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School Improvement Plan

2016-2017School Improvement Plans remain in effect for two years, but a School Leadership Team may amend as often as necessary or appropriate.

Draft Due: October 3, 2016 Final Copy Due: October 18, 2016

2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan ReportContact Information

School: Newell Elementary Courier Number: 474

Address:325 W. Rocky River RoadCharlotte, NC 28213 Phone Number: 980-343-6820

Fax Number: 980-343-6792

Learning Community Northeast LearningCommunity School Website: http://schools.cms.k12.nc.us/newellES/Pages/Default.aspx

Principal: Lydia Fergison

Learning Community Superintendent: Charity Bell

Newell Elementary School Improvement Team MembershipFrom GS §115C-105.27: “The principal of each school, representatives of the assistant principals, instructional personnel, instructional support personnel, and teacher assistantsassigned to the school building, and parents of children enrolled in the school shall constitute a school improvement team to develop a school improvement plan to improve student performance. Representatives of the assistant principals, instructional personnel, instructional support personnel, and teacher assistants shall be elected by their respective groups by secret ballot....Parents serving on school improvement teams shall reflect the racial and socioeconomic composition of the students enrolled in that school and shall not be members of the building-level staff.”

Committee Position Name Email Address DateElected

Principal Lydia Fergison [email protected] 9-14-16Assistant Principal Representative Semeika Stewart [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Representative Heather Klinger [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Representative Pam Price [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Representative Kimberly Parker [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Representative Rebecca Dean [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Representative Joana Loftis [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Representative Erin Lindsay [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Representative Yontii Wheeler [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Representative Katie Pratt [email protected] 9-14-16Inst. Support Representative Beverly Camp [email protected] 9-14-16Teacher Assistant Representative Maggie McGowan [email protected] 9-14-16Parent Representative Chavon Carroll [email protected] 9-14-16Parent Representative Mary Walker [email protected] 9-14-16Parent Representative Kendra Alston [email protected] 9-14-16

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report Vision Statement

D i st r i ct: CMS provides all students the best education available anywhere, preparing every child to lead a rich and productive life.

Sc hoo l : Our vision for Newell Elementary School is one where children are educated through a collaborative effort among parents, staff, students, and the community. Students are motivated to learn with the help of quality instruction and cutting-edge technology. Our school environment encourages children to build intellectual, moral, civic and performancecharacter to become leaders of the 21st century without fear of failure.

Mission Statement

Di stri ct: The mission of CMS is to maximize academic achievement by every student in every school.

Sc hoo l : Our Mission is to develop young people to KNOW their potential, GROW their appreciation of learning, hard work and effort, and empower them to GO into the world and lead lives of impact. KNOW.GROW.GO

Newell Elementary Shared Beliefs Students respond more cooperatively when teachers will “use their power for good”; provide clear expectations; and

communicate to students in ways that feel respectful, attentive, helpful, flexible, and understandingAll students can achieve at a higher level, when they are engaged in purposeful learning and given the appropriate academic, social, and emotional support.

The quality of the student-teacher relationship and a teacher’s commitment to know each student individually will oftendetermine a student’s willingness to learn and cooperate in the classroom.

At Newell Elementary, every child G.R.O.W.S.Shows GratitudeIs ResilientSeizes OpportunityWorks HardServes Others

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report Newell Elementary SMART Goals Provide a duty-free lunch period for every teacher on a daily basis.

Provide duty-free instructional planning time for every teacher under G.S. 115C-105.27 and -301.1, with the goal of proving an average of at least five hours of planning time per week, to the maximum extent that the safety and proper supervision of students may allow during regular student contact hours.Provide a positive school climate, under CMS regulation JICK-R, by promoting a safe learning environment free of bullying and harassing behaviors.

Increase College Career Readiness (CCR) and Grade Level Proficiency (GLP) Science proficiency in grade 5 as measured by the NC Science End of Grade Assessment by 10 percentage points and exceed EVAAS growth. Increase5th grade Science CCR proficiency from 41.3 to 51.3. Increase 5th grade Science GLP proficiency from 51.6 to 61.6.Increase CCR and GLP Reading proficiency in grades 3-5 as measured by the NC Reading End-of Grade Assessment and exceed EVAAS growth in each grade level and for the overall Reading composite. Increase 3rd Grade Reading GLP from 46.2 to 56.2, 4th Grade Reading 42.6 to 56.2, 5th Grade Reading from 29.4 to 42.6 and overall GLP Reading from 36.4 to 51.0. Increase CCR 3rd Grade Reading from 36.6 to 46.6, 4th Grade Reading from 24.3 to 46.6, 5th Grade Reading from 16.7 to 34.3 and overall CCR Reading from 26.3 to 42.0.Increase CCR and GLP Math proficiency in grades 3-5 as measured by the NC Math End of Grade Assessment in each grade level for the overall Math composite and exceed EVAAS growth in 4th and 5th grade Math and for overall Math composite. Increase GLP 3rd Grade Math from 51.7 to 61.7, 4th Grade Math 49.3 to 61.7, 5th Grade Math from37.3 to 59.3 and overall GLP Math from 46.5 to 56.5. Increase CCR 3rd Grade Math from 37.9 to 47.9, 4th Grade Math40.3 to 47.9, 5th Grade Math from 31.7 to 50.3 and overall CCR Math from 36.9 to 46.9.

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report Newell Elementary Assessment Data Snapshot

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan ReportNewell Elementary Profile

Newell has a rich history dating back to 1920, as the Mecklenburg County Tax Records Database indicates it was an original Rosenwald School. This unique one classroom building still stands and serves as a reminder of the progress made towards the realization of an equitable education for all children. The “new” Newell, as it is often referred to, now occupies a brand new, state of the art, 39 classroom structure with a recent addition of6 mobile classrooms.

Newell is a thriving school with close to 900 students that represent nearly 20 different countries and a total of 15 different languages; Burmese, French, Chinese, Rade, Twi, and Arabic, just to name a few. Our school is reflective of the diverse community we serve, and our diversity itself provides a significant opportunity for students to receive an education that will prepare them for the world beyond our walls.

We are proud to have been in the first cohort design team of 15 CMS schools dedicated to providing a Personalized Learning (PL) Environment for every child. We aim to develop the whole child and empower them to take ownership of their learning by providing them with multiple pathways to demonstrate mastery learning and have designed our Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) and master schedule to reflect that belief.

This year we have implemented a one facilitator per grade level model in grades 3-5, with the addition of a PL facilitator that serves grades K-5. Included on the ILT also, are a literacy and math facilitator supporting grades K-2. The administrative team consists of a principal, assistant principal and dean of students. Each member of the administrative team is dedicated to a specific grade level that supports our academic and behavior goals. This model will support individualized teacher coaching, ultimately impacting student learning.

In terms of classrooms we have 7 kindergarten, 7 first grade, 8 second grade, 7 third grade, 6 fourth grade, and 6 5ifth grade. We are a Title 1 school where 50% of our population is Latino/Hispanic, 40% African American, 3 % Asian, 3 % Caucasian, 2 % Multi-Racial and .8% American- Indian. 26% of our students are considered Limited English Proficient (LEP). To support our diverse learners we have 4 English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers, 3 Exceptional Children (EC) teachers, 2 counselors, a behavior modification technician (BMT), a half-time psychologist and half-time speech pathologist. 10 instructional assistants support our classrooms across grade levels and are primarily scheduled in classrooms during literacy workshop. Our special area classes include media, art, physical education, computer lab, music, science lab and an addition this year of theater.

During the 2016-2017 school year, our focus will include the Instructional Planning Approach (IPA) where teachers meet regularly to share expertise, work collaboratively to improve teaching skills and plan instruction for the appropriate levels of intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of students. In all planning sessions we are working to ensure a data driven environment that is precise and systematic to improvingstudent learning. Our planning cycle will include assessment, analysis, and action that will drive the rationale for targeted small-group instruction.

2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan ReportAs literacy continues to be our North Star, we will provide a focus during the literacy block on guided reading; close reading and academic conversations across content areas. With a focus on closing achievement gaps, we depend on small-group reading instruction designed to provide differentiated teaching that supports students in developing reading proficiency as they work to achieve grade level proficiency. This will allow students to be taught in a way that is intended to be more focused on their specific needs, therefore accelerating their progress. To ensure college and career readiness we will continue to have a focus on close reading. It is our goal to expose children to complex text through thoughtful, critical analysis providing precise understanding of form, craft, and meaning. As this is a key requirement of the Common Core State Standards, we believe this will aid our efforts in positively impacting student achievement.

Through substantial summer planning, training, and professional development (PD), we have worked to identify the components of our math program that were absent in the past year and identified ways to improve on their implementation. This year we will focus on supplementing Math Investigations by paying careful attention to standard alignment. Again, we will focus on the IPA model and the use of ongoing assessment tools such as MAP, exit tickets and interim assessments to determine next steps in instructional planning. This will allow students to work at their individualized levels or be grouped by skills to address above or below grade level learning.

As part of our implementation of PL we will continue a focus on social emotional learning. We believe that character development plays equally to academic development and is the true goal of education. To that end, we have developed and adopted our own set of Social Emotional Learning standards through a research-based approach from various other states who have implemented their own standards, curriculum, and initiatives. We also have implemented morning meetings through a school wide approach with dedicated time on our master schedule.

Parental involvement is paramount to student success and we strive to maintain clear communication with our community. Regular newsletters, Connect Ed messages, conferences and events support our efforts to be an inclusive environment. To communicate with our Spanish-speaking families we have a fulltime interpreter. This position ensures that all our communication is provided in English and Spanish. Parents are encouraged to become a part of our Parent Teacher Organization and School Leadership Team. Recently we continued our contract with Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) and will offer ESL classes to parents interested, free of charge.

Community partners support a myriad of needs for our school. Recently we have partnered with Together We Feed and will receive close to$90,000 in support for our school. A range of benefits exists such as a mobile food pantry sponsored by Second Food Harvest, weekend food back pack program, career excursions and child sponsorship, just to name a few. Local churches such as Newell Presbyterian and University Hills are present with volunteer support and help us expand our reach into the community.

Our goal at Newell over the course of the school year is to provide students with and exceptional learning experience. It is important that we continue to foster an environment of high expectations and support to reach those same expectations. We operate to close academic achievement

2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Reportgaps and commit to continuing the work that began for us early in the 1920s by making good on the promise that all children deserve access to an education that will prepare them to lead productive lives.

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report Strategic Plan 2018: For a Better Tomorrow

Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized21st-century learning environment for every child to graduate college- and career-ready

Four focus areas:I. College- and career-readinessII. Academic growth/high academic achievement

III. Access to rigorIV. Closing achievement gaps

Goal 2: Recruit, develop, retain and reward a premier workforce

Five focus areas:I. Proactive recruitmentII. Individualized professional developmentIII. Retention/quality appraisalsIV. Multiple career pathwaysV. Leadership development

Goal 3: Cultivate partnerships with families, businesses,faith-based groups and community organizations to provide a sustainable system of support and care for each child

Three focus areas:I. Family engagementII. Communication and outreach

III. Partnership development

Goal 4: Promote a system-wide culture of safety, highengagement, cultural competency and customer service

Five focus areas:I. Physical safetyII. Social and emotional healthIII. High engagementIV. Cultural competencyV. Customer service

Goal 5: Optimize district performance and accountability bystrengthening data use, processes and systems

Four focus areas:I. Effective and efficient processes and systemsII. Strategic use of district resources

III. Data integrity and useIV. School performance improvement

Goal 6: Inspire and nurture learning, creativity, innovationand entrepreneurship through technology and strategic school redesign

Four focus areas:I. Learning everywhere, all the time

II. Innovation and entrepreneurship III. Strategic school redesignIV. Innovative new schools

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan ReportSMART Goal (1):Duty Free Lunch for Teachers

Provide a duty-free lunch period for every teacher on a daily basis.

Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 2: Recruit, develop, retain and reward a premier workforceGoal 4: Promote a system-wide culture of safety, high engagement, cultural competency and customer service

Strategic Plan Focus Area: III. Retention/quality appraisalsI. Physical safety

Data Used: Teacher retention data, School Safety Records, Insight survey data, Master Schedule, DutyRoster

Strategies (determined by what data) Task Task Task (PD)

Point Person(title)

Evidence of Success(Student Impact)

Funding(estimate d cost / source)

Personnel Involved Timeline(Start—End) Interim

Dates1. Create a master schedule thatprovides classroom teachers with duty-free lunch ensuring a minimum of 25 minutes for lunch

Lydia FergisonPrincipal

Semeika StewartAssistant Principal

Lori DisclafaniMaster Scheduler

Reduced number ofdiscipline referrals from cafeteria

Safe cafeteria environment

Survey lunch coverage staff

DistrictFunded

Cafeteria Monitors

Admin

August2016-June2017

2. Establish a system for supervision in the cafeteria.

Semeika Stewart, Assistant Principal

LaTaisha AtkinsonCafeteria Monitor

Dina AlvaradoCafeteria Monitor

Reduced number of discipline referrals fromcafeteria

Improved student behavior Informal observations of cafeteria

N/A Admin

Behavior Modification Technician (BMT)

Student SupportServicesCafeteria Monitors

August2016-June 2017

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3. School-wide expectations:The behavior matrix, posted in the cafeteria insuring the tenants of the school-wide behavior plan and beliefs are followed.

Semeika Stewart,Assistant Principal

Melissa ThielDean of Students

Beverly CampBehavior (BMT)

Reduced number ofdiscipline referrals from cafeteria

Informal observations of cafeteria

Districtfunded

Admin

CafeteriaMonitors

BMT

August2016- June2017


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SMART Goal (2):Duty Free Instructional Planning Time

Provide duty-free instructional planning time for every teacher under G.S. 115C-105.27 and -301.1, with the goal of proving an average of at least five hours of planning time per week, to the maximum extent that the safety and proper supervision of students may allow during regular student contact hours.

Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st-century learning environmentfor every child to graduate college- and career-readyGoal 2: Recruit, develop and retain premier workforce

Strategic Plan Focus Area: I. College- and career-readinessII. Academic growth/high academic achievementIII. Retention/quality appraisalsIV. Leadership development

Data Used: Insight Survey, Professional Learning Community (PLC) agenda minutes, Master Schedule,EOG, EVASS


Point Person(title)


Funding(estimated cost / source)

PersonnelInvolved

Timeline(Start—End) InterimDates

1. Create a master schedule thatallows for daily planning. Provide teachers with 45 minutes of planning daily. Designate three planning blocks per week to be used for math,literacy, science and/or data – per the grade level team’s discretion. Additionally teachers receive 75 minutes weekly of duty free planning before student supervision is expected.


Semeika Stewart, Assistant Principal

Lori Disclafani Master Scheduler

Students will receivedifferentiated instruction based on their diverse learning needs

Students will achieve at higher levels due to teacher preparation

Grade level agendas

Classroom observations

N/A Admin

Teachers

Grade level facilitators

August 2016-June 2017


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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report2. Provide teachers, includingExceptional Children (EC) and English as a Second Language (ESL) quarterly, full planning days to participate in professional development, createassessments, analyze data and plan for instruction.


Semeika Stewart Assistant Principal

Melissa Thiel Dean of Students

Vanetia Howard Facilitator

Increase student EOGscores

Insight survey

EC, ESL strategies integrated into lesson delivery

N/A Admin

Grade level facilitators

Teachers

October2016-May2017

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SMART Goal (3):Anti-Bullying / Character Education

Provide a positive school climate, under CMS regulation JICK-R, by promoting a safe learningenvironment free of bullying and harassing behaviors.

Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 4: Promote a system-wide culture of safety, high engagement, cultural competency andcustomer service

Strategic Plan Focus Area: I. Physical safetyII. Social and emotional healthIII. High engagementIV. Cultural competency

Data Used: Behavioral data, classroom referrals, parent and volunteer involvement, parent surveys,student surveys, morning meeting walkthrough data, bullying forms, conferences, attendance data



Point Person(title)



PersonnelInvolved


1. Bully Liaison / Bully-preventionStaff training conducted by the student support services team providing information to teachers and support staff regularly

Bully prevention activities throughout the year

Behavior committee to encompass character education and promote the anti-bullying curriculum.


Stephon Portlock Counselor

Natasha Patterson Counselor

Beverly CampBMT

Improved attendance

Reduction of bullying referrals

N/A Admin

Counselors

Teachers

August 2016-June 2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report2. Character Education

Communicate monthly character trait daily via closed circuit

Morning meeting topics discussed throughout the school year as well as individual counseling sessions with counselors

Implementation of Praise All Well-Behaved Students (P.A.W.S) as a school-wide student recognitionprogram to include quarterly celebrations based on earned P.A.W.S


Stephon Portlock Counselor

Natasha Patterson Counselor

Beverly CampBMT

An environment that is safeand inclusive for all students and adults

Generate a common language and culture that fosters positive peer recognition and encourages all members of the school community to exemplify and reward behavior consistent with core values and ethical decision making

Reduced number of discipline referrals

Increase in student responses to survey “I feel safe at school”

N/A Admin

Counselors

Teachers

August2016-June2017

3. Healthy Active Child 30 min.

Shared resources by Dr.Curt Hinson (Dr. Recess)via an online platform to illustrate a variety of physical activities for students

Andrew RileyP.E. Teacher

Darius JonesP.E. Teacher


Structured activities duringrecess

Master Schedule

Recess observations

N/A School Nurse

Admin

Teachers

August2016-June2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan ReportImplement 45 minutes per week with PE teacher

Promote 30 minute structured physical activity daily in all classroom schedules

PE teacher will support grade levels by providing support regarding equipment and physical activities

Jonise HallSchool Nurse

4. School Health TeamCultivate partnership with Camino Community Center which serves school communities by connecting families with medical, educational and other vital resources

Establish a school health committee to focus on staff wellness to meet monthly

Attend district meetings to support school planning of activities and available resources


Jonise HallSchool Nurse

Andrew RileyP.E. teacher

Executive Director Wendy Pascual of Camino Community Center

Focus efforts of the wholeschool on the health and well-being of staff and students

Committee meeting agendas and minutes

Schedule of meetings on master calendar

Staff will be provided wellness tips, massages and self-care support

N/A Admin

School Nurse

Teachers

August2016-June2017

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SMART Goal (4): Increase College Career Readiness (CCR) and Grade Level Proficiency (GLP) Scienceproficiency in grade 5 as measured by the NC Science End of Grade Assessment by 10 percentage points and exceed EVAAS growth. Increase 5th grade Science CCR proficiency from 41.3 to 51.3. Increase 5th grade Science GLP proficiency from 51.6 to 61.6.Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st-century learning environmentfor every child to graduate college- and career-ready

Strategic Plan Focus Area: I. College- and career-readinessII. Academic growth/high academic achievementIII. Access to rigorIV. Closing achievement gaps

Data Used: NC End- of Grade Test Results, EVASS growth, MAP data, Common assessment data,District benchmark assessments



Point Person(title)



PersonnelInvolved


1. Solicit support from the ElementaryScience Specialist in the Teaching and Learning Department to support the newly created 5th grade team with lesson planning, common assessments and analyzing data.

Lydia Fergison,Principal

Melissa Thiel 5th

Grade Administrator

Vanetia Howard,5th gradeFacilitator

Wayne FisherScience Specialist

Agenda Minutes

Shared Resources

Modeling of Lessons

Increased GLP and CCR scores as measured by the EOG

N/A Admin

5th gradeFacilitator

District Personnel

5th GradeTeachers

August 2016-May 2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report2. Provide science teachers withprofessional development on science curriculum, instruction, and resources.

Implementation of Wayne Fisher’s “The Ultimate Survival guide to Maximize Student Achievement in the5th Grade Science EOG”


Melissa Thiel5th GradeAdministrator

Vanetia Howard 5th Facilitator

Wayne Fisher, District Science Specialist

Teachers using theunpacking document and resources from the district Science site to inform instruction and planning for misconceptions in weekly PLC meetings.

Increase EOG science scores

Local andstate PDfunding

Admin

5th grade teachers


DistrictPersonnel

August2016-May2017

3. Attend any additional outsideprofessional development that will enhance teaching and learning, instructional practices, student achievement, and school culture.

Capitalize on the district’s paid membership to North Carolina Association of Supervision and Curriculum (NCASCD)




Wayne Fisher, District Science Specialist

Teacher articulation ofsupport for their craft and learning.

Observation of teachers implementing instruction at high levels for effective student outcomes.

Increase EOG science scores


Admin

5th grade teachers


DistrictPersonnel

August2016-May2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report4. Implement the instructionalplanning approach model (IPA)with 5th grade science teachers.

Grade level facilitator and Science Lab teacher to lead professionaldevelopment and introduce the IPA model to staff using the weebly (cmsplc.weebly.com) and other resources.

Identify the entry point(module) for the sciencePLC.Select appropriate staff to attend The Northeast Learning Community IPA trainingsImplement IPA professional development that has been provided within PLCs in an effort to influence instructional practices.Provide full and/or half day planning sessions forscience teachers asneeded.





Ella Rigoulot Northeast Learning Community Curriculum Coordinator

Provide a clear structureand purpose for PLC meetings that address the most pressing instructional challenges.

Create an atmosphere of trust for effective constructive feedback.

Increase teachers’ sense of efficacy and level of professionalism.


InstructionalLeadershipTeam

5th GradeTeachers

Administrators

Learning community staff

August2016-June2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report5. Provide observation, coachingand feedback to improve teacher practice.

Create a documented observation feedback cycle using the instructional round problem of practice protocolAttend professional developments on coaching and feedback.Assess the effectiveness on teacher practice based on Insight Survey results, school surveys, student achievement data, etc.Invite Learning Community Superintendent and Executive Director to observe coaching and feedback sessions following instructional walkthroughs.



VanetiaHoward5th Facilitator

Steve Esposito Executive Director

Charity Bell Learning Community Superintendent

Common Assessments

Walkthrough Data

Teacher Observation Data

Coaching/ feedback forms

Weekly lesson plans

N/A Admin

Instructional leadership team (ILT)



September2016-June2017

6. Maximize instructional time devoted to science instruction.

Ensure a core science curriculum is being providedto address the common core standards.Utilize data to differentiate instruction for teacher led

Lydia Fergison, Principal

Melissa Thiel 5th Grade Administrator

Vanetia Howard

Common Assessments

Walkthrough Data


Data Analysis Protocols utilized

N/A Admin

Instructional leadership team



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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Reportsmall groups during the science block.Flexible grouping during science block

5th Facilitator Pacing calendar 5th gradeFacilitator

Teachers7. Evaluate the progress of subgroups (EC, LEP) to determineremediation and enrichment needs.

Utilize WIDA Can Do descriptors in planningsessionsIncorporate SIOP strategies in lesson deliveryESL/EC teacher attends planning and is assignedparticular grade levelsImplement EC contracted services agreement created inconjunction with the learningcommunity based on a comprehensive needsassessment

Lydia Fergison, Principal

Melissa Thiel 5th Grade Administrator

Vanetia Howard5th GradeFacilitator

Sean Story District SIOP Coach

Carl IzzardEC Coordinator

Corinne Turner Itinerant Coordinating Teacher

Increased success on assessments

Walkthrough Data

WIDA Can Do Descriptors

ELLevation increased usage

Data tracker

N/A Admin

Instructional Leadership Team

Learning Community Staff

ELL Chairperson

Teachers


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SMART Goal (5): Increase CCR and GLP Reading proficiency in grades 3-5 as measured by the NC Reading End-ofGrade Assessment and exceed EVAAS growth in each grade level and for the overall Reading composite. Increase 3rd Grade Reading GLP from 46.2 to 56.2, 4th Grade Reading 42.6 to 56.2, 5th

Grade Reading from 29.4 to 42.6 and overall GLP Reading from 36.4 to 51.0. Increase CCR 3rd Grade Reading from 36.6 to 46.6, 4th Grade Reading from 24.3 to 46.6, 5th Grade Reading from 16.7 to 34.3 and overall CCR Reading from 26.3 to 42.0.

Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st-century learning environment for every child to graduate college- and career-ready


Data Used: NC End- of Grade Test Results, EVASS growth, MAP data, Common assessment data, Districtbenchmark assessments


Strategies (determined by whatdata)

Task Task Task (PD)

Point Person(title)



PersonnelInvolved

Timeline(Start—End) Interim

Dates1. Develop a coaching andinstructional caseload to support teachers in PLCs and with teaching and learning.

5thgrade facilitator is dedicated to only 5th grade teachers (total of 6)Dean of students is dedicated to 5th grade and shares coaching load with facilitator based on need

Principal meets with 5th grade




Jen Boysko 3rd

MAP Data

TRC Common

Assessments

Walkthrough Data


Instructional Rounds

N/A Admin

ILT Team

Teachers

August2016-June2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Reportfacilitator weekly for a one on one 45 minute coachingsessionPrincipal meets with Dean of students weekly for a one onone 45 minute coachingsessionDean of students and principal attend weeklyplanning sessions4th grade facilitator is dedicated to only 4th grade teachers (total of 6)4th grade facilitator meets with Assistant Principal weekly for a one on one 45 minute coaching sessionAssistant principal meets with principal weekly for a one on one 45 minute coaching sessionAssistant principal attends weekly planning sessions3rd grade facilitator dedicated to only 3rd grade teachers(total of 7)3rd grade facilitator meets weekly with 3rd grade administrator for a one on one45 minute coaching session3rd grade administrator meets weekly with the principal for weekly one on one 45 minute

Grade Facilitator

Jenny Nelson 4th

Grade Facilitator

Vanetia Howard5th GradeFacilitator/3rd

grade administrator

Heather Klinger Personalized Learning Facilitator

MAP Data

TRC Common

Assessments

Walkthrough Data


Instructional Rounds

N/A Admin

ILT Team

Teachers

August2016-June2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Reportcoaching session3rd grade administrator attends weekly planningsessionsPL facilitator attends 3-5 plannings as needed

2. Provide instructional and support staff with professional developmenton balanced literacy, close reading, academic discourse, DDI,Personalized Learning, Continuum of Literacy Learning, and Guided Reading

Survey staff of PD needs to design individualized learning

PD Mondays during planningWednesday staff meetings with a literacy PD focusUtilize 4 district early release days

Attend district PD sessions




Jen Boysko3rd GradeFacilitator

Jenny Nelson4th GradeFacilitator



Professional DevelopmentAgendas

District ILT Meetings

District Coaching Visits withPersonalized Learning

$14,000 Title1 Funds, WorkshopExpenses,Contracted Services and Staff Development

Admin

ILT

DistrictPersonnel

Teachers

August2016-June2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report3. Attend any additional professional development that will enhanceteaching and learning, instructional practices, student achievement, andschool culture.

Capitalize on the district’spaid membership to North Carolina Association of Supervision and Curriculum (NCASCD)Subscription to professional reading journals




Jen Boysko 3rdGrade Facilitator




MAP Data

TRC

Common Assessments

Walkthrough Data


Increase in teacher efficacy

Modeling of lessons inPLCs

Update of ProfessionalDevelopment Calendar

N/A Admin

ILT

DistrictPersonnel

Teachers

August2016-June2017

4. Implement the instructional planning approach model (IPA) toschool staff.

Facilitators/admin/district coaches to lead professionaldevelopment and introduce



MAP Data

TRC

Common Assessments

N/A Admin

ILT

DistrictPersonnel

August2016-June2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Reportthe IPA model to staff using the weebly(cmsplc.weebly.com) and other resources.

Identify the entry point(module) for each PLC basedon grade level surveys of implementationProvide professional development to each PLCbased on identified needs.Select appropriate staff to attend The Northeast Learning Community IPA trainings.Implement IPA professional development that has been provided within PLCs to influence instructional practices.

Melissa ThielDean ofStudents



Howard5thGrade Facilitator


Walkthrough Data


5. Provide observation, coaching and feedback to improve teacher practice.

Create a documented observation feedback cycle.Attend professional developments on coachingand feedback.Assess the effectiveness of teacher practice based onInsight Survey results, schoolsurveys, student achievement data, etc.

Utilize staff appropriately to




Jen Boysko3rd Grade

MAP Data

TRC

Common Assessments

Walkthrough Data


N/A Admin

ILT Team

DistrictPersonnel

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Reportprovide literacy instructional support.

Invite Learning CommunitySuperintendent and ExecutiveDirector to observe coaching and feedback sessions following instructional walkthroughs.Continue to provide problem of practice opportunities forPLCs through theInstructional Rounds process

Facilitator




Steve Esposito Executive Director

Charity Bell Learning Community Superintendent

6. Utilize resources (people, time, money) to better support literacy instruction.

Provide professional development to teachers tosupport their understanding of the core literacy block(Independent Reading, Interactive Reading, Guided Reading, Word Work, and




MAP Data

TRC

Common Assessments

Walkthrough Data


Title 1 funded literacy tutor

Admin

ILT Team

DistrictPersonnel

Teachers

August2016-June2017

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan ReportMini Lessons).

Provide effective LLIinstruction for students outside of core literacyinstruction.Utilize support staff (AP, Dean, and Facilitators) toappropriately provide literacyinstructional support.Provide outside professional development as needed.Provide full and/or half day planning sessions forteaching staff after eachquarterly assessment.Hire and train title 1 literacy tutor

Jen Boysko3rd GradeFacilitator




Iris Vega Romero Title 1 tutor

7. Evaluate the progress ofsubgroups (EC, LEP) to determine the effectiveness of core and invention programs.

Utilize WIDA Can Do descriptors in planningsessionsIncorporate SIOP strategies in lesson deliveryESL/EC teachers attends planning and is assignedparticular grade levels

Implement EC contracted





MAP Data

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Common Assessments

Walkthrough Data


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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Reportservices agreement created in conjunction with the learningcommunity based on a comprehensive needsassessment

Jenny Nelson4thGradeFacilitator




Carl IzzardEC Coordinator

Corinne Turner Itinerant Coordinating Teacher

8. Refine the core and intervention programs based on the variousneeds of the subgroups.

Implementation of IPA model beginning with a clearunderstanding of whatstudents need to knowConsistent use of unpacking documents for standards



Melissa ThielDean of

MTSS Alignment

Intervention Block Used

Word Work implementation with fidelity during intervention block

Student work personalized

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan ReportinterpretationEnsure internal and external alignmentContent knowledge improved upon based on PD thataddresses the rigor ofstandardsCreate complex tasks for students in conjunction toselecting complex textsDifferentiate lesson delivery based on classroom subgroupsClear understanding of modifications and EC andESL grading practices

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Small group instruction

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SMART Goal (6): Increase CCR and GLP math proficiency in grades 3-5 as measured by the NC Math End of GradeAssessment in each grade level for the overall math composite and exceed EVAAS growth in 4th and5th grade math and for overall math. Increase GLP 3rd Grade math from 51.7 to 61.7, 4th Grade math49.3 to 61.7 5th Grade math from 37.3 to 59.3 and overall GLP math from 46.5 to 56.5. Increase CCR3rd Grade math from 37.9 to 47.9, 4th Grade math 40.3 to 47.9, 5th Grade math from 31.7 to 50.3 and overall CCR math from 36.9 to 46.9.

Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st-century learning environment for every child to graduate college- and career-ready


Data Used: NC End- of Grade Test Results, MAP data, EVASS growth, Insight Survey data, Exit Tickets,Benchmark Assessments



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1. Develop a coaching and instructionalcaseload to support teachers in PLCs and with teaching and learning.

5thgrade facilitator is dedicated to only 5th grade teachers (total of6)

Dean of students is dedicated to5th grade and shares coaching load with facilitator based on need

Principal meets with 5th grade facilitator weekly for a one onone 45 minute coaching session





Jenny Nelson 4th

Problem of practice instructionalrounds

Walkthrough data

Formal observation feedback

Peer observations

Coaching minutes

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report Principal meets with Dean of

students weekly for a one on one45 minute coaching session

Dean of students and principal attend weekly planning sessions

4th grade facilitator is dedicated to only 4th grade teachers (totalof 6)

4th grade facilitator meets with Assistant Principal weekly for a one on one 45 minute coaching session

Assistant principal meets with principal weekly for a one on one45 minute coaching session

Assistant principal attends weekly planning sessions

3rd grade facilitator dedicated to only 3rd grade teachers (total of7)

3rd grade facilitator meets weekly with 3rd grade administrator for a one on one 45 minute coaching session

3rd grade administrator meets weekly with the principal for weekly one on one 45 minute coaching session

3rd grade administrator attends weekly planning sessions

PL facilitator attends 3-5 plannings as needed

Grade Facilitator



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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report2. Provide instructional and support staff with professional developmenton close reading, academic discourse, DDI, and PersonalizedLearning and any other strategies that will support math instruction.

Shared resources from districtILT PD sessions

Early release day PDsessions

Wednesday staff meeting PDsessions

PD MondaysProvide instructional assistants with PD regarding the workshop model and Math InvestigationsPL facilitator providing PD on the 4 cornerstones of PL

District PL tours District PL coaching visits








Lisa Allred, District PL coach

MAP Data

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report3. Attend additional professionaldevelopment that will enhance teaching and learning, instructional practices, student achievement, and school culture.

Attend district MathConversations PDSolicit support from district specialist Gabr’l Stackhouse and Susan CopelandAdmission into Uncomplicating Math district PD cohort for 4th

and 5th grade teachers




Jen Boysko 3rd Grade Facilitator


Vanetia Howard 5th Grade Facilitator


MAP Data

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report4. Implement the instructionalplanning approach model (IPA) to school staff.

Facilitators and admin development and introduce the IPA model to staff using the weebly (cmsplc.weebly.com) and other resources.Identify the entry point (module) for each PLC based on grade level surveys.Provide professional development to each PLC based on the identified needs.Select appropriate staff to attend The Northeast Learning Community IPA trainings.Implement IPA professional development that has been provided within PLCs in an effort to influenceinstructional practices.Provide full and/or half day planning sessions for teaching staff.








MAP Data

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report5. Provide observation, coaching andfeedback to improve teacher practice.

Create a documented observation feedback cycle.

Attend professional developments on coaching andfeedback.

Assess the effectiveness of teacher practice based on Insight Survey results, school surveys, student achievement data, etc.

Utilize staff appropriately to provide math instructional support.

Invite Learning Community Superintendent and Executive Director to observe coaching and feedback sessions following instructional walkthroughs.





Jenny Nelson 4thGrade Facilitator



Steve EspositoExecutive Director

Charity Bell Learning Community Zone Superintendent

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report6. Maximize instructional timedevoted to math instruction.

Ensure a core math curriculum is being provided to address the common core standards.Utilize data to differentiate instruction for teacher leadsmall group during math workshop.Provide additional small group instruction beyond the core math and workshop time for students not showing mastery.Utilize flexible grouping among grade levelsUtilize the intervention block to provide targeted instruction to students








MAP Data

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report7. Evaluate the progress of subgroups (EC, LEP) to determinethe effectiveness of core and invention programs.

Utilize WIDA Can Do descriptors in planningsessionsIncorporate SIOP strategies in lesson deliveryESL/EC teacher attends planning and is assignedparticular grade levelsImplement EC contracted services agreement created inconjunction with the learningcommunity based on a comprehensive needs assessment









MAP Data

Common Assessments

Walkthrough Data


WIDA Can Do Descriptors

ELLevation usage

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report8. Refine the core and interventionprograms based on the various needs of the subgroup

Implementation of IPAmodel beginning with aclear understanding of what students need to knowConsistent use of unpacking documents for standards interpretationEnsure internal and external alignmentContent knowledge improved upon based on PD that addresses the rigorof standardsCreate complex tasks for students in conjunction to selecting complex textsDifferentiate lesson delivery based on classroomsubgroupsClear understanding of modifications and EC and ESL grading practicesProvide appropriate rigor for students performing above grade level








MAP Data

Common Assessments

Walkthrough Data


Intervention Block Utilized

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Mastery Grading Procedures Plan – Required for All SchoolsStrategic Plan Goal: Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st-century learning

environment for every child to graduate college- and career-ready.Strategic Plan Focus Area: II. Academic growth/high academic achievementData Used: CFA data, MAP data, Reading 3D/TRC data, exit tickets, Report Cards, Progress Reports



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PersonnelInvolved


1. Common Assessments (CFAs)At Newell we believe CFAs are a means of measuring student performance on skills that were taught or will be taught (as in a common pre- assessment).Additional items may be added to individualize theassessment, but score mustbe derived for the same items for each student by all teachers. (EC/ESL modifications needed)

Assessments created usingMastery Connect and SchoolNet aligned to objectivesQuarterly Common Assessments will be created and used each quarter


Jenny Nelson 4th

Grade Facilitator

Jen Boysko 3rd

Grade Facilitator

Amy Le K-2LiteracyFacilitator

Lori Disclafani K-2 MathFacilitator

Heather KlingerPL Facilitator

Item analysis reports inMastery Connect and SchoolNet

Full day plannings to plan instruction based on assessment results

Flexible grouping of students

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report2. Data disaggregation

Disaggregate student data into subpopulations and tracking them by the previous year’s cohort performance to support us in planning appropriate programs and measuring growthAcademic data will be monitored by standard/objective in order to facilitate appropriate research-based interventions

VanetiaHoward 5th Grade Facilitator




Lori Disclafani K-2 Math Facilitator


Data reports in MasteryConnect and School Net

Agendas in PLCs that ground data days in the creation of CFA’s

Full day planning to plan instruction based on assessment results

MAP Pathways document

Lesson differentiation

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report3. Flexible grouping

Will be used to provide an environment where students are grouped as a way to personalize instruction after reviewing relevant student data andconsidering learner profiles.As a PL school we strive to ensure that assessments are frequent, and that high- quality instruction is always provided, so that students are frequently moved into appropriate Instructional groups according to their needs.Develop a process of grouping students according to academic need by objective as well as social, emotional need

VanetiaHoward 5th Grade Facilitator




Lori Disclafani K-2 Math Facilitator


MAP Data

Dibels

TRC

EVASS Predictive Data

CFAs

Learning Style Inventory

Kindergarten EarlyAssessment (KEA)

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan Report4. Late and make-up work

School expectations will be communicated for holding students accountable for completing assignments in accordance with CMS expectationsLate and make-up work will be accepted by allteachers. Students who miss work because of absences, excused or unexcused will be allowed to make up work within five school days and will beinitiated by the teacherIf student was present in class on the due date, the work may be given less credit. Full credit will be given if the absence is excused. Unexcused absence make-up work may be given less credit.




Newell Staff Handbook withCMS board grading policies regarding late and make up homework.

EC and LEP grading practices are included.

Teachers receive PD regarding how to modify assignments

ILT reviews report cards and progress reports for fidelity to expectations

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2016-2017 Newell Elementary School Improvement Plan ReportApproval of Plan

Committee Position Name Signature DatePrincipal Lydia Fergison

Assistant Principal Representative Semeika Stewart

Teacher Representative Heather Klinger

Teacher Representative Pam Price

Teacher Representative Kimberly Parker

Teacher Representative Rebecca Dean

Teacher Representative Joana Loftis

Teacher Representative Erin Lindsay

Teacher Representative Yontii Wheeler

Teacher Representative Katie Pratt

Inst. Support Representative Beverly Camp

Teacher Assistant Representative Maggie McGowan

Parent Representative Chavon Carroll

Parent Representative Mary Walker

Parent Representative Kendra Alston

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