Post on 14-Dec-2015
WHERE HAVE WE BEEN?
WHERE WOULD WE LIKE TO GO?
North Shore Hebrew Academy General Studies Goals for the
2011 – 2012 School Year
Standardized Test Results
ELA Grade 3
NSHA 1(2%) 2(15%) 3(77%) 4(3%) Pass 80% JFK 1(7%) 2(25%) 3(59%) 4(9%) Pass 68% Math
NSHA 1(0%) 2(25%) 3(53%) 4(22%)Pass 75% JFK 1(4%) 2(22%) 3(48%) 4(27%)Pass 74%
*Passing = 3s and 4s combined
Standardized Test Results
ELA Grade 4
NSHA 1 (0%) 2(25%) 3(70%) 4(5%)Pass 75% Gr 3 1(09-10) (12%) 2(28%) 3(45%) 4(15%) Pass 70% JFK 1(5%) 2(28%) 3(65%) 4(2%) Pass 67%
Math Grade 4
NSHA1(0%) 2(16%) 3(48%) 4(37%) Pass 84% Gr.3 1(2%) 2(17%) 3(45%) 4(37%) Pass 82% JFK 1(1%) 2(17%) 3(33%) 4(49%) Pass
82%
Standardized Test Results
Grade 5 Math (10 – 11)
NSHA 1(0%) 2(11%) 3(50%) 4(39%) Pass 89%
JFK 1(0%) 2(13%) 3 (34%) 4(52%) Pass 86%
Standardized Test Results
ELA Grade 6NSHA 1 (1%) 2(34%) 3(64%) 4(1%) Pass 65%NMS 1(2%) 2(24%) 3(68%) 4(6%) Pass74%
Math Grade 6NSHA 1 (0%) 2(10%) 3(44%) 4(45%) Pass 90%NMS 1 (3%) 2(16%) 3(48%) 4(34%) Pass 82%
NMS = North Middle School
Standardized Test Results
ELA Grade 8NSHA 1(0%) 2(13%) 3(85%) 4(2%) Pass 87%NMS 1(2%) 2(25%) 3(70%) 4(3%) Pass 73%
Math Grade 8 NSHA 1(0%) 2(0%) 3(49%) 4(51%) Pass
100%NMS 1(3%) 2(12%) 3(52%) 4(33%) Pass
86%
Standardized Test Results
Science Grade 4 (09 -10)1 (0%) 2 (2%) 3 (45%) 4 (54%) Pass 98%
Social Studies Grade 8 (09 – 10)1 (0%) 2(3%) 3(58%) 4 (39%) Pass 97%
2010 – 2011 Achievements
Full implementation of Reading ProgramReports to parents on reading levels three times a yearImplementation of NY State math standards in all gradesOpening of new Library Media Center at Old MillNo district rejections for students with special needs due
to our careful RTI processImproved Science fairIncreased computer instruction and student competenceAdditional math enrichment and writing opportunitiesIncreased academic support for children
Achievements (continued)
Introduction of Smart Boards in grade 3 and scientific and graphing calculators in grades 6- 8
Writing boot camp in grade 6 and individual writing conferences for all middle school students
Improved summer reading program and a summer reading program at Camp N’Shama
Exciting competitions including NSHA Cookbook, Crazy Hat Day, Lego Day, and Geography bee
Improved mixing and socialization of studentsHighly effective Child Study Teams and support
servicesMany trips, speakers, and special events
Goal 1: To Improve Academic Achievement at All Levels
To match or exceed the Great Neck Public Schools on State ELA and Math tests in grades 3, 4, 6, and 8, and improve at level four
To improve all student reading levels from September to June in grades 1 - 5
To once again have 85% of all students grades 5 and 8 achieve mastery level on the computer competency checklist
Goal 1 (continued)
To improve writing skills across the grades especially in grades 3, 5 and 6
To continue to encourage independent reading at all levels
To improve student research skillsTo revise our Science Fair with a focus on
group projects in grade 6 and individual projects in grade 7
Goal 2: To Continue to Develop Instructional Initiatives Across the
Grades and Curriculum
Expand and improve the Reading Workshop program grades K - 5
Integrate our Reading Program with the Kindergarten
Refine our writing “boot camp” program in all 6th grade English classes and follow up on last year’s pilot program in 7th grade
Continue individualized writing conferences for all middle school students
GOAL 2 (continued)Continue Independent Reading Fridays and
book groups with all middle school English classes
Implement the “Writing Workshop” approach to our elementary writing program
Continue to implement uniform math goals and objectives grades 1 – 5 with stress on fractions
Develop a pull-out math enrichment program for all students grades 3 - 5
Articulate the 4th and 5th grade Social Studies curriculum
Goal 2 (Continued)
Expand the Social Studies research program to grades 6 and 7
Have one curriculum-linked assembly, trip, or special program for each grade 1 – 5
Review 7th and 8th grade science Honors programs
Build on our Summer Reading program at camp N’Shama
Update our selections for summer reading
Goal 2 (Continued)
Discuss our policies and practices related to testing and grading at both Old Mill and Cherry Lane
Implement new goals and objectives for elementary school science
Goal 3: To More Fully Integrate Technology as a Tool for Learning and Management of Information
Implement our new DDC School Management System for teachers, parents and administrators
Take best advantage of NSHA’s revised websiteContinue 85% competence for all 5th and 8th grade
computer students on our computer competency checklists
Make best use of our new library media centerPilot computer assisted instructional programs
such as blended teaching and “flipped” lessons
Continue to improve SmartBoard use in all classes, library and computer labs
Increase and improve lesson planning using Smart Software
Further integrate the scientific calculator and graphing calculator to appropriate math classes
GOAL 4: To support the staff development interests and needs of
the faculty and staff
Support and mentor teachers and staff new to the Academy
Support the role of our new math specialist and new district resource teacher
Make best use of instructional time by reducing interruptions
To bring in experts to address faculty staff development needs and interests, especially in implementing our writing and reading programs
Goal 4 (continued)
To continue to arrange for faculty visitations to outstanding school programs and encourage participation in conferences and coursework
To focus on how lesson plans evolve and are an invaluable tool for teachers
To continue to support the changing role of the librarian, learning center, and technology teachers
Goal 4 (continued)
To support the expanded role of the Assistant Principal at the Middle School
To revise the budget process in order to give staff and administrators more input and accountability for the expenditure of instructional monies
To work closely with the new Director of Finance to make best use of our financial resources
To implement new plans for substitute coverage in Old Mill and Cherry Lane
To continue to set and achieve goals with each member of the faculty
Goal 5: To promote the support of all students, especially those who are
having academic difficulties or have special talents
Expand the middle school advisory program to all grades
To continue to minimize pull-out of students with special needs
To continue push-in program in grades 3 and consider implementing in grade 4 for 2012-13
Increase teacher participation in the middle school Child Study Team
To improve the nutrition of students and improve the quality of school lunches
GOAL 5 (continued)
Support our new Director of Food Services and conduct ongoing meetings with our Academy wellness committee
Develop and support new extra and co-curricular opportunities for students (school play, new publications, contests, etc.)
To develop programs for students who are especially talented or gifted
Continue to focus on anti-bullying programs
Goal 5 (Continued)
Reorganize Learning Center schedulesImprove student behavior at recess and
develop “time out” penalties that are effective
GOAL 6: To improve school-home and intra-school
communicationsIncrease parent participation in the
progress of their children, especially through our new parent portal
Continue our reach-out efforts to prospective parents
Work with PTA to provide workshops to help parents
Develop parent resources to support instructional initiatives
To regularly and consistently keep parents posted about their children – no surprises
How do we get there?
Set goalsCollaborateTake chancesHelp each other
outPraise good workIdentify and fix
what’s not workingHave high
expectationsEnjoy the kids