Annual Performance Report
Academic Year 2010-2011
The Annual Performance Report should compare the goals and targets of each section from your school’s Performance Agreement with the actual data from this past year. It should include:
• Student Achievement Goals and Targets
1. Achievement data by grade of any other assessment listed on your Performance Agreement. (see attachments)
2. Mean student performance in reading and math on the 2011 DCAS by grade compared to 2011 state averages by grade. (see attachments)
3. If you did not achieve to the level of your targets and/or did not meet or exceed the state average on the DCAS, please explain what your school will do to address student achievement for the coming year.
The Charter School of Wilmington has exceeded its DCAS targets for the 2010-2011 school year. Our Academic Award Summary is also evidence that our students and faculty are committed to continuous learning and achievement.
• Positive Student Behavior Goals and Targets
1. Percentage of students who were suspended/expelled in 2010-11.
0.1% of our student population were suspended or expelled in 2010-2011.
2. Number of incidents for which police reports were mandatory.
CSW did not have any incidents for which police reports were mandatory.
3. Describe the plan you have for improving student behavior for 2011-12 if you did not meet your stated targets.
CSW met its target for improving student behavior for 2010-2011. Under new leadership, CSW is committed to ensuring all our students are learning in a safe, friendly and nurturing environment.
• Parent Satisfaction Goals and Targets
1. A sample of the survey you used.
We used the 2010 Assessment of Standards for Accreditation Parent Survey created by the Middle States Association. (see attachments)
2. The number of parents surveyed, when they were surveyed, your survey method (letter, email, Survey Monkey, etc.), and survey results. The survey was emailed to all parents in November 2010. We achieved a response rate of 25% with 239 parents completing the survey.
3. Other indicators of parent satisfaction that you used.
During Parent/Teachers conferences, our administration checks in with our parents who are visiting to find out how we are doing and if parents have any concerns.
Parents are also invited to monthly public Board meetings at CSW to address the Board and CSW administration with any concerns or questions.
4. If parent satisfaction results did not meet target, please explain your plan to address parent satisfaction.
CSW administration and the school’s Middle States team evaluates the survey results and makes every effort to improve any weaknesses/concerns brought to our attention by our stakeholders.
Our new leadership has improved communications with our parents, students and faculty. President Charles Baldwin sends parents weekly emails and his messages are posted on the website. Our new website has also enhanced communications this year. We are also using Alert Now for emergency calls and emails.
• Enrollment Goals and Targets
1. Percentage relative to approved number. (see attachments)
2. Average daily attendance. (see attachments)
3. Plan to improve student enrollment and/or attendance if less than target.
The Charter School of Wilmington is on target with enrollment.
• Student Retention Goals and Targets
1. Percentage of students who have re-enrolled from 2010-11 to 2011-12. (see attachments)
2. Number of students who have left your school before the year is over or before the end of the charter school grades. (see attachments)
3. A summary of reasons why they left. (see attachments)
4. Graduation rate, if applicable. (see attachments)
5. Percentage of students who did not pass from one grade to the next. (see attachments) 6. Your plan to improve student retention.
The Charter School of Wilmington is on target with its student retention goals.
• Economic Viability
1. Provide a financial statement setting forth by appropriate categories the school’s revenue and expenditures and assets and liabilities. (see attachments)
2. Provide evidence that the school finished the year (June 30) with sufficient funds to cover teacher contracts? (see attachments)
3. If you did not, explain your plan to increase economic viability.
The Charter School of Wilmington has met its economic viability targets.
THE CHARTER SCHOOL OF WILMINGTON 100 N. DuPont Road Wilmington, Delaware 19807
The Charter School of Wilmington, is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), charter school located in Wilmington, Delaware’s Red Clay Consolidated School District, and was the first charter school in Delaware, founded in 1995. The program offers Delaware high school students a tuition free, four-year, college preparatory curriculum with a focus on Math and Science. Our mission incorporates a strong value system, promoting and developing integrity, citizenship, service, fitness, patriotism, leadership, teamwork and self-esteem.
• The Charter School of Wilmington was ranked 19 out of over 500 schools by U.S. News and World Report for Best High Schools for Math and Science (September, 2011).
• Charter is ranked #1 among all public high schools in Delaware, categorized “Superior”, and is meeting AYP in accordance with the No Child Left Behind Act, Based on student performance on the Delaware Comprehensive Assessment System (DCAS).
• It is important to note in the class of 2011, 71% of our graduates were accepted to Ivy League schools.
• U.S. News and World Report has ranked The Charter School of Wilmington #49 amongst the nation’s top 22,000 schools and the #10 charter school in the nation.
• Newsweek recently ranked CSW #36 in the America’s Best High Schools listing.
• In April 2011, CSW was reaccredited by the Middle States Association for meeting all the Association’s standards and for having a viable plan in place for improving student performance and increasing the school’s capacity to effect growth in student performance.
The uniqueness of the school is in the math and science oriented focus designed by original founding organizations, DuPont, Astra Zeneca, Christiana Care Health System, Verizon, Ashland, and Delmarva Power. A need was identified to provide an advanced Math and Science curriculum for young men and women of northern Delaware, thus enhancing the work force with outstanding young professionals.
The benefits of a school dedicated to math and science for young men and women in the Delaware community are far reaching. The expansion of the U.S. Army facility at Aberdeen MD, coupled with the expanded engineering and design curriculum at the University of Delaware, provides an opportunity for young men and women of Delaware to pursue math/science oriented careers, at a reasonable cost with locally enhanced employment opportunities.
The Charter School of Wilmington, 100 N. DuPont Rd., Wilmington, DE 19807, 302-651-2727
CSW answers our government’s call to merge the public and the private sectors in playing a role to ensure that young people are academically and socially trained for professional success. CSW will meet this challenge by establishing an ongoing mentoring relationship with each student, providing a safe, structured environment for activities during and after school hours to learn and grow, placing an emphasis on math and science, providing community service opportunities, and providing each student marketable skills through effective education, sports and other positive endeavors. Studies indicate that students who participate in extra curricular programs have a 91% lower drop out rate, lower suspension rate, higher or equal grade point average and higher or equal scores on standardized testing.
MISSION AND GOALS The mission of The Charter School of Wilmington is to engage highly motivated high school students who share an interest in math and science by providing a challenging, college preparatory curriculum in a safe, friendly and nurturing environment, an environment that integrates practical learning opportunities, sets high expectations, develops social responsibility and promotes a global perspective.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION CSW provides a rigorous college preparatory curriculum that challenges its highly motivated students. In keeping with its math/science orientation, each student is required to take at least one math and one science class each year. Course offerings include an extensive array of math, science and technology courses, as well as a comprehensive and highly regarded selection of courses in the humanities and the arts. The curriculum is enhanced with 17 AP courses, and includes many non-traditional courses: Polymer Science, Vertebrae Zoology, Differential Equations, Astronomy, and Oceanography to name only a few.
Extracurricular opportunities that enrich the school community and develop the many talents for our students are also a big part of life at CSW. Students participate in academic competitions of all kinds, there are over 60 student/mentor led clubs, and an inclusive competitive sports program. Despite inadequate sports facilities, CSW athletes compete at a very high level and have earned numerous state titles.
In addition to strong academic and extracurricular programs, CSW’s curriculum focuses on the development of informed and responsible citizens by:
Promoting habits of order and precision; Promoting a high degree of personal honor, self-reliance, and discipline; Developing respect for and an understanding of the need for constituted authority; Developing essential leadership potential; Expanding opportunities for young people to give back to their communities.
EVALUATION CSW will measure organizational success with fiscal accountability and the retention of its accreditation status. CSW will conduct annual financial audits. The educational program’s outcomes are measured by College acceptances, MSA reaccreditation, Delaware State Testing Program (DCAS), attendance records, report cards, Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), preparing for the Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT), parental satisfaction surveys, demonstrated student
The Charter School of Wilmington, 100 N. DuPont Rd., Wilmington, DE 19807, 302-651-2727 performance of proficiency in effective verbal and written communication and technology literacy, tracking hours of community service and through scholarship recipients.
BACKGROUND
In the early 1990’s, Governor Thomas Carper wanted to promote economic growth in Delaware. Governor Carper believed the charter school concept would be effective in improving public schools and would attract new businesses to Delaware. The Governor formed a consortium with the heads of six of the largest science-oriented businesses in the state and worked to pass the Charter School Law of 1995, which included a special provision to allow The Charter School of Wilmington to open in 1996. Market studies showed that parents were most interested in schools focused on math and science.
The Charter School of Wilmington (CSW) opened in the fall of 1996. With start-up monies of $ 590,000 provided by the business consortium to cover initial expenses and operating shortfalls, extensive recruiting, outreach, and public relations efforts, CSW began its first school year with 243 students in grades 9, 10, and 11. The school proclaimed the motto “Expect the Best” and introduced a very rigorous and expansive curriculum for college-preparatory students. CSW’s academic requirements initially included a three-year integrated mathematics curriculum prior to calculus, and a modular freshman science curriculum in chemistry, physics and geo-science.
Today, The Charter School of Wilmington has 970 students enrolled in grades 9-12 and maintains a waiting list of well over 100 applicants. We have adopted a new school motto: EXCELLENCE, COMMUNITY, LEADERSHIP, reflecting where we are and where we are focused.
EXPERIENCE Command Master Chief Charles Baldwin is the President of The Charter School of Wilmington. In addition to numerous distinguished service awards, he served in Vietnam and deployed on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower to Operation Desert Storm. In 1992, President Baldwin was one of four finalists for appointment as the Master Chief of the Navy. After retirement, he established the first NJROTC in the State of Delaware in Seaford, and a second NJROTC unit in Christina School District, where he received the Christina School District Citizenship Award and was selected as the Christiana High School, "Teacher of the Year." He has served as the Principal of George V. Kirk Middle School and in 2003, founded the nation’s first all Navy Charter High School. President Baldwin holds a Master’s Degree in Education. President Baldwin has been formally recognized for his community service by the Military Order of World Wars, The Military Order of the Purple Heart, Delaware Vietnam Veterans, East Coast Submarine Veterans, Delaware Lions Club, US Navy Fleet Reserve Association, the City of Wilmington City Council, State Legislature of Delaware, Congress of the United States and was recently awarded the Distinguished Service Medal by the Delaware Adjutant General.
If you have any questions about The Charter School of Wilmington, please contact: Charles Baldwin, President at [email protected] or (302) 651-2727.
The Charter School of Wilmington, 100 N. DuPont Rd., Wilmington, DE 19807, 302-651-2727 Aggregated Grade 9 Reading Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Fall 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 11,044 790±1 794±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 231 906±3 909±3 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 231 906±3 909±3
Aggregated Grade 9 Mathematics Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Fall 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 11,114 800±1 801±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 229 935±5 936±5 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 229 935±5 936±5
Aggregated Grade 10 Reading Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Fall 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 9,581 812±1 819±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 249 909±3 918±4 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 249 909±3 918±4
Aggregated Grade 10 Mathematics Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Fall 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 9,590 822±1 823±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 249 938±4 938±4 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 249 938±4 938±4 Aggregated Grade 9 Reading Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Winter 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 10,785 810±1 813±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 231 928±4 930±4 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 231 928±4 930±4
Aggregated Grade 9 Mathematics Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Winter 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 10,823 817±1 818±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 231 954±5 953±4 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 231 954±5 953±4
Aggregated Grade 10 Reading Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Winter 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 9,289 819±1 821±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 248 905±3 904±3 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 248 905±3 904±3
Aggregated Grade 10 Mathematics Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Winter 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 9,319 836±1 836±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 248 962±4 961±4 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 248 962±4 961±4 Aggregated Grade 9 Reading Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Spring 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 10,541 823±1 825±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 229 934±4 936±4 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 229 934±4 936±4
Aggregated Grade 9 Mathematics Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Spring 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 10,594 835±1 836±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 229 967±5 966±4 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 229 967±5 966±4
Aggregated Grade 10 Reading Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Spring 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 9,084 835±1 837±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 246 903±3 905±3 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 246 903±3 905±3
Aggregated Grade 10 Mathematics Scale Score and Performance Levels of Students in Charter School of Wilmington DCAS: Spring 2010-2011 Name Student Count Average Instructional Score Average Accountability Score
Delaware Department of Education 9,105 849±1 849±1 Charter School of Wilmington (70) 247 984±5 984±5 Charter School of Wilmington (295) 247 984±5 984±5 N/A 93% Science Science Science 99% 98% 100% 100% 100% 100% Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics MathematicsMathematics Science Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics 97% 98% 98% 98% 98% 100% Reading Reading Reading Reading ReadingReading Mathematics ReadingReading Mathematics Reading Reading Grade Grade Grade Grade Grade GradeGrade Reading GradeGrade Reading Grade Grade Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Percentage of Students Proficient Percentage of Students Proficient Percentage of Students Proficient Percentage of Students Proficient Percentage of Students Proficient Percentage of Students Proficient 10-11 DCAS - Fall - DCAS 10-11 10-11 DCAS - Winter - DCAS 10-11 10-11 DCAS - Spring - DCAS 10-11 N/A 98% Science ScienceScience Grade 99% 99% 99% 99% 99% 100% Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics MathematicsMathematics Science Mathematics Mathematics 99% 99% 99% 98% 100% 100% Reading Reading Reading Reading ReadingReading Mathematics ReadingReading Mathematics Reading Reading Grade Grade Grade Grade Grade Grade Grade Grade GradeGrade Reading GradeGrade Reading Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Grade 10 Percentage of Students Tested Percentage of Students Tested Grade 10 Grade 10 Percentage of Students Tested Percentage of Students Tested Grade 10 Grade 10 Percentage of Students Tested Percentage of Students Tested Grade 10 Grade 10 The Charter School of Wilmington Academic Award Summary 2010-2011 School Year
General Academic Performance
• The Charter School of Wilmington was rated 36 out of over 1000 schools by Newsweek Magazine (June, 2011) for the Top High Schools in the United States. • The Charter School of Wilmington was rated 49 out of over 1000 schools by U.S. World News and World Report (December, 2009). • The Charter School of Wilmington was rated 10 th on the list of Top Charter Schools in the U.S. by World News and World Report (December, 2009). • The Charter School of Wilmington continues to have the highest high school scores on every Delaware State Assessment Test. • In April 2011, CSW was reaccredited by the Middle States Association for meeting all the Association’s standards and for having a viable plan in place for improving student performance and increasing the school’s capacity to effect growth in student performance.
Team Awards
• First in state at the 2011 Academic Bowl Competition • First in the state at the 2011 Delaware Science Olympiad • First in the state at the 2011 Mock Trial Competition • First in state and nation at JV National History Bowl/Bee Competition • First Place in Delaware TEAMS Engineering Competition 2011 • First Place in 9 th Grade 2011 Regional Delaware Math League • First Place Delaware 2011 Odyssey of the Mind Competition • First Place Delaware 2011 Envirothon Competition • Gold Banner Winner for Jefferson Council Volunteer Awards
Individual Student Achievements
• 16 students selected as National Merit Semifinalists • 14 students selected as National Merit Finalists • 27 students selected as National Merit Commended Students • Three students honored as 2011 Presidential Scholar Finalists • One student named as Prudential Spirit of Community Award winner • Two students awarded 2010-2011 Siemens Award for Advanced Placement in Delaware • One student finalist for 2011 USA Biology Olympiad • Two Delaware Secretary of Education 2011 Scholars • One student honored as Channel 6 ABC 2011 Best of Class • One student awarded Delaware Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Award • One student awarded Comcast Community Leaders and Achievers Scholarship
Sports Achievements
• Girls Swimming and Diving Team won 2011 State Championship (their 4 th state championship in a row) • Girls Cross Country Team won 2011 State Championship (2 nd year in a row) • Many teams advanced to the state finals during the 2010-2011 school year. • Many CSW athletes received post-season All-Conference and All-State Honors
EXCELLENCE • COMMUNITY • LEADERSHIP FACTS
recent achievements status and focus of curriculum • “Superior performance” rating for overall school performance in Delaware Public Independently operated public school School accountability ratings. established in 1996 with a focus on • Top-scoring high school in the State on Delaware Math Assessments (1998-2011) mathematics and science. • Top-scoring high school in the State on Delaware Reading Assessments (1998-2011) • Top-scoring high school in the State on Delaware Writing Assessments (1999-2011) corporate sponsors • Top-scoring high school in the State on Delaware Science Assessments (2000-2011) The 1996 Consortium Member Companies • Top-scoring high school in the state on Delaware Social Studies Assessments include Bell Atlantic, Delmarva Power, (2000-2011) DuPont Company, Hercules, Inc., Medical • Highest average SAT scores in the State (among all public high schools) (2000-2011) Center of Delaware, and Zeneca, Inc. • National Merit Scholarship Winners (2002-2011) • First place in State at Delaware Science Olympiad (2000-2011) top one third in National Today, employees of these companies Science Olympiad continue to serve on the school’s Board • Academic Bowl-State Champion (2002-2011) 2009 National Champion of Directors. • State and National French, Latin and Spanish contest winners (2003-2011) • Most awards received at First State Journalism Contest (2004-2009) enrollment (2011-2012) • First place at Delaware Math League Invitational (both 9th grade team & 10th-12th 970 grade teams; 2000-2008) national ratings • Students placing first in the State individually Delaware Math League Invitational The Charter School of Wilmington was (2000, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2010) ranked 36 out of over 1000 schools by • Math League Press Team ranked 1st in the United States (2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2008) Newsweek Magazine (June, 2011) for the • First Place in Regional Delaware Math League (2001-2011) Top High Schools in the United States. • First Place in State in Delaware Envirothon (1999, 2000, 2002-2011) The Charter School of Wilmington was (1st place in North America - 2008) ranked #19 on the Best High Schools for • Most awards received by a school at Delaware Science Expo (1998-2011) Math and Science list by U.S. News & • First Place “Best of Show” Award at Delaware Science Expo (1999-2011) • First Place in Odyssey of the Mind Competition (2002-2011) World Report (September, 2011). • United States Presidential Scholar Student mission (2002, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010) The mission of The Charter School • United States National Physics Team (2002-2010); 36 semi-finalists and 11 national of Wilmington is to engage highly team members motivated high school students with an • 2003 gold medalist International Physics Olympiad; 2007, 2008 silver medalists International Physics Olympiad interest in math and science by providing • Three Davidson Fellows Scholarship Awards from the Davidson Institute for Talent a challenging college preparatory Development curriculum in a safe,friendly and • Delaware Mock Trial Competition 6 Time State Champions 2006-2011 and 3rd place in nurturing environment that integrates Nation 2008 practical learning opportunities, sets • World Quest State Champions 2007-2011; 4th place in Nation 2008; 9th in Nation 2009 high expectations, develops social • Delaware Chemical Olympiad State Winners (1999-2008) responsibility and promotes a global • National Senate Youth Scholar 2005, 2007 perspective. • USA Biology Olympiad semifinalist & finalist – Gold Medal International Competition 2008, 2009, 2011 other course requirements • FIRST Tech Robotics Regional Champion 2006, 2010 - Regional participant 2005-2010; 24 credits required for graduation World Championships participant 2005-2007 including: at least 10 credits in • TEAMS Engineering Competition - Varsity: First place regional 2002-2003, 2005-2010; mathematics and science; 4 years of National Champions 2003, 2006. JV - First place regional 2000, 2005-2007; National Champions 2007 english; 3 years of social studies; 2 years • Three Presidential Awardees for Excellence in the Teaching of Mathematics and Science of foreign language; health, physical • USA Today All-USA Teacher 2005 education, and electives. • 2009 Life Sciences Educator’s Award Columbus Scholar student:teacher ratio • Delaware State Chamber of Commerce Superstars in Education teaching award 19:1 • 2005, 2008 Governor’s Youth Volunteer Service Award • Superstars in Education Award winner average class size • First place Smart Drive Program scholarship winner (2008, 2009) 23 • State Brain Bee Champion 2010-2011; 8th in Nation 2011 college placement rate • 2011 Gold Banner Winner for Jefferson Council Volunteer Awards 98% FACTS
sports, clubs, activities bus transportation A Cappella Club PAW (People for Animal Welfare) Contracted bus transportation is Academic Bowl Physics/Astronomy Club provided throughout New Castle County. Alex’s Lemonade Club Politics Club Anime Club Project Hope dress code Art Club Red Clay Secondary Orchestra, Select Students must wear school shirts with Asian Culture Club Orchestra & String Quartet a visible Charter logo. Pants, shorts, Association for Computing Machinery Quilts for Kids slacks, and skirts must meet the CSW Bible Club Recreation Club dress code. Athletic shoes, dress shoes, Chemistry Olympiad Red Cross Club and sandals with straps may be worn. Chess Club Robotics Club No flip-flops are permitted. Clarinet Club Saxaphone Choir Concert Band Science Ambassadors important dates Cooking Club Science Olympiad Open House: Cure Club Senior Council October 22, 2011 9 a.m. to 12 noon Dungeons and Dragons Club Show Choir Dubstep Music Club Ski Club December 3 or 10, 2011 Placement Test Sophomore Book Club 7:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Entrepreneur Club Environmental Club Sophomore Council (for 8th grade students applying Spanish Honor Society for 9th grade) Envirothon Fencing Club Stock Market Game Support Our Soldiers admissions Fishing Club Engineering Competition Club Ms. Donna Urban Flute Choir World Quest (302) 651-2727 (phone) French Club Yearbook (302) 652-1246 (fax) Freshmen Readers YELL (Youth to Eliminate Loss of Life) [email protected] (e-mail) Future Educators of America Gay/Straight Alliance Youth 4 Youth address Global Health Outreach Baseball (varsity, junior varsity, freshman) The Charter School of Wilmington GLOW (Giving Love to the World) Boys & Girls Cross Country 100 N. Dupont Road Habitat for Humanity Boys & Girls Lacrosse Wilmington, Delaware 19807 Helping Indigenous People (varsity, junior varsity) www.charterschool.org Hope for Haiti Boys Basketball HUG (Helping Underprivileged Globally) (varsity, junior varsity, freshman) Incorporating Hope Boys Soccer Italian Club (varsity, junior varsity, freshman) Jazz Band Boys Volleyball (varsity) Jefferson Council Fall Cheerleading Junior Council (varsity, junior varsity) Key Club Field Hockey (varsity, junior varsity, freshman) Learning Lunches Football (varsity, junior varsity) Literary Magazine Girls Basketball MAC (Music for A Cause) (varsity, junior varsity, freshman) Marching Band Girls Soccer (varsity, junior varsity) Math League Girls Volleyball Math Modeling Teams (varsity, junior varsity, freshman) Mentoring Buddy Program Golf Mock Trial Indoor track (boys & girls) Model UN Outdoor track (boys & girls) National Honor Society Softball (varsity, junior varsity) Ocean Awareness Club Swimming (boys & girls) Odyssey of the Mind Tennis (boys & girls) Outdoor Club Winter cheerleading Patriots Club (varsity, junior varsity) Peer Leaders Wrestling (varsity, junior varsity)
100 N. DuPont Rd. Wilmington, DE 19807 Main Office (302) 651-2727 Main Office FAX (302) 652-1246 Web site: www.charterschool.org
Member of the National Consortium for Specialized Secondary Schools of Mathematics, Science and Technology
The Charter School of Wilmington : The school opened its Ability Groupings: Our academic programs are structured so doors in September of 1996 as one of the most significant each student is placed in a level that will challenge one without initiatives for improving public education in Delaware. A being overwhelmed. To accommodate the range of abilities at consortium of six local companies, together with teachers, The Charter School of Wilmington, we provide three levels of parents, and community leaders, has organized Delaware’s ability groupings which we call phases . Each student’s phase first independently operated public school with an emphasis is initially determined through placement testing required for on the study of math and science . Our school represents a acceptance and entrance into Charter. “quantum leap” in the way public schools operate. CSW is regionally accredited by the Middle States Association . Phase 3 College prep; average to above average ability - 75 th to 84 th percentile nationally The Charter School of Wilmington has a diverse student body of 970 students (one third students of color) reflecting the Phase 4 College prep; above average ability - community we serve. Our students represent eight different 85 th to 92 rd percentile nationally public school districts and multiple Catholic and Independent schools. Phase 5 College prep; highest ability - HONORS rd th Corporate Sponsors: The school is sponsored and 93 to 99 percentile nationally operated by a consortium of six companies including DuPont, Ashland Incorporated, Christiana Care Health System, Grade Point Average: Three phases exist prior to the AP level of Delmarva Power, AstraZeneca, and Verizon. courses (levels 3, 4, and 5) with Phase 5 being designated as Honors. Grade point average is determined on a 4.0 scale with slight weight Mission : The mission of The Charter School of Wilmington given to higher phases. Phase 4 receives .1 weight, phase 5 receives is to engage highly motivated high school students with an .2 weight and AP classes receive a .3 weight. All graded classes are interest in math and science by providing a challenging college counted in the weighted GPA . All GPAs listed are either interim or preparatory curriculum in a safe, friendly and nurturing final GPAs for the year listed. Unweighted GPA’s are available upon environment that integrates practical learning opportunities, request. sets high expectations, develops social responsibility and promotes a global perspective. Class Rank: Because Charter students are selected in a competitive admissions process that evaluates aptitude, achievement, and interest Focus : The special focus of The Charter School of in the study of mathematics, science, and technology, class rank is Wilmington is math, science and computer education. At least not published except for scholarship requirements. Percentile 10 of the required 24 credits must be earned in these areas. ranking is available upon request.
Curriculum : The program offers a challenging, college GRADING SCALE preparatory curriculum. To graduate from The Charter School A = 93-100 of Wilmington, students earn a minimum of 24 credits. All B = 85-92 students are also required to participate in the Science Fair C = 76-84 th (10 ). D = 70-75
Math 4.0 Science 4.5 F = 69 and below Numerical grades are not weighted on the transcript. Computer Science .5 Social Science 3.0 Math/Science/Computer 1.0 Physical Ed. 1.0 G. P. A. Distribution (Class of 2012) English 4.0 Electives 3.5 Number of Students = 246 Foreign Language 2.0 Health .5
As of 2010 – 2011 , CSW now operates on a modified block Weighted Unweighted schedule over a two day period. Students still may attempt 4.01 – 4.25 17% 0% seven credits if scheduling permits although fewer elective 3.76 – 4.00 13% 22% courses are now offered. 3.51 – 3.75 15% 16% 3.26 – 3.50 19% 16% Advanced Placement Courses: This year AP courses are 3.01 – 3.25 13% 18% offered in Calculus (AB & BC), Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, 2.76 – 3.00 11% 12% Physics C, Environmental Science, Computer Science A, English Literature, English Language, Latin: Vergil, Spanish 2.51 – 2.75 6% 10% Language, French Language, Psychology, U. S. History, U. S. 2.26 – 2.50 3% 3% Government and Economics. Few students may schedule AP 2.00 – 2.25 3% 3% Studio Art with a neighboring school. Students may not take Below 2.00 0% 0% more than 3 AP courses annually unless a waiver is requested and granted . 2012 Class National Merit Semifinalists – 25
2012 Class National Achievement Semifinalists - 2 CEEB SCHOOL CODE : 080164 2012 Class National Merit Commended Students - 33 President: Charles W. Baldwin
College Counselors: Mary E. Maslar 2012 Class PSAT median: CR-61.2, M-62.6, WR-58.6 Ryan Mitchell
Guidance Counselors: Sharon Bryant 2011 Class SAT average (1934): Cr-618, M–643, Wr-611
Jon Gillespie 2011 Class: 98 % (4 yr.), 1 % (2 yr.), 1% (other inc. Holly Schaefgen military, work and travel) College Counseling Secretary : Maria Fiscella
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2010 Assessment of Standards for Accreditation - Parent Survey
1. Number of children at each grade level
Response 0 1 2 3 4 5+ Count
62.1% 27.3% Elementary/Lower School 6.1% (4) 3.0% (2) 0.0% (0) 1.5% (1) 66 (41) (18)
38.2% 50.6% Middle School 10.1% (9) 0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 1.1% (1) 89 (34) (45)
78.2% 19.7% High/Upper School 0.4% (1) 1.3% (3) 0.0% (0) 0.4% (1) 239 (187) (47)
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2. Total number of Years my child/children have attended this school
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skipped question 5 3. Do you have a child in any of the following special programs?
Response Response
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Interscholastic Athletics 62.4% 123
Performance Arts 19.8% 39
Special Education 1.0% 2
English as a Second Language 0.0% 0
Honors/Advanced Placement/IB 76.1% 150
Other (please specify) 6.6% 13
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4. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
Rating Response 1 2 3 4 d/k Average Count
The school’ s philosophy and 28.8% 65.5% mission are understandable and 3.1% (7) 2.2% (5) 0.4% (1) 3.57 229 (66) (150) widely publicized. (1.1, 1.5)
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The governing body (Board of Trustees, School Board, Superintendent) and school 11.5% 39.9% 35.3% leadership (Principal, Assistant 6.4% (14) 6.9% (15) 3.12 218 (25) (87) (77) Principal, Head of School, Director) provide effective leadership to the school. (2.5, 2.21)
The governing body and administration maintain positive 13.4% 36.4% 43.3% 5.1% (11) 1.8% (4) 3.20 217 relationships with parents, students, (29) (79) (94) and the community. (2.16, 2.31)
The governing body and school leadership follow appropriate 31.5% 50.0% 13.9% guidelines concerning 2.3% (5) 2.3% (5) 3.50 216 (68) (108) (30) confidentiality in communications. (2.15, 2.30, 2.36)
The governing body and school leadership assure that all school programs and activities are well 34.4% 48.4% planned, supervised, staffed with 5.1% (11) 7.9% (17) 4.2% (9) 3.32 215 (74) (104) qualified personnel, and given appropriate resources. (2.12, 2.28, 2.34)
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8. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
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School improvement plans are developed with broad- based 41.9% 37.2% 11.2% 3.7% (8) 6.0% (13) 3.27 215 community participation and input. (90) (80) (24) (3.1)
Information about the school’s goals and plans for improvement 38.9% 47.4% 2.4% (5) 8.5% (18) 2.8% (6) 3.35 211 are communicated to the public. (82) (100) (3.2)
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9. Comments
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skipped question 223 10. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
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Financial resources are used 34.4% 32.1% 22.6% 3.8% (8) 7.1% (15) 3.23 212 appropriately. (4.2) (73) (68) (48)
Adequate financial resources are 10.6% 29.3% 36.5% 14.4% available to support the educational 9.1% (19) 2.52 208 (22) (61) (76) (30) program. (4.5)
Families and community members have opportunities to provide input 42.9% 28.3% 15.6% 4.7% (10) 8.5% (18) 3.12 212 into the school’ s financial planning. (91) (60) (33) (4.6)
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11. Comments
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skipped question 203 12. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
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The school facility is healthy, safe, 20.8% 46.2% 25.0% 4.2% (9) 3.8% (8) 2.96 212 and well maintained. (5.1) (44) (98) (53)
The school facility offers adequate 30.0% 42.3% 17.4% space and equipment for high 6.6% (14) 3.8% (8) 2.73 213 (64) (90) (37) quality student programs. (5.3)
The school offers adequate space 13.3% 53.6% 24.6% for safe entry, exit, and traffic flow 5.7% (12) 2.8% (6) 3.00 211 (28) (113) (52) within the facility. (5.6)
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13. Comments
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Teachers, administrators, and support staff members are 28.3% 63.2% 2.4% (5) 4.7% (10) 1.4% (3) 3.55 212 qualified and competent to meet (60) (134) student needs. (6.4, 6.22)
Staff members display 31.3% 56.9% professional satisfaction and good 1.4% (3) 7.1% (15) 3.3% (7) 3.49 211 (66) (120) morale. (6.14)
Staff members display 29.9% 64.0% commitment to the school and 1.4% (3) 3.8% (8) 0.9% (2) 3.58 211 (63) (135) dedication to their work. (6.15)
School families and the community 26.7% 68.6% display commitment to, pride in, 1.4% (3) 2.9% (6) 0.5% (1) 3.63 210 (56) (144) and support of the school. (6.17)
Members of the staff, students, 29.5% 66.7% and families feel safe in the 1.4% (3) 1.0% (2) 1.4% (3) 3.64 210 (62) (140) school. (6.18)
The school has a written code of 22.4% 72.4% student conduct that supports the 1.4% (3) 1.0% (2) 2.9% (6) 3.71 210 (47) (152) learning environment. (6.19)
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15. Comments
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skipped question 217 16. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
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The school has a plan to deal with 30.5% 51.0% 16.2% emergencies, accidents, and 1.4% (3) 1.0% (2) 3.56 210 (64) (107) (34) illnesses. (7.1)
The school has adequate health 27.8% 46.9% 22.0% 1.9% (4) 1.4% (3) 3.53 209 care at all school functions. (7.2) (58) (98) (46)
The school communicates with parents and staff members as 32.9% 59.5% 1.4% (3) 0.0% (0) 6.2% (13) 3.60 210 needed about students’ health or (69) (125) physical needs. (7.9)
Students have the opportunity to develop skills that will contribute to 34.4% 52.6% 1.4% (3) 2.4% (5) 9.1% (19) 3.52 209 personal wellness and a healthy (72) (110) lifestyle. (7.12)
The school has an effective system to control access to the 14.4% 32.5% 34.4% 12.9% 5.7% (12) 3.10 209 school by visitors or other (30) (68) (72) (27) outsiders. (7.13)
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17. Comments
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skipped question 224 18. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
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The school program provides 16.3% 82.3% instruction in basic core academic 1.4% (3) 0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 3.79 209 (34) (172) subjects. (8.2)
The school program provides instruction in courses such as the 26.0% 70.2% 0.5% (1) 3.4% (7) 0.0% (0) 3.66 208 arts, health, physical education, (54) (146) and world languages. (8.3)
Information about the educational program, school policies, and other 27.1% 67.1% information is available in written 1.0% (2) 1.4% (3) 3.4% (7) 3.66 207 (56) (139) form to students and their parents. (8.10)
The educational program is 26.9% 66.8% designed to meet students’ needs. 1.9% (4) 3.4% (7) 1.0% (2) 3.60 208 (56) (139) (8.14)
The educational program provides a smooth transition from elementary 35.3% 50.2% 10.0% 1.5% (3) 3.0% (6) 3.49 201 or middle school to secondary (71) (101) (20) school. (8.28)
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19. Comments
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16
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skipped question 226 20. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
Rating Response 1 2 3 4 d/k Average Count
The school leadership and staff are committed to and accept 31.1% 58.7% 1.9% (4) 5.3% (11) 2.9% (6) 3.51 206 responsibility for student learning. (64) (121) (9.1)
The school provides regular 32.7% 57.6% communication about how well my 2.0% (4) 7.8% (16) 0.0% (0) 3.46 205 (67) (118) child is learning. (9.14)
In general, students are achieving 20.4% 73.8% at levels expected by the 1.5% (3) 0.5% (1) 3.9% (8) 3.73 206 (42) (152) community. (9.15)
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21. Comments
Response
Count
15
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skipped question 227 22. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
Rating Response 1 2 3 4 d/k Average Count
Counselors, administrators, teachers, and other staff members 40.5% 52.2% 2.0% (4) 4.4% (9) 1.0% (2) 3.44 205 provide students with guidance and (83) (107) support. (10.2)
Career awareness activities are 30.9% 47.1% 14.7% provided by counselors and/ 1.5% (3) 5.9% (12) 3.45 204 (63) (96) (30) teaching staff. (10.5)
The school meets students’ 42.4% 48.8% transportation needs, as 1.5% (3) 4.9% (10) 2.4% (5) 3.42 205 (87) (100) appropriate. (10.13)
The school provides an adequate, 43.3% 35.5% 12.8% nutritional food service program, as 1.0% (2) 7.4% (15) 3.30 203 (88) (72) (26) appropriate. (10.15)
Programs to address students’ 18.5% 23.4% 54.1% special learning needs are in place. 1.5% (3) 2.4% (5) 3.39 205 (38) (48) (111) (10.19)
Psychological, social work, and 29.9% 32.8% 32.4% other services are available to 1.5% (3) 3.4% (7) 3.39 204 (61) (67) (66) support student learning. (10.20)
The school has procedures for placement of students in 27.5% 64.2% 1.0% (2) 4.9% (10) 2.5% (5) 3.59 204 appropriate programs and levels. (56) (131) (10.23)
Communication from the school is 35.0% 57.1% clear, accurate, and up to date. 1.5% (3) 5.4% (11) 1.0% (2) 3.49 203 (71) (116) (10.26)
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24. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
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The school offers a variety of 20.1% 77.5% 2.0% (4) 0.5% (1) 0.0% (0) 3.73 204 student activities. (11.1) (41) (158)
Staff members and others who sponsor student activities are 25.1% 64.0% 1.5% (3) 2.5% (5) 6.9% (14) 3.63 203 qualified and provide appropriate (51) (130) student supervision. (11.3)
The school recognizes student 28.9% 57.4% accomplishments in meaningful 2.5% (5) 3.4% (7) 7.8% (16) 3.53 204 (59) (117) ways. (11.4)
Relationships between staff and 29.6% 63.1% students show respect, fairness, 1.5% (3) 3.9% (8) 2.0% (4) 3.57 203 (60) (128) and understanding. (11.5)
The school holds events that 39.2% 51.5% include staff, families, and 2.5% (5) 3.9% (8) 2.9% (6) 3.44 204 (80) (105) children. (11.6)
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26. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
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The school provides students with 42.4% 38.9% 13.8% adequate library/media services. 1.0% (2) 3.9% (8) 3.38 203 (86) (79) (28) (12.1)
Technology resources are well- 37.1% 39.1% 11.9% 2.5% (5) 9.4% (19) 3.28 202 maintained and up to date. (12.8) (75) (79) (24)
Staff and students receive 39.1% 41.6% 11.9% adequate training in the use of 3.0% (6) 4.5% (9) 3.35 202 (79) (84) (24) technology. (12.9)
The school has plans in place to 30.2% 41.6% 20.8% keep pace with changes in 2.0% (4) 5.4% (11) 3.41 202 (61) (84) (42) technology. (12.11)
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28. Evaluation Scale: 1- Strongly Disagree 2- Disagree 3- Agree 4- Strongly Agree DK- Don't Know
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This parent survey covered all 46.9% 42.9% major aspects of the school that 3.1% (6) 6.1% (12) 1.0% (2) 3.31 196 (92) (84) are important to me.
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29. If it did not, what aspects were omitted? Please add any other comments that you feel may be helpful contributions to the school as it seeks to identify its strengths and the areas in which it needs to improve.
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skipped question 207 The Charter School of Wilmington September 30, 2010 Enrollment
Public School District 9th 10th 11th 12th Totals % Colonial (34) 2 12 5 8 27 2.8% Christina (33) 45 40 46 43 174 17.9% Red Clay (32) 136 168 150 152 606 62.4% Brandywine (31) 29 18 30 16 93 9.6% Appoquinimink (29) 17 9 16 19 61 6.3% Smyrna (24) 1 1 1 3 6 0.6% Capital (13) 1 0 0 0 1 0.1% Ceasar Rodney (10) 1 1 0 0 2 0.2% Other (99) 0 0 0 1 1 0.1%
Totals 232 249 248 242 971 100.0%
Racial Data 9th 10th 11th 12thTotals % American Indian 2 0 0 0 2 0.2% Black 8 17 14 18 57 5.9% Asian 63 67 55 45 230 23.7% Hispanic 7 7 5 5 24 2.5% Caucasian 152 158 174 174 658 67.8%
Totals 232 249 248 242 971 100.0%
Gender 9th 10th 11th 12thTotals % Male 109 122 131 123 485 49.9% Female 123 127 117 119 486 50.1%
Totals 232 249 248 242 971 100.0% Excused Unexcused Total Absence Total Present Total MBR Average Daily Attendance 3190 3392 6582 153796 160378 95.90% Student Retention Goals and Targets
Students Retained Students Withdrew Total Percentage 717 12 729 98.35%
Student ID Student Name Withdrawal Date Entry With Withdrawal Code 11/5/2010 TO BRANDYWINE 1/21/2011 TO APPOQUINIMINK 1/3/2011 TO OUT-OF-STATE SCH 10/4/2010 DECEASED 4/1/2011 OTHER 1/13/2011 TO OUT-OF-STATE SCH
Seniors Graduated Did not Graduate Grad Rate 241 239 2 99.17%
**All Students passed from one grade to the next** The Charter School of Wilmington Balance Sheet June 30, 2011
ASSETS
Current Assets State Account 40,349.43 Local Funds 3,458,114.64 Consortium Funds 609,017.14 Annual Fund Account 9,275.71 Petty Cash Account 21,042.29 Prepaid Expenses 5,618.01 Accounts receivable - State 596.00
Total Current Assets 4,144,013.22
Total Assets 4,144,013.22
LIABILITIES AND CAPITAL
Current Liabilities Accounts payable 542,012.38 Accrued Compensatory Wages 86,644.00 Accrued Wages 985,376.46
Total Current Liabilities 1,614,032.84
Total Liabilities 1,614,032.84
Capital Fund Balance 2,641,222.66 Net Income (111,242.28)
Total Capital 2,529,980.38
Total Liabilities & Capital 4,144,013.22 THE CHARTER SCHOOL OF WILMINGTON Financial Report For the Twelve Months Ended June 30, 2011
BUDGET ACTUAL REVENUES Charges to school districts 2,612,869 2,607,620 State aid 5,683,736 5,847,073 Federal aid 27,588 17,347 Federal stimulus aid 78,754 78,754 Federal Education Jobs Funds 74,797 Other Grants 97,986 97,986 Earnings on cash and investments 62,000 36,917 Current year annual fund 90,000 169,114 Other revenues 43,300 50,184 Total revenues 8,696,233 8,979,792
EXPENDITURES Current: Salaries 4,766,446 4,981,268 Employment costs 1,819,843 1,884,545 Travel 13,000 4,913 Contractual services 189,962 206,025 Communications 23,700 21,452 Insurance 28,000 26,832 Transportation-buses 895,000 882,269 Land/Building/Facilities 621,166 602,885 Repairs and maintenance 1,000 Other contractual services 109,265 134,804 Supplies and materials 189,615 214,158 Computer/Word Processing/Software 156,061 116,127 Capital outlay 76,000 15,756 Contingency - State assessment 38,430 Total expenditures 8,927,488 9,091,034
EXCESS OF REVENUES OVER EXPENDITURES (231,255) (111,242)
RELEASED FROM PRIOR YEAR FUNDS AND RESTRICTIONS 231,255 143,813
NET CHANGE IN FUND BALANCES - 32,571