School Improvement
Virginia Public Education System Mission
The mission of Virginia's public education system, first and foremost, is to educate students in the fundamental knowledge and academic subjects that students need to become capable, responsible, and self-reliant citizens. Therefore, the mission of the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Public Instruction, in cooperation with local school boards, is to increase student learning and academic achievement.
Honaker Elementary/Middle School Mission
The mission of Honaker Elementary/Middle School is to provide a stimulating learning environment that is safe, caring, encouraging, and challenging. The school, in partnership with the home and community, will strive to prepare each student to be a successful, educated, responsible, and contributing member of a changing society. At Honaker Elementary/Middle School, it is our belief that: Together we can make a difference.
Goals
1. To meet AYP and be fully accredited yearly.
2. To provide a safe learning environment for all students, teachers, and
staff.
3. Stakeholder involvement in all activities.
4. All students will be reading on grade level.
5. Update County Curriculum/Pacing Guides.
6. ADA will be met yearly.
7. Increase in Math and English Scores.
Objectives
1. 95% of the students in grades tested will take
statewide test in Reading/Language Arts and Math. 95% of the students in
subgroups in grades tested will take statewide test in Reading/Language Arts and
Math. AYP Reading/Language Arts Scores will be 69%. AYP Math Scores
will be 67%.
2. Safety Committee will meet regularly.
3. 50% of all stakeholders will be involved in all activities.
4. 75% of students will be reading on grade level for the 2006-2007 school
year.
5. Each faculty member will serve on a committee to align County
Curriculum/Pacing Guides with state standards.
6. ADA will be 95% yearly.
7. Math scores will be 73% or higher. English scores will be 77% or
higher.
Honaker Elementary/Middle School
Planning Team
2011-2012
Gary Hess, Principal
Dr. Brenda Hess, Central Office
Jennifer Eaton, Discipline/Attendance
Vanessa Martin, Parent Involvement
Janice Barton, Steering Committee
Sharon Wicker, Pre-K
Sherry Dowdy, Kindergarten
Wanda Gent, First Grade
Nora Burton, Second Grade
Pamela Richardson, Third Grade
Carolyn Wysor, Fourth Grade
Brenda Ray, Fifth Grade
Karen McGlothlin, Language Arts (6th and 7th Grade)
Charlene Conley, Math and Science (6th and 7th Grade)
Angie Altizer, Math and Science (6th and 7th Grade)
Cyndi Whited, History (6th and 7th Grade)
Marlene Sample, Community
SOL Scores
2004-2005 2005-2006
Reading Reading
3rd Grade 76.8%
79.70%
4th Grade
90.54%
5th Grade Writing 77.6%
78.79%
5th Grade Reading 92.6%
88.06%
6th Grade Reading
64.29%
7th Grade Reading
73.69%
Mathematics
Mathematics
3rd Grade 88%
93.65%
4th Grade
86.49%
5th Grade 83.8%
88.06%
6th Grade
47.14%
8th Grade 55.8%
58.97%
History History
3rd Grade 92.6%
96.77%
4th Grade Va. Studies 91%
97.01%
5th Grade U. S. History I 63%
71.01%
6th Grade U. S. History II 73.1%
63.64%
7th Grade Civics 77%
76.71%
Science
3rd Grade 93.8%
100.00%
5th Grade 83.6%
88.73%
School Improvement Plan
SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN REPORTING FORM
School Improvement Plan for the Period __2011 - 2012
Targeted Academic Areas: ENGLISH, MATH, SCIENCE, SOCIAL STUDIES_
School Name
& Number____________Honaker Elementary School_________890___ Baseline Data: SOL scores for students from SOL data listed for
School Division _______RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOLS___________ Spring 2011 (all tested areas) Formative Assessment Tests: _____
Grade Levels Served by School___Pre-K – 7_____________________ Ineractive Achievement Pre and Post tests___________________
School Year _2011 - 2012_____________________________________
Waiver Requested____________ (If checked, please attach documentation.)
Goals: To make AYP, To be Fully Accredited and To provide a safe school environment
___________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________
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MeasurableObjective(s) Related To Targeted Area |
Strategies for MeetingObjective To Increase SOL Achievement Coded by SOA Requirements |
SOACode |
ResourcesNeeded |
Evidence ofImplementation of Strategies |
Person(s) Responsible |
ProjectedTime Frame |
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· Teachers will teach units of instruction aligned with the SOLS.
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· Teachers will design instructional units that correlate with the SOL objectives.
· Teachers will keep a record of SOL progress for each individual student at the end of each semester.
· Teachers will use the SOL Enhanced Scope and Sequence
· Teachers will implement SOL Blueprints to guide instruction.
· Teachers will use/follow the county-mapping (pacing) guides.
· Teachers will continue to use adopted Reading, English, Spelling and Science textbooks aligned with the SOL’S. |
IT
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SD |
Staff Time SOL Curriculum Framework
Individual SOL Cards
SOL Enhanced Scope and Sequence Guide
SOL Blueprints
County Mapping Guides
Math, History, Language Arts and Science Textbooks |
SOL Documentation in Lesson Plans Grade Level Meetings
SOL Documentation on Student SOL Cards
Lesson Plans Grade Level Meetings
Lesson Plans Teacher Evaluations
Lesson Plans
Evaluation of Instruction Lesson Plans |
Teachers
Teachers
Teachers
Teachers
Teachers
Teachers |
2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012 School Year
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· Data analysis of the SOL scores for 2011, the following are areas of focus for improvement-English, Math, Science, and History with special emphasis on AYP subgroups
· Data Analysis Interactive Achievement Tests – Grades 2 – 7 by school
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· English –Reading –Literature and Research: target areas of weakness and plan and provide remediation in areas as needed.
· Science-target areas of weakness and plan and provide instruction and remediation as needed.
· Math—target areas of weakness and plan and provide instruction and remediation as needed.
· Social Studies/History-target areas of weakness-plan and provide instruction and remediation as needed.
· Special Education- Provide extra remediation in Reading/Math
· Inclusion of L.D. students grades 3 – 7.
· Alternative assessments for E.M.D. students
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IPI
IPR
IPI
IPR
IPI
IPR
IPI
IPR
IPI
IPR |
SOL Test Data
Staff Time
SOL Scores
Planning Time
In-service and Presentations
Review of Test Data Staff Time
Special Education Teacher
In-service data analysis
VGLA tests |
K-3 Reading Program Lesson Plans Grade Level Meetings
Teacher Evaluation Grade Level Meetings
Faculty Meeting Agendas Grade Level Meetings
Grade Level Meetings
School Improvement Committees Grade Level Meetings
Tutoring Schedule In-Service Dates
Classroom Observations
Check VGLA’s |
Principal Assistant Principal Teachers
Teachers
Teachers
Principal Assistant Principal Teachers
Special Ed. Teachers
Part Time Teacher/ Tutor
Special Education Teachers |
2011 -2012 School Year
Fall 2011
Fall 2011
Fall 2011
2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012 School Year
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· Teachers will increase student familiarity with the SOL test format.
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· Teachers will review released SOL test questions with the students.
· Teachers will use the Interactive Achievement tests to familiarize students with the SOL test format.
· Teachers will make tests like the SOL tests.
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IT
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State Released SOL Test Items Workbooks and Practice directly aligned with the SOL’s
Classroom Practice Computer Lab
State Releases SOL Test Items |
Lesson Plans
Interactive Achievement Tests
Teacher Made Test(s) |
Teachers
Teachers
Teachers |
2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012 School Year
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Intervention Remediation |
Part time certified teachers will assist students in reading and math in grades K- 7 |
IT |
Dibels Testing Reading and Math Resources |
Lesson Plans Tracking List Per Child Interactive Achievement Online Test Results
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Intervention Teachers and Classroom Teachers |
2011 -2012 |
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· Teachers will use SOL test scores to guide instruction and remediation. |
· Teachers will examine individual student SOL test scores, especially those below 400, to determine areas to focus instruction and remediation.
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AI IPI IT IPR |
SOL Test Data AYP data Category Results Flanagan-Mott Test |
Lesson Plans Tracking List Per Child Interactive Achievement Online Test Results
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Teachers: Regular Ed., Special Ed., Guidance, Key Instructional Leaders, Grade Level Leaders |
2011 -2012 School Year |
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· Time will be provided to allow for remediation of needed skills. |
· Teachers will use instructional time to re-teach skills and concepts as necessary. · Focus on previously taught SOL’S
· Time will be provided for remediation in addition to regular class time.
· Tutoring for Special Education students in Reading and Math
· Time will be provided for each student to receive remediation in the computer lab.
· PAL’s instructor will identify students needing extra help in grades 1-3 and provide needed instruction to assist at risk students
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IT IPR IPI
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Instructional Time
Reteach SOL’S from previous year
After-School Twenty-First Century Reading and Math Summer School
Extra Tutoring Inclusion Grades 3-7
Sliver Grant Tutoring
Computer Lab Remediation Software
Basic Phonics and Site word Identification |
Lesson Plans
Lesson Plans
Master Schedule
After School Summer School
Special Education Schedule
Master Schedule
Master Schedule Computer Lab Schedule
PAL’s Schedule |
Teachers
Principal
Teachers
Part Time Teacher
Teachers
Principal
Computer Lab Teacher Director of Instruction
PAL’S Instructor
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2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012 School Year
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Teachers from each of the four core SOL areas will develop goals and a plan for improvement.
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· Time will be provided to exchange ideas and develop a departmental plan for improvement.
· Grade Level Meetings
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IPI SD
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Staff Time
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Improvement Plan Grade Level Meetings Minutes of Meetings
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Principal Assistant Principal Teachers
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2011 -2012 School Year
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School-wide Title I- Language Arts and Math program will be provided for all students in addition to regular classroom instruction time.
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· Title I will focus on English and Math remediation in the technology labs with an emphasis on the English and Math “SOL’S”. · Extra Title I time for at risk students · After school Reading and Math academies.
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IT
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Time
Teacher Input
Title I Staff
Teaching Materials Study Island Education City Passport |
Coordination of Instruction between the classroom teacher, special education teachers, the Title I Teachers and After School Teachers.
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Principal Assistant Principal Title I Teacher/Assistant Teachers
Teachers
Principal Assistant Principal Title I Staff
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Fall 2011
Fall 2011
Fall 2011
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· Teachers will use various teaching styles in presenting instructional materials.
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· Hands-on learning will be encouraged.
· Staff development in using various teaching styles will be provided. |
SD
SD
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Time
Instructional Time Director of Instruction Special Education Supervisor |
Faculty Meeting Agendas
Teacher Evaluations |
Principal Assistant Principal
Principal Assistant Principal Director of Instruction
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2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012 School Year
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· The staff will use a hands-on approach to teaching Science.
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· The staff will be trained in the hands-on approach for teaching Science.
· The Science hands-on program will be implemented.
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SD
IPI IT
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Instructor Asset Training
Instructional Time Materials
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Completed Coursework
Lesson Plans
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Middle School Supervisor
Teachers
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2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012
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· SOL objectives will be reflected specifically in every lesson plan.
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· Lesson plans will document SOL instruction. · Mapping (Pacing Guides will be incorporated and followed.
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SD IPI IPR D
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Staff SOL Objectives County Mapping Guides SOL Curriculum Framework |
Lesson Plans
Teacher Evaluations |
Teachers
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2011 -2012 School Year
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· Math concepts will be taught with specific focus on the kinesthetic learners.
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· Teachers will use math manipulatives when appropriate. · Instruction will focus on preparing all students to pass the math SOL’S. |
IT IPI IPR SD
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Manipulatives
Focus Instruction on math SOL’S After School using Hands-On Remediation |
Lesson Plans
Teacher Evaluations Faculty Meetings After School : Reading and Math Academies
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Principal Assistant Principal Teachers
Director of Instruction
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2011 -2012 School Year
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· Teachers will engage students in higher level thinking strategies.
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· Time will be provided for teachers to learn ways to challenge students to think at higher levels.
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SD AI
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Staff Time Director of Instruction |
Faculty Meetings
Teacher Evaluations Professional Development
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Principal Assistant Principal Director of Instruction
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2011 -2012 School Year
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· Teachers will integrate curricula in core academic areas.
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· Grade level meetings will provide a time to discuss ways to integrate the curricula.
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SD IT
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Faculty Meetings
Grade Level Meetings |
Faculty Meetings |
Principal Assistant Principal Teachers |
2011 -2012 School Year
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· Teachers will track the teaching of SOLS. |
· Teachers will compile a list of resources used to teach each SOL objective. · Teachers will be given a copy of the SOL Resource Guide.
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SD D AI
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Teachers Teaching Materials
SOL Resource Guide |
SOL Resource Guide will be given to each teacher. |
Principal Assistant Principal Teachers
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2011 -2012 School Year
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· Use the SOL Scope and Sequence Curriculum Guide to see that SOLS are taught before the SOL tests are given.
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· The SOL Scope and Sequence available to teachers · Enhanced SOL Scope and Sequence
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D IPI AI
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SOL Scope and Sequence Guide County Curriculum and Mapping Guides
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Lesson Plans
Teacher Evaluations
Grade Level Meetings |
Teachers
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2011 -2012 School Year
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· Teachers will use a variety of resources and instructional methods to teach the SOLS. |
· Planning time · Share ideas among colleagues |
SD D AI |
SOL Enhanced Scope and Sequence SOL Curriculum Framework SOL Blueprints Curriculum Alignment Guide County Mapping Guide Teaching Materials |
Schedule of planning times
CD of SOL Resources
Pacing Guides aligning SOL and Instruction Lesson Plans Teacher Evaluations/Observations |
Teachers |
2011 -2012 School Year
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· School wide emphasis will be placed on Reading and Parental Engagement.
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· Accelerated Reader · Parental Involvement Activities · Students reading on grade level |
AI IPI IPR SD |
Accelerated Reader books Open House Even Start |
. Accelerated Reader progress reports. Individual Parental Activities to encourage reading |
Principal Teachers Librarian Parents Students
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2011 -2012 School Year
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· Teachers and Administrators will engage themselves in professional growth |
· Workshops and In-service Training · Formal Teacher Evaluations · School Improvement Committees and Activities |
D SD |
Teaching materials and resources Lesson plans Evaluation instrument |
Documentation and observation results indicating professional growth. Highly Qualified status |
Principal Assistant Principal Teachers |
2011 -2012 School Year
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· Attendance
· School Safety
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· Monitor attendance · Refer truancy incidents
· Implement a school wide discipline Plan
· Safety Audit
· Crisis Plan |
IT D
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Attendance Tardies/Early checkouts
Discipline Committee School Safety Plan
Safety Audit Committee
School Crisis Team |
Parent conferences Truancy Referrals
Documentation School Audit Committee
Safety Audit Report
School Crisis Plan-drills |
Principal Assistant Principal Teachers
School Audit Committee
School Crisis Team |
2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012 School Year
2011 -2012 School Year |
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· Principal will guide the development of a clear vision and mission statement for the school |
· Vision statement will focus on where we are going. · Mission statement will express what we will commit to in order to reach our vision. · Communicating the school’s vision and mission statement. |
D SD |
Principal Teachers |
The community and the school will readily recognize the school’s mission statement and vision. |
Principal Assistant Principal Teachers/ Support Staff Students/Parents Community Members |
2011 -2012 School Year
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