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Hudson Community School District
We Create Effective Learning Environments the Result in Success for All
Students
Iowa Department of Education
Site Accreditation Visit
March 27-28, 2013
Anthony D. Voss, Superintendent
Jeffrey J. Dieken, 7-12 Principal
Mark Schlatter, K-6 Principal
David Lipinski, At-Risk Coordinator
Hudson Community School District
We Create Effective Learning Environments the Result in Success for All
Students
DEMOGRAPHICS
Middle School Computer
Lab
Quick Facts
• The Hudson Community School District is
approximately 63 square miles.
– 5 Regular bus routes traveled 35,892 miles last year.
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Our district population is roughly 3,576.
School enrollment is 720.
The district employs 117.
Taxable Valuation for Fiscal Year 2013: $184,212,088.
Average homeowner pays a $16.48 rate on a $157,684
home.
• 14:1 Student to Teacher Ratio.
• 40% of teacher have a Masters Degree.
Employees
Total
Average Salary
Certified
48
$47,759.31
Special Educators
5
$60,953.00
Administrators
3
$93,957.33
Bus Drivers
5
$12,104.00
Pare-Educators
11
$10,826.70
Secretaries
5
$21,515.44
Custodians
5
$26,070.49
Coaches
66
$2,235.83
Nutrition
10
$8,724.91
Librarian
1
$43,979.00
Technology Coordinator
1
$62,245.10
At-Risk Coordinator
1
$66,508.00
Counselors
2
$47,069.38
Elementary Organizational Structure
Grade Level
Number of Classroom Teachers Student Count
Principal
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394
Kindergarten
3
59
First Grade
3
64
Second Grade
2
52
Third Grade
2
54
2.5
63
Fifth Grade
2
52
Sixth Grade
2
50
Fourth Grade
Middle School Organizational
Structure
Grade Level
Principal
Number of Classroom Teachers Student Count
.25
92
Seventh Grade
2
53
Eighth Grade
2
39
High School Organizational Structure
Discipline
Number of Teachers
Principal
.75
English/Language Arts
3
Social Studies
2
Science
2
Foreign Language
2
Career and Technical Ed.
4
Fine Arts
3
Mathematics
2
Physical Education
1
Grade Level
Student Count
Ninth Grade
61
Tenth Grade
58
Eleventh Grade
66
Twelfth Grade
56
Enrollment
District Enrollment
800
780
760
740
720
700
680
660
2006-2007
2007-2008
2008-2009
2009-2010
Enrollment
2010-2011
2011-2012
2012-2013
Enrollment
Enrollment Trend By Building
350
300
250
200
150
100
50
0
2006-2007
2007-2008
2008-2009
Elementary School
2009-2010
Middle School
2010-2011
High School
2011-2012
2012-2013
Enrollment
Open Enroll Into Hudson
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
2006-2007
2007-2008
CF
GR
2008-2009
North Tama
2009-2010
Union
Waterloo
2010-2011
Pburg
2011-2012
Dike
Other
2012-2013
Enrollment
Open Enroll Out of Hudson
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
2006-2007
2007-2008
CF
GR
2008-2009
North Tama
2009-2010
Union
Waterloo
2010-2011
Pburg
2011-2012
Dike
Other
2012-2013
Financial Status
Indicator
FY 2011
FY 2012
Solvency Ratio
2.27
8.79
Student Transportation
2.24
$155,975
2.71
$175,924
Unreserved/Undesignated
$158,912
$614,383
Unspent Balance
1.11
$90,971
5.23
$358,254
Total Tax Rate
$16.89644
$16.89776
Total GF Revenue
$7,008,084
$6,990,625
Total GF Expenditures
$6,971,083
$6,491,075
Certified Budget
$10,742,762
$9,976,023
Hudson Community School District
We Create Effective Learning Environments the Result in Success for All
Students
PROGRAMMING
Instruction
Elementary School (K-6)
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415 minute instructional day operating a 6 day cycle.
Full day kindergarten program.
K-3 self contained classrooms.
4th grade self contained in the morning, departmentalized in the
afternoon.
5-6 departmentalized in reading, science, math and language arts—
self contained for social studies.
Student supports include TAG, Title 1, Special Education, and ELL.
Specials—music, physical education, art, guidance/health,
library/computer, band (5/6).
Recess:
– K-2 three recesses
– 3-4 two recesses
– 5-6 one recess
Secondary School (7-12)
• Rural high school with 240 students and 30 staff.
• Rigorous course offerings including opportunities for
students to participate in multiple concurrent
enrollment programs in addition to the Core program.
• Established special education program with exceptional
transition services and work study program.
• Mature CTE program that includes program strands in
Industrial Technology, Family and Consumer Science,
Business, and Agriculture.
• Numerous activities in the arts and athletics that boast
a rich heritage of excellence.
At-Risk Services
• 96.88% Graduation Rate.
• Homework completion policy:
– After school program
– Saturday school
• Family therapy/individual counseling (personal, academic,
social).
• Attendance contracts, truancy intervention, home visits.
• Bullying/harassment prevention programs and
investigations:
– Behavior intervention
– Peer mediation
• Coordination of services through JCS, DHS, WEB-C.
English Language Learners
• Currently serving 6 students:
– 2-Kindergarteners
– 2-Second graders
– 2-Fifth graders
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1 period daily.
TELPA assessment used for identification.
I-ELDA assessment used to measure language proficiency.
Focus is to provide educational access, support and
opportunities to students whose first language at home is
not English.
• ELL teacher serves as an interpreter between home and
school.
Talented and Gifted Program
• 60 students are currently served in the
elementary.
• Indicators for participation include 90% or
higher in specific curricular area on Iowa
Assessment, scores on MAP, teacher, parent,
peer, or self referral.
• 1 period per grade level per cycle (Teacher).
• High school program operates as a consult
model.
Guidance Programming
• In elementary, guidance is classified as a specials class:
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GEI problem solving team
Small groups for counseling sessions
Monitors behavior plans
Coordinates Key Assemblies
Coordinates efforts with outside agencies
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Small groups for counseling sessions
Coordinates efforts with outside agencies
Student scheduling
I Have a Plan
College preparation and counseling
Special Education
• GEI process is used for identification.
• K-12 operates as a pull out program for direct
instruction and support.
• Para educators go into the general education room
during time of inclusion for special education.
• Essentially operate a Level One program.
• Partner with Bremwood, River Hills, and Castle Hill for
students with needs that can’t be served in the district.
• District operates a program for ESYS for qualifying
students.
Title One
• Currently serves 29 students.
• Designed as a supplement to the reading
program.
• Identification through teacher
recommendation, student scores on DIBELS,
MAP, district developed reading battery and
Iowa Assessments.
• Designed as a pullout program.
Hudson Community School District
We Create Effective Learning Environments the Result in Success for All
Students
ACADEMIC PROGRESS
Math Analysis
Assessment System
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Rigby Reading Battery
DIBELS
Measures of Academic Progress
Iowa Assessments
ACT
PLAN
COMPASS
Analysis of Data
• Principals complete detailed micro-analysis of
data including line item analysis where
appropriate.
• Data is shared and discussed with faculty.
• Findings are presented to SIAC for review and
discussion. Data becomes the basis for setting
annual improvement targets.
• School board reviews data and recommendations
from the SIAC, as a result sets annual
improvement goals and targets.
Student Achievement Strengths
Reading
• 70% of 3-8 grade students met targeted growth
on MAP in 2011-2012. Historical: 68%
• 82% of 9-10 grade students met targeted growth
on MAP in 2011-2012. Historical: 56%
• 82% of 11th graders met targeted growth on the
Iowa Assessment. 2010-2011: 57%
• Percentage of students reading on grade level
according to Rigby in grades K-4 has increased
from 80% in 2010-2011 to 84% in 2011-2012.
Student Achievement Strengths
Math
• Historical percentage of 9-10 grade students
proficient increased from 58% in 2010-2011 to
62% in 2011-2012. (MAP)
• The percentage of 11th grade students
proficient increased from 61% in 2010-2011 to
71% in 2011-2012. (Iowa Assessments)
Student Achievement Strengths
Science
• Historical percentage of 9-10 grade students
proficient increased from 54% in 2010-2011 to
64% in 2011-2012. (MAP)
• The percentage of 3-8 grade students that
showed at least one year of growth increased
from 51% in 2010-2011 to 52% in 2011-2012.
(Iowa Assessments)
• The percentage of 11th grade students proficient
increased from 65% in 2010-2011 to 69% in 20112012.
Student Achievement Areas for
Improvement
• On the watch list in math at the elementary and
middle school.
• On the watch list in reading at the middle school.
• Achievement gap in reading among FRL and non
FRL is significant: (83/58)
• Achievement gap in math among FRL and non
FRL is significant: (84/55)
• Achievement gap in science among FRL and non
FRL is significant: (90/62)
• Same gap exists in IEP and non IEP.
Action Plan for Improvement
• Putting into practice the Iowa Professional
Development Model.
• Evolution of collaborative work teams to
professional learning communities.
• Working on alignment of curriculum to ensure
each student is exposed to a guaranteed and
viable curriculum.
• Implementation of characteristics of effective
instruction into classrooms.
• Exploration of curricular materials.
We Create Effective Learning
Environments That Result in Success
for All Students
Hudson Community School District
We Create Effective Learning Environments the Result in Success for All
Students
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
AND DISTRICT WIDE INITIATIVES
Overview of Professional Development
Activities
• Professional development is based on the implementation
of the Iowa Professional Development Model.
• Implementation of the Iowa Core Curriculum:
– ICC Outcome 3 Continuous Improvement to improve teaching
and learning (Collaborative Learning Teams evolved into
Professional Learning Communities).
– ICC Outcome 4 Curriculum Alignment (ICAT).
– ICC Outcome 5 Professional Development Based on
Characteristics of Effective Instruction (Work of CLT in 20112012).
– ICC Outcome 6 Implementation of effective instructional
practices that ensure high levels of learning for each and every
student (PLC).
Professional Learning Communities
• Major Driver of district professional
development.
• Commitment to comprehensive training
program through Solution Tree.
• Elementary staff PLC groups meet weekly.
• Secondary staff PLC groups meet twice a
month during PD time.
• Academic calendar for 2013-2014 supports
weekly PLC for all K-12 areas.
PLC Focus for 2012-2013
• What is it we want our students to learn?
– In depth study of Common Core for Math to develop
Essential Learning Outcomes.
• How will we know they have learned it?
– Common Formative Assessments for math.
• What will we do for those students who have
already mastered the content?
– RTI
• What will we do for those students who need
remediation?
– RTI
Pirate Term
• 7-12 students enroll in a 1 week enrichment
class:
– not available in a traditional educational setting.
• Centered on competency base learning.
• Exposes students to a variety of content
areas.
• Students will have the opportunity to take 5-6
Pirate Term offerings from 7th grade-12th
grade.
Hudson 1:1 Project
• Gives students the tools to have instant access to the world of
information.
• Students will become producers rather than just consumers of
information that is available through the use of technology.
• Our vision to amplify and enhance deep, rich learning will benefit
student-centered classrooms in which critical thinking is the
cornerstone of success.
• Students are empowered to use prior knowledge to construct new
learning.
• The goal of the project is to provide each 9th-12th grade student in
the district, access to a computer daily.
• Reach is no longer local, but global and by providing this
opportunity to Hudson students has a real-world impact/value.
Middle School Presents
“Oklahoma”
Hudson Community School District
We Create Effective Learning Environments the Result in Success for All
Students
ACTIVITIES AND CO-CURRICULAR
PROGRAMS
Clubs and Organizations
• Students at Hudson have an opportunity to be
involved in numerous clubs and organizations,
including some of the following:
– FFA
– Journalism
– Art Club
– Student Council
– National Honor Society
– Robotics
Art Club
Athletics
• Hudson Schools hosts a plethora of organized
sanctioned sports including:
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Football
Volleyball
Cross Country
Basketball
Wrestling
Track
Soccer
Baseball
Softball
Golf
Volleyball
Music
• In addition to a comprehensive curricular music
program:
– K-8 General Music
– 7-12 Vocal Music
– 5-12 Instrumental Music
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Middle School Show Choir
High School Show Choir
Middle School Jazz Band
High School Jazz Band
Instrumental Music
Art
• Art is offered as a special class one time per
six day cycle in grades K-6.
• High school art includes:
– Visual Art I & II
– Design
– Commercial Design
th Grade Pop Art
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– Pottery/Advanced Pottery
Inspired by Andy Warhol
– Digital Photography/Adv. Digital Photography
Drama Programs
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Middle School Musical
Spring Musical
Speech
Fall Play
High School Production
of ‘Little Shop of Horrors’
Hudson Community School District
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Students
Concession Stand
COMMUNICATION AND
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Renovation Project
Parent Teacher Organization
• Volunteer organization representing parents and teachers
of students in grades K-6.
• Organized with a volunteer Board of Directors elected
annually from the membership.
• Responsible for organizing and operating fundraising efforts
to benefit students of Hudson Elementary School.
• Provides volunteer labor for a variety of events such as
serving and providing meals during conferences, helping
out with beautification projects, and sponsoring special
activities for students (i.e. bingo night).
• Critical contribution in the last twelve months: Investment
in projectors for each classroom in the school district.
Hudson Educational Fund
• Governed by an independent Board of Directors
representing a cross section of community
members.
• Independent tax exempt organization formed to
provide scholarships and assistance for
educational programs.
• Total assets of $370,489.
• Awarded $17,875 in scholarships to the Hudson
High School graduating class of 2012.
• Has awarded $141,375 since inception in 1997.
Hudson Athletic Boosters
• Volunteer organization designed to support
the athletic programs at Hudson Schools.
• Help run concession stands, ‘Little Pirate’
series of tournaments, and other events
designed to generate revenue.
• Have contributed over $120,000 in supplies,
equipment, and uniforms.
• Key contributions: baseball/softball stadium
lighting; concession stand renovation.
Hudson Music Boosters
• Volunteer organization designed to support the
music programs at Hudson Schools.
• Provide meals, logistics, help organize concerts
for the music department.
• Have made numerous contributions to the school
music program including new uniforms for the
concert band, concert choir, and show choir.
• Major contribution: partnership with the school
to improve the auditorium sound system.
Communication Procedures and Tools
• In addition to communicating with the public
through traditional media including the local
newspaper ‘Hudson Herald’ and television stations,
we have a robust electronic footprint:
School Improvement Advisory
Committee
• Main role is to advise school district on issues of
relevance to the administration and school board.
• CTE Advisory became a sub-set of SIAC in 20122013.
• Involved in review and analysis of student
achievement data.
• Approves students achievement goals and
forwards them on to the Board of Direction for
adoption.
• Major activity during the 2012-2013: Visioning
and Needs Assessment.
Visioning Process
• Needs assessment survey conducted in the fall to help set
vision for future improvements in Hudson Schools.
• Building level survey conducted in the K-6 annually.
• Faculty, staff, students, community members, and parents
participated.
• Analysis ongoing with a draft report due to the board in
April.
• Initial themes and findings:
– 1-1 technology environment is supported by majority
– Capital expenditures should focus on investment in technology,
improvements to the elementary school
– Overall dissatisfaction with the section size of elementary
classrooms
Elementary Professional
Development
Hudson Community School District
We Create Effective Learning Environments the Result in Success for All
Students
SINCE THE 2008 VISIT-CONCLUDING
REMARKS
Since the Last State Visit
• Leadership Changes
– Superintendent change in 2010
– One less administrative position
• Financial Crisis
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Significant budget cut close to $600,000 in the spring of 2011
Multiple positions were eliminated
Some programming was impacted
District viability was at stake
• Has made it difficult to do many of the things we would like to do
• Change in organizational structure
– Increased workload for all employees
– Change in instructional schedule
Vision, Mission, and Goals
We Create Effective Learning Environments that
Result in Success For All Students
Continues to guide decision-making and overall
operating philosophy in the Hudson Community
School District
Leadership
5. Parents expressed a need for middle school
teachers to remain current on instructional
practices, technological advances and their uses
in the classroom, and educational research.
6. The district is encouraged to consider
developing a needs assessment which could
provide important information. Consider asking
parents to complete the needs assessment.
Collaborative Relations
11. While communication is a strength consider
reviewing district publications for
explanations of educational jargon.
12. As the SIAC is reactivated, consider:
– Diverse representation
– Fulfilling its required purpose
– Document meetings and conversations
Learning Environment
19. Along with the knowledge that students will
be living in an increasingly global and diverse
world, the district is encouraged to develop a
plan for including cultural competency.
20. The district is encouraged to seek out and
utilize additional information about the
successes of Hudson graduates as it develops
goals and sets priorities.
Curriculum and Instruction
29. Middle school teachers reported their concern
that career/technology courses at the middle
school level need to be enhanced.
31. As the district curriculum process is
institutionalized, consider establishing a rotation
for textbook/materials selection.
35. Consider establishing a process for elementary
administrators and staff to formulate
guidelines for collaboration.
37. Multiple interview groups reported the need to
upgrade technology.
Professional Development
42. As part of this planning, consider developing
a means to measure teacher accountability.
Consider requesting teachers provide
reflection or other qualitative data.
43. Consider creating opportunities for all noncertified staff to increase their skills relative
to their job responsibilities.
Monitoring and Accountability
48. Consider continuing to develop staff skills in
data analysis.
– What data best informs instructional practices?
– How are data used to influence instruction?
Hudson Community School District
We Create Effective Learning Environments the Result in Success for All
Students
Iowa Department of Education
Site Accreditation Visit
March 27-28, 2013
Thank You For
Being Here!