2012 - 2013Continuous School Improvement Plan

Luella Elementary

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Henry County School System MissionCommitted to Ensuring Success for Each Student

Henry County School System Visionfrom GOOD ...Ensuring Each Student Meets or Exceeds Grade Level Performance Standards

to GREAT ... Ensuring Each Student Graduates High School Prepared for Further Learning

Henry County School System 2011-2016 Strategic Plan GoalsFocus Area Strategic Goal 1 Strategic Goal 2

Student AchievementIncrease the high school graduation rate and improve achievement on indicators

of college and career readiness

Ensure student mastery of Georgia Performance Standards and

increase achievement at advanced levels of proficiency

Culture, Climate and Community Create a safe, orderly and supportive environment for learning and teaching

Strengthen communication and collaboration with employees,

students, parents and the community

Quality Assurance

Build the capacity of teachers, leaders and support personnel to produce continuous

improvement in student, school and district performance

Maximize the impact of district resources upon student

achievement and ensure responsible and transparent stewardship

Henry County Schools Board MembersMr. Brian Preston, Chair

Mr. Erik Charles, Vice ChairMr. Ryan Davis, Board MemberDr. Pam Nutt, Board Member

Mr. Charles Vickery, Board MemberDr. Ethan Hildreth, Superintendent

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Statement of Quality Assurance

Effective and timely use of data allows systems to make decisions to best utilize those interventions that are having a positive impact on student achievement. To ensure that school improvement stakeholders have a common understanding regarding the development and implementation of the Continuous School Improvement Plan prior to its approval, each party is asked to carefully review this section and the plan in its entirety.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Integration of AdvancED (SACS CASI) and Georgia DOE School KeysThe following standards are incorporated and adhered to in this CSIP document

AdvancED (SACS CASI)Accreditation Standards

Vision and PurposeGovernance and Leadership

Teaching and LearningDocumenting and Using ResultsResources and Support Systems

Stakeholder Communications and RelationshipsCommitment to Continuous Improvement

Georgia School Key StrandsCurriculum

AssessmentInstruction

Planning and OrganizationStudent, Family and Community

Professional LearningLeadership

School Culture

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

School Improvement Plan Team MembersName Position/Title

Dr. Carla Montgomery PrincipalMichelle Wagner Assistant Principal

Michelle Thompson Kindergarten ChairPattie Patrick First Grade Chair/ School Council

Lynn Whitworth Second Grade ChairMelissa Pierce Third Grade ChairTammy Milner Fourth Grade ChairBecky Hawk Fifth Grade ChairEileen Brown ELA / Reading Chair

Odessa Brooks Math ChairJennifer Burton Science Chair

Twyla Youngblood Attendance MonitorEmily Holzman Counselor

Tina Smith CounselorSusan Freeman Media Specialist

Dr. Buddy Perstrophe School Council, ChairSam Fleet School Council, Co- Chair

Elizabeth Greenwood PTO / School CouncilJimmy Wood School Council Teacher RepresentativeRobert Payne School Council

Savannah Wood Student Council, PresidentPeyton Martin Student Council, Vice President

Josh Perstrophe Student Council, Secretary

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

School Mission, Vision, and Goals

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VisionWhat is our image of a successful school for our stakeholders?

Guidance: Our mission is to nurture Learners to Exceed Standards by working hand in hand.

MissionHow will we make our vision a reality?

Guidance: Our vision is to educate students to be the best they can be… Behave responsibly Exceed expectations Scholarship first Teamwork alwaysthrough Rigor, Relevance, and Relationships!

GoalsWhat standards guide our mission?

Guidance: Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative Assessments (CFAs), AR, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, ALEKS, and/or G-KIDS.

Indicators: On the 2012 CRCT, Luella Elementary will: decrease the percent of student not meeting expectations on the

CRCT Math from 11.6% to 9%; in the subgroup of SWD decrease the percent of student not

meeting expectations on the CRCT Math from 21.1% to 15%; decrease the percent of student not meeting expectations on the

CRCT R/ELA from 6.4% to 4% in the subgroup of SWD decrease the percent of student not

meeting expectations on the CRCT R/ELA from 18.4% to 14%

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Professional Learning : 1.3, 1.5, 2.2, 2.6, 3.3

Instructional: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 3.1, 3.3

Curriculum : 2.2, 3.2

1. School-wide Data team to collect and disaggregate ELA/Reading data to improve student achievement.

a. Team examines CRCT data, GRASP data, CFA data, Fountas and Pinnell and student work to determine areas of success or improvement.

b. Recommend strategies to support student improvement.

c. Continue to monitor student achievement.

September – May 2011/12

No cost to implement

AdministratorsBLT MembersLeadership TeamTeachersCounselorsMedia Specialist

Plans & Agenda from Team MeetingsData WallSign-in SheetsWeekly TeamMeeting Notebook

Administrators and teachers are able to articulate findings in educational research that can be used to improve instruction. The findings of the research will also be used to guide professional learning, identify student and teacher needs, and impact the overall effectiveness of the school. Students will benefit from classrooms where instruction is focused and adjusted to the needs of students.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Instruction2.32.42.5

Assessment1.11.21.3

2. Utilize both whole group and small, flexible group instruction to teach fluency, decoding with meaning, comprehension and word study in all classrooms.

a. Vocabulary word journalsb. DGPc. Weekly assessmentd. Introduce vocabulary

associated with standardized test(s) / leveled word list

August – May 2011- 2012

No cost to implement

AdministratorsTeachers

Conferencing NotebookLesson PlansWord WallsAnchor ChartsWriting portfolios

Teachers can show examples of diagnostic and formative assessments that have been used to determine flexible groups. Students will be able to share ways that groups change in class. Also, students will share their choice of assignments are often allowed, and are able to give examples.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Assessment1.11.21.31.42.12.22.32.4Instruction2.1

3. Identify ways collaboration with student & faculty can increase achievement of students in all classrooms.

a. Post student work with teacher commentary related to the standard.

b. EQ & standard posted reflecting current instruction.

c. Conferencing (teacher and student)

Weekly Team meetings

August – May 2011- 2012

No cost to implement

TeachersSpecials TeachersMedia SpecialistAdministration

Lesson PlansPosted EQ & StandardConferencing NotebookStudent workTeam Minutes

Teachers know what to teach, utilize pacing charts, and can articulate progress made by their students. Teachers can support each other to improve instruction and learning. Students can articulate the focus of the lesson and are able to answer the essential questions for the day and or the unit.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Student, Family, Community1.11.21.31.4

4. Parent workshops and classes to help parents gain an understanding of the reading curriculum and strategies.

a. School-wide parent workshop before PTO meetings

b. Parent meetingsc. Dads and Doughnutsd. Moms and Muffins

November – May 2011- 2012

$800 for doughnuts and muffins provided for initial parent meeting

CounselorsTeachersAdministrationSchool Council members

Sign-In SheetAgenda

Parents and teachers can articulate how they communicate on a regular basis. Parents are aware of the standards that their child is working on in class in all subject areas.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Instruction1.11.21.3

Assessment1.21.31.4

5. School-wide BLT to collect and disaggregate Writing data to improve student achievement.

a. Team examines GWA data, mock writing, and student work to determine areas of success or improvement.

b. Recommend strategies to support student achievement.

Monitor student achievement by utilizing the mock writing assessment reporting form.

August – May 2011- 2012

No cost to implement

TeachersAdministrationSpecials teachersCounselors

Plans & agenda from team meetingsData roomSign-in SheetsConferencing NotebookWriting Reporting FormStudent profile sheet

Administrators and teachers are able to articulate findings in educational research that can be used to improve instruction. The findings of the research will also be used to guide professional learning, identify student and teacher needs, and impact the overall effectiveness of the school. Students will benefit from classrooms where instruction is focused and adjusted to the needs of students.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Assessment1.11.21.31.4

6. Utilize school-wide mock writing assessments with rubric three times in 2011-12.

October – May 2011- 2012

No cost to implement

All K-5 general ed. and special ed. writing teachers Administration

Student WorkRubricAssessment DataConferencing NotebooksStudent profile sheets

Administrators, teachers, parents, and students can articulate the strengths and weaknesses identified in student’s writing. Students can articulate the improvement that they have made in writing and understand the connection that writing makes in all subject areas. The BLT team will track student progress in writing.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Instruction 1.2 2.1

7. Use qualitative data and staff members’ expertise to develop a school wide writing plan (that utilizes 6 + 1 Traits of Writing) for implementation writing instruction.Participate in job-embedded professional learning focusing on writing genres, 6 + 1 traits, standards, and trait-based rubrics.

August – May 2011- 2012

$1,000 for 6+1 Writing Traits books

TeachersRobbin Dykes, School Improvement SpecialistDr. MontgomeryBLTBeth Scarboro – LA Coordinator

Writing JournalStudent WorkStaff surveyPeer observationsTeacher commentary on student work samples

Administrators, teachers, parents, and students can articulate the strengths and weaknesses identified in student’s writing. Students can articulate the improvement that they have made in writing and understand the connection that writing makes in all subject areas.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Assessment 1.2 2.4

Instruction 2.3

8. Students writing will be integrated in all content and fine arts areas. Creative Cubs time will be used to enhance writing across the curriculum opportunities.

August – May 2011- 2012

$500 for Creative Cub supplies

TeachersSpecials teachersMedia SpecialistAdministrationCounselors

Lesson PlansPerformance TasksConference notesCompleted rubricsStudent Writing PortfoliosTeacher commentary

Administrators, teachers, parents, and students can articulate the strengths and weaknesses identified in student’s writing. Students can articulate the improvement that they have made in writing and understand the connection that writing makes in all subject areas.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement Reading / ELA data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in English-Language Arts/Reading each year.

*Individual growth targets will be set based on multiple sources of student achievement such as Common Formative Assessments, STAR, Georgia Writing Assessments, AR, GRASP, Fountas and Pinnell, CRCT and/or GKIDS.All students will raise achievement in Reading/ LA on the CRCT from 93.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 95% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 81.6% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 85% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Reading/LA on the CRCT from 91.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 94% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding

Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Instruction2.22.32.7

Professional Learning1.4

9. Available technology will be used to enrich or enhance learning and teaching for both students and teachers integrate curriculum.

August – May 2011- 2012

$5,000 for Interactive ProjectorDocument Cameras LCD Projectors and Active Slates

All K-5 general education , paraprofessional, special education teachers and paraprofessionals, Ann Armstrong- Technology DepartmentAdministration

Lesson plansMeeting notesStudent performance tasksStudent work samples

Student achievement will increase as students are actively engaged in the lesson and teachers research and implement the 21st Century best practices for all subjects.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement math data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s):Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.

*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2%meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Curriculum1.22.12.23.1

1. School-wide Math team to collect and disaggregate Math data to improve student achievement.

a. Team examines CRCT data, GRASP/CFA data, and student work to determine areas of successful or improvement.

b. Recommend strategies to support student achievement.

Continue to monitor student achievement.

September – May 2011 - 2012

$800 for Challenge 24 cards

Math Team Leadership TeamAdministrationTeachers

Plans & Agenda from Math and Leadership Team MeetingsData RoomSign-in Sheets

Administrators and teachers are able to articulate findings in educational research that can be used to improve instruction. The findings of the research will also be used to guide professional learning, identify student and teacher needs, and impact the overall effectiveness of the school. Students will benefit from classrooms where instruction is focused and adjusted to the needs of students.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement math data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s):Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.

*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2%meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding Sources, and

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student LearningArtifacts Evidence

Instruction2.32.42.5

2. Utilize both whole group and small, flexible group instruction within the classroom.

September – May 2011 - 2012

No cost to implement

All TeachersSpecials Teachers

Lesson plansConferencing notes with studentsMath lab lesson plans

Teachers can show examples of diagnostic and formative assessments that have been used to determine flexible groups. Students will be able to share ways that groups change in class. Also, students will share their choice of assignments are often allowed, and are able to give examples.

Instruction2.6

3. Use of math Exemplars/ math problem solving strategies school-wide weekly.

September – May 2011 - 2012

No cost to implement

All TeachersSpecials Teachers

Lesson PlansPosted Student WorkExemplarsProblem solving notebooks

Administrators, teachers, parents, and students can articulate the challenges presented in the exemplars. Students can articulate the improvement that they have made in thinking through math problems.

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School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement math data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s):Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.

*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2%meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding Sources, and

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student LearningArtifacts Evidence

Curriculum1.11.22.1Instruction1.11.21.32.1

4. Continue use of “best practice” teaching strategies during each day

a. Each student will maintain daily problem-solving math journals.

b. Weekly math vocabulary word wall.

c. Post student work with teacher commentary & standard.

d. EQ & standard posted reflecting current instruction.

September – May 2011 - 2012

No cost to implement

All TeachersSpecials Teachers

Conferencing NotebookMath JournalWord WallAnchor ChartsGRASP Action PlansMath Lab lesson plans

Teachers can articulate how their classroom practice was enhanced by the feedback of observations. Students can identify their next steps toward meeting the standard(s) as a result of the best practices utilize during instruction.

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 18 of 26

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Curriculum1.11.22.1Instruction1.11.21.32.1

Continued

a. Utilize manipulatives to increase student understanding of math concepts

Utilize math exemplars to increase higher order thinking skills.

September – May 2011 - 2012

No cost to implement

All TeachersSpecials TeachersAdministration

Conferencing NotebookMath JournalWord WallAnchor ChartsGRASP Action PlansMath Lab lesson plans

Teachers can articulate how their classroom practice was enhanced by the feedback of observations. Students can identify their next steps toward meeting the standard(s) as a result of the best practices utilize during instruction.

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 19 of 26

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

Professional Learning1.11.21.31.41.51.6Instruction1.11.2

5. Continue use of collaboration and student-centered activities to increase achievement of students

a. Math competitionsb. Hands-on

manipulativesc. Math gamesd. Math/Science Nighte. Math incentives

September – May 2011 - 2012

$ 500 for supplies

All TeachersSpecials TeachersAdministration

ConferencingMath Lab lesson plansLesson plansWebsiteFlyersNotes

Teachers can articulate how they communicate on a regular basis. Parents are aware of the standards that their child is working on in class in all subject areas. Parents have access to a variety of tools to assist their child in grasping key math concepts

Instruction1.11.21.32.12.2

6. Implementation and monitoring for achievement of Special needs students through the Math Project GLRS. Increase students’ access to ALEX by having a Breakfast Club, March Madness Saturday Classes, and remediation sessions weekly.

September – May 2011- 2012

No Cost to implement

SPED teachers and paraprofessionalsAdministrationClassroom teachers

Student data Student achievement shown on ALEKS assessments, standardized testing and GRASP

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 20 of 26

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

InstructionSBI 1.3Professional Learning1.21.5School Culture1.11.5

7. School-wide implementation of differentiated instruction.

September – May 2011- 2012

No Cost to implement

All TeachersSpecials Teachers

Administration

Observation forms Teachers can articulate how their classroom practice was enhanced by the feedback of their peers. Students can identify their next steps toward meeting the standard(s) as a result of the best practices utilized during instruction.

Assessment 2.4

Instruction 1.2 2.2

8. Collaboratively create common formative assessments (25 Q) every nine weeks. Incorporate higher order thinking questions and/or performance tasks in CFA. Analyze student performance by conducting an item analysis by teacher and grade. Discuss results in collaborative meetings and adjust instruction as needed.

August – May 2011- 2012

$2,000 for subs for collaborative planning-PL funds

All K-5 general education and special education math teachersDr. Montgomery

CFAs (25 Questions)Item Analysis formsGrade level agendas Meeting minutes

Teachers can articulate the progress of their students and adjust instruction as needed. Students will set learning targets and work to meet or exceed the standards.

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 21 of 26

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

Instruction 2.3 2.6

9. Participate in job-embedded professional learning (Formative assessments, technology, best practices for math instruction, math/ reading connection) to design and implement differentiated instruction in math.

August – May 2011- 2012

No cost to implement

All K-5 general education and special education math teachersAnn Armstrong- Technology DepartmentAdministration

Grade level agendas Meeting minutes

Teachers will utilize differentiated instruction and flexible grouping strategies. Teachers will collaborate to research and implement teaching and learning strategies integrating technology, math and literature. Quick assessments will be used to gage who understands or needs more help on skills.

Instruction 2.3 2.6

10. Teachers will collaboratively plan in order to integrate science and math, as appropriate in the curriculum. The 4th and 5th grades Science and K- 5 math labs will be used to enrich and enhance lessons.

September – May 2011- 2012

$2,500 for math lab supplies and assemblies

All teachersSpecial Education teachers

Lesson plansMeeting notesLab performance tasks

Student achievement will increase as students are actively engaged in the lesson and teachers research and implement the 21st Century best practices for all subjects.

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 22 of 26

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

Focus Area:Create a safe, orderly and supportive environment for learning and teaching.

Measureable Goal(s):Bus and office referrals will decrease for the 2011-2012 school year. Bus referrals will decrease by 6% from prior academic year and class referrals will decrease 10% from previous academic year. The total number of students’ absences will decrease by 25% during the 2011 – 2012 school year.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 23 of 26

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

Student Family Community1.21.4

School Culture1.4

Behavior support plan will be developed for students with multiple discipline referrals. Plans include the following:small group counseling, behavior plans, parental involvement, check-in/checkout times with student, mentoring, referrals to SST, and/or behavioral specialist referral

August 2011-May 2012

$0 CounselorsTeachersParentsAdministration

Behavior plansSmall group counseling logsParent conference logMentor logsSST referralsBehavior specialist referralsSpecial Education teachers attendance in Collaborative Problem Solving workshop on Nov. 8th

Student behavior will improve allowing students to remain in classroom and therefore increase student achievement.

Student, Family Community1.12.1

School Culture1.11.21.31.4

Implement a school wide lunchroom incentive program that rewards appropriate behavior and students demonstrating their personal BEST.

August 2011-May 2012

$30 for ice cream or slushy incentives for the 2011- 2012 school year

ParaprofessionalsTeachersParentsAdministration

“You Rock” Behavior incentive slips

Students will demonstrate their personal best behavior while dining in the school’s café.

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 24 of 26

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

Focus Area:Create a safe, orderly and supportive environment for learning and teaching.

Measureable Goal(s):Bus and office referrals will decrease for the 2011-2012 school year. Bus referrals will decrease by 6% from prior academic year and class referrals will decrease 10% from previous academic year. The total number of students’ absences will decrease by 25% during the 2011 – 2012 school year.

School Keys Strands and Standards

Actions, Strategies, and Interventions Timeline

Estimated Costs and Funding Sources, and Resources

Person(s) Responsible

Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and Impact on Student Learning

Artifacts Evidence

School Culture 1.1 1.3 1.4 2.1

Student, Family, and Community1.1

Implement an attendance incentive program which includes classroom recognition and individual incentives.

August 2011-May 2012

$300 for supplies CounselorsHomeroom teachersSunshine committee membersAdministrationAttendance ClerkSocial Worker

Meeting notesAttendance reports

Student behavior will improve allowing students to remain in classroom and therefore increase student achievement.

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 25 of 26

School Name: Luella E lementary School Principal Name: Dr. Carla Montgomery School Year: 2012-2013

Focus Area: All teachers will implement data-driven, standards-based grade level GPS instruction.

Measureable Goal(s): Each student will achieve 85% or more of his or her individual growth targets* in all content areas each academic year.*Individual growth targets will be set on multiple sources of student achievement such as CRCT, Common Formative assessments (CFAs), STAR, First In Math, ALEKS, GRASP, and/or G-KIDS.All students will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 88.6 % meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 90 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Students with Disabilities will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 78.9% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 83 % meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

o Economically Disadvantaged will raise achievement in Math on the CRCT from 86.2% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2011 to 88.2% meeting or exceeding standard by the end of SY2012 as measured by the CRCT.

Continuous School Improvement Plan page 26 of 26