continued

transparency and collaboration with all stakeholders. The Paintsville Jr Sr High School does not have a structured PTO in place. We have

made strides in communication with stakeholders via stakeholder newsletters, Infinite Campus, SBDM council, Open Houses, and boosters

programs.



Report Summary

Scores By Section

Sections

1 2 3 4

Section Score

Relationship Building

Communications

Decision Making

Advocacy

Learning Opportunities

Community Partnerships

3.57

3.57

3.14

3

3.17

3.67



Improvement Plan Stakeholder Involvement



Introduction The responses should be brief, descriptive, and appropriate for the specific section. It is recommended that the responses are written offline

and then transferred into the sections below.



Improvement Planning Process

Improvement Planning Process

Describe the process used to engage a variety of stakeholders in the development of the institution's improvement plan. Include

information on how stakeholders were selected and informed of their roles, and how meetings were scheduled to accommodate

them. Our improvement plan was a district effort. The principal created a CSIP committee, consisting of the Principal, Guidance Counselor,

Curriculum Instructor, School Librarian, two parents, and two teachers to be the foundation of the collection, dissemination, and evaluation

process. All faculty/staff were asked for input throughout the data collecting process via email. As input and information was collected the

principal appointed person added all information to the AdvancED website and maintained the compilation and organization of information.

After all responses were added online PDF files were printed of all the sections from the report and available to all stakeholders. There was

a meeting for all stakeholders publicized on the marque, radio and newspaper requesting that all stakeholders attend the reading of the

School Improvement Plan. All input was welcomed and added to Improvement Plan as applicable. There was a second meeting advertised

and held as the final reading. All meetings were scheduled to address the needs of the majority within the group. The School Improvement

Plan was presented to the Instructional Supervisor, Principal, and SBDM council for review and sent to the BOE for board approval. Describe the representations from stakeholder groups that participated in the development of the improvement plan and their

responsibilities in this process. Faculty and staff - collection of data, athletic department personnel - data, academic department personnel - data, community leaders -

ideas and input, parents - ideas and input, students- ideas and input

Explain how the final improvement plan was communicated to all stakeholders, and the method and frequency in which

stakeholders receive information on its progress. The improvement plan was available for review in a SBDM meeting and then the final plan was reviewed publically in a District Board

meeting (advertised on local radio, newspapers and on the school marque -- advertising was done for one week prior to meeting). The

FRYSC director included progress statements in the weekly newsletter and publicized all meeting. All classifed and certified faculty were

actively engaged in the compilation processes via email, hard copies, and group meetings. Throughout the school year there will be CSIP

Committee meetings (open to public) in which student data will be compared to the plan and adjustments will be developed from those

findings.



Phase I - Needs Assessment



Introduction The purpose of the School Needs Assessment is to use data and information to prioritize allocation of resources and activities.



Data Analysis

What question(s) are you trying to answer with the data and information provided to you? What does the data/information tell you?

What does the data/information not tell you? Both as a district and school Paintsville analyzes and desegregates data to stay abreast with the trends and how our district compares. From

large to small group data analysis sessions, our school relies of the data derived to be the foundation of our growth plan. As with any

reasonable collection of data, numbers do not always represent the variables and human influence so Paintsville is cautious to consider all

data as a foundation to be built on. Paintsville has a rich tradition of academic excellence and continues to be a leader among schools within

our state. Our senior classes have consistently been identified as placing top in the state on ACT testing for several years. PHS recognizes

the success of these students as well as identifying room for growth. Both MS and HS have been classified as proficient on Program

Reviews for several years. The Gap group is identified as students qualifying for free/reduced lunch and students with disabilities. The TELL

Survey consistently demonstrates that all students have at least one trusted adult in the building. The TELL Survey demonstrated that

teachers felt a weakness in technology and supplies. The TELL survey findings are presented to SBDM and a report is derived and shared

with all stakeholders. Administration used this information to make necessary modifications. Districtwide the Instructional Supervisor and

perspective building administration meets with faculties and desegregates data. This desegregated data becomes the foundation of

professional development, scheduling/offerings, teacher placements, and instructional mission. The questions we are trying to ask from the

data is where are we now and where do we need to be? After the yearly data analysis session we learned we had reason to celebrate and

reason to pause. Our high school schools reflected a substantial decline in areas such as math and science. In order for us to maintain the

high standards of academic excellence that have been laid out for us we must continue to rise the bar. The data shows our immediate needs

in regards to test scores but that same data cannot emphasize where the weakness are in teacher placement, classroom instruction, and/or

curriculum alignment.



Areas of Strengths

What were the areas of strength you noted? What actions are you implementing to sustain the areas of strength? What is there

cause to celebrate? We noted our areas of strength is that we continue to exceed ACT benchmarks, we are now classified proficient for middle school and high

school, we exceed state goals for CCR and graduation rate. Overall we have the ironic problem of being a high performing school. In order

to continuing showing growth and maintaining our stature as a school of excellence we must meet every academic day with rigor and clearly

defined goals within a highly qualified staffed environment of learning. After identifying areas of strength and celebrating those accordingly in

a public fashion to raise awareness, we have began to look at the sustenance of our excellence. Our highest performing content level

teachers will collaborate to offer professional guidance and modeling opportunities to teachers in weaker performing areas. District and

school level administration have begun to implement a more frequent and vital observation model. There is a strong presence of

administration in our building and the mission and goals for our school are being clearly defined to all stakeholders.



Opportunities for Improvement

What were areas in need of improvement? What plans are you making to improve the areas of need? Unfortunately, we noted that improvement is needed across all content areas in order to maintain our identification. Although our high and

middle schools are labeled as proficient and we are at the top of the state in ACT scores, graduation rate, and college retention for

graduates, our levels of performance on state testing has to maintain that of excellence. We have seen a decline in our test scores and we

have to continue our improvement plans. The district has made several faculty/staff position changes for the 2016-2017 school year. The

curriculum instructor has been active in sharing resources weekly with the entire district and works individually with our faculty on

professional development. Content specific professional development and classroom management trainings have been sought and assigned

accordingly. The administrators in our district and at the school level have taken a very active role in the successes of teachers and

students.



Conclusion

Reflect on your answers provided in the previous sections. What are your next steps in addressing areas of concern? The next steps in addressing our areas of concerns are to make sure that teachers and students are monitored to ensure that a high order of

rigorous teaching and learning is occurring daily across all content areas and that the school climate is healthy and conductive to success.

Student, parent and all stakeholders need to be surveyed to gain more insight into the needs of the school climate from varied perspectives

and then that information created into useful data to guide the implementation of change. We need to continue to celebrate all success big

and small All stakeholders need an open line of communication and a clear understanding of the schools mission and vision need to be

transparent in all aspects of student life.



2016-2017 Plan for KDE Comprehensive School

Improvement Plan



Overview

Plan Name

2016-2017 Plan for KDE Comprehensive School Improvement Plan

Plan Description



Goals Summary

The following is a summary of the goals encompassed in this plan. The details for each goal are available in the next section.

# Goal Name Goal Details Goal Type Total Funding1 2016-2017 Continue to maintain an average

graduation rate above 95% in 2017.Objectives:1Strategies:4Activities:5

Academic $1000

2 2016-2017 Increase the percentage of studentswho are college and career ready from 71.3 to74.5% by 2019

Objectives:1Strategies:2Activities:4

Academic $57000

3 2016-2017 Facilitate improved communicationamong all stakeholders.


Organizational $5000

4 Ensure that all teachers and principals receivetraining and are provided support and guidance ofthe Professional Growth and Effectiveness System(PGES).



5 2016-2017 Increase the average combined readingand math proficiency ratings for all students in thenon-duplicated gap group from 39% to 50% in2017.



6 Instructional time will be respected and dedicatedto the learning climate and educational processes.


Organizational $0

7 2016-2017 Increase the mathproficiency/distinguished ratings for high schoolstudents in the nonduplicated gap group from23.8% to 40% by 2017.


Academic $0

8 2016-2017 GAP:Increase achievement amongsubgroups


Organizational $0

9 2016-2017 Novice reduction: Decrease thepercentage of students scoring at the novice level


Organizational $0



Goal 1: 2016-2017 Continue to maintain an average graduation rate above 95% in 2017.

Strategy 1: Graduate Now - Provide career/college guidance to students at an early age and utilize the ILP to keep students focused on goals. Provide each student RTI or other

forms of tutoring and credit recovery as they travel through high school. Ensure that each student has the opportunity to experince success in and out of the classroom. Category:

Strategy 2: Know the Students - By identifying the students academic needs the school will better service the student and enhance the educational environment. Category:

Measurable Objective 1:100% of Twelfth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency to obtain a Paintsville High School diploma at the end of the senior year. in Career & Technical by05/15/2015 as measured by graduation rate.

Activity - RTI and ILP for YOU Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Utilize RTI and ILP to keep students focused on goals while monitoringstudent success.


10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $0 DistrictFunding

Principal,guidancecounselor,teachers

Activity - Make School Safe Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Actively engage relationships with all students at an early age so thatstudents feel safe in the school environment. Educate all students aboutbullying and other forms of harassment which are contributers to student'schanging schools.


10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 General Fund Teachers,guidancecounselor,principal,FamilyResourceCenterdirector

Activity - Gifted and Talented, IEP and 504 Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible



Strategy 3: Get them to school!! - An attendance committee will review the current attendance policy and develop a plan to improve attendance and decrease drop out rates. This

plan may include an incentive program. Category:

Strategy 4: Eliminate Reading Early on - All students grades 7-12 will be individually tested and the 10 lowest scoring students per grade will receive additional instructional from

the Reading Coach. Category:

Goal 2: 2016-2017 Increase the percentage of students who are college and career ready from

71.3 to 74.5% by 2019

Documentation will be included in lesson plans to exhibit howmodifications, adaptions and enrichments are made to address the needsof individuals with special circumstances, including Gifted Service Plans,IEPs, and 504s.

DirectInstruction

10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $0 No FundingRequired

Specialeducationteachers,gifted andtalentedteachers, allclassroomteachers,principal andguidancecounselors

Activity - School Daze Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

The Family Resource Center will collaborate with the principal andAttendance Committee to devise an incentive program to increase studentattendance.

Recruitmentand Retention

10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 General Fund Familyresourcecenter,principal, andAttendancecommittee

Activity - Eliminate Reading Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

By identifying students with reading difficulties and offering additionalreading instruction we can lesson the burden and stress on students asthey move toward graduation.

DirectInstruction


ReadingCoach,Englishteachers andprincipal



Strategy 1: College Career GO - By focusing on COMPASS testing and course selection the school can decrease the gender gap among passing students and expand the

program to more students. Category:

Strategy 2: Technology Movement - The school will submit a revised technology plan compiled by a technology committee to address the schools needs. All teachers will

incorporate technology into the classroom. Category:

Measurable Objective 1:A 5% increase of Eleventh and Twelfth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency in college and career readiness in Career & Technical by 05/31/2019 asmeasured by the Unbridled Learning Formula .

Activity - College and Career Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Evaluate current college and career classes to engage more students.Utilize COMPASS testing for students in need.

CareerPreparation/Orientation

12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $0 DistrictFunding

College andcareerteachers,principal,guidancecounselor

Activity - Offer the Classes Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Evaluate current career and technical course offerings and modify to meetneeds of students (ie males).Ensure that all students who are identified as eligible by completing threeor more classes within the Family and Consumer Science program andhave reached benchmark on the ACT or Compass or any student whohave completed four FACS classes take the KOSSA so they are deemedCCR.All students take the ASVAB which also can garner CCR recognition.

Policy andProcess

12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $50000 Perkins Principal,guidancecounselor,career andtechnicalstaff,superintendent

Activity - Train the Teachers Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

CTE coordinator and all vocational teachers will attend the Summer Careerand Technical Education Conference

ProfessionalLearning

12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $2000 Perkins Career andTechnicalteachers,principal CTEcoordinator



Goal 3: 2016-2017 Facilitate improved communication among all stakeholders.

Strategy 1: Welcome Tigers!! - PHS will strive to collaborate with local resources such as the local media, FRYSC, community outreaches and support services (Health

Department, Public Library,etc) to transmit information and promote stakeholder involvement. Open Houses, extracurricular events, and addition of volunteers will be

some of the tactics employed to gain stakeholder participation. Category:

Activity - Techno Tigers Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Career and technology teachers will stay abreast with current trends intechnology and incorporate technology daily in the classroom. The primaryfocus will be on developing technology based class settings that interestboth male and female.

Technology 12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $5000 Perkins Career andtechnicalteachers,principal,superintendent, technologycommittee,technologydirector

Measurable Objective 1:collaborate to improve communication with all stakeholders by 05/30/2014 as measured by increased involvement of stakeholders in school climate and environment..

Activity - Project Prom Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Parent will be invited to assist PHS staff in the creation and facilitation ofPHS Project Prom.

ParentInvolvement


PHS ProjectPromfacilitator andPHSadministrativestaff

Activity - Tiger Sports and Academics Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Stakeholders will be invited to assist in the creation and facilitation ofsporting and academic events such as Tiger Madness, Academic Meets,fundraising, etc.

ParentInvolvement


PHSAdministrativestaff, coachesand sponsors

Activity - Weekly Newsletter/Periodical Surveys Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible



Strategy 2: TELL Survey and other - TELL survery and additional survey data will be compiled and compiled so that the findings serve as resource to improve school climate and

stakeholder involvement and relations. Category: Stakeholder Engagement

Strategy 3: Faculty/Staff - Based on 2013-2014 TELL findings, PHS faculty and staff expressed concerns in regard to school climate and teacher morale. In an effort to address

this, administration will be proactive in more effective communication, positive reinforcement, and overall attention to the school climate and teacher need. Category: Human Capital Management

The Family Resource Center will offer a weekly newsletter to allstakeholders and will perdioically administer surveys to all stakeholdersregarding school climate,etc.

CommunityEngagement


PrincipalFamilyResourceCenterDirector

Activity - TELL the tale Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Findings from the TELL survery will be used to direct Professional GrowthPlans so that the district reflects inwardly to improve customer satisfactionamong all stakeholders.

CommunityEngagement


Principal

Activity - Secret Pals Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

A Secret Pal program was implemented in which all faculty and staff wereinvited to participate. The gift exchange will continue throughout the schoolyear with a large celebration/reveal in May. We feel this has addedfellowship amongst our faculty.

CommunityEngagement


Allfaculty/staff

Activity - Talking Points Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

All faculty/staff receive the FRYSC weekly newsletter, a monthly calendarof events is available in the teacher workroom, monthly SBDM and BOEmeetings, monthly faculty meetings, consistent e-mail communication fromthe principal, superintendent, guidance counselor, and instructionalsupervisor.

CommunityEngagement


InstructionalSupervisorSuperintendentPrincipalGuidanceCounselor

Activity - Celebration Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible



Goal 4: Ensure that all teachers and principals receive training and are provided support and

guidance of the Professional Growth and Effectiveness System (PGES).

Strategy 1: Teacher Preparation - School leadership team will collaborate with district level personnel to ensure that all teachers are trained in the new PGEAS system prior to

2014-15 school year. Category:

Strategy 2: Principal Preparation - School leadership will collaborate with district personel to ensure that all principals are trained in the new PGES system prior to the 2014-15

school year. Category:

In response to the TELL survey, administration will seek out ways tocelebrate high performance. For example, after the release of KPREPscores, all students were rewarded by grade level and faculty/staff enjoyeda gratitude luncheon. Teacher/Secretary Appreciation Days are observed.The district as well as the principal gives faculty/staff annual holiday gifts.

CommunityEngagement

08/01/2014 07/01/2016 $5000 General Fund SuperintendentPrincipalBoard ofEducation

Measurable Objective 1:collaborate to ensure that all Paintsville Jr/Sr High School teachers and principal are fully trained to begin implementing the PGES system in 2014-15 by 07/31/2014as measured by the training and guidance provided during the preparatory pilot phase.

Activity - Training on the Multiple Meaures Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

School leadership and district personnel (with assistance from state andeducational cooperative contacts) will provide training and supports toteachers on the multiple measures that will make up the teachereffectiveness system (ie student voice, self-reflection, observations,student growth)



Instructionalsupervisor,PHS principal

Activity - Danielson Certification Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Principal will utilize support from district leadership to completeTeachscape trainings and acquire certification in the Danielson Frameworkfor teachers observation.


08/01/2013 08/01/2014 $900 Race to theTop

Superintendent, PHSPrincipal andInstructionalSupervisor



Strategy 3: Implementation Supports - Principal will utilize assistance from district leadership to develop a schedule for implementing the steps of PGES, including observation

assistance, technical guidance, feedback, etc. Category:

Goal 5: 2016-2017 Increase the average combined reading and math proficiency ratings for all

students in the non-duplicated gap group from 39% to 50% in 2017.

Strategy 1: Tutoring Services - Tutoring services will be available to students. Category: Continuous Improvement

Strategy 2: FEED the Mind - All students identified in the GAP group will be offered nutritional services according to state guidelines.

Activity - Implementation Supports Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Principal will utilize assistance from district leadership to develop aschedule for implementing the steps of PGES, including observationassistance, technical guidance, feedback, etc.

Policy andProcess

12/05/2013 07/31/2014 $1000 Race to theTop

Superintendent,InstructionalSupervisor,and PHSPrincipal

Measurable Objective 1:demonstrate a proficiency in the average math and reading scores by 07/01/2017 as measured by KBE Gap Goals .

Activity - AfterSchool Services Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

All middle school students will be offered the opportunity to participate inAfter School services provided by the city of Paintsville.



City ofPaintsville

Activity - Tutoring Services Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Any student in need of tutoring will be assisted by the school in findingtutoring services.



GuidanceCounselorPrincipalAll Teachers




Strategy 3: Computer Based Reading - Students will be assigned Reading Plus and Accelerated Reader accounts. Time and resources will be made available to all students to

successfully use these computer based programs to increase reading comprehension. Category: Continuous Improvement

Strategy 4: Computer Based Math - All students will be assigned DIGITS and Math Counts accounts and will participate in these computer based programs as part of the Math

Curriculum. Category: Continuous Improvement

Goal 6: Instructional time will be respected and dedicated to the learning climate and educational

processes.

Activity - FEED the Mind Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

The school will make concerted efforts to obtain Free/Reduced Lunchapplications from every student. Any student identified as either qualifyingor in need of nutritional services will receive individualized assistance inassuring all paperwork is complete. The school will also implementincentive programs to encourage all students to return completed lunchapplications.



FamilyResourceCenterDirectorPrincipalGuidanceCounselorAll teachers

Activity - Computer Based Reading Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Students will be assigned Reading Plus and Accelerated Reader accounts.Time and resources will be made available to all students to successfullyuse these computer based programs to increase reading comprehension.

Technology 09/01/2015 07/01/2016 $3000 SchoolCouncilFunds

PrincipalEnglishTeachersLibrary MediaSpecialist

Activity - DIGITS and Math Counts Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Students will participate in computer based math programs as part of themath curriculums to increase math proficiency. Programs such as DIGITSand Math Counts will be fully supported and maintained for students use.Students will be provided ample time to use school technology.

Technology 09/01/2015 07/01/2016 $2000 General Fund All mathteachersPrincipal



Strategy 1: Freshen up the Classrooms - Administration will take measures to preserve the quality of instructional time and the learning environment.


Goal 7: 2016-2017 Increase the math proficiency/distinguished ratings for high school students in

the nonduplicated gap group from 23.8% to 40% by 2017.

Strategy 1: Math Matters - Math department will collaborate to improve math instruction, align math curriculum and identify individual students deemed in need during the school

day with RTI services. Category: Continuous Improvement

Measurable Objective 1:demonstrate a proficiency in the preservation of quality instructional time by 05/31/2016 as measured by an increase in test scores and through classroomobservations.

Activity - Instructional Time on Lockdown Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Administration will develop a system to ensure that minimal classroomdisruptions are created.

Other 09/30/2015 06/01/2016 $0 No FundingRequired

Administration

Activity - Professional Development Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Professional development opportunities aligned to content will be pursuedby all teachers within a content area that fails to meet or exceed studentperformance on state testing. All teachers will receive professionaldevelopment.



Administrationand teachers

Activity - Student Outlook Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Administration will work with all faculty and staff to create a climate oflearning with clear expectations. Students will develop a moreacademically minded view on the educational processes.




Measurable Objective 1:A 21% increase of Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency of proficient/distinguished on state testing in Mathematics by10/01/2016 as measured by test scores.



Goal 8: 2016-2017 GAP:Increase achievement among subgroups

Strategy 1: GAP - All GAP students will be identified and offered forms of RTI services. All students will be monitored and immediate needs will be assessed and met as they

arise. Category: Continuous Improvement

Goal 9: 2016-2017 Novice reduction: Decrease the percentage of students scoring at the novice

level

Strategy 1: Identify novice - All students scoring novice will be identified and presented RTI. Category: Continuous Improvement

Activity - RTI Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

Tutoring services will be offered in Math for all students Tutoring 10/01/2015 07/01/2016 $0 Other Mathdepartmentandadministration

Measurable Objective 1:increase student growth in student achivement and performance among subgroups by 05/31/2019 as measured by state assessment results .

Activity - GAP Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible

RTI classes will be assigned to students in the GAP group. Class sizeswill be small and class instruction will be relevant to ensure studentsuccess

Class SizeReduction


All teachers,guidancecounselorand principal

Measurable Objective 1:demonstrate a proficiency in decreasing the percentage of students scoring at the novice level by 50% by 06/30/2021 as measured by state assessment results .

Activity - NOVICE for no one Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

Source OfFunding

StaffResponsible



RTI classes will be as small as possible. Class SizeReduction


guidancecounselorall teachers



Activity Summary by Funding Source

Below is a breakdown of your activities by funding source

School Council Funds

Race to the Top

Perkins

Activity Name Activity Description Activity Type Begin Date End Date ResourceAssigned

StaffResponsible

Computer Based Reading Students will be assigned Reading Plus and AcceleratedReader accounts. Time and resources will be madeavailable to all students to successfully use these computerbased programs to increase reading comprehension.

Technology 09/01/2015 07/01/2016 $3000 PrincipalEnglishTeachersLibrary MediaSpecialist

Total $3000


StaffResponsible

Implementation Supports Principal will utilize assistance from district leadership todevelop a schedule for implementing the steps of PGES,including observation assistance, technical guidance,feedback, etc.

Policy andProcess

12/05/2013 07/31/2014 $1000 Superintendent,InstructionalSupervisor,and PHSPrincipal

Danielson Certification Principal will utilize support from district leadership tocomplete Teachscape trainings and acquire certification inthe Danielson Framework for teachers observation.


08/01/2013 08/01/2014 $900 Superintendent, PHSPrincipal andInstructionalSupervisor

Total $1900


StaffResponsible



No Funding Required

Offer the Classes Evaluate current career and technical course offerings andmodify to meet needs of students (ie males).Ensure that all students who are identified as eligible bycompleting three or more classes within the Family andConsumer Science program and have reached benchmarkon the ACT or Compass or any student who havecompleted four FACS classes take the KOSSA so they aredeemed CCR.All students take the ASVAB which also can garner CCRrecognition.

Policy andProcess

12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $50000 Principal,guidancecounselor,career andtechnicalstaff,superintendent

Train the Teachers CTE coordinator and all vocational teachers will attend theSummer Career and Technical Education Conference


12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $2000 Career andTechnicalteachers,principal CTEcoordinator

Techno Tigers Career and technology teachers will stay abreast withcurrent trends in technology and incorporate technologydaily in the classroom. The primary focus will be ondeveloping technology based class settings that interestboth male and female.

Technology 12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $5000 Career andtechnicalteachers,principal,superintendent, technologycommittee,technologydirector

Total $57000


StaffResponsible

Instructional Time onLockdown

Administration will develop a system to ensure that minimalclassroom disruptions are created.

Other 09/30/2015 06/01/2016 $0 Administration

Weekly Newsletter/PeriodicalSurveys

The Family Resource Center will offer a weekly newsletterto all stakeholders and will perdioically administer surveysto all stakeholders regarding school climate,etc.

CommunityEngagement

12/01/2014 07/01/2017 $0 PrincipalFamilyResourceCenterDirector

Eliminate Reading By identifying students with reading difficulties and offeringadditional reading instruction we can lesson the burden andstress on students as they move toward graduation.

DirectInstruction

09/01/2015 10/01/2016 $0 ReadingCoach,Englishteachers andprincipal

Tiger Sports and Academics Stakeholders will be invited to assist in the creation andfacilitation of sporting and academic events such as TigerMadness, Academic Meets, fundraising, etc.

ParentInvolvement

08/16/2013 05/30/2014 $0 PHSAdministrativestaff, coachesand sponsors



Secret Pals A Secret Pal program was implemented in which all facultyand staff were invited to participate. The gift exchange willcontinue throughout the school year with a largecelebration/reveal in May. We feel this has addedfellowship amongst our faculty.

CommunityEngagement

08/01/2014 05/01/2015 $0 Allfaculty/staff

Talking Points All faculty/staff receive the FRYSC weekly newsletter, amonthly calendar of events is available in the teacherworkroom, monthly SBDM and BOE meetings, monthlyfaculty meetings, consistent e-mail communication from theprincipal, superintendent, guidance counselor, andinstructional supervisor.

CommunityEngagement

08/01/2014 07/01/2016 $0 InstructionalSupervisorSuperintendentPrincipalGuidanceCounselor

GAP RTI classes will be assigned to students in the GAP group.Class sizes will be small and class instruction will berelevant to ensure student success

Class SizeReduction

12/01/2016 08/01/2017 $0 All teachers,guidancecounselorand principal

Training on the MultipleMeaures

School leadership and district personnel (with assistancefrom state and educational cooperative contacts) willprovide training and supports to teachers on the multiplemeasures that will make up the teacher effectivenesssystem (ie student voice, self-reflection, observations,student growth)


08/01/2013 08/01/2014 $0 Instructionalsupervisor,PHS principal

Gifted and Talented, IEP and504

Documentation will be included in lesson plans to exhibithow modifications, adaptions and enrichments are made toaddress the needs of individuals with specialcircumstances, including Gifted Service Plans, IEPs, and504s.

DirectInstruction

10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $0 Specialeducationteachers,gifted andtalentedteachers, allclassroomteachers,principal andguidancecounselors

TELL the tale Findings from the TELL survery will be used to directProfessional Growth Plans so that the district reflectsinwardly to improve customer satisfaction among allstakeholders.

CommunityEngagement

12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $0 Principal

NOVICE for no one RTI classes will be as small as possible. Class SizeReduction

12/01/2016 06/30/2021 $0 guidancecounselorall teachers

Tutoring Services Any student in need of tutoring will be assisted by theschool in finding tutoring services.


12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $0 GuidanceCounselorPrincipalAll Teachers

Professional Development Professional development opportunities aligned to contentwill be pursued by all teachers within a content area thatfails to meet or exceed student performance on statetesting. All teachers will receive professional development.


09/30/2015 06/01/2016 $0 Administrationand teachers



Other

General Fund

Project Prom Parent will be invited to assist PHS staff in the creation andfacilitation of PHS Project Prom.

ParentInvolvement

08/09/2013 05/30/2014 $0 PHS ProjectPromfacilitator andPHSadministrativestaff

FEED the Mind The school will make concerted efforts to obtainFree/Reduced Lunch applications from every student. Anystudent identified as either qualifying or in need ofnutritional services will receive individualized assistance inassuring all paperwork is complete. The school will alsoimplement incentive programs to encourage all students toreturn completed lunch applications.


09/01/2015 07/01/2016 $0 FamilyResourceCenterDirectorPrincipalGuidanceCounselorAll teachers

Student Outlook Administration will work with all faculty and staff to create aclimate of learning with clear expectations. Students willdevelop a more academically minded view on theeducational processes.


09/30/2015 06/01/2016 $0 Administration, faculty andstaff

AfterSchool Services All middle school students will be offered the opportunity toparticipate in After School services provided by the city ofPaintsville.


09/12/2015 07/01/2016 $0 City ofPaintsville

Total $0


StaffResponsible

RTI Tutoring services will be offered in Math for all students Tutoring 10/01/2015 07/01/2016 $0 Mathdepartmentandadministration

Total $0


StaffResponsible

DIGITS and Math Counts Students will participate in computer based math programsas part of the math curriculums to increase mathproficiency. Programs such as DIGITS and Math Counts willbe fully supported and maintained for students use.Students will be provided ample time to use schooltechnology.

Technology 09/01/2015 07/01/2016 $2000 All mathteachersPrincipal



District Funding

School Daze The Family Resource Center will collaborate with theprincipal and Attendance Committee to devise an incentiveprogram to increase student attendance.

Recruitmentand Retention

10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 Familyresourcecenter,principal, andAttendancecommittee

Make School Safe Actively engage relationships with all students at an earlyage so that students feel safe in the school environment.Educate all students about bullying and other forms ofharassment which are contributers to student's changingschools.


10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 Teachers,guidancecounselor,principal,FamilyResourceCenterdirector

Celebration In response to the TELL survey, administration will seek outways to celebrate high performance. For example, after therelease of KPREP scores, all students were rewarded bygrade level and faculty/staff enjoyed a gratitude luncheon.Teacher/Secretary Appreciation Days are observed. Thedistrict as well as the principal gives faculty/staff annualholiday gifts.

CommunityEngagement

08/01/2014 07/01/2016 $5000 SuperintendentPrincipalBoard ofEducation

Total $8000


StaffResponsible

RTI and ILP for YOU Utilize RTI and ILP to keep students focused on goals whilemonitoring student success.


10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $0 Principal,guidancecounselor,teachers

College and Career Evaluate current college and career classes to engagemore students. Utilize COMPASS testing for students inneed.


12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $0 College andcareerteachers,principal,guidancecounselor

Total $0



Phase II - KDE Assurances - Schools



Introduction KDE Assurances - School



Assurances

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentComprehensiveNeeds Assessment

The school conducted a comprehensive needsassessment, which included a review ofacademic achievement data for all students andassessed the needs of the school relative toeach of the schoolwide program components.

Yes Data analysis is conducted by thecurriculum supervisor for allreleases of testing data. Eachfaculty member is surveyed afterthe desegregation of data in aneffort to compile ideas for growthand sustenance. The curriculumsupervisor then compiles thisinformation into a workingdocument for administration toreview. TELL and otherstakeholder survey results areshared with stakeholders.

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentCore AcademicPrograms

The school planned and developed Schoolwideresearchbased instructional reform strategies tostrengthen the core academic program,increase the amount and quality of learningtime, and provide additional support to allstudents.

Yes Several computer basedprograms such as AcceleratedReading, Reading Counts,WinMath, etc have beenimplemented to strengthen andenhance the core academicprograms. The district hasintroduced the BOD (bring yourown device) program to facilitatethe use of Google Classroom,Edmodo, and other Internetbased educational programs.

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentPreschoolTransition

The school planned preschool transitionstrategies and the implementation process.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentResearch-basedStrategies

The school planned and developed schoolwideresearchbased instructional strategies thatprovide additional instruction for studentsexperiencing the greatest degree of difficultymastering the state's academic achievementstandards.

Yes The school identified the GAPgroup and assigned students toRTI classes. Tutoring serviceswere offered.



Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentHighly QualifiedTeachers

The school planned strategies to recruit andretain highly qualified teachers.

Yes The school follows districtprocedures to recruit and retainhighly qualified teachers. Once aneed is shown for a position, theschool administration directsthose needs to the districtadministration Once the needhas been validated the jobopening is posted for a setnumber of days on the KentuckyDepartment of Education website.The recruitment of highly qualifiedteachers is reinforced inprofessional learningcommunities. The retention ofhigh qualified teachers is an effortof administration to create a safeand pleasant work environmentconductive to success andprofessionalism.

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentTitle I, Part ASchoolwide Funds

The school allocated and spent Title I, Part ASchoolwide funds only on allowable programsand activities and maintained appropriatefinancial records in this regard on its Title I,Part A programs and activities.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentParentalInvolvement

The school planned or developed strategies toincrease parental involvement in the design,implementation, evaluation and communicationof assessment results of the Schoolwideactivities, which included the development andimplementation of a Parent Compact and aParent Involvement Policy.

Yes Parents are active in the PHSAlumni organization, PHSBoosters Club, SBDM, ProjectProm, schoolwide dances, andare encouraged to volunteer at allextra curricular events. Allcustodians are granted access totheir students Infinite Campusinformation and GoogleClassroom. Once a year theguidance counselor collaborateswith the FRYSC office to sponsorthe Career Fair, in whichprofessionals from our communityare invited in to discuss careeropportunities with all students.As of yet there has been nodevelopment or implementationof a Parent Contract or ParentInvolvement Policy.

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentSchoolwidePlanning

The school incorporated the ten schoolwideplanning criteria into the existing schoolimprovement planning process.

N/A We are not a Title 1 school

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentProfessionalDevelopment

The school planned or provided appropriateprofessional development activities for staffmembers who will be serving students.

Yes All faculty/staff participate inprofessional development



Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentComprehensivePlan

The school an annual evaluation that addressesthe implementation of the comprehensive planand student achievement results that will informchanges when needed.

Yes The school gathers informationfrom all faculty/staff once a yearto compile the CSIP The CSIPCommittee uses this informationto compile the actual CSIPdocument. The CSIP Committeemeets twice a year to review theimplementation of the CSIP andreflects of student results toupdate findings. All CSIPCommittee meetings are open topublic Report findings areavailable

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentComprehensiveNeeds Assessment

The school conducted a comprehensive needsassessment, which included a review ofacademic achievement data, and establishedobjective criteria for identifying eligible Title Istudents.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentInstructionalStrategies

The school planned and developed researchbased instructional strategies to support andassist identified students.

Yes Special education services andgifted/talented services as well asmedical and emotional servicesare assigned as needed.

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentTargetedAssistanceActivities

The school planned targeted assistanceactivities for identified students that coordinatedand integrate with other federal, state, and localprograms.

Yes


The school planned targeted assistanceactivities for identified students that coordinatewith and support the regular educationalprogram so identified students have access toboth.

Yes

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentSchoolwideActivities

The school planned activities to coordinate andintegrate with other federal, state, and localprograms.

Yes




The school planned or developed strategies tomonitor and evaluate the success of targetedassistance activities with the identified studentsand will use the results of the evaluation toinform and improve instructional strategies andprofessional development activities.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentHighly Qualified The school assigned paraprofessionals who

met the requirements of Highly Qualified underESEA to work with targeted assistanceprograms and activities.

Yes

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentFederal ProgramFunds

The school allocated and spent federal programfunds only on programs and activities foridentified eligible students. The schoolmaintained appropriate financial records on itsTitle I, Part A programs and activities.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentParentalInvolvement

The school planned or developed strategies toincrease parental involvement in the design,implementation, and evaluation of the targetedassistance activities, which included theimplementation of a Parent Compact and aParent Involvement Policy.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentTargetedAssistancePlanning

The school incorporated the eight TargetedAssistance Planning components into theexisting school improvement planning process.

N/A


The school planned or provided appropriateprofessional development activities for staffmembers who serve identified Title I students.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentComprehensiveImprovement Plan

The school planned an annual evaluation thataddressed the implementation of thecomprehensive plan and student achievementresults that informed changes when needed.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentTransparency The current school year Comprehensive School

Improvement Plan (CSIP) is available forstakeholders to examine on our school website(provide the website link below).

Yes www.paintsville.kyschools.us



Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentTeacher Quality The school notifies parents when their

child(ren) are taught for four or moreconsecutive weeks by teachers who are nothighly qualified.

N/A


The school provides professional developmentfor staff based on a comprehensive needsassessment, which included a review ofacademic achievement data and additionalcriteria, to ensure all students are college andcareer ready.

Yes

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentRanking Report The school ensures that if the Title I Ranking

Report lists counselors, nurses, media,specialists or "other" staff for the school, thereis documentation indicating this need in order toimprove student achievement.

N/A

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentPara-educators The school ensures that all para-educators with

instructional duties are under the directsupervision of a highly qualified classroomteacher and providing instruction rather thanclerical work.

Yes

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentPara-educators The school ensures that all para-educators with

instructional duties that involve targetedstudents are under the direct supervision of ahighly qualified classroom teacher andproviding instruction rather than clerical work.

Yes

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentPara-educator Non-Instructional Duties

The school ensures that there is a schedule ofnon-instructional duties for para-educatorsdemonstrating that the duties are on a limitedbasis only.

Yes

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentPara-educator Non-Instructional Duties

The school scheduled non-instructional dutiesfor para-educators working with targetedstudents demonstrating that the duties are on alimited basis only.

Yes



Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentCap SizeRequirements

The school met its cap size requirementswithout using Title I funds.

Yes

Label Assurance Response Comment AttachmentCap SizeRequirements

The school met its cap size requirementswithout using Title II funds.

Yes



Phase II - KDE Compliance and Accountability -

Schools



Introduction The process of Improvement Planning in Kentucky is used as the means of determining how schools and districts will plan to ensure that

students reach proficiency and beyond by 2015. The process focuses school and district improvement efforts on student needs by bringing

together all stakeholders to plan for improvement, by focusing planning efforts on priority needs and closing achievement gaps between

subgroups of students, by building upon school and district capacity for high quality planning, and by making connections between the funds

that flow into the district and the priority needs in schools.

Your school’s plans for improvement must be based on careful and honest analysis of data, address all content areas, and clearly address

gaps in student achievement.



Planning and Accountability Requirements

The school has identified specific strategies to address areas for improvement identified in the TELLKY Survey results. Goal 1:





environment.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy2:



Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy3:







Required






10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 - GeneralFund





Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy4:



Category:

Research Cited:

Goal 2:

2016-2017 Increase the percentage of students who are college and career ready from 71.3 to 74.5% by 2019 Measurable Objective 1:

A 5% increase of Eleventh and Twelfth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency in college and career readiness in Career & Technical

by 05/31/2019 as measured by the Unbridled Learning Formula . Strategy1:

College Career GO - By focusing on COMPASS testing and course selection the school can decrease the gender gap among passing

students and expand the program to more students.

Category:

Research Cited:











10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 - GeneralFund









Strategy2:

Technology Movement - The school will submit a revised technology plan compiled by a technology committee to address the schools

needs. All teachers will incorporate technology into the classroom.

Category:

Research Cited:

Goal 3:

2016-2017 Facilitate improved communication among all stakeholders. Measurable Objective 1:

collaborate to improve communication with all stakeholders by 05/30/2014 as measured by increased involvement of stakeholders in school

climate and environment.. Strategy1:

Activity - Train the Teachers ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


CTE coordinator and all vocational teachers willattend the Summer Career and TechnicalEducation Conference

ProfessionalLearning 12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $2000 - Perkins

Career and Technicalteachers, principal CTEcoordinator

Activity - College and Career ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Evaluate current college and career classes toengage more students. Utilize COMPASStesting for students in need.



College and careerteachers, principal,guidance counselor

Activity - Offer the Classes ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Evaluate current career and technical courseofferings and modify to meet needs of students(ie males).Ensure that all students who are identified aseligible by completing three or more classeswithin the Family and Consumer Scienceprogram and have reached benchmark on theACT or Compass or any student who havecompleted four FACS classes take the KOSSAso they are deemed CCR.All students take the ASVAB which also cangarner CCR recognition.

Policy andProcess 12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $50000 - Perkins

Principal, guidancecounselor, career andtechnical staff,superintendent

Activity - Techno Tigers ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Career and technology teachers will stayabreast with current trends in technology andincorporate technology daily in the classroom.The primary focus will be on developingtechnology based class settings that interestboth male and female.

Technology 12/01/2014 07/01/2016 $5000 - Perkins

Career and technicalteachers, principal,superintendent,technology committee,technology director



Faculty/Staff - Based on 2013-2014 TELL findings, PHS faculty and staff expressed concerns in regard to school climate and teacher morale.

In an effort to address this, administration will be proactive in more effective communication, positive reinforcement, and overall attention to

the school climate and teacher need.

Category: Human Capital Management

Research Cited:

Strategy2:

TELL Survey and other - TELL survery and additional survey data will be compiled and compiled so that the findings serve as resource to

improve school climate and stakeholder involvement and relations.

Category: Stakeholder Engagement

Research Cited:

Strategy3:

Welcome Tigers!! - PHS will strive to collaborate with local resources such as the local media, FRYSC, community outreaches and support

Activity - Secret Pals ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


A Secret Pal program was implemented inwhich all faculty and staff were invited toparticipate. The gift exchange will continuethroughout the school year with a largecelebration/reveal in May. We feel this hasadded fellowship amongst our faculty.


Required All faculty/staff

Activity - Talking Points ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


All faculty/staff receive the FRYSC weeklynewsletter, a monthly calendar of events isavailable in the teacher workroom, monthlySBDM and BOE meetings, monthly facultymeetings, consistent e-mail communicationfrom the principal, superintendent, guidancecounselor, and instructional supervisor.


Required

Instructional SupervisorSuperintendentPrincipalGuidance Counselor

Activity - Celebration ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


In response to the TELL survey, administrationwill seek out ways to celebrate highperformance. For example, after the release ofKPREP scores, all students were rewarded bygrade level and faculty/staff enjoyed a gratitudeluncheon. Teacher/Secretary AppreciationDays are observed. The district as well as theprincipal gives faculty/staff annual holiday gifts.

CommunityEngagement 08/01/2014 07/01/2016 $5000 - General

Fund

SuperintendentPrincipalBoard of Education

Activity - TELL the tale ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Findings from the TELL survery will be used todirect Professional Growth Plans so that thedistrict reflects inwardly to improve customersatisfaction among all stakeholders.


Required Principal



services (Health Department, Public Library,etc) to transmit information and promote stakeholder involvement. Open Houses, extracurricular

events, and addition of volunteers will be some of the tactics employed to gain stakeholder participation.

Category:

Research Cited:

Goal 4:

Ensure that all teachers and principals receive training and are provided support and guidance of the Professional Growth and Effectiveness

System (PGES). Measurable Objective 1:

collaborate to ensure that all Paintsville Jr/Sr High School teachers and principal are fully trained to begin implementing the PGES system in

2014-15 by 07/31/2014 as measured by the training and guidance provided during the preparatory pilot phase. Strategy1:

Principal Preparation - School leadership will collaborate with district personel to ensure that all principals are trained in the new PGES

system prior to the 2014-15 school year.

Category:

Research Cited:

Activity - Tiger Sports and Academics ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Stakeholders will be invited to assist in thecreation and facilitation of sporting andacademic events such as Tiger Madness,Academic Meets, fundraising, etc.


RequiredPHS Administrative staff,coaches and sponsors

Activity - Project Prom ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Parent will be invited to assist PHS staff in thecreation and facilitation of PHS Project Prom.


Required

PHS Project Promfacilitator and PHSadministrative staff

Activity - Weekly Newsletter/PeriodicalSurveys

ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


The Family Resource Center will offer a weeklynewsletter to all stakeholders and willperdioically administer surveys to allstakeholders regarding school climate,etc.


Required

PrincipalFamily Resource CenterDirector

Activity - Danielson Certification ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Principal will utilize support from districtleadership to complete Teachscape trainingsand acquire certification in the DanielsonFramework for teachers observation.

ProfessionalLearning 08/01/2013 08/01/2014 $900 - Race to the

Top

Superintendent, PHSPrincipal and InstructionalSupervisor



Strategy2:

Teacher Preparation - School leadership team will collaborate with district level personnel to ensure that all teachers are trained in the new

PGEAS system prior to 2014-15 school year.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy3:

Implementation Supports - Principal will utilize assistance from district leadership to develop a schedule for implementing the steps of

PGES, including observation assistance, technical guidance, feedback, etc.

Category:

Research Cited:

Goal 5:






awareness.


Research Cited:

Activity - Training on the Multiple Meaures ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


School leadership and district personnel (withassistance from state and educationalcooperative contacts) will provide training andsupports to teachers on the multiple measuresthat will make up the teacher effectivenesssystem (ie student voice, self-reflection,observations, student growth)


RequiredInstructional supervisor,PHS principal

Activity - Implementation Supports ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Principal will utilize assistance from districtleadership to develop a schedule forimplementing the steps of PGES, includingobservation assistance, technical guidance,feedback, etc.

Policy andProcess 12/05/2013 07/31/2014 $1000 - Race to the

Top

Superintendent,Instructional Supervisor,and PHS Principal



Goal 6:

2016-2017 GAP:Increase achievement among subgroups Measurable Objective 1:

increase student growth in student achivement and performance among subgroups by 05/31/2019 as measured by state assessment results

. Strategy1:

GAP - All GAP students will be identified and offered forms of RTI services. All students will be monitored and immediate needs will be

assessed and met as they arise.


Research Cited:

Goal 7:

2016-2017 Novice reduction: Decrease the percentage of students scoring at the novice level Measurable Objective 1:

demonstrate a proficiency in decreasing the percentage of students scoring at the novice level by 50% by 06/30/2021 as measured by state

assessment results . Strategy1:

Identify novice - All students scoring novice will be identified and presented RTI.


Research Cited:





Activity - GAP ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


RTI classes will be assigned to students in theGAP group. Class sizes will be small and classinstruction will be relevant to ensure studentsuccess

Class SizeReduction 12/01/2016 08/01/2017 $0 - No Funding

RequiredAll teachers, guidancecounselor and principal

Activity - NOVICE for no one ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


RTI classes will be as small as possible. Class SizeReduction 12/01/2016 06/30/2021 $0 - No Funding

Requiredguidance counselorall teachers



The school identified specific strategies to increase the average combined reading and math K-Prep proficiency scores. Goal 1:

2016-2017 Increase the percentage of students performing as proficient or distinguished in biology on the K-Prep End of Course from 12.5%

to 30% by 2017. Measurable Objective 1:

A 12% increase of Tenth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency in biology skills assessment in Science by 09/28/2017 as measured

by K-Prep End of Course and progress reports. Strategy1:

Biology or Bust - RTI will be provided to any student identified as not meeting classroom efficiency and mastery of content.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy2:

Freshen up the teacher - Professional development opportunities will be pursued by all teachers within a content area that fails to meet or

exceed student performance on state testing.

Category:

Research Cited:

Activity - Biology RTI ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Students identified as not mastering Biologyclass skills will participate in RTI.

Class SizeReduction 10/01/2015 06/01/2016 $0 - District

Funding Biology teacher, principal

Activity - Format it ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Biology teacher will incorporate End of Coursestyle testing into classroom instruction andtesting throughout the year to engage studentsin testing style.


RequiredBiology teacher andprincipal



Goal 2:


50% in 2017. Measurable Objective 1:




Research Cited:

Strategy2:



Research Cited:

Activity - Freshen up the teacher ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


All teachers within a content area that studentsdo not meet or exceed state performance willattend current professional development,approved by the Instructional Superviser, toimprove classroom performance.

ProfessionalLearning 10/01/2015 07/01/2016 $500 - District

Funding

Instructional superviser,superintendent, principal,teachers




















Strategy3:




Research Cited:

Strategy4:




Research Cited:

Goal 3:

Instructional time will be respected and dedicated to the learning climate and educational processes. Measurable Objective 1:

demonstrate a proficiency in the preservation of quality instructional time by 05/31/2016 as measured by an increase in test scores and

through classroom observations. Strategy1:

Freshen up the Classrooms - Administration will take measures to preserve the quality of instructional time and the learning environment.


Research Cited:













Goal 4:

2016-2017 Increase the math proficiency/distinguished ratings for high school students in the nonduplicated gap group from 23.8% to 40%

by 2017. Measurable Objective 1:

A 21% increase of Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh and Twelfth grade students will demonstrate a proficiency of proficient/distinguished on state

testing in Mathematics by 10/01/2016 as measured by test scores. Strategy1:

Math Matters - Math department will collaborate to improve math instruction, align math curriculum and identify individual students deemed in

need during the school day with RTI services.


Research Cited:

All children-were screened for kindergarten readiness. If yes, name the assessment. N/A (this question does not apply)

Activity - Instructional Time on Lockdown ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Administration will develop a system to ensurethat minimal classroom disruptions are created. Other 09/30/2015 06/01/2016 $0 - No Funding

Required Administration

Activity - Student Outlook ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Administration will work with all faculty and staffto create a climate of learning with clearexpectations. Students will develop a moreacademically minded view on the educationalprocesses.




Activity - Professional Development ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Professional development opportunities alignedto content will be pursued by all teachers withina content area that fails to meet or exceedstudent performance on state testing. Allteachers will receive professional development.


RequiredAdministration andteachers

Activity - RTI ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


Tutoring services will be offered in Math for allstudents Tutoring 10/01/2015 07/01/2016 $0 - Other Math department and

administration



The school identified specific strategies to increase the percentage of students who are Kindergarten ready. N/A (this question does not apply)

The school identified specific K-3 strategies to increase the average 3rd grade math and reading combined K-Prep proficiency

scores. N/A (this question does not apply)

The school identified specific strategies to address subgroup achievement gaps. Goal 1:






Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy2:


environment.

Category:

Research Cited:








Strategy3:




Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy4:



Category:

Research Cited:

Goal 2:







Required












10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 - GeneralFund






10/01/2015 10/01/2016 $500 - GeneralFund







Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy2:



Category:

Research Cited:
























Goal 3:


50% in 2017. Measurable Objective 1:




Research Cited:

Strategy2:




Research Cited:

Strategy3:



Research Cited:



















Strategy4:




Research Cited:

Goal 4:

2016-2017 GAP:Increase achievement among subgroups Measurable Objective 1:

increase student growth in student achivement and performance among subgroups by 05/31/2019 as measured by state assessment results

. Strategy1:

GAP - All GAP students will be identified and offered forms of RTI services. All students will be monitored and immediate needs will be

assessed and met as they arise.


Research Cited:

Goal 5:

2016-2017 Novice reduction: Decrease the percentage of students scoring at the novice level












Activity - GAP ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


RTI classes will be assigned to students in theGAP group. Class sizes will be small and classinstruction will be relevant to ensure studentsuccess

Class SizeReduction 12/01/2016 08/01/2017 $0 - No Funding

RequiredAll teachers, guidancecounselor and principal



Measurable Objective 1:

demonstrate a proficiency in decreasing the percentage of students scoring at the novice level by 50% by 06/30/2021 as measured by state

assessment results . Strategy1:

Identify novice - All students scoring novice will be identified and presented RTI.


Research Cited:

The school identified specific strategies to increase the average freshman graduation rate. Goal 1:





environment.

Category:

Research Cited:

Strategy2:

Activity - NOVICE for no one ActivityType Begin Date End Date Funding Amount


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Executive Summary



Introduction Every school has its own story to tell. The context in which teaching and learning takes place influences the processes and procedures by

which the school makes decisions around curriculum, instruction, and assessment. The context also impacts the way a school stays faithful

to its vision. Many factors contribute to the overall narrative such as an identification of stakeholders, a description of stakeholder

engagement, the trends and issues affecting the school, and the kinds of programs and services that a school implements to support student

learning.

The purpose of the Executive Summary (ES) is to provide a school with an opportunity to describe in narrative form the strengths and

challenges it encounters. By doing so, the public and members of the school community will have a more complete picture of how the school

perceives itself and the process of self-reflection for continuous improvement. This summary is structured for the school to reflect on how it

provides teaching and learning on a day to day basis.



Description of the School

Describe the school's size, community/communities, location, and changes it has experienced in the last three years. Include

demographic information about the students, staff, and community at large. What unique features and challenges are associated

with the community/communities the school serves? Paintsville Jr/Sr High School, accredited by the Southern Association of College and Schools, is nestled in rural Johnson County, Ky. PJHS

is one of two schools in the Paintsville Independent Schools District and houses grades 7-12. Student enrollment for the 2016-2017 school

year is 347 and the teacher/student ratio is 14:1. All teachers are highly qualified, teaching within his/her area of expertise and participate in

consistent and appropriate professional development opportunities to stay abreast with the latest trends and movements in education. The

mission of the Paintsville High School, as a standard for excellence in Kentucky and the nation, is to ensure for each student a globally

comprehensive education in a positive environment which provides individualized and cooperative learning opportunities, produces

responsible citizens, and instills a desire for life-long learning through quality instructional programs, sound fiscal management, visionary

leadership, and a partnership involving home, school, and community. The vision is "We envision a Paintsville Jr./Sr. High Schoool which

produces responsible and respectful citizens." In addition, by aligning our curriculum with college and career ready based standards and

employing a 100% highly qualified faculty, we ensure that all students are offered the most educational opportunities possible. At PHS we

strive for excellence and work under the guidance of strong administration who reminds our school community that even the best can be

better. As a community of learning all stakeholders drive the mission and vision for the school. In the last three years, our school has

suffered from the demographic concerns from a failing economy. Based in coal country, the businesses within our school limits (or city limits)

have been greatly affected by the decline in economy and growth has been stagnated. Our school opened the Tiger Cafe cafeteria in the

2012-2013 school year; marking the first time in the history of the district that the high school students had closed lunch. With an increasing

population of students qualifying for free/reduced lunch at a rate of 40% this school year, the Tiger Café has been instrumental to serving

student needs. Paintsville offers a sought after college/career preparatory education. 87.2% of students were deemed College and Career

Ready last year and 100% of last years seniors had applied to a college before November 15, 2015. A unique feature of our school is that

over 50% of our enrollment is tuition-based. However, with this tuition-based enrollment rate so high Paintsville's enrollment is vulnerable to

reciprocal agreements with neighboring school districts and the fear of economical strains hampering student transportation. Like all schools

nationwide, the communities we serve are severely damaged by drug/alcohol abuse. Students from these homes suffer from absenteeism,

lack of parental involvement and other forms of abuse and neglect which can impact the learning processes of the students. There is little

cultural or racial diversity in our district. PJHS is comprised of 98.3% Caucasian and 1.7% other. The current special education population is

10.3%, the minority population is 1.8% while 37.4% is poverty. Administration annually evaluates the athletic programs and makes changes

in coaching staff and upgrades to facilities as needed. There has been a surge in school spirit in the last two years due to aggressive efforts

of all stakeholders to restore the tradition of atheletic prowess in the district.



School's Purpose

Provide the school's purpose statement and ancillary content such as mission, vision, values, and/or beliefs. Describe how the

school embodies its purpose through its program offerings and expectations for students. Founded in 1889 Paintsville Independent School District remains committed to providing individual attention to students and families while

building a school and community bond in all aspects of student life: academic, athletic, and social. It is our belief that the Paintsville

Independent School District is among the best school systems in the nation and produces lifelong learners equipped with skills needed to

excel on a national level.

The driving force of Paintsville Independent Schools is the stakeholders.

All Paintsville Independent Schools are fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Kentucky Department

of Education. Paintsville High School has been selected as a Best High School at US News & World Report. The overall ACT score ranks

our district in the top 10% of all public districts in Kentucky. The mission of Paintsville Jr/Sr High School, as a standard for excellence in

Kentucky and the nation, is to ensure for each student a globally comprehensive education in a positive environment which provides

individualized and cooperative learning opportunities, produces responsible citizens, and instills a desire for life-long learning through quality

instructional programs, sound fiscal management, visionary leadership, and a partnership involving home, school, and community."

The vision is "We envision a Paintsville Jr./Sr. High Schoool which produces responsible and respectful citizens." In addition, by aligning our

curriculum with college and career ready based standards and employing a 100% highly qualified faculty, we ensure that all students are

offered the most educational opportunities possible. At PHS we strive for excellence and work under the guidance of strong administration

who reminds our school community that even the best can be better.



Notable Achievements and Areas of Improvement

Describe the school's notable achievements and areas of improvement in the last three years. Additionally, describe areas for

improvement that the school is striving to achieve in the next three years. Achievements and areas of improvement in the last three years:

Paintsville High Schools currently offers Dual Credit opportunities for students through Big Sandy Community and Technical College as well

as Morehead State University.

In addition, Paintsville Independent Schools partners with Big Sandy Community and Technical College to offer the Mayo Early College

Academy to qualifying juniors. In the first year of this offering, eleven juniors take a full-time college course load through BSCTC and will be

on course to graduate with an Associate's Degree by the end of their senior year of high school. These classes are offered free of charge to

these students.

The senior class of 2015 earned Paintsville Schools the distinction of third highest District for the ACT in the state of Kentucky.

In 2013-2014 HS graduation rate was 93%, which is above the state average.

In 2014-2015 HS graduation rate was 98.1%, which is above state average.

In 2015-2016 HS graduation rate was 97.9%, which is above state average.

In 2013-2014 HS was scored Distinguished/Progressing and labeled a School of Distinction (96 state ranking), MS was scored

Proficient/Progressing (71 state ranking).

In 2014-2015 HS was scored Distinguished and labeled a School of Distinction (91 state ranking), MS was scored Distinguished/Progressing

(92 state ranking).

In 2015-2016 HS and MS were ranked as Proficient

Class of 2013 was deemed 67.3% College and Career Ready above the state score of 62.3%

Class of 2014 was deemed 68.1% College and Career Ready above the state score of 66.8%

Class of 2015 was deemed 73.7% College and Career Ready above the state score of 68.5%.

92% of students who took the KOSSA in Consumer and Family Management for 2015-2016 school year passed the exam. (12 out of 13

students)

The average composite ACT score of the PHS senior class of 2014 was 22.2 (identified during the junior year)



For the last two years all PHS seniors have applied to a college, university or technical school prior to January 1. The 2015 class had all

reached this goal by November 1. The entire school district enjoys a "College Sweatshirt" day in which all stakeholders are encouraged to



wear a collegiate shirt and instigate discussions about higher education. This is a district and community wide celebration.

Average class size of Advanced Placement classes are as follows

2012-13/passing rate 2013-14 2014-15 2015-2016

AP Biology 18 42 (64 ) (every other year) 8

AP US History 10 (56%) 12 (55 ) (every other year) 6

AP World History 17 (59 ) 19 (53) 21

AP English Literature 20 (68%) 9 (56 ) 23 (41) 15

AP English Language 12 (50%) 23 ( 64 ) 21 (21) 13

AP Calculus AB 13 (25%) 6 (67 ) 11 (36) 11

2015-2016 Academics

We had one 4th placement in JV Academics

2014 Academics

Academic team qualified for the 2014 National History Bowl

Academic Team placed second overall (behind state champions JCHS) in 2014 JV Challenge

Varsity Academic Team placed second overall in 2014 District Governor's Cup with Top 5 placements in every category

Varsity Academic Team placed third overall in 2014 Regional Governor's Cup Competition

Last year's Academic results for Regionals and then represented Paintsville in the State Competition held in March.

Middle School Regionals

Jill Howard 2nd in Composition

Kelsey Adams 3rd in Composition

Aiden Belcher 3rd Social Studies

Emma Plaxico - 1st place in Arts & Humanities

FPS - 2nd Place

Finished 2nd overall standings

High School Regionals

Mikayla Maynard - 3rd in Composition

FPS - 1st Place

Finished 3rd in overall standings

STATE Finals

Jill Howard - 11th place

Middle School FPS team was in top ten finishing in 8th place

2015 Academics



Governor's Cup

Andre Faria - 3rd place Mathematics, 4th place Science

Harrison Dye - 5th place Social Studies, 3rd place Composition

Grant Wheeler - 5th place Language Arts

Katherine Dale - 1st place Composition

Katie Mollette - 2nd place Composition

PHS Future Problem Solving 2nd place

PHS Quick Recall 3rd place

JV ASAP

Emma Plaxico - 6th place Language Arts

Andre Faria - 3rd place Mathematics, 6th place Arts and Humanities

Kelsey Adams - 4th place Composition

Jill Howard - 6 place Composition

PHS Quick Recall 3rd place

2013 MSU Art Day…(in all 14 years of participating we have come away with at least an honorable mention, all the way up to 1st place a

couple of times) Paintsville High School Art I and II students traveled to Morehead, Kentucky on March 12th to attend the annual "Kentucky

Burley/Coal Regional High School Exhibition and Competition" hosted by the Claypool-Young Art Building on the Morehead State University

campus. Activities and demonstrations were presented throughout the day as well as a sculpture competition. A jury, comprised of art

faculty and a member of the Kentucky Art Education Association, presented Best in Show awards for both two-dimensional and three-

dimensional artwork as well as ribbons for first place in each art media category. High schools from the Eastern Kentucky region participated

in the large scale exhibition which includes a diverse range of 2-D and 3-D media. Emily Ousley received 3rd place, in the photography

category, for her entry entitled "Catch at Dawn"!

Upgrade of Yearbook software

The Paintsville Choir performs a minimum of three public concerts per school year as well as offering performances as community service.

Paintsville Choir members volunteer to sing the National Anthem at all boys and girls home games. The choir teacher facilitates the

schedule for this service.

Paintsville Choir teacher coordinates the 4H Talent Show for our district. Within the last three years six students have advanced to compete

at the Kentucky State Fair.

Sonia Williams, Taylor Bussey, and Zach Snyder were selected to the Morehead State University Honors Band.

Band participation has more than doubled in the past year with 36 active participants. (not including elementary)

All-District High School: Alex Stacy, French Horn

2013-2014

All-District High School Jazz Band: Samantha Perdue, Bari.Sax.

Matthew Barber, guitar.

All-District Middle School: Hunter Becknell, Percussion.

Sonia Williams, Mallets.



Taylor Bussey, Clarinet

Madison Mollette, Clarinet

Zach Snyder, Euphonium

2014 - Recently Paintsville junior Samantha Perdue and freshman Katie Adams were selected to participate at the Eastern Kentucky

University Honors Band. Along with other students from around the state, the students participated in a weekend of musical study with

prominent guest composers. The event culminated in a group performance at the EKU Center of the Arts.

2014- The US Dept. of Ed selected the KVEC application (Paintsville as well as other districts in the region) as one of 31 finalists in the latest

round of RTTT funding. Over 200 groups applied and 31 finalists were chosen. The Appalachian Renaissance Initiative is part of the 2013

U.S. Department of Education Race to the Top Grant. Public school systems in the Appalachian region of Kentucky are poised to emerge as

national and international leaders in rural education. The region has long been measured by the challenges that face its education systems

rather than the opportunities that exist. Those opportunities include: a unified consortium of school districts committed to putting students

first, the willingness to share resources and strategies in a cross-district collaborative, the capacity to engage broad cross sections of the

community in a systemic process for positive change, and the drive to recreate the landscape of rural public education. The collaborations

developing through ARI are catalysts for positive change that can break historical patterns and capitalize on the strength and energy of

extraordinarily resilient professionals. This project will serve as an important, significant, and effective model to dramatically improve

educational outcomes for students across Kentucky and in rural schools nationally. During the 2015 school year Paintsville Independent will

be partnering with the KVEC to participate in this initiative.

During the 2014-15 school year the following teachers; Karen Adkins, Stephanie Hammonds, Dawn Kinner, Jason Kinner and Hans Doderer

all were awarded $1000 classroom grants from the Appalachain Renaissance Initiative.

2015 The Appalachian Renaissance Intiiative has brought many resources to our district.

2 MondoPads

3 software subscriptions (WinMath, WinLearning, and Icurio)

Several free PD offerings including Google classroom training

12 $1000.00 individual classroom grants were awarded.

2015 school year makes the 7th consecutive year that Mr. Hans Doderer and the PHS PRIDE Club have secured funding (more than

$28,000 in total) from east KY PRIDE NEED, and the KEEA Organizations along with a few donations from local businesses. Recently

Doderer was able to tap into additional funding through grants awarded through the Kentucky Valley Educational Cooperative (KVEC) via

ARI grants.

This additional funding has enabled Doderer to develop many hands-on and project based science projects at PHS. Last year the PHS

PRIDE Club utilized a technology/innovation grant to install the school's first solar panels onto an outdoor classroom shelter (built with funds

received from a previous PRIDE grant). Students can use energy generated from the solar panels and stored in batteries to charge their

phones and other devices at the shelter. Previous grants have funded the construction of the school's first greenhouse, various tree planting

projects, the installation of rain barrels, maintain bird feeding stations on the PHS campus, and the development of "Tiger Island, which is a

27 acre island located at Paintsville Lake used by Doderer to conduct water quality experiments and to monitor bluebird and wood duck

nesting boxes that have been placed along the shore of the island. PHS is perhaps the only high school in the state that conducts

environmental experiments and projects on an island. This year Doderer and his students received funding from several partners to begin

the school's first Trout in the Classroom project. More than 75 Ecology and Biology students at Paintsville High School will conduct a wide

range of water quality test as part of our school's Trout in the Classroom Project (TIC). Students are raising Rainbow Trout from the eyed egg

stage into young fry in a 120 gallon aquarium in which the water temperature are being maintained at 52 F. As a culminating activity students



will release the young trout into an approved (according to KY State Fish &Wildlife) stream during the spring of 2016. There is also an

interdisciplinary component of this project where history, art and chemistry students (approximately 50 additional PHS students) will produce

a documentary about the TIC project including oral histories of local citizens and experts about water quality issues as they pertain to eastern

Kentuckians. Plans are to air the documentary on local TV as well as the PHS school news. Students will raise, study and grow rainbow trout

from egg to fry and then release the young trout into an approved stream in the spring of 2016. A documentary that will be aired on

hometown TV and the schools news in the spring of 2016. "Grants have been instrumental in the development of our environmental

education at PHS and have supported my efforts to increase environmental literacy among our students", stated Mr. Doderer.

At PHS four teachers are actively pursuing National Board Certification.

PHS was a pilot school for the TPGES program in the 2013-14 school year. This school year we are a pilot for the OPGES.

During the 2014-2015 school year Dawn McNew, English department received the Education First Travel Scholarship. In 2014 and 2015

school years the students participated in the Actors Theater of Louisville education backstage workshops and performance viewings of

Dracula and The Christmas Carol.

Volleyball:

(2013-14)The Varsity Volleyball team was District Champions for the second year in a row. We were also Runner-Up in the Paintsville Fall

Classic. Jessica Hall make the KVCA All-State 1st Team; Molly Kirk made 2nd Team; and Kerrigan Samons was honorable mention. Molly

Kirk was selected to the 15th Region All-Tournament Team.

(2014-15)

2014 AVCA Team Academic Award

2014 District Champions

2014 Regular Season District Champions

Individual:

Kerrigan Samons- Regional All-Tournament Team, MaxPreps Player of the Week, AVCA Under Armour Watch List, Champions of the

Mountain All-Tournament Team, AVCA Phenom, KHSAA All-State team

Abbey Meade- Regional All-Tournament Team

2015 Megan Taylor and Abbey Meade were 15th region all tournament team.

2015-16 Volleyball --DISTRICT champions --Regional semi finalist

Abbey Meade and Megan Taylor selected to All-State and 15th region all tournament team

2016-17 Volleyball --DISTRICT champions --All a regional runner up

Paintsville fall Classic champions

Regional semi finalist

Megan Taylor and abbey Meade 15th region l tournament team

Megan Taylor- all-state honorable mention

2014 All A Regional Basketball Champs (Girls)

2013-14 Golf:

Katherine Dale qualified for the girls all a state golf team and The Leachman Buick GMC girls state team in Bowling Green. Girls Golf State

Championships

2014-15 Golf:



Boys golf team played in both the all a state and the KHSAA state tournaments

Logan Conn won the region as an individual

Katherine Dale qualified for both the All A State and the KHSAA State golf tournament (5th time playing in the state golf tournament)

Middle School Football 2013:

10 - 0 Perfect Season

5 members named to the All-State Team (more than any other MS in the state)

High School Football

2015 PHS Team had an undefeated season

Areas of improvement within next three years:

Both HS and MS maintain Distinguished classification

100% students deemed college/career ready

ACT scores will continue to rise

Increase the population of Advanced Placement students and passing rates

Make student data forms more efficient for parents and school

Maintain Infinite Campus as an ongoing up to date means of communication

Strengthen community involvement

Evaluate and ensure student safety via crisis management

Collect lunch forms on all students

Concentrate on the performance of our focus group, free/reduced lunch

Continue technology advancements and integration

Continue to focus on athletic performance and achievement

Continue to focus on academic performance and achievement



Additional Information

Provide any additional information you would like to share with the public and community that were not prompted in the previous

sections. Paintsville High School offers access to student performance, attendance and information to guardians via Infinite Campus. Please visit the

school webpage www.paintsville.kyschools.us and link to IC or Infinite Campus. Guidance counselors will provide the username and

password designated to each student. Counselors can also provide mobile app information for IC.

Paintsville Independent Schools maintain current school events, photographs, student created videos and schedules on the district webpage.

A wide range of extracurricular events are videoed and archived. Please visit the school webpage at www.paintsville.kyschools.us.

The district began the implementation of the BOD (bring your own device) this 2015 school year. Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

Paintsville Independent Schools will initiate a 1-1 Technology Plan, which will begin during the 2015-2016 school year, where the district will

be purchasing Google Chromebooks at both Paintsville Elementary and Paintsville High school. Here is the link to the make/model of the

chromebook our district purchased for our students. The Paintsville Board of Education recently approved a BYOD(Bring Your Own Device)

policy, so students can bring their own devices and use in the classroom. We encourage students to bring their own devices for use at

school, in grades 5 and up. Under the downloads section on the school web page, you can read about our plan, as well as download our

BYOD policy.

SchoolCast

For the 2015-2016 school year, the Paintsville Independent School District will not obtain the services of SchoolCast to provide a stakeholder

"all call" information system. At this time, we are exploring potential options to provide a cost-effective method to distribute district wide

information. Until further notice, the Paintsville Independent School District will provide official announcements through the following sources:

Radio: WKLW, WSIP, WQHY

Television: WYMT, WKYT, WSAZ

Newspaper: Paintsville Herald, Big Sandy News, Around Paintsville

Websites: Paintsville Independent Schools, Paintsville elementary school, Paintsville High School

Additional radio & television sources will be added at a later date. If your organization wishes to have information added to school/district

websites, please contact the building principal to receive approval. After approval, please contact Joseph Schmitt, Director of Technology, or

Bryan Auxier, ARI Grant Coordinator.

All students grades 7-12 maintain a working ILP or Individual Learning Plan.

SBDM meetings are scheduled for the first Monday of each month. Public is invited to attend. Times and dates are announced.

The Family Resource Center is available to service families in need. If you are in need please contact Elizabeth Bruner at 606-789-2656.



