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Judson Middle School2014-2015

Judson Middle School

Campus Plan of ActionIf You Believe – You Can Achieve

Dennis Mitchell PrincipalDennis Mitchell, PrincipalP.O. Box 32685745 Judson RoadLongview, TX 75606(903) 446 2610 F (903) 446 2604(903) 446-2610, Fax: (903) 446-2604

Board of TrusteesBoard of Trustees

Background

The Judson Plan of Action is prepared in accordance with requirements of Chapter 11, Subchapter F, of the Texas Education Code, specifically §11.251 and §11.252.These requirements are also contained in AISD policies BQ (Legal) and BQA (Legal).

Each school district shall have a district improvement plan that is developed, evaluated, and revised annually, in accordance with district policy, by the Superintendent withthe assistance of the district-level committee. The purpose of the district improvement plan is to guide district and campus staff in the improvement of student performancefor all student groups in order to attain state standards in respect to academic excellence indicators.

The Campus Plan of Action is required by statute to include the following components:•Comprehensive needs assessment•Measurable campus performance objectives•Strategies for improvement of student performance•Strategies for providing secondary students with information on higher education preparation and opportunities•Description of resources needed to implement identified strategies•Description of staff responsible accomplishing of each strategy•Timelines for implementation of each strategy•Formative evaluation criteria

In developing the 2014-2015 Campus Plan of Action, the Judson Campus Improvement Team met in committee to review the Needs Assessment and proposedPerformance Objectives and Targets, and the full Campus Improvement Team recommended approval on___________. The Board of Trustees provided final approval in_____________________.

Accordingly, monitoring of the strategies included in the Campus Plan of Action is accomplished through ongoing monitoring. Further, each Campus Improvement Planaligns directly with the District Plan of Action.

This plan has been collaboratively developed by the Campus Improvement Team which represents all Campus stakeholders. All performance goals identified in No ChildLeft Behind legislation including Special Education and Bilingual Performance Based Analysis System (PBMAS) identified indicators and the Highly Qualified Plan havebeen adopted by the district and are reflected in this Plan of Action.

The following funding sources support the objectives and strategies implemented to address identified student needs: Titles I, IIA, IID, III, IV, V, Special Education, StateCompensatory Education, Career and Technology Education, Optional Extended Year, ARI Grant, District Foundation Grants.

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MissionThe mission of Judson Middle School is to inspire and empower students to excel both

academically and socially and prepare them to be productive citizens and future leaders.

VisionThe vision of Judson Middle School is for all stakeholders to be committed to developing the whole

child by providing a nurturing and safe environment that fosters a rigorous academic andtechnological curriculum that will prepare students to become productive citizens and future

leaders.

Nondiscrimination NoticeJudson Middle School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in providing education services, activities, and programs, including

vocational programs, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972; and section 504 of therehabilitation Act of 1973; as amended.


Judson Middle School Site Base

Name Position

Banks, Bruce Comm. rep.

Bassett, Beth Dist. non-teaching rep.

Boyd, Kathy Teacher

Lawson, Nicholas Business/Parent

Mancha, Jesus Business/Parent

Mitchell, Dennis Principal

Monsivais, Tony Comm. rep.

Peery, Sheri Campus non-teaching prof.

Perkins, Kimberly Teacher

Rosson, Leah Teacher

Skinner, Cara Community

Stuart, Kenda Teacher

Webb, Natalie Campus Non-teaching prof.


Resource Allocations

Resource Source Amount

Campus Library Other 3618.00

Computer Lab Other 803.00

Journals Other 500.00

Literacy Library Other 1000.00

Manipulatives Other 500.00

Math Materials Other 500.00

Physical Fitness Equipment Other 324.00

Scantrons Other 574.04

Local Funds State

SCE-FTE State

State Compensatory State


No Child Left Behind Performance Goals(These goals have not been updated by the U.S. Department of Education as of the 2014/2015 school year.)

Goal 1. By 2013-2014, all students will reach high standards, at a minimum attaining proficiency or better in reading/language arts and mathematics.

Goal 2. All limited English proficient students will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards, at a minimum attaining proficiency or better inreading/language arts and mathematics.

Goal 3. By 2005-2006, all students will be taught by highly qualified teachers.

Goal 4. All students will be educated in learning environments that are safe, drug-free, and conducive to learning.

Goal 5. All students will graduate from high school.


Campus CompositionCampus Composition

Systems SafeguardsSystems Safeguards

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Longview Independent School District Comprehensive Needs Assessment Summary 2014-2015

District Goal 1. Meet or exceed Texas Education Agency standards on STAAR, close the achievement gap, prepare students for higher education and workforce readiness, and provide meaningful opportunities for the district's diverse student population.

Reading African American and Hispanic students constantly scored similar but significantly lower than white students.

We will target strategies that are aimed at narrowing the achievement gap between student populations by at least 50%.

Scores in all three Reading STAAR reporting areas are low, with Understanding/Analysis of Literary Texts and Informational Texts significantly lower.

We will increase the rigor and relevancy in the daily planning and implementation of instruction.

Vocabulary development

Utilize the Read 180, System 44, Classworks and LAPS

Utilize the PLC’s in continual data digging and analyzing current testing data.

Economically disadvantaged students comprise approximately 55 – 60% of our total student population and significantly scores lower as a sub group.

Science White students scored significantly higher than African American and Hispanic creating a significant achievement gap.


Increase the frequency of common assessments.

Use data such as test scores and informal assessments to identify students that are at risk.

Tutorial before school Breaking down activities into a sequential method when

presenting, Using multiple modalities, sequencing repetitive. Increase the rigger with instruction and experiments. Utilize the PLC’s in continual data digging and analyzing current

testing data.

Writing African American and Hispanic students constantly scored similar but significantly lower than white students. We have found most students to be severely deficient in grammar and writing skills.


Social Studies African American and Hispanic students scored similar but significantly lower than white students.


Utilize hands-on study manipulatives such as “Foldables”

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Increase the frequency of writing assignments.

Increase writing across other subjects

Implement “Drop Everything And Write” program.

Train all teachers in the writing process.

Intensify vertical alignment from 6th grade to 7th grade for increased support in the writing process.


Determine why our students did significantly better on Personal Narrative writing as opposed to Expository writing.

Tutorials twice a week before school.


Math In 6th grade Hispanic and White students scored similar but significantly higher than African American students. In 7th grade and continuing into 8th grade the White students continued to score significantly higher than African American students, however, Hispanic students fell back creating a significant achievement gap.


Increase the frequency of common assessments.

Increase the use of math computation in electives.

Utilize Classworks computer program.

MAPS classes and morning tutorials


ELL ELL’s attending Judson MS are all parental denials. However, those students that are still linguistically challenged are supported with additional assistance through the use of language scaffolding.

Special ed. With the inclusion model of instruction our special education students are receiving instruction in the classroom.

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We will target strategies that are aimed at narrowing the achievement gap between special education students and the other sub-populations by 50%.

Increase the frequency of formative assessments.

Increase the use of manipulatives in the classroom.

Use small group instruction after initial lesson of students that did not comprehend the lesson. (special education students and at-risk students together)

Multiple-removal program along with counseling to assist in proper classroom behavior modification.

Utilize Classworks computer program.

MAPS classes and morning tutorials


Priorities 1. Provide campus wide initiatives to increase the instructional rigger. 2. Implement writing across the curriculum. 3. Increase student attendance rate to 97% or above. 4. Close the achievement gap between sub-populations

District Goal 2. Establish an integrated system of community relations and communications that provides opportunities to establish and strengthen district relationships and partnerships with parents and the community.

Strengths

Well organized PTA

Utilize the Robo Call to keep parents informed about goings on.

City job fair for 8th graders.

Junior Achievement

Anchor Club through Pilots International and Student Council for community service

Partners in Prevention

Judson Fest at the end of the year

Weaknesses

Not enough adult mentors.

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Priorities 1. More opportunities for parents to become involved at school. 2. Visit local businesses and attract community partnerships. 3. Create a parent conference day

District Goal 3. Hire, retain, cultivate, and promote high quality personnel.

Strengths

LISD Employment Expo

Create an environment conducive to building relationships

Celebrating the small gains

Support teachers with staff development in instruction and classroom management.

Weaknesses

Difficult to find Highly Qualified teachers with experience

Priorities 1. Continue creating an environment of support 2. Data driven staff development

District Goal 4. Design a comprehensive instructional technology program that promotes 21st century teaching and learning, including digital literacy and Internet safety instruction.

Strengths

Computer usage in the classroom

Multiple software programs for tutorial or enrichment

Weaknesses

Some of the wireless carts are stocked with older laptops and new programs cannot run on older operating systems.

Priorities 1. Provide staff development on using and integrating technology in the classrooms.

Judson Middle SchoolGoal 1. Meet or exceed Texas Education Agency standards on STAAR, close the achievement gap, prepare students for higher education and workforce

readiness, and provide meaningful opportunities for the district's diverse student population.

Objective 1. Provide rigorous, complex, and meaningful learning that promotes readiness for post PK-12 experiences, including a curriculum that isfocused on the state standards and research based, effective instructional practices in all classrooms.

Objective 2. Increase student participation, completion, and performance in AP, Honors, and/or Dual Credit/Dual Degree courses, as well as on ACT,and SAT exams.

Objective 3. Reduce the achievement gap on STAAR between phase-in performance standards and recommended performance standards.

Objective 4. Improve the achievement of students served by programs such as English Language Learners, Special Education, 504, Dyslexia, andGifted and Talented at all levels.

Objective 5. Increase attendance rates at all campuses will reach or exceed 97%.

Goal 2. Establish an integrated system of community relations and communications that provides opportunities to establish and strengthen district relationshipsand partnerships with parents and the community.

Objective 1. Expand comprehensive programs and partnership opportunities between parents, community, and schools that foster classroominnovation.

Objective 2. Create a system to communicate foundational and future-ready skills for each learner.

Objective 3. Create a system for establishing and maintaining reciprocal community partnerships to increase authentic field based learningexperiences.

Goal 3. Hire, retain, cultivate, and promote high quality personnel.

Objective 1. Hire highly qualified teachers and paraprofessionals for all academic core courses in compliance with federal and state guidelines specificto No Child Left Behind.

Objective 2. All Staff will receive high quality, effective, relevant, and sustained professional development aligned with District goals and performanceobjectives.

Goal 4. Design a comprehensive instructional technology program that promotes 21st century teaching and learning, including digital literacy and Internet safetyinstruction.

Objective 1. Fully integrate appropriate technology tools to facilitate best practices for teaching and learning in the classroom.

Objective 2. Increase the capacity of district staff to integrate the use of technology tools and resources through a differentiated staff developmentprogram that addresses 21st century skills.

Objective 3. Provide an infrastructure capable of supporting district instructional needs of staff and students and district technology goals andobjectives aligned to the TEA's Long Range Plan for Technology.




Objective 1. Provide rigorous, complex, and meaningful learning that promotes readiness for post PK-12 experiences, including a curriculum that is focused on thestate standards and research based, effective instructional practices in all classrooms.

Activity/Strategy Person(s) Responsible Timeline Resources Evaluation

1. Utilize high-stakes curriculum to focus onindividual student needs.Develop instructional strategies for STAARimprovement by collaboration horizontally andvertically. Purchase materials to support LISDcurriculum to meet the needs of students.Reduce student failure rates. Provide staffdevelopment and materials to meet needs ofindividual at-risk students. CompleteComprehensive Needs Assessment forcampus using LISD template. Continue to alignLISD ELA curriculum with STAAR. CompleteELA Department collaboration meetings.Implement Calderon Tier 2 Vocabularyprograms in all ELA classes. Utilize vocabularymaterials and resources. Continue to alignLISD Math curriculum with STAAR. Utilizematerials such as calculators and concretemanipulatives such as tangrams and patternblocks. Complete Math Departmentcollaboration meetings. Require Mathjournaling to ensure student comprehension.Involve Math teachers in the Region 7 ESCMath Collaborative. (Target Group: All, H, W, AA, ECD, SPED,GT, M, AtRisk, Dys, 6th, 7th , 8th, 504)

Assistant Principal(s),Classroom Teacher(s), CoreSubject Teachers, Counselor(s),Department Heads, InstructionalAssistants, Lead Teacher,Principal, RtI Team, Special EdTeachers

weekly, 3 weeks,6 weeks,semester

(O)Campus Library,(O)Computer Lab, (O)Journals,(O)Manipulatives, (O)MathMaterials, (O)Scantrons,(O)TEKS Resources System,(S)Local Funds, (S)StateCompensatory

Summative - Texas CurriculumManagement ProgramCooperative (TEKS resource)




Objective 1. Provide rigorous, complex, and meaningful learning that promotes readiness for post PK-12 experiences, including a curriculum that is focused on thestate standards and research based, effective instructional practices in all classrooms.


2. Continue to align LISD Science curriculumwith STAAR. Increase student participation inthe LISD Science Fair. Involve Scienceteachers in the Region 7 ESC ScienceCollaborative. Continue High Yield Tier 2Vocabulary Programs in all Science classes.Require journaling of all Science students toensure comprehension. Purchase materials tosupport STAAR initiatives. Continue to alignLISD Social Studies curriculum with STAARalignment. Implement TORCH Program toaddress various learning styles in SocialStudies classrooms. Complete Social StudiesDepartment collaboration meetings. Continue8th grade College and Career explorationprogram. Continue preventative programthrough classrooms to address relationalaggression behaviors. Continue to provide andmaintain Core Teams for the Texas BehaviorSupport Initiative. Maintain campus committeeto review discipline data. Utilize the CampusCounts Program as an additional disciplinedata resource and to assist in the identifyingstudents. (Target Group: All, 6th, 7th , 8th)(NCLB: 4)

Assistant Principal(s),Classroom Teacher(s), CoreSubject Teachers, Counselor(s),Principal, Teacher(s)

weekly, 3 weeks,six weeks,semester

(S)Local Funds Summative - Benchmark TestResults(campus & district),STAAR Data,Progress Reports,Report Cards,




Objective 2. Increase student participation, completion, and performance in AP, Honors, and/or Dual Credit/Dual Degree courses, as well as on ACT, and SATexams.


1. Provide staff development for LA teachers instrategic training such as Advanced Placement.Provide local and district staff development forall teachers in writing across the curriculum andholistic scoring. Review the processes fordetermining the identification of and enrollmentof student sub-populations into Pre-AP classes.Increase the number of students participating inannual G/T testing. Provide information toparents of fifth graders transitioning to middleschool through meetings and pamphlets. (Target Group: All, 6th, 7th , 8th)


October, May,Summer

(S)Local Funds Summative - Teacher survey oneffectiveness of staffdevelopment. Walk throughdata.






1. Identify students who have gaps in masteryof STAAR objectives and provide remedialtutorial services before, during and after school.Analyze campus data vertically to plan forremediation, instruction and support.Continue Read 180 to serve dyslexia studentsand other at-risk students.Reading and Writing Academics will bedeveloped for identified students.Utilize Classworks to build missing skills in dataidentified students.Utilize I-Station Program to identify and buildskill sets in data identified students.Utilize Pearson Success Net Program toidentify and build skill sets in data identifiedwriting students. Implement Campus MathAcademics for any student not successful inMath. Utilize Classworks to build missing skillsin data identified students. Utilize ThinkThrough Math Program to build missing skills indata identified students. Complete ScienceDepartment Collaboration meetings. DevelopSTAAR Science Academy to remediate dataidentified students. (Target Group: All, AtRisk,6th, 7th , 8th)


3 weeks,September - May

(O)Computer Lab,(O)Manipulatives, (O)MathMaterials, (O)Scantrons,(S)Local Funds

Summative - Reduction in theachievement gap based onSTAAR results.






2. Implement TORCH Program to addressvarious learning styles in Social Studiesclassrooms.Evaluate schedule and in an attempt to reduceclass sizes, especially in US History 25/1.Require journaling of all Social Studiesstudents to ensure comprehension.Continue required athletic tutorials for allathletes. Enroll students in after school StudySkills classes to assist students inorganizational skills and increase studentsuccess. Provide student support groups foridentified students. Identified students use dailyplanners to write assignments and shareinformation with parents. (Target Group: All,ECD, AtRisk, 6th, 7th , 8th)

Assistant Principal(s),Classroom Teacher(s),Counselor(s), Principal,Teacher(s)

weekly, 3 weeks,October - May,February

(S)Local Funds Summative - Benchmark testresults, progress report, reportcards and STAAR data




Objective 4. Improve the achievement of students served by programs such as English Language Learners, Special Education, 504, Dyslexia, and Gifted andTalented at all levels.


1. Provide staff development and materials tomeet the needs of individual at-risk students.Provide SIOP Focus Plan for all campusteachers.Train teachers with lead4ward focusing onSTAAR rigor and prep.Provide training to address various cultural andeconomic learning styles.Continue to use Professional LearningCommunities to support instruction andimprove student achievement. Grade-levelcollaboration meetings.Leadership Team planning and collaboration.Conduct Learning Walks with LeadershipTeam. Use LISD Curriculum and teacherdeveloped common assessments to assessinstruction and learning in core curriculum.Utilize RTI Meetings to identify and supportidentified students. Train new teachers in theSIOP Model of instruction. (Target Group: All,ECD, SPED, GT, AtRisk, 6th, 7th , 8th, 504)

Assistant Principal(s),Classroom Teacher(s), CoreSubject Teachers, Counselor(s),Department Heads, Principal

weekly, 6 weeks,December,Semester

(S)Local Funds Summative - Campus anddistrict data, sign in sheets, teamminutes, research results




Objective 4. Improve the achievement of students served by programs such as English Language Learners, Special Education, 504, Dyslexia, and Gifted andTalented at all levels.


2. Increase the number of Special Ed studentsincluded in regular education classes. Monitor and evaluate the Special Educationaccommodations. Evaluate the effectiveness of RTI committeestudent referrals to Special Education. Identify and serve at-risk students through aStaff/student Mentoring Program.Continue Inclusion practices for SpecialEducation students. Provide SIOP training forall campus teachers. Continue ESL monitoringsystem to track students identified as "Denial ofServices." Special Program teachers willparticipate in content area collaborationmeetings based on their teaching assignment.Continue to provide Speech services toidentified students. (Target Group: SPED, 6th,7th , 8th)

Assistant Principal(s),Classroom Teacher(s), CoreSubject Teachers, Counselor(s),Principal, Special Ed Teachers,Teacher(s)

weekly, 6 week, 3weeks, Semester

(S)Local Funds Summative - schedules, ARDdecisions, ARD placement,PIEMS instructional setting




Objective 5. Increase attendance rates at all campuses will reach or exceed 97%.


1. Attendance Review Committee will continueto monitor student attendance and ensurecompliance with mandatory attendancerequirements.Utilize truancy officer to assist with studentsthat exhibit truant behavior.Develop and utilize mentor program to addressneeds of at-risk students reported as truant.Increase student attendance rates.Teachers will follow daily procedures forcontacting students and/or parents of studentswho have been absent.Continue online attendance program. Providestaff development in a uniform behaviormanagement program as related to the StudentCode of Conduct.Reduce student discipline incidents.Reduce student tardies by maintaining inclassroom policies and consistentconsequences for failure to be in class on time.(Target Group: All, 6th, 7th , 8th)

Assistant Principal(s),Classroom Teacher(s), CoreSubject Teachers, Principal,Registrar, Teacher(s)

3 weeks, 6weeks, January,As needed basis

(S)Local Funds Summative - Attendance clerk,classroom teachers, AttendanceReview Committee, Parentcontact logs


Judson Middle SchoolGoal 2. Establish an integrated system of community relations and communications that provides opportunities to establish and strengthen district relationships

and partnerships with parents and the community.

Objective 1. Expand comprehensive programs and partnership opportunities between parents, community, and schools that foster classroom innovation.


1. Implement Parent/Student Orientation bygrade level through Student/Staff Development.Develop campus "Home Visit" campaign.Provide parents with information to makeinformed decisions about the transition to LHS.(Target Group: All, 6th, 7th , 8th)

Counselor(s), Principal, SROOfficer, Teacher(s)

August, January,May

(S)Local Funds Summative - PTA membershiproster, Judson Journey NewsLetter, Parent contact logs,meeting sign in sheets,




Objective 2. Create a system to communicate foundational and future-ready skills for each learner.


1. Judson Journey and PTA Newsletterdistributed to all stakeholders to share campusand PTA information. Provide staffdevelopment/informational program to parentspertaining to communication and the teamapproach to monitoring students. Utilize RtIMeetings to involve parents in the support ofidentified students. (Target Group: All, 6th, 7th, 8th)

Counselor(s), Parent Volunteers,Principal, PTA, Registrar,Teacher(s)

on going, sixweeks

(S)Local Funds Summative - PTA membershiproster, parent contact logs,meeting sign in sheets




Objective 3. Create a system for establishing and maintaining reciprocal community partnerships to increase authentic field based learning experiences.


1. Expand Blue Ambassadors Program toprovide student body representation in positivebehavior support. (Target Group: GT, 6th, 7th ,8th)

Assistant Principal(s),Counselor(s), Principal

on going all year (S)Local Funds Summative - Attendance, coursecompletion of "the 7 habits ofhighly effective teens", officeaides


Judson Middle SchoolGoal 3. Hire, retain, cultivate, and promote high quality personnel.

Objective 1. Hire highly qualified teachers and paraprofessionals for all academic core courses in compliance with federal and state guidelines specific to No ChildLeft Behind.


1. Continue to recruit and retain highlyqualified teachers. (Target Group: All) (NCLB:3)

Principal, Support Team May - August (S)Local Funds, (S)StateCompensatory

Summative - 100% of staffmeets HQ status, evaluations,observations, and walk throughdata


Judson Middle SchoolGoal 3. Hire, retain, cultivate, and promote high quality personnel.

Objective 2. All Staff will receive high quality, effective, relevant, and sustained professional development aligned with District goals and performance objectives.


1. Continue to recruit and retain highlyqualified teachers. Continue LISD mentoringprogram TXBESS. Provide stipends toteachers in high need areas (math, science)and performance incentives. Participate inLISD Job Fair in order to recruit highly-qualifiedteachers. Teachers and Principals will beprovided opportunities to attend training or staffdevelopment to improve leadership andteaching skills. Consider additional Sciencestaff to reduce class sizes and increase studentachievement. (Target Group: All)

Assistant Principal(s), LeadTeacher, Principal

May - August, (S)Local Funds Summative - 100% of staffmeets HQ status, evaluations,observations, and walk throughdata


Judson Middle SchoolGoal 4. Design a comprehensive instructional technology program that promotes 21st century teaching and learning, including digital literacy and Internet safety

instruction.

Objective 1. Fully integrate appropriate technology tools to facilitate best practices for teaching and learning in the classroom.


1. ELA/MATH/SCI/SS teachers will documentin their lesson plans at least two studentprojects which require applied technology. PLCmeetings will target project based technologyenhanced instructional strategies. Judsonstudents will demonstrate technology literacythrough Learning.com Technology LiteracyAssessment. (Target Group: All, 6th, 7th , 8th)

Campus InstructionalTechnologist, Director ofTechnology, Principal,Teacher(s)

August - May (S)Local Funds Summative - Completed STAARchart, Lesson plansdocumentation, student projects



instruction.

Objective 2. Increase the capacity of district staff to integrate the use of technology tools and resources through a differentiated staff development program thataddresses 21st century skills.


1. Faculty meetings held to share instructionalstrategies which incorporate technology.Integrate new technology systems into thecurriculum. Teachers evaluate campustechnology through the Star Chart. (TargetGroup: All)

Assistant Principal(s), CampusInstructional Technologist,Principal, Teacher(s)

6 weeks, August -May

(S)Local Funds Summative - Faculty meetingsign in sheets, Morning PLCmeeting sign in sheets



instruction.

Objective 3. Provide an infrastructure capable of supporting district instructional needs of staff and students and district technology goals and objectives aligned tothe TEA's Long Range Plan for Technology.


1. Utilize distance learning with collaborationand Leadership teams to improve instruction.(Target Group: All)

Assistant Principal(s), CampusInstructional Technologist,Principal, RtI Team

monthly (O)Campus Library,(O)Computer Lab, (S)LocalFunds

Summative - Webinars


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