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Description of Specific Actions to Improve Educational Practice | ESLR | Person(s) Responsible | Resources | Timeline | Evaluation of Progress |
1.1 NHS will provide access for teachers to step-by-step instructions for Zangle, Teleparent, and NHS Website for uploading homework in the form of Faculty handbook information inserts. | 1,2,3 | Administration Applied Technology Dept. Designee Faculty Staff | Information that allows for effective use of Zangle, Teleparent, and the NHS Website by faculty and staff Materials to create this information District /School funds | Incorporation into 2008-2009 Faculty Handbook Ongoing | Increased awareness of programs More student participation in various programs Additions to Faculty Handbook Zangle/Teleparent reports related to teacher/parent use Information uploaded to website |
1.2 NHS will provide access for parents to step-by-step instructions for Zangle, Teleparent, and NHS Website (to download homework, course documents, etc.) in the form of inserts in the Parent Registration Handbook | 1,2,3 | Administration Applied Technology Dept. Designee Faculty Staff Parent advisors | Information that allows for effective use of Zangle, Teleparent, and the NHS Website by parents/guardians Materials used to create tabs/information for parents | Incorporation into 2008-2009 Parent Handbook Ongoing | Increased awareness of programs More student participation in various programs Zangle/Teleparent reports related to teacher/parent use Parent Handbook |
1.3 Departments will develop plans to implement action steps Review Action Plans to identify Action Steps that pertain to Department goals Calendar Action Steps as part of regular agenda items in monthly meetings to address needs | 1,2,3 | Administrator in charge of Departments; Department chair and members | Results of test score evaluations; School surveys of needs; Action steps Time for collaboration | Nov. 2007 Ongoing | Department minutes Examples of accomplished actions based on action steps |
1.4 NHS will establish our own Teacher Mentor Program Create a Mentor Team of veteran staff Invite teachers who feel they will benefit from participating in a mentor program to join the Mentoring project Investigate creative ways to find time to collaborate at a low or small cost to NHS budget Develop a calendar of collaborative events: formal, (classroom and curricular issues); informal, (personal, get-to-know NHS/Saxon Pride) Implement a mentor program Investigate a Professional Learning Communities Plan (Re-implement the Partners in Teaching Seminars or follow the PLC structured meetings for Professional growth) | 1,2,3 | Administrator in charge of Leadership The Leadership team | New teachers’ schedule List of Mentors List of areas and availability Time for collaboration | Jan. 2008 Ongoing | Membership as mentors Participant list Calendar of mentoring activities |
1.5 Teacher-leadership will create and direct staff development activities in collaboration with the administration Survey staff regarding staff development needs yearly Meet with administration and leadership to design calendar of meetings/staff development Develop meeting agendas Evaluate program annually | 1,2,3 | Administrator in charge of Staff Development Leadership team Department Chairs | Results of test score evaluations School surveys of needs Results of leadership team discussions Results of parent concerns surveys Action steps | October 2007 Ongoing | Minutes of Leadership meetings agendas from staff development activities evaluation results |
1.6 Teachers will sponsor/run programs that will encourage student connectedness. Each year the teacher sponsors will Review current program and modify based on new data/concerns Provide resources /calendars to all staff of proposed events Evaluate program yearly Current programs involved: Homeroom Counseling meetings ABC (formerly Link Crew) Clubs/teams/programs Academic support programs HRA (Human Relation Ambassadors Service Learning Project | 1,2,3 | Administrator in charge of special programs Staff member sponsoring program Counselors Homeroom advisors Coaches | School surveys of needs Results of leadership team discussions Results of parent concerns surveys Action steps | October, 2007 Ongoing | Evaluation of programs Minutes of meetings Tutoring schedules Homeroom agendas Club participation Student/staff surveys |
1.7 Student organizations will encourage NHS student connectedness .Each year student programs will: Review attendance and participation in their program/organizations Provide resources /calendars to all staff of proposed events to encourage participation Evaluate programs yearly Participating student organizations: Student communications (Daily bulletin, Newspaper) Conflict resolution (student to Student) ABC (formerly Link Crew) HRA (Human Relation Ambassadors) Clubs/teams/programs Academic support programs (Student tutoring) | 1,2,3 | Administrator in charge of special programs Student Activities Director Staff member sponsoring program Counselors Coaches Student leadership | School surveys of needs Results of leadership team discussions Results of parent concerns surveys Action steps | October, 2007 Ongoing | Evaluation of programs Minutes of meetings Tutoring schedules ABC agendas Club participation Student/staff surveys |
Growth area # 2 : We will improve analysis and application of data and research to enhance curriculum and improve student achievement.
Rational/ Critical Academic Needs: Our self-study findings reveal that curriculum and instruction will benefit from analyzing and applying data to our curriculum. This results in a more challenging and authentic learning experience for our students resulting in better performance for all students on all assessments.
Supporting Data:
Teacher Observations and Focus Group Discussion
Surveys from Staff, Parents, and Students
Test Scores: CSTs, CAHSEE, APs
ESLRs Addressed:
1. Students will be creative, complex thinkers that will demonstrate logical organization of information, application of concepts, problem-solving skills, and critical analyses.
2. Students will be responsible citizens with connections to local and global communities that will demonstrate an understanding of wellness, appropriate behavior, and respect for diversity.
3. Students will demonstrate effective communication skills using a variety of forms of expression, tools, and technology.
Expected Outcome: Teachers, parents, and students will have a better understanding of how curriculum standards drive curriculum and instruction. Teachers will be confident when analyzing test scores, using the results to modify instruction, and discussing the results with parents and students.
Growth Target: All students, with emphasis on the underserved population, will demonstrate academic improvement as measured by …
Description of Specific Actions to Improve Educational Practice | ESLR | Person(s) Responsible | Resources | Timeline | Evaluation of Progress |
2.1 Departments will analyze standards-based tests data when such is available CST/CAHSEE Departments will look at information covered on the CST by grade-level Departments will collaborate to create CST and CAHSEE preparatory units Teachers will review test results from previous years Departments will analyze Advanced Placement Tests Analyze test scores to evaluate current curriculum Collaboration time for departments to create a 4-year program to improve student achievement Departments will analyze a variety of other assessments (EAP, SAT) | 1,3 | Administrator in charge of departments department chairs GATE coordinator Department Chairs | Standardized test data Collaboration time amongst department members Budget for collaboration Data from ETS Curricular benchmarks aligned with AP programs | Oct 2007 Ongoing February 2008 Ongoing | Department minutes Department curricular changes Prep Units to support Standards Teacher developed learning plans for students based on previous scores Align curriculum to support AP courses Meetings with GATE coordinator and departments |
2.2 NHS will examine school-wide explanations of API/AYP results and implications Staff Development time for discussion What are the components? How did we do? Where we need to go within the curriculum Test schedule Incentive program Classroom time to communicate with students on the importance of test scores | 1,3 | Principal, administrator in charge of testing Teachers | State materials District evaluation of data Collaboration time Budgeted funds for collaboration Teacher ideas for instructing students | February 2008 Ongoing | Staff meetings/ agenda Documents explaining data Student/Staff surveys reflecting understanding of data |
2.3 NHS will provide collaboration time for Edusoft Training in the use of data to support lesson plans that support student growth on standardized tests Training on how to access, analyze, and utilize the program and data Creation of lessons based on data for the improvement of test scores | 1,3 | Administrator in charge of Edu-Soft Teachers | Edusoft trainer Teachers who have successfully used program Budget to provide time for training Workshops | Feb. 2008 Ongoing | Minutes/Agenda of Workshops Student lessons Improved scores |
2.4 NHS will Create a resource for Parents (see AP 1.2) Explanation of AYP/API CAHSSE/CST scores Zangle Parent Connect Training | 1,3 | Administrator in Charge of Testing | District Testing office Website State evaluation materials | Summer 2008 Ongoing | Parent handbook NHS website References provided through Principal’s, PTA, and Counselor newsletters |
2.5 NHS will provide Department collaboration time to Analyze standards-based test data Prioritize student needs based upon test data Discuss, create, and review student-friendly standards Discuss the meaning of standards as part of regular lesson design Create posters/planner pages with student-friendly standards to be posted in classrooms Create and implement periodic department-wide standards-based assessments (benchmark tests) Model some current classroom assessments after CST format | 1,3 | Administrator in charge of testing Department chairs Leadership Teachers | District funding Budget Department collaboration time Data from testing Curriculum alignment Data/ideas | October, 2007 Ongoing | Department agenda/minutes Department collaboration meetings and produced lessons Department developed assessments/benchmarks |
2.6 Teachers will communicate regularly with students about application of standards in curriculum Teachers discuss and identify curricular standards as part of teaching lesson For example, posters with student-friendly standards: in student planners or through lecture Teachers discuss test results, both standardized and teacher-developed, with reference to meeting the benchmarks established by CSTs | 1,3 | Leadership Department Chairs Teachers | Department discussions of Data and how to implement lessons to improve test scores Use of Standards to increase student understanding of what they are learning | Feb, 2008 Ongoing | Department lessons Improved student scores Lessons/Standards |
2.7 Research possible additions or changes to the courses offered at North High School Examine critical areas of need as reflected by data measures Research, develop, and propose new courses to meet needs Implement new curricula |
| Leadership Department Chairs Teachers | Department discussions of Data and how to implement lessons to improve test scores Use of Standards to increase student understanding of what they are learning
| Feb, 2008 Ongoing | District meetings New course outlines |
Growth area # 3: We will create and utilize effective resources to support student/parent/teacher needs.
Rational/ Critical Academic Needs: Our self-study findings revealed that although many resources exist, many staff members need and desire training to better utilize and make more effective use of these resources.
Supporting Data:
Teacher Observations and Focus Group Discussion
Surveys from Staff, Parents, and Students
ESLRs Addressed:
1. Students will be creative, complex thinkers that will demonstrate logical organization of information, application of concepts, problem-solving skills, and critical analyses.
2. Students will be responsible citizens with connections to local and global communities that will demonstrate an understanding of wellness, appropriate behavior, and respect for diversity.
3. Students will demonstrate effective communication skills using a variety of forms of expression, tools, and technology.
Expected Outcome:
Teachers, parents, and students will have better understanding of how to use resources that wil,l in turn, improve student/teacher/parent access to resources and will result an increased level of academic success for students.
Growth Target: All students, with emphasis on the underserved population, will demonstrate academic improvement as measured by …
Description of Specific Actions to Improve Educational Practice | ESLR | Person(s) Responsible | Resources | Timeline | Evaluation of Progress |
3.1 NHS will inventory current technology resources and identify needs. | 1,2,3 | Assistant principal in charge of Computers and Technology Site Supervisor Teachers | Inventory Lists Supplies Identify funds to to used | Ongoing | Completed inventory list Working technology in all classrooms Department meetings minutes TASC meeting minutes |
3.2 NHS will provide EDUSOFT training Overview (faculty) Department-specific training | 1,2,3 | AP of Tech/Testing Department Chairs Edusoft Rep/District Trainer | Software Identify funds to use Technology specialist | Fall 2007 and ongoing | Teacher participation rosters Teacher surveys Department meetings Vision/Leadership meetings Staff surveys |
3.3 NHS will provide Zangle/Sims training on Attendance Gradebook Student profiles Reports | 1,2,3 | AP of Student Services Zangle Rep/District Trainer | Software Identify funds to use Technology specialist | Fall 2007 and ongoing | Teacher participation rosters Teacher surveys Department meetings Vision/Leadership meetings Staff surveys |
3.4 NHS will provide Teleparent Training | 1,2,3 | AP of Student services Teleparent rep/district trainer | Software Technology specialist Identify funds to use | Fall 2007 and ongoing | Teacher participation rosters Teacher surveys Department meetings Vision/Leadership meetings Staff surveys |
3.5 NHS will create Department resource libraries (digital and hardcopy) that are accessible and current | 1,2,3 | Department Chairs Teachers | Materials Identified place where resources are kept | Ongoing | Departmental annual updates Vision/Leadership meetings Staff surveys |
3.6 NHS will provide appropriate, effective access to technology for every stakeholder in the NHS community | 1,2,3 | Principal AP’s Site supervisor | Computer labs Technology specialist | Ongoing | Stakeholder surveys Stakeholder participation Stakeholder surveys |
3.7 NHS will create a presentation document that describes various clubs, organizations, programs, and support services available to stakeholders | 1,2,3 | Principal Club Sponsors Program heads Student Activities Director Counseling Staff | Publication Link (website) | Ongoing | Annual updates Vision/Leadership meetings Advisor input |
3.8 NHS will offer parent meetings/seminars for education trainings and buy-in of NHS resources (ie., Teleparent, Parent Connect, Clubs etc) | 1,2,3 | Principal/AP’s Department Chairs Site supervisor | Location | Ongoing | Parent survey Parent participation Increased usage in specific programs addressed |
3.9 NHS will continue to utilize Special Program Resources (Special Education, EIA/LEP, ABC , HRA(Human Relation Ambassadors) ) to support all stakeholders Develop awareness of special programs Develop pertinent strategies that can be implemented in classroom curriculum Develop and implement effective trainings to insure resources are used effectively in individual curricula | 1,2,3 | Administrator in charge of special programs Program sponsors Counselors Teachers | Special Ed programs/teachers Counselors Conflict resolution program information English Language development information. | Feb. 2008 Ongoing | Minutes of MELD meetings 504 plans, Individual Learning Plans Conflict resolution data Diversity retreats Attendance at Mainstreaming the Disabled programs |
3.10 NHS will utilize Special program resources (Library and Computer Center; Counseling/Career Center: Technology/Computer Labs) to support all stakeholders Develop awareness of special resources Develop pertinent strategies that can be implemented in classroom curriculum Develop and implement effective trainings to insure resources are used effectively in individual curricula
| 1,2,3 | Administrator in charge of Applied Tech Counseling Librarian Tech Chairman Counselors | Library Media Center Computer Labs Career Center | Feb. 2008 Ongoing | Use of Media Center (log) Use of Computer Labs (log) Use of Career Center (log) Agenda of programs held in various centers |