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School Improvement Plan 1 of 27 8/31/20

2020-21 School Improvement Plan

Brandon Elementary School

1612 Sayers St. Lufkin, TX 75904-2012

Phone: (936) 632-5513 Fax: (936) 632 5617

Pam McClendon, Principal

School Improvement Leadership Team Pam McClendon Principal Susan Liles Assistant Principal Amber Walker Assistant Principal Sheila Skelton Instructional Coach Stephanie Knox Counselor Emily Rubago Teacher-3rd grade Misty Corley Teacher-3rd grade Jessica Barnett Teacher-4th grade Heather Duke Teacher-4th grade Alex Cole Teacher-5th grade Donna Martin Teacher-5th grade Phyllis Belcher Teacher-Special Education Sandra Hinojoza Non-Teaching/paraprofessional Donna Martin DEIC Representative/Teacher Molly Ellis Dyslexia Specialist Jo Martin Librarian Allison Hillis Director of Adv. Placement Teresa Roe Teacher-Science Specialist Andrea Carrizales Community/Parent David Briggs Community Member

A copy of each campus and the district improvement plans are available for review upon request. A copy of each campus plan is kept on each campus. A copy of each campus plan and the district plan is available for review at the LISD Administration Building. The plan will be

translated into Spanish upon request.


Title I, Part A Schoolwide Program Program Implementation Statutory Requirements

ESSA TRANSITION: NCLB SWP-10 Components to 3 Elements

• Element 1 SWP Comprehensive Needs Assessment • Element 2 SWP Campus Improvement Plan Requirements • Element 3 Parent and Family Engagement Requirements

ELEMENT 1: Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA) 1.1 Campuses operating a schoolwide program must conduct a comprehensive needs assessment of the entire school that includes:

• The academic achievement of students • The needs of students who are failing, or are at-risk of failing, to meet State standards • Barriers for educators, students and parents

1.2 Needs to include date(s) that the CNA is developed/reviewed and/or revised ELEMENT 2: Campus Improvement Plan (CIP) An eligible school operating a schoolwide program may use Title I funds for any activity that supports the needs of students in the school as identified through the comprehensive needs assessment and articulated in the schoolwide plan. Campus Improvement Plan Requirements include: 2.1 involvement of: parents, community members, teachers, principal, other school leaders (as well as paraprofessionals, technology staff and special population representation) and includes a list of those individuals and their roles 2.2 Regular monitoring and revision (evaluation) as necessary based on student needs – provide dates and the list of those individuals and their roles 2.3 Available to the LEA, parents, and the public and the campus must include locations where the LEA will make the CIP available (central administration, post office, student handbook, parent meetings, and in an understandable and uniform format and, to the extent practicable, provided in a language that the CIP identifies that the parents can understand and indicate languages in which the CIP is distributed. The school shall develop a Campus Improvement Plan that includes reform strategies to address school needs, including a description of how such strategies WILL:

• Provide opportunities for all children, including each of the subgroups of students to meet the challenging State academic standards;

• Use methods and instructional strategies that strengthen the academic program in the school increase the amount and quality of learning time, and help provide an enriched and accelerated curriculum which may include programs activates, and course necessary to provide a well-rounded education

• Address the needs of ALL students in the school, but particularly the needs of those at risk or not meeting the challenging State academic standards.

ELEMENT 3: SWP School Parent and Family Engagement Requirements 3.1 School Parent and Family Engagement Policy: Campuses served under this part shall jointly develop with parents and family members of participating children a written parent and family engagement policy agreed on by such parents, that shall describe the means for carrying out the following requirements:

• Provide a list of the individuals and their roles who assisted with the development of Parent and Family Engagement Policy; If requested by parents, opportunities for regular meetings; and if the schoolwide program plan is not satisfactory to the parents of participating children, submit any parent comments on the plan when the school makes the plan available to the LEA

• The policy shall be made available to the local community on campuses, at central administration, and on the district website, and updated periodically to meet the changing needs of parents and the school.


• Offer a flexible number of meeting such as meetings in the morning or evening; may provide, with funds provided by Title I, Part A, transportation, child care, or home visits, as such services relate to parental involvement (with an indications of dates, times, and locations of the PFE meetings, and involve parents, in an organized, ongoing, and timely way, in the planning, review, and improvement of programs under this part;

3.2 Shared Responsibilities for High Student Academic Achievement Each campus served under this part shall jointly develop with parents for all children served under this part a school-parent compact that outlines how parents, the entire school staff, and students will share the responsibility for improved student academic achievement and how the school and parents will build and develop a partnership to help children achieve the State’s high standards. Such compact shall

• Address the importance of communication between teachers and parents on an ongoing basis through, at a minimum— o Parent-teacher conferences in elementary schools, at least annually, during which the compact shall be

discussed as the compact relates to the individual child’s achievement; o Frequent reports to parents on their children’s progress; o Reasonable access to staff, opportunities to volunteer and participate in their child’s class, and observation of

classroom activities; and o Ensuring regular two-way, meaningful communication between family members and school staff, and, to the

extent practicable, in a language that family members can understand. 3.3 Building Capacity for Involvement To ensure effective involvement of parents and to support a partnership among the school involved, parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement, each campus and LEA assisted under this part shall:

• provide assistance to parents of children served by the school or local educational agency, as appropriate, in understanding such topics as, State academic standards, State and local academic assessments, and how to monitor a child’s progress and work with educators to improve the achievement of their children;

• provide materials and training to help parents work with their children to improve their children’s achievement, such as literacy training, using technology, and how to foster parental involvement

• educate teachers, specialized instructional support personnel, principals, and other school leaders, and other staff, with the assistance of parents the value and utility of contributions of parents and how to reach out to, communicate with, and work with parents as equal partners

• how to implement and coordinate parent programs, and • how to build ties between parents and the school and • to the extent feasible and appropriate, coordinate and integrate parent involvement programs and activities with

other Federal, State, and local programs, including public pre-school programs, and conduct other activities, such as parent resource centers, that encourage and support parents in more fully participating in the education of their children; and

• ensure that information related to school and parent programs, meetings, and other activities is sent to the parents of participating children in a format and, to the extent practicable, in a language the parents can understand; and

• provide such other reasonable support for parental involvement activities under this section as parents may request

• to the extent practicable, provide opportunities for the informed participation of parents and family members (including parents and family members who have limited English proficiency, parents and family members with disabilities, and parents and family members of migratory children), including providing information and required school reports in a format and, to the extent practicable, in a language such parents understand.


I. School Characteristics

W.H. Brandon Elementary School is named in honor of Mr. W.H. Brandon, an educational trailblazer in the history of Lufkin. W.H. Brandon Elementary opened in the fall of 1983 with an initial enrollment of 300 students. The current enrollment of the school today approximately 410 students. W.H. Brandon Elementary services students from third through fifth grades. In addition to students with special needs, the campus also houses the elementary Gifted and Talented program for the Lufkin Independent School District, with an enrollment of approximately 230 students in third through fifth grades. Students are also afforded the opportunity to experience Science Laboratory activities, Physical Education, Computer Literacy, Music and Library access and field trips. The GT students have engineering lessons as well. Another wonderful highlight of our campus is the Neuhaus trained Dyslexia Specialist who serves almost 50 children. We believe in the diversity on our campus and feel we have an excellent opportunity to advance learning for all children.

II. Community Characteristics Lufkin is a peaceful, progressive, community-minded town located in the heart of the Texas Forest Country with a population approaching 36,000 and lies within Angelina County with a population of 86,000 residents. The area offers opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy museums, a national award winning zoo, parks, lakes, unique shops, rodeos, festivals, sports activities and year-round events. Major area employers span the fields of industry, education, healthcare, retail, forestry and government. Currently, new development in Lufkin is primarily commercial with minimal new residential growth . The average family size is 2.68. The average household income is approximately $61,393 with a median income of $43,803. The cost of living in Lufkin is 3% lower than the Texas average and 12% lower than the national average. The ethnic composition of the city is 67% White, 25% African American, 3% other race, 2% Asian, and 2% two or more races. Within the Lufkin Independent School District, 64% of our students are Economically Disadvantaged. Area students have access to two outstanding avenues of higher education, a community college in Lufkin, Angelina College, and a four-year university, Stephen F. Austin State University, a short commute from our town. A bright future exists for the students and residents of Lufkin, Texas

III. Student Demographics The total enrollment for the W.H. Brandon Elementary campus is just over 380 students for the 2019-20 school year. The campus ethnic makeup is 36.32% African American students, 35% White students, 23.42% Hispanic students, 2.37% Asian students, and 2.89% Two or More races students. Economically Disadvantaged students account for 72% of the Brandon population, while Special Education students comprise 9.21%. The Gifted and Talented program is represented by 54.21% of the student population. Our attendance rate was 96.14% for the 2019-2020 school year. Brandon had a 50.26% At-Risk population in 2019-20.

IV. Beliefs and Mission Mission The mission of Lufkin ISD and Brandon Elementary is to educate and equip all students for success through exceptional learning experiences on campus and through virtual learning. Beliefs We believe all students can learn. We believe our community’s involvement and diversity are essential for maximizing student learning. We believe Lufkin ISD staff is our greatest asset. We believe Lufkin ISD achieves higher levels of performance through clearly defined goals with high expectations for all students. We believe Lufkin ISD is the school of choice.


We believe Lufkin ISD is equipped to provide exceptional learning opportunities on campus and virtually. We believe Lufkin ISD must continually progress in everything we do.

V. Needs Assessment Student Achievement STRENGTHS • GT Masters scores increased on campus and district assessments. • Campus tutorial and intervention model for entire campus • Consistent growth and filling in gaps. • Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Implementation • Using data to drive instruction • Neuhaus Enrichment Program implementation

TARGETED NEEDS Increase independent reading time during the day Close the gap for African Americans and Economically Disadvantaged in Science Close the gap for African Americans and Economically Disadvantaged in Writing Increase Special Ed. Scores in all areas More training for PBIS Ensuring instruction is driven by ongoing data

School Culture and Climate STRENGTHS Active PTK Community partnerships with churches, PTK, United Way etc. Strong commitment to campus safety and security Community involvement with the Lunch Buddy program virtually as needed. Use of restorative discipline throughout the campus and strategies involved with it such as Quiet Start and

Circles.

TARGETED NEEDS Bully prevention and intervention programs Incentives to increase teacher perfect attendance. Increase parent involvement in PTK. Motivational programs and incentives to increase motivation and effort in the classroom.

Staff Quality and Professional Development STRENGTHS 2020-2021 District Pay Scale 2020-2021 Staffing Allocations and Hiring Auxiliary and Paraprofessionals Staff Qualifications ESL/Bilingual Certifications Interview Schedules/ Recommendation Forms T-TESS Information Professional Development Opportunities Teacher Certifications/ Qualifications Data Staffing Turnover TELPAS Certifications Neuhaus


TARGETED NEEDS Professional development will support campus needs ESL certification for all new staff members. Continued training for all GT teachers. Provide more RTI training and overview of the program for all staff members. CPI training for staff

Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction STRENGTHS Beginning of year school wide intervention for all students due to Pandemic school closure. Dyslexic/Reading Interventionist that will provide reading interventions for low performing students. Support provided by district and campus level instructional coaches. CBA and Benchmark data is used to make instructional decisions and intervention decisions. Campus literacy specialist providing reading interventions and identification.

TARGETED NEEDS Vertical Planning Monitoring of student achievement and progress Strategies for teaching to improve performance for our struggling subgroups. Continue to work on Common Instructional Framework for the entire campus to align through the grade levels. Intensive training for writing and science teachers Need additional enrichment training for new teachers

Family and Community Involvement STRENGTHS Several activities to connect with family members and community members and involve them in our school

virtually (Lunch Buddy Program, Book Fair, Grandparents Day, etc.) Remind to connect with parents and keep updated. Brandon Scholars provides scholarships for former Brandon students. Teachers make positive contact with parents on a weekly basis. Partnership with local church that provides after school tutoring for Brandon students.

TARGETED NEEDS Creating and maintaining more parental involvement in their student’s academic progress. Promotion of our Gifted and Talented program to increase enrollment. Continued use of media and social media to show campus positives throughout the community. Providing helpful resources for parents to equip them to be more effective at facilitating. Updated teacher websites

School Context and Organization STRENGTHS Positive school climate Consistent monitoring and adjusting of instructional time and intervention plans. Campus groups and committees to help make decisions that include as many stakeholders as possible. Teachers communicate daily and weekly with parents through Class Dojo, Remind and weekly folders 9-week celebrations Positive leadership team Weekly SEL lessons Monthly faculty meetings Remind

TARGETED NEEDS Preparing 5th grade transition to middle school


Developing teacher expertise in lesson planning with Bloom’s; higher level questioning and instruction. Increase teacher walkthroughs and ongoing feedback Vertical planning with sister schools and grade level Be diligent with Social and Emotional Lessons (SEL)

Technology STRENGTHS Campus Media Specialist All core classrooms have a smart board One computer Lab with 24 desktop computers Two sets of iPads for the campus. Chromebook Carts Laptop Carts All students have a google account Support from technology department is prompt and well done. Quick response from campus media specialist or technology department to handle needs

TARGETED NEEDS WiFi in portable buildings for music Stronger WiFi connections throughout building Monitoring of all current software for usage and effectiveness. More technology by carts for classroom checkouts More technology training to implement into daily instruction. Replacement of damaged laptops from previous carts.

District Improvement Plan 8 of 27 8/31/20

1. Teaching and Learning

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES: 1. All learners in Lufkin ISD will achieve their full potential.

1.1 Implement and monitor a challenging curriculum focused on student achievement.

• Develop and implement a challenging, differentiated and engaging curriculum across all grade levels and content areas, with success measured by student achievement.

• Monitor a challenging, differentiated and engaging curriculum across all grade levels and content areas, with success measured and

monitored by student achievement.

1.2 Design an engaging, quality instructional model for students and teachers.

• Research instructional models that encompass 21st Century learning skills and develop a framework for implementation. • Develop a system to equip teachers with a 21st century mind set and provide appropriate training and skill development.


District Wide: Special Populations (Sp. Pop.): Funding Sources: A (8) Teachers’ Use of Academic Assessment AR At Risk B Bilingual SE Special Education HQ (3) Quality Instruction E Ethnicity GT Gifted and Talented TI Title I-A HQA (5) Strategies to Attract Highly Qualified Teachers ESL English as a Second Language GU Gear Up TII A Title II-A PD (4) Professional Development LSES Economically Disadvantaged HSI High School Initiative TII D Title II-D PI (5) Parent Involvement GT Gifted and Talented L Local TIII Title III R (2) Reform Strategy SE Special Education SCE State Compensatory Education TIV Title IV T (7) Transition CTE – Perkins TV Title V TA (9) Timely Assistance for Students with Difficulty CNA (1) Comprehensive Needs Assessment CS (10) Coordination of Services District Wide Action Step/Strategy/Intervention Sp.

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1.We have created, focused, and aligned our campus vision for all stakeholders of the Brandon Campus to support our district mission. The mission of Lufkin ISD is to educate and equip all students for success through exceptional learning experiences.

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2020-21 L, SCE, GT, TI Summative: The Brandon Campus, through collaboration with all stakeholders, will strive to be a TEA campus of distinction with six stars. All stakeholders are informed of campus vision and mission. Formative: 1 1. Meet and collaborate with all stakeholders of the Brandon Campus. 2. Elect new representatives to the Campus Education Imp. Committee (CEIC). 3. Provide Staff Development opportunities that correlate with the District's data focus and new or revised Texas TEKS. 4. Support our DEIC member.

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2.Administrators and Teachers focus on student engagement to provide meaningful work for students that facilitates a high level of engagement and ensures a high level of success. Staff development, the cost of books, Region VII training will assist teachers in focusing on student engagement and high expectations.

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Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach Classroom Teachers Team Leaders

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Formative 2: 1. Budget expenditures aligned with campus instructional vision and data. 2. Perform documented classroom walk throughs. 3. Analyze student success levels on local and state assessments.


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HQ 3.Provide clean, healthy, and comfortable school facilities for all students and stakeholders.

Sanitize rooms focusing on desks and doorknobs

Thorough cleaning and dusting Clean walls and sanitize in bathrooms Clean tile walls on campus

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Formative 3: 1.Meet regularly with head custodian to discuss areas of needed concerns. 2.Perform campus walk throughs 3. Principal meets monthly with custodial staff

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4.Meet with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade level teams to discuss plans/timelines and collaborate about in person and virtual learning.

Create schedules to provide opportunities to meet during school hours

Team leaders further enhance communication among the staff.

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Weekly or monthly, per need

L, SCE Formative 4: 1.Teachers will dis-aggregate local assessment data using CBA and Benchmark data, pertaining to the vertical alignment of the curriculum. 2. Staff will track all AA and low SES students and be involved in monthly follow up meetings in their regard to increase student achievement.

R, PI 5.Meet with Campus Education Improvement Committee to discuss campus needs and concerns as well as plans for our yearly events and how we will continue to connect virtually.

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Three times per year L Formative 5 1. The campus will hold a minimum of three CEIC meetings per school year.

R, PI 6.Brandon will develop a plan of action to enhance learning through quarterly parties based on academic success( ie. Attendance and AR parties)

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2020-21 L Formative 6: 1.A plan will be developed and implemented. 2.Intervention groups and specific goals will be identified.



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7. Campus assessment measurements will be analyzed by the progress reports each three weeks. Each nine weeks, campus assessment measures will be analyzed, targeting specific strategies for specific children,based on the results of CBA's, benchmark, and report cards.

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Each grading period according to District guidelines

L Summative 1: Campus leadership will remain current in instructional dynamics and TEA guidelines for assessment. Formative 1: Each nine weeks grades will be reviewed per teacher, per subject. Growth will be charted. Any child with failing grades will meet with the teacher and parent, and a plan will be established to support success. Formative 2: Examine and analyze CBA and benchmark data with teachers and district staff; support any and all interventions. Formative 3: Principal will meet with each teacher, each nine weeks, to further support excellence in instruction.

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8. Teachers will know the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) related to their content and specific grade. The teachers will identify supporting and readiness standards and give them proper emphasis in their teaching. Training will be provided for new teachers via District content leadership

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On-going L, SCE, TI Summative 2: Review of District Benchmark 2020 scores to ensure student growth. Intervention plans which are established for struggling students are tracked.

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9. The Principal, Assistant Principal, and Instructional Coach will monitor instruction and classroom management.


We will instititute the T- TESS Evaluation System this year

L Formative: Data from Eduphoria and Lead Forward will be analyzed and discussed with the teachers.

HQ, PD 10. The Principals, Instructional Coach, and DOI specialists will monitor the lesson plan delivery and process.

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Aug-2020-June 2021 L Formative 1: Teachers will review data from Dunbar and the previous grade level. Formative 2 : Teachers will review Benchmark reports from Spring 2020. Formative 3: Teachers will review vertical alignment of TEKS.

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11. Wednesday meetings and Department/grade level meetings will be held regularly to review assessments, progress reports, behavior records, and upcoming TEKS. Agendas will be maintained as well as sign in sheets. Team leaders will hold weekly meetings as needed.

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2020-21 L Formative 4: District Benchmark, previous year STAAR, will reflect a passing rate for all students, plus a goal of advanced status for at least 50% of the GT children.

R, HQ,A 12. Campus administration will conduct weekly walk-throughs to monitor curriculum delivery giving positive feedback and sharing areas of concern.

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Weekly L Formative 5: Walk through data will show evidence of classroom monitoring of instructional delivery. Summative 3: Principal will provide feedback to teachers using the standard LISD Elementary Walk through form and the T TESS observation form.



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HQ, A 13. Principal will train the staff on the TEA Accountability System for 2019 and review all results from last year's STAAR administration. Teams will set goals for progress this year.

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Principal Annually L Summative 4: Teachers will be able to explain the TEA Accountability system in relationship to our specific data.

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14. Principals and administrators will encourage new teachers to become GT certified and ESL certified.

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Annually L, GT Summative 5: The number of GT and ESL certified teachers will increase.

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15. Teachers will continue to create instruction to meet STAAR/TEA objectives and be aware of the STAAR accountability and reporting categories.


Quarterly reviews L Spring 2018 and Spring 2019 results will be compared.

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16. Behavior Intervention paraprofessional position created to work alongside the Principal, Assistant Principal, and Counselor as support for the campus utilization of restorative practices.

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2020-21 L Discipline Data Sign-In Sheets Check in/Check out sheets

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17. Develop consistent strategies for reading teachers to use in developing students and their reading skills.

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Weekly and Monthly L, TI, SE T TESS will be noted on observations and the use of Lead Forward's Academic Vocabulary will be noted.

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18. AR reading program is designed to inspire and reward children for reading goals beyond their minimum expectations.


Monthly tracking 2020-2021

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Monthly ceremonies, awarding excellent readers with AR prizes, will be held. AR parties will be held each nine weeks as well.

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19. Analyze CBA and Benchmark results. Teachers will review item analysis, Star reading and Star math reports as well as report cards. Students who score 60% and lower will be identified and intervention will be implemented.

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Quarterly 2020-2021 L, SCE, TI Data will be tracked and teacher conferences will be held each nine weeks. RTI groups will be reviewed by Instructional Coach and Dyslexia Therapist.

HQ 20. RtI groups will be monitored every three weeks after progress reports Tutorial groups will meet 3-5 times per week for intervention and remediation.

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Quarterly 2020-2021 L Star reading and Star math scores Progress Reports Report cards CBA's and Benchmark results

HQ 21. Fourth grade writing teachers will have additional quarterly seminars to support their level of instruction with the help of DOI staff specialists.

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Quarterly 2020-2021 L Progress reports and report cards



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R 22. Continue to support and grow our Campus Behavior Plan (Positive Behavior Intervention Support Program) including Quiet Start, Virtual Lunch Buddy Mentoring Program, Check In-Check Out)

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Ongoing L, SLE Attendance Rate Grades Discipline Referrals

HQ, PD 23. Staff Development will take place with Lead4ward information as we streamline our specific goals per content and grade level.

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2020-2021 L, SCE Staff development will be given to leadership team, who will then train the teaching staff.

HQ, PD 24. Science and math teacher training will be ongoing for the revised curriculum. Monthly science meetings with district 3-5 science teachers.

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2020-2021 TI, GT, L DOI staff will assist the principals in monitoring the delivery of the revised curriculum. They will also support the teachers with resources.

R, HQ 25. Integrate Engineering lessons to all GT 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classes

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2020-2021 TI, GT, L Engineering lessons will be incorporated in the Language Arts program in fifth grade.

R, HQ 27. Students will participate in PE activities and district activities to support health and fair play.

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2020-2021 District funding Students will participate in campus activities.

R, HQ 28. GT students will be exposed to a more rigorous curriculum through the expansion and enrichment of the required TEKS. Their program will also be enhanced by virtual field trips and guest speakers. Projects will also be incorporated to further enhance their learning.

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2020-2021 TI and GT and L PTK support

Students will be above grade level in reading and math as well as score in the advanced range on district assessments.

R, HQ 29. Students will develop leadership skills through recycling, working on community projects, developing a no bullying campaign, and participating in student council.


2020-2021 L Awards will be presented to student leaders and those who do extra special things for other people (Way to Go awards, Principal Club, and Good News awards).

TA, HQ 30. Students with disabilities will remain in general education classes as much as possible to ensure they are receiving instruction in the Least Restrictive Environment.

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2020-2021 SE, L Annual ARD reviews Student success in general ed classes

HQ, SE 31. Full time Dyslexia Therapist and Dyslexia/Reading Interventionist is a member of our staff to support dyslexic children and those children who, based on RTI data, are in need of assistance.

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2020-2021 L, SCE, TI Data will be disaggregated each quarter for the students receiving services from our Dyslexia Therapist.



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32. Counselor will introduce core essentials character traits each month and give lessons to the children. In addition, restorative practice circles will be implemented as needed along with training for ADD and Trauma to assist students throughout their elementary school years with additional focus on 5th graders transitioning to 6th grade.

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2020-2021 L,SCE, TI A schedule will be kept of all lessons. District Student Services and campus administrators conduct trainings for campus staff on designated days. Scheduled meetings with the middle school to assist with 5th graders transitioning to 6th grade.

A, TA 33. Students that are academically unsuccessful will extended day for targeted interventions.

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2020-2021 T1 Grades Assessments

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May 2021 L Student input

T 36.Districtwide transition event, Selfie to Synergy, to prepare outgoing 5th graders for the transition to middle school. Team building, personality profiles, and various activities are conducted to allow students a more effective transition to 6th grade.

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2. Human Capital

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES: 2. Design a system to attract and retain highly qualified diverse staff.

2.1 Develop and implement an exceptional recruiting and hiring process for all staff positions.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive plan to effectively screen, interview and select highly qualified individuals to meet the needs of available positions.

• Continue current recruiting strategies and develop partnerships with post-secondary and other certifying agencies.

2.2 Design and implement a quality induction and career development plan which enhances loyalty and dedication to Lufkin ISD.

• Immerse new employees in the district/campus culture by providing an in-depth training program that enables them to become valuable

members of the LISD team. • Develop and implement a comprehensive retention plan to keep and foster a highly effective staff in all areas and at all levels in the district.



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HQA 1. Our district has an outstanding virtual employment fair in the spring to attract teachers from neighboring towns and universities. The district also has a strong PR program that spreads the good news about Lufkin ISD.

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Quality teachers will choose Lufkin.

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2. The District has a Leadership Academy program which encourages staff members to continue their education.

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Staff members who have furthered their post secondary education will increase.

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3. New Teacher trainings begin with two district professional development days each year. Campus training and support is also given through data meetings, team meetings, and faculty meetings. Workshops and mentors are also provided for new staff members. Staff is considered "new" if they have been on the Brandon campus three years and less.

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2020-2021 L, SCE, TI Teacher book study results Conference results Walk through results.

HQ,HQA 4. Professional Days are sponsored by the campus at the beginning of the year and during the year. Trainings are based on the needs of the staff as determined by staff feedback and district results and goals.

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2020-2021 L, SCE, TI, GT Teacher retention will increase


3. Funding and Finance

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVESAND STRATEGIES: 3. Create a long-range financial plan to ensure student success.

3.1 Pursue additional sources of revenue.

• Develop a comprehensive plan to allow LISD to investigate and identify key sources of additional revenue.

3.2 Analyze and adjust expenditures for maximum efficiency.

• Analyze current utility use for inefficiencies and create a district-wide plan to lower our utility costs. • Evaluate current payroll expenditures and locate areas where costs can be reduced.



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R 1. LISD will pursue alternative sources of funding to support the education of LISD students.

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2020-2021 District Monies will be sought to enhance the educational programs of LISD. All requests for donations will be pre approved by the Superintendent of Schools.

R 2. LISD started the Lufkin Education Foundation to support teachers as they write grants.

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2020-2021 District and campus donations

Teachers will receive grants to enhance the programs on campus.


4. Facilities/Safety and Security

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES: 4. Transform the perception of LISD by creating a safe environment and facilities conducive to producing exceptional learning experiences.

4.1 Develop a continuous improvement plan to address safety and security issues.

• Create standardized safety policies and procedures to be utilized on all campuses in Lufkin ISO. • Create a school safety infrastructure for Lufkin ISD.

4.2 Analyze facilities on an ongoing basis to assure they support exceptional learning experiences.

• Use existing media to facilitate a positive image of safety in Lufkin ISD schools. • Create a district-level "Facilities Review Committee" made up of campus, district, parent and community stakeholders.



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R 2. Campus will have a bully prevention program. Counselor will provide times during lunch to educate our students on preventing bullying.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach Counselor Classroom Teachers Staff

2020-2021Bully prevention Month is October

L Students will be more tolerant of each other and feel safe when reporting bullying activities among their peers.

R 3. Alcohol and Drug Free prevention will be highlighted each year. Guest speakers will be invited to Brandon to speak. Red Ribbon Week will be led by our counselor.


2020-2021 October is Red Ribbon Week

L Students will be aware of the dangers of alcohol and drugs.

T 4. Brandon will be vigilant in spreading the GOOD NEWS about our campus by contacting the local news and TV station when events are going to take place. We will also post our GOOD NEWS on the campus and district websites. Brandon calendar will be posted and given to our parents and supporters.


2020-2021 L Brandon events will be in the newspaper on average, once a month.

R 5. Brandon campus is fully enclosed with a fence that covers the entire campus.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach Classroom Teachers Staff Parents

2020-2021 L Brandon children can use the entire front and back playgrounds.

R 6. Brandon now has the doors to the main hall and the front office secured and set up to be opened by the receptionist or designated office staff.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach Office Staff Parents

2020-2021 L No one can access the main building or office without being allowed in by the receptionist.



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PD 7. All staff trained on Emergency Drills ALL All Staff Lufkin ISD Police Department

August 2020 L Sign in sheet

PD 8. All staff trained on mental health and suicide prevention ALL All Staff Counselor

August 2020 L Sign in sheet

PD 9. Covid Protocol Training ALL All Staff August 2020 L Sign in sheet


5. Technology

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES: 5. Create a state-of-the-art technology infrastructure that maximizes student learning opportunities.

5.1 Evaluate technology needs of the district.

• Develop a process to evaluate and determine technology plans of the district.

5.2 Develop a plan that allows the district to acquire and maintain a premier technology environment for the future.

• Develop and execute a detailed plan to equip the district with current technology standards. • Develop a plan that allows the district to maintain a premier technology environment.



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R 1. District upgraded all teacher computers. ALL Technology Director Principal Assistant Principal Team Leaders Technology Staff

2020-2021 TI,TII, L, SCE

Access will be faster and less cumbersome.

R 2. District and campuses will work together to develop a long range Technology Plan that will enhance student learning.

ALL Technology Director Principal Assistant Principal Technology staff District Principals

2020-2021 Local funds Access will be faster and less cumbersome. Students will be allowed to bring their own devices at any time, and the system will be able to maintain quality access.

R 3. District will purchase technology to assist with goal of our campus reaching a one to one ratio for student to device.

ALL Technology Director Principal Assistant Principal Teachers Technology Staff

2020-21 Local funds The campus will have a device for every student enrolled.

R 4. All campus teachers will complete the TEA STAR Chart, annually.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal

2020-2021 L Technology Plan will show an increase of competency each year, as noted by the teachers' technology awareness and capabilities.

HQ 5. Brandon BYOD campus days as incentives for attendance and grades. District has hired a Technology Specialist to further support the instructional staff in the development of relevant technology for students on campus.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach Team Leaders

2020-2021 L Education Go Get It Week will highlight BYOD.

TA 6. Star Reading and Star Math will be used to support student assessment and growth.


2020-2021 No cost Students will become more proficient and teachers will be analyze growth.



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PD 7. All staff will be trained in Google Classrooms, Remind, Education Galaxy, and effective websites.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach Librarian Classroom teachers

2020-21 SCE More training for our staff to be more effective and efficient in technology.

PD 8. We will use the teachers on our staff who are Google certified to lead trainings on Google apps and other viable technology.

ALL Technology Director Teachers Principal Librarian

2020-21 No cost More highly trained teachers that we can train on campus.


6. Communications/Community Partnership

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND STRATEGIES: 6. All stakeholders will engage in consistent authentic communication that improves the perception of LISD.

6.1 Celebrate and communicate the achievements of all students and staff through all media.

• Develop a comprehensive communications plan to engage the community.

6.2 Welcome community dialogue and participation in order to instill pride in our district.

• Create an openness that allows for two-way dialogue and that ensures all stakeholders have a voice and a venue for participation. • Develop district-wide communication standards to create a uniform and cohesive approach to community dialogue.



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1. Community CEIC members will be actively recruited.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Classroom Teachers Team Leaders HOSTS Director Community Volunteers

2020-2021 Formative 1-5: Brandon Elementary will seek to inform all stakeholders of progress of students and programs on the Brandon Campus. Summative1-5: 1. Positive CEIC Recruitment 2. Increased number of community members participating in school activities 3. Parent participation in programs 4. Questioning strategies by students

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2. Continue to have our campus and district PR representatives improve communication regarding campus activities.

Inform Stakeholders of Campus Activities Campus Communication sent to parent Establish Positive Media Coverage Update campus website weekly

ALL Principal PTK members Classroom Teachers CEIC Members

2020-2021 Local funds Parent and staff surveys will reflect strong communication between the campus and its stakeholders.

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3. Involve community volunteers in continuing virtual mentoring programs that address the psycho-social needs of specific students. Brandon will work with The Concerned Black Men of Lufkin, Sarah's Hope of North Lufkin, and Junior League.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Community members

2020-2021 TI Local funds

Brandon will work with the Concerned Black Men and Sarah's Hope to mentor At Risk children.



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PI 4.Continue parental involvement through: Consistent home connections Newsletters Virtual Assemblies Virtual Mentoring Program Virtual Veterans Day/Virtual Black History

Month Virtual Grandparents Day Beginning year conferences by Zoom Monthly PTK Meetings by Zoom

ALL Principal Staff PTK CEIC

2020-2021 Local funds CEIC will monitor the activities of the campus.

PI 5. Utilize professionals outside of education to discuss careers with student during virtual visits to classrooms.

ALL Staff 2020-2021 Local funds Campus will hold its first annual Career Fair to expose children to a multiple number of careers including the military options, trades, and professional fields,

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6.Utilize Web pages to present student recognition and class information. Utilize the District PR Director and campus PR liaison to shout out our Good News.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach

2020-2021 Local funds Web page will be kept up to date at all times. Principal will make regular phone messages to parents and staff.

PI 7.The Brandon administration will hold STAAR virtual informational parent meetings upon request.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach

2019-2020 Attendance Incentives Increased parental support Increased student scores on all STAAR Tests

PI 8.All Brandon GT teachers will attend provide virtual GT Parent information night to inform parents of GT student program opportunities.

GT GT teachers DOI Representative Instructional Specialist Principal Assistant Principal

2020-2021 GT funds Increase enrollment of students that qualify for GT program

PI Brandon Scholars Program will involve campus only fund raisers. The monies raised will be given to former Brandon Bears who write an essay and complete the application process. They must be attending Lufkin High School and formerly attended Brandon in the 3rd, 4th and 5th grades.

ALL Principal Assistant Principal Instructional Coach Classroom Teachers Community Volunteers

2020-2021 No cost Establish an ongoing relationship with our students.

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