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Forestbrook Middle SchoolSchool Renewal Plan2017-21April 2017 Our Vision:Forestbrook Middle School, as part of Horry County Schools, shares the vision is to be a premier, world-class school in which every student acquires an excellent education. Our school will be welcoming center organized around high-quality teaching and learning.Our Beliefs:Our vision is guided by a set of Beliefs that serve as the foundation for all our efforts. Foremost, we believe that…Our purpose is to develop the potential of each student and ensure that all graduates become productive members of their community, able to adapt to a diverse, ever-changing world. We also believe that…We have the obligation to challenge every student to meet higher academic standards than his/her current level. In order to accomplish this, we believe that…Our students deserve exceptional and passionate staff who share our CORE VALUES. Our core values are stated as expectations for staff members:We put service to students above all else.We take responsibility for the success of all students.We care passionately about our work with students.We build strong positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community.We model and promote civility and integrity.We must also provide support for continuous improvement for students and staff.We believe…Our students’ learning opportunities are enhanced when multiple approaches for learning are provided and positive relationships are formed. And…All who share our schools deserve a safe, respectful and nurturing environment.Finally, acknowledging that we all have a role in reaching our vision, we believe that…Partnerships among family, community and school are imperative to students’ social and academic success. ?Performance GoalsStrategies/Action PlansSTRATEGY 1:Purpose and DirectionWe will maintain and communicate at all levels a purpose and direction for continuous improvement that commits to high expectations for learning as well as shared values and beliefs about teaching and learning. Action Steps TimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation1.1: Describe the steps for how the school reviews, revises, and communicates the school’s annual plan for student success. Include: Involvement of stakeholders in this Renewal Plan process, the annual Performance Goals, and the Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) plans.Create a culture of focus using the PDSA yearly, based on data, trends and needs of our school2016-2017 Goals90% of all students in grades 6-8 at Forestbrook Middle School will achieve a score of Met or Exemplary (60%) in Science and Social Studies on the Spring PASS test in 2017.75% of all students will meet their Fall 2016 to Spring 2017 Target Growth Goal as measured by the Spring 2017 MAP Reading and Math tests.Students in grades 6-8 at Forestbrook Middle School will increase their overall “ready” score on SC Ready by two percentage points by the end of the 2016-2017 school year in ELA and Math.Department heads led reflective conversations at the end of the school year to identify successes, areas for improvement, and goals for the coming school year Leadership Team met prior to the beginning of the school year to discuss our school-wide focus and needs Have a strategic plan for these goals and have provided each department opportunities for feedback Discuss these goals during weekly subject-specific collaboration meetingsSchool goals, strategic plan, and PDSA plan will be shared with teachers in the professional development meetings at the beginning of the school year, and a complete copy of the PDSA is uploaded to the FMS Teachers Google Classroom to provide access by all teachers Communicate school-wide goals, strategic plan, and PDSA in subject-specific collaboration meetings, Advisory Board meetings, School Improvement Council meetings, and PTO meetings* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017-2018 and ongoingLeadership Team (Administration, Guidance, Department Heads)Teachers$0N/APDSAAssessment ResultsAgendas from PTO/School Improvement Council/Advisory Board meetingsAgendas from faculty meetingsAgendas from collaboration meetings1.2: Describe the steps for how the school will work to create a culture around the shared values and beliefs for student achievement.Monitoring Program EffectivenessProgress monitor current programs and school initiatives to determine effectiveness on student achievementSchedule observations by learning and program specialists to ensure proper implementationData Teams/Collaboration GroupsParticipate in data reflection with collaboration groups led by instructional coaches during weekly collaboration meetingsSchedule teacher conferences with administrative team to discuss their data three times a yearEnsure self-reflection by analyzing classroom data using reflection sheets. List strategies that they used in previous years that contributed to SC Ready scores, SC PASS scores, EOC scores, and current MAP and Benchmark scoresIdentify strategies for implementation for improvement on areas identified based on dataPlan & create semester calendar to ensure pacingClassroom Instruction CriteriaImplement professional development regarding classroom look fors and HCS instructional modelIdentify research-based instructional strategies used in highly successful classroomsUtilize data to determine level of classroom engagementEnsure focus on classroom environment Ensure differentiation of instructionEnsure implementation of blended learningReview data related to classroom walk throughs and look for trends and patterns to share with facultyProfessional Development Develop school level professional development focusing on:Utilizing strategic teaching using data and increasing student test scores Ensuring teacher collaboration and progress monitoring Implementation of common assessments for all academic subject areasUtilizing student feedback strategicallyImplementation of South Carolina College and Career Ready standardsEnsure alignment to district staff developmentProviding opportunities for national and state conferences for staff to study best teaching practices and instructional strategies* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017-2018and ongoingAdministrationInstructional Coaches Department HeadsTeachers$20,000Professional Development FundsAgendas from learning specialists’ visitsData team agendasTeacher reflection formsProfessional development registration formsProposal for the Use of Professional Development FundsConference registration formsPDL Classroom Visit FeedbackClassroom walkthrough data1.3: Describe the steps for how the school will enhance communication with internal and external stakeholders to improve understanding of the school’s purpose, direction, and performance.Stakeholder PerceptionsUtilize student, teacher and parent report card survey data to determine next steps Utilize social mediaPlan quarterly grade-level assembliesEnsure extracurricular events for studentsHold monthly PTO/School Improvement Council meetingsProvide opportunities for stakeholders to understand school vision through updates and messages Communication with StakeholdersAdminister and/or provide teacher/student/ parent surveyMonitor stakeholder satisfactionFMS Social Media Expand the school’s presence, identity, initiatives, and accomplishments throughout the community through a variety of media, including increased use of social mediaUtilize electronic communications in distributing the FMS visionEnsure distribution of print and electronic communications Business PartnersMaintain and update Partners in Education Wall quarterly to recognize their support of FMSEnsure Partners In Education are invited to Career Day, Veteran’s Day, and school-wide assembliesDevelop plan for incentive sponsorship for students with our Partners In Education contactsPowerSchool Parent PortalProvide table at registration and open house for parents to pick up their PowerSchool access codeEnsure PowerSchool reminder is placed on the website, newsletter and daily emailsEnsure office staff is trained to check ID’s and help parents with accessEnsure students given passwords to access their gradesParent/Family InvolvementMeet monthly with School Improvement CouncilMaintain and expand our current Parent Teacher OrganizationSchedule IGP meetings for all 8th grade students and parentsSchedule and plan Parent-Teacher conference nights for each semesterEnsure transition planning with feeder elementary schools and high schoolsDevelop incentive programs for student achievementUtilize fall and spring Scholastic Book Fair as an opportunity to host Muffins for Moms and Doughnuts for DadsDevelop a schedule for Watch D.O.G Dads programPlan & develop in-school and out-of-school social events * NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017- 2018 and ongoingAdministrationInstructional CoachesWebmaster/Facebook AdministratorGuidanceTeachersData Quality Clerk$0N/AAssembly programsPTO/School Improvement Council agendasState survey resultsWebpage/Facebook page updatesIGP Conference RecordsNewslettersSTRATEGY 2:Governance and LeadershipWe will operate under governance and leadership that promote and support student performance and school/system effectiveness.Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation2.1: Describe the steps for how the school’s leadership will promote and support improved professional practice and improved students’ success at the local level.Promoting Improved Professional Practice and Student SuccessDevelop PDSA plans yearly Utilize results from surveysUtilize test dataUtilize Strategic Plan monitoring Ensure Principal’s Cabinet meetings monthlyFollow district, state, and federal regulations and procedures Encourage participation in leadership programs and professional development opportunitiesPlan monthly meetings with department headsMonthly faculty meetingsDevelop plans for school clubs and organizationsComplete state teacher evaluationsComplete support staff evaluationsPlan and support collaboration meetingsMonitor student achievement through benchmarks and school report cardFoster a culture of mentoring with faculty and staffDevelop collaborative long-range and content-specific lesson plansDevelop a system to allow peer observation across the curriculaEncourage school leaders to be guest teachers/ instructors for planned lessons* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017- 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachersClub Advisors$0N/APDSA PlanPrincipal’s Cabinet Meeting AgendasLeadership Meeting Accountability DocumentationFaculty Meeting Agendas/PresentationsCollaboration Meeting DocumentationStudent data reportsFMS Data RoomProfessional development registration formsProposal for the Use of Professional Development FundsCollaborative Lesson PlansDistrict Learning Specialists’ Feedback and Next Steps plansSTRATEGY 3:Teaching and LearningWe will have curriculum, instructional design, and assessment practices that guide and ensure teacher effectiveness and students learning across all grades and courses.Performance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: SC READY ELAAt least 90% of students in grades 6-8 will score “Approaching” or above in ELA by 2021. Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentages will be met.Data Source: SC READY ELA (Percentage of students scoring “Approaching, Meets, or Exceeds”) Interim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016 Baseline20172018201920202021Grade 6GOAL:ACTUAL:88.388.6488.9889.3289.6690.0Grade 7GOAL:ACTUAL:89.189.2889.4689.6489.8290.0Grade 8GOAL:ACTUAL:87.187.6888.2688.8489.4290.0Performance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: SC READY ELAAt least 65% of students in grades 6-8 will score “Meets” or above in ELA by 2021. Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentages will be met.Data Source: SC READY ELA (Percentage of students scoring “Meets or Exceeds”) Interim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016 Baseline20172018201920202021Grade 6GOAL:ACTUAL:50.653.4856.3659.2462.1265.0Grade 7GOAL:ACTUAL:62.362.8463.3863.9264.4665.0Grade 8GOAL:ACTUAL:60.461.3262.2463.1664.0865.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of ImplementationAction Steps3.1.a Describe the steps for how the school will work to improve student achievement to meet annual performance goals in English language arts.Provide staff development on South Carolina College and Career Ready standardsAccess and training utilizing the South Carolina College and Career Ready websiteConduct information sessions for stakeholdersStrategically approve state, local, and national conferences for teachers Utilize the pacing guides and consensus maps established by HCS for English Language Arts classes Utilize support from district learning specialists for professional development2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/AProfessional development registration formsProposal for the Use of Professional Development FundsCollaborative Lesson PlansDistrict Learning Specialists’ Feedback and Next Steps plans3.1.b Describe the steps for how the school will provide interventions to meet the unique learning needs of studentsImplement tiered level intervention system for ELAProvide opportunities for collaboration and professional development on RTI programs for Special Education and core academic teachersProvide professional development on FMS placement process of at-risk studentsSupport special education collaboration with regular education teachersSpecial education teachers and intervention teachers will provide quarterly reports to the administration team regarding student progress using the progress monitoring tools provided by their programs (Language! Live & Read 180).Progress monitor intervention programsDevelop plan to achieve goals in school level PDSAProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) 2017- 2018and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/APlacement criteria sheetsStudent enrollment recordsProfessional development registration formsIntervention data reports3.1.c Describe the steps for how the school will ensure effective teaching strategies are utilized in classrooms serving ESOL students.Provide essential core academic words to ESOL teacher for explicit vocabulary instructionDevelop ILP (Individual Learning Plan) meetings to discuss student needsDevelop ESOL handbook for teachers to provide up-to-date resources and student plans to support the ESOL studentsUtilize electronic resources provided to the teachersModify, update and share ILP plans on a regular basisSupport ESOL collaboration with regular education teachersOrganize a co-teaching model for ESOL and English Language Arts teachersProgress monitoring school subgroup data 2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesESOL TeachersTeachers$0N/ARecords of ILP meetingsESOL HandbookRecords of communication between ESOL and classroom teachers regarding ILP updatesMaster schedule3.1.dDescribe the steps for how the school will ensure effective use of technology in teaching and learning.Implement blended learning and the use of technology for instruction dailyEnsure access to Google Classroom Ensure technology integration in lesson planning to influence achievementProgress monitoring students via technologyUtilize and progress monitor the use of USA Test Prep to enhance instruction on grade level ELA standardsUtilize and progress monitor the use of Achieve 3000 to personalize instruction for each student in ELAUtilize and progress monitor the use of NoRedInk to personalize instruction for each student in ELAUtilize online course options for students2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachersGuidance counselors$0N/AClassroom walkthrough dataCollaborative lesson plansDigital content reportsOnline course registration3.1.e Describe the school’s areas of emphasis for professional development for the upcoming school year.Offer opportunities for all FMS teachers to attend Kagan Cooperative Learning TrainingContinue to support the PDL initiative by providing professional development on effective use of digital content, small group rotations, collaboration/creation, and utilizing data to inform instructionProvide professional development for the transition to the newly-selected device (Google Chromebook)2017 - 2018 and ongoing2017 - 2018AdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$5,000Professional development fundsProfessional development registration formsCollaboration agendas3.1.f Describe the steps for how the school will engage families in meaningful ways to improve student performance.Provide information regarding the SCCCR standards being taught in each course through the class syllabus as well as during Open House presentationsConduct parent-teacher conferences each semesterContact parents when a student receives a grade of D or lowerUtilize our electronic communication systems to provide updates to parents regarding student performance, opportunities for conferences and partnerships with the schoolEnsure PowerSchool access for students and parents Plan and host academic nights to engage families in ways they can partner with our school to improve student performance2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/AExamples of communication with parentsLog EntriesBlackboard delivery reportsAgendas for parent nights3.1.g Describe the steps for how the school will ensure that SC College and Career-Ready Standards for core content areas will be implemented. Include professional development and monitoring.Administration, instructional coaches, and teachers attend weekly ELA collaboration meetings and monthly department meetings in all three grade levels Utilize the district curriculum maps and consensus documents to ensure all classroom instruction and activities are standards based Use MAP to progress monitor overall grade level strand strengths and weaknessesCollect evidence of lesson plans built around SC College and Career-Ready StandardsProvide information to teachers regarding professional development being offered by the district and state on SC College and Career-Ready Standards for ELA Use a Google Form to collect information on the professional development sessions teachers attend at the beginning of the year and on our professional development day in FebruaryProgress monitor longitudinal data from SC Ready testing Reflect on SLO data and conference with administration with document of progress monitoring on individual student data tied to standards2017 - 2018 and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional coachesTeachers$0N/ACollaboration agendasDepartment meeting agendasCollaborative lesson plans Professional development registration formsMAP reflection forms3.1.h Describe the steps for how the school will raise classroom expectations with an emphasis on increased student engagementProvide professional development opportunities in the use of Kagan engagement structuresModel the use of Kagan engagement structures during faculty, department, and collaboration meetingsMonitor the implementation of Kagan engagement structures during classroom walkthroughs and formal observationsCoach and support teachers in the implementation of Kagan engagement structures2017- 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coaches$5,000Professional Development fundsProfessional development registration formsFaculty, department, and collaboration meeting agendasClassroom walkthrough data3.1.i Describe the steps for how the school will address any persistent low performance by subgroups.Support Special Education collaboration with regular education teachersSupport ESOL collaboration with regular education teachersProgress monitor intervention programsProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) Develop plan to achieve goals in school level PDSA2017 - 2018 and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional coachesSpecial Education teachersTeachers$0N/ACollaboration agendasIntervention dataDisaggregated achieve dataCompleted PDSAPerformance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: SC READY MathAt least 90% of students in grades 6-8 will score “Approaching” or above in Math by 2021. Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentages will be met.Data Source: SC READY Math (Percentage of students scoring “Approaching, Meets, or Exceeds”) Interim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016Baseline20172018201920202021Grade 6GOAL:ACTUAL:88.688.8889.1689.4489.7290.0Grade 7GOAL:ACTUAL:86.086.887.688.489.290.0Grade 8GOAL:ACTUAL:85.496.3287.2488.1689.0890.0Performance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: SC READY MathAt least 65% of students in grades 6-8 will score “Meets” or above in Math by 2021. Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentages will be met.Data Source: SC READY Math (Percentage of students scoring “Meets or Exceeds”) Interim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016 Baseline20172018201920202021Grade 6GOAL:ACTUAL:62.362.8463.3863.9264.4665.0Grade 7GOAL:ACTUAL:54.856.8458.8860.9262.9665.0Grade 8GOAL:ACTUAL:48.852.0455.2858.5261.7665.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation3.2.a Describe the steps for how the school will work to improve student achievement to meet annual performance goals in mathematics.Provide staff development on South Carolina College and Career Ready standardsAccess and training utilizing the South Carolina College and Career Ready websiteConduct information sessions for stakeholdersStrategically approve state, local, and national conferences for teachers Utilize the pacing guides and consensus maps established by HCS for mathematics classes Utilize support from district learning specialist for professional development2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/AProfessional development registration formsProposal for the Use of Professional Development FundsCollaborative Lesson PlansDistrict Learning Specialists’ Feedback and Next Steps plans3.2.bDescribe the steps for how the school will provide interventions to meet the unique learning needs of studentsImplement tiered level intervention system for MathProvide opportunities for collaboration and professional development on RTI programs, for Special Education and Core Academic TeachersProvide professional development on FMS placement process of at-risk studentsSupport special education collaboration with regular education teachersSpecial education teachers and intervention teachers will provide quarterly reports to the administration team regarding student progress using the progress monitoring tools provided by their programs (Transmath)Progress monitor intervention programsDevelop plan to achieve goals in school level PDSAProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) 2017- 2018and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/APlacement criteria sheetsStudent enrollment recordsProfessional development registration formsIntervention data reports3.2.cDescribe the steps for how the school will ensure effective teaching strategies are utilized in classrooms serving ESOL students.Provide essential core academic words to ESOL teacher for explicit vocabulary instructionDevelop plan for remediation in ESOL instructional time Develop ILP (Individual Learning Plan) meetings to discuss student needsDevelop ESOL handbook for teachers to give teachers up to date resources and student plans to support the ESOL studentsUtilize electronic resources provided to the teachersModify, update and share ILP plans on a regular basisSupport ESOL collaboration with regular education teachersProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) 2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesESOL TeachersTeachers$0N/ARecords of ILP meetingsESOL HandbookRecords of communication between ESOL and classroom teachers regarding ILP updatesMaster schedule3.2.dDescribe the steps for how the school will ensure effective use of technology in teaching and learning.Implement blended Learning and the use of technology for instruction on a daily basisEnsure access to Google Classroom Ensure technology integration in lesson planning to influence achievementProgress monitoring students via technologyUtilize and progress monitor the use of USA Test Prep to enhance instruction on grade-level math standardsUtilize and progress monitor the use of ALEKS to personalize instruction for each student in MathUtilize online course options for studentsUtilize assistive technology for student needs2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachersGuidance counselors$0N/Aclassroom walkthrough dataCollaborative lesson plansDigital content reportsOnline course registration3.2.eDescribe the school’s areas of emphasis for professional development for the upcoming school year.Offer opportunities for all FMS teachers to attend Kagan Cooperative Learning TrainingContinue to support the PDL initiative by providing professional development on effective use of digital content, small group rotations, collaboration/creation, and utilizing data to inform instructionProvide professional development for the transition to the newly-selected device (Google Chromebook)2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$5,000Professional development fundsProfessional development registration formsCollaboration agendas3.2.fDescribe the steps for how the school will engage families in meaningful ways to improve student performance.Provide information regarding the SCCCR standards being taught in each course through the class syllabus as well as during Open House presentationsConduct parent-teacher conferences each semesterContact parents when a student receives a grade of D or lowerUtilize our electronic communication systems to provide updates to parents regarding student performance, opportunities for conferences and partnerships with the schoolEnsure PowerSchool access for students and parents Plan and host academic nights to engage families in ways they can partner with our school to improve student performance2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/AExamples of communication with parentsLog EntriesBlackboard delivery reportsAgendas for parent nights3.2.gDescribe the steps for how the school will ensure that SC College and Career-Ready Standards for core content areas will be implemented. Include professional development and monitoring.Administration, instructional coaches, and teachers attend weekly math collaboration meetings and monthly department meetings in all three grade levels. Utilize the district curriculum maps and consensus documents to ensure all classroom instruction and activities are standards based Use MAP to progress monitor overall grade level strand strengths and weaknessesCollect evidence of lesson plans built around SC College and Career-Ready Standards Provide information to teachers regarding professional development being offered by the district and state on SC College and Career-Ready Standards for math Use a Google form to collect information on the professional development sessions teachers attend at the beginning of the year and on our professional development day in February Progress monitor longitudinal data from SC Ready testing Reflect on SLO data and conference with administration with document of progress monitoring on individual student data tied to standards 2017 - 2018 and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional coachesTeachers$0N/ACollaboration agendasDepartment meeting agendasCollaborative lesson plans Professional development registration formsSLO documentsMAP reflection forms3.2.hDescribe the steps for how the school will raise classroom expectations with an emphasis on increased student engagementProvide professional development opportunities in the use of Kagan engagement structuresModel the use of Kagan engagement structures during faculty, department, and collaboration meetingsMonitor the implementation of Kagan engagement structures during classroom walkthroughs and formal observationsCoach and support teachers in the implementation of Kagan engagement structures2017- 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coaches$5,000Professional Development fundsProfessional development registration formsFaculty, department, and collaboration meeting agendasClassroom walkthrough data3.2.iDescribe the steps for how the school will address any persistent low performance by subgroups.Support Special Education collaboration with regular education teachersSupport ESOL collaboration with regular education teachersProgress monitor intervention programsProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) Develop plan to achieve goals in school level PDSA2017 - 2018 and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional coachesSpecial Education teachersTeachers$0N/ACollaboration agendasIntervention dataDisaggregated achieve dataCompleted PDSAPerformance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: SC PASS ScienceAt least 90% of students in grades 6-8 will score “Met” or above in Science by 2021.Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentages will be met.Data Source: SC PASS Science (Percentage of students scoring “Met and Exemplary”)Interim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016Baseline20172018201920202021Grade 6GOAL:ACTUAL:80.482.3284.2486.1688.0890.0Grade 7GOAL:ACTUAL:86.086.887.688.489.290.0Grade 8GOAL:ACTUAL:83.784.9686.2287.4888.7490.0Performance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: SC PASS ScienceAt least 50% of students in grades 6-8 will score “Exemplary” in Science by 2021.Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentages will be met.Data Source: SC PASS Science (Percentage of students scoring “Exemplary”)Interim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016Baseline20172018201920202021Grade 6GOAL:ACTUAL:35.138.0841.0644.0447.0250.0Grade 7GOAL:ACTUAL:53.060.060.060.060.060.0Grade 8GOAL:ACTUAL:60.460.060.060.060.060.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation3.3.a Describe the steps for how the school will work to improve student achievement to meet annual performance goals in science.Provide staff development on the South Carolina Academic Standards and Performance Indicators for Science. Access training utilizing the South Carolina Academic Standards and Performance Indicators for science and state support documents. Conduct information sessions for stakeholdersStrategically approve state, local, and national conferences for teachers Utilize the pacing guides and consensus maps established by HCS for science classes Utilize support from district learning specialists for professional developmentIntegrate the science engineering practices in each unit throughout the school yearAdminister and analyze the district-created assessment questions in Achievement Series Utilize the science kit materials to teach the South Carolina Academic Standards and Performance Indicators for Science2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/AProfessional development registration formsProposal for the Use of Professional Development FundsCollaborative Lesson PlansDistrict Learning Specialists’ Feedback and Next Steps plans3.3.b Describe the steps for how the school will provide interventions to meet the unique learning needs of studentsImplement Life Skills Science intervention classes and Learning Strategies for students performing below grade levelSupport special education collaboration with regular education teachersDevelop plan to achieve goals in school level PDSAProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) 2017- 2018and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/APlacement criteria sheetsStudent enrollment recordsProfessional development registration formsCompleted PDSA3.3.c Describe the steps for how the school will ensure effective teaching strategies are utilized in classrooms serving ESOL students.Provide essential core academic words to ESOL teacher for explicit vocabulary instructionDevelop ILP (Individual Learning Plan) meetings to discuss student needsDevelop an ESOL handbook for teachers to give teachers up-to-date resources and student plans to support the ESOL studentsUtilize electronic resources provided to the teachersModify, update and share ILP plans on a regular basisSupport ESOL collaboration with regular education teachersProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) 2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesESOL TeachersTeachers$0N/ARecords of ILP meetingsESOL HandbookRecords of communication between ESOL and classroom teachers regarding ILP updatesMaster schedule3.3.d Describe the steps for how the school will ensure effective use of technology in teaching and learning.Implement blended learning and the use of technology for instruction on a daily basisEnsure access to Google Classroom Ensure technology integration in lesson planning to influence achievementProgress monitoring students via technologyUtilize and progress monitor the use of Discovery Ed Techbook for grade-level standards Utilize online course options for studentsUtilize assistive technology for student needs2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachersGuidance counselors$0N/AClassroom walkthrough dataCollaborative lesson plansDigital content reportsOnline course registration3.3.e Describe the school’s areas of emphasis for professional development for the upcoming school year.Offer opportunities for all FMS teachers to attend Kagan Cooperative Learning TrainingContinue to support the PDL initiative by providing professional development on effective use of digital content, small group rotations, collaboration/creation, and utilizing data to inform instructionProvide professional development for the transition to the newly-selected device (Google Chromebook)2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$5,000Professional development fundsProfessional development registration formsCollaboration agendas3.3.f Describe the steps for how the school will engage families in meaningful ways to improve student performance.Provide information regarding the South Carolina Science standards being taught in each course through the class syllabus as well as during Open House presentationsConduct parent-teacher conferences each semesterContact parents when a student receives a grade of D or lowerUtilize our electronic communication systems to provide updates to parents regarding student performance, opportunities for conferences and partnerships with the schoolEnsure PowerSchool access for students and parents Plan and host academic nights to engage families in ways they can partner with our school to improve student performance2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/AExamples of communication with parentsLog EntriesBlackboard delivery reportsAgendas for parent nights3.3.g Describe the steps for how the school will ensure that SC College and Career-Ready Standards for core content areas will be implemented. Include professional development and monitoring.Administration, instructional coaches, and teachers attend weekly Science collaboration meetings and monthly department meetings in all three grade levels. Utilize the district curriculum maps and consensus documents to ensure all classroom instruction and activities are standards based. Use benchmark data to progress monitor overall grade level standard strengths and weaknessesCollect evidence of lesson plans built around SC Science Standards and Performance Indicators. Provide information to teachers regarding professional development being offered by the district and state on SC Science Standards and Performance Indicators Use a Google form to collect information on the professional development sessions teachers attend at the beginning of the year and on our professional development day in February Progress monitor longitudinal data from SC PASS testing Reflect on SLO data and conference with administration with document of progress monitoring on individual student data tied to standards 2017 - 2018 and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional coachesTeachers$0N/ACollaboration agendasDepartment meeting agendasCollaborative lesson plans Professional development registration formsBenchmark reflection forms3.3.h Describe the steps for how the school will raise classroom expectations with an emphasis on increased student engagementProvide professional development opportunities in the use of Kagan engagement structuresModel the use of Kagan engagement structures during faculty, department, and collaboration meetingsMonitor the implementation of Kagan engagement structures during classroom walkthroughs and formal observationsCoach and support teachers in the implementation of Kagan engagement structures2017- 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coaches$5,000Professional Development fundsProfessional development registration formsFaculty, department, and collaboration meeting agendasClassroom walkthrough data3.3.i Describe the steps for how the school will address any persistent low performance by subgroups.Support Special Education collaboration with regular education teachersSupport ESOL collaboration with regular education teachersProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) Develop plan to achieve goals in school level PDSA2017 - 2018 and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional coachesSpecial Education teachersTeachers$0N/ACollaboration agendasDisaggregated achieve dataCompleted PDSAPerformance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: SC PASS Social StudiesAt least 90% of students in grades 6-8 will score “Met” or above in Social Studies by 2021.Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentages will be met.Data Source: SC PASS Social Studies (Percentage of students scoring “Met and Exemplary”)Interim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016Baseline20172018201920202021Grade 6GOAL:ACTUAL:92.190.090.090.090.090.0Grade 7GOAL:ACTUAL:84.985.9286.9487.9688.9890.0Grade 8GOAL:ACTUAL:82.984.3285.7487.1688.5890.0Performance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: SC PASS Social StudiesAt least 50% of students in grades 6-8 will score “Exemplary” in Social Studies by 2021.Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentages will be met.Data Source: SC PASS Social Studies (Percentage of students scoring “Exemplary”)Interim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016Baseline20172018201920202021Grade 6GOAL:ACTUAL:50.050.050.050.050.050.0Grade 7GOAL:ACTUAL:65.860.060.060.060.060.0Grade 8GOAL:ACTUAL:62.060.060.060.060.060.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation3.4.aDescribe the steps for how the school will work to improve student achievement in order to meet annual performance goals in social studies.Provide staff development on South Carolina Social Studies Academic StandardsConduct information sessions for stakeholdersStrategically approve state, local, and national conferences for teachers Utilize the pacing guides and consensus maps established by HCS for social studies classes Administer and analyze the district-created assessment questions in Achievement Series Utilize support from district learning specialist for professional development2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/AProfessional development registration formsProposal for the Use of Professional Development FundsCollaborative Lesson PlansDistrict Learning Specialists’ Feedback and Next Steps plans3.4.bDescribe the steps for how the school will provide interventions to meet the unique learning needs of studentsImplement Life Skills Social Studies intervention classes and Learning Strategies for students performing below grade levelSupport special education collaboration with regular education teachersDevelop plan to achieve goals in school-level PDSAProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) 2017- 2018and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/APlacement criteria sheetsStudent enrollment recordsProfessional development registration formsCompleted PDSA3.4.cDescribe the steps for how the school will ensure effective teaching strategies are utilized in classrooms serving ESOL students.Provide essential core academic words to ESOL teacher for explicit vocabulary instructionDevelop plan for remediation in ESOL instructional time Develop ILP (Individual Learning Plan) meetings to discuss student needsDevelop ESOL handbook for teachers to give teachers up to date resources and student plans to support the ESOL studentsUtilize electronic resources provided to the teachersModify, update and share ILP plans on a regular basisSupport ESOL collaboration with regular education teachersProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) 2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesESOL TeachersTeachers$0N/ARecords of ILP meetingsESOL HandbookRecords of communication between ESOL and classroom teachers regarding ILP updatesMaster schedule3.4.dDescribe the steps for how the school will ensure effective use of technology in teaching and learning.Implement blended Learning and the use of technology for Instruction on a daily basisEnsure access to Google Classroom Ensure technology integration in lesson planning to influence achievementProgress monitoring students via technologyUtilize online course options for studentsUtilize assistive technology for student needsImplement Verso as a tool for student collaboration2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachersGuidance counselors$0N/AClassroom walkthrough dataCollaborative lesson plansDigital content reportsOnline course registration3.4.eDescribe the school’s areas of emphasis for professional development for the upcoming school year.Offer opportunities for all FMS teachers to attend Kagan Cooperative Learning TrainingContinue to support the PDL initiative by providing professional development on effective use of digital content, small group rotations, collaboration/creation, and utilizing data to inform instruction.Provide professional development for the transition to the newly-selected device (Google Chromebook)2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$5,000Professional development fundsProfessional development registration formsCollaboration agendas3.4.fDescribe the steps for how the school will engage families in meaningful ways to improve student performance.Provide information regarding the SCCCR standards being taught in each course as well as the performance expectations through the class syllabus as well as during Open House presentationsConduct parent-teacher conferences each semesterContact parents when a student receives a grade of D or lowerUtilize our electronic communication systems to provide updates to parents regarding student performance, opportunities for conferences and partnerships with the schoolEnsure PowerSchool access for students and parents Plan and host academic nights to engage families in ways they can partner with our school to improve student performance2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/AExamples of communication with parentsLog EntriesBlackboard delivery reportsAgendas for parent nightsParent-teacher conference sign-in sheets and forms3.4.gDescribe the steps for how the school will ensure that SC College and Career-Ready Standards for core content areas will be implemented. Include professional development and monitoring.Administration, instructional coaches, and teachers attend weekly Social Studies collaboration meetings and monthly department meetings in all three grade levels. Utilize the district curriculum maps and consensus documents to ensure all classroom instruction and activities are standards based. Use benchmark data to progress monitor overall grade level standard strengths and weaknessesCollect evidence of lesson plans built around SC Social Studies Academic Standards. Provide information to teachers regarding professional development being offered by the district and state on SC Social Studies Academic Standards. Use a Google Form to collect information on the professional development sessions teachers attend at the beginning of the year and on our professional development day in February. Progress monitor longitudinal data from SC PASS testing. Reflect on SLO data and conference with administration with document of progress monitoring on individual student data tied to standards 2017 - 2018 and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional coachesTeachers$0N/ACollaboration agendasDepartment meeting agendasCollaborative lesson plans Professional development registration formsBenchmark reflection forms3.4.hDescribe the steps for how the school will raise classroom expectations with an emphasis on increased student engagementProvide professional development opportunities in the use of Kagan engagement structuresModel the use of Kagan engagement structures during faculty, department, and collaboration meetingsMonitor the implementation of Kagan engagement structures during classroom walkthroughs and formal observationsCoach and support teachers in the implementation of Kagan engagement structures2017- 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coaches$5,000Professional Development fundsProfessional development registration formsFaculty, department, and collaboration meeting agendasClassroom walkthrough data3.4.iDescribe the steps for how the school will address any persistent low performance by subgroups.Support Special Education collaboration with regular education teachersSupport ESOL collaboration with regular education teachersProgress monitoring school subgroup data (ESOL, African American, Free and Reduced Lunch student achievement) Develop plan to achieve goals in school level PDSA2017 - 2018 and ongoing AdministratorsInstructional coachesSpecial Education teachersTeachers$0N/ACollaboration agendasDisaggregated achieve dataCompleted PDSAPerformance Goal Area: Student AchievementPerformance Goal: MAP Growth GoalsAt least 75% of students in grades 6-8 will meet fall-to-spring growth goals on MAP Reading, Language and Math by 2021. Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentage will be met.Data Source: NWEA MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) Fall-to-Spring Growth Goals reportInterim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016 Baseline20172018201920202021GOAL:60%64%68%72%75%ACTUAL Gr. 6 ReadingACTUAL Gr. 6 LanguageACTUAL Gr. 6 Math55.060.065.059.063.067.063.066.069.067.069.071.071.072.073.075.075.075.0ACTUAL Gr. 7 ReadingACTUAL Gr. 7 LanguageACTUAL Gr. 7 Math62.065.053.064.667.057.467.269.061.869.871.066.272.473.070.675.075.075.0ACTUAL Gr. 8 ReadingACTUAL Gr. 8 LanguageACTUAL Gr. 8 Math68.069.061.069.470.263.870.871.466.672.272.669.473.673.872.275.075.075.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation3.5:Describe the steps for how the school will work to ensure that more students meet their annual MAP growth goals.Schedule meetings with collaboration groups weeklySchedule teacher conferences with administrative team to discuss their data three times a yearEnsure self-reflection by analyzing classroom data using reflection sheets. Teachers will list strategies that they used that contributed current MAP scores.Identify strategies for implementation for improvement on areas identified based on data Plan & create semester calendar to ensure appropriate pacingEnsure that teachers hold goal-setting conferences with students prior to each MAP administration2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesTeachers$0N/ACollaboration schedulesData reflection sheetsSemester pacing calendarsSamples of student goal-setting conference documentsAction StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation3.6: Describe the steps for how the school will Implement comprehensive character development initiativesCommunicate the vision of Excellence, Every Day, Everywhere so that all students understand what this means regarding behavior and characterUtilize Student Council as a means of leadership development and communicationPlan quarterly grade-level meetingsMonitor students discipline data and provide character education opportunities based on school needsUtilize In School Suspension character education program through the support of our Guidance departmentUtilize group and individual guidance support on making positive choices2017- 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsTeachersGuidance counselors$0N/AGrade-level meeting agendas and presentationsStudent discipline dataGuidance services log entries3.7: Describe the steps for how the school will Improve the effectiveness of guidance counseling and advocacy programs to meet the physical, social and emotional needs of all students.Plan weekly Guidance department meetingsAttend professional development sessions to ensure effective advisement and guidance of students and parents in the selection of appropriate coursework for the preparation of students toward college and work readiness Lead professional development in district and state levelLead professional development for TeachersParticipation within specialty, regional, and state sponsored counselor meetings.Update and maintain guidance website for FMS families to provide usable resources for working with studentsPlan & implement transition meetings for rising 6th graders as well as 8th graders transitioning to the high schoolImplement Homeless Student SupportSupport IEP meetings Coordinate Duke TIP/ SC Jr. Scholars Plan & implement Student of the Week ProgramSupport the implementation of 504 plansDevelop and plan for career assessment/portfoliosPlan meetings and develop IGPs with parentsImplement one-on-one as well as group counseling sessionsProvide job shadowing opportunitiesCoordinate the Teal Mentors programCoordinate testing programs (SC PASS, SC Ready, CogAT, PSAT, EOC) Arrange test prep opportunitiesUtilize social media for student announcements related to guidance Support after-school tutorial program Follow the state EEDA accountability plan2017 - 2018 and ongoingLead guidance counselorGuidance counselorsAdministrators$0N/AMeeting AgendasIGP conference recordsProfessional development registrationGuidance services log entriesFMS Website3.8: Describe the steps for how the school will collaborate with other school levels to ensure a seamless transition for students’ readiness for the next level.Provide school visits to the high school and for rising 5th graders from our feeder elementary schools of FES and SESFollow HCS Placement Rubrics for correct student placementPlan & organize transition IEP meetings Plan & organize Open House/ Parent NightsProvide teacher meet and greet opportunitiesPlan & organize transition planAdvertise high school options meetings 2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesGuidance counselorsTeachers$500Local FundsTravel Tracker recordsMeeting AgendasSchool calendarFMS Daily News/Facebook/Website3.9:?Develop, implement, and update annually a?comprehensive research-based reading plan that includes tiered interventions provided to students and identifies resources to ensure sustainability (Section 59-155-110, South Carolina?Read to Succeed?Act)??2017- 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional CoachesLibrarianTeachers$1,000Local FundsR2S PlanProfessional development registration formsAgendasClassroom walkthrough dataSTRATEGY 4:Resources and Support SystemsWe will provide the resources and services that support our vision, purpose, and direction to ensure success for all students.Performance Goal Area: Teacher/Administrator QualityPerformance Goal: Advanced DegreesThe percentage of teachers with an advanced degree will increase to 70% by 2021. Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentage will be met.Data Source: Percentage of teachers with advanced degrees, as reported on annual State Report CardInterim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL201620172018201920202021GOAL:ACTUAL:51.455.1258.8462.5666.2870.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation4.1: Describe the steps for how the school will promote advanced degrees and professional training opportunities for teachers.Share information regarding continued education opportunities to all teachersEncourage leadership opportunities within the school for teacher leaders Provide professional development to all teachers at FMS through faculty and department meetingsSupport attendance at state and national conferences through PDSA fundsEnsure that faculty attend HCS-sponsored professional development Share information regarding the addition of endorsements credits to teaching certificatesUpdate staff on recertification requirements for the 5- year renewal cycle Encourage teachers to participate in Read to Succeed and Gifted and Talented endorsement courses through the HCS partnership with eLearningSC and Coastal Carolina UniversityBuild capacity among staff to encourage leadership roles.Encourage teachers to participate in mentor training and the National Board Certification process. Collaborate with Coastal Carolina University to provide student intern/practicum teaching opportunities.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coachesTeachers$20,000PDSA FundsFaculty, department, and collaboration agendasConference and professional development registration formsRecords for CCU internsPerformance Goal Area: Teacher/Administrator QualityPerformance Goal: AttendanceThe attendance rate for teachers will be at least 96% each year. Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentage will be met.Data Source: Annual attendance rate for teachers on the State Report CardInterim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016 Baseline20172018201920202021GOAL:ACTUAL:95.095.295.495.695.896.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation4.2: Describe the steps for how the school will improve staff attendance.Monitor staff attendance on a daily basis to identify trends and patternsRecognize teachers and staff who have exemplary attendance Look at trends and data to determine those dates that are frequently missed and plan special events.Plan and support weekly collaboration meetingsConduct individual teacher conferences in conjunction with the SLO timeline (3 times yearly)Monitor student achievement through benchmarks and school report card2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsSupport staffTeachersInstructional coaches$1,000Local fundsStaff attendance dataPerformance Goal Area: School ClimatePerformance Goal: Conferences100% of parents/guardians will participate in a conference about their child’s academic performance every year.Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentage will be met.Data Source: State Report Card “Parents attending conferences” percentageInterim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016 Baseline20172018201920202021GOAL:ACTUAL:99.799.7699.8299.8899.94100.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation4.3: Describe the steps for how the school will improve parent/guardian conference participation rate.Ensure prompt response to email and phone callsUpdate school webpage regularlyPlan parent conferences once a semesterUtilize Parent Link/Blackboard phone message system to communicate dates and times of Parent Teacher Conference NightsUtilize FMS social media to communicate dates and times of Parent Teacher Conference NightsUtilize FMS marquees to communicate dates and times of Parent Teacher Conference NightsUtilize newsletters to communicate dates and times of Parent Teacher Conference NightsReflect on parent survey results in order to improve communications about parent/guardian conferences. Ensure parent conferences for students with a 70 or lower quarterly average Ensure potential retainee conferences are held in the 2nd semester if a student is in danger of failing for the yearInvite parents to school-wide events such as Muffins for Moms and Doughnuts for DadsHold individual graduation plan conferences for all 8th grade students with parents and/or guardians in attendance2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coachesTeachersGuidance counselorsTSA$2,000Local FundsSamples of communications to parentsIGP and parent-teacher conference recordsPerformance Goal Area: School ClimatePerformance Goal: AttendanceThe attendance rate for students will be at least 96% each year. Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentage will be met.Data Source: Annual attendance rate for students on the State Report CardInterim Goals and Actual:SCHOOL2016 Baseline20172018201920202021GOAL:ACTUAL:95.495.5295.6495.7695.8896.0Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation4.4: Describe the steps for how the school will improve student municate with students and parents regarding the importance of daily school attendanceUtilize the Data Quality Clerk to monitor student attendanceDevelop Attendance Intervention Plans and document in PowerSchool for students with attendance issues Follow-up with parents/guardians via phone call or email when students are absent for three consecutive daysRecognize and celebrate students with perfect attendance at quarterly awards assembliesProvide incentives to encourage student attendance for standardized testingUtilize ParentLink/Blackboard or PowerSchool to contact parents when students are out or tardy2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsData Quality ClerkInstructional coachesTeachers$0N/AStudent attendance dataParentLink/Blackboard messages and delivery dataCompleted AIPsPerformance Goal Area: School ClimatePerformance Goal: Perceptual SurveyThe satisfaction level among parents, students, and teachers about the Learning Environment, Social and Physical Environment, and Home-School Relations will increase each year.Interim Performance Goal: The annual benchmark percentage will be met.Data Sources: Spring State Survey of Parents, Teachers and Students; percentage who express “agree” or “strongly agree” satisfaction with the statements related to the three broad survey areas.Interim Goals and Actual LEARNING ENVIRONMENT2016 Baseline20172018201920202021Parents GOAL:Parents ACTUAL:89.69091929394Students GOAL:Students ACTUAL:84.38586878889Teachers GOAL:Teachers ACTUAL:98.698.899.099.299.499.6SOCIAL/PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTParents GOAL:Parents ACTUAL:88.88990919293Students GOAL:Students ACTUAL:83.28485868788Teachers GOAL:Teachers ACTUAL:98.598.698.798.898.999.0HOME-SCHOOL RELATIONSParents GOAL:Parents ACTUAL:75.67677787980Students GOAL:Students ACTUAL:85.58687888990Teachers GOAL:Teachers ACTUAL:95.695.696979899Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation4.5: Describe the steps for how the school will increase the percentage of respondents who have a favorable opinion of the school on the annual survey of teachers, students and parents.Analyze perceptual survey data annually to determine areas of focus for the coming yearUtilize a variety of media to ensure that stakeholders are informed of school goals and eventsHost parent-teacher conferences each semesterRequire teachers to communicate with parents when a student’s grade is a D or lowerEnsure that school-wide discipline is fair, firm, and consistentMaintain a clean, safe, and inviting school environmentEnsure that emails and phone calls are returned within 24 business hoursContinue to plan for and support daily collaboration sessions among teachersEncourage teachers and staff to contact parents for positive things.Encourage teachers and staff to participate or attend community events. Examples: Basketball games, community festivals, attendance area plays, transition etc.Create opportunities for parents to transition to middle school.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coaches TeachersSupport staffGuidance counselors$1,000Local FundsDiscipline dataParent-Teacher conference sign-in sheets and formsLog EntriesSchoolDude work order recordsCollaboration agendasTransition plansAction StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation4.6: Describe the steps for how the school will recruit and retain high quality teachers and support staff.Participate in the annual HCS Recruitment Fair to identify high quality applicantsUtilize the Applitrack system for screening and hiring new staff membersAdhere to the HCS hiring policy and ensure equal opportunity for diverse applicantsConduct “new teacher academy” prior to the start of the school year for all new hiresAssign effective and dedicated mentors and buddy teachers to all new teachersWork with Socastee High School to host Teacher CadetsSchedule, design, and implement quarterly new teacher support sessionsProvide professional development opportunities specifically designed for new teachersProvide opportunities for new teachers to observe master teachers and to debrief with instructional coaches and administrators regarding strategies they could implement in their classrooms* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coachesTeachers$1,500Local FundsHiring recordsNew Teacher Academy agenda and presentationMentor logsNew teacher support agendasSubstitute records and observation reflections4.7:Describe how the school will provide the necessary support systems to meet the social and emotional needs of students.Plan weekly Guidance department meetingsCollaborate with grade-level administrators regarding students with social/emotional and/or behavioral concernsImplement one-on-one as well as group counseling sessions through the guidance departmentConduct classroom guidance sessions during Gator timeUpdate and maintain guidance website for FMS families to provide usable resources for working with studentsImplement homeless student supportContinue partnership with Backpack Buddies to provide resources for students in needFacilitator of community resources (SKIP, Camp Pride, Camp Happy Hearts, Waccamaw Mental Health)Provide access for families to Forestbrook Cares Food Pantry and Clothes Closet* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsGuidance counselorsVariedPupil Activity FundsLocal FundsLeadership Accountability AgendasGuidance services log entriesFMS guidance website4.8: Describe the steps for how the school will ensure the effectiveness of the services to support counseling, referral, educational and career planning for students.Plan weekly Guidance meetingsAttend professional development sessions to ensure effective advisement and guidance of students and parents in the selection of appropriate coursework for the preparation of students toward college and work readiness Lead professional development in district and state levelLead professional development for teachersParticipate in specialty, regional, and state-sponsored counselor meetings.Update and maintain guidance website for FMS families to provide usable resources for working with studentsPlan & implement transition meetingsUpdate and maintain student recordsImplement homeless student supportSupport IEP meetings Coordinate Duke Tip/ SC Jr. Scholars Assist with homebound Support 504 plans implementationDevelop and plan for career assessment/portfoliosPlan and develop IGP meetings with parentsConduct interim and report card conferences with all students who have failing averagesProvide Job Shadowing opportunitiesCoordinate the Teal Mentors programCoordinate Testing Programs (SC PASS, SC Ready, CogAT, PSAT, EOC) Arrange test prep opportunitiesDevelop Master ScheduleUtilize social media for student announcements related to guidance Develop and implement district guidance accountability plan Follow the state EEDA accountability planContinue to host an exemplary career day Transition visits for rising 6th graders and rising 9th gradersParent meet & greet at elementary schools with guidance and principal* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsGuidance counselors$3,000Local FundsEEDA FundsAgendasProfessional development registration formsFMS guidance websiteIGP conference recordsJob shadowing formsTransition plans4.9: Describe the school’s areas of emphasis for support staff training for the upcoming year. Provide professional development for support staff that includes customer service and technologyProvide customer service, team building, and opportunities to meet with principal to be updated on school procedures.* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsSupport staff$0N/AAgendasParent survey results4.10: Describe the steps for how the school will ensure student safety and security on campus.Utilize and annually update the school’s Crisis Management Plan Schedule drills to ensure processes and procedures are in place as needed for crisis events. Ensure checks of ID’s for every visitor and give name badgesUse environmentally safe productsContinual use of cameras in all hallways and outdoorsDaily use of metal detectors and bag checks for all students entering the schoolUtilize HCS Tip LineReporting of incident information posted in hallways, in the guidance office and in the front officeStaff and administration in the building enforcing school rules.Utilize anonymous tip box outside of guidanceAdhere to policies and procedures published in student handbooks (accessible online and by hardcopy)* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsFront office staffCustodial staffGuidance counselorsTeachersVariedLocal fundsCompleted Crisis Management PlanVisitor Sign-in SheetsSDS recordsDiscipline dataSTRATEGY 5:Using Results for Continuous ImprovementWe will provide a comprehensive assessment system that generates a range of data about student learning and system effectiveness, and we will use results to guide continuous improvement. Action StepsTimelineResponsibleEstimated CostFunding SourceIndicators of Implementation5.1: Describe the steps for how the school will continuously collect, analyze and apply learning from a range of data sources to improve teaching and learning.Establish, update, and maintain a data wall/room that shows school, grade level, student, and teacher dataDesign, analyze, and collect teacher data reflection sheets (3 times a year)Develop, implement, and periodically revise a school-level PDSA planIdentify trends and patterns utilizing classroom observation data and develop professional development based on resultsProgress monitor student achievement through Benchmark and MAP testing and adjust lesson planning based on student needsProgress monitor Read 180, Lang!, and Transmath students through V-Port and SAM programsAnalyze digital content data to reflect on personalization of learning* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsInstructional coachesTeachers$0N/AData wallData reflection sheetsCompleted PDSA5.2: Describe the steps for how the school will provide training to staff on analyzing and utilizing student performance data.Provide staff development on the utilization EnrichConduct data reflection meetings at least three times a year with each collaboration team with a focus on analyzing student performance data and sharing instructional strategies to improve performance* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.5.3: Describe the steps for how the school will communicate information about school performance and school improvement to stakeholders.Conduct monthly PTO and School Improvement Council meetings to share school performance with parent and community stakeholdersUtilize our school website, school newsletter, and social media to communicate school performance data* NOT NEEDED FOR SDE TEMPLATE. LOCAL PLAN ONLY.2017 - 2018 and ongoingAdministratorsTSATeachersInstructional coaches$0N/AAgendas and minutes for PTO and School Improvement CouncilSamples of website/newsletter/Facebook/ FMS Daily News communications ................
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