Robert C. Markham Elementary School JANUARY 26, 2015
v Welcome & Introductions Thaddeus Smith, Principal, Robert C. Markham Elementary School Nora Rupert, Board Member The School Board of Broward County, FL, District 7 v School Data, SPF 2.0 Review Process & Turnaround/Restructuring Option Plans v Steering Committee/What Have We Heard Dr. Fabian Cone, Director, School Performance & Accountability Shelly Lunde, Instructional Facilitator, Office of Service Quality The information contained in this document was presented at Student Success Opportunity Schools- on January 26, 2015, as part of the conversation with the Broward community as the District works to create new educational opportunities for families. The information and data may change. 2
School Data and SPF 2.0 Review Process Robert C. Markham Elementary Year 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Grade C B C B A B B C D F Step I: Set primary criteria Student academic growth and academic mastery challenges Enrollment trend Climate and school culture challenges The information contained in this document was presented at Student Success Opportunity Schoolson January 26, 2015, as part of the conversation with the Broward community as the District works to create new educational opportunities for families. The information and data may change. 3
District-Managed Turnaround School Reassign Students and Monitor Progress Close and Reopen as a Charter School Contract with a Private Entity to Run the School Hybrid Model Grade Restructuring, PreK-8 Model Schools, 6-12 Model Schools Restructure Behavior Intervention Centers Increase Pre-K Opportunities, Centers, Classes Restructure Magnet Programs Restructure to Meet Larger Community Workforce, Social Service, Mental Health, and Medical Health Needs 5 State Turnaround Opportunities 5 Local Restructuring Opportunities The information contained in this document was presented at Student Success Opportunity Schoolson January 26, 2015, as part of the conversation with the Broward community as the District works to create new educational opportunities for families. The information and data may change. 4
Community Forums Steering Committee Meetings October 20, 2014 November 24, 2014 December 11, 2014 January 13, 2015 Composition of Steering Committee Members Director of School Performance and Accountability Principal Student Representatives Representative of SAC/SAF School Representatives Community Representatives Steering Committee has met to: Review performance data and determine causes for the low performance Make recommendations to the District Student Success Committee which addresses the causes of the low performance Make recommendations for revision to the School Improvement Plan The information contained in this document was presented at Student Success Opportunity Schools on January 26, 2015, as part of the conversation with the Broward community as the District works to create new educational opportunities for families. The information and data may change. 5
Magnet Theme: Technology with Global Communications Description: The Technology with Global Communications magnet is a whole-school program that exposes all students to the magnet theme. Students use digital technology for research (to analyze information) and prepare presentations aligned with core curriculum. Students have opportunities for the enhancement of STEM skills though the magnet theme using technology. In addition, students participate in interactive instruction via Smart technology in the classrooms. The school has a high tech news studio which beams the morning news to all classrooms daily. Project-based learning is accomplished through research using the resources provided through the school s media program; students create public service announcements, news shows, and PowerPoint presentations. Metis Associates Magnet Program Review Results: The school offers a high tech classroom environment and well-equipped media center and uses distance learning in partnership with other schools. All students are exposed to the magnet theme. The number of in-boundary students not attending the school far exceed the number of out-of-boundary students attending the school. The information contained in this document was presented at Student Success Opportunity Schoolson January 26, 2015, as part of the conversation with the Broward community as the District works to create new educational opportunities for families. The information and data may change.
Review current Magnet and consider STEM as an option Emphasis on Early Childhood initiative through literacy Parent & Community Education and advocacy programs Incorporate Best Practices & Strategies to engage parents and students in the education process Explore volunteer programs such as Reading Pals to focus on early literacy Family literacy and Family Series events Implementation of Direct Instruction aligned with Florida Standards DI as a stop gap for incoming students severely deficient in Reading DI should focus on the skill Look at Dillard Elementary School model of literacy Tiered layer literacy centers Emphasis on Social Emotional Improved Progress Montioring The information contained in this document was presented at Student Success Opportunity Schools on January 26, 2015, as part of the conversation with the Broward community as the District works to create new educational opportunities for families. The information and data may change. 7
The School Board of Broward County, Florida SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS Donna P. Korn, Chair Dr. Rosalind Osgood, Vice Chair Robin Bartleman Heather P. Brinkworth Patricia Good Abby Freedman Laurie Rich Levinson Ann Murray Nora Rupert Robert W. Runcie, Superintendent of Schools The School Board of Broward County, Florida, prohibits any policy or procedure which results in discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, marital status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. Individuals who wish to file a discrimination and/or harassment complaint may call the Executive Director, Benefits & EEO Compliance at 754-321-2150 or Teletype Machine (TTY) 754-321-2158. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008, (ADAAA) may call Equal Educational Opportunities (EEO) at 754-321-2150 or Teletype Machine (TTY) 754-321-2158. 8