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Public Hearing #2 February 27, 2019

Non-Traditional Schools & Programs Alonzo A. Crim & West End. Public Hearing #2 February 27, 2019. Agenda. Welcome & Introductions Proposal for Non-Traditional Schools & Programs Public Comment. Proposal for Non-Traditional Programs. Proposal:.

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Public Hearing #2 February 27, 2019

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  1. Non-Traditional Schools & Programs Alonzo A. Crim& West End Public Hearing #2February 27, 2019 Last Revised 02.27.2019

  2. Agenda Welcome & Introductions Proposal for Non-Traditional Schools & Programs Public Comment Last Revised 02.27.2019

  3. Proposal for Non-Traditional Programs Proposal: Proposing the closure of Crim HS and the restructuring of district non-traditional programs to create a new, comprehensive alternative program. This proposal recommends the adoption of a new design for non-traditional programs that includes the performance learning center model, virtual learning and other recovery and acceleration programs. This would include closing Alonzo A. Crim High School and reconstituting West End Academy effective beginning with the 2019-2020 School Year. Crim HS closure would be phased-out in order to allow current 11th graders to graduate from Crim HS in 2020. Principal: Dr. Evelyn Mobley, current principal of West End Academy, will be recommended as the principal of the new comprehensive alternative program. Last Revised 02.27.2019

  4. Rationale for the Changes The consolidation of the existing non-traditional programs would improve both effectiveness and efficiency. The emerging program would be tailored to students and include a combination of face-to-face, virtual and blended instruction. APS currently provides 3 non-traditional options for high school students: These options are intended to provide differentiated supports for students attempting to graduate on time with their cohort. Last Revised 02.27.2019

  5. Enrollment Trends at Crim High School Crim has faced declining enrollment trends over the past 9 years. Both Crim and West End have sufficient capacity to accommodate and serve additional students. Added Atlanta Virtual Students Last Revised 02.27.2019

  6. Staffing for Non-Traditional Programs Given the current structure, significant staff is required to serve a relatively small population of students Last Revised 02.27.2019

  7. What Does This Mean for Students? More coherence in programing providing students with more efficient supports to determine what is the best option to ensure students graduates Improved effectiveness and efficiency Provide better student services Alignment with Atlanta College & Career Academy (ACCA) Greater career-readiness choices with a more robust program ACCA Phase-II Expansion will provide students from across the district access to the following pathways with DOE courses that are not available at ATC or most APS high schools: Pathway Offerings: • Automotive • Aviation Mechanics • Business • Construction • Culinary Arts • Cybersecurity • Dental Science • Digital Web Design • Distribution & Logistics • Fire & Emergency Services • Graphic Communication • Heating, ventilation, Air Conditioning Repair • Law and Legal Services • Nursing • Teaching as a Profession Last Revised 02.27.2019

  8. What Does This Mean for Staff? Staff Impact: Consistent with past practices with restructured schools and programs, all staff from Crim and West End will be required to apply for a position at the newly created comprehensive alternative program. All staff members will have priority interview status to apply for positions at the non-traditional program and any other vacant positions within Atlanta Public Schools. Staff members from the Office of Human Resources will meet with all employees, after the initial Board discussion in February to provide draft details regarding the proposed reemployment process. HR will meet with employees again in March, if the Board approves these proposals on March 4, to provide the final instructions. Last Revised 02.27.2019

  9. Creating the Vision A comprehensive design process will be used to create a vision that is grounded in an in-depth understanding of the students and families to be served January – February 2019 March – April 2019 May – August 2019 Understand the Need & Desire 3 2 1 Build & Share Design & Share Great program design is grounded in the needs of students. Phase 1 of the design process begins with an effort to develop a deep, foundational understanding of the students and families to be served Phase 2 focuses on creating a core set of priorities based on information gathered from Phase 1. Phase 3 focuses on operationalizing the information gathered in Phase 1 and the planning/frameworks designed in Phase 2. Note: Timeline is subject to change Last Revised 02.27.2019 Pending BOE approval Pending BOE approval

  10. Proposed Timeline Note: Timeline is subject to change Last Revised 02.27.2019

  11. Public Comment Last Revised 02.27.2019

  12. Contact Information • General Questions • atlantaboard@atlanta.k12.ga.us • Educational District 3 • Ms. Michelle D. Olympiadis • Michelle.Olympiad@atlanta.k12.ga.us • Chair • Mr. Jason F. Esteves • jesteves@atlanta.k12.ga.us • Superintendent • Dr. Meria Carstarphen • suptoffice@atlanta.k12.ga.us • School Updates • https://www.atlantapublicschools.us/schoolchanges Last Revised 02.27.2019

  13. What questions do you have? Last Revised 02.27.2019

  14. Appendix Last Revised 02.27.2019

  15. Atlanta College & Career Academy APPENDIX Last Revised 02.27.2019

  16. The Phase-II Expansion will also provide students access to the following course offerings as a means of addressing scheduling needs associated with them spending half-a-day on campus. Course Offerings Advanced Placement (AP) Acceleration & Remediation Courses via Atlanta Virtual Academy (AVA) Specific courses will be determined by student need/interest and availability of offerings at the local school site Last Revised 02.27.2019

  17. Students will spend half of their day participating in the ACCA program (Parks & ATC) Note: Students will graduate from their home high schools. Sample Schedule Last Revised 02.27.2019

  18. We have identified potential partners who are equipped o to support the implementation of the program. Human Services Trade and Industrial Pathways: Construction: Masonry/Electrical Aviation Maintenance Transportation/Logistics HVAC Refrigeration and Electrical Agricultural Education: Landscaping Audio, Video, Technology and Film • Pathways: • Sports Medicine  • Teaching as a Profession •  Cosmetology/Entrepreneurship •  Barbering/Entrepreneurship • Fire and Emergency Services • Emergency Medical Responder • Culinary Arts/Hospitality, Recreation and Tourism •  Application of Law/Legal Administrative Services Potential Sponsors: Potential Sponsors: Information Technology Dual Enrollment Pathways: Advanced Placement Computer Science Web and Digital Design Cybersecurity Programming Potential Sponsors: Potential Sponsors: 18 Last Revised 02.27.2019

  19. CTAE pathway offerings for each high school. Last Revised 02.27.2019

  20. Alternative Scenario: Build out 139 programs at eleven high school campuses • The estimated construction cost of $116,380,000 is based on the current renovation costs for the Parks facility and may vary by high school campus. • An accurate construction estimate cannot be provided without conducting a facility assessment of each high school campus. • While the estimated $134M capital investment for both equipment and construction would be a one-time cost, the $12.2M expense would be a recurring operating expense. Last Revised 02.27.2019

  21. Facilities Master Planning APPENDIX Last Revised 02.27.2019

  22. Atlanta Public Schools Facility Master Plan (FMP)Guiding Principles Last Revised 02.27.2019 22

  23. FMP: Guiding Principles Communication The District will strive to provide multiple opportunities and varied means of communication tailored to community needs that equip stakeholders with an understanding of the institutional facility investments over time. Community Input The District will strive to provide opportunities for input as part of the decision-making process, as well as educate school communities of the institutional facility investments at specific school sites. Safety & Security The safety and security of APS students and staff is a top priority. The Facility Master Plan (FMP) will support safety and security measures at all District facilities through compliance with all safety codes and regulations. The District will incorporate safety and security best practices in the design, construction, maintenance, and operation of the District’s facilities.

  24. FMP: Guiding Principles Academic Fit The Facility Master Plan is academically-driven, recognizes that physical environment and facilities must support effective teaching, enhance learning, and maximize student achievement. Co-Curricular Support In addition to instructional fit, the Facility Master Plan also supports co-curricular (e.g., physical education, athletics, fine arts, and career and technical education, etc.) goals and strategies articulated in the District’s Strategic Plan and Board Priorities. Educational Equity The Facility Master Plan addresses equity in facilities based on current Educational Specifications for Board-approved programs at the campus level. These facilities will provide students access to quality academic and specialized programming and technology by constructing and/or renovating facilities through a strategic, phased modernization strategy.

  25. FMP: Guiding Principles Fiscal Responsibility The Facility Master Plan will include the protection of the taxpayers’ investment in the District’s facilities through a 10-year, long-term plan with a four-year review cycle for maintenance, repairs and renovations to extend the useful life of existing facilities coupled with the development of parameters for building replacement. Optimal Utilization The Facility Master Plan will identify specific plans and/or remedies to achieve a target range of 75% - 115% of permanent capacity when compared with projected student enrollment, beginning with the opening of the 2019-20 school year and every school year thereafter, and will contain a two-year cycle of review for enrollment projections for subsequent years. Sustainability Photo: The New Schools at Carver Campus The Facility Master Plan will be developed to support and protect the environment and strengthen academics through the use of sustainable and conservation-focused practices for its buildings, grounds and equipment. The plan will be informed by best practices in daily operations of facilities and equipment using green energy, energy efficiency, resource recovery, water conservation, waste minimization and sustainable building practices.

  26. Next Steps Timeline 2020-2022 (Updated)

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