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Northside Independent School District

Strategic Plan

and District Improvement Plan

2016-2017

Northside Independent School District

Board Members

Katie N. Reed, President

M’Lissa M. Chumbley, Vice President

Carol Harle, Ph.D., Secretary

Joseph H. Medina, Trustee

Gerald B. Lopez, Trustee

Robert Blount Jr., Trustee

Karen Freeman, Trustee

Superintendent Dr. Brian T. Woods

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For questions regarding this document, contact Dr. Marissa Peña at (210) 397-8540 or [email protected].

2013-2018 Strategic Plan Priorities and Objectives

I. Promote Community Involvement Priority - Expand an integrated system of community relations and communications that provides opportunities to establish and strengthen District relationships and partnerships. Objective 1. Recruit and retain active and supportive businesses and educational institutions to build mutually beneficial relationships that promote mentoring, internship opportunities, and financial support. Objective 2. Provide opportunities to foster positive relationships between parents, community, and schools. Objective 3. Establish and expand initiatives that promote effective community relations and meaningful two-way communication with all stakeholders. Objective 4. Maintain comprehensive programs and partnership opportunities that foster classroom innovation that encourages educators to continually enhance student learning. II. Educate Diverse Learners Priority - Provide meaningful learning opportunities for the District’s diverse student population. Objective 1. Provide research-based curriculum that is focused on state standards and identify and provide effective instructional practices in all NISD classrooms. Objective 2. Expand and communicate opportunities for enrichment and intervention for all students. Objective 3. Implement systems to promote the development of student leadership, critical thinking, and self-management skills. Objective 4. Develop and implement processes for vertical collaboration across bands of stakeholders. Objective 5. Provide rigorous, complex, and meaningful learning that promotes readiness for post PK-12 experiences. Objective 6. Utilize technology in advanced and innovative ways to support instruction and facilitate learning.

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Objective 7. Use data to inform and drive instructional decision-making. III. Hire, Develop, and Retain Quality Staff Priority - Hire, retain, cultivate, and promote high-quality personnel. Objective 1. Implement and evaluate a sound employment process for recruiting, screening, and hiring effective personnel. Objective 2. Provide targeted professional development and training with ongoing, classroom-embedded support that enhances employee job performance and student learning. Objective 3. Develop a framework for identifying, nurturing, and developing leaders across the district. Objective 4. Maintain a compensation package and a benefits plan that are competitive. IV. Promote a Safe Environment for Students and Staff Priority - Create a safe environment for students, staff, families, and community members through a shared vision that includes all stakeholders. Objective 1. Explore, implement, and communicate security measures that provide safeguards for the learning environment, using the latest technology. Objective 2. Implement, provide, and communicate programs that will ensure that students understand shared responsibility and have necessary coping skills. Objective 3. Implement, provide, and maintain instructional facilities that support a safe, healthy, and comfortable learning environment in a growing community. Objective 4. Implement and promote a collaborative approach to school and community safety.

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I. PROMOTE COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT PRIORITY: Expand an integrated system of community relations and communications that provides opportunities to establish and strengthen District relationships and partnerships.

Objective1. Recruit and retain active and supportive businesses and educational institutions to build mutually beneficial relationships that promote mentoring, internship opportunities, and financial support.

Major Activity Resources Person(s) Responsible

Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

I.1.1. Expand Partnerships Office homepage’s utility with features both Partners and campuses/sites can access to exchange partnership information.

Technology Services Web Services

Director of Partnerships

Developed two new features as part of the Partnerships homepage Partner Portal for campuses to use: An online form campus can use to submit a “wish list” or support needs and an online form campuses can use to enter information about their business partners to better quantify business partnerships across the District. The campus “wish lists” will be available for community and business partners to view. Identified a group of principals to participate in a pilot to test the new features.

Completed the campus principal pilot successfully. The two new features have launched in conjunction with the District’s Outstanding Partner of the Year nomination process. A marketing plan is in development for summer as part of back to school promotions. Modified existing NISD Outstanding Partner of the Year nomination form by adding “Family & Parent Involvement” to content areas that Partners support. This helps promote that area and capture data that department can use for outreach and recognition programming.

Completed two new NISD Partner Portal features – Campus Wish List and Campus Business Partner List. Continued communicating the opportunity to campuses to utilize the Wish List feature to engage Partners’ and generate support. Completed marketing plan to introduce the Campus Wish List feature to Partners.

I.1.2. Develop and implement 1-3 engagement activities targeted to traditional and non-traditional school, business and community industries and organizations and Partners.

C&I - Career & Technology Education Adult and Community Education Staff and Organizational Development


Participated in meetings with USAA involving focused discussions around advancing STEM and Financial Literacy in school districts and helping to address student hunger and homelessness. Developed list of existing and new activities to recognize (and to include partners in

Partnered with The UPS Store in Helotes for a UPS corporate fundraising program - Toys for Tots Literacy Program. The store raised enough funds to donate 1,500 books combined to Kuentz and Helotes elementary schools. Developed project plan for the STEM Education Partner Awards in conjunction with

Completed the 2017Partner of the Year Awards & Recognition Ceremony. Completed the STEM Education Partner Awards in conjunction with the annual NISD Texas Solar Car Races.

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programming) and/or showcase student and staff innovation: Middle School Career Day; a STEM partner recognition at the annual NISD Texas Solar Car Races; and Career & Technology Education District Showcase.

the annual NISD Texas Solar Car Races. Recipients will be identified through the NISD Outstanding Partner of the Year nomination process.

Objective 2. Provide opportunities to foster positive relationships between parents, community, and schools.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

I.2.1. Review and retool District volunteer/mentoring program management, including support of site facilitators and V/M recruitment and training.

Principals Directors


Modified enhancements to the online Volunteer Module to assist campus staff. Developed a plan and budget for a new mentor training.

Attended the annual UTSA Texas Mentoring Summit for training and to develop resources. Scheduling a campus coordinator committee meeting in the spring to finalize training plan and meeting to be scheduled in the fall.

Continued developing new mentor coordinator training. Explored mentor program strategic partnerships.

Objective 3. Establish and expand initiatives that promote effective community relations and meaningful two-way communication with all stakeholders.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

I.3.1. Monitor and expand NISD social media presence; provide guidance to schools and departments about social media; respond to postings needing response and/or forward to appropriate staff member.

Executive Director of Communications Communications Specialist

Executive Director of Communications

Continued to maintain and monitor, on a daily basis, multiple social media outlets, specifically Twitter (40,000 followers), Facebook (30,000 followers), and YouTube. These are utilized as communication tools between the District, individual campuses, and patrons/community members. Continued, as a department, to serve as a resource for campuses in the facilitation of their own social media presence.

Presented to all NISD Principals on the topic of effective use of social media, specifically Twitter. The presentation focused on Do’s and Don’ts for campus users. Planned to offer two sessions of additional training for campus staff on effective use of social media (April 6 and 13).

Presented two training/informational sessions to campus administrators addressing Effective Use of Social Media and geared toward campus/district administrators responsible for facilitating their campus/department’s social media accounts. The sessions focused primarily on Facebook and Twitter. Approximately 30 District administrators attended both sessions.

I.3.2. Launch a new mobile app that is more dynamic and integrates with school lunch payments and other features.

Communications Web Office


Began the process of researching additional functions provided through our current platform, School Messenger, including the addition of a customizable mobile app.

Began development of mobile app. We have been assigned a Project Manager through West Communications (formerly School Messenger)

Received approval for the NISD mobile app for placement into the Apple and android app line-ups in late June 2017 and will be

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who is working with our webteam on designing and populating data.

functional for the start of the 2017-2018 school year.

I.3.3. Develop and launch an NISD News Room specifically targeting news reporters.

Communications Web Office Communications Specialist Asst Director, Communications

Executive Director of Communications Communications Specialist Asst Director, Communications

Continued progress; slated for a January 2017 roll out.

On hold pending the re-design of our district website.

Designed the NISD News Room and the mock-up has been approved. It will go live on the NISD website at the start of the 2017-2018 school year.

I.3.4. Redesign the NISD website so that it is responsive to all platforms (mobile friendly, phones/tablets, etc.).


Executive Director of Communications Lead Web Technologist

Continued redesign process. Progress is underway to update all district/department sites from Drupal 6 to Drupal 7 platform. At the completion of process, the entire website will be converted to the Drupal 8 platform.

Made significant progress in moving the District websites from Drupal 6 to Drupal 7. The entire website will see a re-design completion anticipated by January 2018.

I.3.5. Explore and implement “push technology” (push information to stakeholders as opposed to them coming to us for information).


Executive Director of Communications Lead Web Technologist

Began collecting data around outside vendors as well as existing providers to determine the most effective and cost efficient platform.

With the ongoing development of the mobile app through West Communications, this push technology will be more readily available. The app remains in design with an anticipated mid-March unveil of a prototype. Full capabilities of the mobile app would be in late Summer 2017.

With the development and completion of the District’s mobile app, the capability to do push-notifications now exists and training for campus-users will take place at the start of the 2017-2018 school year.

1.3.6. Implement the Printing Services Work Order Dashboard.


Executive Director of Communications Printing Services Supervisor Director of Information Services

Began work to commence a pilot of the Printing Services Dashboard on December 1, 2016.

Several technical glitches have slowed the progress of this initiative. The pilot cannot begin until all errors on the processing of orders have been addressed. Ricoh estimates a late March/early April timeframe for piloting purposes.

The Dashboard did not go operational during the 2016-2017 school year due to glitches in the system. Print Services is working with the vendor and designated contractors to work out these technical issues. The system is anticipated to go live by November 2017.

Objective 4. Expand comprehensive programs and partnership opportunities that foster classroom innovation that encourages educators to continually enhance student learning.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

I.4.1. Develop activities that engage community and business partners with magnet schools and related programs.

Director of Career and Technology Education Magnet school principals

Director of Partnerships Executive Director of High School Instruction

Met with magnet school principals collectively to capture information about goals and support needs. Met with principals separately to discuss needs specific to C&I and to community and business partnerships.

Connected the local National Security Administration office, Marriott Human Resources representatives, and CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – Westover Hills to the Career & Technology Education Office for event partnerships and internship opportunities.

Continued to identify and share networking and partnership opportunities including an Alamo STEM Workforce Coalition special event and connection to a solar energy company interested in raising awareness among MS and HS students/staff about

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Evaluated membership of advisory committees and recommended additions as necessary. Approved additional industry-recognized certifications at campuses. Designed an internship program to provide seniors opportunities to engage in work-based, experiential learning. Established a partnership between UTSA and the NISD CyberSecurity program to implement rigorous curriculum.

Scheduled and visited business incubator with Business Careers principal. Conducted Career Choices Night, which involved 30 businesses and over 550 students and parents. Business partners provided input on sequencing of courses at Health Careers HS and waiver application.

environmental science and renewable energy. Held MS and HS Science Bowl competitions at Jay SEA with volunteers and financial support from Lackland Crypto/Cyber Security, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Mitre. Continued summer internships for NISD rising juniors and seniors at UT-Health. NISD has a member on the Alamo Regional Academy for Science & Engineering executive board. ARASE sponsors the regional Junior Academy of Science and Regional Science Fair. Provided opportunity for magnet schools to highlight their authentic projects to community, business partners and post-secondary partners at the first CTE District Showcase. Held MS GT showcases where community and board members were invited. Invited community members to ISM nights at various campuses. Held 7th grade Mentathlon with community and board members present and volunteering.

I.4.2. Increase participation in Northside Education Foundation’s Grants Program and measure effectiveness by evaluating program administration and the quantity and quality of grant submissions and implementation.

Northside Education Foundation Grants Department Communications

Director of Partnerships Developed application for “encore” grants (sustainable grants beyond current 18 month grant cycle) matching community and business Partners interests in supporting content-area specific grants. Researched 2015-16 NEF grants submissions and awards to identify content areas needing enhanced support.

Developed project plan for funding encore grants. NEF VP of Programs contacting NEF grant recipients to explore viability for pitching opportunities.

Completed the Encore Grant process and application infrastructure. Explored and identified potential sustainable grants to seek funding for after departmental vetting is completed.

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II. EDUCATE DIVERSE LEARNERS PRIORITY: Provide meaningful learning opportunities for the District’s diverse student population. Objective 1. Provide research-based curriculum that is focused on state standards and identify and provide effective instructional practices in all NISD classrooms.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

II.1.1. Provide concept-based curriculum training for key campus leaders K-12.

Local Funds Title I Title II Title III SCE High School Allotment IDEA Funds

Executive Directors For Elementary, Middle, and High School

Provided an overview of concept-based curriculum training to new C&I staff and Academic Technology Coaches. Identified 10 C&I staff to audit concept-based curriculum training and serve as the Concept-Based Curriculum Leadership Team. Provided concept-based curriculum overviews at elementary Social Studies and Science facilitator meetings, Literacy Leaders’ meetings, Math Leaders’ meetings and on Early Release Days at specific campuses. Provided middle school concept-based curriculum overview at district professional development days, monthly coordinator meetings, and Connecting Curriculum-Instruction-Assessment in MS Instruction sessions for all content areas.

HS, MS and Elementary specialists met monthly to discuss vertical alignment of ELA concept-based curriculum. Elementary Provided training for conceptual unit planning at Tuesday professional development offerings, Elementary Teacher Leader College, and for teacher leaders and teams specifically at Target and STAT campuses. Middle School Provided District professional learning opportunities on Feb 20th that focused on implementing concept-based curriculum through state standards. Training included integration of technology-based learning, digital resources and content-based strategies. ELA, Math, Social Studies, and Science modeled concept-based curriculum planning through Tuesday Professional Development with an emphasis on the Structure of Knowledge and Essential Questions.

ES, MS, and HS ELA Specialists reviewed and evaluated curricular documents across grade levels for alignment of format, concepts, and strategies. Elementary Continued to provide professional development in lesson planning with Concept Based Curriculum and utilizing what students need to know, understand, and do to create authentic assessments to campus leaders in the Jones cluster and Martin ES at Elementary Teacher Leader College. Middle School Provided concept-based planning and support during monthly professional development (Connecting CIA in each content area), 4:00-5:00 campus support, and through weekly grade level meetings at campuses.

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Provided high school PD in on implementing concept-based instruction for all teachers, emphasizing planning to make connections between concepts and questioning skills. Provided review of concept-based KUDs for all HS ELA teachers. Provided Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction overview to NLA and NLA Aspiring.

High School Continued to focus on concept-based curriculum during ELA monthly Tuesday PD sessions. Met with district Eng 1-4 level leaders to discuss curriculum implementation, essential standards and suggestions for curriculum improvement. Addressed the importance of identifying essential learning in each unit while maintaining instruction on all KUDs during ELA PD on Feb 20. ELA met with Secondary ESL to begin work on sheltered ESL concept-based curriculum. Continued to support teachers with concept-based curriculum by connecting digital resources to the KUDs for Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. Tuesday PD, Algebra 1 Pullout, and Feb 20 sessions provided opportunities for participants to practice concept-based curriculum through blended learning experiences (digital and non-digital lessons and activities). Provided Feb 20 PD for IPC and collaborative teachers including mapping concepts so students can better link and retain learning. Began process of writing the 2017-18 concept-based curriculum titled "Origins Empower Change" for Elementary GT. The strands will include Communication, Technology, Medicine, Education, Civil Rights, and Social Action- with propaganda interwoven throughout.

Revised the curriculum documents and units to provide a deeper understanding of a conceptual lens in Math. Designed and delivered Conceptual Lens professional learning opportunity that connects the TEA TEKS Focal Points document to the key conceptual lens for Math. Collaborated with teams of teachers to review and revise curricular documents to improve TEKS alignment both within and across grade levels for SS and Science. High School English: Department coordinators and level leaders participated in essential standards training. Teams of teachers conducted curriculum reviews and planned for August 2017 curriculum updates PD. Journalism and Speech/Debate teachers trained and supported in writing KUDs for key electives. Math: Provided PD opportunities that included concept-based curriculum to department coordinators, level leaders, and classroom teachers. Unit webs and KUDs are utilized in PD sessions to guide teachers with overarching concepts. Social Studies: Advanced Placement, Special Education and English Language Learners were supported through district- wide professional development focused on implementing strategies and providing additional resources to teachers of these populations. Science: Teacher groups selected “signature labs” for key concepts in Bio, IPC, Chem,

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Physics, which support higher levels of concept based curriculum.

II.1.2. Design and implement a strategic plan to evaluate and support implementation of K-12 reading and writing initiatives at target campuses.

Local Funds IDEA Funds Title I Title II Title III SCE


Elementary Provided professional development in writing and reading: ● Balanced Literacy, Guided Reading, and

Read-Alouds at Tuesday PD sessions

● Curriculum Updates for campus administrators

● Grammar Matters training at 7 campuses

● Integration of SS trade books with writing and reading genres for 5th grade teachers

Provided Homegrown Writing Institute training to 6 campus teams and conducted follow-up class visits to look for implementation practices. Trained over 200 Kinder and 1st grade Title 1 teachers at the state Literacy Academies. Forges a partnership between ELAR and Language Support Teachers to develop Spanish Grammar Matters professional development for bilingual teachers. Began an Elementary Leader College cohort to build the leadership capacity of campus literacy leaders. Analyzed STAAR writing composition scores to identify campuses with significant progress and visited identified campuses to learn best practices. Middle School Implemented the Leveled Readers initiative for grades 6-8 Applied ELA and 6th Collaborative ELA teachers to address the academic achievement of special education students and improve access to the grade-level curriculum.

Elementary Provided professional development in writing and reading: ● Integration of social studies and ELAR

with connections to historical events at Tuesday PD

● Mini-lesson, literacy block overview, and shared/interactive reading and writing at Tuesday PD

● 6 Traits Writing and Mentor Texts at Literacy Leaders’ Meetings

● Vertical alignment and Coaching for Literacy Leaders

● Grammar Matters in Spanish Provided follow up visits to campuses that attended Homegrown Writing Institute training. Provided Instructional Rounds in Writing at Curriculum Updates for Elementary administrators.

Middle School Provided training and support to ELA and Special Education teachers in the year-one Leveled Readers initiative for 6-8 ELA Applied and 6th ELA Collab; conducted district-wide and campus-specific 6-8 STAAR Writing Scoring and Calibration trainings; and provided choices of concurrent reading and writing integration sessions at our Feb. 20th district PD day and 4-5 sessions.

Elementary Continued to provide ongoing teacher and literacy leader coaching and administrative support at identified campuses: Colonies North, Mary Michael, Glenoaks, and Oak Hills Terrace. Provided professional development to social studies facilitators on student writing using Google applications and iPad apps. Presented two sessions at Elementary Curriculum Updates to administrators: ● Writing Across Content Areas ● Writing Activities and Progress

Monitoring Presented Writing Across the Content Areas at eNgagement Academy. Middle School Provided professional development on the integration of leveled readers into daily instruction for 6-8 Applied and 6th collaborative ELA teachers. Continued support for the implementation of Document Based Questions by identifying master teachers to model the instructional strategies. . Continued “Writing Like a Scientist” series initially delivered during February District Professional Learning that focused on Free Response Question writing strategies; claims, evidence and reasoning; and visual literacy. High School Continued to support writing across the curriculum through:

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Partnered with the Collaborative teaching team and MS Special Education staff to design and deliver professional development and to provide coaching to teachers in support of the Leveled Readers Initiative. Planned and provided professional development in the Workshop Model for the integrated reading and writing MS ELA classroom in summer offerings, October District Professional Development, Connecting Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment in MS ELA Tuesday sessions. Collaborated with high school ELA Department to provide follow-up training for the cohort who attended the 8-day Northside Literacy Project in June 2016. Launched “Writing Like a Scientist” series during the MS Science in NISD and Focus on MS Science pull-outs. High School Provided training to HS ELA teachers on writing strategies, rubric calibration, and argument-driven inquiry; Provided PD to HS Science teachers on writing strategies and argument-driven inquiry.

● Training on content area literacy rubrics ● Collaboration with C&I science to

understand and facilitate inquiry-based writing

● Writing in the social studies classroom was addressed by providing targeted support to specific campuses

Support included, but was not limited to the use of primary resources and rubrics in on-level, Pre-AP, and AP studies classrooms.

II.1.3. Design and implement a plan that provides ongoing opportunities for middle school math teachers at each grade to preview and understand curriculum in advance of the instructional unit.

Local Funds

Executive Director for Middle School

Reviewed STAAR data to determine performance on student expectations by campus and grade level to design and implement a Math Targeted Support Plan. Provided ongoing support for targeted campuses through C&I team. Implemented monthly opportunities for professional development for teachers to preview and plan for upcoming content, instruction, and assessment.

Continued to implement the MS Math Targeted Support Plan for 6th, 7th, 8th grade teachers to focus on teaching math concepts at a conceptual level. Conducted data reviews with campus administration and teachers to focus on individual campus item analysis data. Professional learning and data review included strategies to implement recursive reviews based on underperforming standards as well as

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Provided district-wide professional development with a focus on Mathematical Mindsets to support student learning of challenging concepts.

models of conceptual lessons to promote student understanding. Provided targeted professional development on Feb 20 to 6-8 math teachers that focused on Assessment for Learning strategies such as student self-assessment and reflection as a means to improve mathematical mindsets. Each session was taught through the lens of upcoming content for each grade level.

II.1.4. Implement Year 2 of Special Education improvement plan.

IDEA Funds Local Funds

Assistant Superintendent for Student, Family, and Community Services

Reviewed proposal for Step-by-Step Inclusion Training and Support to support transition plan and refine process for staffing and scheduling and levels of support. Offered targeted assistance in collaboration with C&I at all levels. Began designing and planning parent information sessions. Scheduled meeting to address classroom management with Administration.

Developing a plan of action to address continuum of services and clarification needed over Levels of Support. Completed transition of staffing and scheduling from School Improvement Collaborative Team to Special Education Department. Set timeline for staffing and scheduling to occur prior to end of March. Requested to use existing funds to address staffing needs for 2017-2018 school year. Coordinated with Budget, HR and Special Revenue to review process.

Reviewed appropriate levels of support at campus data reviews, Middle School AD/VP and Principal meetings. Completed staffing process in March and shared allocations with campuses in April. Used existing department budget to fund new positions for 2017-2018. Held Parent Transition Meeting March 22, 2017.

II.1.5. Implement the 90/10 dual language framework at existing elementary campuses and explore expansion of the program.

Title III Local Funds

Executive Director for Elementary

Began training Kinder and First grade dual language teachers on the 90/10 dual language framework.

Conducted professional development for LSTs, Kinder, and First grade dual language teachers to set goals, develop action plans, and collaborate with peers for implementation of the 90/10 framework.

Continued ongoing support to Kinder and First grade dual language teachers. Provided follow up PD sessions for new to NISD Kinder and First grade dual language teachers and all second grade dual language teachers. Presented two options for expansion of dual language program and/or conversion of current transitional bilingual program into the dual language program model.

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II.1.6. Identify and align Bilingual program improvements and budget expenditures to external evaluation findings and internal needs assessment.

Title I Title II Title III SCE Local Funds

Executive Directors For Elementary, Middle, High School, and School Improvement

Provided additional Title III supplemental funds to target ELL writing proficiency support through Grammar Matters in Spanish teacher professional development.

Communicated Title III allocation timelines to principals and monitored campus expenditures. Collaborated with Special Revenue to ensure Title III accounts were created and information was communicated to the campuses. Provided additional Title III funds to requesting campuses to support bilingual and ELL School Improvement Plan goals. Contracted with Stetson and Associates to conduct an external program review of the Bilingual department including: ● Campus visits ● Teacher focus groups ● Parent focus groups ● Administrator focus groups ● District focus groups

Continued to train Biology teachers on "Vocabulary Magic" resources to increase use of academic vocabulary in class and on EOC.

Communicated with bookkeepers to ensure that funds were being expended in a timely manner. Discussed external evaluation results with a committee to begin planning for upcoming year. High School Worked with bilingual department to align Reading SOL/Practical Writing curriculum with English I and II KUDs. In process of evaluating LANGUAGE! Live program as resource to support EL students in reading classes. Bilingual program provided funds for biology vocabulary support for Harlan. Bilingual department has continued communication with bookkeepers to ensure that funds are expended in a timely manner.

Objective 2. Expand and communicate opportunities for enrichment and intervention for all students.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

II.2.1. Identify and support K-12 STAT campuses. Identify target campuses based on content, SE, and ELL performance; provide targeted, ongoing support in the area(s) of need.

Title I Title II Title III SCE Local Funds IDEA

Executive Directors For Elementary, Middle, High School, and School Improvement

Analyzed data to identify Target and STAT schools; developed a protocol for initial visits for each Target and STAT campus. Completed Data Day work to identify gaps between all students and ELLs and SE. Elementary Conducted initial meetings with 13 principals at Target and STAT schools to develop plans of support.

Elementary Conducted classroom visits, support, and weekly planning sessions with Target and STAT campuses. Developed and utilized a protocol for Mid-Year progress checks with Target and STAT schools to review, support, and assess progress towards goals. Provided support during PLC planning meetings and data reviews at STAT campuses.

Elementary Continued to support STAT campuses Martin ES and Cable ES by: ● Focusing on effective math planning

and how to plan math units conceptually with math leaders and teachers

● Ongoing coaching of campus literacy leaders and teachers

● Conducting effective data reviews and curriculum planning sessions with grade level teams, content leaders, and campus administration

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Conducted class visits to collect data and follow-up data debriefs for Target and STAT campuses. Middle School Conducted needs assessment, identified STAT and Target campuses, and assigned support staff based on campus needs. Coordinated with School Improvement, Special Education, and Bilingual Departments to support grade-level planning meetings, conduct classroom visits, and to provide aligned resources to teachers at assigned campuses. High School Conducted needs assessment, identified STAT and Target campuses. Assigned support staff to every high school based on gap analysis. Coordinated with School Improvement, Special Education, and Bilingual departments and gave specific action items to focus on with STAT school and support for all others.

Held Mid-Year progress checks with ISTs and Specialists for each Target and STAT campus and coordinated support for campuses with Special Education, Bilingual/ESL, and Elementary Instruction. Communicated with each Target and STAT school principal for Mid-year progress check and follow-up. Middle School Conducted mid-year visits with each STAT and Target campus. Reviewed School Improvement Plan goals/activities and progress to date to inform next steps. Utilized Achieve3000 LevelSet data to monitor progress of SE students in the leveled readers initiative in grades 6-8 Applied ELA and 6th Collaborative ELA courses. Provided direct support in MS Social Studies to departments and grade-levels on data disaggregation. Follow-up included identifying areas of instruction (including TEKS, vocabulary, learning targets) that can be addressed in upcoming units of study. Continued support for Algebra 1 and MMA (retest) PLCs. Worked collaboratively to analyze CDB data, develop common assessments, and support teachers in planning and instruction. For December administration of EOC, IST supported campus by collaborating with MMA PLC and then pulling retesters not in MMA for 13 days in order to prepare for exam. Continued weekly English I and II PLC support of STAT campus. Attended "Second Level" planning that includes collaborative pairs. Supported English III retester teacher with lesson ideas and resources. Worked

● Planning effective reteach for mastery of concepts and using Math Action Wall to expose students to hot spot concepts earlier

● Conducting classroom walkthroughs ● Planning with Cable fourth grade team

for reteach of concepts and STAAR writing

Continued to provide best teaching practices in math, ELAR, and science to support target campuses by working with campus leaders, teachers, and administrators. Middle School Designed and supported targeted professional learning for ELA, Science, and Math teachers at STAT campus. Provided continued support to STAT campus in all content areas through weekly grade level support and model teaching with a focus on quality instruction that is differentiated for targeted student groups; provided resources, materials, and planning support for intervention and enrichment. Provided Reading and Math SSI support to STAT campuses that focused on targeted, high level instructional activities. High School English: Provided ongoing PLC support to STAT campus. Created tutoring site with resources specifically designed for Tier 2 remediation of SE and EL students. Worked to create comprehensive review for STAAR test with specific high yield strategies for struggling students.

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collaboratively with two struggling teachers to observe and provide coaching and resources. Facilitated and hosted English I and II planning days with regular and pre-AP teachers. Provided HS Social Studies IST support for STAT PLCs and provided low prep structures to enhance ELL instruction through district-wide PD. Provided IST support of STAT Biology.

Math: Provided ongoing PLC and teacher support to STAT campus focusing on the importance of covering all TEKS. Contributed to the development of the STAAR review and rotations for students. Social Studies: Addressed the needs of SE and ELL students through Tuesday PDs. Equipped collaborative teachers with curriculum resources and provided the opportunity to have guided practice in the use of these resources. Science: IST regularly attended Bio PLC, provided PD, and coached individual science and collab teachers at Jay.

II.2.2. Design expanded opportunities and ensure access to accelerated and enriched learning experiences.

High School Allotment Local Funds SCE Perkins Grant


Elementary Conducted trainings for several science enrichment programs: Robotics, Young Astronauts, Cardboard Arcade, STEAM Team, and Flight Club; implemented at least one program at every campus. Hired a Project Acorn Coordinator to help implement Project Acorn at 4 new campuses and the existing 21 campuses. Met with the GT and Advanced Academics Director to discuss opportunities for expanded enrichment in fifth grade. Conducted professional development in the following areas: ● Math Exemplars ● Using the Planetarium ● Enrichment materials and resources for

5th grade math ● Making Thinking Visible ● Book Study with SS facilitators; Social

Studies that Sticks

Elementary Conducted training for science enrichment programs for Solar Cars and using the planetarium. Held the Young Astronauts Stargazing event at Ward Elementary School. Provided the opportunity for 55 Robotics teams to attend FLL qualifying tournaments. Provided monthly Project Acorn meetings for campus sponsors and provided the means for Project Acorn field trips and community planting events. Developed a plan for expanded enrichment opportunities in 5th grade. Conducted professional development in the following areas: ● OPTIC approach with social studies

facilitators ● Enhancing rigor in social studies using 21st

skills of communication, collaboration and critical thinking

Elementary Planned professional development for fifth grade teachers inquiry strategies to prepare students for Pre-AP classes; a collaboration with GT and Advanced Academics, Social Studies and Science departments. Continued book study with social studies facilitators (Social Studies that Sticks) to focus on student engagement, rigor, and higher order thinking. Presented a Trainer of Trainers session to Elementary specialists and ISTs for Pre-AP rigor. Met with campus literacy leaders in May to discuss planning for enrichment opportunities in reading and writing. Developed and planned for a GT Enrichment Model Pilot; a collaboration between GT and Advanced Academics and elementary math department.

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● 21st Century Teaching and Learning concepts with social studies facilitators

Communicated to math leaders during math leaders' meetings the concept of open-access to 6th grade Pre-AP math Middle School Incorporated and modeled GT strategies within SS, Science and ELA for all GT content teachers and GT Specialists participating in the GT pilot. Planned and presented Saturday Pre-AP professional development sessions for math, SS, science, and ELA Pre-AP teachers. Organized and conducted trainings for science enrichment programs: First Lego League (FLL) Robotics, Challenger Center field trips, and Science Bowl. Identified and trained a small focus group of Pre-AP ELA teachers to plan and for implementation of Pre-AP CDB supplements in 2017-2018. Continued incorporation of timed-writing experiences in the MS ELA Pre-AP classroom. Provided training and support to Pre-AP Math teachers. Supported enrichment by providing teachers a Free Response question bank.

● Making Thinking Visible Provided math leaders with the opportunity to learn more about guided math work stations from Dr. Nikki Newton. Continued the conversation with elementary math leaders regarding open-access to 6th grade Pre-AP math classes for all students. Continued to provide an "enrichment spotlight" at monthly ES meetings to help GT/Enrichment Specialists integrate enrichment on their campuses. Middle School Analyzed CDB Pre-AP Supplements in Math and calibrated student work as a district in order to provide Pre-AP students with supportive feedback. Incorporated and modeled GT strategies in Social Studies, Science and ELA for all GT content teachers and GT Specialists participating in the GT pilot. Planned and conducted ELA Pre-AP Focus Group session to plan for MS ELA Pre-AP CDB writing supplements. Trained all 7th and 8th grade Pre-AP science teachers in calibrating Free Response Question (FRQ) supplements, uploading scores to CMS and protocols for peer reviews. Continued to organize and conduct trainings for several science enrichment programs: FLL Robotic Regional Qualifiers, Challenger Center field trips, Science Bowl Regional Competition and use of middle school science planetariums.

Shared with elementary math leaders at district math meetings that Pre-AP sixth math is an open access course for all incoming sixth grade students. Middle School Provided Pre-AP in ELA professional learning to teachers during a Saturday workshop and during the NISD eNgagement Academy. Facilitated planning sessions with the GT Design Team with a focus on District-wide implementation of the MS model for 17-18. Facilitated a MS ELA Pre-AP teacher focus group to plan for opportunities for timed writing and campus and district assessments. Conducted Free Response Question calibration sessions for Pre-AP CDB rubrics in Math and Science. Designed professional learning opportunity for Math teachers to engage in learning around key Pre-AP concepts while connecting skills students need for responding to Free Response Questions at a high level. Revised and delivered professional development for Pre-AP Social Studies and Science teachers in grades 7-12, with a focus on vertical alignment in support of AP and Dual Credit courses. Presented Differentiated Choice Boards and Menus professional learning session at eNgagement Academy for GT/Pre-AP teachers across all contents. Middle and High School Removed all barriers to PreAP and AP coursework by removing all waivers.

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High School Observed and provided feedback to all English III and IV AP classrooms in the district. Modeled lessons and debriefed timed writings in several campus AP classrooms. Conducted AP Super Saturday. Supported Math Leadership teachers so that they can develop lessons to enrich the Algebra 1 course and help students accelerate through an option of other coursework. Supported regional competitions in High School Science Bowl, Junior Academy of Science and Science and Engineering Fair. Funded the following programs (through Title I and/or SCE): academic support, instructional support, instructional assistants, math and reading teachers, staff development, substitutes for professional development, summer programs, tutoring, BE/ESL supplemental staff, credit retrieval/credit acceleration, DAEP and special schools, Title 1 Family Literacy. Purchased software, technology, and materials to support these programs.

Expanded the MS GT program to all MS in 2017-18 and met with principals to plan. Added UT OnRamps program and trained principals and deans on the program. Continued to present PreAP mandatory training to ensure every NISD PreAP teacher has completed the training and is implementing in their class. Brought the College Board to train all PreAP Biology teachers in using modeling in their classroom and to train math teachers on modeling in their classroom. Trained PreAP Science teachers in Argument Driven Inquiry. Brought in College Board Consultants to teach Science students and offer PD to the AP teachers at Super Saturday. Held Super Saturday sessions in all core subjects in the spring

Objective 3. Implement systems to promote the development of student leadership, critical thinking, and self-management skills.


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II.3.1. Develop and implement lessons to promote the revised TEA 4 Student Skill Goals: Intrapersonal Effectiveness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Post-Secondary Planning and Career Readiness, Personal Health and Safety.

Local Funds Assistant Superintendent for Student, Family, and Community Services

Currently awaiting final approval from TEA changing the 7 Student Skill Goals to the revised 4 Student Skill Goals. We are looking at current classroom guidance curriculum to begin aligning lessons to the new 4 Student Skill Goals.

Continued to wait for TEA to release the revised 7 Student Skill Goals. Currently aligning existing classroom guidance lessons to align with the new 4 Student Skill Goals.

TEA has indicated they will release the revised 7 Student Skill Goals in the early Fall. Lessons will be aligned when the release occurs.

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II.3.2. Identify student athletes that exhibit potential leadership skills and provide role models to nurture their growth.

Executive Director of Athletics

Identified 20-25 student-athletes at each campus that showed leadership potential. These 250 students attended first ever Student-Athlete Leadership Summit in June. Speakers consisted of mostly NISD alumni and staff. Their purpose was to provide direction in how to be better leaders. Students also attended the General Coaches Meeting prior to the school year. Coordinators at each campus will be following up with their respective group of leaders at semester to debrief where they are as student leaders.

In addition to the large student-athlete leadership summit, each high school campus will be participating in a mini summit. 50 to 60 student-athletes along with fine arts students will be selected to attend an all-day leadership summit specific to their campus. The selected students will return to their campus and conduct a 5-week leadership council involving the rest of their teams or organization.

270 student-athletes were selected by their coaches to attend Servant Leader Summit. The focus was to build on what we have done in regards to developing values and leadership skills with an emphasis on Compassion, Courage, and Conviction. 48 community leaders joined us and facilitated questions generate discussions on Servant Leadership. The student-athletes were then tasked with coming up with a game plan this coming school year on how they are going back to their community to share the message of Paying It Forward within their campus, feeder campuses, and communities.

Objective 4. Develop and implement processes for vertical collaboration across bands of stakeholders.


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II.4.1. Research and design the middle school Personal Graduation Plan.

Local Funds Executive Directors for Middle and High School

Conducted initial planning meeting to establish scope and timeline of work.

Engaged in a follow-up meeting with key NISD personnel to review the Student Information System module and assess the functionality with regard to the Personal Graduation Plan.

Began researching districts currently utilizing modules within current system for Personal Graduation Plan.

Objective 5. Provide rigorous, complex, and meaningful learning that promotes readiness for post PK-12 experiences.


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II.5.1. Ensure collaboration and coordination across departments to achieve Curriculum and Instruction goals.

Local Funds IDEA Funds Title I Title II Title III SCE

Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

Elementary Planned, trained presenters, and co-presented October PD, Making Thinking Visible, with all contents, School Improvement, Special Ed, and Bilingual departments and Academic Technology Coaches. Collaborated with Bilingual and Special Ed departments to provide campus support at Target and STAT schools.

All Level Met with administration team to brainstorm district priorities and goals and decided to focus on Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) district wide beginning in fall of 2017. Developed a Guiding Coalition of members of the Curriculum and Instruction Team and the Administration Team to design Leadership Institute collaboratively.

High School English: Collaborated with Bilingual to revise English I SOL and Practical Writing KUDs to better serve ELs in varied English proficiency levels. Worked closely with Academic Technology to create comprehensive 2017-18 Chromebook Instructional Standard plan for English I and II PLCs across the district.

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Established a collaboration between Social Studies and Academic Technology to provide professional development and practice of 21st Century skills. Collaborated with Organizational and Staff Development to create an Elementary Leaders' College for campus leaders at Jones cluster elementary schools. Middle School Collaborated with Academic Technology to support teachers in integrating digital resources and general use tools into daily instruction and assessment. Designed and delivered professional development with a focus on modeling and supporting the integration of teacher iPads and the digital resources into teaching and learning. Designed and delivered professional development with the Special Ed department with a focus on the use of Supplemental Aids and manipulatives in the Math classroom. Planned and presented with the Bilingual and Academic Technology Departments at Secondary Institute. Collaborated with Special Education Area Coordinators to support planning for middle school science collaborative pairs at the campus and during monthly Connecting Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment professional development sessions. In collaboration with Special Education and School Improvement, planned and conducted the initial trainings for use of leveled readers

Continued collaboration and vertical planning between specialists at elementary, middle, and high school. Elementary Planned, trained presenters, and co-presented February PD, Making Thinking Visible, with all content departments, School Improvement, Special Education and Bilingual departments, and Academic Technology Coaches. Continued collaboration with Bilingual, Special Education, and Organizational Staff Development departments to provide support at Target and STAT schools. Continued collaboration between Social Studies and Academic Technology to provide social studies facilitators professional development and practice of 21st Century skills. Presented Informing Instruction using STAAR to Literacy Leaders; a collaboration between science and ELAR departments. Developed a common planning protocol for math and ELAR to use at a Target campus. Middle School In collaboration with Academic Technology, planned and delivered professional development on Feb 20th with a focus on modeling and supporting the integration of teacher iPads and the digital resources into teaching and learning. In addition, Science coordinated with Special Education staff to plan and deliver a Visual Literacy session on Feb20th.

Coordinated with SCE personnel to ensure campuses access to Apex tutorials during school year, as well as during summer AI. Math: Collaborated with Counseling to ensure counselors understand implications of English IV offerings in light of HB 5 and are fully informed as they counsel seniors. Collaborated with district and/or campus staff in various departments in order to meet department goals. SE and ELL representatives attended Algebra 1 pullouts in order to ensure the needs of all students are met. Co-presented with Academic Technology at our Tuesday PD, October PD, and February PD. Social Studies: Worked with district and campus staff in SE and ELL to address the needs of these populations. Worked closely with the Department of Advanced Academics/GT to provide support to the AP Social studies program. Science: Science and Math collaborated on Stats/AP Bio and Calc/AP Physics PD.

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in Applied ELA and 6th Collaborative ELA classes. Collaborated with ELL and Special Education teams to support differentiated instruction planning during district professional development (October) and Connecting Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction in MS ELA sessions. High School Planned and worked collaboratively with ELA and ESL to support STAT and Targeted schools. Hosted PD to support Core, S.E., and ESL teachers during October PD sessions. Co-presented with Bilingual/ESL language strategies in a variety of Tuesday PD sessions. Collaborated with Academic Technology to support teachers in integrating digital resources and general use tools into their daily work with CIA.

Organized a half-day training with both MS and elementary GT teachers to collaborate on the transition from 5th to 6th grade. Collaborated with Academic Technology to design integrated GT and Tech sessions for the eNgagement academy. High School ELA worked closely with Math and Bilingual/ESL to prepare for HS AD Visioning Meeting and then to create high-yield strategies presentation to all deans during their January meeting. ELA coordinated with HS ESL specialist to include ESL sheltered teachers in Feb 20 PD on teaching with essential standards. Continued support of district AP and PreAP SS initiative through PD, CDB, and classroom observations. Worked collaboratively with science and Advanced Academics in developing Breakout PD to increase student engagement. Collaborated with math to present joint PD Feb 20 for AP Physics C and AP Biology teachers.

II.5.2. Ensure counseling advisement supports college and career preparation.

High School Allotment Local Funds Title I

Assistant Superintendent for Student, Family, and Community Services

Completed individualized student planning conferences with students in 9th, 10th and 11th grade, reviewing the four-year plan, credits earned and credits in progress for graduation. Developed a College and Career Opportunity Plan to address the 4 Pillars of College Readiness: Personal, Academic, Career, and Admissions.

Completed Career Planner sessions with 8th, 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students to input electronic four-year plan and course selection. Continued meetings with 9th-12th grade students to review credits earned and credits in progress for graduation. Conducted Apply Texas, FAFSA and scholarship presentations to students and families. Provided additional support at Title 1 campuses through AVID and additional counselors.

Completed individual planning meetings with students in grades 8-11 for upcoming course selections. Completed student and parent presentations about FAFSA, Apply Texas, and Dual Credit opportunities.

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II.5.3. Implement required activities as outlined in PreK4SA and TEA HB4 grants.

CoSA Pre-K Grant State TEA HB 4 Pre-K Grant SCE

Executive Director for Elementary

Implemented high-quality full day Pre-K at 3 elementary campuses and offered after-school extended-day services to Pre-K students at these schools. Formed a cohort of Instructional Assistants to provide professional development in order to obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) certification Provided Pre-K teachers high-quality professional development in using the progress-monitoring tool Child Observation Record (COR) to measure the progress of each Pre-K student. Began providing professional development for Pre-K, ECC, and PPCD teachers in the 10 Domains of the State Pre-K Guidelines. Developed and implemented a family engagement plan to offer support services to Pre-K families by using Family Involvement Liaisons to provide literacy development classes, outreach services, parent leadership classes, education classes, and access to Ready Rosie.

Continued implementation of high-quality full day Pre-K at 3 elementary campuses and offered after-school extended day services to Pre-K students at those schools. Scheduled professional development (September-March) sessions for cohort of Instructional Assistants to obtain the Child Development Associate (CDA) certification at Raba and Timberwilde Elementary Schools. Provided Pre-K, ECC, and PPCD teachers professional development on 5 of the 10 Domains of the State Pre-K Guidelines. Continued implementation of the family engagement plan to offer support services to Pre-K families by using Family Involvement Liaisons to provide literacy development classes, outreach services, parent leadership classes, education classes, and access to Ready Rosie. SCE funded PK assistants and Title 1 provided additional PK supplies.

Provided professional development to enable forty-three Instructional Assistants to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Offered support services to Pre-K families by providing literacy development classes, outreach services, parent leadership and education classes, and access to Ready Rosie led by Family Involvement Liaisons. Provided staff development for Pre-K, ECC, and PPCD teachers: ● State Pre-K Guidelines in Domains for

Emergent Literacy Reading and Writing, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science

● iStart Smart Application ● Handwriting without Tears

Objective 6. Utilize technology in advanced and innovative ways to support instruction and facilitate learning.


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II.6.1. Identify K-12 digital resources, develop content sites, and provide professional development for integration.

Local Funds Executive Directors For Elementary, Middle, and High School

Created digital resource sites for all content areas for the first nine weeks of instruction. Elementary Created Google Classrooms for each grade level to share information, resources, and updates for Elementary Digital Resources. Presented over 16 professional development sessions to introduce digital resources to

Elementary Continued to create digital resource sites for all content areas for the second and third nine weeks of instruction. Continued to present information and introduction to new content in the digital resources sites at Tuesday professional development sessions and during district meetings for campus teacher leadership;

Elementary Continued development and refinement of digital resources in all content areas and encouraged their use through social media and by providing professional development at content leadership meetings, integrating them into Spanish Language Arts and Reading (SLAR) professional development, presenting updates to principals, and developing communication tools such as

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district and campus leaders, teachers, principals, and librarians including:: ● Overview at Principals' Meeting ● Overview and use at content facilitator

and leadership meetings ● Specific campus trainings ● Tuesday PD sessions

Middle School Planned and presented "Technology Integration Utilizing the Digital Resource Sites" during Secondary Institute, early release, and support at requested campuses. Provided digital resource updates and professional development to Department coordinators during the Middle School Coordinator Retreat and to all teachers during the NISD August professional development. Modeled the integration of digital resources during Connecting Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment professional development, coordinator meetings, and staff development to enhance teaching and learning. Launched digital resources in MS Math and supported the use by providing Professional Development to all teachers during the back to school session held in August. Modeled how teachers can turn a digital resource into an engaging, TEKS-aligned learning opportunity with coordinators. Based on this PD, MS Math coordinators will meet with campus teams and discuss opportunities to create lessons at the campus level while incorporating Digital Resources. High School Created digital resources for Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, English 1-4, Biology,

conducted a Twitter challenge to share best practices for using the resources in social studies. Attended round table discussions with Academic Technology Coaches to discuss eNgagement Academy sessions and digital resource updates. Middle School Modeled integration of digital resources with Department Coordinators to include strategies on how to transform a digital resource into a conceptual classroom lesson. Integrated digital resources into Tuesday Professional Development and Feb 20 District Professional Development sessions as a model for teachers. Designed and delivered webcasts to highlight strategies and best practices for implementation of digital resources. Provided 4-5 support (after school, campus-based professional learning) with specific campus teachers/coordinators focused on implementation strategies. High School Continued to develop SS digital resources to support 9th, 10th, and 11th grades. Professional Development on the use of digital resources was included in 2/20 district PD. Continued to develop digital resources for all grade levels and model the use of them during PD. Created Google classrooms for all grade-level sessions of Feb 20 PD. ELA Tech IST visits with campus PLCs to ensure technology integration with best instructional practices. Continued to develop digital resource sites for Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. At every PD, model for all participants how to best

click sheets for access and email notifications of new content. Collaborated with Academic Tech ISTs and Academic Tech Coaches to use technology and digital resources in content areas and to plan and deliver professional development sessions at eNgagement Academy. Middle School Continued to promote, implement, and model effective use of digital resources for all content areas through coordinator meetings, district professional learning opportunities, newsletters, PLC support, eNgagement Academy, and 4:00-5:00 support. Completed and revised ELA digital resources to include text sets connected by concepts. Participated in professional learning provided by Bootstrap with 5 MS campuses in order to integrate coding into the MS Algebra 1 course. Continued to update digital resource sites to align with KUDs and support hard to teach concepts in Social Studies and Science. High School English: In addition to content KUD sites for English I-IV, created new Tier 2 tutoring site with resources designed to hit hard-to-teach standards with struggling students in mind. Revamped AI site to include essential standards support and digital resources for a more effective and efficient AI experience. Math: Developed comprehensive digital resources that aligned to TEKS and linked

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Chemistry, Physics, World Geography, World History, U.S. History, and Gov/Eco. Provided PD on the digital resources to Dean, Teachers, Principals, Coordinators, and other campus leaders. Worked collaboratively with Technology coaches to provide Tuesday PD opportunities to any teachers interested in learning more about the digital resources and how it applies to their work.

utilize the KUDs and digital resource sites to develop engaging lessons aligned to the TEKS. Teamed up with all of the Academic Technology Coaches to plan and co-present Tuesday PD sessions to allow participants to see the relationship and connection that both departments play in supporting their professional growth. Modeled for Academic Deans how digital resources can support their teachers in presenting engaging lessons for all learners in the classroom. Provided Feb 20 PD in Science digital data acquisition and applications of apps and software in instruction; continuing to research and develop digital resources for HS courses.

to the KUDs for Algebra 1, Geometry, and Algebra 2. Social Studies: Developed a comprehensive, aligned set of digital resources to support all levels of social studies teachers. Science: Digital resources are in place for all core science courses.

Objective 7. Use data to inform and drive instructional decision-making.


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II.7.1. Research, identify, and train key personnel on selected student growth measure as part of T-TESS implementation.

Local Funds Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

Gathered feedback on options for student growth measures from approximately 60 principals and Central Office staff.

Gathered feedback on options for student growth measures from a focus group of K-12 teachers.

Based on feedback, SLOs were identified as the student growth measure. Pilot schools were selected (volunteered) and campuses engaged in initial training.

II.7.2. Implement a revised RtI program at select secondary pilot schools.

SCE Local Funds Title III High School Allotment

Executive Directors for Middle and High School

Identified three pilot schools (Clark, Harlan, Bernal) and put together an action team to develop a tier I,II, and III action plan for RTI. This Action team attended Solution Tree RTI conference and worked on a district framework, which supports individuality and coherence. These three schools agreed to pilot and train other schools once the system is complete.

Middle School and High School ELA and Math Specialists attended RtI Solution Tree conference in conjunction with Central Office, campus administrators and counselors in order to develop a common language, framework, and understanding around RtI. HS ELA laid the foundation of future RTI work by presenting Feb PD on essential standards and Tier 2 tutoring.

Middle School and High School developed a tentative pilot plan for RTI implementation at Harlan, Clark, and Bernal for 2017-2018 school year.

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III. HIRE, DEVELOP, AND RETAIN QUALITY STAFF PRIORITY: Hire, retain, cultivate, and promote quality personnel. Objective 1. Implement and evaluate a sound employment process for recruiting, screening, and hiring effective personnel.


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III.1.1. Analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of the Munis Applicant Tracking System and the Gallup Teacher Insight Survey for teachers.

MUNIS team HR Directors Principals

Assistant Supt. for Human Resources

Surveyed select principals with highest vacancies regarding the utilization of Teacher Insight into the hiring process. Met with Gallup to determine key insights into the Fall 2016 new hires to assist with recruitment and retention strategies for Spring 2017.

Scheduled Best Practices for using Teacher Insight training for principals on April 10-11, 2017.

Completed best practices using Gallup for principals training.

III.1.2. Recruit and pre-hire bilingual applicants.

HR Director - Elementary


Attended numerous university/college job fairs with diverse student populations in the spring to recruit and pre-hire bilingual candidates.

Began Spring recruiting with planned visits to 8 colleges and universities to rehire bilingual teachers.

Began new partnership with Wayland Baptist University that helps current NISD IAs become certified teachers with bilingual certification Pre-hired bilingual teachers at job fairs held in the Spring.

III.1.3. Promote district’s Pathways Program for classified staff working toward teacher certification; research and implement the re-funded Aides Exemption Program for IA’s who want to become certified teachers.

Human Resources Administrators and Campus Administrators


The State still has not released any details for the Aides Exemption Program.

Promoted the Pathways Program in District publications and employee forums. There are 12 participants in the program; 4 have joined this school year.

Currently have 10 active participants in the Pathways Program. We continue to promote and recruit via forums, meetings, trainings & 1on1 e-mails and calls. Aides Exemption program is currently funded, but not at a level to provide sufficient incentive to area colleges to participate. Hope that funding is restored by current legislative efforts.

Currently awaiting the enrollment of 40 pending candidates into the Pathways Program resulting from a recent partnership with Wayland Baptist University. This will bring our enrollment just under 50 employees. We continue to advertise and promote the Pathways Program. via e-mail, meetings, forums, trainings, etc. No news or updates regarding the States Aides Exemption Program.

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III.1.4. Plan for and promote Auxiliary staff job fairs throughout the entire calendar year; identify alternative strategies for filling vacancies in geographically remote parts of the District.

Human Resources Administrators; Department Administrators


Held Saturday Job Fairs and other job fairs held closer to the hard-to-fill sites.

Recommended location and longevity stipends.

Recommended via 3rd party sites such as Monster.com, Facebook, etc.

Conducted 3 job fairs and recruited off-site at Senior Centers, Fitness centers, and presented at civic organization meetings. Began planning job fairs at high-need station locations.

Added job boards and banners throughout the district.

Worked with the Alamo Workforce Center to recruit applicants and attended numerous area job fairs to recruit applicants.

Scheduled ongoing: Auxiliary Job Fair for March 28th. Recommend pay grade increase for Custodial Pool from XB02: $10.18 to XB05-$12.44 (Incentive for traveling throughout the District). Continued ongoing advertisement for Transportation, Food Service and Maintenance.

Scheduled Auxiliary Job Fair for July 14, 2017. Held Transportation Job Fairs for North Station on June 7th, June 14th, June 21st, and June 28th. Child Nutrition Recruiting at Texas Workforce Solutions. Custodial Recruiting Events at Workforce Solutions on July 6, 2017. Continued advertising for Transportation, Food Service, Custodial, and Maintenance. Pending 2017-18 budget approval for Auxiliary pay increases. Coordinated adding auxiliary and transportation job fair information to multiple military/veteran websites.

Objective 2. Provide targeted professional development and training with ongoing, classroom-embedded support that enhances employee job performance and student learning.


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III.2.1. Provide K-12 teacher professional development that supports District initiatives.

Local Funds Title I Title II Title III SCE High School Allotment IDEA Funds


Planned and implemented "just in time" content-based professional development opportunities for campus teachers. Planned and implemented professional development for all campus-based staff on October 10, 2016 with a focus on District initiatives and priorities. Began a UTSA cohort of NISD teachers seeking to earn a Masters in Reading and earn a reading specialist certificate.

All Level Continued to plan and implement “just in time” content-based professional development opportunities for campus teachers. Planned and implemented professional development for all campus-based staff on February 20, 2017 with a focus on District initiatives and priorities. Elementary Planned and provided content specific PD every Tuesday for elementary teachers: ● Using Claims, Evidence, and Reasoning

Elementary Provided professional development in all content areas to support district goals: ● STAAR Science Review and table

sessions for science facilitators ● Assessment practices for Elementary

Teacher Leader College participants ● Writing traits and culturally relevant

mentor texts in Dreamwakers presentation by Ruth Culham for literacy leaders

● Creating a fifth grade STAAR Intervention plan for literacy leaders

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Planned and provided content specific PD every Tuesday for high school teachers who are seeking various ways to engage kids. Planned and implemented district-wide "Best Practice" PD in all content areas for campus staff with a focus on the 4 keys (clarity, context, culture, and challenge).

(CER) and Vocabulary development in science

● Writing mini-lessons, literacy block overview, shared and performance reading, interactive writing, Writer’s Workshop, and guided reading

● Grade level curriculum units in math ● Integrating social studies with reading and

writing genre studies, Differentiated Instruction strategies, and student engagement

Shadowed an elementary student to better understand their day and the level of engagement to begin designing professional development. Planned and implemented professional development for all K-12 campus-based staff on February 20, 2017 with a focus on District initiatives and priorities. Middle School Planned and implemented professional learning through Tuesday Connecting CIA (Curriculum-Instruction-Assessment) sessions to highlight best instructional practices for the classroom. This professional development is content specific and provides models or best practices as well as C&I led planning and support for instruction. Provided professional development for the use and integration of Leveled Readers to SE and ELA teachers through district-wide pullouts by campus cadres. Planned and delivered professional learning for all 7th and 8th grade PreAP Science teachers on calibration of the Free Response Questions responses. High School

● Supporting teachers and administrators through campus SIP activities for literacy leaders

● Grammar Matters in English and Spanish for K-5 teachers

Developed and delivered sessions in collaboration with Academic Technology Coaches during eNgagement Academy to include: ● Using technology in Making Thinking

Visible Routines for K-5 teachers ● Writing Across the Content Areas for

K-5 teachers ● Math Matters with Manipulatives and

Designated Supports for K-5 teachers ● Connecting iTeach and MTV for K-5

teachers ● 1+1= Student Success: Using Nearpod

and Explain Everything to investigate numeracy and place value for K-2 teachers

● Rekindle the Curiosity with Inquiry for K-5 teachers

● Social Studies that Sticks: Using Primary Sources and Historical Inquiry to engage students for K-5 teachers

Collaborated with Organizational & Staff Development to plan for New Teacher Academy. Middle School Reviewed the design and implementation of District provided professional development and planned for 2017-18. District coordinated events include August content pull-outs; Oct/Feb professional learning; and monthly Tuesday professional development. High School

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Collaborated with the College Board to bring "modeling" to HS Biology and Algebra I/II. Developed and delivered SS PD to address AAP, ELL, and SE EOC results. Modeled best practices for teachers at Tuesday PD, Algebra 1 Pullout, and February 20 sessions. Each lesson and activity incorporated opportunities for participants to utilize their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills to meet the needs of all learners in their classroom, including advanced academic, ELL, and Special Education populations. Modeled similar strategies for Academic Deans in order to demonstrate how we support teachers at their campus so that district goals are met. Provided Science PD for Argument-Driven Inquiry and peer-review grading of FRQs. Focused on ESL strategies during Tuesday ELA sessions, campus-specific sessions, coordinator/level leader meetings and AD meetings. Included ESL/Bilingual department in the development of sessions. Coordinated with MS ELA to give vertically aligned PD to HS and MS pre-AP students. Focused on integrating technology and the digital resources in all PD. Gave PD on data protocols to level leaders. Title 1 and SCE funded substitutes for teachers to attend and/or present professional development.

English: Continued to provide PD tailored to campus needs as requested through late start and campus pull outs. Tuesday PD focused on technology integration and high-yield writing strategies. Ngagement Academy sessions targeted Pre-AP/AP vertical alignment, leveraging technology in the classroom, close reading, and best practices for using Apex with struggling students. Held Saturday “Power Up” session designed to develop leadership skills in ELA teachers by focusing on professional behavior, interviewing skills, and the dimensions of effective leadership. Math: Continued to support district initiatives through Tuesday PD, Algebra 1 pullouts, October PD, and February PD. Social Studies: Delivered PD to support district initiatives through several vehicles, including Tuesday PD, District Late Starts, Secondary Institute, New Teacher Academy, and campus requested PD. Science: In conjunction with AP Science review for 500 students, AP presenters also held sessions for teachers. Advanced Academics: Trained teachers at eNgagement Academy in both AP, PreAP, and GT strategies.

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Objective 3. Develop a framework for identifying, nurturing, and developing leaders across the district.


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III.3.1. Provide K-12 administrator professional development that supports District initiatives and is aligned to District Leadership standards.

Local Funds Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction and Administration

Continued ABLE 1 (Academy for Beginning Leader Excellence) cohort for the development and mentoring of new campus principals. Developed and presented a book study for principals and Deans using Transforming School Culture by Anthony Muhammad. Continued the Visioning Institutes for ES, MS, and HS principals; began Cohort 2 with elementary principals. Elementary Provided training to administrators during October Curriculum Updates: ● Formative assessment ● Best practices in writing ● Using STAAR to inform instruction ● Update on Math and Literacy Academies Created Elementary Best Practices in Math for campus leaders.

Redesigned secondary Academic Dean/Vice-Principal meetings to provide opportunities to collaborate, align efforts, and deliver quality-learning experiences.

Middle School Implemented a redesigned meeting structure with Vice-Principals and Academic Deans with a focus on leadership and continuous improvement.

All Level Continued ABLE 1 cohort for the development and mentoring of new campus principals. Continued book study with principals using Transforming School Culture. Continued the Visioning Institutes for ES, MS, and HS principals; began Cohort 3 with remaining elementary principals. Elementary Provided training to administrators during December and February Curriculum Updates: ● Instructional Rounds: modeling and

practicing the protocol ● Getting started with Instructional Rounds ● Using the Instructional Core ● Scripting and discussing observations

during Instructional Rounds

All Level Continued ABLE 1 cohort for the development and mentoring of new campus principals. Continued book study with principals using Transforming School Culture. Continued the Visioning Institutes for ES, MS, and HS principals; began Cohort 3 with remaining elementary principals.

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High School Provided training on digital resources for all Deans and Principals. Provided 4-hour site visits at each of our High Schools to provide low-risk feedback and offer support.

III.3.2. Revise interviewing training program; develop supervision skills training and revise evaluation form to include supervision skills for auxiliary personnel seeking internal promotions.

Human Resources Administrators; Maintenance Department Administrators

Assistant Supt. for Human Resources Director of Maintenance and Operations

Updated interview training with Munis-Applicant Tracking (MAT) information and finalized training dates.

Finalized Leadership Development Academy for head custodians and plant managers finalized for November 21.

Conducted Custodial Leadership Institute Series #1 for Head/Plant Managers and Asst. Head/Asst. Plant Managers. Planning Stage for custodial Leadership Institute Series #2 is in progress. Held Custodial Interview Training.

Scheduled Series #2 Custodial Leadership Institute for November 20, 2017 and February 19, 2018. Conducted PDR Training for Custodial Area Supervisors on April 13, 2017. Schedule Interview Training for the 2017-18 school year (pending).

Objective 4. Maintain a compensation package and a benefits plan that are competitive.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

III.4.1. Conduct and evaluate results from a yearly Wellness, Benefits, and Insurance survey.

Technology Services Communication Department

Executive Director of Benefits and Risk Management

Reviewed and updated the 2015-2016 Health, Wellness, Insurance Survey to fit the 2016-2017 Health insurance, and Wellness goals. Conduct the survey in the Spring of 2017.

Survey is being developed for dissemination in April.

Sent out survey on May 11, 2017 and ended on June 1, 2017. Results will be summarized and shared with Cabinet.

III.4.2. Conduct annual compensation market analysis for all employee groups.

TASB Director of Compensation


Planned to conduct market study December through January for positions and stipends. Information will be reviewed as part of the compensation plan in January.

Completed and reviewed the market study. The data is being considered for the 2017-18 budget. The budget process is underway considering proposed compensation for a general increase for all employees including a slightly higher increase and structure adjustment for the employee groups identified as below market.

Conducted a market study for personnel positions. Based on market data, the following groups/positions were recommended for a larger general pay increase: ● Clerical group - Pay Schedule DC ● Auxiliary group - Pay Schedule X ● Bus Drivers ● Non-certified Professionals - Pay

Grades BN01-BN03

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● Special Education IAs

Additionally, a market study was conducted for stipends. Based on market data, the following items were recommended: ● New Stipend - Special Education

Self-Contained Stipend - $2,000 ● Dual Credit Stipend - increase by $400

per semester ● Middle School Athletic Stipends -

increased in consideration of additional days

At this time, the 17-18 Compensation Plan is still pending Board approval. If approved, mass updates will be conducted during the summer to implement these changes.

III.4.3. Evaluate through the RFP process all Voluntary Insurance packages.

Purchasing Office Executive Director for Benefits and Risk Management

Planned to review and rebid (if necessary) insurance packages prior to renewal date.

Completed RFP for Cafeteria Plan to be included in the March 28th Board Agenda. This was the only employee voluntary insurance package that was needed at this time.

COBRA and Cafeteria Plan services were awarded to the incumbent vendor, SBS, at the June 27th Board meeting.

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IV. PROMOTE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF

PRIORITY: Create a safe environment for students, staff, families, and community members through a shared vision that includes all stakeholders. Objective 1. Explore, implement, and communicate security measures that provide safeguards for learning, using the latest technology.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

IV.1.1. Assess the implementation of the ISMS (Integrated Security Management System) Dept. (i.e. maintenance of security cameras, card readers, alarms).

Principal Feedback ISMS Feedback

Asst. Supt for Facilities and Operations Deputy Supt. For Admin District Safety & Security Officer

Implemented and reviewed maintenance procedures for cameras and access control; reviewed budget and inventory.

Revised procedures to include ISMS, Admin, and Facilities departments before approving any changes to card readers or cameras. Provided Cyber Security awareness updates and training at Safety and Security committee meetings. Developed a plan for district-wide cyber security awareness training.

Reviewed ISMS budget and began discussion of long-range plans.

IV.1.2. Collaborate with District stakeholders to review and adjust data security and privacy policies, procedures, and awareness as needed.

Technology Director of Technology Executive Director of Technology District Information Officer

Updated TEC-02, password policy to require complex passwords. Created campaign to require all district staff to reset passwords on annual basis.

Continued implementation of new policy requiring the use of complex passwords.

Continued implementation of new policy requiring the use of complex passwords.

Objective 2. Implement, provide, and communicate programs that will ensure that students understand shared responsibility and have necessary coping skills.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

IV.2.1. Research and pilot new programs that address cyberbullying.

Technology Services Region 20

Director of Guidance and Counseling

Continued student, parent, and staff presentation on bullying behaviors, cyberbullying awareness. Updated Parent 411 online training to include current information for parents.

Updated Parent 411 online training to include current information for parents. Reformatting Parent 411 to include current videos and content.

Developed training for educators that encompasses working with students in high-risk situations, including cyberbullying. The training involves

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Continued student, parent, and staff presentation on bullying behaviors, cyberbullying awareness.

warning signs and best practices for helping. Completed student, parent, and staff presentations on bullying behaviors and cyberbullying awareness. Modified handbook to include definition and consequences for cyberbullying.

IV.2.2. Research and pilot programs that provide students with stress coping skills.

Region 20 Director of Guidance and Counseling

Conducted classroom guidance lessons to build resiliency skills in students.

Continued implementation of classroom guidance lessons to build student resiliency skills. Continued implementation of WHYTRY curriculum in classroom guidance and small group that incorporates the TEA 7 Student Skill Goals.

Completed classroom guidance lesson to build student resiliency skills. Researching how to enhance the implementation of the Search Institutes 40 Development Assets districtwide. Reviewed implementation of WHYTRY curriculum in classroom guidance and small group that incorporates the TEA 7 Student Skill Goals.

Objective 3. Implement, provide, and maintain instructional facilities that support a safe, healthy, and comfortable learning environment in a growing community.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

IV.3.1. Continue with the last phase of elementary security lobbies funded by Bond 2014.

Bond 2014 Asst. Supt for Facilities and Operations Deputy Supt. For Admin

Near completion with initial 30 elementary security lobbies as part of Bond 2014.

Near completion with initial 30 elementary security lobbies as part of Bond 2014.

Nine (9) remaining lobbies for the 2014 bond program presently under construction scheduled to be completed by school start.

IV.3.2. Assess the management of different levels of access control for campus employees through our ISMS department.

ISMS ISMS Manager Asst. Supt.(s) for Elementary and Secondary Admin

Revised district-wide procedures related to employee badges and proxy access.

Working on a solution to not needing to collect badges at year’s end without compromising security at facilities.

Successfully executed tech solution that did not require principals to collect ID badges at EOY.

IV.3.3. Continue with the capital improvement program targeting Athletics and Career and Technology facilities.

Budget from District’s Operating Fund

Asst. Supt. Facilities and Operations Ex. Director of Athletics Deputy Supt. For Admin

Athletic upgrades for 3 schools are in the design phase to continue program. Currently evaluating the design guidelines for Career and Technology programs and then identify needs.

Athletic upgrades have been bid and are going forth for Board approval. Design guidelines evaluation for CTE programs are almost complete.

Athletic upgrades for summer of 2017 are under construction and scheduled to be complete by school start, CTE design guidelines identification and preliminary review is complete, working on actual final document outline detailing actual spaces items.

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Objective 4. Implement and promote a collaborative approach to school and community safety.


Progress Report 1

Progress Report 2

Progress Report 3

IV.4.1. Refocus the district-wide safety committee’s purpose and work.

Asst. Supt for Facilities and Operations Deputy Supt. For Admin

Restructured the goals and purpose of district-wide Safety and Security Committee.

Held two meetings thus far to discuss and review voting procedures at our campuses ; and cyber security and its potential danger for both students and staff.

Reviewed survey results; discussed safety topics; and began planning for next year.

IV.4.2. Assess the implementation of new PD measures for elementary schools.

Police Dept. Expanded program by one officer and reassigned school(s) coverage and responsibilities for elementary officers.

Monitored the implementation of an additional officer and the reorganization of schools.

Reviewed the implementation of an additional officer and the reorganization of schools.

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Documents

Northside Independent School DistrictJan 29, 2018 · their own social media presence. Presented to all NISD Principals on the topic of effective use of social media, specifically