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GRAFTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
A School District and a Community on
the Rise
A District Report for 2004-2005
Grafton as a District and a
Community
 The town has experienced significant
growth, but still a close community.
 New houses, more families, and the
impact on our schools
Class of 2006- has 111 students
Class of 2016- currently has 242 students
 Committed to our mission statement:
“To prepare all students to be life-long learners and
responsible citizens.”
GUIDING BELIEFS
We believe. . .
 education is the shared responsibility of students, school, home,
and the community.
 investing in the education of our children benefits the community.
 all students love to learn and are capable of life-long learning.
 a balanced education develops a student intellectually, socially,
physically, emotionally, and creatively.
 all students are entitled to instructional excellence.
 students learn best in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment.
 students learn best when they are actively engaged in their own
learning.
 mutual respect, personal dignity, and social responsibility are
essential.
 education is key to responsible global citizenship.
AS WE LOOK TO THE
FUTURE
VISION STATEMENT
Grafton Public Schools is an
evolving and responsive
community. We provide an
interactive learning environment
that ensures academic
excellence and social
responsibility. Our instructional
programs foster personal
integrity and the critical thinking
necessary for global citizenship.
We empower our students to be
active participants who thrive in
an ever-changing world.
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
 To implement and communicate
a consistent curriculum
throughout the district, Pre-K
through Grade 12.
 To continually improve each
student’s performance in school.
 To use a systems approach to
analyzing and using data.
 To plan for the District’s shortterm space needs and future
technological needs necessary to
accommodate a growing school
enrollment.
DISTRICT LEADERSHIP
Dr. Joseph Connors
Superintendent
Mr. James Pignataro
Grafton High School
Mrs. Maureen Cohen
Mr. Richard Lind
Grafton Middle School
Ms. Sharyn Rainey
Mrs. Brenda Painte
Grafton Elem.
Mrs. Doreen Parker
Mrs. Michelle Tynan
North Grafton Elem.
Ms. Evelyn Jordan
South Grafton Elem.
DISTRICT ENROLLMENT
 2,518 students currently enrolled
 172 full time teachers
 Grades Pre-K through Grade 5: class
size of 22 students
 Grades 6 through 12: class size of 25
students
DISTRICT DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
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Students Attending School in District
Grade 9-12 Drop-Out Rate
Attendance Rate
Average Number of Days Absent
In-School Suspension Rate
Out of School Suspension Rate
Retention Rate
English as a Second Language
Limited English Proficiency
Low Income
Special Education
District
State
92.9%
2.9%
95.8%
7.4%
4.4%
3.0%
1.0%
2.7%
0.5%
9.0%
14.9%
89.8%
3.7%
94.1%
10.8%
3.6%
5.9%
2.6%
14.0%
5.1%
27.7%
15.9%
DISTRICT FINANCES
Per Pupil Expenditures:
GRAFTON
Regular Education
Special Education
Bilingual Education
Occupational
Day Education
All Day Programs
STATE
1999
2003
1999
2003
$4,587
$10,682
$0
$0
$5,285
$13,889
$1,624
$0
$5,487
$10,249
$7,495
$9,404
$6,779
$13,542
$8,936
$11,154
$5,366
$6,613
$6,692
$8,273
GUIDANCE AND
COUNSOLING SERVICES
 At Grafton High, there are currently three counselors
who utilize a team approach in dealing with the
development of the entire student. This team would
also include health, support, and teaching staff.
 There are currently two counselors at the Middle
School who handle approximately 295 students each.
 Other support services are provided by the Special
Education staff members who provide support to their
students. This also includes Behavioral Leaning
Assistants who are trained in supporting the students
with Autism Spectrum Disorder who attend school in
Grafton.
CURRICULUM
DEVELOPMENT
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The goal of the Professional
Development Plan is to improve
the high quality of instruction that
already exists.
Plan began in August 2005 with
implementation of new
curriculum pieces.
Curriculum writing teams are
beginning process of 5 year cycle
of evaluating and revising
curriculum.
As per the teachers’ contract,
$15,000.00 has been set aside
for tuition reimbursement for
professional development.
Many seminars and programs
have been developed by
teachers and other professionals
to address specific areas of
concerns.
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Specific Goals
By June 2006, all teachers in
district would be considered
Highly Qualified Teachers.
Continue integration of
technology
Continue training and
implementation of
Differentiated Instruction
Implementation of new math
curriculum and programs at
the GMS
DISTRICT PERFORMANCE
ON THE MCAS
 MCAS exams are given between Grade 3 and Grade
10
 Tests in English/Language Arts, Mathematics, and
Science/Technology
 Grafton students still perform above the state averages
in all areas and on all grade levels
 Increase in the number of students considered
Advanced/Proficient
 As a district, item-analysis has started to identify areas
for improvement in order to provide students with more
effective instruction.
DISTRICT PERFORMANCE
ON THE MCAS
GRAFTON MEMORIAL
HIGH SCHOOL
Mission:
The mission of Grafton High
School is to prepare our
students intellectually,
physically, emotionally and
socially for their role as
responsible citizens in an
ever-changing world.
Grafton High School students will:
 Read, write, speak and communicate
effectively.
 Utilize critical thinking in the processing of
information.
 Demonstrate the ability to integrate and
apply knowledge to complete tasks
effectively and to solve problems
creatively.
 Utilize technology to enhance knowledge
and skills.
 Exhibit behaviors that promote personal
physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle.
 Practice responsible and appropriate social
behaviors.
 Recognize and respect diversity and
understand the implications of local and
global cooperation.
 Understand how society functions, know
the rights and responsibilities of
citizenship, and demonstrate these through
school and community service.
GRAFTON MEMORIAL
HIGH SCHOOL
 577 total students, 299
females/278 males
 35 teachers
 Student-Teacher Ratio:
16.7 to 1
 All teachers are licensed
in their subject areas
(89% in 2000-2001)
 All teachers are
classified as “Highly
Qualified”
 GHS has maintained its
accreditation with New
England Association of
Schools and Colleges.
GRAFTON MEMORIAL
HIGH SCHOOL
 2005 MCAS results: students continue to
improve and score better than the state
average
 GHS did satisfy targets for Adequate
Yearly Progress (AYP).
 Still room for improvement, but these test
scores are the result of the hard work of
staff and students.
GHS 2005 MCAS RESULTS
GRAFTON MIDDLE
SCHOOL
Grafton Middle School is committed to:
 Motivating and challenging adolescents through high academic
standards supported by a strong core curriculum and a full range
of exploratory courses,
 Engaging students who have a variety of learning styles,
 Fostering the developmental needs and self esteem of the middle
school child,
 Promoting respect and responsibility toward self, peers, staff,
school, and community,
 Preparing students for high school and beyond.
GRAFTON MIDDLE
SCHOOL
 591 total students,
275 females/316
males
 47 teachers
 Student-Teacher
Ratio: 12.7 to 1
 93% of teachers are
licensed in their
subject areas (84%
in 2000-2001).
 95% of teachers are
classified as “Highly
Qualified” (92% in
2000-2001).
GRAFTON MIDDLE
SCHOOL
 2005 MCAS results: students remain above the
state averages, but scores remained stable or
only slightly improved
 GMS did satisfy targets for Adequate Yearly
Progress (AYP) in ELA.
 GMS did satisfy targets for AYP in Math in
2005, but still labeled as underperforming in
Special Education subgroup.
 GMS has developed specific professional
development goals to address these concerns
in Math.
GRAFTON MIDDLE
SCHOOL
GRAFTON MIDDLE
SCHOOL
GRAFTON ELEMENATARY
SCHOOL
Mission Statement:
Grafton Elementary School is a collaborative community of learners.
Here at GES, we promote academic success and help to develop
responsible citizens in an inclusive environment. With adult
support, students learn to be accountable in both academic and
social situations. Our expectations empower children and staff to
recognize, respect and celebrate individual talents and abilities.
Technology is integral to our learning, sharing, and
communicating. Learning together at GES is challenging,
interactive, fun, and exciting!
GRAFTON ELEMENATARY
SCHOOL
 694 total students,
323 females/371
males
 49 teachers
 Student-Teacher
Ratio: 14.0 to 1
 98% of teachers are
licensed in their
subject areas (95%
in 2000-2001)
 97% of teachers are
classified as “Highly
Qualified”
GRAFTON ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL
 2005 MCAS results: students continued to
perform at a high level, overall trend shows
increased test scores, and students are
performing above state averages.
 GES did satisfy all targets for Adequate Yearly
Progress (AYP) in ELA and Math.
 GES has developed specific professional
development goals to address these concerns
in Math, including daily instructional time and
aligning instructional techniques and
vocabulary.
GRAFTON ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL
NORTH GRAFTON
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mission Statement:
North Grafton Elementary is a community of learners
where academic, social and personal growth is valued
and nurtured. Together we value: respect for self and
others, a positive attitude towards learning, and a
strong academic foundation. When our children leave
North Grafton Elementary School, we want them to be
respectful, productive and responsible students.
NORTH GRAFTON
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
 298 total students,
160 females/138
males
 21 teachers
 Student-Teacher
Ratio: 14.5 to 1
 All teachers are
licensed in their
subject areas (96%
in 2000-2001)
 All teachers are
classified as “Highly
Qualified”
SOUTH GRAFTON
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mission Statement:
We are an early childhood school and serve as the foundation for
lifelong learning. Our mission is to facilitate the growth and guide
the development of each child's self-esteem, sense of
competence, and positive attitude toward learning. Above all, our
knowledge of the development of young children provides the
framework for our school's beliefs and practices, bringing our early
childhood mission to life.
SOUTH GRAFTON
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
 358 total students,
173 females/185
males
 22 teachers
 Student-Teacher
Ratio: 16.7 to 1
 All teachers are
licensed in their
subject areas (96%
in 2000-2001)
 All teachers are
classified as “Highly
Qualified”
MOVING FORWARD
 Continue to provide students with skills to
improve while being challenged.
 Provide our staff with opportunities to
development as professionals.
 Increasing the use of technology throughout
the district.
 Begin to study whether our current school
facilities are sufficient to handle an increasing
population.