Curriculum Management Plan - Kyrene School District

Curriculum Management Plan

Dr. Jan Vesely Superintendent

Ms. Laura Toenjes Assistant Superintendent

Ms. Sheryl Houston Director of Curriculum and Assessment

Purpose of the Curriculum Management Plan The Kyrene School District Curriculum Management Plan is designed to support student learning by guiding the educational experiences that ensure high school preparation and life-long success. The purpose of this plan is to coordinate efforts in designing, developing, and delivering curriculum that is aligned from school to school and from classroom to classroom to meet the needs of a diverse student population. The plan outlines the expectations and procedures regarding the written curriculum, the taught curriculum, and the assessed curriculum. The curriculum management plan will be updated annually with time sensitive information with a comprehensive review every three years. Intended Audience for the Curriculum Management Plan The intended audience for the Kyrene School District Curriculum Management Plan is primarily internal stakeholders including teachers, school leaders, district departments, district leadership and the Kyrene Governing Board. Families, community members, and other interested parties also have access to the Curriculum Management Plan for transparency of district curriculum implementation processes. Statutory and Local Authority Guidance and authority for a school district under the direction of the local governing board to define and implement a curriculum management plan is outlined in Arizona Revised Statutes Title 15 particularly Chapter 3 Article 3 and Chapter 7 Article 1, 2, and 3. Kyrene School District Policies and Procedures Manual section IGA, IGD, and IGE further define curriculum expectations and responsibilities.

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Table of Contents

District and Background Information ........................................................................................................... 5 Kyrene School District Vision Statement .................................................................................................. 5 Kyrene School District Mission Statement ............................................................................................... 5 Kyrene School District Core Values........................................................................................................... 5 Summary of Curriculum Audit Findings and Recommendations ............................................................. 5 District Strategic Plan and Connection to Curriculum Management Plan ............................................... 6

Curriculum Management Plan ...................................................................................................................... 7 Curriculum Management Principles ......................................................................................................... 8 Instructional Management Principles ...................................................................................................... 8 Assessment Management Principles........................................................................................................ 8

Curriculum Model ......................................................................................................................................... 9 Alignment of Standards-Based Teaching and Learning ............................................................................ 9 Written Curriculum Process ................................................................................................................... 10 Phase 1 ? Assess Curricular Needs ..................................................................................................... 10 Phase 2 ? Plan and Develop, Customize, or Revise Curriculum ......................................................... 10 Phase 3 ? Implement the Curriculum................................................................................................. 11 Phase 4 ? Evaluate and Revise Curriculum ........................................................................................ 12

Instructional Model..................................................................................................................................... 12 Plan ......................................................................................................................................................... 12 Teach ...................................................................................................................................................... 12 Direct Instruction ............................................................................................................................... 13 Inquiry-Based Instruction ................................................................................................................... 13 Technology Integration ...................................................................................................................... 14 Respond .................................................................................................................................................. 15 Professional Learning ............................................................................................................................. 16

Assessment Model ...................................................................................................................................... 17 Kyrene System of Assessments .............................................................................................................. 17 Data Systems and Structures.................................................................................................................. 19 Synergy ............................................................................................................................................... 19 MTSS in Synergy ................................................................................................................................. 19 Illuminate ........................................................................................................................................... 19 Mclass................................................................................................................................................. 19 i-Ready................................................................................................................................................ 19 Schoology ........................................................................................................................................... 19

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Schoolwires ........................................................................................................................................ 20 Shared Drives ..................................................................................................................................... 20 Performance Matters ......................................................................................................................... 20 Roles and Responsibilities for Curriculum Management............................................................................ 20 Key Points ............................................................................................................................................... 20 Roles and Responsibilities of Stakeholders ............................................................................................ 21 Curriculum Materials Review Processes ..................................................................................................... 24 Curriculum Adoption Information .......................................................................................................... 24 Curriculum Council ................................................................................................................................. 25 Annual Review of Curriculum Support and Licenses .............................................................................. 25 Financial Support .................................................................................................................................... 25 Appendices.................................................................................................................................................. 27 Appendix A - Curriculum Management Plan Component Review from Curriculum Audit .................... 27 Appendix B - Policy Review Priorities ..................................................................................................... 28 Appendix C ? Curriculum Communication Plan...................................................................................... 29 Appendix D - Kyrene System of Assessments Descriptions.................................................................... 31 Appendix E - Kyrene Assessment Calendar Example.............................................................................. 33 Appendix F - Current Kyrene Curriculum Adoptions .............................................................................. 34 Appendix G - 5-Year Curriculum Projections .......................................................................................... 35 Appendix H - Example Timeline and Process for Curriculum Adoption ................................................. 36 Appendix I ? Standards/Resource Implementation Support Plan.......................................................... 37 Appendix J ? Implementation Walkthroughs Framework...................................................................... 38 Appendix K - Example Curriculum Council Meeting Schedule and Review Timelines ........................... 39

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District and Background Information

Kyrene School District Vision Statement

All students achieve at their maximum potential to become problem-solvers, creators, and visionaries of tomorrow.

Kyrene School District Mission Statement

The Kyrene School District will commit to student success for all, by providing engaging and challenging educational environments that promote and inspire passion for learning, leading, and achieving transformative life outcomes.

Kyrene School District Core Values

It's all about... K-Kids.

Kyrene Kids. All students are at the center of our work. Integrity. We consistently use honesty and respect to support the well-being of our students and staff. Dedication. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and communication to achieve our shared vision and mission. Strength. We pride ourselves in creating and maintaining strong, engaging, and compassionate relationships amongst students, staff and community.

Summary of Curriculum Audit Findings and Recommendations

A school district with a strong curriculum management system has a written plan that outlines and guides the design and delivery of curriculum. The plan directs various stages of development and review, and assigns responsibility for design and delivery among district and school staff members. It provides the process for curriculum development, adoption, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and revision for all courses of study.

A comprehensive curriculum management plan outlines a clear directional focus for curriculum that aligns with district goals. The plan should be based on a framework that includes state and national standards, incorporates monitoring and professional development to improve curriculum-related performance of the staff, and provides equal access to the curriculum for all students. The plan is designed to function with other major plans, the district textbook adoption cycle, the professional development plan, and the budgeting process. This provides for a systematic process for the design, delivery, and evaluation of curriculum that is thoughtfully designed, articulated vertically for a clear progression of learning PK-8, and horizontally coordinated within grade levels across schools.

In the curriculum audit presented in March 2017, auditors found that the Kyrene School District did not have a comprehensive curriculum management plan in place to direct the design, implementation, and evaluation of the district's curriculum. Overall, the current process of curriculum management planning is inadequate (see Appendix A ? Curriculum Audit Exhibit 2.1.3 for criteria and ratings).

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