1 / 18

Running Creek Elementary School School Improvement Plan 2008-2011

Damon L. Rhodes, Principal Mandy Dry, SIT Chair. Running Creek Elementary School School Improvement Plan 2008-2011. Vision Running Creek creates 21st century learning experiences through a commitment to high quality education and service to our community. Mission R espect C ommunity

ruby-hartman
Download Presentation

Running Creek Elementary School School Improvement Plan 2008-2011

An Image/Link below is provided (as is) to download presentation Download Policy: Content on the Website is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use and may not be sold / licensed / shared on other websites without getting consent from its author. Content is provided to you AS IS for your information and personal use only. Download presentation by click this link. While downloading, if for some reason you are not able to download a presentation, the publisher may have deleted the file from their server. During download, if you can't get a presentation, the file might be deleted by the publisher.

E N D

Presentation Transcript

  1. Damon L. Rhodes, Principal Mandy Dry, SIT Chair Running Creek Elementary School School Improvement Plan 2008-2011

  2. Vision Running Creek creates 21st century learning experiences through a commitment to high quality education and service to our community. Mission Respect Community Skills for Success

  3. School Profile • 469 students • less than 10% minority • 40% free and reduced lunch • 2009 EOG Math Proficiency = 84.3% • High Growth in Math • 2009 EOG Reading Proficiency = 71.4% • Expected Growth in Reading • Met AYP last 4 years

  4. Goal I: Stanly County Schools will produce globally competitive students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes, necessary to be responsible contributing students. Evidence of Need • EOG data for 3rd-8th grade students • K-2 Assessment data

  5. Objectives for Goal I • RCS students will meet high growth on the Reading EOG, and the percentage of students scoring at or above grade level on the K-2 Assessment in Reading and the Reading EOG will be above 90% at the end of the 2009-2010 school year. • RCS students will meet high growth on the Math EOG, and the percentage of students scoring at or above grade level on the K-2 Assessment in Math and the Math EOG will be above 90% at the end of the 2009-2010 school year. • Science and Social Studies will be integrated into the curriculum with the other core subjects. • Running Creek will maintain AYP with all subgroups with an emphasis on increasing overall attendance. • Students will participate in daily writing activities. • Decrease achievement gaps between subgroups (white vs. FRL). • Running Creek will integrate technology into all subject areas.

  6. Goal I Action Plan • Utilize results from benchmark tests to plan instruction (Curriculum Associates) • Establish school-wide reading program • Use quarterly planning sessions to increase collaboration with technology facilitator and media specialist • Continue inclusion with EC students • Increase technology available to students (projectors, Activboards, Activotes)

  7. Goal II: SCS will be led by 21st Century professionals with skills to deliver 21st century content in a 21st century context. Evidence of Need • Teacher Turnover Rate • SLC Survey – Staff Development and Communication

  8. Objectives for Goal II • Running Creek will maintain a teacher turnover rate of less than 10%. • Survey results will be 90% or higher in all areas.

  9. Goal II Action Plan • Foster teamwork and rapport among staff by planning monthly social events • Provide opportunities for staff to assist in recruitment and hiring of new staff • Provide opportunities for relevant, quality professional development that is regularly scheduled (RCS staff) • Maintain administration to staff communication

  10. Goal III: Stanly County students will be healthy and responsible. Evidence of Need • Attendance Data • Discipline Data

  11. Objectives for Goal III • Running Creek student attendance will increase each year. • Running Creek will create and maintain a safe and orderly learning environment and as a result be recognized as a Triple S (Super Safe School) by the NCDPI.

  12. Goal III Action Plan • Attendance policy outlined in SCS Code of Conduct and Running Creek Student Handbook • Select quality students to serve on Safety Patrol • Signed SCS Code of Conduct and classroom behavior plans • Utilize community resources to foster child safety • Display rules and procedures in the building

  13. Goal IV: Leadership will guide innovation in Stanly County schools. Evidence of Need • SLC Surveys from teachers and parents

  14. Objectives for Goal IV • Running Creek staff will participate in professional development that aligns with the NCSCOS. • Running Creek will increase the amount of technology available to the students. • Running Creek will increase the number of contacts with the Central Office, home, and business community.

  15. Goal IV Action Plan • Attend follow-up meetings for Reading Foundations and Partners in Math professional development • Increase number of Activotes and Activboards in the school • Maintain and update classroom webpages • Increase use of School Messenger for communication. • Hold Community Business Night in conjunction with PTO meeting.

  16. Goal V:SCS will be governed by 21st Century support systems and will utilize federal, state, and local funds to provide operational programs that are designed to enhance the learning environment of all students, support student growth, and maintain clean and efficient facilities. Evidence of Need • Teacher concerns about playground • K-2 Assessment and EOG data

  17. Objectives for Goal V • Running Creek will increase the safety of the existing playground. • Running Creek will decrease the number of non-proficient students on the K-2 Assessments and the EOGs.

  18. Goal V Action Plan • Communicate with PTO to prioritize needs for the playgrounds • Utilize instructional and PTO funds to support students who are non-proficient

More Related