Saginaw High School 2014-2015 Annual Education Report Janice Davis; Principal

March 23, 2016

Dear Parents and Community Members:

We are pleased to present you with the Annual Education Report (AER) which provides key information on the 2014­15 educational progress for Saginaw High School. The AER addresses the complex reporting information required by federal and state laws. The school’s report contains information about student assessment, accountability, and teacher quality. If you have any questions about the AER, please contact Saginaw High School at 989.399.6000 for assistance.

The AER is available for you to review electronically by visiting the following web site http://www.spsd.net, or you may review a copy in the main office at your child’s school.

Saginaw High School had less than 10% of students proficient in ELA, math, social studies and science for the 2014­2015 school year. Saginaw High staff is working to improve tests scores for all students, in all subject areas. At the end of this letter, you can read about the many points of pride for Saginaw High School.

On the following pages you will find information regarding: ● A description of our school ● Student enrollment and assignment to our building(s) ● The core curriculum ● The status of our school improvement plan ● 2014­15 Student achievement data ● Parent­Teacher conference statistics ● College Credit/Enrollment *High Schools only*

We are continuously working on the improvement of Saginaw High School students’ achievement. We are making progress toward ensuring that all students are academically proficient, lifelong learners as well as college and career­ready. We have embarked on a plan for improving instruction and maintaining a culture of learning for our school. In the truest sense of the definition of a Trojan, we will continue to be courageous and determined to prepare our students to become successful in a 21st Century global economy.

Respectfully,

Janice Davis Principal Saginaw High School

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Saginaw High School is a comprehensive public high school that serves students residing in the city of Saginaw. Therefore, students are assigned to the school based upon their address or open enrollment and school of choice policies that are available through the school district. Saginaw High School is a fixture in the community is strongly supported by the citizens of the city of Saginaw. There is a tremendous pride attached to the school and it’s history.

Parents, students and teachers may access a copy of the district’s common core curriculum on the district website, under the Instructional Division tab at www.spsd.net. Saginaw High School follows the State Standards as adopted by the State of Michigan. MAISA units are used in the core subject areas, which include the state standards and learning targets.

Step 1: www.spsd.net Step 2: Click on Departments Step 3: Click on Instructional Division Step 4: Click Common Core selection under Curriculum Links

Goals Progress

Getting Started Implementation Monitoring

Goal 1:Math ­ All students at Saginaw High School will demonstrate achievement of the CCSS for their appropriate grade level

Strategies:Best Practice Instruction for all Students ­ x Through the use of Best Practice Instruction for all students, all staff will have a solid understanding of the Rigor and Relevance Framework in order to implement it in their classrooms, integrating technology. Research

Goal 2:Science ­ All students will demonstrate proficiency in the application of science practices.

Strategies:MTSS ­ Staff will develop a MTSS for x

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students identified as needing additional support. Technology based interventions are Tier 2 supports while structured tutoring is a Tier 3 support.

Goal 3:Reading ­ All students at Saginaw High School will demonstrate achievement of the CCSS for their appropriate grade in level in reading

Strategies:Reading PLC's ­ All staff will engage in x PLC's and strategically developed professional development to address achievement gaps and to support student learning in all content areas. Professional development is needed on how to effectively implement professional learning communities to meet the unique needs of Saginaw High School.

Goal 4:Stable and High Performing Organization ­ Saginaw High will become a stable and high performing organization to promote the success of

Strategies:College and Career Ready Culture ­ Staff x will provide multiple opportunities for students to gain knowledge, participate in hands­on experiences and be prepared to select a pathway to a college career or vocation.

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Saginaw High School had parent support that consists of monthly PTSA meetings. The PTSA supports school academic and climate initiatives. The PTSA is a strong community partner for Saginaw High School. The Parent Conferences for Saginaw were attended by 280 parents in the fall and 210 parents in spring of the 2014­2015 school year.

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Description Number of Students Percentage

Dual Enrollment 0 n/a

College Equivalent Courses (AP/IB) 0 n/a

Students Receiving College Credit 0 n/a

Saginaw High School Points of Pride for 2014­2015 About Our School Showcasing Our Success

1. S aginaw High School Senior Class of 2015 has collectively earned a total amount of $ 1,010,948 in scholarships. The Top Ten graduating seniors for the Class of 2014 are: (1) Kaleisha Euell (2) Arizsia Staton (3) Anyia Taylor (4) Irene McNair (5) Jatimah Perkins (6) Taylor Winters (7) Alexus Thomas (8) Nathaniel Woods (9) Alexis Essex (10) Martell Carter.

2. C lass of 2015 Accomplishments · 1 00% of seniors applied and accepted to college · 9 3% students filled out a FAFSA · A ll public universities came to Saginaw High School to do admissions presentations. · S eniors accumulated approximately $1,010,948 in scholarship Programs and Activities

A ll English class had at least two college workshops 6 13 cumulative one­on­one meetings with students 123 juniors and seniors registered to take the ACT 4 th Annual Bridge to College Day with over 25 alumni and community presenters On site admissions with SVSU, U of M, Wayne state and MSU 7 students will travel to the U of M and Wayne State over the summer to participate in science and college preparatory camps. College Trips Seniors campus tours to Eastern Michigan & Central Michigan University, U of M and Wayne state University Juniors and Seniors visited SVSU pre­college workshop Sophomores and juniors toured Wayne State University 10 sophomores and juniors participated in the 2 nd annual Experience Day for top students from around the State of Michigan. I n partnership with the Oakland University William Beaumont (OUWB) School of Medicine, 44 sophomores and juniors toured Oakland University and were exposed to medical labs and vary medical career pathways.

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3. T aking Steps Toward a Brighter Future, for Saginaw High School Science Students. Dr. Ann Norris recently spoke to students in Mr. Mike Servinski’s Earth Science class. She talked about Photovoltaic and the need for sustainable energy solutions. The talk followed a donation from Dr. Gregg Zank, of five Periodic Table of Elements, for the walls of five science classrooms at Saginaw High School. Saginaw High School teacher, Mr. Michael Servinski, has hydroponics room in the SHS greenhouse. The hydroponics unit is used to grow plants using only fertilized water. The hydroponics unit incorporates worm beds to break down recycled organic matter, producing nutrients (fertilizer) to help the plants grow. Saginaw High School will continue to expand the Greenhouse project in the 2014­2015 school years to include some elementary buildings and the start of community gardens at some Saginaw Public School buildings.

4. I n October and November Dow Corning had research chemists come to the chemistry class over a five­week period to teach about silicon based products and their uses. At the end of the two presentations the students did labs to make super balls and lotion. Both activities were based on what was learned in the presentations. These presentations and demonstrations are designed to give the students an idea of how their chemistry knowledge can be applied in the real world.

5. S aginaw High School, English 11­ students created a poetry book. Each member of the class was required to submit a poem and received a copy of the book

6. T he Freshman Book club read 1934 pages by 10 students for a grand total of 19,340 pages or 60 books. The Upper Class Book Club read 1816 pages by an average of 14 students for a grand total of 25424 pages or 70 books.

7. S HS had 50 people to attend the Stand up Awards. All senior students were issued a scholarship. All students enjoyed a well­prepared breakfast and the opportunity to win great prizes. Horace Mann Insurance Agency hosted this event; these 50 students are known for “Doing The Right Thing”.

8. A ctive National Honor Society advisor, Miss. Guster, Our NHS Spring Induction and Distinguished Alumnus Program: 11 present NHS senior members, 8 new Seniors inducted, 24 new Juniors inducted. Junior, Sophomores, Freshmen – Academic Club members were awarded certificates also. Each NHS student is required to do 20 hours community service. NHS students volunteered their services at multiple areas such as, local hospitals, nursing homes, soup kitchen, area churches, school exchanges, and youth groups to name a few.

9. Sports Annual Report: SVL Football: Johnny Barney 2n d Team, Neven Simington 2n d Team, Vance Martin 2n d Team, Anthony Robinson Honorable Mention, Elijah Woods Honorablr Mention, Cecil Granberry Honorable Mention, Steven Gaddy Honorable; SVL 10. Kenisha Newson 2n d Team, Arizsia Staton Honorable Mention; SVL Volleyball: Kenisha Newsom 2n d Team/ALL STATE; SVL Boys : Ronquavius Southward 1 st Team, Eddie Thigpen Jr., Honorable Mention, Thomas Stuckey Honorable Mention; SVL Girls Basketball: Tyasia Robinson 2n d Team, Darqavia Avery Honorable

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Mention; SVL Boys Track/Girls Track: Childress Cannon 100/Long Jump ALL STATE, Girls Track: Jala Taylor Long Jump. SVL Scholar Athletic Of the Year: Arizsia Staton and Jalen Parham. Lamar Woodley Football Camp 450 participates. Draymond Green Basketball Camp participates 220.

11. Y.E.S. Club (Young Educator’s Society) Advisors: Mrs. Emma Morrison, Ms. Crystal Luckyado, Mrs. Ramona Allen YES Club Students volunteered at Jessie Loomis first their 21s t Century After­School Program spearheaded Can Food Drive for TV 12 Spirit Week over 300 items were donated to the Michigan Food Bank; Partnered with the American Breast Cancer Society and sold Pink Lemonade to raise $60.00 all funds were donated to the American Cancer Society; Raised $100.00 for the Saginaw Rescue Mission “Teenage Homeless Awareness Month (November) and was awarded a plague for 3r d place of all school that participated.

12. The Mighty Marchin’ Trojan Band continues to represent the Saginaw High School community performing at all home football and basketball games providing an exciting environment. As part of their annual holiday celebration, The Marching Trojans once again took on their community service project by collecting 112 board games to donate as gifts for young children in the community. The Mighty Marchin’ Trojan Band traveled to Jacksonville, Florida during the holiday break, to perform at the TaxSlayer Bowl, formerly known as the Gator Bowl. In Jacksonville, the band competed in a field show competition where they took Second Place in the Class AA Division. They also completed in parade competition, where they took Third Place in the Class AA division.

13. S aginaw High School Science and Saginaw Valley State University Chemistry Departments created a partnership with the help of the Midwest Campus Compact STEM Consortium to re­establish the SHS Greenhouse through Service Learning. Throughout this project, students receive an educational experience that is built into SHS’s science curriculum that will teach them how to grow sustainable fresh fruits and vegetables using indoor/outdoor hydroponics and vermin­culture systems 365 days a year. Physics and Chemistry teacher Mr. Michael Servinski and a group of students transplanted 50 to 60 vegetable plants that were grown in the SHS’s greenhouse to the Saginaw Community Garden Project.

14. M ake a Difference Day 2014­15, 20 SHS students spent one day this spring as an opportunity to give back to their community. Teams of students, along with adult support complete many necessary projects at public parks in Saginaw and assist with local WWII Veterans homes in need. Students were asked to complete many duties including: painting, construction projects, yard work, clearing vacant lots, pulling weeds and planting flowers. The students helped to make Saginaw a better place and had an opportunity to give back.

th th 15. T he Saginaw Valley State University GEAR­UP program exposed the 9 & 11 graders to higher education opportunities with a college visit, renowned poet visit & college tutors assisting with students needs. They also provided classroom presentations to promote student academic success.

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16. S HS Social Studies Club participated in the Titans Challenge. The Titans Challenge is an economic challenge. Students compete in a simulated business, which challenges them to make decisions on budgeting, allocation, and investing capital in a business venture. This year SHS partnered with First Merit Bank for the third year in a row. The relationship that the SHS has become a lasting and positive.

17. T he Social Studies Club participated in Law Day. A competition that allow students to complete in a real courtroom before a real judge. The cases are chosen by the Saginaw County Bar Association. Students are judged based on their appearance, preparation and professionalism.

18. S HS male students participated in the Michigan State Police Leadership Academy. The purpose of this academy was to build responsibility, respect and trust.

19 S aginaw Valley State University Tutoring Partnership Program had Rhasaad Baisidi work closely with SHS Math Department tutoring in Mrs. Jean Herta and Mr. Edward Whitney classes focusing on test­taking skills as well as advanced mathematical concepts.

19. S aginaw High School formed a partnership with to provide a dual enrollment experience in Math and English to seniors for college credit.

20. S aginaw High School again participated in the salmon in the Classroom project. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Trout Unlimited chapters in Michigan sponsor that. The Leon Martuch chapter of Trout Unlimited has sponsored Saginaw High for the past two years. This project allows the students to observe the life cycle of the salmon in real time. It also provides many real world example of how the salon fry struggle for survival. These examples lead to questions and discussions that helped to lead into almost all units of the classes being taught.

21. S HS, Safe & Supportive School, back to school fitness program for students and staff with Ron Davis from BBR. Think Success, Respect Education.

22. Saginaw High School started a Job Club this past school year working in conjunction with Michigan Rehabilitation services for students with special needs and individual education plans. Mr. Neering acted as the advisor; students were involved in drafting resumes, cover letters and holding mock interviews as well researching careers. The club has 21 students involved, they attended a job fair where 20 potential employers and vocational schools held on the spot interviews several of the students gained employment throughout the school year and one received an internship. Job Club members were also involved in a career pathways program in the areas of nursing, health, computer technology, automobile repair and business.

23. Ms. Crystal Luckyado was selected among numerous outstanding teachers nominated to receive the 2015 Teacher of the Year Award.

24. Health classes had very special support people working with them this year. Amanda Formark, Health Educator, from the school­based health center taught lessons on

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25.. The Teen Advisory Council (TAC) met 29 times during the 2014­2015 school year, typically meeting every Tuesday. Topics discussed included: Respect, Bully Prevention, Alcohol/Drug Prevention, Restorative Justice, HIV, Flu Prevention, Goal Setting, Healthy Relationship, Nutrition, STI Prevention & Testing, and Teen Pregnancy Prevention. TAC is completely student­run with a segment for health education done by Ms. Amanda Forsmark, Health Educator. The group is self­sustaining and the students create different projects and initiatives that they would like to take place at school and in the community.

26. Gregory Daniels, Senior TAC member was named the regional winner of the Future’s Without Violence Respect Challenge. Greg was awarded a $2,500 scholarship as well as a $250 Macy’s gift card. In additional, Greg was able to choose a non­profit to receive $2,500 and naturally he chose the Teen Advisory Council. On Tuesday, December 9, 2014, Greg was notified that he won by a surprise press conference. For news coverage of this event you may go to:

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27. Partners with PAYS (Prevention & Youth Services): The SBHC & SHS partnered again for the 2014­2015 school year with the local PAYS agency in order to implement a 10 week evidence­based drug/alchol prevention. The SBHC and TAC participated in Mental Health Awareness Week, which was coordinated by Kaylea Doering, SBHC Socal Worker. Students as well as staff wore green to raise awareness, and TAC members held a small “Social norms” campaign by posting signs to destigmatize mental illness and/or receiving mental health services. Saginaw High School Homecoming the TAC/SBHC set up a tailgate tent and handed out tailgating treats, and SBHC flyers. In additional, the TAC encouraged people at the tailgate to do the “Respect Challenge” and over 40 people participated in the challenge.

28.Trojan Share Closet: The SBHC & TAC continues to supply the “Trojan Share Closet” at SHS. This is an opportunity for students in need to receive clothing and toiletries and other personal needs. To date, over 100 students have benefitted from the share closet. Recently, some money fron a local organization was donated to purchase winter gear (hats, scarves & gloves) along with clothing racks for the room. Several TAC members helped to organize the “Share Closet” so that it looks appealing to students in need.

29. In 2012, the Team Advisory Council won the National Respect Challenge and $10,000 for the group. For the past 3 years, they have been using some of this money to give back to the community by doing an annual “Adopt­a­Family” project for Christmas. Each year the TAC takes $500 out of their budget and goes to Macy’s to adopt 2­3 families from the Underground Railroad, Inc. This year was a little different. When the store manager at Macy’s was contacted about this project, she was very excited and wanted to help out. In addition to the $500 contributed by the TAC, Macy’s contributed $1,000 to go towards the families!!! When the students arrived at Macy’s, a large group of staff was there to greet the students and cheer them on for their willingness to give back. They had a “VIP Room” set up for the students to relax and

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30. The 4t h SHS Health Fair was conducted on May, 14, 2015, coordinated by Ms. Tiffany L. Pruitt, safe & Supportive Schools Building Liaison. Vendors included: SHS, PTSA, Word­Up Magazine, Consumers Energy, Red Cross, Saginaw Fire Dept, Stars Bus, Miles of Styles, Tri­City Chiropractic, S. Max Systems of Care, PAYS, VA Hospital, Child & Family Services, CAN Council, SBH, Underground Railroad, Health Delivery, Health Plus, SCCMH, Birth­5, Delta College, , SVSU, Full Sail University. ATC members created 10 stations that focused on different areas of prevention including: Teen pregnancy prevention, STI/HIV prevention Alcohol prevention, Nutrition, Health

31 Saginaw High Safe & Supportive Schools Parent/Community Engagement Practices: Tiffany L. Pruitt, S3 Project Manager; Tanya Welch, Parent Liaison; There were a total of 13 Parent workshops conducted for the 2014­2015 School Year, which addressed the six components in March 2015, parent Liaison held a parent informational for parents which gave parents resources on summer employment for students with the hopes of reducing bully type behavior and or violence during the summer/out of school time.

32. S aginaw’s Centric Program focuses on academic achievement of male students in grades 6­12. Cecil Pulliam, a Saginaw High junior, was one of the several candidates to attend the trip. In addition, on June 17 th, Cecil was selected to meet with the administrative team of President Barack Obama’s “My Brother’s Keeper” initiative.

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