Garland Independent School District Sachse High School 2014-2015 Campus Improvement Plan
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Garland Independent School District Sachse High School 2014-2015 Campus Improvement Plan Sachse High School Campus #010 1 of 43 Generated by Plan4Learning.com December 3, 2015 9:58 am Mission Statement Sachse High School will continue to strengthen a foundation that will foster responsible citizenship and lifelong learning. Our students will be prepared for success in academics, community involvement, and the development of good character. Sachse High School Campus #010 2 of 43 Generated by Plan4Learning.com December 3, 2015 9:58 am Table of Contents Comprehensive Needs Assessment . 4 Demographics . 4 Student Achievement . 6 School Culture and Climate . 8 Staff Quality, Recruitment, and Retention . 10 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment . 12 Family and Community Involvement . 14 School Context and Organization . 18 Technology . 19 Comprehensive Needs Assessment Data Documentation . 24 Goals . 26 Goal 1: Learning Environment- We will provide a secure learning environment that allows active student participation and opportunities to collaborate through relevant content and instruction. 26 Goal 2: Digital Tools- We will develop processes and applications to achieve the equitable distribution of digital resources, along with adequate training and support for implementation. 28 Goal 3: Learning Standards- We will develop an aligned, standards-based system which will be delivered consistently where each child will receive the basic foundations in addition to challenging and relevant learning. 28 Goal 4: Assessment- We will develop a consistent, yet flexible system of assessing students' progress with appropriate feedback and ensure this system is clearly communicated to students, staff, parents and the community. 28 Goal 5: Learning Organization- We will promote and support innovative and exemplary curriculum, professional development, and instructional practices in order to continuously enhance teaching and extend learning. 29 Goal 6: Accountability- We will monitor and maintain key performance indicators to assess progress toward goals. 31 Goal 7: Partnerships- We will create a variety of partnerships, including families, colleges, businesses, and community organizations that establish avenues to vault student success. 38 State System Safeguard Strategies . 39 State Compensatory . 40 Personnel for Sachse High School: . 40 2014-2015 Campus Improvement Team . 41 Campus Funding Summary . 42 Sachse High School Campus #010 3 of 43 Generated by Plan4Learning.com December 3, 2015 9:58 am Comprehensive Needs Assessment Demographics Demographics Summary Sachse High School is a diverse school, with a growing Hispanic population. EOC scores from the subpopulations are higher than state averages with graduation rates increasing and dropout rates decreasing. Still, SHS has room for improvement with regard to diversity of staff mirroring the student population, class size needing to be reduced, increasing diversity in the gifted and talented programs, and addressing the over-representation of African Americans and ELL students with regard to dropout rates. Demographics Strengths According to SHS information extracted from tables documenting race and ethnicity data, annual dropout rates, graduation rates student assessment data, the demographic strengths for SHS are as follows: 1. Sachse High School is a diverse school that is seeing a growing Hispanic student population. 2. Dropout rates have consistently decreased over the past years. 3. Graduation rates are consistently increasing over the past years. 4. Ethnic subgroups have higher than state average passing rates on EOC scores. Demographics Needs According to the Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR) employee data, student data by subpopulations, and class size data, the demographic needs, in order of priority, are as follows: 1. Diversity of the staff needs to be better reflected with Sachse High School student population, especially Hispanic ethnicity and male staff members. Sachse High School Campus #010 4 of 43 Generated by Plan4Learning.com December 3, 2015 9:58 am 2. Over-representation of number of dropouts in African American and ELL students need to be addressed. 3. Teacher/Student class size ratio is above state and district average and should be addressed with additional hiring of highly qualified teachers. 4. Diversity in gifted and talented programs needs to be increased to better reflect our student population. Sachse High School Campus #010 5 of 43 Generated by Plan4Learning.com December 3, 2015 9:58 am Student Achievement Student Achievement Summary Sachse High School has met standard under the alternative education accountability (AEA) provisions. Constant data analysis through departments and administration with an accent on high-performance has provided an increase in student achievement. In order to meet the 21st century expectations, Sachse High School will: Prepare students for higher performance standards projected for STAAR (State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness). Continue analysis on performance of all students groups on “common assessments” to reinforce closing achievement gaps across all sub-groups. Focus on “College Readiness” by improving student participation and performance in Advanced Placement and Dual Credit course especially with African-American and Hispanic students. Student Achievement Strengths 1. State Accountability; Met Standard (2013). 2. Met and surpassed district advanced academic goals of gains in four areas, AP College Level Scores, Distinguished achievement program graduates, National Merit Scholarship Winners and SAT/ACT Scores for all College Bound Students at 30% or higher to receive credit. 3. Recognized school (2008-2009 and 2009-2010). 4. School met AYP performance standards (2003-2010). 5. From 2007-2010 TAKS student performance indicates continuous growth between student groups in all subjects in both proficient and commended scores. 6. Increased student enrollment for Dual Credit courses (From 2008-2009 school year to 2009-2010 increased from 18% to 25%). 7. Consistent graduation and completion rate of 90% or higher. 8. Consistent progression from grade to grade in standardized assessments and overall classroom performance. Sachse High School Campus #010 6 of 43 Generated by Plan4Learning.com December 3, 2015 9:58 am Student Achievement Needs The following needs have been identified after an examination of current accountability data related to student assessment data and data on student subgroups found on the TAPR. Student Achievement needs are listed in priority order: 1. Increase rigor in the classroom to meet readiness standards for STAAR EOC assessments. 2. Identify “best practices” to decrease failure rates and improve overall instruction in math and foreign language courses, especially for Special Education students. 3. Increase student participation and performance in Advanced Placement and Dual Credit, especially with African American and Hispanic students. 4. Focus on improving standardized assessment scores for all English Language Learners (ELL). Sachse High School Campus #010 7 of 43 Generated by Plan4Learning.com December 3, 2015 9:58 am School Culture and Climate School Culture and Climate Summary Discipline data from Review 360 shows that 35% of discipline incidents come from ninth grade student’s failure to comply with rules. This indicates a need for a ninth grade transition program that better prepares the incoming freshmen for high school responsibilities and expectations. Discipline data from Review 360 shows that 15% of the high school’s ethnic population (African American) accounts for approximately 30% of the discipline cases, indicating a need to close the discipline gap between subpopulations. Better connection between students, teachers, administration, clubs and the African American population should be a focus in 2014-2015. Classroom walkthrough data shows that about half of the classrooms observed were not showing differentiated instructional strategies for Special Education, ESL, and other student groups. Classroom walkthrough data shows that student work is being produced at a low level of Blooms Taxonomy. College and career readiness demands that classroom instruction be at the top level of Blooms Taxonomy. The student survey shows that approximately 30% of students do not feel like they are part of their school, nor do they feel close to people at school, showing a disconnect. This indicates a need for clubs to advertise their groups better and be more inviting to others. This also indicates that bullying may be a problem to be addressed. School Culture and Climate Strengths 2013 Region 10 ESC Climate and Culture focus group indicates: 1. Teachers promote a positive school culture, encourage and maintain a safe classroom environment, and demonstrate care. 2. Teachers demonstrate respect for diversity and relationships through equality and equity in the classroom. 3. Sachse High School maintains several clubs and organizations for diverse groups such as the Gay/Strait Alliance, Multicultural Committee, Fired Up Dancers and Showstoppers. School Culture and Climate Needs Sachse High School Campus #010 8 of 43 Generated by Plan4Learning.com December 3, 2015 9:58 am According to the SHS and GISD comprehensive assessment process and analyzing data from the Review 360 discipline program, student and teacher surveys, and classroom walkthrough data, it was found that the school culture and climate's greatest needs, in priority order, are: 1. A ninth grade transition program that better