2019-2020 Norman E. Day Elementary School Improvement Plan

75 East Prescott Street Westford, MA 01886 978-692-5591 http://day.westfordk12.us

Norman E. Day Elementary School School Improvement Plan 2019-2020

School Advisory Council Members:

1) Chris Louis Sardella Principal Signature:______

2) Joseph Jussaume Parent Signature:______

3) David Lundgren Parent Signature:______

4) Ruth Margetts Parent Signature:______

5) Ramya Soman Parent Signature:______

6) Sarah Rebilas Grade 3 Teacher Signature:______

7) Brenda Muskavitch Grade 5 Teacher Signature:______

8) Roger Whittlesey Grade 5 Teacher Signature:______

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School Improvement Plan Purpose

School Improvement Plans, as described by the legislation, are created to contain some or all of the following elements:

1. Climate conducive to high expectations and performance

2. An assessment of: - The impact of class size on student performance - Student-to-teacher ratios - Ratios of students to other supportive adult resources

3. Professional development for the school’s staff and allocation of any professional development funds in the school budget

4. Enhancement of parental involvement in the life of the school

5. School safety and discipline

6. Establishment of a school environment characterized by tolerance and respect for all groups

7. Extra-curricular activities

8. Means for meeting, within the regular programs at the school, the diverse learning needs of as many children as possible, including children with special needs currently assigned to separate programs

9. Any further subjects the principal, in consultation with the school council, shall consider appropriate

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Norman E. Day Elementary School Data

Note: Student achievement and race/ethnicity data is for 2018-2019; Enrollment Data is for 2019-2020

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Goal #1: Promote a school culture that focuses on social-emotional development, positive behavioral interventions, ​ accountability, and mutual respect for all members of the school community.

Rationale: In addition to core academics, our school values social-emotional learning and preparing students to be ​ respectful and responsible members of their communities. Strategy Time Line Responsible Resources Success Measures Parties Required

Research and pilot consistent 2019-2020 Guidance social emotional ● Report detailing plan for implementation of curriculum for social emotional Counselor, curriculum (e.g. social emotional curriculum learning. School Second Step, Open Administration Circle, Emotional ● Data from pilot program in consultation ABCs) with SEL team Implement appropriate Fall 2019 Guidance Day School staff, ● Data from student/staff use of sensory room procedures and protocols for the Counselor, sensory equipment use of sensory room including Student Support ● Feedback from staff and students professional development for Staff, teachers. Occupational Therapist Initiate a collaborative problem 2019-2020 School Think Kids ● Feedback from staff and students solving approach to behavior Administration curriculum, PBIS management. in consultation resources with SEL team Teach students how common Monthly all School Common Core ● Observation data of student behavior core values are integrated with school Administration Values, District behavioral expectations. meetings and Guidance Resources on ● Lessons developed for all school meetings Counselor Google Drive, Cobra Council Time SIP Element(s) Addressed: 1, 5, 6, 8

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Goal #2: Increase student achievement and opportunities to apply understanding through inquiry based learning, ​ writing across multiple forms and genres for a variety of audiences, and project based learning in all content areas.

Rationale: Based on an analysis of student data and district curriculum priorities, the Day School has chosen focus ​ areas to support teachers with on-going professional development. Strategy Time Line Responsible Resources Success Measures Parties Required

Implement writing from sources Monthly Humanities new writing ● Student achievement data from school created through coaching and curriculum Coordinator, assessments, PD assessments and MCAS professional development meetings Literacy Specialist ● Feedback from faculty after PD sessions Enhance teachers’ understanding Fall 2019 Humanities PD ● Formative data from student writing of spelling patterns and Coordinator, strategies. Literacy ● Feedback from staff Specialist Participate in professional 2019-2020 Humanities Inquiry Design ● Inquiry design units created and used in all grade development about the inquiry during Coordinator, Model: Building levels design process for the new district Literacy Inquiries in Social ● Feedback from faculty after PD sessions History and Social Sciences professional Specialist, Studiesby Swan, ​ framework development Teachers Lee, and Grant days 2018 MA HSS Framework

Pilot Bridges to Intervention 2019-2020 Student Support Bridges to ● Student achievement data from program for special education Teacher, STEM Intervention subgroup students. Coordinator Program Volumes I and II

SIP Element(s) Addressed: 1, 2, 3, 8

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Goal #3: Provide resources and time for staff to form a professional learning culture that focuses on staff ​ development and collaboration. Rationale: Collaborative school cultures help to drive instructional improvement and improved student outcomes. ​ Strategy Time Line Responsible Resources Success Measures Parties Required

Provide time and resources for 2019-2020 School substitutes and ● Data showing utilization of peer observation opportunities for coaching and Administration schedules opportunities observations ● Feedback from staff about usefulness of collaborative opportunities

Utilize curriculum 2019-2020 School schedules ● Data showing utilization of coaching coordinators for coaching Administration, observation opportunities opportunities Curriculum Coordinators, ● Feedback from staff about usefulness of and Teachers collaborative opportunities Increase opportunities for 2019-2020 School schedules ● Schedules that reflect common planning time common planning for grade Administration level teams ● Feedback from staff

SIP Element(s) Addressed: 1, 3, 8

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Goal 4: Develop and practice consistent protocols and practices to ensure the safety and well being of all members ​ of the Day School community. Rationale: It is a top priority to ensure a physically secure and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. ​ Strategy Time Line Responsible Resources Success Measures Parties Required

Develop efficient protocols for Fall 2019 School school visits, ● Emergency Kits in all classrooms emergency management Administration in resources from procedures including fire drills, consultation with other elementary ● All staff awareness of emergency protocols and ALICE, bomb threats, etc. Crisis Management , safety kits, procedures Team maps Train designated staff members Fall 2019 School Nurse and substitutes, CPR ● Designated staff are trained in CPR and other emergency Designated Staff training resources response care. Assess the condition of facility 2019-2020 School safety report ● Report sent to Facilities Director and to ensure consistency in safety Administration in Superintendent (e.g. classroom doors) consultation with Head Custodian

SIP Element(s) Addressed: 2, 5

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