Our mission is to ensure that all students are successful learners. Adopted: November 5, 2007 Revised: November 9, 2009

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1 Our mission is to ensure that all students are successful learners Adopted: November 5, 2007 Revised: November 9, 2009

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS AURORA R-VIII SCHOOLS MISSION STATEMENT AURORA R-VIII SCHOOLS BELIEF STATEMENTS DESCRIPTION OF THE PLANNING PROCESS COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN COMMITTEE ANALYSIS OF INTERNAL/EXTERNAL FACTORS AURORA R-VIII STRENGTHS AND CHALLENGES PROGRAM IMPROVEMENTS CSIP GOALS AND STRATEGIES: STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT GOAL #1: All district students will consistently exceed Missouri averages in all subjects, grade levels, and student sub-groups on the Annual Performance Report. Strategy A: The district will utilize results of standardized tests and common assessments to improve instruction and provide additional support for all learners Strategy B: The district will develop and implement a high level of instructional expectations for staff and students FINANCIAL PLANNING GOAL #2: Maintain a sound fiscal plan for the long-term financial stability of the district budget. Strategy A: The district will develop and implement a formal financial plan for program changes to reduce costs and minimize the impact on the educational programs FACILITIES PLANNING GOAL #3: The district will maintain and establish state-of-the-art facilities and technology. Strategy A: The district will develop and implement a 3-5 year facility and technology plan addressing the facility and technology needs of the district IMPLEMENTING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION

3 AURORA R-VIII SCHOOLS MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to ensure that all students are successful learners. AURORA R-VIII SCHOOLS BELIEF STATEMENTS The community of Aurora R-VIII School District believes that: All children can learn. Schools must provide opportunities for success. Everyone deserves respect and everyone shows respect. The school district promotes a sense of community. Everyone has individual value. s are the most integral part of their children s education. All people should recognize the importance in high moral and ethical standards. The decision-making process should involve the stakeholders. The community must value education. Description of the Planning Process This Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) addresses concerns from meetings with parents, staff, patrons and students as well as data gathered from many sources by noting strategies that will help the district meet the needs of all students. The Comprehensive School Improvement Committee meets annually to discuss the district s strengths and areas of concern. The Committee monitors progress for each of the goals, analyzing the available data and making recommendations for improvement. The CSIP is presented to the Board of Education annually for review and approval. 2

4 2007 Comprehensive School Improvement Plan Committee* Member Rebecca Jung Chad Kessinger Krisha Kessinger Jeramie Grosenbacher Noelle Harmon Tammy Wallace Tony D Andrea Jay Lewis Dr. Dale Slagle Lucy Lyon Brenda Lakin Tiffany Means Carolyn Swartz Eric Seifried Dan Decker Kim Mobley Jill Garoutte Bill Kirby Christi Thomas Ben Abramovitz Paula Seal Emily Neyer Sandra Thrasher Katie Speight Teresa Murphy Representing Community Member Superintendent Assistant Superintendent Special Services Director Board Member Board Member Board Member High School Principal High School Teacher High School Teacher Junior High Principal Junior High Teacher Robinson Intermediate Principal Robinson Elementary Principal Robinson Elementary Teacher Pate Early Childhood Principal Pate Early Childhood Teacher K-12 English Language Learners *2009 Committee: Debbie Keener, parent; Jeramie Grosenbacher, parent; Paula Johnson, parent; Gayle Heath, parent; Ann Meyer, parent; Delia Cunningham, parent; Carolyn Swartz, Board member; Debbie Brechbuhler, teacher; Sandra Thrasher, Pate Principal; Sherri Lewis, teacher; David Miller, HS Principal; Don Wright, IT Tech; Karla Shiveley, 3

5 teacher; Gary Crim, teacher; Christi Thomas, teacher; Julie Chappell, teacher; Lucy Lyon, Assistant Superintendent; Brenda Lakin, Special Services Director; Dan Decker, Superintendent Internal Analysis Sources of internal assessment data Analysis of Internal/External Factors District Evaluation of programs Staff Surveys Achievement assessment results Disaggregated MAP scores Dropout data Persistence to graduation data Attendance data Professional Development Plan Career Ladder Plan Title I School Wide Plan Consolidated Federal Grants Application Safe and Drug Free Schools Survey results External Analysis Sources of external assessment data MSIP Review report Demographic data Technology surveys State and Federal requirements District Annual Performance Report District Special Education Annual Performance Report 4

6 Aurora R-VIII Strengths and Challenges Strengths: Challenges: 1. Qualified and dedicated staff 2. Commitment to providing quality education 3. Large offering of credits at the high school and exploratory classes for 7 th -8 th grades 4. Strong benefit package for employees 5. Wide variety of extracurricular and co-curricular activities 6. Comprehensive Special Education program that is highly integrated with regular education 7. School district has strong support of the community 8. Commitment to providing a safe environment 9. Up-to-date transportation system 10. Effective s as Teachers program 11. Strong commitment to long term building program 12. District wide parent-teacher communication 13. Wide variety of vocational offerings 14. Special Education forms and etc. web-based to reduce paper work and increase efficiency 15. Articulation agreement with Ozark Technical College to provide options for college bound students 16. Opportunity to access dual credit 17. Large number of vocational students are placed or are continuing education 18. Commitment to continue low staff to student ratio 19. Review of district s CSIP 1. At risk children 2. Persistence to graduation especially in special education 3. Academic achievement in MAP areas especially subgroups of ELL and special education 4. Drop out rate especially in special education 5. Influx of transient, low income or non-english speaking students 6. Handicap accessibility at the Central Office classrooms 7. Adequate facility space for physical education at Robinson Elementary and Intermediate 5

7 Great strides have been made over the past ten years in the following areas: 1. Professional development provided the staff with help to integrate differentiated instructional strategies into their instruction. 2. District provided training for new teachers and others in Step Up to Writing. 3. Attendance at summer school was recommended for students reading more than one grade level below grade placement. 4. The district attempted to ensure that the DESE state standards for teacher/student ratio were followed. 5. The district continued to research scientific based interventions for students reading below grade level (i.e. looping, Reading Recovery, etc.). 6. The district has implemented a district-operated preschool program. 7. The district utilizes the Southwest Area Career Center to meet the needs of all students. 8. At each attendance center, transitional activities have been planned for new students. 9. At each attendance center, transitional activities were provided between grade levels and buildings. 10. Eighth graders have completed a proposed high school course plan by the end of each year. 11. The district and attendance centers publicized the importance of good attendance. 12. All buildings focused on positive building climates and incentive programs to maintain a high level of attendance (i.e. test exemptions on finals, academic achievement awards, etc.). 13. The effectiveness of incentive programs was reviewed quarterly with revisions as needed. 14. Curriculum aligned to Missouri Standards 15. Focused professional development to meet the needs of the staff 6

8 STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT Goal # 1: All district students will consistently exceed Missouri averages in all subjects, grade levels, and student sub-groups on the Annual Performance Report. Measurable Objective: District students (including NCLB designated sub-groups of economically disadvantaged, major racial and ethnic groups, students with disabilities, and ELL students) will exceed Missouri averages in all subjects, grade levels, and student subgroups on the Annual Performance Report (MAP, End-of-course exams, ACT, Advance Course Enrollment, Career Education Course Enrollment, College Placement, Graduation Rate, and Attendance Rate). How Objective will be measured: Annual Performance Report results will be analyzed. Strategy: A) The district will utilize results of standardized tests and common assessments to improve instruction and provide additional support for all learners. Standard/ Indicator Action Number Action to be Taken 6.2.2, 1 Require and monitor progress on the development of 6.2, power standards/essential skills, pacing guides, and, at a minimum, 4 common assessments for each subject area and grade level Fully implement a comprehensive intervention system to improve the performance of students who are struggling Research best practices, recommend, and implement opportunities for accelerated curriculum for students Person Responsible Asst. Supt. Staff Supt. Asst. Supt Staff Start Date Date Completed Funding Sources 11/08 05/10 PD funds District funds Title Funds 1/09 05/10 District funds PD Funds Federal Funds 1/10 08/10 District funds PDC funds 7

9 STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT Strategy: B) The district will develop and implement a high level of instructional expectations for staff and students. Standard/ Indicator Action Number Action to be Taken 6.2.3, Implement program changes for the English language learners 6.2.3, 6.3, , Implement program changes for the special education students 3 Research, recommend, and implement program changes targeting potential drop-outs with an emphasis on appropriate and timely intervention 6.3.3, Research, recommend, and implement alternative programming and scheduling to meet the needs of all students (accelerated curriculum/basic curriculum) Person Responsible Asst. Supt ELL teacher Asst. Supt. Spec. Ed. Director Staff Staff Asst. Supt. Teachers Start Date Date Completed Funding Sources 1/10 5/10 District Funds Federal funds 1/10 5/10 District funds PD funds Federal funds 1/10 08/10 District funds Federal funds 1/10 08/10 District funds IDEA funds PD funds 8

10 FINANCIAL PLANNING Goal # 2: Maintain a sound fiscal plan for the long-term financial stability of the district budget. Measurable Objective: The district will develop a budget plan to address rising costs and future priorities. How Objective will be measured: Establish a 3-year budget plan. Strategy: A) The district will develop and implement a formal financial plan for program changes to reduce costs and minimize the impact on the educational programs. Standard/ Indicator Action Number Action to be Taken 8.5, The district will establish a comprehensive 3- year district-wide financial plan that will include program changes to reduce costs while maintaining a highly qualified staff and providing a solid education for all students. Person Responsible Bd. of Ed. Supt. Start Date Funding Date Completed Sources 1/10 05/10 District funds 9

11 FACILITIES PLANNING Goal # 3: The district will establish and maintain state-of-the-art facilities and technology. Measurable Objective: A 5-year plan will be developed and implemented on long- and short-range facility and technology priorities for the district. How Objective will be measured: The district will establish the priorities and monitor the progress of long- and short-range facility and technology needs. Strategy: A) The district will develop and implement a 3-5 year facility and technology plan addressing the facility and technology needs of the district. Standard/ Indicator Action Number Action to be Taken Person Responsible Start Date Date Completed Funding Sources Generate a long-range technology plan to identify short- and long-term technology priorities for the district for the next 5 years. Supt Tech Director 1/10 05/10 District funds 6.7, Integrate and implement technology into the curriculum at all levels. 8.10, Revise Facility Plan to include potential projects for the next five years with cost projections. Asst. Supt. Staff Asst. Supt. Staff 1/10 08/10 District Funds Federal funds 1/10 08/10 District Funds Federal funds 10

12 Implementing, Monitoring and Evaluation The Aurora R-VIII Board of Education implemented the original Comprehensive School Improvement Plan following approval on November 5, An annual review and revision of the CSIP is the responsibility of the CSIP committee as listed in this document. The review will occur in the fall of each year. During the review, the committee will examine information related to accomplishment of the goals and strategies outlined in the CSIP. In addition to reports from district administrators, questionnaires and surveys will be utilized to obtain input. Groups surveyed could include parents, students, teachers, community members and business leaders. Any needed revisions will be recommended by the committee. A revised CSIP will be presented to the Board of Education for their approval each year. 11