Site Improvement Plan

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Strategic Direction #1: Improving teaching and personalized learning for the development of each learner.

 How will we   measure?  Raise the number of students meeting state   standards in Reading and Math by 2-6   percentage points.
 What are we   doing?
  • Make sure our teaching is aligned to the state expectations.
  • Check-in with students frequently to make sure they are continuing to grow in their learning.
  • Review data frequently to ensure all students are growing in their learning.
  • Have more lessons that involve active learning by students.
 What will you   notice?
  • More lessons on work on important academic vocabulary.
  • New curriculum followed with fidelity (K-3 BAR, 4-5 Sonday & UoS).
  • Students will know what they are learning and celebrate their growth.

 

Strategic Direction #2: Fostering a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment

 How will we   measure?

 Increase the number of students saying they   have a trusted adult at school and feel safe   at school.

 

 Increase the number of students who feel   “Students in my school treat each other with   respect and do not bully others.”

 What are we   doing?

  • Counselors meeting with every single student 2x per year
  • Intentional lessons about social and emotional learning during Morning Meeting
  • Clarified expectations for behavior and school climate
 What will   you notice?
  • A greater focus during class time and a calmer environment between classes
  • Regular updates in the Shooting Star Newsletter with suggestions about supporting emotional growth at home.
  • Emotional growth from your learner