School Improvement Plan
2013-2014 through 2014-2015
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportSchool Improvement Plans remain in effect for two years, but a School Leadership Team may amend as often as necessary or
appropriate. River Oaks Academy Contact Information
School: River Oaks Academy Courier Number: 463
Address:
1015 Mt. Holly-Huntersville RoadCharlotte, NC 28214
Phone Number:980-344-1020
Fax Number: 980-343-1816
Learning Community West Learning Community School Website: http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us./riveroaks
Principal: Marilyn Osborne
Learning Community Superintendent:
Herbert Allen Smith
River Oaks Academy School Improvement Team MembershipFrom GS §115C-105.27: “The principal of each school, representatives of the assistant principals, instructional personnel, instructional support personnel, and teacher assistants assigned to the school building, and parents of children enrolled in the school shall constitute a school improvement team to develop a school improvement plan to improve student performance. Representatives of the assistant principals, instructional personnel, instructional support personnel, and teacher assistants shall be elected by their respective groups by secret ballot....Parents serving on school improvement teams shall reflect the racial and socioeconomic composition of the students enrolled in that school and shall not be members of the building-level staff.”
Committee Position Name Email Address Date Elected
Principal Marilyn Osborne [email protected] 8/22/13Assistant Principal Representative
Anika Baker [email protected] 8/22/13
Teacher Representative Laura Smith Laura.smith 8/22/13Inst. Support Representative Karin Scullion Karin.scullion 8/22/13
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportTeacher Assistant Representative
Nancy Cozart Nancy.cozart 8/22/13
Parent Representative Khadija Bull Khadija.bull 8/22/13Parent Representative Teonna Prioleau Teonna.prioleau 8/22/13Parent Representative Tomico Evans 8/22/13Parent Representative Alicia Reed [email protected] 8/22/13Parent Representative Jeanne Bryne [email protected] 8/22/13Parent Representative Marci Quinto [email protected] 8/22/13Parent Representative Patrice Duff [email protected] 8/22/13
Vision StatementDistrict: CMS provides all students the best education available anywhere, preparing every child to lead a rich and productive life.School: River Oaks Academy will provide scholars a safe environment of rigorous learning that encourages critical thinking, fosters intellectual curiosity and provides scholars opportunities to develop character and excel within our global community.
Mission StatementDistrict: The mission of CMS is to maximize academic achievement by every student in every school.School: “To empower scholars to reach their maximum potential to become successful and competitive within the global community.”
River Oaks Academy Shared Beliefs Every scholar wants the opportunity to learn and be
successful. We must provide a safe, caring and respectful environment to
promote high scholar achievement, academic excellence and emotional wellness.
Scholars should be challenged to become confident, self-directed, lifelong learners by creating high expectations for excellence in learning.
All scholars deserve a relevant, challenging curriculum that incorporates various instructional methods and accommodates different learning styles
Parents are the champions for their children and teachers are facilitators for their scholars.
The teachers’ role is to facilitate activities designed to meet the needs of each child.
Scholar learning is optimal in a safe, caring and respectful environment.
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River Oaks Academy SMART GoalsBased upon analysis of data and Self Evaluation, our focus will be upon the following outcomes:
Provide a duty-free lunch period for every teacher on a daily basis. Provide duty-free instructional planning time for every teacher under G.S. 115C-105.27 and -301.1, with the goal of proving
an average of at least five hours of planning time per week, to the maximum extent that the safety and proper supervision of students may allow during regular student contact hours.
Provide a positive school climate, under CMS regulation JICK-R, by promoting a safe learning environment free of bullying and harassing behaviors.
Increase average student growth in Reading and Math, by .05-.1 as measured by the CMS MAPs Benchmark/Summative EOG/MSL assessments
Increase average student growth in Science, by .05-.1 as measured by the CMS MSL and EOG assessments, while developing community and parent connections with the Catawba River District and parents through a STEM focused partnership
Increase BYOT usage by .1 above the 2012-2013 school as measured by the ROA teacher survey
River Oaks Academy Assessment Data Snapshot 2010-2011 School Year 2011-2012 School Year 2012-2013 School Year
SubgroupPerf.
Composite
Avg.Growt
h
AYPReading
AYPMath
Grad.Rate
Perf.Composi
te
Avg.Growt
h
AYPReading
AYPMath
Grad.
Rate
Perf.Composi
te
Avg.Growt
h
AYPReading
AYPMath
AYPScience
Grad.Rate
African-American 62.8 0.102 Met Not Met ~ 69.8 0.281 Met Met ~ 31.8 ~ Met Met Met ~
Asian 70.0 -0.22 Insuf Data
Insuf Data ~ 75.0 0.408 Insuf
DataInsuf Data ~ 45.8 ~ Insuf
DataInsuf Data Insuf Data ~
Hispanic 69.4 0.099 Insuf Data
Insuf Data ~ 65.6 0.253 Insuf
DataInsuf Data ~ 22.2 ~ Insuf
DataInsuf Data Insuf Data ~
Multi-Racial 73.3 0.018 Insuf Data
Insuf Data ~ 72.7 0.381 Insuf
DataInsuf Data ~ 38.9 ~ Insuf
DataInsuf Data Insuf Data ~
Native 100.0 -0.01 Insuf Insuf ~ 50.0 ~ Insuf Insuf ~ * ~ Insuf Insuf Insuf Data ~
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White 82.4 0.139 Met Met ~ 85.1 0.291 Insuf Data
Insuf Data ~ 51.1 ~ Met Met/C Insuf Data ~
LEP 66.7 0.183 Insuf Data
Insuf Data ~ 43.3 0.392 Insuf
DataInsuf Data ~ 12.9 ~ Insuf
DataInsuf Data Insuf Data ~
SWD 29.1 -0.01 Insuf Data
Insuf Data ~ 35.1 0.225 Insuf
DataInsuf Data ~ 5.0 ~ Insuf
DataInsuf Data Insuf Data ~
ED 65.5 0.093 Met Met ~ 68.2 0.272 Met Met ~ 30.8 ~ Met Met Met ~
EOG Total 67.0 0.094 Met Not Met ~ 71.5 0.287 Not Met Met ~ 34.2 ~ Not Met Not Met Met ~
EOC Total ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
School Composite 67.0 0.094 Met Not Met ~ 71.5 0.287 Not Met Met ~ 34.2 ~ Not Met Not Met Met ~
SCHOOL PROFILE
Number of Years Experience for Teachers (in CMS only)
0-3 3-5 5-7 7-10 10-15 15-20 20+
N % N % N % N % N % N % N %
12 30.8 5 12.8 10 25.6 5 12.8 6 15.4 0 0.0 1 2.6
Certified And Administrative Staff Position Title Count
Total 45Principal, Elementary 1Assistant Principal, Elementar 1Dean Of Students 1Counselor, Elementary 1Facilitator, Math 1Teacher, K-3 19Substitute, Certified Teacher 2Teacher, Bilingual / ESL 1Teacher, EC General Curriculum 1Teacher, 4-6 8
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Number of Years Experience for Teachers (in CMS only)
0-3 3-5 5-7 7-10 10-15 15-20 20+
N % N % N % N % N % N % N %
12 30.8 5 12.8 10 25.6 5 12.8 6 15.4 0 0.0 1 2.6
Certified And Administrative Staff Position Title Count
Total 45Principal, Elementary 1Assistant Principal, Elementar 1Dean Of Students 1Counselor, Elementary 1Facilitator, Math 1Teacher, K-3 19Substitute, Certified Teacher 2Teacher, Bilingual / ESL 1Teacher, EC General Curriculum 1Teacher, 4-6 8
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Degrees Held By Teachers
Bachelor's Advanced
N % N %
24
61.5
15
38.5
a Highly Qualified Teachers
Highly Qualified Not Highly Qualified
N % N %
35
89.7 4 10
.3
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportRiver Oaks Academy is entering its fifth year of existence. We are a non-magnet school, serving approximately 668 scholars (including 2 Pre-K classes) in the CMS district, located in the WLC. Though not a magnet school, we incorporate many of the strategies found in magnet schools, thereby offering scholars a plethora of experiences. At the K-1 level, we offer a Learning Immersion Program, where scholars are pushed to maximum potential; at 2 nd-3rd a Paideia/Communication Program, encouraging children to think, discuss, and converse at high levels; and at 4-5 a Global Studies Program, focusing on world issues and problem-solving. Each focuses on infusing the multiple intelligences and teaching scholars higher level and critical thinking skills. These skills are STEM focused as we move to ensuring that our scholars are equipped with the 21 st century Science, Math and Technology skills as they will need to become and remain globally competitive. Our programs are designed to meet the needs of all students through small group, individualized instruction, and flexible groupings.
Our mission at River Oaks Academy is to empower scholars to reach their maximum potential to become successful and competitive within the global community.
Our motto, “Empowering Scholars for Academic Excellence!” serves as a reminder to the school community that our goal is to ensure that our scholars are given the tools to meet with success wherever life may lead them. This is evidenced in the collaborative team efforts of our staff, PTA, and our commitment to establish business partnerships, as we provide scholars with optimal opportunities to excel academically, behaviorally, and socially in a learning environment that is reflective of the high expectations set by the adjoining groups.
ROA is a diverse center for learning. We have an ethnic population of 67.9% African American, 15.2% Caucasian, 3.3% Asian, 8.3% Hispanic, and 4.0% multi-racial. Further, we have 3.3% of our students identified as LEP, 7.5% Exceptional, 2.2% Gifted, and 70% ED.
In kindergarten, we have 4 classes, averaging 19 students each; first grade-4 classes averaging 22 students; second grade-4 classes, averaging 21 students; K-2 Multi-age-3 classes averaging 23 students; third grade-5 classes averaging 26 students; fourth grade-4 classes, averaging 25 students; and fifth grade-5 classes, averaging 27 students.
Our school begins with its scholars at 64.9% in Reading and 78.3% in Math for the current fourth and fifth grade scholars who were tested during the 11-12 school term.
Other facts about our school include the following: A fifth year school 20 business partnerships Monthly Parent/Family/Staff Involvement activities ROA P.R.O.S (Mentoring/Safety program for Fathers) Quarterly conferences with parents Curriculum Night Quarterly dances School-wide Character Education Program Positive Discipline School-wide Implementation, Study Island Reading Program, Discovery Education Clubs that include Chess Club, Media/Tech Club, Safety Patrol, Book Club, Glee Club, Art Club, Math Olympiad, Student Government, Girls on the
Run, Science Olympiad, Drama Club, Debating Team, Culture Highest team achievement in Math Olympiad 2012-2013 First place in the 2012-2013 Catawba River District Eco Foot Challenge Only elementary marching band in the 2012 Carousel Parade
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Report Students highlighted in national art magazine Intramural basketball league for scholars
*TENTATIVE* Revised Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st century learning environment for every child to graduate career and college ready.
Focus Areas: College and Career Readiness, Academic Growth/High Academic Achievement, Access to Rigor, Closing Achievement Gaps
Goal 2: Recruit, develop, and retain a premier workforce.Focus Areas: Recruitment, Professional Development, Retention, New Career Pathways,
Leadership Development
Goal 3: Cultivate partnerships with families, businesses, and faith-based or community organizations to provide a sustainable system of support and care for each child.
Focus Areas: Family Engagement, Communications, Partnership Development, Philanthropic Foundation
Goal 4: Promote a system-wide culture of safety, high engagement, customer service, and cultural competence.
Focus Areas: Physical Safety, Social and Emotional Health, High Engagement, Customer Service, Cultural Competency
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportGoal 5: Optimize district performance and accountability by strengthening data use, processes and systems.
Focus Areas: Effective & Efficient Processes and Systems, Strategic Management of District Resources, Data Integrity and Utilization, School Performance Improvement, Disproportionality
Goal 6: Inspire and nurture learning, creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship through the expansion of strategic school design.
Focus Areas: Learning everywhere, all the time, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Strategic School Design
SMART Goal (1):Duty Free Lunch for Teachers
Provide a duty-free lunch period for every teacher on a daily basis.
Strategic Plan Goal: Recruit, develop, and retain a premier workforce.Strategic Plan Focus Area:
Recruitment and retention
Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten ready
Advanced Reading in K-2
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used: Teacher feedback
Strategies (determined by what data)
Task Task Task (PD)
Point Person(title/name)
Evidence of Success
Funding Personnel Involved
Timeline(Start—End)1. Interim Dates
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Report1. Request permission to
post positionCMS All teachers have duty-free
lunchMinimal FAC complaints
CMS funding for lunchroom monitors
PrincipalHR
August 2013
2. Hire a lunch monitor CMS Teachers have duty-free lunchLunch monitor is in place
CMS funding for lunchroom monitors
Admin Team
August 2013
3. Rotate teacher assistants, connect staff, and Dean of Students in cafeteria during lunch periods
Admin Team All lunch periods monitored with at least 2 adults
CMS funding for lunchroom monitors
Admin TeamInstructional Assistants
August 2013 – June 2014
SMART Goal (2): Duty Free Instructional Planning Time
Provide duty-free instructional planning time for every teacher under G.S. 115C-105.27 and -301.1, with the goal of proving an average of at least five hours of planning time per week, to the maximum extent that the safety and proper supervision of students may allow during regular student contact hours.
Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st century learning environment for every child to graduate career and college ready.Goal 5: Optimize district performance and accountability by strengthening data use, processes and systems.
Strategic Plan Focus Area:
College and Career Readiness, Academic Growth/High Academic Achievement, Access to Rigor, Closing Achievement Gaps, School Performance Improvement
Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced Reading
in K-2
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used: Reading 3D, MAPS, Common Assessments, EOG/MSL’s
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportStrategies (determined by what data)
Task Task Task (PD)
Point Person(title/name)
Evidence of Success(Student Impact)
Funding(estimated cost / source)
Personnel Involved
Timeline(Start—End)2. Inter
im Dates
1.Develop Master Schedule Osborne, Principal Students imputed into Powerschool scheduling by data manager
NA StaffAdmin
Aug. 2013-June 2014
2. Ensure time before scholars arrive and after dismissal to allow for additional time beyond the scheduled 45 minute blocks.
PrincipalAdmin team
Designated blocks in master schedule that result in PLC planning that provide instruction to give gains of 1+ year’s growth in the academic areas
NA StaffAdmin
Aug. 2013-June 2014
3.Teachers share common planning time for team planning
Admin teamStaff
Lesson planning, review of materials and implementation of lessons
NA Staff Admin
Aug. 2013-June 2014
SMART Goal (3): Anti-Bullying / Character Education
Provide a positive school climate, under CMS regulation JICK-R, by promoting a safe learning environment free of bullying and harassing behaviors.
Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 4: Promote a system-wide culture of safety, high engagement, customer service, and cultural competence
Strategic Plan Focus Area:
Physical Safety, Social and Emotional Health, High Engagement, Customer Service, Cultural Competency
Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced
Reading in K-2
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportData Used: Parent/teacher surveys, students surveys, safe school audit
Strategies (determined by what data)
Task Task Task (PD)
Point Person(title/name)
Evidence of Success(Student Impact)
Funding(estimated cost / source)
Personnel Involved
Timeline(Start—End)Interim Dates
1. Bully Liaison / Bully-prevention
Implement bully prevention lessons
Submit bully prevention plan
Caldwell/Bryan
*15% reduction in referrals over the 12/13 school year*Parent/student survey will indicate that students feel safe in school
NA ROA staff and parents
Sept. 2013-June 2014
2. Character Education Safety audit bonus
points for CE representation
Implement mentoring program for at-risk scholars
Implement weekly class meetings
Behavior assemblies
Caldwell *10% increase in Do the Right Thing participants*15% reduction in referrals over the 12/13 school year
NA ROA staff Sept. 2013-June 2014
3. Healthy Active Child 30 min.
Implement brain breaks and energizers
Daily PA time in master
Walker/PTA Children will score 10% increase over 12/13 scores on Fitness Assessment
PTA Healthy Schools Grant for $650
ROA staff Sept. 2013-June 2014
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Weekly Connect time for PA
Universal breakfast Purchase volleyball
equipment and exercise DVDs
4. School Health Team Collaborative meetings
to discuss individual health plans of students
Raise awareness of acute medical conditions (asthma, diabetes, allergies EpiPens, ie)
Satterfield/ Walker
Medical documentation notebook is compliant
Inservice records
CMS/ Mecklenburg Board of Health
Nurse Sept. 2013-June 2014
SMART Goal (4): Increase average student growth in Reading by 17.4 and Math by 16.0 as measured by the CMS/MAPs Benchmark/Summative EOG/MSL assessments, in order to meet the 2013-2014 Performance Composite and the AMO’s.
Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st century learning environment for every child to graduate career and college ready.
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportGoal 6: Inspire and nurture learning, creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship through the expansion of strategic school design.
Strategic Plan Focus Area:
College and Career Readiness, Academic Growth/High Academic Achievement, Access to Rigor, Closing Achievement Gaps, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Strategic School Design
Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced
Reading in K-2
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used: MAPs, Common Assessment, BOG3, EOGs, ACCESS, Reading 3D/TRC
Strategies (determined by what data)
Task Task Task (PD)
Point Person(title/name)
Evidence of Success(Student Impact)
Funding(estimated cost / source)
Personnel Involved
Timeline(Start—End)Interim Dates
1.Implement Balanced Literacy, Investigations, Workshop and Small School Initiatives
Differentiate instruction during Literacy for each subgroup infusing RIGOR and Differentiation strategies as determined by formative /common assessments.
Develop master schedule that provides duty free lunch and collaborative
Admin/FacilitatorsStaff
Administration
Literacy Facilitator-Green-
Scholars will grow by .5-1.0 as evidenced by the EOG/MAP/MSL’s in Reading, Math, Science
-EOG data will show a 10%+ increase in proficiency in reading for grades 3-5.
-Steady increase of scholars percentage proficient on MAPs and
-PTA/State Funding
-$8,800 Extended Year Funds to hire part-time literacy tutor and purchase
FacilitatorsStaffCMS
Aug. 2013-June 2014
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Reportplanning time
Implement Common Core reading standards
Use Guided Reading in SG settings
Use running records Implement balanced
literacy approach and Reading 3D/TRC
Implement daily tiered instruction
Establish growth numbers targeting 1.5 year’s growth for 3D/TRC, Sight words, Guided Reading levels, and Lexile Levels.
Incorporate Paideia Seminars and Global Studies Readings in Literacy
TD Catalyst teacher participates in quarterly team planning for Professional Development on integration of Multiple Intelligences and William Mary, into Literacy, Math, Writing, and Science lessons.
Use of technology in lesson planning to address 21st Century
Morehead
Classroom teachers
TD Teacher-Walters
STEM Lab teacher-Stranberg
Literacy Facilitator-Green-Morehead
EC Resource Teachers – Egolf and Allen
ESL -Scullion
Common Assessments
-85%+ of scholars at grades K-2 will be at benchmark on Reading 3D/TRC data
-Lesson Plans and lessons reflect a progression of Bloom’s thinking and questioning strategies
-AR Reports will show increase of scholars at/above 85% on weekly AR tests
_Scholars will show proficiency in the use of the iPad/computer for acquisition of skills
-Techniques will show a positive increase of scholars’ goal attainment in Data Growth Folders
PLC teams will become more effective as determined by continued increase in scholars’ achievement
Balanced Literacy books
-PD $400 Funds Allotment
- $5000 literacy grant from WLC for vertical team planning sessions, school visits for Balanced Literacy, and the purchase of Leveled Reader books
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Reportskills: iPads, SMART Boards, Mimio Boards, and SMART Slates.
Use Reading Foundations strategies in Intensive and EC Reading Classes to increase scholars’ understanding and acquisition of skills (comprehension and fluency)
Use Avenues, LEP Continuum of Learning and Windows on Learning to increase English Language skills of LEP scholars
Implement Corrective Reading, Orton Gillingham, and Reading Mastery with EC students that are significantly below grade level
Quarterly planning sessions for teachers to plan and disaggregate data
Use of mini/common assessments, MAPS assessments for weekly data analysis and quarterly instructional
Administration
-Staff Development Funds
Administration
Secretary-Ottley
Admin-Bryan Baker/OsbornEC Staff
and data/planning session surveys
Increase in the number of parents involved in school activities from quarter one to quarter four
Decrease in the number of tardies, referrals, absences from quarter one to quarter four
Implementation of ROA PROS
(Parents Reaching Out Scholars)
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Reportplanning sessions.
Bi-weekly monitoring of AR results
2. Implement staff development focusing on Teaching with Poverty in Mind. Develop a Top Ten Focus
Scholar Group for At Risk Scholars, behavior monitoring (absences, tardy. Behavior)
Implement cultural competency training
3. Attend WLC data professional development
AdminStaffChristina EfirdSharon WilsonDiversity OfficeWLC office
Relationships between staff and scholars will improve as evidenced in a 10% reduction of referrals and an increase in overall proficiency of 17.33 as evidenced in the EOG/MAP/MSL’s
School and WLC
CMSStaff
CMS Staff
WLC Staff
Aug. 2013-June 2014
Dec 17/18
4. Implement MA classes and KU Tech @ Kindergarten to extend and immerse scholars in learning
StaffAdminFacilitators
85% of K-2 Scholars will make expected growth on MAP assessments.
School/ CMS
K-2 StaffAdmin
Aug. 2013-June 2014
5. Differentiate instruction during Math for each subgroup infusing Differentiation strategies as identified by EOG and common/formative assessment data
Use of mini/common assessments / MAP
FacilitatorsAdminTutors
EOG data will show a 10%+ increase in proficiency in Math for grades 3-5.
80% + students meet projected growth (FWS) on MAP.
Summatives /EOG
CMS ROA Staff Aug. 2013-June 2014
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Reportassessments in weekly/bi-weekly data analysis and quarterly instructional planning sessions.
Develop master schedule that provides duty free lunch and collaborative planning time.
TD Catalyst teacher participates in quarterly team planning to help teachers integrate Multiple Intelligences and William Mary, into Literacy, Math, Writing, and Science lessons.
Use of subgroup spreadsheets by staff to document and monitor progress
Integrate Math strategies with the Math core program (Investigations)
Incorporate STEM strategies to strengthen the core program.
Part time math tutor to be hired in January to assist with small group instruction.
Data Notebooks of Teachers and Scholars will show growth over the course of the year.
Lesson Plans that reflect RIGOR and identify flexible and targeted groups
Survey results from PD
Attainment of expected/high growth for each subgroup on EOG assessments
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SMART Goal (5): Increase average student growth in Science, by 9.2 as measured by the CMS MSL and EOG assessments, while developing community and parent connections with the Catawba River District and parents through a STEM focused partnership
Strategic Plan Goal: Goals 1: Maximize academic achievement in a personalized 21st century learning environment for every child to graduate career and college ready.Goals 3: Cultivate partnerships with families, businesses, and faith-based or community organizations to provide a sustainable system of support and care for each child
Strategic Plan Focus Area:
College and Career Readiness, Academic Growth/High Academic Achievement, Access to Rigor, Closing Achievement Gaps, Family Engagement, Communications, Partnership Development
Navigator Pathway: Enter
Kindergarten ready
Advanced Reading in K-2
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Successful Take and pass at Score 1550 on
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completion of Math I in grade 9
least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used: Common Assessment and EOGs
Strategies (determined by what data)
a. Taskb. Taskc. Task (PD)
Point Person(title/name)
Evidence of Success(Student Impact)
Funding(estimated cost / source)
Personnel Involved
Timeline(Start—End)Interim Dates
1. STEM Teacher to teach each grade level weekly to integrate and implement knowledge and application skills.
Implement Integrated Studies concept to include Social Studies and Science content into reading instruction for all grades, K-5.
Infusion of literacy skills and instruction from content (Sci/SS) by teachers, K-5
Use of computer lab to support and research in Science Exploration.
Implement technology daily to support and
K. Stranberg/ Admin Classroom teachers
Proficiency rate of CMS Science Formative assessment increase by 10%+
Lesson plans will reflect revised Blooms and 21st Century skill infusion
Team Meeting Notes
5th grade attends Duke Explorium for STEM Day
CMS/ CRD/ ROA
ROA StaffCRD Staff
Sept. 2013- May 2014
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Partnership with the Catawba River District K-20 Learning Center
2. Implement parental progress report.
AdminClassroom teachers
Increase in the number of parents involved in school activities from quarter one to quarter four
ROA/ PTA ROA Staff Sept. 2013- May 2014
SMART Goal (6): Increase BYOT usage by 10% above the 2012-2013 school as measured by the ROA teacher survey
Strategic Plan Goal: Goal 1: College and Career Readiness, Academic Growth/High Academic Achievement, Access to Rigor, Closing Achievement Gaps
Strategic Plan Focus Area:
College and Career Readiness, Academic Growth/High Academic Achievement
Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced
Reading in K-2
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used: Teacher survey
Strategies (determined by what data)
Point Person(title/name)
Evidence of Success(Student Impact)
Funding(estimated
Personnel Involved
Timeline(Start—End)
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cost / source)
3. Interim Dates
1.Develop BYOT policy ScullionK. StranbergNichols- Tech CommitteeSLT
Letter approved by CMS Tech Dept
NA StaffTech Committee
June 2013-Sept-2013
2.Implement Policy for BYOT, create Parent Letter
ScullionTech Committee
Number of scholars who utilize BYOT initiative will increase 10% from 270 students as indicated by the student and staff survey reviewing BYOT implementation and effectiveness.
Parents September 2013
3. Secure additional technology for school in form of Ipads, Chromebooks, and SMARTBOARDS
AdminCMS TechPTA
Number of teachers with iPads and Smartboards for scholar instruction and utilization.
CMSPTAROA
Staff Aug 2013-June 2014
4. Implement research and technology application
STEM TeacherAdminstaff
Acquisition of 21st century skills as determined by increase in number of scholars who show proficiency in accessing information and growth as determined by STEM teacher.
ROACMS
Staff Aug 2013-June 2014
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River Oaks Academy- 600-463 Waiver Requests
Request for Waiver
1. Insert the waivers you are requesting
4. Maximum Teaching Load and Maximum Class Size (grades 4-12) [required for all schools with grades 4-12]
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Report2. Please identify the law, regulation or policy from which you are seeking an exemption.
5. 115C-301 (c and d) Maximum Teaching Load and Maximum Class Size [required for all schools with grades 4-12]
3. Please state how the waiver will be used.
6. Class size will be adjusted to address student individual instructional needs through flexible grouping of students in the most effective utilization of teaching teams. Maximum teaching load will be used to allow teachers in specific areas of the curriculum to teach students designated for specific skill needs and to address the large number of students requesting elective classes.
4. Please state how the waiver will promote achievement of performance goals.
7. This waiver will allow more flexibility in grouping students to meet their abilities and needs and thus should enhance their achievement on the performance goals.
Approval of PlanCommittee Position Name Signature Date
Principal Marilyn Tate OsborneAssistant Principal Representative
Anika Baker
Teacher Representative Jessica MillerInst. Support Representative Karin ScullionTeacher Assistant Representative Nancy Cozart
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportParent Representative Khadija BullParent Representative Resonda IslerParent Representative Teonna PrioleauParent Representative Tomico EvansParent Representative Jeanne BryneParent Representative Marci QuintoParent Representative Patrice DuffParent Representative Alicia Reed
Quarter 2 ReviewCommittee Position Name Signature Date
Principal Marilyn Tate OsborneAssistant Principal Representative
Anika Baker
Teacher Representative Angela CookeInst. Support Representative Karin ScullionTeacher Assistant Representative Nancy CozartParent Representative Khadija BullParent Representative Resonda IslerParent Representative Teonna PrioleauParent Representative Tomico EvansParent Representative Jeanne BryneParent Representative Marci QuintoParent Representative Patrice DuffParent Representative Alicia Reed
Quarter 3 ReviewCommittee Position Name Signature Date
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportPrincipal Marilyn Tate OsborneAssistant Principal Representative
Anika Baker
Teacher Representative Angela CookeInst. Support Representative Karin ScullionTeacher Assistant Representative Nancy CozartParent Representative Khadija BullParent Representative Resonda IslerParent Representative Teonna PrioleauParent Representative Tomico EvansParent Representative Jeanne BryneParent Representative Marci QuintoParent Representative Patrice DuffParent Representative Alicia Reed
Quarter 4 ReviewCommittee Position Name Signature Date
Principal Marilyn Tate OsborneAssistant Principal Representative
Anika Baker
Teacher Representative Angela CookeInst. Support Representative Karin ScullionTeacher Assistant Representative Nancy CozartParent Representative Khadija Bull
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportParent Representative Resonda IslerParent Representative Teonna PrioleauParent Representative Tomico EvansParent Representative Jeanne BryneParent Representative Marci QuintoParent Representative Patrice DuffParent Representative Alicia Reed
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Report
River Oaks AcademySchool Improvement Plan Annual Review
Tentative Due Date June 20142013-2014
SMART Goal (1):
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportStrategic Plan Goal:Strategic Plan Focus Area:Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced Reading in K-
2 At/Above Grade Level in
Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used:
Strategies (determined by what data)
g. Taskh. Taski.Task
2012-2013
Result
2013-2014
Target
2013-2014Current Reality
Use quantitative terminology to describe school’s progress towards outcome. Describe the effectiveness of each strategy.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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SMART Goal (2):Strategic Plan Goal:Strategic Plan Focus Area:Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced Reading in K-
2 At/Above Grade Level in
Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used:
Strategies (determined by what data)
j.Taskk. Taskl.Task
2012-2013
Result
2013-2014
Target
2013-2014Current Reality
Use quantitative terminology to describe school’s progress towards outcome. Describe the effectiveness of each strategy.
1.
2.
3.
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SMART Goal (3):Strategic Plan Goal:Strategic Plan Focus Area:Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced Reading in K-
2 At/Above Grade Level in
Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used:
Strategies (determined by what data)
m. Taskn. Tasko. Task
2012-2013
Result
2013-2014
Target
2013-2014Current Reality
Use quantitative terminology to describe school’s progress towards outcome. Describe the effectiveness of each strategy.
1.
2.
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Report3.
4.
SMART Goal (4):Strategic Plan Goal:Strategic Plan Focus Area:Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced Reading in K-
2 At/Above Grade Level in
Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used:
Strategies (determined by what data)
p. Taskq. Taskr. Task
2012-2013
Result
2013-2014
Target
2013-2014Current Reality
Use quantitative terminology to describe school’s progress towards outcome. Describe the effectiveness of each strategy.
1.
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Report2.
3.
4.
SMART Goal (5):Strategic Plan Goal:Strategic Plan Focus Area:Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced Reading in K-
2 At/Above Grade Level in
Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used:
Strategies (determined by what data)
s. Taskt. Tasku. Task
2012-2013
Result
2013-2014
Target
2013-2014Current Reality
Use quantitative terminology to describe school’s progress towards outcome. Describe the effectiveness of each strategy.
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan Report1.
2.
3.
4.
SMART Goal (6):Strategic Plan Goal:Strategic Plan Focus Area:Navigator Pathway: Enter Kindergarten
ready Advanced Reading in K-
2 At/Above Grade Level in
Reading/Writing Grade 3
At/Above Grade Level in Reading/Writing Grade 7
At/Above Grade Level in Math Grades 3-5
Successful completion of Math I in grade 9
Take and pass at least 1 AP/IB/Post-Secondary class & exam
Score 1550 on SAT or 22 on ACT
Data Used:
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2013-2014 River Oaks Academy School Improvement Plan ReportStrategies (determined by what data)
v. Taskw. Taskx. Task
2012-2013
Result
2013-2014
Target
2013-2014Current Reality
Use quantitative terminology to describe school’s progress towards outcome. Describe the effectiveness of each strategy.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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