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Electra Independent School District District Improvement Plan 2015-2016

District ID: 243902

EISD BOARD APPROVAL: Revised: Revised: Reviewed: Revised:

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Mission Statement Policy AE We are committed to empowering each student to become a responsible, productive learner who is motivated to succeed at his or her highest potential.

Vision Statement Providing the key to unlock the goal and dreams of every student!

Long Range Goals (EISD School Board) 1. The Board of Trustees and administration of Electra ISD will provide the necessary support for teaching and learning that prepare

students for their chosen endeavors. 2. The Board of Trustees and administration of Electra ISD will increase opportunities for parents and community members to be

involved in the district activities. 3. The Board of Trustees and administration of Electra ISD will provide for the efficient and effective operation of the District. 4. The District will take measures to impact and sustain positive attitudes and morale of all stakeholders in the school district. 5. The Board of Trustees and administration of Electra ISD will investigate methods to improve the effectiveness and success of

campus operations. 6. The Board of Trustees of Electra ISD will support the actions of the administration for developing programs that prepare students

for postsecondary endeavors.

District Board of Trustees Wayne Cranford President Marty McCain Vice-President Ben Segler Secretary Janine Adams Member Sherie Rondeau Member Layne Holmes Member Kayla Swenson Member

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Campus/District Improvement Team

Scott Hogue Superintendent

Michael Stevens Secondary Principal

Steven Wallace Elementary Principal

LaRae Collins Counselor

Patty Kay Bruce Social Worker

Christy Allen Teacher

Cheryl Kays Teacher

Lindsay Lemon Teacher

Wendy Marsh Teacher

Sarita Russell Teacher

Priscilla Gibson Teacher

Kelly DeLizio Parent

Veronica Kimbro Parent

Kaylee Robey Parent

Erin Staley Parent

Sandy Thomas Community/Business Member

John Pricket Community Member

Teresa Daniel Parent/Business Member

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Comprehensive Needs Assessment Process Summary District administrators assessed data from the previous year and examined goals and performance objectives for the 2015-2016 school year based on these findings. Each were assessed and data was analyzed for strengths and weaknesses. The outcome was a list of district goals created to meet conclusions and new objectives were written, followed by appropriate strategies, timelines, benchmark assessments, resources, etc. for each goal and performance objective.

Summary of Prior Year’s Program Evaluation Goal 1: Students will meet or exceed the high state and federal standards. Goal 1 was not totally met, but improvements continue to be made each year. This goal continues to be high priority for the district. Electra ISD will strive to meet the targeted STAAR standards and to perform above state average. EISD will target specific sub-populations that aren’t improving such as Economically Disadvantaged. Renaissance STAR Reading and Math assessments will be utilized on the elementary campus to target foundation skill gaps in early grades and drive reading and math instruction to decrease the number of students falling below grade level standards. DMAC benchmarking and formative assessments will be utilized to track specific skills deficiencies in students on all campuses. Write from the Beginning and Beyond training and implementation will be utilized to vertically align writing across the elementary that will carry over to the Junior/Senior High campus. Goal 2: EISD will actively engage parents and the community in the educational process. Goal 2 was emphasized and greatly improved last year. We will continue to implement strategies for increased parent participation to be included in each campus plan to utilize opportunities for parent meetings, conferences on student achievement, and activities where parents can be involved with their students and teachers. Goal 3: EISD will ensure that technology is incorporated into all aspects of the educational process. Goal 3 was met. A new Wifi system and better accessibility was implemented at both campuses. Staff will utilize technology to communicate with parents when applicable and incorporate the use of technology in student lessons. Technology staff will continue to provide training throughout the school year. Goal 4: EISD students will be educated in a safe and engaging classroom environment relevant to learning in a climate of mutual respect. Electra ISD will continue to update programs and procedures to address safety and respectful climate for all students. Emergency plans, character education traits, bullying advocacy, and Crime Stoppers will be utilized. Goal 5: EISD students will be taught highly qualified teachers who are assisted by highly qualified paraprofessionals. Electra is 98.6% Highly Qualified for the 2015-2016 school year. Recruitment and maintaining highly qualified teachers and paraprofessionals will be an ongoing process. Staff will be mentored and assisted in the certification process if additional certification is required.

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Data Analysis Sources Summary of Findings

State Assessment Data Campus/Grade Level Reporting Categories Ethnic Groups Economically Disadvantaged LEP G/T At Risk

Sources: TAPR Report State Acct. Report AYP Report Program Data Longitudinal/Cohort Data Trend Data

Met or exceeded state averages in 7th reading and writing, math and social studies, 3rd reading, 4th reading, 4th writing ,and 6th reading, EOC English 1, English 2, Algebra 1, Biology and US History

Did not meet state averages in, 8th reading, 5th reading and 5th science

District met standards on student achievement, student progress, closing performance gaps, and postsecondary readiness.

District exceeded target score on Indexes 1-4

Other Assessments STAAR-M STAAR-Alt TELPAS TPRI/Early Reading Literacy

TAPR Report AYP Report TELPAS Data SPED Assessment Data Early Literacy Data

PBMAS indicated areas of concern for Special Education. The SPED pass rate for Math is well below the state average

PBMAS indicated that we are over represented in Special Education especially in ISS placements.

PBMAS also indicated CTE students graduating with Recommended or Distinguished Diplomas is below the state average but improved from last year.

Scheduling time for intervention and maintaining fidelity to the current intervention programs is important.

TELPAS scores were above state average on 2 or 3 ELL students

Attendance Rate District/Campus Grade Level Ethnicity

Attendance Records Truancy Reports TAPR Reports AYP Report

District attendance rate has held steady since 2004 at about 96% and even improved to almost 97% in 2014-15

Program Effectiveness Special Education Gifted and Talented ESL/Bilingual Title I State Compensatory Education

TAPR Report PBMAS Report Multi-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan Security Audit Tutorial / Remediation

EISD has Title I money that serves all populations- preschool through 6th grade.

Have a social worker on staff is a huge positive for EISD.

26 Gifted and Talented students district wide

2 English Language Learners district wide

The number of At Risk students in increasing as student population decreases.

Career and Technical Education Dyslexia Technology Transitions Parental Involvement Number of Students in a class

Data Numerous students are involved in Career Tech programs

One dyslexia teachers covers both campuses. Several non-qualifying students were found to be served by the program.

Technology upgrades are ongoing to meet district needs.

Parental Involvement has steadily declined in the past few years and is being addressed.

Class size is small due to student population.

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Staff Development Needs Involvement of Teachers in decisions regarding Staff Development Title I Title II (Teacher & Principal) Title II (Technology) Title III (English Language Acquisition) Title IV (Safe & Drug Free) Teacher Certification/High Needs/ Areas Identified by Assessment Disaggregation Program Needs

District Staff Development Records

Professional Development to support the use of district-approved core curriculum & TEKS to guide instruction will be continued in an effort to enhance student performance.

Parental Involvement training for the district is needed to increase parent attendance/involvement, and to help improve student achievement.

EISD will seek professional development opportunities to help teachers close the achievement gaps which exist for Economically Disadvantaged and SPED students.

EISD will seek professional development which helps EISD address the needs of ALL at-risk students in ALL areas.

Professional development is needed in how to close the achievement gap for all students.

Additional Areas Curriculum Staffing Patterns School Organizations

Demographics Staff Retention

While the overall student enrollment is decreasing, the number of students identified as At Risk is increasing.

Hispanic population and the percentage of students who are economically disadvantaged has also increased.

The number of EISD teachers and staff has declined slightly, but the teacher/ student ratio remains very low, approximately 10:1

Average teaching experience is 12.8 years.

All but 1 teacher is highly qualified and that teacher is working towards certification.

Declining enrollment is a major concern for EISD. Possibly due to lack of jobs, lack of housing, infrastructure of schools.

Increasing number of special education students is a concern, especially with declining enrollment.

Special education numbers and other sub-populations (i.e. at risk) should be monitored.

Discipline/Classroom Management Safe and Drug Free schools Discipline Referrals ISS

District Reports

68 student assignments to ISS for the 2014-2015 school year. This number decreased from 2013-14

Success in the Anti-Bullying program will continue.

Schools have a community perception of a safe learning environment.

Recommended 2015/2016 Priorities

Improve Overall District STAAR performance Close Performance Gaps in Sub-populations (At-Risk and Special Education) STAAR, STAAR EOC, & K-2 formative assessment data utilized Declining student population Increased communication with families Decrease % of students not meeting expectations on state & local assessments Increase percentage of Level 3 numbers on STAAR/EOC tests

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Key to Program Title I School Wide Components

Program Budget Codes

Abbreviation Program

T IA Title I, Part A

T IIA Title II, Part A (TPTR)

SCE State Compensatory Education

LOCAL Local Funds

Title I Components

Abbreviation Components

CNA Campus Needs Assessment

RS School Reform Strategies

IHQ Instruction by Highly Qualified Staff

PD High Quality and Ongoing Professional Development

AHQ Strategies to Attract Highly Qualified Staff

PI Strategies to Increase Parental Involvement

PTS Preschool Transition Strategies/ Transition

TPA Teacher Participation in Making Assessment Decisions

AMI Timely and Additional Assistance to Students Having Difficulty Mastering the Standards

CIS Coordination and Integration of Federal, State, and Local Programs and Resources

State Compensatory Education Funds will be used at the Elementary Campus to upgrade and

enhance the Title I School wide Programs so that all children meet state standards.

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Research-Based Curriculum & Instruction

Goal 1 EISD students will meet and/or exceed the state accountability standards in all core content areas.

Performance Objectives

1. EISD will meet and/or exceed the 2014 State Standards.

Meet 2014 Standard on state assessment performance in Reading, Math, Social Studies, Writing and Science in all student groups.

Summative Evaluation

State assessment results disaggregated by student group. Federal AYP Report

Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Completion

Date Evidence of

Implementation Evidence of

Impact Benchmark Timelines

Title I School-wide

Components

Benchmarking & formative assessments will be utilized to

identify students for changes in instruction, filling instructional gaps,

etc.

Principals Local Funds Before last STAAR/EOC

test DMAC reports DMAC Reports

12/20/15 5/30/16

RS

Consistent district-wide implementation of successful

Response to Intervention Principals Local Funds May 2016

Campus level reports & minutes

RtI report that includes academic

progress monitoring, number of referrals to Special Ed, etc.

10/2/15 11/6/15

12/18/15 2/12/16 4/7/16

5/26/16

RS

Each campus will review tutorials / classes to monitor and adjust for

effectiveness and attendance. Principals/Campus Teams SCE

August 2015; January 2016

Master Schedule;

tutorial lists

Mid-term tutorial report; state

assessment results

12/18/15 5/26/16

AMI

District-approved curriculum will be aligned with the TEKS.

Principals Local Funds May 2015 Lesson Plans &

vertical alignment documents

State Assessment Results

5/26/16 RS

Core and special education teachers will attend professional

development as required. Principals Local Funds May 2016

Professional Development and

budget records

Program Implementation;

Student Data

12/18/15 5/26/16

PD

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Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

Campuses will review all available data regarding student

eligibility for testing accommodations and alternate state assessments. Student data will be used to guide instruction and will be monitored to ensure appropriate decisions are made.

Principals & Patty Kay Bruce Local funds February 2016 PBMAS, 504

documentation, RtI minutes.

Sign-in sheets & minutes of meetings.

5/30/16 AMI

Examine the assignments of special education teachers and

Para-professionals to ensure the most effective and

efficient use of their time has been allocated to support students.

Superintendent/Principals Local Special Ed funds January 2016

Change in student schedules, and/or

master schedules as appropriate

Increased student performance on

classroom assignments and

assessments, benchmarks and

statewide assessments

February 2016 5/26/16

AMI

District-wide core and special education teachers and principals

will meet for vertical and horizontal alignment and campus

transition talks.

Principals and/or Region 9 ESC Specialists

Local December

2015 Sign In & Agenda

Benchmarks/Test Scores

May 2016 RS, PTS

Utilize DMAC to analyze and disaggregate data for all student groups and demographic areas.

Primary concerns include At-Risk, Economically Disadvantaged, and

Special Education.

Testing Coordinator/Principals

Local At the end of each

six weeks DMAC Reports at

each campus Benchmark & State Assessment results

At the end of each six weeks

TPA

Utilize K-2 STAR data to target gaps in foundational reading skills

and to focus early intervention with students.

Principals Local At the end of each

six weeks STAR Early Literacy

Reports STAR Early Literacy

Reports May 2016 CNA, AMI

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Parental Involvement

Goal 2 EISD will actively engage parents and the community in the educational process.


1. There will be 50% participation in Open Houses and parent conference days. 2. Each campus will hold multiple parent involved activities/events.


Parent surveys and events participation logs.


Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

The Superintendent will be present at athletic events, open houses, school

events, etc. to build positive relationships with parents.

Superintendent Local Funds Ongoing Log Parent Survey January 2016

May 2016 PI

Continue communication with parents on each campus including teachers contacting parents with

both positive and constructive comments.

Principals Local Funds May 2016 Contact log Survey response for

positive contact May 2016 PI

Create incentives to increase the return rate of parent surveys. Paper surveys are preferred.

Principals & Technology Coordinator

Local Funds March 2016 Incentive Plans Surveys Jan. 2016

March 2016 PI

Timely communication with parents regarding changes in the state

assessment (STAAR/EOC).

Testing Coordinator/Principals

Local Funds By March 2016 Parent Newsletters/ Newspaper articles & District Web site.

Survey response Jan. 2016 June 2016

PI

Raise parental awareness of all forms of student harassment, including

social media, texting, bullying, and verbal and physical violence.

Social Worker/Principals

Local Funds May 2016 Parent Newsletters/

Parent training session

Survey response Jan. 2016 May 2016

PI

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Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

To assist community members in understanding changes occurring

with the campuses, open houses and meet the teacher nights will be held.

Communication will be shared through local media.

Principals Local Funds September 2015

Sign-in sheets from Open House and

Meet the Teacher nights

Parent Survey September 2015 PI, CNA

Campuses will meet to determine which methods will be used to

communicate with parents to create consistency on each campus.

Principals Local Funds Staff meetings as

called throughout the year

Sign-in sheets and Agenda

Newsletters District Website Parent Survey

May 2016 CAN, TPA, PI

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Technology

Goal 3 EISD will ensure that technology is incorporated into all aspects of the educational process. Performance Objectives

1. 100% of EISD staff will utilize technology for classroom instruction. 2. 100% of teachers will be trained on how to create a teacher webpage, post assignments, parent reminders, etc. on the district website.


Teacher Lesson Plans, teacher & student surveys

Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Completion Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

Technology coordinator will continue to provide training on

software/hardware throughout the year in small groups as requested

Technology Coordinator

Local funds May 2016 Professional

development records

Survey results 12/18/15 5/27/16

RS

The computer labs will be utilized at all grade levels to increase state

assessment scores in all core subject areas.

Principals Local Funds/ SCE funds/ Title funds

May 2016 Sign-in sheets Teacher lesson

plans

Student Performance on

state assessments

12/18/15 5/27/16

AMI, CIS

Incorporate technology into programs that create positive, safe

school climate (harassment, bullying, texting, etc.)

Principals Local Funds May 2016 Student work

Teacher lesson plans

Surveys 12/18/15 5/27/16

RS

Electra ISD will update and enhance the district’s webpage with current

information to promote the district’s positive image/climate and

strengths.

Superintendent/ Technology Coordinator

Local Funds Ongoing New webpage with

current information

Positive response on surveys

Ongoing Weekly

PI

Provide additional technology programs for staff utilization to

focus on STAAR & EOC alignment. Superintendent Local Funds May 2016

Technology Report & Teacher Lesson

Plans

STAAR Chart results, Faculty Surveys & State Assessment

Results

May 2016 AMI

Students will receive grade-appropriate technology training.

Technology Coordinator/Classroom

teachers Local Funds May 2016

Student work Teacher lesson

plans

Student technology skills

May 2016 CNA

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Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Completion Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

Teachers will be trained on how to use technology to communicate

with parents.

Technology Coordinator/Principals

Local Funds May 2016 Benchmarks

Surveys

Sign-in sheets Professional

Development May 2016 CNA, PI

Electra ISD will utilize Outlook to communicate district events and

calendars. Campus Secretaries Local Funds May 2016

Outlook/Calendar Events

Surveys End of each six

weeks CNA

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Safe and Orderly Environment

Goal 4 EISD students will be educated in a safe and engaging classroom environment relevant to learning in a climate of mutual respect.


1. There will be an increase in favorable responses dealing with respect and bullying on parent, students and staff surveys. 2. EISD will show a 10% reduction in alcohol and drug usage on grades 5-12 surveys.


Annual discipline reports disaggregated by campus, grade level, and student group. Results of surveys by parents, students and staff. Graduation (Completion) and drop-out rates. PBMAS report.


Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

Continue immunization clinics and other incentive programs to promote

student wellness and attendance Principals Local funds May 2016 Calendar

Student attendance; State immunization

reports

12/18/15 5/26/16

CIS

Tiger Talks and teacher led character education lessons will be utilized to

promote positive relationships.

Principals/ Counselors/teacher

s Local funds May 2016 Program schedule

Student surveys Discipline reports

12/18/15 5/26/16

RS

Continue to Implement strategies to enhance staff morale.

Patty Kay Bruce/ Principals

Local Funds June 2016 Teacher

Comments Teacher Survey

12/18/15 5/26/16

RS

Explore Drug Awareness, Teen Pregnancy (issues high school

students face), & Program Options with a systemic

focus for the district.

High School Principal

Local Funds December

2015 Findings report Surveys May 2016 RS

Continue to implement K-12 strategies to improve student respect

and reduce bullying.

Principals Counselors

Social worker Local Funds September 2015 Bullying Plan Adopted Plan

Ongoing throughout the school year

CNA

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Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

Continue with consistent consequences for lack of respect

and/or bullying as outlined in the bullying plan.

Principals/Counselors Local Funds Ongoing – 2015/16 Bullying Plan Survey Results &

Discipline Reports December 2015

May 2016 CNA

The Superintendent will address ongoing building and remodeling plans with EISD Board Members

Superintendent Local Funds June 2015 School Board Agendas School Board

Minutes Monthly School Board

Meetings CNA

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Highly Qualified / Professional Development

Goal 5 EISD students will be taught by highly qualified teachers who are assisted by highly qualified paraprofessionals.


1. 100% of core area teachers will be highly qualified. 2. 100% of instructional paraprofessionals will meet the highly qualified standards. 3. 100% of new hires will meet highly qualified status prior to employment.


PBMAS Highly Qualified Report


Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

Conduct recruitment activities to ensure highly qualified personnel in

all positions. Activities include posting vacancies in multiple sites

and maintaining an active webpage.

Superintendent/ Principals

Local Funds Sept. 2015

Numbers of positions posted

Numbers of applications completed

Hiring of highly qualified

applicants Sept. 2016 HQ, TR

Establish an effective teacher mentoring system to retain highly

qualified staff. Principals Local Funds August 2015

Mentor assignment; Mentor conference with new teacher

Mentor and

New Teacher Report

At the end of each

six weeks HQ, TR

Analyze data from all teachers’ certifications, testing, staff

development, and service records to ensure that all meet highly qualified

status.

Principals Local Funds Oct. 2015

Personnel files; Profession

Development records;

Conferences with teachers

Highly qualified report

Aug. 2015 Oct. 2015 Jan. 2016

HQ

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Date Evidence of



Title I School-wide

Components

Assist teachers in maintaining or attaining certification through

alternative programs, GT certification, ESL certification, and TExES testing in order to assure all

staff are highly qualified. The district will pay for teachers who

take tests for additional certification and the cost for having it placed on certificates, if the district requests

that such tests be taken.

Superintendent/ Principals

Local Funds May 2016

Numbers of teachers in alternative certification programs;

Professional development

records; Number of teachers

requesting reimbursement for

adding areas of certification.

Maintaining a highly qualified staff

reflected in highly qualified report

Aug. 2015 May 2016

HQ

Analyze data from paraprofessionals’ files to ensure all

instructional aides are highly qualified

Principals Local Funds May 2016

Personnel files Professional

development certificates

Highly qualified staff as reflected in Highly

Qualified Report

Aug. 2015 May 2016

HQ

Require any instructional aides not considered highly qualified to complete TOP training at ESC9

Superintendent/ Campus Principals

Local Funds May 2016

Professional Development

records; Numbers attending TOPS

training

Achieve highly qualified status

Sept. 2015 May 2016

HQ

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