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Introduction Segerstrom High School Santa Ana Unified School District Est. 2005 Table of Contents Santa Ana Board of Education……………………………………………….……….………ii Santa Ana Unified School District Administration………………………………….….……iii Segerstrom High School Administration…………………………………….…….…...……iv Members of the Visiting Committee………………………………………….……...….…...v Focus on Learning Leadership Team…………………………………………..……....……vi Academic Council…………………………………………………………..……........……vii Classified Staff…………………………………………………………………..………….viii Chapter 1: Student/Community Profile……………………………….…….…..……..…….1 Chapter 2: Summary of Analysis……………………………………………..……..……...52 Chapter 3: Progress Report……………………………………………….………...………55 Chapter 4: Self-Study Findings Organization…………………………………………………………………………59 Standards-Based Student Learning: Curriculum…………………..……..…………74 Standards-Based Student Learning: Instruction…………………..…….….……….85 Standards-Based Student Learning: Assessment…………………..……….………95 School Culture and Support……………………………………….…………….…106 Chapter 5: Schoolwide Action Plan………………………………………………….……118 Appendix Common Acronyms Master Schedule SARC Graduation Requirements Graduation Flowchart SPSA CAHSEE Plan Guided Study Schoolwide Writing Program Fundamental Structures AP Contract Fundamental Compact Tutoring Schedule Houses Segerstrom High School Santa Ana Board of Education 1601 East Chestnut Avenue Santa Ana, CA 92701-6322 Mission Statement The Santa Ana Unified School District is dedicated to high academic achievement, in a scholarly and supportive environment, ensuring that all students are prepared to accomplish their goals in life. Board of Education Jose Alfredo Hernandez President Rob Richardson Vice President Audrey Yamagata-Noji, Ph.D Clerk John Palacio Member Roman Reyna Member ii Segerstrom High School District Administration Jane A. Russo Superintendent Cathie A. Olsky, Ed.D Deputy Superintendent Ronald Murrey Associate Superintendent, Business Services Juan M. Lopez Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Herman Mendez Assistant Superintendent, Elementary Education Alex Ayala Assistant Superintendent, Secondary Education Doreen Lohnes Assistant Superintendent, Support Services Joe Dixon Assistant Superintendent, Facilities/Governmental Relations Angela Burrell Public Information Officer iii Segerstrom High School Segerstrom High School Administration Amy Avina, Ed.D Principal David Casper Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Instruction Katrina Callaway Assistant Principal, Student Activities Bill Mocnik Assistant Principal, Guidance Jonathan Swanson Assistant Principal, Student Services iv Segerstrom High School Members of the Visiting Committee Mr. William Christelman WASC Chair Assistant Principal Mr. Vernon R. Barlogio Member Principal Ms. Lori Eshilian Member Principal Mr. Torray Jonte Johnson Member Teacher Mr. Eric Daniel Lopez Member Assistant Principal Mr. Oscar Macias Member Assistant Principal Mr. Michael R. Mooko Member Teacher v Segerstrom High School Segerstrom High School Focus on Learning Leadership Team Self-Study Coordinators Laurie Dugan Bill Mocnik Mathematics Department Chair Assistant Principal, Guidance Organization: Vision and Purpose, Governance, Leadership and Staff, and Resources Yvonne Alonzo Physical Education Teacher Stephanie Stotelmeyer Special Education Department Chair Standards-Based Learning: Curriculum Sean Decker Social Studies Teacher Mark Henson Music Teacher Standards-Based Learning: Instruction Sara Jordan Social Studies Teacher Neeta Joshi Mathematics Teacher Standards-Based Learning: Assessment Chris Bradshaw Social Studies Teacher Christy Hargrave English Teacher School Culture and Support for Student Personal and Academic Growth Frank Alvarado Athletic Director Adriana Huezo Higher Education Coordinator Student/Community Profile Committee Terri Verhaegen, Title I Coordinator Jerry Wheeler, Lead Counselor Martin Jespersen, Teacher Andrea Rojas, Athletic Secretary/ASB vi Segerstrom High School Segerstrom High School Academic Council Amy Avina, Ed.D Kate Harkins Principal English Dave Casper Laurie Dugan Assistant Principal, Curriculum and Mathematics Instuction Lorraine Gerard Katrina Callaway Social Studies Assistant Principal, Student Activities Maureen Angle and Jane Siesel Bill Mocnik Science Assistant Principal, Guidance Rosalia Escutia and Jeanette Martin Jonathan Swanson Foreign Language Assistant Principal Raul Garcia Frank Alvarado Visual and Performing Arts Athletic Director Jeff Watts Terri Verhaegen Physical Education Title I Coordinator Stephanie Stotelmeyer Jerry Wheeler Special Education Guidance Stephanie Wotring Maria Lara Librarian ELD vii Segerstrom High School Segerstrom High School Classified Staff Stevie Johnsonbaugh Mario Alvarado Office Manager Robert Alvarez Concepcion Cruz Irasema Perez Margarito Torres Registrar Jose Velasquez Custodial Night Staff Cristina Arambul Jose Flores Jim Hunt Erika Islas Senior Grounds Keeper Office Staff Cathy Pimental Maria Herrera-Diaz Library Media Tech Elizabeth Leon Jose Pena Sandy Hollinger Instructional Assistants Cafeteria Manager Fred Sutton Andrea Rojas Stage Manager/Technology Athletic Secretary/ASB Nick Boonmag Tanya Khurgel Jaime Gonzalez Music Accompanist Oscar Hernandez District Safety Officers German Ruvalcaba Cecelia Rios Veronica Plascencia Custodial Day Staff Athletic Equipment Maureen Joyce Athletic Trainer viii Chapter 1: Student/ Community Profile Segerstrom High School Santa Ana Unified School District Est. 2005 Segerstrom High School Chapter 1: School/Community Profile THE COMMUNITY: Segerstrom High School is one of six comprehensive high schools within the Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD). Serving a vibrant and diverse community, the school is located within the city of Santa Ana in Southern California's Orange County. The city is bordered by Costa Mesa, Garden Grove, Tustin, Irvine, Stanton, Westminster, Anaheim, and the city of Orange. With a population of over 349,123 (2000 census), the city of Santa Ana is 76.1% Hispanic, 12.4% White, 9% Asian, 1.3% African American, and 1.3% other. Santa Ana has separate and unique sections within the city offering a multitude of diverse benefits and incentives to its businesses and residents. Through redevelopment, tremendous strides have been made throughout the city in creating new business opportunities. Computer and learning centers are located throughout the city to provide access to the Internet. There are seven community colleges within the area, two California State Universities (Long Beach and Fullerton) and the University of California, Irvine in the neighboring city of Irvine. In addition, there are several private universities and colleges within a short commute such as Vanguard, Concordia, Chapman, Art Institute, and FIDM. The City of Santa Ana has a long and proud history and works with community leaders from neighborhoods, community based organizations and service clubs to improve the quality of life for residents. The city is home to the Bowers Museum, Discovery Science Center, and Santa Ana Zoo. The Orange County Performing Arts Center and the Santora Building of the Arts are also nearby. THE DISTRICT: The mission for the SAUSD directly states: "The Santa Ana Unified School District is dedicated to high academic achievement, in a scholarly and supportive environment, ensuring that all students are prepared to accomplish their goals in life.” As the seventh largest district in California, Santa Ana Unified covers a 24 square mile area served by 63 schools serving 54,369 students. This K-12 district employs over 6,680 full and part time employees serving 6 comprehensive high schools, 2 continuation high schools, a middle college high school, 36 elementary schools, 9 intermediate schools and 8 charter schools. The Rockefeller Institute of Government lists Santa Ana as number one in "Urban Hardship" and placed the city on the "Nation's Toughest Places to Live." Serving a large urban community presents many challenges for schools. Recognizing these challenges, the Board of Education set goals for the district as part of a strategic plan for reaching their vision. • Academic Achievement- Equip students to achieve their highest academic potential. • Prepared Students- Assure that students are prepared to succeed in higher education and to accomplish their life goals. • Quality Academic Programs- Offer rigorous and outstanding learning opportunities and will be aligned with state standards and federal guidelines. • Strategic Allocation of Resources- Be accountable for using resources wisely, efficiently, 1 Segerstrom High School and strategically to support District goals. • Clear Communication- Communicate clearly, consistently, responsively, and proactively in a timely manner with all stakeholders. • Parent and Community Relationships-Promote and develop positive relationships with all segments of the community in order to foster open communication, accessibility, and pride in schools. • Outstanding Employees- Recruit, select and retain caring, competent, and qualified staff. • Exemplary Facilities- Assure that all facilities are safe, effective, well-maintained learning environments. • Success Focus- Cultivate, recognize, and celebrate success. These guidelines represent the district philosophy and fundamental belief that all students should have access to a quality education, and that given the opportunity, all students can be successful. The district values diversity among cultures as well as genders and languages. Student learning is a top priority. These