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AGENDA Durham Public Schools Board of Education

Academic and Student Services Work Session

August 4, 2016

Fuller Administration Building, 511 Cleveland Street, Durham, NC

1. Call to Order

2. Moment of Silence

3. Agenda Review and Approval

4. Public Comment

5. Academic and Student Services Work Session Meeting Minutes

I. June 2, 2016

6. Reports

I. Superintendent’s Evaluation Training

II. Magic Johnson-BridgeScape Name Change

III. District Accreditation

IV. Contract for Professional Nursing Services – Delta-T Group, Inc.

V. Contract for Delivery of Visually Impaired Instruction Services-Invision Services, Inc.

VI. Summary of Follow Up Items

VII. Adjournment

Closed Session

VIII. To consider confidential personnel matters under NCGS 143-318.11(a)(6) and 115C-319.

IX. To consult with the board attorney to preserve the attorney-client privilege as provided in

NCGS 318.11(a)(3).

Mission Statement

In collaboration with our community and parents, the mission of Durham Public Schools is to provide all students with an outstanding education that motivates them to

reach their full potential and enables them to discover their interests and talents, pursue their goals and dreams, and succeed in college, in the workforce and as engaged citizen

Date: August 4, 2016

Durham Public Schools


PRECIS

Agenda Item: Academic and Student Services Work Session

Staff Liaison Present: Stacey Wilson-Norman, Ed.D. Phone #: 560-3874

Main Points:

Attached for committee consideration and approval is a draft copy of the following minutes:

June 2, 2016

Fiscal Implications:

None

Strategic Plan Alignment:

N/A

Purpose

Information Discussion Action Consent

Reviewed by: Finance __________ Attorney __________

Minutes of the



June 2, 2016

The Academic and Student Services Work Session Committee of the Durham Public Schools’

Board of Education held a meeting on Thursday, June 2, 2016 at 4:06 P.M. in the Board Room,

Fuller Administration Building - 511 Cleveland Street, Durham, NC.

Committee Members Present

Heidi Carter, Chairperson, Michael Lee, Minnie Forte-Brown, Leigh Bordley, Matt Sears,

and, Natalie Beyer

Administrators Present

Dr. Bert L’Homme, Superintendent; Dr. Stacey Wilson-Norman, Deputy Superintendent for

Academic Services; Jacqueline Ellis, Area Superintendent; Alisa McLean, Area Superintendent;

John McCain, Area Superintendent; Marcia Deal, Chief Information Officer; William Sudderth-

III, Director of Community Engagement; Julie Spencer, Assistant Superintendent for Research

and Accountability; and, Aaron Beaulieu, Chief Financial Officer

Attorney Present

None

Call to Order/Moment of Silence

Heidi Carter, Chair called the meeting to order and presided over a moment of silence.

Agenda Review and Approval

Ms. Carter made a motion to approve the agenda with an addition of a brief discussion regarding

reappointments to the Durham Technical Community College board. The motion passed

unanimously.

General Public Comment

None

Approval of Minutes

The May 2, 2016 minutes of the Academic and Student Support Services Work Session, were

unanimously approved as written.

| Academic and Support Services Work Session –June 2, 2016

Reports

Update on Extra-Curricular Supplement Schedule Changes

Public Comment: None

Aaron Beaulieu, Chief Financial Officer, provided handouts and an update of the proposal/plan

of the extra-curricular salary schedule to fund academic, art, athletic and publication

supplements. The first retroactive phase of the implementation of the new supplement schedule

will cost approximately $300,000.00 to be dispersed in the month of July. Beaulieu explained

that the Durham County Commissioners allotted $150,000 toward the cost of $300,000.00 to

fund the plan in 2015-16. The remaining amount of $150,000.00 will be funded by the district to

support the supplement schedule for middle and high schools. The future plan/proposal will be

presented to the Durham County Commissioners before the June 14, 2016 meeting.

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report and unanimously approved the allocation of

$300,000 supplement to be distributed as the first phase adjustment to the arts schedule.

Code of Student Conduct Implementation Plan

Public Comment: None

Elizabeth Shearer, Executive Director Student Support Services, and Tamara Thomas, Area

Director, Student Support Services, provided an update regarding the success and the

development of the five-year implementation plan of the revised Code of Student Conduct and

the desired outcomes. The plan was shaped around training needed to strengthen district and

school level leadership. Trainings will begin in June and continue throughout the summer. The

community toolkit is scheduled to rollout in the fall of 2016. Twelve schools will participate in

Capturing Kids Hearts (marks the beginning of a transformational, ongoing process for teachers

and administrators at the school and/or district level). Additional schools will phase in over the

five-year period. The plan also includes the Restorative Justice Training Program that is designed

to build school climate and positive student behavior. Five schools will also participate utilizing

the Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color (COSEBOC) program.

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report. The item was presented for information.

Hours of Operation and Rate Increases for Community Education Before and After School

Care Update

Deborah Pitman, Assistant Superintendent Student Family and Community Services, and Kendra

O’Neal, Director Community Education & Family Engagement, provided an update based on

questions raised by the Board during the May 2, 2016 meeting. The administration was seeking

approval to increase the before/afterschool care rates for 2016-2017 school year and to provide

comparable hourly rates for staff including Group Leaders.

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report. The recommended 2016-2017 tiered plan

rate increase of $20.00 per month was unanimously approved.


2017 Graduation and Beyond

Megan Riggs, Area 2 Facilitator, provided three options, which included the 2017 graduation

dates, rehearsals, venues, parking options and times. Dates for the 2018 graduation were also

presented. The 2017 dates were chosen to avoid conflicts with testing.

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report and voted 5 to 1 on Option A-Status Quo,

which includes one rehearsal date for eight schools and four graduations per day for the 2016-17

school year.

Class Rank Designations

Deborah Pitman, Assistant Superintendent Student Family and Community Services, and

Elizabeth Cross, Director, Advanced Academics, provided information regarding the change to

the ten point grading scale, which will impact the grade point averages and class rankings.

Additionally, implications and possible class rank options were presented. The administration

discussed the implications and possible options for class rank and the recognition of graduating

seniors as valedictorian/salutatorian and/or the Latin System (summa cum laude, magna cum

laude and cum laude).

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report. The item was presented for information.

2016-2017 Signature Learning Resources Contract

Suzanne Cotterman, Director of Pre-K reported on the 2016-2017 contract that will serve

approximately 275 DPS pre-school children identified with speech and language needs. The

Signature Learning Resources, Inc. staff will provide speech and language services, case

management, attend professional development opportunities, parent/teacher conferences, and

IEP meetings. The contract did not increase from 2015-2016 rate and will not exceed $250,000.

The cost equates to 8-9 full time employees (FTEs) serving preschool children in various

settings.

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report. The item was placed on the Consent

Agenda for the June Board meeting.

Museum of Life and Science Contract

Timothy Gibson, Director of K-5 Teaching and Learning, presented the Museum of Life and

Science contract regarding the resources for K-5 science instruction. Science kits will be

provided quarterly to all elementary schools. Local funds are used to support the contract.

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report and approved the contract with the

correction to remove Carolyn Olivarez and replace with Aaron Beaulieu, as the Chief Financial

Officer.

eduConsulting Contract

Timothy Gibson, Director of K-5 Teaching and Learning, presented the eduConsulting contract

that provides support for Project WIN (What I Need), which focuses on reading instruction. Six

elementary schools (Spaulding, Eastway, Eno Valley, Fayetteville St., Lakewood and YE

Smith); specifically, pre-k through first grade teachers will benefit from the 32 days of


instructional job embedded and differentiated tailored coaching. Grant funds support Project

WIN at no cost to the district.

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report. The item was placed on the Consent

Agenda for the June Board meeting.

CTE Local Plan Review

Richard Sheldahl, CTE Director, provided an overview of the state-level approved Local

Strategic Plan, which consists of five parts: planning, performance management, assurances and

certifications, optional work study and/or local course options and budgets. The focus areas and

nine requirements for the 2016-2017 school year were presented. Edmentum, Inc. will provide

50 CTE courses aligned with the NC standards over the next three years. The local strategic plan

is financed through state and federal funds and is directly allocated for CTE funding. The local

plan is written without seeking additional funding from the local budget. Licensure sometimes

results in CTE impacting local money and CTE is building support in the business community to

address the shortage.

Mr. Sheldahl’s praise report included the female addition to Southern School of Energy and

Sustainability carpentry department. Andrea Alston started business advisory group; and HOSA

Competition with 11 winners;

The Board had a brief discussion regarding the report and it was unanimously voted for the board

chair to sign the CTE plan.

Projects for the 2016 Bond Referendum

Hugh Osteen, Deputy Superintendent for Operations and Jon Long, Executive Director of

Construction provided handouts and an updated proposal for the 2016 Bond Referendum. Dr.

L’Homme shared the conversation with Mr. Davis, County Manager. The 90 million dollars will

remain the offer. The report included the sale of WG Pearson (at 2.8 million dollars as is) as

opposed to renovation and the interest of sale to Student U. The administration recommended the

building be sold to the highest bidder. Mr. Osteen expressed concerns over the safety of the

artificial turf, renovations, and accuracy of the enrollment projection challenge. The itemized

chart was submitted for discussion and approval.

The Board had a full discussion regarding the report. The administration will bring back a

detailed list on the infrastructure.

Durham Technical Community College Re-appointment

Member (Charles T. Wilson, Jr.) of Durham Board of Trustees would like to be reappointed for

two year term.

The Board had a brief discussion and unanimously voted to place the reappointment of Charles

T. Wilson, Jr. on the consent agenda.

Summary of Follow-up Items

1. Design communication materials that clearly communicate the cost changes in alignment


of the new bell schedule.

2. Include the contract bids and the Signature Learning in the Board of Education packet.

3. Share the Hanover grant report regarding the work to date on Project WIN

4. Share the Academic Support Services redirections of dollars to support the June

implementation of the Leadership Blueprint Training.

5. Outline what is being reduced and/or redirected to help pay for Capturing Kids Hearts’.

There being no further business, Heidi Carter, Chair, adjourned the meeting at 7:41 P.M.


Academic & Student Services Work Session

PRECIS

Agenda Item: Superintendent’s Evaluation Training

Staff Liaison Present: Bert L’Homme, Ph.D. Phone: (919) 560-3749

Main Points:

The North Carolina Superintendent Evaluation Process was developed by McREL for the

state Department of Public Instruction. The Board Attorney will train the Durham Public

Schools Board of Education in this process and the use of the Rubric for Evaluating

North Carolina Superintendents.

The recommendation is presented for discussion.


None

Purpose


Reviewed by: Finance Attorney __________

8 Developed in collaboration with the NC State Board of Education. Approved September 2, 2010.

North Carolina Superintendent Evaluation Process

Rubric for Evaluating North Carolina Superintendents

Standard 1: Strategic Leadership–Superintendents create conditions that result in strategically reimaging the district’s vision, mission, and goals to ensure that every student graduates from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century. They create a climate of inquiry that challenges the community to continually repurpose itself by building on the district’s core values and beliefs about the preferred future and then developing a pathway to reach it.

a. District Strategic Plan: The district’s identity (its vision, mission, values, beliefs, and goals) is derived from the processes used to establish these attributes and the ways they are embodied in the life of the community.

Developing Proficient Accomplished DistinguishedNot Demonstrated

(Comment Required)

Develops and Rcommunicates a personal vision of a 21st

century school district.

Creates a working Rrelationship with the local board of education that results in a shared vision for the district of the changing world in the 21st century.

Convenes a core group Rof district leaders to develop a district improvement plan focused on student learning and targeting short-term goals and objectives.

Effectively Rcommunicates district improvement plan to principals.

Uses multiple sources Rof data (e.g., student performance data, data from the North Carolina Teacher Working Conditions Survey) to develop goals and objectives and facilitate needed changes for improvement.

. . and

Facilitates the Rdevelopment and implementation of a district strategic plan aligned to the district’s mission, local priorities, and to the mission and goals of the North Carolina State Board of Education.

Participates Rin consistent, sustained, and open communication with principals about how school policies and practices relate to the district’s mission and vision.

Creates processes and procedures for developing, implementing, and maintaining the district’s strategic plan that:

Ensure the periodic Rreview and update of the district’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.

Drive decisions and Rreflect the culture of the district.

Establish clear priorities Ramong the district’s instructional goals and objectives.

. . . and

Ensures that the Rdistrict’s strategic plan is implemented as intended by its developers.

Develops relationships Rwithin and beyond the school community that ensure understanding and appreciation of the district’s vision and that positively affect and are affected by the community context.

Develops effective Rsystems of open and honest communication between and among district leaders, the business community, faith community, parents, and students.

Uses input from all Rstakeholder groups to determine the effectiveness of strategies used to meet goals and guide revisions to the strategic plan.

. . . and

Leads in such a way Rthat the district’s strategic plan and implementation processes are referred to by other districts as a model that prompts, supports, or guides similarly integrative and effective planning efforts.

Conscientiously and Rroutinely solicits input from stakeholder groups to determine the effectiveness of the district’s strategic plan and ensures that changes to the plan are made based on such information.

Establishes a rigorous Rand systematic approach to update or rewrite the district’s vision, mission, values, beliefs, and goals statements on a collaboratively established and well-publicized schedule.

Approved September 2, 2010. Developed in collaboration with the NC State Board of Education. 9


b. Leading Change: The superintendent articulates a vision and implementation strategies for improvements and changes that result in improved achievement for all students.


(Comment Required)

Clearly articulates the Rskills and experiences students will need to live and work in the 21st century.

Identifies potential Rschool and district changes for improving student learning.

Understands the Rfundamentals and value of program evaluation.

. . . and

Systematically Rchallenges the status quo and implements change focused on improving student learning of 21st century knowledge and skills.

Routinely and Rsystematically uses rigorous evaluation techniques to determine the efficacy of change efforts on student achievement.

Clearly and regularly Rcommunicates to all stakeholders the results of evaluation of change efforts.

Uses the results of Revaluation to adapt existing processes and to develop and implement new processes for ensuring student learning.

Is a driving force behind Rmajor initiatives that help students acquire 21st century skills.

. . . and

Increases student Rlearning of 21st century knowledge and skills as a result of routine and systematic evaluation clearly indicate.

Uses evaluation results Rto identify and eliminate programs and initiatives that are ineffective or inefficient.

. . . and

Institutionalizes Rthe changes that have brought about improvement in student learning.

Serves as a leader or Rmentor to assist other superintendents in guiding data-driven decision making and change.

c. Distributive Leadership: The superintendent creates and utilizes structures that distribute leadership and decision making throughout the district.

Uses input from a Rvariety of stakeholder groups, including parents, district staff members, school board members, and community members to make decisions.

Understands the culture Rof leadership in the district.

Articulates the Rrationale of distributed leadership.

. . . and

Implements structures Rto distribute leadership and decision making among staff members throughout the district.

Develops capacity of Reducators to effectively assume leadership roles and holds them accountable for doing so.

Participates Rin consistent, sustained and open communication with principals, particularly about how policies and practices relate to the district mission and vision.

. . . and

Implements structures Rto distribute leadership and decision making in ways that include a wide range of stakeholders including parents and community members.

Creates policies, Rprocedures, and processes that support distributed leadership.

Uses distributed Rleadership to promote effective change throughout the district and to support ongoing improvement of student learning.

. . . and

Fosters the career Rdevelopment of principals, teachers, and other staff members by placing them in leadership and decision-making roles.

Encourages staff Rmembers to accept leadership responsibilities outside the district.

Models what is Rexpected.



Comments:

Suggested Data and Documents:

District strategic plan R

School improvement plans are implemented, assessed, and modified R

Effectively functioning, elected school improvement teams R

Superintendent’s performance plan aligned with state and local Rstrategic priorities and objectives

Staff can articulate the district’s direction and focus R

Student performance data R

Student achievement and testing data R

Standard 2: Instructional Leadership–Superintendents set high standards for the professional practice of 21st century instruction and assessment that result in an accountable environment. They create professional learning communities resulting in highly engaging instruction and improved student learning. They set specific achievement targets for schools and students and then ensure the consistent use of research-based instructional strategies in all classrooms to reach the targets.

a. Focus on Learning and Teaching; Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: The superintendent leads the discussion about standards for curriculum, instruction, and assessment based on research and best practices in order to establish and achieve high expectations for students.


(Comment Required)

Communicates strong Rprofessional beliefs about schools, learning, and teaching that reflect latest research and best practice in preparing students for success in college or in work.

Knows 21 R st century curricular, instructional, and assessment practices.

Sets high expectations Rand concrete district goals focused on learning and teaching.

Articulates the practice Rof superintendent leadership in the context of 21st century knowledge and skills.

. . . and

Challenges staff to Rreflect on and define the knowledge, skills, and concepts essential for ensuring that every student graduates from high school prepared for life in the 21st century.

Ensures that there is Ran appropriate and logical alignment between the district’s curriculum, instruction, and assessment, and the state accountability program.

Designs scheduling Rprocesses that maximize learning time.

Implements 21st century:

Instructional tools and Rbest practices,

Assessment and Rfeedback processes,

Professional Rdevelopment programs on instructional leadership, and

Uses of student Rassessment data to improve instruction.

. . . and

Holds all district Rstaff accountable for achieving district learning and teaching goals.

Leverages alignment of Rcurriculum, instruction, and assessment to maximize student learning of 21st century knowledge and skills.

Monitors the Reffectiveness of curriculum, instruction, and assessment in promoting increased student learning.

Uses the results Rof monitoring to make adaptations to curriculum, instruction, and assessment.

Ensures that Rinstructional time is valued and protected across the district.

Develops appropriate Rrewards for and recognition of improved student achievement.

. . . and

Develops policies and Rorganizational structures to ensure that effective alignment practices are sustained.

Shares with the larger Rprofessional community practices and procedures that have resulted in improved student achievement.



Comments:



School improvement plan R

Professional development plans based on data (e.g., student Rperformance, results of the NC Teacher Working Conditions Survey)

Student performance goals R


Use of formative assessment to impact instruction R

District instructional evaluation program R

Standard 3: Cultural Leadership–Superintendents understand and act on the important role a system’s culture has in the exemplary performance of all schools. They understand the people in the district and community, how they came to their current state, and how to connect with their traditions in order to move them forward to support the district’s efforts to achieve individual and collective goals. While supporting and valuing the history, traditions, and norms of the district and community, a superintendent must be able to “re-culture” the district, if needed, to align with the district’s goals of improving student and adult learning and to infuse the work of the adults and students with passion, meaning, and purpose.

a. Focus on Collaborative Work Environment: The superintendent understands and acts on the understanding of the positive role that a collaborative work environment can play in the district’s culture.


(Comment Required)

Collaborates with Rcentral office staff, local school board members, and principals.

Solicits advice and Rguidance of key advisors and mentors.

Uses multiple sources Rof data to understand the culture of the district.

. . . and

Designs elements Rof a collaborative and positive work environment throughout the district.

Routinely and Rsystematically seeks the advice and guidance of teachers, principals, staff, board members, and other stakeholders regarding the strategic direction of the district.

Uses data to create and Rmaintain a positive work environment.

Develops the capacity Rof principals and other district leaders to establish and maintain collaborative work environments.

. . . and

Holds principals Rand other district leaders accountable for establishing and maintaining collaborative work environments.

Monitors improvement Rof the work environment in individual schools and throughout the district.

. . . and

Develops a plan to Rimplement policies and procedures that ensure cohesion and cooperation among staff.

Establishes working Rrelationships with professional colleagues, business and industry associates, and policy makers to support the collaborative culture of the district.



b. Acknowledges Failures; Celebrates Accomplishments and Rewards: The superintendent acknowledges failures and celebrates accomplishments of the district in order to define the identity, culture, and performance of the district.


(Comment Required)

Recognizes district Rshortcomings and accomplishments.

Understands the Rimportance of acknowledging concerns and celebrating accomplishments.

. . . and

Uses established Rcriteria for performance as the fundamental basis for evaluation, reward, and advancement.

When possible, Rcollaborates with principals to establish criteria for evaluating programs and performance.

Uses shortcomings Ras opportunities to improve.

Utilizes reward and Radvancement as a way to promote the accomplishments of the district.

. . . and

Recognizes individual Rand collective contributions toward attainment of strategic goals.

Implements an Rincreasing number of processes to evaluate district programs and initiatives for the purpose of identifying district successes and failures.

Effectively Rcommunicates with stakeholder groups the successes and shortcomings of the district.

. . . and

Institutionalizes the Rdistrict’s response to success and shortcomings.

c. Efficacy and Empowerment: The superintendent develops a sense of efficacy and empowerment among staff which influences the district’s identity, culture, and performance.

Has a sense of Rprofessional efficacy and belief in her or his ability to affect positive leadership in the district.

Understands the Rvalue of efficacy among district staff in promoting district goals.

Establishes an Renvironment of trust among staff.

Builds efficacy and Rempowerment among staff.

. . . and

Establishes an Renvironment of trust among staff, students, parents, and the community at large.

Communicates a Rbelief in the ability of personnel to accomplish substantial outcomes.

Implements strategies Rthat build efficacy and empowerment among principals.

. . . and

Builds efficacy and Rempowerment among stakeholder groups to increase capacity to accomplish substantial outcomes.

Monitors the climate Rof the district to evaluate changes in the sense of efficacy and empowerment of all stakeholder groups.

Uses collective efficacy Rand empowerment among stakeholder groups to impact student achievement.

. . . and

Shares with Rprofessional organizations and other community groups effective practices related to building collective efficacy and empowerment.

Develops and Rimplements policies and procedures designed to maintain high levels of collective efficacy and empowerment.

Comments:




Climate survey data R

NC Teacher Working Conditions Survey results R

Teacher retention data R


Awards structures developed by the district and schools R

Community support of the district R

Standard 4: Human Resource Leadership–Superintendents ensure that the district is a professional learning community with processes and systems in place that result in the recruitment, induction, support, evaluation, development, and retention of a high-performing, diverse staff. Superintendents use distributed leadership to support learning and teaching, plan professional development, and engage in district leadership succession planning.

a. Professional Development/Learning Communities: The superintendent ensures that the district is a professional learning community.


(Comment Required)

Implements Rprofessional learning communities throughout the district.

Supports ongoing Rprofessional development activities throughout the district.

Enlists the support of Rteachers to implement professional learning communities.

. . . and

Supports professional Rlearning communities guided by the district’s strategic plan, focused on results, and characterized by collective responsibility for 21st century student learning.

Assures scheduling Rprocesses and protocols that provide individual and ongoing collaborative planning time for every teacher.

Models the importance Rof continued adult learning by engaging in activities to develop professional knowledge and skill.

Provides for Rprofessional development that is aligned with 21st century curricular, instructional, and assessment practices; connected to district improvement goals; and differentiated based on staff needs.

. . . and

Engages district Rleadership as a professional learning community to advance the district’s strategic plan.

Monitors the efficacy Rof professional learning communities in promoting district goals.

. . . and

Implements policies Rand organizational structures that integrate professional development and professional learning communities into the culture of the district and schools.

Establishes structures Rto ensure sharing and collaboration among professional learning communities throughout the district.



b. Recruiting, Hiring, Placing, and Mentoring Staff: The superintendent establishes processes and systems in order to ensure a high-quality, high-performing staff.


(Comment Required)

Identifies district and individual school needs regarding:

Recruiting new staff. R

Hiring new staff. R

Placing new staff. R

Mentoring new staff. R

. . . and

Creates and implements effective policies and procedures for:

Recruiting and Rretaining highly qualified and diverse personnel.

Continuously Rsearching for the best placement and utilization of staff to fully develop and benefit from their strengths.

Coaching and Rmentoring new staff members to support their success.

Identifies strategic Rpositions in the district and has a succession plan for each key position.

. . . and

District policies and Rprocedures result in a highly qualified and diverse staff.

Supports other Rdistrict leaders in the development of effective recruitment and retention strategies.

Builds the capacity of Rprincipals and other district leaders to apply policies and adapt procedures to the unique needs of their buildings or instructional contexts.

. . . and

Makes recruitment, Rhiring, and placement an ongoing process and conscientiously seeks out highly qualified staff in anticipation of specific vacancies.

Makes recruitment Rand retention of highly qualified staff an operational priority in the district.

c. Teacher and Staff Evaluation: The superintendent ensures that staff members are evaluated in a fair and equitable manner with the focus on improving performance and, thus, student achievement.


(Comment Required)

Supports and fully Rimplements the North Carolina Educator Evaluation System to assure that all staff members are evaluated fairly and equitably.

. . . and

Fosters a culture of Rcontinuous growth and development that uses the results of evaluations to improve performance throughout the district.

Supports all staff in Ridentifying professional goals related to improving student learning through the development of a professional growth plan.

Monitors how Reffectively principals and other district leaders apply the North Carolina Educator Evaluation System.

. . . and

Holds principals and Rother district leaders accountable for the full and complete implementation of the North Carolina Educator Evaluation System.

Establishes procedures Rto assure that multiple assessments are used to evaluate staff.

. . . and

Monitors the results Rof staff evaluations and uses the results to develop district-wide professional development plans.

Removes ineffective Rstaff members.



Comments:





Number of teachers with National Board Certification and graduate/ Radvanced level licensure

Teacher; school executive; and staff diversity, recruitment, and Rretention data

Record of professional development provided staff and an Rassessment of the impact of professional development on student learning

Leadership development plan R

Copies of professional growth plans for school executives R

District plan or policy defining the role of teachers in making or Rparticipating in making resource allocation decisions, such as the use of time, budgets, and other resources, to meet the individual needs of each student

District leadership succession plan R

Standard 5: Managerial Leadership–Superintendents ensure that the district has processes and systems in place for budgeting, staffing, problem solving, communicating expectations, and scheduling that organize the work of the district and give priority to student learning and safety. The superintendent must solicit resources (both operating and capital), monitor their use, and assure the inclusion of all stakeholders in decisions about resources so as to meet the 21st century needs of the district.

a. School Resources and Budget: The superintendent establishes budget processes and systems focused on, and resulting in, improved student achievement.


(Comment Required)

Identifies and plans for Rfacility needs.

Manages the district Rbudget and resources according to legal and ethical standards.

Uses district resources Rin ways that are efficient and reflect responsible stewardship of public resources.

Knows and is able to Rapply sound business practices for budgeting and accounting.

Utilizes collaborative Rprocesses to determine financial priorities and establish a balanced operational budget for school programs and activities.

. . . and

Strategically aligns Rresource allocation to support the district’s vision and strategic plan.

Uses value-added Rassessment to improve the relevancy and impact of resource allocation and use.

Ensures that necessary Rresources, including time and personnel, are allocated to achieve the district’s goals for achievement and instruction.

. . . and

Develops the capacity Rof principals and other district leaders to design transparent systems to equitably manage human and financial resources.

Holds principals and Rother district leaders accountable for using resources to meet instructional goals and support teacher needs.

Routinely and Rconscientiously monitors the use of district resources to ensure fairness and equity.

Leverages district Rresources to attain their highest and best use to improve student learning.

. . . and

Effectively Rcommunicates the district’s budget and resource allocation in ways that build the understanding and trust of constituents.

Uses the budgetary Rprocess to assure that effective programs are maintained and less effective programs are eliminated.

Embeds transparency Rinto the processes that create the district’s financial policies and procedures.



b. Conflict Management and Resolution: The superintendent effectively and efficiently manages the complexity of human interactions so that the focus of the district can be on improved student achievement.


(Comment Required)

Demonstrates Rawareness of potential problems and/or areas of conflict within the district.

Understands that Rconflict is a part of shared human endeavor.

Articulates knowledge Rof strategies for constructively engaging conflict.

Models appropriate Rbehavior.

. . . and

Creates processes Rto build consensus, communicate, and resolve conflicts in a fair and democratic way.

Allows others to Rexpress views that are contrary to her or his own views in ways that are professionally appropriate.

. . . and

Discusses with staff Rand implements solutions to address potentially discordant issues.

Develops in principals Rand other staff the capacity to manage conflict.

. . . and

Monitors staff response Rto discussions about solutions to potentially discordant issues to ensure that all interests are heard and respected.

Resolves conflicts to Rensure the best interest of students and the district result.

c. Systematic Communication: The superintendent designs and utilizes various forms of formal and informal communication so that the focus of the school can be on improved student achievement.

Communicates Rnecessary information to relevant district staff members.

Uses a variety of Rmedia to communicate to relevant staff and students.

. . . and

Assures that district Rstaff and stakeholder groups receive and exchange information in a timely manner.

Uses a variety of media Rto communicate with principals and other stakeholder groups.

Develops a system of Rcommunication that contributes to realizing district goals.

. . . and

Uses a variety of media Rto communicate with all members of the community.

Ensures that Rall community stakeholders and educators are aware of district goals for instruction and achievement, activities used to reaching these goals, and progress toward achieving these goals.

Develops the capacity Ramong principals and staff to use a variety of media to communicate with all members of their respective communities.

Holds principals Rand district leaders accountable for implementing the communication system throughout the district that results in a timely and responsible exchange of information.

. . . and

Anticipates the Rinformation needs of the various community stakeholder groups and provides this information in a timely and effective manner.

Institutionalizes Rroutine communication strategies that ensure that all stakeholder groups have the information they need.

Establishes various Radvisory groups to improve external and internal communication.



d. District Expectations for Students and Staff: The superintendent develops and enforces expectations, structures, rules, and procedures for students and staff.


(Comment Required)

Develops the district Rand school safety and crisis plans, community emergency response plan, and the district’s data security plan in collaboration with appropriate local, state, and federal officials.

. . . and

Collaboratively develops and enforces clear expectations, structures, rules and procedures for ensuring:

Effective and efficient Roperations including management, business procedures, and scheduling.

The health and safety Rof students and staff including physical and emotional well-being.

The security of Rall sensitive and confidential data.

. . . and

Systematically monitors Rthe implementation of district rules and procedures.

Implements innovative Rapproaches to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of district operations; improve the health, safety, and emotional well-being of students and staff; and ensure the security of all sensitive and confidential data.

. . . and

Evaluates the impact Rof district rules and procedures on safety, security, and well-being, and uses the results to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of district operations.

Focuses all district Rstaff on the need for a secure and safe working environment.

Creates appropriate Rpartnerships with other community safety and emergency institutions.

Comments:



External reviews and audits (e.g., budget, child nutrition, Rtransportation)

Copies of district procedures and publications (e.g., student Rhandbooks, discipline policies, safety procedures)

Communication of safety procedures and behavioral expectations Rthroughout the school community


District and school safety and crisis plans R

Community emergency response plan R



Standard 6: External Development Leadership–A superintendent, in concert with the local board of education, designs structures and processes that result in broad community engagement with, support for, and ownership of the district vision. Acknowledging that strong schools build strong communities, the superintendent proactively creates, with school and district staff, opportunities for parents, community members, government leaders, and business representatives to participate with their investments of resources, assistance, and good will.

a. Parent and Community Involvement and Outreach: The superintendent designs structures and processes which result in parent and community engagement, support and ownership for the district.


(Comment Required)

Identifies groups and Rpotential partners within the community.

Ensures that all parental Rand community involvement activities honor the cultures and traditions of the local community.

Interacts with parents Rand community groups that have a critical role in developing support for the school district.

. . . and

Builds relationships Rwith individuals and groups to support the district’s learning-teaching agenda and its potential for individual school and school district improvement.

Builds community Runderstanding of what is required to ensure that every public school student graduates from high school globally competitive for work and postsecondary education and prepared for life in the 21st century.

Creates opportunities Rfor both staff involvement in the community and community involvement in the schools.

. . . and

Assumes leadership Rroles in important local organizations (e.g., serving on boards of directors, chairing important committees or task forces, leading new community initiatives).

Actively and effectively Rdevelops community trust in the school district through speaking engagements, town hall meetings, public forums, media outlets, events, and other approaches.

Seeks out and creates Rnew opportunities for meaningful partnerships or collaborative endeavors.

. . . and

Uses relationships Rand partnerships to affect community-wide change that improves both the community and work of the district.

Manages an ever Rbroadening portfolio of partnerships and collaborations that support and help to advance the strategic plan.



b. Federal, State, and District Mandates: The superintendent designs protocols and processes in order to comply with federal, state, and district mandates.


(Comment Required)

Defines, understands, Rand communicates the impact of legal issues affecting public education.

Prepares and Rrecommends district policies in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.

Utilizes legal systems Rto protect the rights of students and staff.

. . . and

Designs protocols Rand processes that ensure compliance with federal, state, and district mandates.

Facilitates the Rimplementation of state education policy.

Prepares and Rrecommends district policies in compliance with local, state, and federal requirements that improve student learning and district performance.

Applies laws, policies, Rand procedures fairly, wisely, and considerately.

Utilizes legal systems Rto improve learning opportunities.

. . . and

Routinely and Rconsistently assesses the progress of district compliance with local, state, and federal mandates and adjusts as necessary.

Guides the Rdevelopment of district goals and initiatives directed at improving student achievement.

Develops in principals Rand other district staff the capacity to comply with local, state, and federal mandates.

Holds principals and Rother staff accountable for compliance with local, state, and federal mandates.

. . . and

Interprets federal, state, Rand district mandates so that they are viewed as opportunities for the district.

Comments:



Minutes from school board meetings R

Survey results from parents and other community leaders R

Business partnerships and projects involving business partners R

Visible support for district goals and priorities from community Rleaders, such as educational foundation activities, civic club scholarships, etc.

Partnership agreements and other documents to support collaborative Reffort for achieving school district goals and priorities

Accounts of school and district accomplishment in various forms of Rpublic media

Newsletters and other public engagement documents designed to Rstrengthen connections to the community

Membership and participation with community organizations R

Community college/university partnerships, collaborative projects, Rand professional development initiatives

Student enrollment data for community college and university Rcourses



Standard 7: Micro-political Leadership–The superintendent promotes the success of learning and teaching by understanding, responding to, and influencing the larger political, social, economic, legal, ethical, and cultural context. From this knowledge, the superintendent works with the board of education to define mutual expectations, policies, and goals to ensure the academic success of all students.

a.Superintendent Micro-political Leadership: The superintendent develops systems and relationships to leverage staff expertise and influence in order to influence the district’s identity, culture, and performance.


(Comment Required)

Defines and Runderstands the internal and external political systems and their impact on the educational organization.

Surveys and Runderstands the political, economic, and social aspects/needs of groups in the community and of the community at large for effective and responsive decision making.

Maintains a positive Rworking relationship with the school board.

. . . and

Provides leadership Rin defining superintendent and board roles and mutual expectations that result in an effective superintendent-board working relationship.

Develops relationships Rwith district and influential community groups that further the district’s goals of positive culture and student performance.

. . . and

Accesses local, state, Rand national political systems to provide input on critical educational issues.

Develops the capacity Rof principals and staff to foster relationships with influential school and school-community groups that further the district’s goals of positive culture and student learning.

Systematically develops Rrelationships with increasing numbers of community groups that result in increasing community involvement in the schools and in enhancing teacher and principal effectiveness.

. . . and

Influences local, state, Rand national political systems on critical educational issues.

Establishes through Rpolicies and procedures a political environment that is inclusive of diverse groups, viewpoints, and interests.

Comments:


Parent, community, and staff survey data R

Teacher, school executive, and staff retention data R

Ability to confront conflict and build consensus R

Shared decision making R

Outreach efforts R

School board policies R

Minutes and reports R

Superintendent’s performance goals R



PRECIS

Agenda Item: Transition of the Magic Johnson Bridgecape Program

Staff Liaison Present: Stacey Wilson-Norman, Ed.D. Phone: (919) 560-3874

Emmett Tilley (919) 560-9190

Kesha Futrell (919) 560-9190

Main Points:

The Graduation Recovery program will open in the fall and will replace the Magic

Johnson Bridgescape Program.

Administration is presenting this item for information.


None

Purpose



Transition of the Magic Johnson Bridgescape Program

Academic and Student Services Work Session August 4, 2016

1

Stacey Wilson-Norman, Ed.D Deputy Superintendent

Emmett Tilley, Principal, PLC

Kesha Futrell Program Director, PLC

Magic Johnson Bridgescape (MJB) program served as the drop recovery solution

Contract with MJB was discontinued as part of the budget reduction process

Administration has collaborated with PLC leadership team on redesign

Program name needs to be updated

Background

• Students who have previously dropped out

• Students who are displaying dropout risk-factors

Target Group

• Four teachers are provided as in the past

• Assistant Principal will provide leadership for the program

Staffing

• Plato will serve as the primary recovery source

• Reviewing appropriate remedial support software

Curriculum

Redesigned Program: Graduation

Recovery

DPLC Graduation Recovery

Holton

Programs

Discussion



PRECIS

Agenda Item: District Accreditation

Staff Liaison Present: Stacey Wilson-Norman, Ed.D. Phone: (919) 560-3874

Melissa Jill Hall, Ed.D. (919) 560-3744

Main Points:

District Accreditation occurs every five years and will involve a series of interviews,

review of documents and end with the presentation of a final report. Durham Public

Schools will engage in a District Accreditation Visit April 23-26.

Preparation for the visit will begin this fall with a set of surveys, document gathering and

a needs assessment.

Administration is presenting this item for information.


None

Purpose



DISTRICT

ACCREDITATION

Stacey Wilson-Norman, Ed.D Deputy Superintendent

Melissa Jill Hall, Ed.D Executive Director,

Professional Development


August 4, 2016

Review Visit: April 23-26

District Accreditation occurs every five

years and is a process for continuous

improvement aligned to a set of standards.

Interviews

School Visits

Review of Documents

Share Findings

Host Press Conference

Standard 1: Purpose & Direction

Vision and Direction of the

District

Shared Values about Teaching

and Learning

Standard 2: Governance &

Leadership

Leadership that supports Student

Performance

System Effectiveness

Standard 3: Teaching &

Assessing for Learning

Curriculum, Instruction and

Assessments Guide Teacher Effectiveness

Student Learning

Occurs Across all Grade Levels

and Subjects

Standard 4: Resources &

Support Systems

Provides Resources and Services in all

Schools

Services and Supports align

with the Direction to

Ensure Success

Standard 5: Using Results

for Continuous Improvement

Uses a comprehensive

Assessment System

Uses the results to

Guide Continuous

Improvement

AdvancEd Standards for Quality

PREPARING FOR OUR

EXTERNAL REVIEW

APRIL 2017

Fall 2016: Preparing for the Review

District and Individual School Self-Assessments

District and Individual School Improvement Plans

District and Individual School Executive Summaries

Assurances

Student Performance Diagnostics

Stakeholder Feedback Diagnostics based on the Stakeholder Feedback Survey (Fall 2016)




PRECIS

Agenda Item: Contract for Professional Nursing Services – Delta-T Group, Inc.

Staff Liaison Present: Kristin Bell, Ed.D. Phone # (919) 560-3774

Deborah Pitman, Ph.D. (919) 560-2554

Main Points:

The contract between the Durham Public Schools Board of Education and Delta-T

Group, Inc. is for the delivery of direct school-based, individualized nursing/health

services from registered nurses (RN) for students whose medical needs necessitate this

level of care.

A request for proposals was posted seeking nursing agencies that could provide such

services.

Durham Public Schools is transitioning from the practice of engaging in individual

contracts (one for each student in need) with different nursing agencies to one sole

provider in order to enhance and streamline services and supports for our students.

The administration submits this contract for discussion and subsequent approval.


This contract in the amount not to exceed $729,000 will be supported through state and

federal Exceptional Children’s Program funds, as well as through Risk Pool (PRC 114)

and Special State Reserve (PRC 063) funds that are allocated by the North Carolina

Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI) following the local education agency (LEA)

application. Special State Reserve funds are approved or denied based on NCDPI

determinations and availability of funds.

Purpose


Reviewed by: Finance __________ Attorney BJ__________

Contract for Professional Nursing Services –

Delta-T Group, Inc.

Dr. Kristin Bell Deborah Pitman, Ph.D. Executive Director Assistant Superintendent Exceptional Children’s Program Specialized Services 1


Delta-T Group, Inc.

• Contract provides for the delivery of direct school-based,

individualized nursing/health services for students whose

medical needs necessitate this level of care.

• A request for proposal was posted seeking nursing agencies to

provide these services.

• Services include: > Direct nursing care but not limited to skilled nursing procedures

for respiratory management, suctioning and tracheotomy

management

> Medication administration and management

> Daily supportive care

> Emergency procedures

> Participation in the educational program within the classroom

and school

> Accompanying and monitoring students at all times during the

school day and on the bus, when assigned.

• Contract in the amount not to exceed $729,000 will be supported

through state and federal Exceptional Children’s Program funds, Risk

Pool (PRC 114), and Special State Reserve (PRC 063) funds as

approved.

Discussion




PRECIS

Agenda Item: Contract for the Delivery of Visually Impaired Instructional Services – Invision

Services, Inc.

Staff Liaison Present: Kristin Bell, Ed.D. Phone # (919) 560-3774

Deborah Pitman, Ph.D. (919) 560-2554

Main Points:

The contract between the Durham Public Schools Board of Education and Invision

Services Inc. is for the delivery of visually impaired instructional services. A request for

proposal was posted seeking quality teachers of the visually impaired (TVI).

Durham Public Schools continues efforts to eliminate the need for contracted personnel

as qualified candidates become available to fill vacancies.

The administration submits this contract for discussion and subsequent approval.


This contract in the amount not to exceed $192,000 will be supported through state and

federal Exceptional Children’s Program funds.

Purpose


Reviewed by: Finance __________ Attorney BJ__________

Contract for the Delivery of Visually Impaired

Instructional Services – Invision Services, Inc.

Dr. Kristin Bell Deborah Pitman, Ph.D. Executive Director Assistant Superintendent Exceptional Children’s Program Specialized Services 1


Invision Services, Inc.

• Contract provides for the delivery of visually

impaired instructional services.

• A request for proposal was posted seeking

Teachers of the Visually Impaired (TVI).

• Services include:

> direct instruction and accommodations for braille and

print reading students,

> consultation with school staff and classroom teachers,

> IEP development and implementation,

> tactile braille production,

> documentation of student progress, and

> evaluations for VI students.

• Contract is supported through state and federal

Exceptional Children’s Program funds in an

amount not to exceed $192,000.

Discussion

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