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Oakland Elementary
School
2014-2015
School Improvement Plan
Name: Oakland Elementary Principal Name: Walter Shields School Year: 2014-2015
Continuous School Improvement Plan page 2 of 30
Title I Schoolwide Plan
2014-2015 School Year
551 Highway 81 West McDonough, Georgia 30253
770.954.1901
Revision Date: 9/10/14
Name: Oakland Elementary Principal Name: Walter Shields School Year: 2014-2015
Continuous School Improvement Plan page 3 of 30
Henry County School System Mission
Committed to Ensuring Success for Each Student
Henry County School System Vision from GOOD ...Ensuring Each Student Meets or Exceeds Grade Level Performance Standards
to GREAT ... Ensuring Each Student Graduates High School Prepared for Further Learning
Henry County School System 2011-2016 Strategic Plan Goals
Focus Area Strategic Goal 1 Strategic Goal 2
Student Achievement Increase the high school graduation rate and improve achievement on indicators
of college and career readiness
Ensure student mastery of Georgia Performance Standards and
increase achievement at advanced levels of proficiency
Culture, Climate and Community Create a safe, orderly and supportive environment for learning and teaching
Strengthen communication and collaboration with employees,
students, parents and the community
Quality Assurance
Build the capacity of teachers, leaders and support personnel to produce continuous
improvement in student, school and district performance
Maximize the impact of district resources upon student
achievement and ensure responsible and transparent stewardship
Henry County Schools Board Members
Dr. Pam Nutt, Chair Mr. Erik Charles, Vice Chair
Mr. Ryan Davis, Board Member Dr. Pam Nutt, Board Member
Mr. Charles Vickery, Board Member Mr. Rodney Bowler, Superintendent
Name: Oakland Elementary Principal Name: Walter Shields School Year: 2014-2015
Continuous School Improvement Plan page 4 of 30
Statement of Quality Assurance
Effective and timely use of data allows systems to make decisions to best utilize those interventions that are having a positive impact on student achievement. To ensure that school improvement stakeholders have a common understanding regarding the development and implementation of the Continuous School Improvement Plan prior to its approval, each party is asked to carefully review this section and the plan in its entirety.
Name: Oakland Elementary Principal Name: Walter Shields School Year: 2014-2015
Continuous School Improvement Plan page 5 of 30
Integration of AdvancED (SACS CASI) and Georgia DOE School Keys The following standards are incorporated and adhered to in this CSIP document
AdvancED (SACS CASI) Accreditation Standards
Vision and Purpose Governance and Leadership
Teaching and Learning Documenting and Using Results Resources and Support Systems
Stakeholder Communications and Relationships Commitment to Continuous Improvement
Georgia School Key Strands
Curriculum Assessment Instruction
Planning and Organization Student, Family and Community
Professional Learning Leadership
School Culture
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 6 of 30
School Improvement Plan Team Members
Name Position/Title
Walter Shields Principal
Philena Johnson Assistant Principal
Marianne Spann Kindergarten Teacher
Amy Roberson 1st Grade Teacher
Melanie Laurence 2nd Grade Teacher
Melinda Gilbert 3rd Grade Teacher
Laticia White 4th Grade Teacher
Tiffany Hunter 5th Grade Teacher
Stacy Marshall Counselor/EIP
Cheryl Kelly Professional Learning Chairperson
Stephanie Hodges Literacy Coach
Gemma Erickson Math Coach
Renee McFarlane Parent
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 7 of 30
School Mission, Vision, and Goals
Vision What is our image of a successful school for our stakeholders?
Guidance: At Oakland Elementary we expect excellence, value diversity, and embrace family and community involvement. We are guided by our motto: O.W.L.S.: Opportunities for Wisdom, Leadership, and Success
Mission How will we make our vision a reality?
Guidance: Oakland Elementary prepares each student for academic and personal success in an ever-changing global community by creating opportunities for every child to excel every day!
Goals What standards guide our mission?
Guidance: We Believe……. -All students can learn and succeed. -All students deserve a level playing field through dedicated teaching of the CCGPS. -All students deserve a safe, orderly, nurturing and risk-free learning environment. -Diversity is valued and celebrated. - All students are deserving of highly qualified professional educators. -It takes all stakeholders to ensure the success of every student.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 8 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Increasing student achievement through the use of instructional technology
Measureable Goal(s): As a result of the increased use of instructional technology in the classroom, at least 60% of students will show gains
on the midyear administration of F&P and IKAN/Gloss and 80% or more will show gains on the end-of-year administration of F&P and
IKAN/Gloss. Students in grades 3-5 will show at least a 3% gain on the EOGs in science, social studies, and math.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Instruction
2,3,4
Assessment
1, 4
Require teachers to use
Accelerated Reader and First
in Math with their students.
Install projectors in all
homeroom classrooms.
Provide grades k-1 with an
Ipad cart of 20 Ipads loaded
with instructional apps
appropriate for reinforcement
in reading and math.
Purchase the web-based
software programs ScootPad,
Brain Pop, and USA TestPrep
and require teachers to
document their use of these
programs in the classroom.
Require teachers to
incorporate the use of
technology in the each of the
4 core areas at least twice a
week in their lesson plans.
Aug ‘14 –
May ‘15
Accelerated
Reader: Purchased
with Title I funds
($3000)
First in Math:
Purchased with
county funds
ScootPad
(3031.60):
Purchased with
Title I funds
Brain Pop
($2095):
Purchased with
Title I funds
USA TestPrep
($2850):
Purchased with
Title I funds
Purchase and
installation of
projectors
($10,559.08):
Purchased with
Title I funds
Triumph Learning
ELA: Purchased
with County funds
Teachers
EIP Teachers
Sp. Ed.
Teachers
Title Teachers
MILT
LILT
TAG Teacher
Administration
Unit and lesson
plans
Math journals
Math Calendars
Related math
literature
Performance
Based Projects
CFA data
Reading journals
Content
interactive
notebooks
Observations
Rubrics and
checklists.
Science Fair
projects
BrainPop
quizzes
Math achievement and
student learning will
increase.
Student journals will
reflect their ability to
summarize new math
concepts.
Student lexile levels will
increase.
Students will
demonstrate increased
science and social
studies knowledge
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 9 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Increasing student achievement through the use of instructional technology
Measureable Goal(s): As a result of the increased use of instructional technology in the classroom, at least 60% of students will show gains
on the midyear administration of F&P and IKAN/Gloss and 80% or more will show gains on the end-of-year administration of F&P and
IKAN/Gloss. Students in grades 3-5 will show at least a 3% gain on the EOGs in science, social studies, and math.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Professional
Learning 1, 3,
6
Provide teachers with
professional learning on the
effective use of instructional
technology in the classroom.
Aug. ’14 -
May ‘15
Accelerated
Reader: Purchased
with Title I funds
($3000)
First in Math:
Purchased with
county funds
ScootPad
(3031.60):
Purchased with
Title I funds
Brain Pop
($2095):
Purchased with
Title I funds
USA TestPrep
($2850):
Purchased with
Title I funds
Purchase and
installation of
projectors
($10,559.08):
Purchased with
Title I funds
Triumph Learning
ELA: Purchased
with County funds
MILT
LILT
TAG Teacher
Administration
Observations
Skill and usage
reports pulled
from software
programs
Student engagement will
increase in content
specific areas.
Student engagement in
technology based
homework activities will
increase in content
specific areas.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 10 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Increasing student achievement through the use of instructional technology
Measureable Goal(s): As a result of the increased use of instructional technology in the classroom, at least 60% of students will show gains
on the midyear administration of F&P and IKAN/Gloss and 80% or more will show gains on the end-of-year administration of F&P and
IKAN/Gloss. Students in grades 3-5 will show at least a 3% gain on the EOGs in science, social studies, and math.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Instructional
Standards
2,3,4
Require students receiving
Tier 4 services in math to
have additional support with
the web-based software
program ALEKS
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
ALEKS
(Funded by
Special
Education)
Teachers
Technology
performance
based
mathematics
tasks and
student work.
CFA data
ALEKS reports
Students will increase
their understanding and
knowledge of
mathematical concepts
through the use of
technology.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 11 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Math
Measureable Goal(s):
For the 2014-2015 School Year
K-3: 80% will meet or exceed the expected growth model on the IKAN/GLoSS (SLO’s)
3-5th Grade: 83% of students will meet or exceed the expectation for “end of the year assessment” (EOG-GA Milestones)
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated Costs
and Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and
Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Curriculum
Planning
1, 2, 3
Math instruction will be
taught based upon the use of
the Georgia Frameworks and
the CCGPS, Number Talks,
NZ Maths Project, 3-Act
Tasks, exemplars, hands-on
activities, and other standards-
based resources.
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
ALEKS
(Funded by
Special
Education)
Teachers
EIP Teachers
Sp. Ed.
Teachers
Title Teachers
MILT
Unit Plans
Manipulatives
Math Journals
Math Calendars
Math Corners
Related Math
Literature
Performance
Based Projects
CFAs/CSAs
Math achievement and
student learning will
increase.
CFA/CSA data
Rubrics and checklists
Student journals will
reflect their ability to
summarize new math
concepts.
Assessment
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
#18 Component of Title 1:
Plan is subject to the school
improvement provisions of
section 111 entitled
academic Assessment and
Local Educational agency
and School Improvement
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
Teachers
Leadership
Team
Administrators
Data
Henry County
Strategic Plan
Agendas
Surveys
Working Continuous
Improvement Plan
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 12 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Math
Measureable Goal(s):
For the 2014-2015 School Year
K-3: 80% will meet or exceed the expected growth model on the IKAN/GLoSS (SLO’s)
3-5th Grade: 83% of students will meet or exceed the expectation for “end of the year assessment” (EOG-GA Milestones)
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated Costs
and Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and
Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Instruction
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,
7
Technology will be used to
effectively enhance the
mathematics curriculum.
#8 Component of Title
1:Coordination and
integration of Federal, state,
and local services and
programs
#14 Component of Title 1:
Plan developed during a one
year period
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
ALEKS
(Sp. Ed.)
First In Math
First In Math
ScootPad
BrainPop
IPads
COW
Carts/Laptops
(each grade
level)
Installed
Projectors/Sma
rt Boards
Teachers
Technology
performance
based
mathematics tasks
and student work.
Data Reports from
Online Programs
Graphs placed
outside of
classrooms to
track FIM class
usage and Top
Players
Students will increase
their understanding and
knowledge of
mathematical concepts
through the use of
technology.
CFA/CSA data
ALEKS reports
First In Math usage will
increase showing an
increase in student skills.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 13 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Math
Measureable Goal(s):
For the 2014-2015 School Year
K-3: 80% will meet or exceed the expected growth model on the IKAN/GLoSS (SLO’s)
3-5th Grade: 83% of students will meet or exceed the expectation for “end of the year assessment” (EOG-GA Milestones)
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated Costs
and Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and
Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Curriculum
Planning
1, 2, 3
Assessment
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Instructional Focus called
Wise Time
Teachers will plan with MILT
biweekly during Wise Time
Planning and weekly during
grade level meetings to
implement Wise Time IF
Students will have the
opportunity to participate in
Saturday School to receive
additional instruction in
mathematics
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
Teachers
($2160)
Title 1 funding
Teachers
MILT
Principal
Leadership
Team
Selected
Teachers
Wise Time
Lesson Plans
Math Journals
Master Schedule
CFAs/CSAs
IKAN/GLOSS
data
POINT data
Bulls Eyes
(GLOSS data
visual)
Pre-Test/Post
Test
Students’ math abilities
will increase.
Students will show
increased achievement on
state assessments.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 14 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Math
Measureable Goal(s):
For the 2014-2015 School Year
K-3: 80% will meet or exceed the expected growth model on the IKAN/GLoSS (SLO’s)
3-5th Grade: 83% of students will meet or exceed the expectation for “end of the year assessment” (EOG-GA Milestones)
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated Costs
and Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and
Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Professional
Learning
2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Teachers that attended the
GCTM conference will share
best practices and new
concepts with the staff.
Engage teachers in best
practices in mathematics
through job embedded
professional learning.
Feb. 15
April ‘15
Oct. ‘14
May ‘15
September
‘14 through
May ‘15
($1,120)
PL funds
Substitutes for
collaborative
planning at
least 2 times
during the
year.
($3,536) Title
1 will cover 2
of these days
MILT
Conference
Attendees
MILT
Administrators
Consultants
Professional
Learning
Receipts
Handouts
Presentation
Notes
Agendas
Teachers will be better able
to differentiate instruction
and be equipped with
additional strategies to teach
mathematics effectively.
Teachers will show
evidence of the
implementation of the best
practices through lesson
plans.
Teachers will facilitate
various activities through
the sharing of best
practices in collaborative
planning meetings.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 15 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Math
Measureable Goal(s):
For the 2014-2015 School Year
K-3: 80% will meet or exceed the expected growth model on the IKAN/GLoSS (SLO’s)
3-5th Grade: 83% of students will meet or exceed the expectation for “end of the year assessment” (EOG-GA Milestones)
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated Costs
and Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies and
Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Assessment
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
#2 Component of Title 1:
School wide reform
strategies that are
scientifically researched
based and provide
opportunities for all
students to exceed on the
standards
Teachers will include
differentiated instruction in
math lessons plans at least
90% of the time.
Teachers will have the time to
share a best practice idea
through monthly collaborative
PL meetings.
September
‘14-‘15
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
Teachers
Teachers
MILT
Administrators
Student work
samples
Teacher
Reflections
IKAN/GLOSS
CFAs/CSAs
Math Workshops
Lesson Plans
Classroom
Instruction
Student
Engagement
Lesson Plans
Teacher
Student Work
Teachers will show evidence
of the differentiated
instruction through lesson
plans
Classroom Observations
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 16 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Writing Across the Curriculum
Measureable Goal(s): All students will increase their achievement in Writing Across the Curriculum. School-wide writing benchmark
assessments will show a minimum 3% growth from the initial writing assessment to the end of year writing assessment. Students will also
show a 3% gain on Georgia Milestones Assessment (EOG) in ELA and Math.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Curriculum
Planning 1, 2,
3
Teachers will plan with LILT
biweekly during WISE time
planning and weekly during
grade level meetings to
implement Writing Across the
Curriculum strategies.
Aug. ‘14 –
May ‘15
Teachers
LILT
Administrators
WISE time
planning notes
Grade level
meeting notes
Teachers shared
understanding of writing
across the curriculum will
increase.
Students’ ability to write in
the content areas (across the
curriculum) will increase.
Leadership 2,
3, 4, 5, 7
Administration will attend
grade levels meetings weekly
and WISE time planning
meetings periodically to
ensure curriculum is planned,
data driven, and implemented
properly.
Aug. ‘14 –
May ‘15
Teachers
LILT
Administrators
WISE time
planning notes
Grade level
meeting notes
Support will be established
to maintain a data-driven,
collaborative school
environment.
Student achievement in
writing across the curriculum
will increase.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 17 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Writing Across the Curriculum
Measureable Goal(s): All students will increase their achievement in Writing Across the Curriculum. School-wide writing benchmark
assessments will show a minimum 3% growth from the initial writing assessment to the end of year writing assessment. Students will also
show a 3% gain on Georgia Milestones Assessment (EOG) in ELA and Math.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Instruction 1,
2, 3, 4, 9
Students will engage in more
non-fiction writing and
writing from nonfiction
sources.
Teachers will implement
Writing Across Curriculum
Block in daily schedule.
Teachers will implement the
Writing Process with fidelity
integrating
science/math/social studies
content and incorporating
differentiated strategies and
interventions to address the
needs of all learners.
Teachers will incorporate
technology in the Writing
Across the Curriculum block
to enhance students’
understanding of this skill.
Aug. ‘14 –
May ‘15
Nonfiction texts
Explorer E-
Books (already
purchased by
Henry Co office
of ELA)
IPads (already
purchased)
Classroom
computers,
projectors, and
document
cameras (already
installed)
Teachers
LILT
Media
Specialists
Student work
samples
Journals
Portfolios
Writing
benchmark
assessments
Master schedule
Classroom writing
assessment scores will
improve.
Writing benchmark
assessments will show
growth.
Teachers will be better able
to differentiate writing
instruction for students.
Students will produce
writing samples that have
been enhanced through the
use of technology.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 18 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Writing Across the Curriculum
Measureable Goal(s): All students will increase their achievement in Writing Across the Curriculum. School-wide writing benchmark
assessments will show a minimum 3% growth from the initial writing assessment to the end of year writing assessment. Students will also
show a 3% gain on Georgia Milestones Assessment (EOG) in ELA and Math.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Instruction 5,
6, 8,
Teachers will provide
students with effective
feedback on their writing
using the language of the
standard during writing
conferences.
Students, with teacher
guidance, will establish
writing learning targets
aligned with grade level
expectations.
Teachers will help students
increase lexile levels and
reading comprehension
through the use of AR and
ScootPad to facilitate
higher order thinking and
writing capabilities.
Aug. ‘14 –
May ‘15
Writing
journals/folders
Accelerated
Reader (already
purchased)
ScootPad
(already
purchased)
Teachers
Students
LILT
Rubrics/
Checklists
Conferencing
logs
Peer evaluations
Self-evaluations
AR point goal
Data from
ScootPad
software
Data Bullseye
Exemplary writing with
feedback in the language
of the standard will be
displayed throughout the
building and in
classrooms.
Students will reach 9week
AR goals
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 19 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Writing Across the Curriculum
Measureable Goal(s): All students will increase their achievement in Writing Across the Curriculum. School-wide writing benchmark
assessments will show a minimum 3% growth from the initial writing assessment to the end of year writing assessment. Students will also
show a 3% gain on Georgia Milestones Assessment (EOG) in ELA and Math.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Assessment
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Students will engage in
writing assessments both at
the classroom and school-
wide level.
Teachers will provide
students with effective
feedback on their writing
using the language of the
standard during writing
conferences.
Aug. ’14 –
May ‘15
Henry County
Office of ELA
Resources
(mock writing
prompts,
writing rubrics,
writing pacing
guides)
LILT
Literacy Focus
Team
Members
Teachers
Portfolios
Writing
benchmark
assessments
Rubrics/
Checklists
Conferencing
logs
Classroom writing
assessment scores will
improve.
Writing benchmark
assessments will show
growth.
Professional
Learning 1,
2, 3, 4, 6
Professional learning will
be provided by LILT and
ELA Coordinator based on
staff and student needs.
Aug. ’14 –
May ‘15
Professional
Learning
materials
provided by
LILT and ELA
Coordinator
LILT
ELA
Coordinator
Professional
Learning
Chair
Handouts and
notes from
presentations
Teachers will have a better
understanding of
instructional strategies for
writing across the
curriculum.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 20 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Science
Measureable Goal(s): Grades 3 -5 will increase their EOG scores by a minimum of 3% in Science and Grades K-2, 80% will meet the
expectation on the unit posttest.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Instruction
1, 2, 3, 7
Teachers will increase
achievement in science
through hands-on science
experiments, classroom
activities, and helping
students build content
vocabulary through the
process of inquiry.
Science will be integrated into
ELA to increase student
exposure to nonfiction text.
Technology will be used to
enhance science instruction
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
Adding a SILT
GA
Frameworks
Unit
Integrated
Technology
Leveled
Readers
DVDS
Brainpop
USA Test prep
ScootPad
OAS
Time For Kids
Textbooks as a
resource/e-
books
Science Kits
Teachers
Title 1 SILT
Administrators
Title 1 Tutors
Word Wall
Writing Across
the Curriculum
Response to
Science Literature
blogs
Notebooks
CFA’s
Science fair
projects
Student work will be
displayed on bulletin
boards for being
exemplary.
Reading comprehension
and content vocabulary
will increase.
EOG
CFA’s
Teachers will show
evidence of the
differentiated instruction
through lesson plans.
Teachers will facilitate
various activities through
the sharing of best
practices in collaborative
planning meetings.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 21 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Science
Measureable Goal(s): Grades 3 -5 will increase their EOG scores by a minimum of 3% in Science and Grades K-2, 80% will meet the
expectation on the unit posttest.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Curriculum
Planning 1, 2, 3
Collaborative planning
meetings will focus on
identified areas of need as
identified by teachers through
their self-assessments.
Collaborative (PLCs)
planning will be an integral
part of daily instruction
Teachers will work in vertical
teams to promote professional
growth which will enhance
student achievement.
Teachers will engage in
professional learning to
positively impact student
achievement.
Aug. ‘14
May ‘15
Substitutes for
collaborative
planning at
least 2 times
during the
year.
Title 1 will
cover 2 of
these days.
Grade Level
Collaboration
Administrators
MILT
LILT
SILT
Grade Chairs
Leadership
Team
Teachers
Grade Level
Minutes
Lesson Plans
Sign-In sheets
Faculty Meeting
Agendas
Instruction for students
will be improved.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 22 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Science
Measureable Goal(s): Grades 3 -5 will increase their EOG scores by a minimum of 3% in Science and Grades K-2, 80% will meet the
expectation on the unit posttest.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Professional
Learning
1,2,3,4, 5, 6
Science professional learning
that focuses on effective
instructional strategies will be
provided a minimum of three
times throughout the year in
order to improve student
achievement.
Aug ‘14 -
May ‘15
Griffin-Resa
professional
Learning and
on-site training
Vertical
Teaming
Grade Level
Chairs
SILT
Teachers
Administrators
Minutes
Agendas
POINT data
Lessons will become more
engaging.
Lesson plans will become
seamless.
Students will be better
prepared for the next grade
level.
Teachers can articulate
areas of student need
based upon the data.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 23 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Attendance
Measureable Goal(s): By the Spring of 2015, the percent of students absent: 16 or more days will decrease from 10% to 5%.
11-15 days will decrease from 16% to 11%.
6-10 days will decrease from 25% to 20%.
1-5 days will decrease from 54% to 49%.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
School
Culture 2, 4
Instruction 6
Monitor the attendance of
students who missed 10 or
more days based on data from
2013-2014
Celebrate weekly when the
above mentioned students
remain stable
Weekly and monthly reports
will be generated to monitor
daily attendance
Celebrate every 4 ½ weeks
with the class on each grade
level that highest percentage
of students present
Display the names of students
on the NBA board (Never
Been Absent) who has perfect
attendance for each grading
period
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
$350 for
attendance
incentives
Counselor
MTSS
Facilitator
Attendance
Clerk
IC data reports Improvement of student
grades
Improved state
assessment scores
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 24 of 30
Focus Area: Student Achievement: Attendance
Measureable Goal(s): By the Spring of 2015, the percent of students absent: 16 or more days will decrease from 10% to 5%.
11-15 days will decrease from 16% to 11%.
6-10 days will decrease from 25% to 20%.
1-5 days will decrease from 54% to 49%.
School Keys
Strands and
Standards
Actions, Strategies, and
Interventions
Timeline
Estimated
Costs and
Funding
Sources, and
Resources
Person(s)
Responsible
Evaluation of Implementation of Strategies
and Impact on Student Learning
Artifacts Evidence
Teachers will call the parent
of any student who misses 3
days of school to inquire
about reasons impacting
attendance
Attendance clerk will mail
letters home to parents when
students miss 4 days
Attendance clerk will mail
letter number 2 home to
parents when student has
missed 5 days
Counselor will contact parent
to sign an attendance contract
upon 8 absences
Counselor will refer student to
the Social Worker when child
has missed 10 days of school
Aug. ‘14 -
May ‘15
Counselor
MTSS
Facilitator
Attendance
Clerk
IC
IC
IC
IC
IC
Teacher contact logs
Attendance Letter
Attendance Letter 2
Signed Attendance
Contract
Truancy meeting
minutes
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 25 of 30
TITLE I PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT POLICY OAKLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2014 - 2015 Revised September 10, 2014
School Policy for Shared Student Achievement
What is it? This is a policy that describes how Oakland Elementary will provide opportunities to improve parent engagement
to support student learning. Oakland Elementary values the contributions and involvement of parents in order to establish an
equal partnership for the common goal of improving student achievement. This policy describes the different ways that
Oakland Elementary will support parent engagement and how parents can help plan and participate in activities and events to
promote student learning at school and at home.
How is it developed? Oakland Elementary School welcomes parent input and comments at any time regarding the policy. All
parent feedback will be used to revise the policy for next year. The policy is posted on our school website for parents to view
and post feedback throughout the year. We also distribute an annual survey to ask parents for their suggestions on the policy
and the use of funds for parent involvement. Parents can also give feedback during our annual Title I Parent Meeting and the
Parent Leadership Team meeting to revise the policy for the upcoming school year.
Who is it for? All students and their families are encouraged and invited to fully participate in the opportunities described in
this policy. Oakland Elementary will provide full opportunity for the participation of parents with limited English, parents with
disabilities and parents of migratory children.
Where is it available? At the beginning of the year, once the Policy is accepted, it will be distributed to all students. Parents
can also retrieve a copy of the policy in the Parent Resource Center.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 26 of 30
What is Title I?
Oakland Elementary is identified as a Title I school as part of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (ESEA). Title
I is designed to support State and local school reform efforts tied to challenging State academic standards in order to
reinforce and enhance efforts to improve teaching and learning for students. Title I programs must be based on effective
means of improving student achievement and include strategies to support parental involvement. All Title I schools must
jointly develop with all parents a written parental involvement policy.
2014 - 2015 School Goals
For the School Year 2014 - 2015:
ELA Academic Goals:
o ELA-K-5th: 80% of students will meet or exceed the expected growth model on the Fountas and Pinnell (SLOs).
o 3rd – 5th: 90% of students will meet or exceed the expectation on the Georgia Milestones Assessment (EOG) in Spring
2015.
Math Academic Goals:
o K-3: 80% will meet or exceed the expected growth model on the IKAN/GLoSS (SLO’s)
o 3-5th Grade: 83% of students will meet or exceed the expectation on the Georgia Milestones Assessment (EOG) in
Spring 2015.
Science Academic Goals
o 3-5th Grade: 75% of students will meet or exceed the expectation on the Georgia Milestones Assessment (EOG) in
Spring 2015.
School-Parent Compacts
As part of this policy, Oakland Elementary and our families will develop a school-parent compact, which is an agreement that
parents, teachers, and students will develop together that explains how parents and teachers will work together to make sure
all our students reach grade-level standards. The compacts will be reviewed and updated annually based on feedback from
parents, students and teachers during our Title I Parent Meeting and the Parent Leadership Team planning. The school-parent
compacts are kept with each child’s teacher, if parents need a copy.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 27 of 30
Let’s Get Together!
Oakland Elementary will host the following events to build the capacity for strong parental involvement to support
a partnership among the school, parents, and the community to improve student academic achievement.
Annual Title I Parent Meeting – August 26, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.
We invite you to an evening of learning and sharing about our Title I program including our parent involvement policy,
the Title 1 budget, the school-parent compacts and the parents’ requirements. Invitations will be sent via students,
posted on the marquee, posted on the website, in the school newsletter and reminder phone calls, emails and texts.
PTO/Parent Workshop - Workshop – September 23, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.
Learn about academic and classroom expectations for the year and how to help your child with homework.
PTO/ Parent Workshop Reading Night – October 14, 2014
Families that read together…succeed together. Join us for a fun evening of reading and succeeding.
Parent Workshop Bullying – September 18, 2014 Time TBA (AM Session)
Learn about bullying and how to keep your child safe
Student Led Conferences (OWLS Conferences) – September 22nd – October 2nd
Scheduled updates on your child’s progress
PTO/ Parent Workshop Math Night – November 11, 2014
Learn how to make math fun at home with your children.
PTO/Parent Workshop Social Studies - Family Multicultural Night – January 13, 2015
Celebrating Diversity and gaining knowledge of the many cultures that make up OKE. Students will learn about different
countries through social studies activities.
Student Led Conferences (OWLS Conferences) – February 2nd – 12th
Scheduled updates on your child’s progress
PTO/Parent Workshop Georgia Milestones (EOG) Test Prep – February 10, 2015
Learn where to go for resources and practice for the Georgia Milestones Assessment.
PTO/Parent Workshop Science Night – March 10, 2015
Explore science with your children at the OKE Science Fair.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 28 of 30
Parental Involvement
Oakland Elementary believes that parent involvement means the participation of parents in regular two-way, and meaningful
communication involving student academic learning and other school activities, including ensuring –
That parents play an integral role in assisting their child’s learning;
That parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child’s education at school;
That parents are full partners in their child’s education and are included, as appropriate, in decision-making and on
advisory committees to assist in the education of their child;
The carrying out of other activities as described in this plan.
Oakland Elementary is Branching Out!
Oakland Elementary will take the following measures to promote and support parents as an important foundation
of the school in order to strengthen the school and reach our school goals. We will –
Ensure that all information related to school and parent programs, meetings, and other activities is published in
both English and Spanish, and posted on the school website and included in the monthly school newsletter for
all parents.
Teachers use REMIND to send communications to parents
Conduct staff development on parent involvement practices and effective strategies for staff to communicate
and build partnerships with parents.
Partner with Head Start and Early Reading programs to share school information about parent engagement
activities that will help prepare parents and their child for kindergarten and improve school transition.
Share information in English and Spanish on the school website and in the school newsletter for parents to
understand the school’s academic standards and assessments as well as the ways parents can monitor their
child’s progress and work with educators.
Communicate with all families and the community on a regular basis regarding school wide events and
activities, such as phone messages, social media, and flyers.
Work with our parents to develop relevant trainings and helpful presentations to educate our staff on the
importance of parental involvement.
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 29 of 30
Provide necessary materials for parents at conferences, meetings, and activities to help parents work with their
child to improve their child’s achievement.
Collaborate with community leaders and business groups to increase participation and awareness of the school
parental involvement plan and activities.
Listen and respond to parents’ requests for additional support for parental involvement activities.
Parent Involvement Standards
Oakland Elementary and our parents have adopted the National PTA Standards for Family-School Partnerships
as the school’s model in engaging parents, students, and the community. These standards are –
1. Welcoming All Families
2. Communicating Effectively
3. Supporting Student Success
4. Speaking Up for Every Child
5. Sharing Power
6. Collaborating with Community
Parent Leadership Team (School/Community Council)
Oakland Elementary invites all parents to join the School Community Team to share ideas and ways to involve other parents
to build partnerships with school, families, and the community. The team will meet at least twice during the school year, but
parents can also submit their ideas or suggestions during all activities and meetings as well as through our parent surveys and
website. If you would like to learn more about the School Community Team, please contact our Parent Liaison, April Worley at
(770)) 954-1901 or [email protected]
Georgia Department of Education
Title I Schoolwide/School Improvement Plan
Dr. John D. Barge, State School Superintendent
May 2012 ● Page 30 of 30
Parent Leadership Team (School/Community Council)
□ Yes, I am interested in joining the Parent Leadership Team
□ Yes, please contact me so I can learn more about the Parent Leadership Team.
□ Yes, this sounds like a great idea, please keep me posted about future meetings
Name: ____________________________________________________________
Child’s Name and Grade: ________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________________________________
Email address: ____________________________________________________
Share Your Thoughts
We want to hear from you. If you have any suggestions or if there is any part of this plan that you feel is not satisfactory with
the students’ and the school’s goals for academic achievement, please provide us with your comments in the space provided
and leave this form in the Main Office:
Name: (optional) _______________________________________________________________________________
Telephone Number: (optional) _________________________________________________________________
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Oakland Elementary is committed to helping our parents attend the parental activities listed in this plan. Please call
or email us if you need assistance with childcare or transportation in order to participate in our programs.
(770) 954-1901