Eddy Elementary School School Improvement Plan 2016-2018
Eddy Elementary School School Council Members Chairperson/Principal Staff Representatives Parent Representatives Community Representative School Committee Liaison Joanna Hughes Cynthia Eldredge Kristine Viprino Beth Barber Becky Fischer Christine Conrad Claire Gradone Jessica Larsen Brewster School Committee - Members Chairperson Vice-Chairperson Member Member Member David Telman Marie Enochty Claire Gradone Jessica Larsen Bob Miller Nauset Public Schools Mission & Vision Statements Mission & Vision: We exist to educate each student to the highest attainable levels of academic excellence, social responsibility, and cultural awareness. Our vision is to be an exemplary public school system. That is, the Nauset Schools will continue to set standards of teaching practice at optimum levels of effectiveness. Nauset s member communities provide the resources necessary to achieve this vision. The Nauset Schools are accountable to those communities for excellent educational practice and student achievement. This partnership requires the commitment of students, parents, and staff in an educational contract which acknowledges concerted efforts by all. School Council Mission Statement Our purpose as the School Council is to responsibly assess all factors affecting the educational needs of the children in Eddy Elementary School. Based upon this assessment, the Eddy School Council will review and develop goals annually that address our educational policies and facility, strive to maximize each student s academic performance, encourage the talents and creativity of educators, and provide consistency throughout the Brewster School System. In addition, the School Council assists the principal in the following: 1. Reviewing the annual school budget 2. Identifying the educational needs of students 3. Adopting educational goals for the school 4. Promoting an awareness of state and local initiatives 5. Developing and formulating a school improvement plan for Eddy Elementary School 2
ADMINISTRATION Joanna Hughes, Principal EDDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STAFF LISTING 2016-2017 GUIDANCE Barbara Doucette, School Psychologist & Counselor OFFICE RESOURCE Lisa Goodrich, Principal's Secretary Judith Ireland Gr. 3 SN Teacher Caron Welch, Secretary/Receptionist Carol Rubin Gr. 3/4/5 SN Teacher Lisa Conrad, School Nurse (M & T) Christine Keefe Grade 5 SN Teacher Sara Sears, School Nurse (W, Th, F) Jessica Huse Grade 4 SN Teacher GRADE 3 Laurie Daniels Speech/Language Perry Andac Carey Raimo Occup. Therapist Caroline Bellarosa Randi O Shea ELL Teacher Sheree Eldredge Julie Edwards Phys. Therapist Amy Montgomery EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANTS GRADE 4 Julie Benning Marsha Dugas Anne Przygocki Chelsea Smythe Kristine Viprino Sarah Brunelle Christine Seymour Oona Melanson Talia Shanahan GRADE 5 Patsy Marchant Science Curriculum Leader Anne Przygocki Math Subject Coordinator SPECIALS Deb Bergstrom Suzanne Brooks Sarah Moen Lori Clancy Cheryl Eldredge Cindy Eldredge SPeg Erickson Jennifer Conlon Robin Hacking-Davis Susan Hancock Wende O Brien Linda Sullivan Charlie McKendree Tutor Leah Belliveau Music M,W,Th CAFETERIA Elisa Bucci Librarian Patti Taylor - Cafeteria Supervisor Stacey Faris Music, T, Th, F pm Michelle Aucoin - Cafeteria Worker Allyson Joy Physical Education CUSTODIANS Nancy Technology Barry Schofield - Facilities Mgr. von Wahlde Integration Specialist Antoinette Young Art M,W, F Sean Pitta - Day Custodian Deborah Meyer Title l Teacher Dudley Young - Night Custodian Patricia Ellis Reading / Math Interventionist. Tom Bulman Night Custodian 3
Focus Area #1: Academic Goal 1: Meet or exceed PPI [Progress and Performance Index] targets for all students, including subgroups, in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, Technology & Engineering. Action Person Responsible Timeline Measurable Outcomes Analyze and understand annual PPI data and measures and the performance of different subgroups Principal, Teachers, and Subject Coordinators Members will be able to clearly explain performance levels, indicators, and impact on PPI and make informed decisions regarding instruction Enforce rigorous academic expectations with support and recognize excellence and effort Offer increased opportunities for intervention groups/tss [Tiered System of Support] before, during, and after school as needed for student growth and achievement Utilize Curriculum Coordinators in ELA, Math, Technology, and Science to model, coach, and instruct Classroom Teachers, SN Teacher(s), Content Specialists, EAs, Tutors, and Principal Classroom Teachers, SN Teacher(s), Content Specialists, EAs and Tutors Principal, ELA, Math, Technology, and Science Curriculum Coordinators Narrow proficiency gaps by 10%; Increase SGP to 50 or greater for all students and subgroups; Decrease % in Warning to less than 3%; Increase % of students in Advanced & Proficient; Achieve level 1 status Students in Grades 3, 4, and 5 will receive TSS to improve performance on academic measures [90% will achieve ORF and DAZE grade level benchmark, 80% will be at grade level on writing assessments, and 95% will achieve 80% or better on common math assessments All classrooms are supported by Curriculum Coordinators and units/lessons reflect updated standards with consistency within the grade and across grade levels Implement MCAS 2.0 as designed by the state Assistant Superintendent, Principal, Teachers, Curriculum Meet expectations for implementation and successful administration; increased opportunities for training and preparation for staff and student Coordinators Budget Implications Possible technology costs with taking MCAS 2.0 in electronic form Commitment to meeting the needs of all students ability levels Continued cost of Curriculum Coordinators and additional support staff needed to provide necessary intervention, support and enrichment 4
Focus Area #1: Academic Goal 2: Implement curriculum, instruction, and assessment practices in alignment with the Common Core Standards, District Determined Measures, Common Assessments, and the Teacher Evaluation System. Action Person Responsible Timeline Measurable Outcomes Teach and assess content and process standards at each grade level, as described in the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks Refine common assessments in ELA (Wonders) and Math (ENY) Classroom Teachers, Special Needs Teachers, and Curriculum Leaders Assistant Superintendent, Principal, Teachers, Curriculum Coordinators Observations and units/lessons will reflect updated standards and essential questions in ELA, Mathematics, and Science & Technology Assessments will be consistent in content areas, within grade levels and across grade levels in the Nauset District Implement District Determined Measures Asst. Supt., Principal, Teachers, Curriculum Leaders, and others affected 2016-2017 DDMs will be administered, data will be collected and reviewed to measure progress Utilize data, information from student work, common assessments, and benchmark assessments to inform and adapt instruction Classroom Teachers, Special Needs Teachers, Curriculum Leaders, Educational Assistants, and Tutors Formative assessments, common assessments, and benchmarks are developed and utilized to adapt instruction and improve student performance Expand common planning time for staff to meet to coordinate curriculum and discuss student progress Principal, Classroom Teachers, Special Needs Teachers, and Curriculum Leaders Instruction will be wellcoordinated at each grade level to support consistent student achievement Continue to implement and align curriculum initiatives (Wonders, Engage NY) with the MA Standards for ELA and Math Implement Guided Reading in Grade 3 and expand the opportunities for such in grades 4 and 5 classrooms Assistant Superintendent, Principal, Teachers, and Curriculum Leaders Principal, Classroom Teachers, Special Needs Teachers, and Curriculum Leaders 2016-2017 Increased reading achievement as measured by assessments as well as increased enjoyment of reading Increased interest in reading achievement and motivation to read Budget Implications Cost of materials to support all genres of reading and writing materials, hands-on mathematics materials, science texts/lab materials 5
Focus Area # 1: Academic Goal 3: Continue to develop and provide specific, varied and differentiated academic and enrichment opportunities that meet students needs and provide increased interest and motivation, including the increased focus on the use of technology in the classrooms. Action Person Responsible Timeline Measurable Outcomes Maintain and enhance the Specialist Students will exhibit interest and fine arts program (art, Teachers, Staff performance skills in these areas as instrumental music, chorus, with Interest & well as develop positive lifelong etc.) and physical education Skill in these habits, skills, or passions programs areas Model and provide hands- Classroom Students will report increased on, relevant, interesting, and Teacher, SN motivation in learning for the various motivating lessons and Teachers, & content areas through student learning experiences Curriculum surveys and feedback Leaders Continue/expand SEA All Staff Participation in programs will programs including increase and expand to include MusicWorks, Music additional students; program Memory, Art Enrichment, participation will positively impact One-Wheelers, Science, students interest and motivation in Homework Clubs, learning and/or school; parent and Geography Bee, Community community surveys reflect our focus Service, Newspaper, World on achievement and enrichment as it Languages relates to student learning, interest, and motivation Integrate the Habits of Learning Curriculum to build All Staff Observable increase in student study study skills and increase habits, organization and independent student perceptions of skills: student survey to measure learning growth and perception Meet or exceed the Students and staff will have greater guidelines in the Nauset All Staff access and be more proficient in Technology plan and K-5 technology overall; technology will be Technology Blueprint; further embedded into curriculum upgrade technology as and instruction recommended by plan Budget Implications Cost of Technology infrastructure and Technology Integration Specialist Cost of programs including fees, staffing of specialists, and materials 6
Focus Area #2: School Climate Goal 1: Maintain a school climate that is safe, family-friendly, develops positive character traits, builds tolerance, and enhances the benefits of a professional learning community. Action Person Responsible Timeline Measurable Outcomes Continue Character Principal, School Increase in students taking Education Program; Psychologist, ownership for their behavior and Importance of Civic Duties Classroom Teachers exhibiting traits consistent with our and being a good neighbor and entire staff themes; monthly school-wide Continue Responsive Classroom Philosophy Principal, Teachers and staff character education meetings Scheduled Morning Meeting block in each classroom; use of Responsive Good Deeds/Community Service Program Conduct regular fire drills, safety drills, and inspections of building and playground area; Maintain and improve security system Implementation of Crisis Go App Maintain constant communication with First Student bus drivers; emphasis on common expectations and procedures for students School Psychologist and Student Team Principal, Fire Dept., Police Dept., School Psychologist, Building Inspector, Playground Inspector, Facilities Mgr. All staff; Parents Principal, School Psychologist, First Student Bus Classroom logical consequences, and school-wide meetings Increased count of Good Deeds in school and Community Service outreach Fire drills and safety drills are conducted with fewer issues of concern; Fewer injuries occur as a result of physical plant; building and equipment are inspected regularly Greater communication for staff on crisis procedures, issues, and introduction of parent portal Fewer bus incident reports and increase in % of students who find bus ride is safe and enjoyable who ride the bus; bullying Coordinators, First prevention training Student Bus Drivers Maintain high standards for hiring and recruiting when retirements and vacancies occur Superintendent, Asst. Superintendent, Principal, Hiring committees New staff hired will contribute in a positive, collegial manner with existing staff in order to increase student achievement in a positive, stable environment. Increase breakfast and morning gym enrollment Principal, Cafeteria, PE teacher Increased student engagement and daily attendance Budget Implications Cost of repairs to physical plant and outdoor space including fields and playground Recognition of character education themes Hiring and Recruiting new staff with different levels of experience 7
Focus Area #3: Parent/Community Involvement Goal 1: Expand opportunities for family and community involvement through collaboration and participation by effectively communicating information regarding student progress, school events, assignments, curriculum, volunteer opportunities and budget issues. Action Person Responsible Timeline Measurable Outcomes Plan events to showcase our students by inviting parents/ community members into the school to see plays, concerts, attend lunch (parents) Principal, Classroom Teachers Greater understanding of curriculum; Increased satisfaction with parental involvement as measured by district and school surveys Continue to improve and maintain the Eddy website including links to relevant teacher sites, calendar applications: Outreach for community/ parent volunteers, local business partners where community members would be invited in to talk to students about career readiness Technology Director, Principal, Classroom Teachers, SN Teachers, Curriculum Leaders Principal, School Council, All Staff, and local businesses Website will provide up-todate information, links for parents and the community, and access to critical information, school policies, newsletters, and events. Increased number of volunteers, business partners, and grants; Increased interest in college and career readiness and how academics plays a role in the future; student interest and survey results Support the implementation of the online X2 parent portal Increase curriculum related activities for parents to come into the school to view student work Provide evening family activities such as Literacy Night, Family Math, and a STEAM Night Principal, All teachers Principal, Coordinators, Teachers Principal, Coordinators, Teachers Increased communication with parents; greater understanding for parents to know their child s progress. Greater understanding of curriculum; Increased satisfaction with parental involvement as measured by district and school surveys Greater understanding of curriculum; Increased satisfaction with parental involvement as measured by district and school surveys Budget Implications Cost of items needed for evening events Cost of staffing necessary to keep website up-to-date 8