École Camrose Composite High School & Battle River Online Three-Year Education Plan / Annual Educational Results Report 2016/2017 2018/2019 Page 1
Table of Contents Message from the Principal... 3 Accountability Statement... 4 Communication of the plan..4 Foundation Statements (Division & School?)... 4 Vision... 4 Mission... 4 Beliefs... 4 School Profiles... 5 Summary of Accomplishments... 5 Special Programs.6 Accountability Pillar Summary...7 School Based Data.11 School Goals for 2016-2017..16 Outcome One: Every ECCHS/BROL student is successful.. 16 Outcome Two: The achievement gap between First Nations, Metis, and Inuit (FNMI) students and all other students is eliminated at ECCHS/BROL... 16 Outcome Three: ECCHS/BROL is inclusive.....17 Outcome Four: ECCHS/BROL has quality teaching and school leadership at all levels.....18 Outcome Five: ECCHS/BROL is well governed and managed at all levels. 18 Three Year Plan - AERR creation.19 Parental Involvement.19 Timelines and Communication..20 School Councils.20 Professional Development Plan.20 Page 2
Message from the Principal Welcome to the 2016-2017 school year at École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online. We are located on the west end of Camrose and adjacent to the Highway at 6211-48 Avenue. ECCHS is a public, co-ed and dual track school from Grades 9 to 12. BROL is a public online school from Grades 1 to 12. There are 762 students at École Camrose Composite High School (702 students) and Battle River Online (66 students). We have approximately 40 international students each year from many different countries around the world. ECCHS also offers an extensive CTF program to about 500 junior high school students from Hay Lakes, Round Hill, Bawlf, Cornerstone, and Charlie Killam schools. Here at École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online, we offer a broad program of academic core and complimentary courses. These include physical education, fine arts, and an extensive selection of career and technology studies courses. The students benefit from a broad counseling program, an English as a second language program, a modern media centre, off-campus programs, extra-curricular programs (i.e. badminton, basketball, volleyball, curling, cross country running, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track & field, and a specialized hockey academy class, various school clubs and students union), and a cafeteria service. We believe that all students can be successful learners, and that every student has the right to an enjoyable and engaging education. Our learning environment is positive and caring which supports individual differences, allowing all students to take risks in their pursuit of excellence. We strive to build strong relationships between staff, students, families, and the school community. We continue to challenge students and assist them in becoming responsible learners. The relationship between home and school is essential to the success of the student. We look forward to working in partnership with parents to ensure the success of their children and our students as we embark on this new school year. Our mission is to provide the best possible educational opportunities for all of our students. ECCHS - Ipsis Este Veri (Be True to Yourself) BROL Your Path-Your Choice-Your Future Yours in Education, Mr. T. Sieben, B.Ed., M.Ed. Principal École Camrose Composite High School & Battle River Online Page 3
Accountability Statement The Annual Education Results Report for the 2015-2016 school year and the Education Plan for the three years commencing September 1, 2016 for École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online was prepared under the direction of the Board in accordance with its responsibilities under the School Act and the Fiscal Management Act. This document was developed in the context of the provincial government s business and fiscal plans. École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online have used our performance results to develop the plan and is committed to implementing the strategies contained within the plan to improve student learning and results. École Camrose Composite High School, Battle River Online, and the ECCHS/BROL School (Parent) Council approved the Education Plan for 2016-2017 for submission to Alberta Education on Wednesday, November 16 th, 2016. Mr. T. Sieben Principal Mrs. A. Kowal School (Parent) Council Chair Communication of our Plan Duplicates of the plan are made available to all ECCHS/BROL staff and School (Parent) Council members for discussion and feedback. Highlights are published in local/social media, and copies of the report are available at our campus office as well as on the school websites. École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online believe this Three Year Education Plan and AERR must be a living document to assist the school in achieving the goals for continuous improvement and success. Foundation Statements Vision Our vision is to promote and preserve the positive environment of the school to remain flexible and adaptable to changes that occur within our society. Mission ECCHS - To provide the best possible educational opportunities for all of our students. BROL - To provide the best possible educational experience for our students that they may pursue that of which they dream. Beliefs ECCHS - Ipsis Este Veri - Be True to Yourself BROL - Your Path - Your Choice - Your Future Page 4
Our School Profiles École Camrose Composite High School - ECCHS opened in 1963. We provide services to 702 grade 9 to 12 students. In addition, we offer CTS courses to approximately 500 junior high school students from neighboring schools. The majority of our students live in the City of Camrose. Other students are transported by bus from acreages and farms in the area. We have a healthy contingency of international students. Our students pursue either an Alberta High School Diploma or a Certificate of Achievement. A full range of academic courses are available to students. They also have access to a broad range of CTS and option courses. We offer a Senior Opportunity Room for special needs students. Our school provides a wide range of extracurricular programs for students. These include athletics, music, drama, as well as numerous other leadership opportunities. Our school is dedicated to the cause of providing an atmosphere in which students can develop to their full potential. Our mandate is to provide the opportunities that ensure that students can acquire the skills needed to become self-reliant, responsible, caring, and contributing members of society. We believe in promoting inclusiveness and acceptance. As a result, we are a "Challenge Day" school and have an active "Be the Change" team. Battle River Online BROL opened its first web site in September of 1997. Initially, the school was called CMOS Centre and ran programs for Grades 3-9 with the plan to expand into High School in following years. The CMOS Centre was first run out of Edberg School and enrolled 22 students in its first year. In 1998 the CMOS Centre was moved to Camrose to the Instructional Services Centre as a response to the growing interest in the school and to better access many of the resources available through Central Office. Grade 1, 2, 10 and 11 were added that year as well. http://www.brsd.ab.ca/in 2000, the school was renamed Battle River Online (BROL). The school had seen its first high school graduate students and was continuing to expand programs and course selections. Battle River Online also began working with traditional Battle River Schools to offer blended programs to students and access to courses that would not normally be available. The student population of BROL has shown steady growth since 1997. Following a policy of conservative growth and a program before profit attitude has enabled BROL to develop a school program that is second to none in the province. The blend of online, paper and pencil, and class presentation of school material allows students to experience many learning styles and environments. Summary of Accomplishments Welcome back/registration process Complex CTF classes from 5 feeder schools Morning ECCHS breakfast program ECCHS clothing drives Student participation in Encounters with Canada School newsletter to celebrate student and staff achievements Hockey academy ECCHS student honors awards ECCHS wall of fame Skills Canada competition Grade 9 French trip to Quebec Page 5
Participation in the Tell Them From Me, Alberta Education accountability surveys, and BRSD#31 satisfaction surveys Band awards Bi-annual band trip to Banff Tri-annual band trip to Vancouver Spring international travel to Costa Rica Annual science Olympics Annual drama production Spring grade 9 orientation/grade 9 to 12 early registration process Annual PE 30 field trip Grade 12 graduation farewell breakfast, rings, photos and graduation ceremony International student dinner International student country-of-origin flags in student commons area Gay pride flag in student commons area ECCHS sports teams success at divisionals, regionals, zones and provincials Various students union activities Grade 9 midterm/grade 10-12 final exam week in January and grade 9-12 final exam week in June FSLW student presentations termed conversations in character School (parent) council presentations on drug awareness, anxiety, scholarships and electronic liability School (parent) council membership at school PTI s Several student presentations/assemblies FACT class field trips Various school field trips Special Programs ECCHS is a dual track school housing 700 grade 9 to 12 students. We have approximately 40 international students each year from many different countries around the world. It also offers an extensive CTF program to about 500 junior high school students from 5 feeder schools. Our students pursue either an Alberta High School Diploma or a Certificate of Achievement. We also offer a Senior Opportunity Room for senior high special needs students. At ECCHS, a full range of academic courses are available to students. Students also have access to a broad program of academic, physical education, fine arts, and an extensive selection of career and technology studies courses. The students benefit from a broad counseling program, an English as a second language program, a modern media centre, off-campus programs, extra-curricular programs (i.e. badminton, basketball, volleyball, curling, cross country running, football, golf, soccer, tennis, track & field, and a specialized hockey academy class, various school clubs, music classes, drama club and students union), and a cafeteria service (which provides a breakfast and hot lunch program). BROL is an online school housing 66 grade 1 to 12 students. The blend of online, paper and pencil, and class presentation of school material allows students to experience many learning styles and environments in a wide variety of core and complimentary courses. Page 6
2015-2016 Accountability Pillar Overall Summary - ECCHS 2015-2016 Accountability Pillar Overall Summary - BROL Page 7
2015-2016 Accountability Pillar FNMI Summary - ECCHS Page 8
2015-2016 Accountability Pillar FNMI Summary - BROL Page 9
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School Based Data 2015-2016 DIPLOMA EXAMINATION RESULTS École Camrose Composite High School (Combined January and June 2016) Participation Rates of Grade 12 Students Acceptable Standard (50%+) Standard of Excellence (80%+) Diploma Avg. Mark Gr. 12 Subject School Province School Province School Province School Province English 30-1 52.1 53.9 81.4 86.8 12.7 10.7 63.1 63.7 English 30-2 30.8 28.6 77.4 89.1 9.7 12.3 61.1 65.5 Soc. St. 30-1 55.0 45.0 71.2 84.9 9.0 14.3 58.0 64.1 Soc. St. 30-2 27.8 35.8 57.1 81.1 3.6 13.1 54.2 63.0 Math 30-1 30.2 36.4 60.9 70.7 10.9 25.9 54.9 62.2 Math 30-2 30.2 23.6 62.5 75.4 8.9 16.8 56.3 61.6 Biology 30 30.2 40.6 79.2 85.1 26.4 32.4 68.0 69.1 Chemistry 30 22.5 35.5 83.3 81.5 33.3 34.5 68.8 68.4 Physics 30 24.3 19.3 65.4 85.8 21.2 39.8 59.5 70.7 Science 30 32.5 15.7 92.5 84.4 35.8 27.6 69.3 67.7 FLA 30-1 4.7 2.8 87.5 93.8 25.0 8.7 65.9 65.5 Page 11
2015-2016 DIPLOMA EXAMINATION RESULTS Battle River Online (Combined January and June 2016) Participation Rates of Grade 12 Students Acceptable Standard (50%+) Standard of Excellence (80%+) Diploma Avg. Mark Gr. 12 Subject English 30-1 *7 Students English 30-2 *3 Students Soc. St. 30-1 *5 Students Soc. St. 30-2 *3 Students Math 30-1 *1 Student Math 30-2 *2 Students Biology 30 *2 Students Chemistry 30 *0 Students Physics 30 *1 Student Science 30 *0 Students FLA 30-1 *0 Students School Province School Province School Province School Province 33.3 53.9 71.4 86.8 14.3 10.7 59.1 63.7 0.0 28.6 100.0 89.1 0.0 12.3 70.7 65.5 33.3 45.0 100.0 84.9 0.0 14.3 61.0 64.1 0.0 35.8 100.0 81.1 0.0 13.1 58.3 63.0 16.7 36.4 0.0 70.7 0.0 25.9 43.0 62.2 0.0 23.6 100.0 75.4 50.0 16.8 75.5 61.6 16.7 40.6 100.0 85.1 0.0 32.4 69.5 69.1 0.0 35.5 N/A 81.5 N/A 34.5 N/A 68.4 16.7 19.3 0.0 85.8 0.0 39.8 44.0 70.7 0.0 15.7 N/A 84.4 N/A 27.6 N/A 67.7 0.0 2.8 N/A 93.8 N/A 8.7 N/A 65.5 Page 12
2015-2016 PROVINCIAL ACHIEVEMENT TESTS École Camrose Composite High School (May/June 2016) Participation Rates of Grade 9 Students Acceptable Standard (50%+) Standard of Excellence (80%+) PAT Avg. Mark Gr. 9 Subject School Province School Province School Province School Province LA 9 94.9 88.8 82.0 86.7 13.5 17.1 64.4 66.2 Fr. LA 9 100.0 96.7 88.9 85.9 11.1 11.2 67.7 68.3 LA 9 K&E 100.0 80.0 84.6 74.7 15.4 7.8 67.1 62.7 Math 9 95.4 88.9 63.1 75.0 12.6 19.3 56.3 61.5 Fr. Math 9 100.0 97.7 66.7 85.7 0.0 22.3 53.6 66.1 Math 9 K&E 100.0 86.8 76.9 70.6 0.0 15.0 59.8 62.6 Science 9 95.4 89.3 80.6 82.3 19.4 25.2 65.9 66.8 Fr. Sci. 9 100.0 97.8 55.6 87.4 11.1 21.6 52.9 64.2 Sci. 9 K&E 100.0 85.4 84.6 74.7 38.5 16.8 73.1 63.0 Soc. St. 9 94.4 88.4 58.8 72.3 15.7 20.7 58.3 63.1 Fr. Soc. St. 9 100.0 97.7 44.4 76.7 22.2 14.7 59.8 63.9 Soc. St. 9 K&E 100.0 83.5 92.3 69.4 23.1 13.9 67.4 61.6 Page 13
2015-2016 PROVINCIAL ACHIEVEMENT TESTS Battle River Online (May/June 2016) Participation Rates of Grade 9 Students Acceptable Standard (50%+) Standard of Excellence (80%+) PAT Avg. Mark Gr. 9 Subject School Province School Province School Province School Province LA 9 *1 Student Math 9 *1 Student Science 9 *2 Students Soc. St. 9 *2 Students 20.0 88.8 0.0 86.7 0.0 17.1 48.0 66.2 20.0 88.9 0.0 75.0 0.0 19.3 32.0 61.5 40.0 89.3 50.0 82.3 0.0 25.2 47.3 66.6 40.0 88.4 50.0 72.3 0.0 20.7 49.0 63.1 Page 14
ECCHS Student Satisfaction Survey Highlights Survey Statement 2015-16 I experience success at school each day. 83.3% I am expected to treat others with respect and dignity. 93.6% My school promotes a culture that acknowledges and embraces diversity and 81.0% inclusion I regularly use information technology in school to be creative, find 84.3% information and collaborate. I know my capabilities as a learner and am able to set goals for improvement. 85.1% My reading ability allows me to think critically and solve problems 87.7% successfully. I am able to work with other students to solve problems. 85.7% BROL Student Satisfaction Survey Highlights Survey Statement 2015-16 I experience success at school each day. 95.5% I am expected to treat others with respect and dignity. 100% My school promotes a culture that acknowledges and embraces diversity and 81.8% inclusion I regularly use information technology in school to be creative, find 100% information and collaborate. I know my capabilities as a learner and am able to set goals for improvement. 100% My reading ability allows me to think critically and solve problems 95.5% successfully. I am able to work with other students to solve problems. 81.8% Grades ECCHS BROL BRSD #31 Commission Recommendation ECS- Gr. 3 Not Applicable Not Applicable 19.4 17.0 Gr. 4-6 Not Applicable Not Applicable 21.6 23.0 Gr. 7-9 21.6 Not Applicable 21.7 25.0 Gr. 10-12 21.5 Not Applicable 16.8 27.0 2015/2016 Average Class Sizes *Refer to www.brsd.ab.ca for more information Page 15
Goals for 2016-2017 Alberta Education Desired Outcome One: Every student is successful BRSD Goals: All students will demonstrate proficiency in literacy and numeracy at or exceeding their developmental level through quality programming All students will demonstrate engaged thinking, ethical citizenship, and the entrepreneurial spirit embedded within the 21 st century learning competencies School Goals: Every ECCHS/BROL student is successful Students will be committed to their learning as exhibited by their attendance and completion of course work to the best of their ability Staff will follow attendance protocol as outlined in the staff handbook Strategies: Host whole school assemblies (new student assembly, welcoming assembly and term 2 assembly) Continue to provide a flexible timetable for each student to meet his/her unique needs (i.e. FIM, K & E, SOR, CTS/ILC, Off-Campus, etc.) Celebrate students success through assemblies, ceremonies, newsletters and electronic communications ECCHS will continue to build relationships and foster a safe and caring environment (i.e. challenge day, student presentations, school council in-service, etc.) Revise key messages for students, staff, and parents in regards to the expectations for attendance, course completion and effort required to achieve success Sharing key messages with students and parents via the school newsletter, school messenger, school sign, an internal TV broadcast system, and social media Alberta Education Desired Outcome Two: The achievement gap between First Nations, Metis, and Inuit (FNMI) students and all other students is eliminated BRSD Goals: The achievement gap between First Nations, Metis, and Inuit (FNMI) students and all other students is eliminated School Goals: The achievement gap between First Nations, Metis, and Inuit (FNMI) students and all other students is eliminated at ECCHS/BROL All students (including First Nations, Metis, Inuit, QSA, and all other) will be included in school activities and opportunities at ECCHS/BROL All students will be engaged in learning environments designated to support their diversity and individualized academic success Students will be committed to their learning as exhibited by their attendance and completion of course work to the best of their ability Staff will follow attendance protocol as outlined in the staff handbook Strategies: Host whole school assemblies (new student assembly, welcoming assembly and term two assembly) Page 16
Continue to provide a flexible timetable for each student to meet his/her unique needs (i.e. FIM, K & E, SOR, CTS/ILC, Off-Campus, etc.) Include all students in school opportunities and events Provide engaging learning environments for all students to support their diversity and academic needs (i.e. The Pass System, Camp fyrefly, Dreamcatcher youth conferences, international student dinner, etc.) Celebrate students success through assemblies, ceremonies, newsletters and electronic communications ECCHS/BROL will continue to build relationships and foster a safe and caring environment (i.e. challenge day, student presentations, school council in-service, etc.) Revise key messages for students, staff, and parents in regards to the expectations for attendance, course completion and effort required to achieve success Sharing key messages with students and parents via the school newsletter, school messenger, school sign, an internal TV broadcast system, and social media Alberta Education Desired Outcome Three: Alberta s education system is inclusive BRSD Goals: BRSD#31 will provide a safe, caring, welcoming and inclusive environment for all Effective leadership along with the voice of stakeholders, will allow students and community members to possess a strong connection to their schools as an inclusive, safe, welcoming and caring environment School Goals: ECCHS/BROL is inclusive ECCHS/BROL will provide a safe, caring, welcoming and inclusive environment for all Effective student, parent, support staff, teacher and administrative leadership, along with the voice of stakeholders, will allow students and community members to possess a strong connection to their school as an inclusive, safe, welcoming and caring environment Strategies: Host whole school assemblies (new student assembly, welcoming assembly and term two assembly) Continue to provide a flexible timetable, distributed learning opportunities and ELL support for each student to meet his/her unique needs (i.e. FNMI, International Students, FIM, K & E, SOR, CTS/ILC, Off-Campus, etc.) Include all students in school opportunities and events (i.e. Encounters with Canada, ATA Student Exchanges, school clubs/activities/events, etc.) Provide engaging learning environments for all students to support their diversity and academic needs (i.e. field trips, camps, conferences, events, etc.) Celebrate students success through assemblies, ceremonies, newsletters and electronic communications ECCHS/BROL will continue to build relationships and foster a safe, caring, welcoming and an inclusive environment (i.e. challenge day, student presentations, school council in-service, etc.) Revise key messages for students, staff, and parents in regards to the expectations for attendance, course completion and effort required to achieve success Sharing key messages with students and parents via the school newsletter, school messenger, school sign, an internal TV broadcast system, and social media Page 17
Alberta Education Desired Outcome Four: Alberta has quality teaching and school leadership BRSD Goals: Effective learning and teaching is achieved through collaborative leadership, high standards and support for professional growth towards best practice. School Goals: ECCHS/BROL has quality teaching and school leadership at all levels Teachers will ensure they employ outcome-based assessments and reporting Staff will build awareness of high school redesign and program flexibility Staff members will continue to develop their skills and competencies (i.e. 21 st century learning, self-directed PD, school-based PD, BRSD#31 professional learning series, department meetings, specialist council conferences, team building, staff collaboration, webinars, outside agency seminars, etc.) Strategies: New staff orientation and mentorship Departments and department heads will lead in strategic planning for PD support for all staff, identify school needs and collaborate on budget Departments will continue to use data driven strategies to improve provincial achievement test and diploma exams results to ensure student success Dedicate staff meeting and/or department meeting/staff collaboration time to discuss and review student attendance and achievement Departments will discuss cross-curricular school literacy and numeracy initiatives Alberta Education Desired Outcome Five: Alberta s education system is well governed and managed BRSD Goals: Effective leadership, along with the voice of stakeholders, will allow students and community members to possess a strong connection to their schools as an inclusive, safe, healthy, welcoming and caring environment. School Goals: ECCHS/BROL is well governed and managed at all levels Stakeholders will view ECCHS/BROL as an open system that collaborates with and accesses feedback from many sources Leaders at ECCHS/BROL will consult and collaborate with staff, students and parents/guardians on decisions that impact the school All parents/guardians will see themselves as integral partners in their child s education at ECCHS/BROL Strategies: Use of website, school messenger, technology, twitter, school newsletters and school sign to communicate information and invite participation in school activities Collaborate with school stakeholders in an effort to engage the community to become more involved here at ECCHS/BROL Provide opportunity for parents/guardians to complete surveys during our parent-teacher interviews in March 2017 Gather specific feedback though transparent conversations with staff, students and parents/guardians Share minutes from meetings with stakeholders Page 18
Three Year Plan-AERR Creation École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online have aligned our school goals with the Alberta Education desired outcomes and the Battle River School Division #31 goals. School administration has met with our staff, parents/guardians and students to develop our ECCHS/BROL goals and strategies. ECCHS/BROL Administration put together the message from the Principal, our accountability statement, communication plan, foundational statements, school profiles, summary of accomplishments, special programs, accountability pillar overall summaries, accountability pillar FNMI summaries, diploma exam results summaries, provincial achievement test results summaries, school satisfaction survey results summaries and average class sizes. Then, we summarized our three year education plan-aerr creation, parental involvement, timelines and communication, school (parent) council involvement and our ECCHS/BROL staff professional development plan. Parental Involvement École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online are required to prepare a threeyear plan that aligns with the BRSD#31 s plan/report. The template that schools use is based on Alberta Education and BRSD#31 goals and priorities. ECCHS and BROL are required to share our three-year plans with school (parent) council. School council also sets up a table at school parent and teacher interviews to share and collect information with ECCHS/BROL parents/guardians. ECCHS parents can access this Three-Year Plan/AERR via our ECCHS website at www.brsd.ab.ca/school/cchs/pages/default.aspx. BROL parents can access this Three-Year Plan/AERR via our BROL website at www.brsd.ab.ca/school/brol/pages/default.aspx. Throughout the course of the year, École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online capitalizes on many community events to bring the messages of the Three-Year Plan/AERR to our school community. Some of these opportunities include student assemblies, annual satisfaction surveys, awards nights, graduation, staff meetings, extracurricular events, school (parent) council meetings and more. All stakeholders have also been afforded the opportunity to speak directly to the school administration via email, telephone or in person. Page 19
Timelines and Communication École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online utilize the services of a school website, school sign, an internal TV broadcast system, school google calendar, and social media to inform and promote work that is happening in our school. Other examples of how communication takes place throughout the course of the school year include monthly publications of our school newsletter which is e-mailed out to all staff/parents and various articles are also submitted in the local newspapers. School (Parent) Council The Three-Year Plan/AERR for École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online remains a fluid document that can be updated and changed throughout the course of the school year. The ECCHS/BROL school (parent) council is provided with a copy of the Three-Year Plan/AERR and their feedback is welcomed. The ECCHS/BROL school-based Three-Year Plan aligns with the divisional plan/aerr. The template that ECCHS/BROL is required to use includes the division goals. ECCHS/BROL also shares this Three-Year Plans with the school (parent) council. Professional Development Plans École Camrose Composite High School and Battle River Online will be focusing its professional growth plan around establishing trust within the building, supporting staff and student needs, and enhancing relationships to improve school culture and morale. The staff will collaborate regularly in professional learning communities/departments and as a whole group on quality teaching, student learning and school achievement. School-based staff professional development will include conversations and work around safe/caring/welcoming/inclusive/positive learning environments, numeracy, literacy, 21 st century learning/teaching, electronic liability, first aid, ASEBP support for teachers, and staff attendance (SRB) data entry. Staff will also be provided with three professional learning series/self-directed days to drive their own professional learning. Page 20