Transcript 2011 Continuous Improvement Report Stewartville School

2011 Continuous
Improvement Report
Stewartville School District
February, 2011
Rochester Area Math Science Partnership
Our Mission: To support high student achievement through world
class standards in math and science.
THE AIMS AND GOALS
OF STEWARTVILLE SCHOOLS
Aim #1 HIGH STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
*Goal 1:
Ensure that students will meet or exceed high academic standards.
Goal 2:
Integrate technology throughout the district and increase the
effective use of technology in the district as a teaching and
learning tool.
Goal 3:
Value parent (s) and/or guardian (s) as active partners in student
learning.
Aim #2 A SAFE, WELCOMING, ENGAGING LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
*Goal 4:
Create and maintain safe and welcoming schools.
*Goal 5: Create and maintain engaging learning environments.
Aim #3 EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT OPERATIONS
Goal 6:
Maintain responsible and accountable management and support
of resources/operations.
Goal 7:
Integrate the continuous improvement philosophy and process
throughout the system.
STAR
Stop, Think, Act Responsibly
Respect
Responsibility
Relationships
Readiness
Results
PROGRAM
DISTRICT GOAL THEMES
2003-2004
Respect – Teaching, Testing, Technology
2004-2005
Relationships – Teaming, Testing, Technology
2005-2006
Responsibility – Communication, Collaboration, Continuous
Improvement (Data Concentration)
2006-2007
Readiness – Communication, Collaboration, Continuous
Improvement (Baldrige Concentration)
2007-2008
Results – Teaming, Technology, Testing
2008-2009
Respect – Data, Discipline, Differentiation
2009-2010
Relationships – Teamwork, Transition, Transformation
2010-2011
Responsibility - Alignment, Assessment, Achievement
2010-2011 DISTRICT THEMES
2009-2010
Test Results
MCA II - Math
% Proficient
83
90
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100
86
Grade 3 Math
80
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2009
2010
Testing Year
MCA II - Math
Grades 4 & 5 Math
78
69
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85
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80
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75
% Proficient
100
60
Stewartville
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Grade/Testing Year
MCA II - Math
Grades 6, 7 & 8 Math
% Proficient
100
80
73
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68
78
63
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Gr 6 '10 Gr 7 '09
Gr 7 '10
Grade/Testing Year
Gr 8 '09 Gr 8 '10
MCA II - Math
Grade 11 Math
42
60
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52
80
34
% Proficient
100
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Minnesota
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2009
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MCA II – DISTRICT COMPARISONS
MCA II Math 2010
MCA II - Science
Percent Proficient
Stewartville Science
Grade 5 - 3 Year Trend
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Stewartville Science
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MCA II - Science
Stewartville Science
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MCA II - SCIENCE
DISTRICT COMPARISONS
MCA II Science 2010
ANALYSIS OF CURRENT SITUATION
HIGH SCHOOL
MENTORSHIP COURSE
• Summer mentorship opportunity for
high-performing students entering
their senior year of high school
• Independent, challenging, non-paid
study for students interested in a potential
career focusing on mathematics, science,
technology, and/or the healthcare industry
• Joint partnership with Mayo Clinic
2010/first year: one student
2011/second year: 4-5 students
NUMATS
NUMATS = Northwestern University Midwest Academic Talent Search
• District provides information as a service only to high-ability
students
• Opportunity for students in grades 6-9 to participate in ACT and/or
SAT testing
• Advantages:
– Students get a detailed picture of their individual abilities and
areas for growth
– Test preparation; valuable practice
– Gain self-confidence regarding high stakes test-taking
– Higher education and career planning suggestions
• 2010/first year: 10 students (one state winner)
• 2011/second year: 17 students
Algebra Readiness Testing
Orleans-Hanna Algebra Readiness Testing
• Assessment is designed to predict students’ readiness
for algebra courses
• Will be used with current 5th grade students (scoring
in the 60th percentile or higher on most recent NWEA
math test) in May 2011
• Will be used with other data to determine most
appropriate math class placement for students
entering middle school
PLATO PROGRAM
• Alternative Learning Opportunities
Credit recovery for at-risk students
Distance learning
• Rigorous Instructional Content
Alignment with National/State Standards
Technology driven course content, coupled with
off-line web-based activities
• Common Circumstances for Use
Remediation & Intervention programs
Credit Recovery programs
Summer School programs
COLLEGE PREP MATH
• Designed for students needing college
level math preparation
• Bridge between Algebra II and College
Algebra/College Trigonometry/Special
Functions
PERSPECTIVE FOR FAMILIES
• Resources for parents and students to help
prepare for state mandated tests.
• Provides remediation and
enrichment based on individual
learning locator numbers.
• Online learning activities are designed to
enrich and improve the student’s
knowledge and skills.
PLC MATH DATA
• Data is being collected by the PLCs in
grades 1-5 and the 6-12 Math PLC.
• Student achievement data is aggregated
for each teacher and grade level for each
unit.
• Basic Math facts data is also collected
and aggregated by grade level and the
district as a whole.
VIRTUAL SCIENCE PLC
The RAMSP virtual PLC is made up of one K-12 science
teacher from each school who is a member of RAMSP. We
have met several times to discuss science needs within the
school, both equipment and training related. These
conversations have taken place via webinars.
Born out of these webinars, on February 1, there was a
science forum for all K-12 science teachers who are members
of RAMSP to come together and have a round-table
discussion about needs within the classroom.
TARGETED SERVICES
Central Intermediate School
Student Selection: NWEA MAP Test
Program: The program runs Tuesdays and Thursdays for
Reading and Mondays and Wednesdays for Math.
Curriculum: The Reading program uses “Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension” Software.
The Math program uses “Study Island” Software.
Results: Students are showing 4-10 points of improvement on
the NWEA Map testing.
Laptop Pilot
Central Intermediate School
INITIAL IMPLEMENTATION:
2009-2010
• One 4th grade and one 5th grade classroom
2010-2011
• Three 4th grade and three 5th grade
INITIAL SURVEY RESULTS:
PARENTS
• 100% positive comments on “Laptops have made school work more fun
and interesting” and “My child has become more skilled In technology.”
STUDENTS
• 100% positive comments on “I have become more skilled in Technology.”
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98% positive comments on “Laptops have made school work more fun
and interesting.”
ISTE STANDARDS
Performance Indicators for Teachers
1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity
2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and
Assessments
3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning
4. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility
(Global Classroom)
5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership
U-TUBE REVERSE CLASSROOM
You-Tube Math Class
• Teacher records the lesson using the smart board
and posts the video to her Wiki.
• Students watch the videos each night as
homework and take notes on the lesson.
• Class time begins with gateway problems and
then students move to homework.
• Students work on homework throughout the rest
of the class period.
U-TUBE REVERSE CLASSROOM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNL31PoZc5Y
“Solving Linear Equations by Substitutions”
calhounsmath.wikispaces.com
LEAD INDICATORS TO BE USED
TO MONITOR RESULTS…..
• Common Assessments in Math developed
by Math PLC’s
• Aims Web to monitor Reading progress
• ISTE Standards to monitor Technology
• MCA Data to monitor Math, Science and
Reading
PDSA CYCLE
Plan
Act
Continuous
Improvement
Study
Do
LESSONS LEARNED
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Focus on the “Study and Act” of PDSA Cycle
Use data to drive instruction – PLCs
Examine “strand data” more closely
Stress and maintain “Fidelity” in curriculum
Create common assessments
Re-align professional development
Emphasize accountability
Collaborate – Cooperate – Celebrate!
NEXT STEPS
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ISTE Standards Completion
Online Classes/ITV
One to One Laptop Program
Strategic Plan/Re-organization
Virtual PLC’s
“Baldrige Light”
Internet “Hot Spots”
THANK YOU IBM!
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Lego Logo
E-Mentoring
Excite Camp
Engineer Week
On-Demand
Matching Grant Program
THANK YOU MAYO CLINIC!
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Science Trailer
Summer Fellowship
Career Shadowing
Science Webinars/Forums
Science Symposiums
Celebration of Research
HS Mentorship Program
THANK YOU HIGHER LEARNING
AND
WORK FORCE DEVELOPMENT!
• Math Teacher Seminar
• Hiring/Recruiting Seminar
• Educational Resources
QUESTIONS?
Dr. David D. Thompson, Superintendent
[email protected]
Sheila McNeill, Curriculum & Talent Development Coordinator
[email protected]
U-TUBE REVERSE CLASSROOM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNL31PoZc5Y
“Solving Linear Equations by Substitutions”
calhounsmath.wikispaces.com
STRATEGIC RE-ORGANIZATION
STRATEGIC RE-ORGANIZATION
ISTE STANDARDS
Performance Indicators for Teachers
1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity
2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and
Assessments
3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning
4. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility
(Global Classroom)
5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership
ON-LINE LEARNING
OFFERINGS
Offering more on-line classes ……
– We are training our staff in the use of a Learning
Management System
– Pilot courses are being offered internally this year
– On-line courses to be taught next year:
AP Chemistry, Small Animal Science, and
Plant Science I & II
– Belong to two online schools (SEMVA and SSC)
ONE-ON-ONE
COMPUTER INITIATIVE
One-on-One Computer Initiative
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Piloting of a one-to-one school environment
has been occurring for two years in 4th/5th
grade
Each student will be provided with a netbook
for their use
Would involve grades 4-12
Very positive results are being shown in the
areas of engagement and time on task.
ITV/DISTANCE LEARNING
• Lab has been set up to accommodate both
interactive tv and online learning courses.
• Lab can/has been used for meetings (ex.
HS Math Dept. meeting with Byron HS
Math Dept.; numerous other meetings)
• Stewartville is a member of SEMVA
(Southeast MN Virtual Academy) and SSC
(Southeast Service Coop Distance Learning
Program)
VIRTUAL SCIENCE PLC
The Current Thought From That Forum Is To:
1. Have three forums each school year to meet staff development
needs of science teachers.
2. Continue the webinars in-between the forums to expedite feedback
of needs and reactions to the forum.
3. To expand the biotechnology trailer program, sponsored by IBM
and Mayo, to include trailers for physics (underway) and chemistry.
4. To create a storage house of science equipment and materials that
can be checked out by member schools for use in the classroom.