Post on 14-May-2015
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Christopher Hottel, SuperintendentMichelle L. Papanicolau, Director of Adult
Education
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Dropout Intervention Overview
I. Introduction: Dropout Data and Nashua’s Success
II. Context: What is the Challenge?III. Reasons for SuccessIV. InitiativesV. The Road Ahead
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Dropout Data and Nashua’s Success
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Identifying priorities for DistrictSupport through District policies and proceduresEnsure flexibility
Coordinating in-district programs and services with out-of-district programs, services, and agencies
Fiscal challenges/unfunded mandatesIdentifying at-risk factors:
Poor literacy skillsPoor academic performanceLack of parent involvementAlcohol/drug abuse; mental health issues; teen pregnancyGang violencePoverty
Context: What are the Challenges?
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Special Education and Student Services Budget Allocation
$18,373,863Special Services
$4,827,473
Student Services
$65,270,927Others
Special Services 20.8%$18,373,863Student Services 5.5%$4,827,473Others 73.8%$65,270,927Total: 100.0%$88,472,263
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Free and Reduced School Lunch Participation
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Number of ELL Students Serviced Over 5-Year Period
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Reasons for SuccessReorganizationFollow the ChildCurriculum alignmentDedicated fundsTraining and leadershipData management and integration of systems
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ReorganizationDistrict Office
Curriculum DirectorAccountability DirectorStudent Services DirectorGrants and Community DevelopmentSystems Data AnalystAdult and Community Education Director
Adult Education High School Diploma Program Summer School (Elementary and Secondary) Transitional Coordinator for Alternative Placement
Curriculum and Professional Development Council
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ReorganizationHigh Schools
Principal leadershipGuidance DirectorsAssistant Principals – Year-round leadershipCoordinated services between schoolsStudent Information CoordinatorELL Outreach Coordinator
Phoenix Program
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Initiatives and Specific Programs21 Century Programs5th BlockNashua Community Adult SchoolSecondary Summer SchoolCoordination with City AgenciesMy TurnGEDNH ScholarsDual Credit Opportunities
Project Running StartProject Lead the WayAdvanced Placement
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Advanced Placement
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Coordination with City AgenciesNashua Adult Learning Center
Clearway High SchoolGED ProgramGet Ready for College Program
Nashua Youth CouncilStudent Assistance Program (SAP) CounselorsIntervention programs for middle schoolsMental health servicesTeen pregnancy servicesBridges (domestic violence intervention)
District Court
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21st Century Programs
• District operating budget contributes $125,000
• Curriculum aligned with State standards
• All teachers are highly qualified
• Population served includes the Title I eligible schools
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• 5th Block is funded by the Dropout Prevention Grant
• Student include those who have failed courses during the traditional school day
• All teachers are highly qualified
• Courses include core classes, CTE courses, and extended learning opportunities
Fifth Block Classes
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• Organizational focus on leadership in adult and community education beginning in 2007
• Adult and community education program coordinates alternative educational opportunities
• Strategic communication with potential dropouts in and out of school
• Coordination with high schools, guidance administration and counseling services
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• Of the 250 students enrolled in courses, 57% are taking academic classes for high school credit including, but not limited to, Nashua High School students
• 18% are non-traditional learners needing more than 4 years to complete a traditional high school diploma
• 25% are students needing pre-requisite classes for post secondary education
Adult Education Student Age Breakdown
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• Middle school students taking courses in Literacy and Mathematics
• High school students in credit recovery
• Academic core classes and electives, including CTE (i.e., Marketing, Desktop Publishing)
Secondary Summer School
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The Road Ahead: The Challenges We Face
Persistent Problem: Currently facing 114 dropouts; 26 of whom will not reach age 18 by September 1, 2009
Nashua’s Strategic Plan 2009-2014Fiscal challenges: Continued need for funding resources Demographic trendsTough Choices or Tough Times
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Four Cornerstonesfor Educational Improvement
1. Building Leadership2. Shaping Belief3. Creating Achievement4. Celebrating Success