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PPSD Graduation Campaign

PPSD Graduation Campaign. Graduation Info Session Graduation Campaign | February/March 2013. GRADUATION CAMPAIGN. Graduation Info Session Agenda. Info Session Objectives. Build awareness about the new graduation requirements. 1.

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PPSD Graduation Campaign

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  1. PPSD Graduation Campaign Graduation Info Session Graduation Campaign | February/March 2013 GRADUATION CAMPAIGN

  2. Graduation Info Session Agenda

  3. Info Session Objectives Build awareness about the new graduation requirements. 1. Create a community-wide sense of urgency around the needs of our students and our schools. 2. Engage family and community members as key partners in promoting student success and on-time graduation. 3. Preview the Personal Graduation Plan and discuss the purpose of the upcoming Grad Forums. 4.

  4. Introduction and Overview • PPSD is committed to preparing all students for success in their chosen colleges and careers. • Beginning with the Class of 2014, students must score a level 2 or higher on NECAP in order to graduate. Despite our best efforts, we are falling short of our goal. The Situation • Close to 65% of the Class of 2014 may be in jeopardy of not graduating on time. • We must work quickly to prepare our juniors for graduation, while also building awareness among all of our students. The Challenge • There is good news—we have invested in programs and interventions to support our students through graduation. • We must work together to ensure that our students graduate college- and career-ready. Everyone must be part of the solution—students, families, community members and educators. The Opportunity

  5. About the Graduation Campaign Academic Interventions: Organize immediate academic interventions designed to maximize ELA and math supports for struggling students. Extraordinary Oversight: Promote the continuous use of data to inform decision-making and allow for heightened accountability at all levels of the organization. Community Engagement: Design and implement a robust strategy to engage parents and community members in the graduation campaign. Policy Development: Investigate alternative policies that maintain high expectations for student learning within the context of new standards and assessments.

  6. New Performance-Based Graduation Requirements 1 21 Credits 2 Diploma Assessments 3 NECAP Level 2+ • 4 credits in Math • 4 in English • 3 in History • 3 in Science • 2 in Foreign Language • 2 in Physical Education • .5 in Art • .5 in Technology • 2 in Electives • Senior exhibition/Senior project • Comprehensive course assessments • Level 2, 3, or 4 (partially proficient or above) on Reading NECAP exam • Level 2, 3, or 4 (partially proficient or above) on Math NECAP exam graduateprovidence.org

  7. A Closer Look at the NECAP Requirement Students must score a 2 (“Partially Proficient”) or better on both the Reading and Math NECAP exams. • Students will have more than one opportunity to take the NECAP (during their junior and senior years). • Students can show growth to meet the requirement. • It’s really a matter of answering 5 to 8 more questions correctly.

  8. Class of 2014 Assessment Schedule October 2012: Grade 11 Reading and Math NECAP administered Score ≥ 2 in Reading and Math Score < 2 Spring 2013: School develops progress plans for students October 2013: Student retakes NECAP Reading and/or Math exam(s) Score ≥ 2 OR achieve Progress to Proficiency in area(s) not previously fulfilled Score < 2 Spring 2014: Student takes approved alternative tests or takes state retest Met cut score for alternative test or state re-test Requirement not met Student remains in school or participates in a program to reach proficiency Spring 2014: Student may be eligible for Local waiver Student fulfills all graduation requirements and GRADUATES

  9. Personal Graduation Plans • Math interventions: • Recommendation 1… • Math Task to Assess Progress: • Interim Assessment score • Unit assessment Graduation Requirements On-Track to Graduate Progress Plan 21 course credits Math NECAP (2+) Reading NECAP (2+) Senior project Course assessments

  10. School Action Plan

  11. School Action Plan

  12. We Need Your Help! Please support and encourage your child to: Come to school every day Arrive at school on time Complete homework assignments Ask for help Participate in class Prepare for tests and quizzes Believe in themselves Take risks and persevere

  13. We Cannot Do this Alone! • Know the graduation requirements • Know your child’s graduation plan • Become informed and stay informed • Contact counselors and advisors regularly • Attend school informational meetings • Watch attendance and grades • Provide a quiet place to study • Speak to your son or daughter daily about school • Know about and expect participation in before/after-school and summer learning opportunities graduateprovidence.org

  14. Upcoming Grad Forum Reminder to attend your child’s Grad Forum on March ____ at ____. The Grad Forum is a great opportunity learn more about the specific supports available at your child’s school and to work with school staff to develop a Personal Graduation Plan for your son or daughter. Please sign up for a Grad Forum appointment today! Stay informed: visit the new website--graduateprovidence.org Follow us on Twitter: @GraduatePVD

  15. Question and Answer Period Questions I have for the presenters: Questions I have about my son/daughter for the Grad Forum conference:

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