School Culture Presentation

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St. John School andClass CultureBy Shane MurchisonStudent Teaching Seminar

School and Class Culture Presentation

Professor Patricia Dickenson

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History In 1772, Franciscan Father Juan Crespi, celebrated Mass near a swamp that

would one day become Lake Merritt in Oakland.

Mission San Jose would remain the only Catholic parish on the opposite

coast from San Francisco, for the next 64 years.

In 1869, St. Paul Church in San Pablo was named the first parish in the present

Contra Costa County.

Due to the rapid growth in population throughout northern California in 1962,

the Holy See carved three new dioceses Oakland, Santa Rosa, and Stockton from the Archdiocese of San Francisco. This is how we know the Diocese to

be today

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Facts 5 shepherds of the diocese :

Bishop Begin (1962-77), Bishop John Cummins (1977-2003), Bishop Allen Vigneron (2003-09),

Bishop Salvatore Cordileone (2009-2012), and Bishop Brunett

46 elementary schools

9 high schools

32nd largest Diocese in the United States

4th largest in California.

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Demographics-2012

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St. John Catholic School

We foster enthusiasm for life-long learning. St. John motto

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Mission Statement-"Catholic Schools in theDiocese of Oaklandeducate children in theCatholic faithand nurture their minds,

bodies, and souls,inspiring them to live theGospel of Jesus Christ,achieve their highestacademic and creative

potential, and activelyserve and enrich thecommunity."

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Site Facts Located 270 E. Lewelling Blvd. San Lorenzo, CA 94580

WASC and WCEA accredited private school which provides educationservices from Pre-Kindergarten-8th grade

Nominated for Best in the Bay (K-8th) by Kron 4 news

Use both California state and common core standard for lesson planning

and ongoing student assessment Before/After School Extension Program (SEP)

Library, Music, Art, Spanish, and Computer Classes (for all grades)

Roughly 260 students

School colors are green and white

Mascot: Shamrocks

Celebrate religious holidays, and events

Faculty meetings held every Wednesday after dismissal Pre K-5th attend P.E twice per week

6th-8th attend P.E. once per week

Students participate in service learning projects and events

Student with IEP and 504s receive extra services provided from thefaculty and a learning specialist

Hold student of the month awards ceremonies monthly

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St. John Facilities

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Playground

Multiple Blacktop areas

C.Y.O. gym

Church

Library

Computer lab


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St. John Organization Structure

Staff

Principle

Vice principle

3 Pastors

2 office clerks

10 homeroom teachers

3 elective/Art teachers

3 instructional assistants

1 learning specialist

1 librarian

1 student counselor

3 after school instructors (SEP)

Communication Branch

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St John Leadership

Principal Schwartz

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Mrs. Schwartz is a product of Catholic

education and attended St. Joachim and

Moreau Catholic High School. She has

worked in the Diocese of Oakland for 12

years as a teacher, Vice Principal, and

Principal.

Strong believer in lifelong commitment

to learning

Humanistic in nature

Maintains high expectations for both

students and staff

Emphasize the development of the

whole child including intellectual,

spiritual, social, physical, emotional,

and psychological well-being Strives to evaluate each teacher

performance and provide valuable

feedback

Enthusiastic about advocating and

sharing her love for the Catholic faith


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St. John Parish

Demographics-2012

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St. John TeachersMore than 200 studies have shown that the most significant factor in improving student

learning is a knowledgeable and skillful teacher (Wong,2009, pg. 330)

The greatest asset of a school is its people, (Wong, 2009, p.22).

Unique to St. John

Highly qualified

Accommodating Flexible

Common beliefs , values and goals

Teach to California state and common

core standards

Works to high expectations of the

administration and Oakland Diocese Committed to lifelong learning

Strive to raise the standard for

student learning.

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ITPS Testing Iowa Testing Programs (ITP) is a research, development, and outreach unit in

the College of Education at the University of Iowa. ITPs mission is to pursue: Ongoing assessment of student progress

Differentiate assessment techniques so more academic success can be achieved.

Provide schools with results which demonstrate whether they have made AYP.

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Uses at St. John Assessing AYP

Drive future instruction

Hold teachers accountable for student

learning and progression from one year

to the next

To help with the development ofnecessary implications to accommodate

student needs

Identify areas where both class and

individual struggle and need additional

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ITBS at St. John-2012

Testing areas for lower levels(1st-5th grade)

Reading

Writing

Vocabulary

Word analysis Listening

Math

Computation

Social studies

Science

Testing areas for upper levels(6th-8th)

Reading

Writing

Vocabulary

Spelling Capitalization

Punctuation

Word analysis

Listening

Math

Computation

Social studies

Science

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St. John Daily life School hours are from 8:00 to 2:50 (Wednesdays

are early dismissal at 2:30)

School starts with daily routine including thepledge of allegiance and morning prayers

Prayers are said throughout the day (morningroutine, lunch, end of the day, during a tragedy,faith families, retreats, religious activities, etc.)

Students have daily recess (15 minutes)

Attend weekly mass (every Wednesday 8:30am)

Participate in mandatory silent reading

PreK-5th attend P.E twice per week

6th-8th attend P.E. once per week

All grade levels attend art, Spanish, and musicweekly

Students participate in service learning projectsand events

Student with IEP and 504s receive extra servicesprovided from the faculty and a learning specialist

Hold student of the month awards ceremoniesmonthly

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Extracurricular Activities

C.Y.O sports

Basketball, volleyball,softball, cheerleading,track and field, crosscountry

School Extension Program(SEP)

Free play

Organized games andactivities

Computer lab time Mathletics

Spellcity

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St. John School and Class Culture

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Schools that are effective have a

culture that is based on their beliefs and

practices (Wong & Wong, 2009, pg.

328)

The greatest asset of a school is its

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St. John Culturethe way we do things- Schwartz

Creating Positive School Culture: Why is St. John Culture Unique?

Catholic Schools Week

Caritas (retreats)

Faith families

CYO participation

Student counsel

Service learning

Religious holidays

Lent

Mass

Prayers

PTG meetings

Communions

Weekly staff meetings

Communal beliefs, values and goals

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Personnel

Mrs. Schwartz

Faculty

Students

Parents

Community members

Church members

How does it get done?

Enthusiasm Leadership

Professional development

Commitment

Keeping clear vision about what

we value and believe is important


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St. John Class Goals

A student inspired by Christ who

Develops an understanding for the Christian

faith and church teachings

Lives the Gospel message, participates in

prayer and liturgical opportunities, and exhibits

moral values and integrity

Establishes a person relationship with Jesus

and follows His example Practices forgiveness

An effective communicator who

Listens critically and compassionately to the

ideas of others

Accepts constructive criticism Utilizes both written and oral expression,

provides examples of organization, proper

grammar mechanics and form

Uses technology to acquire and disseminate

information

A life-long learner who

works both cooperatively and independently

curious and shows enthusiasm for learning

Uses higher level of thinking processes

Demonstrates age-appropriate mastery of

basic curriculum, skills and concepts

Uses technology for learning and enjoyment

Is aware of current events and global issues

A socially aware student who

Takes responsibility for his/her actions

Practices environmental awareness

resolving conflicts humanisticly and

peacefully

A healthy, well-rounded individual who

appreciates and values the skills and talents

of others

Pursues physical fitness and Incorporates

good health habits into an everyday routine

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Resources/ Citations

Wong, H. & Wong, R. (2009). The first days of school: How to

be an effective teacher. Mountain View, CA, Harry K. Wong

Publications, Inc.

St. John Catholic School (March, 1st, 2013) retrieved from

http://www.stjohncatholicschool.org/ Iowa Testing Programs (ITP) (March 3rd, 2013). Riverside

Publishing Company.retrieved from

http://itp.education.uiowa.edu/Default.aspx

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