Trenton Elementary School 2006-07 Campus Improvement Plan
MISSION STATEMENT OF TRENTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
The mission of Trenton ISD is to equip all students with a sense of responsibility toward themselves and their community while providing an environment of academic excellence as they prepare for their future in a rapidly changing world.
THEME FOR TRENTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
"Honoring our Heritage and Preparing for the Future!"
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OBJECTIVES
1. We will develop and implement vertically aligned school wide standards of excellence.
2. We will develop and implement programs, placement, and services that will enable each student to excel.
3. We will foster a passion for excellence in learning, decision making and personal accountability.
4. We will reach out to the community through partnership programs to foster a greater appreciation for the value of education.
5. We will continuously adopt, implement, and revise appropriate standards, policies, and practices necessary to ensure safety, and security throughout the school.
6. We will recruit, develop and retain the highest quality staff.
| Objective 1 We will develop and implement vertically aligned school wide standards of excellence. | |||||
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Strategies/Activities |
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Amount |
Staff Responsible |
Time Line |
Evaluation/Document |
| 1.1 Participation in vertical and horizontal meetings in all core subject areas. | Staff Development Days | None | Principal and Teachers | 2006-2007 school year | Teacher Feedback |
| 1.2 Early Literacy Goals for 2006-2007. Use data from Spring 2006 TPRI (Texas Reading Inventory), TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills) | TPRI Grades K,1,and 2; TAKS test results |
None | Principal and Teachers | 2006-2007 school year | Comparison of data from pre
and post screening measures to determine the degree of growth in the
following areas: book and print awareness, phonemic awareness,
graphophonemic knowledge and listening comprehension, reading accuracy,
reading comprehension, indicators on TAKS Reading Targets and objectives. Strengths and weaknesses will be analyzed by teachers to make instructional adjustments. Number of students receiving Commended Performance on TAKS Teacher Self-Reports for the PDAS (Professional Development Appraisal System will reflect implementation of instructional research-based practices. |
| 1.3 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers will use Spring 2006 TAKS results and ongoing assessments to determine reading, math, and science objectives that need the most reinforcement with the tutoring and enrichment program. | Teachers and Teacher Assistants. 30 minutes of Tutoring or Enrichment provided daily for students. | Teacher Asst. Salaries. | Teachers, Teacher Assistants, Principal | 2006-2007 School year | Feedback from teachers and student success level in the classroom and on the TAKS test. |
| 1.4 Administer practice TAKS test in order to target objectives needing more instruction.. | Computer Labs | None | Computer Teacher, Teachers, Principal | December, 2006 | Results of practice test will help determine areas of instruction that need to be targeted for maximum student success. |
| Objective 2 We will develop and implement programs, placement, and services that will enable each student to excel. | |||||
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Strategies/Activities |
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Amount |
Staff Responsible |
Time Line |
Evaluation/Document |
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2.1 Participate in School-Wide Title I Program: a) Participate in early release parent conferences. b) Relate student performance standards with the TEKS. c) Continue employment of Teacher Assistants. d) Provide funds for staff development in areas of math, science, and reading. e) A School Compact will be sent home to parents and given to parents that have not turned one in on early release parent/teacher conference day. |
District Title I Funds used on materials, training, salaries. | $61,207.00 | Teachers, Principal | Early Release Day in October,
2006. Early Release Day in April, 2007. 2006-2007 school year |
Number of school compacts returned. Parental attendance on Parent/Teacher conferences on early release day. |
| 2.2 Compensatory Ed. (Dyslexia Program – Section 504) Identify students who demonstrate dyslexia tendencies who would benefit from dyslexia class. | District 504 Coordinator Dyslexia Teacher, Region X, Portion of Comp. Ed. Funds. |
$60,000.00 total Compensatory Ed. Funds to assist students at-risk | Dyslexia Teacher, Principal, District 504 Coordinator | 2006-2007 school year | Student Progress in classroom and on TAKS test |
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2.3 Special Education a) Resource Class / CMC (Provide academic support for identified students who are performing below grade level and meets state mandated criteria.) b) Speech Class (Identify students who require intervention for various communication impairments. Pull-out program provided for students that meet eligibility for speech class) |
Federal and State Funds | $127,500.00 for Special Education services. | Sp.Ed./Resource Teacher, Speech Teacher and Principal | 2006-2007 school year | Observations, TAKS and SDAA scores, completion of IEP goals with at least 80% mastery. |
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2.4 Talented and Gifted a) Identify students from mainstream and diverse cultural backgrounds who demonstrate a need for advanced thinking skills. b) Provide weekly pull-out classes and extra-curricular activities to help enrich curriculum through an interdisciplinary approach that builds critical and creative thinking skills c) Communicate with staff and parents about TAG service, identification procedures, and training opportunities. |
District TAG budget | $4,500.00 for Talented and Gifted services | TAG Teacher, Principal | 2006-2007 school year | Feedback from parents and staff. Student performance on assessments such as the TAKS test. |
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2.5 English as a Second Language (ESL) Assist English Language Learners (ELL) students in becoming fluent English speakers, writers through the use of second language methods. Recognize the role of the native language and the role of transfer of knowledge from one language to a second language. |
Campus / District ESL Budgets. | $4,000.00 for ESL services. | ESL Teacher, Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | Language testing of new students identified as non-English speakers as per Language Survey. RPTE Test results, TAKS test results. |
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2.6 Technology a) Improve student achievement through the use of technology as related to "No Child Left Behind" b) Continue computer class as part of the schedule for all students. c) Utilize "A+", Study Island, Heartsoft and other software programs to improve overall academic performance of all students d) All students visit computer lab weekly to increase technology awareness and to support all curriculum through the use of technology. |
Campus Computer Lab, Full-time computer teacher. | Computer Teacher’s Salary and schools cost to maintain software programs. | Teachers, Computer Teacher, Principal | 2006-2007 school year | Student Participation in the area of technology and achievement in technology. |
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2.7 Reading Recovery – 3 teachers are trained in Reading Recovery and will be teaching Reading Recovery. This is a scientifically researched-based program that is used to help 1st graders that are having difficulty with reading fluency and comprehension. This program is supporting requirements under "NCLB" and other federal and state mandates relating to early reading intervention. |
Reading Recovery Training,
Materials and Books to support program. Title I Funds |
$5,000.00 | Teachers and Principal | 2006-2007 school year | Students that are in program increase in the area of reading fluency and comprehension. |
| OBJECTIVE 3 We will foster a passion for excellence in learning, decision-making and personal accountability. | |||||
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Strategies/Activities |
Resources |
Amount |
Staff Responsible |
Time Line |
Evaluation/Document |
| 3.1 Continue Character Education Program (Project Wisdom). Continue "Big Buddy" program, DARE. | Project Wisdom Book, Trenton H.S. Students, DARE Officer | None | Principal and Teachers | 2006-2007 School Year | Number of disciplinary referrals and counseling referrals. |
| 3.2 Continuously improve and reduce the gap between sup-groups for all students on state assessments and other measures of student performance. Continue daily tutoring during and after school. | TAKS and TEKS Objectives | $4,000.00 for after school tutoring. | All Staff | 2006-2007 School Year | Increase TAKS sub-groups by 2% - 5% as indicated on TAKS Improvement Targets (AEIS Indicator Goals) |
| 3.3 Design and
develop classroom lessons that help students develop higher level thinking
skills using Bloom’s Taxonomy to increase mastery of all
TAKS Objectives. |
TAKS and TEKS Objectives | None | Teachers | 2006-2007 School Year | Improved TAKS Scores |
| 3.4 Utilize Title I and ARI / AMI Funds to have tutoring / enrichment during the school day and after school TAKS tutoring, supplies / materials and summer school. | Title I Funds, ARI / AMI Funds | $8,974.00 (ARI and AMI Funds) | Principal, Teachers, and Staff | 2006-2007 School Year | Improved pass rate on TAKS test by students in tutoring. |
| 3.5 Utilize the computer lab to increase all students’ awareness of technology. Utilize A+, Heartsoft and Study Island programs. Add other researched based software programs to increase student success. | Full-time technology specialist, computer lab, and classroom computers. | Technology Specialist and Teachers | 2006-2007 School Year | Observation and mastery of TEKS objectives. | |
| Objective 4 We will reach out to the community through partnership programs to foster a greater appreciation for the value of education. | |||||
| Strategies / Activities | Resources | Amount | Staff Responsible | Time Line | Evaluation / Document |
| 4.1 Increase PTO membership and active participation of faculty and staff. | PTO membership drive and incentives for attendance. | None | All Staff. | 2006-2007 School Year | PTO membership count and participation. |
| 4.2 Make parent contacts with positive news, encourage involvement in school activities.. | Parents, Community Members, PTO Members, Trenton Tribune. | None | All Staff and Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | Parental Participation |
| 4.3 Expand Volunteer Programs utilizing parents and community members for programs such as reading volunteers, mentors, and support for special events and field trips. | Parents, Community Members, PTO Members. | None | Staff and Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | Number of active Volunteers |
| 4.4 Conduct a Family Math Night and Family Reading Night | Teachers, Parents, PTO, Region 10 Workshops | None (Donation of time and materials) | Teachers and Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | Number of Parents and Students that attend. |
| Objective 5 We will continuously adopt, implement, and revise appropriate standards, policies, and practices necessary to ensure safety and security throughout the school. | |||||
| Strategies / Activities | Resources | Amount | Staff Responsible | Time Line | Evaluation / Document |
| 5.1 Comply with safety rules. Student discipline referrals will decrease. | Safety instruction about fire and disaster drills. Consistent discipline management in classrooms and whole school | None | Staff and Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | Number of student referrals related to safety and serious / repetitive discipline problems will decrease. |
| 5.2 All visitors must sign in at main office. | "Sign-in / Sign-out" book in main office. | None | Office Staff | 2006-2007 School Year | Observation by office staff and all staff members. |
| 5.3 Continue to implement Campus Safety (Crisis) Plan. | Campus Safety Committee and all staff | None | Principal and Campus Safety Committee | 2006-2007 School Year | Effective implementation of student and faculty safety in crisis. |
| 5.4 Two-way radios will be used to communicate between office, principal, custodian and gym. | Two-way radios | None | Principal, Secretary, Custodian, PE Teacher | 2006-2007 School Year | Effective use of radios in day to day school operations and in the event of a crisis. |
| 5.5 Continue to implement Campus Crisis Plan including use of P.A. in emergency situations | Safety and Campus Crisis Plan | None | Principal, Campus Crisis Committee | 2006-2007 School Year | Effective Implementation in emergency situation. |
| 5.6 Provide information about unwanted physical or verbal aggression, any type of harassment, and any kind of bullying. Bullying will be taken very seriously and students that are bullying others will be dealt with accordingly. | Discipline Management Plan and Student Code of Conduct | None | All Faculty, Staff and Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | Number of bullying incidences remain low and student / parent reports about bullying behavior. |
| Objective 6 We will recruit, develop, and retain the highest quality staff. | |||||
| Strategies / Activities | Resources | Amount | Staff Responsible | Time Line | Evaluation / Document |
| 6.1 Communicate available positions to highest quality applicants. | District Web-Site and other job posting advertisements | None | Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | Quality of Applicants and number of interviews |
| 6.2 Provide in-service days and training opportunities as requested by teachers to help them better serve students in the classroom. | In-service Programs | Access training through Region 10 Coop. | Principal and Staff | 2006-2007 School Year | Increased student achievement |
| 6.3 Provide state-of-the-art teacher resources available to optimize classroom learning. | Catalogs and Region X | None | Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | Increased student achievement |
| 6.4 Provide opportunities for
teachers to receive up-dated training on special programs (ESL, Sp. Ed.,
Dyslexia, Gifted and Talented, Balanced Literacy) |
Special Program funds, Region X | Access training through Region 10 Coop. | Principal and Staff | 2006-2007 School Year | Increased teacher awareness in the areas of special programs with increased student achievement. |
| 6.5 The "No Child Left Behind Act" of 2001, (NCLB), requires ALL teachers in core academic areas to become "Highly Qualified". Highly Qualified teachers must have 1. at least a Bachelor’s degree; and 2. Full State Certification; and 3. Demonstrate a competency in core academic subject areas assigned.. | Training as needed for Texas EXCET exam | None | Principal | 2006-2007 School Year | All teacher must meet NCLB requirements. |
Percent Passing TAKS
Reading All Students African-Americans Hispanic White Economically Disadvantaged
| 2006 Actual | 90 | * | 99 | 89 | 86 | |
| 2007 Goal | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Writing
| 2006 Actual | 94 | * | * | 94 | 99 | |
| 2007 Goal | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Math
| 2006 Actual | 86 | * | 99 | 84 | 75 | |
| 2007 Goal | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Science
| 2006 Actual | 79 | * | 60 | 82 | 67 | |
| 2007 Goal | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Note: * is less than five students and does not count as a separate sub-group.