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COULEE MONTESSORI Elementary Children’s House E-1 & E-2 SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015

District Mission (E1): Students will discover their talents and abilities and will be prepared to pursue their dreams and aspirations while contributing effectively to their local, national, and global communities.

Leadership: Administrative Staff = Laura Huber, PRINCIPAL Kathy Sierp , Administrative Assistant Annika Haskin , Administrative Assistant Key Committees = School Leadership Team, SET Team, TAPS, PBIS

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:15 AM-2:55 PM Surround Care: 2:55-6:00 PM, M-F Co-Ex Activities (Co-curricular Activities: Knitting Club, Orchestra, Boys and Girls Club)

Staff: Certified Staff = 7.5 FTE Meets SAGE requirements Gr. # Sect. PreK/K 2 1/2/3 4 4/5 1.5

School Information Source: Wisconsin Information System for Education (WISEdash) Grades K4-8 Enrollment 157

Race/Ethnicity American Indian or Alaska Native 1.3% Asian or Pacific Islander 3.2% Black not Hispanic 0.6% Hispanic 3.2% White not Hispanic 83.4%

Student Groups Students with Disabilities 7.6% Economically Disadvantaged 50.0% Limited English Proficient 0.0% Additional data available at: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp

School Programs -High Performance Learning -Collaboration with UW/L and Viterbo -Park and Recreation Programming -Learning Disabled and Speech Language -Unique Montessori Materials -Montessori Multi-age Programming -Emotional & Behavioral Disabilities

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of:

Love and Logic Emphasis-helping students to be good decision makers

ROFAH-Early Intervention Program

SAGE-Student Achievement Guarantee in Education

Active, Supportive SET Team,

Battle of the Books

After School Program

Matt Hessel-Mial writing contest awards

Positive School Climate, Environmental Awareness Geography Bees, Battle of the Books District Awards Vocabulary showdown

Poetry accepted in the Creative Communication Poetry contest

HIGH ACADEMIC STANDARDS: E2:-Students will demonstrate a high level of individual success in all required and elective academic/curricular areas using multiple measures of performance.

For more statistics: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp

Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators

Holistic Assessment used as performance indicators Annual reviews of reading & writing and math assessment data District writing assessments once each semester AIMS web assessments in reading and math – three times per year Developmental reading assessments (DRA) in fall and spring

WKCE Item Analysis PALS testing in Kindergarten & First Grade – twice per year Curriculum based common assessments AIMS web assessments in reading and math

Academics Outside School Day Co-Curricular Activities, Park & Rec., Boys and Girls Club, Knitting Club, After School Tutoring

Coulee Montessori– Evidence of Success 2006-2007

Goals: 1. All students will perform at or

above grade level in math and reading as measured by the PALS and Aims Web.

2. Refine common assessments of Montessori curriculum to be used across the school.

3. Improve social and emotional skills throughout the school

Professional Development: -E1 and E2 training in Minnesota -North American Montessori Center online training -State & national training conferences -Montessori conferences -PBIS training -RTI and PLC training

Family, School, and Community Partnerships: -CM School Effectiveness Team -UWL, Viterbo & WWTC -August Open House -Excellent attendance at Pupil Progress Conferences -Park and Rec Programming -YMCA Surround Care -Evening Family Events: School Picnic, Educational Programming -La Crosse Fire Department -UW-L and Viterbo student teachers

STANDARDS OF THE HEART – caring, success, potential

E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing citizens in a diverse world. E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective and responsible life choices. Core Values/Citizenship Education -Responsive Classroom -Family Nights -Safety patrol -Love and Logic Skills -Student Social Skills—Montessori grace and courtesy lessons -Bullying Prevention -Wellness Awareness (Staff & Student) Guidance/Pupil Services -Guidance Counselors visit classrooms regularly -Speech and Language Services -LD -Individual/small group focused lessons on social and emotional skills -Developmental Guidance lessons -TAPS Team Community Involvement/Volunteer Work -Safety Patrol -UWL, Viterbo & WWTC -Parent volunteers -Pump House Art Exhibit -North Branch Library Youth Art Month Exhibit Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts -School Wide: Social Skills, School, Song, Awards -Battle of the Books -Vocabulary Showdown and Geography Bee -Fire Prevention Program - Orchestra -Environmental education activities at Perrot Park and Myrick Parks -Morning Announcements -“Winterfest” courses and activities -Buddy classrooms -School Wide and community art Show -Talent Show Clubs, Co-Ex Activities -Park & Recreation Activities -Boys and Girls Club -Orchestra -Knitting Club

EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROFILE October 2015


Leadership: Administrative Staff - Lynda Gruber-Suskey, Principal Carolyn Smith, Administrative Assistant Key Committees: Benchmark Data Team Data Retreat Team PLC (Professional Learning Communities), PTO (Parent Teacher Organization), PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Supports), SITE Team SMT (Student Management Team)

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:10 PM Before-School Hours: 6:30-8:00 AM

Breakfast Surround Care Academic Support

After-School Hours: 3:10-9:00 PM Co-curricular activities Academic Support Family Activities Surround Care

Staff: Certified Staff = 30 Teacher Assistants = 5 Class size with SAGE = 18 Class size without SAGE = 27 Grade - Number of Sections Preschool - 2 K – 4 3 - 4 1 – 4 4 - 2 2 – 4 5 - 2 Grades K through 3 Meets SAGE Requirements


Race/Ethnicity American Indian or Alaska Native 1.9% Asian or Pacific Islander 7.2% Black not Hispanic 3.6% Hispanic 1.7% White not Hispanic 76.4% Two or More 9.2%


Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things we’re most proud of:

100% Highly Qualified Staff Academic Excellence on District & State Assessments Extensive Opportunities for All Learners including HPL (High

Performance Learner) & Intervention Programs Active Community Volunteers & PTO (Parent Teacher Organization) Smart Boards in every 3rd-5th Grade Classroom UW-L Professional Development Partnership



Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators EX: Products, performances, grades, school assessment data, etc.

Exceeds Expectations on State School Report Card District Writing, Reading & Math Assessments Award-Winning Students Enrichment Programs

Academics Outside the School Day

Brain Teasers Fitness Club After-School Reading & Math Tutoring by Staff and College Volunteers Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader

School Program: We have a creative and dynamic Regular and Special Education Staff at Emerson, dedicated to assuring that each child reaches his or her potential. Additional learning opportunities are enhanced by our close proximity to UW-La Crosse, ECOPARK, Viterbo University and the La Crosse Public Library.

Emerson Elementary School – Page 2

Goals: 1) 75% of the FAY students (grades 3-5) will have a median Student Growth Percentile of 35% or higher as measured on the STAR Reading assessment based on Fall 2015 to Spring 2016.

2) 75% of the FAY students (grades 1-5) will have a median Student Growth Percentile of 35% or higher as measured on the STAR Math assessment based on Fall 2015 to Spring 2016.

Professional Development: Continuing Education for Staff Leadership Team Brain Gym Me Moves Departmental Meetings & District Topics Summer Institute Summer District Data Retreat State/National Standards (focus on Math/Reading) New Teacher Mentorship Environmental Education Differentiation of instruction for students Local, State & National Conferences & Workshops Responsive Classroom, Behavior Management Technology Integration PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Supports) Writing Rubrics Instructional Coaching Professional Development School (with UW-L)

Family, School, and Community Partnerships: HPL Parent Group PTO Open House & Family Picnic 1st Grade Muffins for Mom/Donuts for Dad 2nd Grade Books for Breakfast 4th & 5th Grade Cooking with Chef Chris of Piggy’s 5th Grade Wax Museum Viterbo Dietetic Program Staff Volunteer Mentor Program Farm-2-School Events Writing Contests University Tutoring Surround Care La Crosse Park and Recreation Clinical & Student Teachers Junior Achievement Read-a-thon Spring Fling/Ice Cream Social/Young Author Event Food Pantry & Clothes Closet DARE/GREAT programs Active Core of School Volunteers Parent/Teacher Conferences Grade Level Music performances Read Across America School & Community Art Displays Big Brothers/Big Sisters Community Thanksgiving Dinner Literacy Night RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) Curriculum-Based Field Trips “Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader (RSVP) Dog Read Program

Standards of the Heart – caring, success, potential E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing citizens in a diverse world. E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective and responsible life choices.

Core Values/Citizenship Education PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention Supports) Responsive Classroom Developmental Guidance DARE & GREAT programs Prevention activities Classroom emphasis on Core Values Classroom Buddies Kindergarten Helpers “Custodian in Training” Mentor Program

Pupil Services Social Worker guides individuals, small groups, large

groups/classrooms and families Social Work, Speech, SLD (Specific Learning

Disabilities), OT (Occupational Therapy), School Psychologist, School Nurse, PT (Physical Therapy), Specially Designed Physical Education

SMT (Student Management Team) Parent Teacher Conferences

Community Involvement/Volunteers Jump Rope for Heart Safety Patrol Crowley Park Partnerships with Staff, Students, Families,

the City of La Crosse and Community Members Donations to Non-Profit Organizations Children make cards for the Thanksgiving Community

Dinner

Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts All-School Field Day PBIS Incentive & Recognition Assemblies Oktoberfest Royal Family Guest Story Teller Student Instrumental & Vocal Music Programs Fire Prevention Program Musical Presentations Public Library presentation Authors 5th Grade “Movin’ Up Assembly” Art Shows Multi-Cultural Awareness & Experiences Ecology Presentations Presentations given by students from other schools in the

district Field Trips to Local Theatres (sponsored in part by

Emerson’s PTO)

Clubs, Co-Ex Activities Kids on the Couch Reading Club First grade helpers Kindergarten Helpers Strings program Battle of the Books 5th Grade Safety Patrol Fitness Club

Hamilton Elementary PreK-4 SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015

District Mission (E1): Students will discover their talents and abilities and will be prepared to pursue their dreams and aspirations while contributing effectively to their local, national and global communities.

Leadership: Administrative Staff = Steve Michaels, PRINCIPAL Sue Czeczok, SECRETARY Key Committees = Research & Development, PBIS, District Leadership Team, Elementary Principals, Site Plan, Emergency Response Team, Curriculum Council, Mental Health Partnership

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:15 – 2:55 After-School Hours: 2:55 – 6:00 p.m., (Co-curricular activities, After School Program, Boys and Girls Club, Y Surround care) Intersession programming

Staff: Certified Staff = 15 Teacher Asst. = 6 Class size w/SAGE = 14.80 Gr. # Sect. PreK 2 (Also 2 Early Childhood sections) K 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4/5 2



Student Groups Students with Disabilities 24.4% Economically Disadvantaged 74.0% Limited English Proficient 12.6% Additional data available at: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/ portalHome.jsp

School Programs: SAGE, Pre-School (4- Year Olds), Early Childhood, English Language Learners, Speech and Language, Learning Disabilities, Title 1, Guidance, 21st Century Learning Community, Co-Curricular programs

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of: Monthly Family Nights – Fine Arts, Skills (cooking), Math, Literacy Boys and Girls Club, Y Surround Care Artist-in-Residence Programs – Storytelling, Visual Arts, Dance 45-15 Calendar! Intersession programming in enrichment and intervention! Mental Health partnership with Gundersen University Collaborations-Student Teachers, Service Learning, Tutors, etc. Community Partners: Gundersen, Viterbo, FSPA, Community Foundation, LPEF, Hunger Task Force, Parenting Place, County, businesses, more!


Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators EX: Products, performances, grades, school assessment data, etc. Developmental Reading Assessments District reading, writing assessments Diagnostic reading assessments with Title teacher STAR, PALS Reading and Math flexible grouping

Academics Outside School Day After School Program; Boys and Girls Club on-site; Y Surround Care Lego League, Tumbling, Dance, Drumming Clubs After School Academy Reading/Math Program

Hamilton Elementary PreK-4 Evidence of Success – Page 2

Goals: 1. Improve reading scores as measured

by STAR (60 % of students will attain an SGP of 40) via improved use of I/E time and PLC’s.

2. Improve math scores as measured by STAR (60 % of students will attain an SGP of 40) via improved use of I/E time and PLC’s.

3. Engage support for students in crisis (>5 suspensions per month) and see office referrals for such students with chronic behavior problems drop to 5 per month or fewer.

Family, School, and Community Partnerships: - La Crosse Public Education Foundation - Boys & Girls Club - UW – La Crosse - Viterbo University - WTC - Head Start - Gundersen Health System - PTO - Food Pantry - 21st Century Grant - Southside Community Center - La Crosse Park and Recreation - Retired Senior Volunteer Program - Salzer Square - Parent/Family Nights - Big Brothers/Big Sisters - La Crosse Public Library - Wisconsin Nutrition Education Program - Parenting Place - Poage-Powell-Hamilton Neighborhood Assoc. - Grow La Crosse

Intervention Programs: Each grade level with designated I/E time. After School Academy (after school intervention) Reteaching of PBIS expectations…school-wide and individual Check-In-Check-Out Core Values/Citizenship Education - Part of morning meetings/Responsive Classroom - Part of PBIS program - Part of Guidance Program - Giving in 2015 - Monthly focus on various ethnic/cultural groups that make up our school (Hispanic, Disabled, Native American, African American, Women, Hmong) Guidance/Pupil Services - Part time social worker - Learning Disabilities Teacher - Mental health liaison partnership - Counseling at school for many students via district-approved providers - Mindfulness training this year for staff and students Community Involvement/Volunteer Work - School Garden - Cultural conversations on daily basis (different focus each month) - Partnership with Gundersen - Partnership with Viterbo Service Learning - Salzer Square intergenerational work - Partnership with Parenting Place - FSPA Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts

- Fire Department Program - PBIS kick off and celebrations - Buddy Classrooms - Dr. Seuss Read Along - Walking Wednesdays - Family Nights:

- Open House - Gundersen Nights - Hans Mayer Sing Along - Cooking nights - Artist in residence nights - Bike Rodeo - Family Dances

Clubs, Co-Ex Activities

- Boys’ & Girls’ Club Activities - Tumbling Club - Drumming Club - Dance Club - Y Surround Care

Professional Development: - STAR training - A.L.I.C.E. TRAINING - PBIS workshops (Tier 2) - Artist Residencies - Mindfulness Training

HINTGEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015


Leadership: Administrative Staff = Mark J. White, PRINCIPAL Mary Blaha DeBoer/ Geri Patschull, Admin. Assts. Key Committee = Professional Learning Community Leadership Team

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:05 AM – 2:35 PM

After-School Hours: 2:45 – 4:00 PM for tutoring and CoEx Clubs, Surround Care 2:45-6:00 PM, Scouts and other community groups meet until 8:00 PM Summer School Options: Reading/Math, Kindercapers, Preschool Pals, enrichment Staff: Certified Staff = 32 Teacher Asst. = 6.5 Gr. # Sect. Gr. # Sect. PreK 2 3 4 K 3 4 2 1 4 5 2 2 3 Meets SAGE requirements



Student Groups Students with Disabilities 14,8% Economically Disadvantaged 58% Limited English Proficient 5.3% Additional data available at: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp

School Programs: SAGE, Early Reading Intervention, 4 Year Old Preschool, ELL, Title 1, Learning Disabilities, Speech and Language, High Performance Learning, Co Ex Clubs, Surround Care, Anti-bullying program, 5th grade Leadership, Guidance/Social Work, EBD

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of: Emphasis on success for each student through flexible RTI efforts High functioning staff Professional Learning Communities Reading Intervention Program for gr. 1 readers to provide early success Pilot site for two technology based universal instruction programs 5th gr. school leadership program through daily responsibilities at Hintgen


For more statistics: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators

Standards Based Report Card STAR Math formative assessment three times per year in grades 1-5 Math Fact online programs used to track student progress Title 1 assessments PreK, Kindergarten, First and Second Grade PALS assessments STAR Reading formative assessment three times per year in grades 3-5 ELL Assessments District Writing Assessments each semester

Academics Outside School Day

Student access to online resources at home Co Ex Clubs including Tech Club, Art Club, etc. Battle of the Books Geography Bee Vocabulary Showdown

Hintgen Elementary School Evidence of Success – Page 2

Goals for 2015-16: 1. Demonstrate median Student Growth

Percentile of 45 on Fall15 to Spring 16 STAR assessments in Reading and Math at grade levels tested

2. Implement PBIS Tier 2 interventions 3. Maintain high functioning PLC’s at each grade

level. 4. Increase interventions efforts and

opportunities for students at all grade levels. 5. Reduce number of Office Discipline Referrals

by 25% from Fall 15 to Spring 16

Professional Development: Professional Development for the 15-16 school year will include staff understanding, implementation and use of the new STAR assessments in Reading and Math. Time will be spent analyzing results and determining which reports are most helpful for the building to keep track of student progress. In addition, grades 3-5 be implementing Achieve 3000 as a pilot to provide more structure in Reading/Language Arts which will require extensive professional development for successful implementation.

Family, School, and Community Partnerships: Active PTO – Active parent volunteers Back to School Night for parents/students RSVP + Foster Grandparent program Parent Resource Center in LMC and hallway Student work demonstrations The World We Live In reading program Title 1 Family Nights Junior Achievement DARE UW-La Crosse and Viterbo Clinical and Student Teacher programs YMCA Surround Care program Boy and Girl Scouts LMC Community volunteers La Crosse Public Library visits Student tutors from community groups UW-Extension Nutrition Education Program Parents as Reading Partners program Little Free Library


E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing citizens in a diverse world. E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective and responsible life choices. Core Values/Citizenship Education Responsive Classroom and Open Classroom meetings Morning Meetings and announcements Student Council building wide efforts PBIS school wide program 5th grade leadership program through daily job responsibilities Guidance/Pupil Services Developmental Guidance classes Small group meetings, noon hour meetings, etc. Social Work, Speech, LD, OT/PT, EBD, School Psyc. Services

Community Involvement/Volunteer Work Student Council drives and assistance efforts Jump Rope for Heart RSVP Student Safety Patrol program Community groups use of school building Holiday food drive Junior Achievement Spring Activity Day First Grade Parent/Community Sharing of Jobs Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts End of year student recognition assembly PBIS implementation school-wide Student Council projects Buddy Bench friendship project Hintgen music group performances Word of the Day program Morning Walking Program Vocabulary Showdown Student work demonstrations Muffins for Moms/Doughnuts for Dads program Geography Bee Battle of the Books competition grades 4/5 Increased use of mobile devices and laptop technology Clubs, Co-Ex Activities Art Club Student Council Technology Club After School Tutoring Club

North Woods International SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015


Leadership: Administrative Staff = Sandy Brauer, Principal Bridget Christen, Administrative Assistant Key Committees = Data Team, Student Management Team, Benchmark Management Team, Global Strand Team, Spanish Partial Immersion Strand Team, Grade Level PLC’s, PBIS team.

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:35-3:15 p.m. After-School Hours: 3:30-5 p.m. 21st Century After School Club, 6:30-8:10 a.m. and 3:05-6:00 p.m. Surround Care, 3:15-5:00 p.m. for various co-curricular clubs Summer School Options: Kindercapers, K-5 Remedial and Enrichment, Preschool Pals

Staff: Certified Staff = 29.50 FTE Teacher Asst. = 10.15 FTE Grade Section

PreK 2 Kindergarten 4 1st 4 2nd 4 3 3 4 2 5 3




School Programs: HPL Programming - Battle of Books Title I Reading and Math instruction ELL (English Language Learners) International Ambassadors 21st Century After School Program 5th Grade Leaders Preschool Deaf and HH Support EBD (Integrated & Self Contained) Amity Intern Program

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of:

Spanish Partial Immersion Strand (K-5) and Global Strand (PK-5) Trips to Sister City school in Santa Celia, Nicaragua – 6 North Woods Int’l staff members Principal, Sandy Brauer - LPEF Leadership Award 2014 Hosted Delegation from Tanzania - Summer 2014

Music Teacher, Mandi Wolfgram – recipient of “Ukes for Youth” Grant used to fund set of ukuleles

4th Grade Teacher, Julie Welch – Wisconsin Elementary History Teacher of the Year 2013 Featured on cover of Wisconsin School Board Assoc. Journal – Sept. 2012 Lessons taught by Chinese Teacher in PreK and Kindergarten Hosted three Amity Interns from Spain

Freedom Honor Flight Choir Performance

Featured in Global Wisconsin PBS Video – www.globalwisconsin.org Core curriculum units that “internationalize” content, and study of culture, language and geography of grade level continent of study PreK-3rd grade students participated in planting an International Garden in front of our school. Plants from sister cities were featured. Annual “Festival of Nations” performance which showcases international learning



WKCE State Test 4th gr Social Studies & Science Aims Web Testing PALS Literacy Screening Badger Exam gr 3-5 District Data Retreat with team District Math and Writing Assessments Formative Assessments in Reading Math and Writing


Art Club International Leaders Club China Club International Dance Club Euro Game Club Outdoor Club NW Kids Reading and Math Club Fifth Grade overnight to Perrot Park NW 21st Century After School Club Field Trips/Excursions Family Literacy and math nights

North Woods International Page 2

Goals: Students will be prepared as global citizens.

20% of economically disadvantaged students will be proficient on Badger Exam spring assessment in ELA.

30% of economically disadvantaged students will be proficient on Badger Exam spring assessment in ELA.

Teachers will implement consistent discipline, procedures and rules.

Professional Development: Extended PLC time to facilitate reading and math instruction, with focus on closing the achievement gap Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports training Whole Brain Workshop Active Learning Training Tour of Park Immersion School, St. Louis Park, MN SLO and Educator Effectiveness Training North Woods International Principal – member of Wisconsin International Education Council Act 31 Conference – Widening the Circle Mental Health Awareness Training

Family, School, and Community Partnerships: UWL & Viterbo students tutoring in after-school club program Gundersen Health System Master Gardeners of La Crosse UWL/Viterbo/Winona State College Student teachers and clinical experiences TEAM Parent Meetings Buddy Classrooms UWL Clinical III students teach Spanish to Pre K through grade 5 UWL International Education Department support international units La Crosse Sister City Organization, The World We Live In, and World Services provide international support Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)

STANDARDS OF THE HEART – caring, success, potential North Woods Peace Keeper Pledge I am somebody. I am Responsible for my choices. Respectful is what my choices look and sound like. Safe is how my choices feel. I can be Responsible, Respectful, and Safe. I am a citizen of the world. Core Values/Citizenship Education International Ambassadors North Woods Fifth Grade Leaders Program Service Learning projects: Santa Celia, Nicaragua Interact with international guests Veteran’s Day Assembly to honor families in service Gift of Giving-reusable gifts at the holidays Guidance/Pupil Services Brauer Adventure (weekly award program) Kdg-2nd grade weekly lessons; 3rd-5th grade monthly lessons Individual and small group counseling Special education services PBIS universal expectations Citizens of the Month and lunch with local “celebrities”

Community Involvement/Volunteer Work Families visit to share cultural heritages/celebrations Guest speakers support the curriculum Teacher exchange with Luoyang China (2 teachers) Readers from “World We Live In” Parent/grandparent volunteers in library, classrooms, and on field trips Gift of Giving Amity Interns – Spanish Partial Immersion UWL Interns: Pupil Services Hosted tours for UWL Global Competence class Gundersen Global Partners

Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts Spanish Partial Immersion Parent Information Meeting

International Guests

Festival of Nations (Continent Study, Spanish Language), with dances, songs and projects displayed for parents

Staff/5th Grade Kickball Game

Holiday Sing Along

June Fun Day

Fourth and Fifth Grade choir performance for Freedom Honor Flight

Grandparent Luncheon - 282 grandparents served

Monday Morning Announcements which include birthdays and special recognitions-fifth grade leaders

Community Day Monthly Assemblies

Veterans Day Celebration

Nicaragua Read-a-thon

Eurovision talent show – Spanish Immersion

Las Posadas performance – Spanish Immersion

Clubs, Co-Ex Activities Garden Club China Club Euro Games Club Spanish Club Art Club

NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015


Leadership: Administrative Staff = Laura Huber, PRINCIPAL Kathy Sierp, Admin. Asst. Annika Haskin, Admin. Asst. Key Committees = LeadershipTeam Safety/MRT Technology PBIS

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:15-2:55PM Before School Hours (Surround Care) 6:30 – 7:50AM After-School Hours: 2:55 – 6:00PM Summer School Options: Math & Language Arts, Enrichment classes

Staff: Certified Staff = 35 Teacher Asst. = 9 Grade # of

sections Grade # of sections

PreK 2 K 4 1st 4 3rd 4 2nd 4 5th 2 4th 2

Meets SAGE requirements



Student Groups Students with Disabilities 11.4% Economically Disadvantaged 80% Limited English Proficient 9.9% Additional data available at: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp

School Programs: * Title 1 School * Strings (4-5)

* Breakfast * Occupational Therapy

* Speech/Language * Peer Mediators

* Learning Disabilities * PBS

* SAGE grades: K, 1, 2 and 3 * Safety Patrol

* HPL – Mathematics/Lang. Arts * English Language Learners

* Battle of the Books

* 21st Century Community Learning Centers

* Co-Curriculars

* Helping Hands

* Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities

* English Language Learners

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of: Named “Promise School” in 2009

Northside Food Pantry A dedicated, competent, and productive staff Over 75% of certified staff have master's degrees and beyond Volunteers including : UW-L, Viterbo, RSVP, community members, Awesome Ranger Role Models (ARRM),

Western Technical College (WTC), Big Brothers & Big Sisters After-school programming providing extended learning opportunities for over 50 students (21st Century Grant) Intervention in reading and math occurs K-5th grade Parent Involvement, PTO, Family Nights, Prevention & Wellness night All-School field trip to Perrot State Park and Myrick Park Positive, friendly environment Walk-to-School Initiative Matt Hessel-Mial Writing Contest After School additional dose of reading & math for targeted students

Peer Mediators/Helping Hands PBS Fruit/Vegetable Nutrition Grant

Grade Level Professional Learning Communities meet every 6 Day Cycle


For more statistics: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators EX: Products, performances, grades, school assessment data, etc. - District reading assessments -AIMS Web assessments - District writing assessments - Fitness Testing - District math assessments - Art Contests and community art exhibitions - Conference reports - Geography Bee (Grades 3-5) - Exposure to the Arts (Viterbo -Vocabulary show down performances, Choral performances -PALS testing in grades K, 1 instrumental and string performances) - Art & Author Night and Music Programs - Matt Hessel-Mial Writing Contest

Academics Outside School Day - Boys and Girls Club Tutoring - RSVP - "Study Buddies" -21st Century After School Program - Individual and Small Group Academic Tutoring - Academic-based co-curricular clubs - ARRM (Awesome Ranger Role Models)

Northside Elementary Evidence of Success– Page 2

Goals: All students will score proficient or advanced in

Math on the WKCE All of students will score proficient or advanced

in Reading on the WKCE We will improve the social and emotional skills of

students

Professional Development: Examples (not all) of professional activities: Washburn Academy CESA Workshops High Performance Learning (WGAT Conference) Data Driven Decision Making Workshops Technology In-services Focus on literacy and math Crisis Prevention Intervention training (CPI) Medical Response Team training (MRT)

Family, School, and Community Partnerships: Family & School: Family Nights

Title I sponsored "take home" books

Shared Assignment Notebooks

21st Century Grant/After-School Program

Classroom Buddies Book Fair PTO Parent Volunteers Community Partnerships: Boys and Girls Club North Branch Library Junior Achievement La Crosse Park & Recreation Northside Food Pantry/Panera Bread/Festival Foods Student teachers and clinical students DARE and Safety Patrol trip 21st Century After-School Program Service Learning Community professionals for dental education and

assessment/treatment Community Food & Clothing Donations Fire Department Prevention Program La Crosse Police Department ARRM (Awesome Ranger Role Models) County Nutrition Education Programs RSVP Musician – Storyteller HPL Battle of the Books WTC – Teacher Assistance Program Fish & Wildlife Services National Wildlife Service Big Brothers & Big Sisters Parenting Place Walk to School Initiative Farm to School Initiative Fresh Fruit and Vegetable grant recipient Trinity Lutheran Clothes Closet North Presbyterian Church academic tutors YMCA swimming lessons Gunderson Lutheran Medical Foundation


E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing citizens in a diverse world. E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective and responsible life choices. Core Values/Citizenship Education

- Student involvement with food pantry - Junior Achievement opportunities for business values - Peer mediators - Service learning - Use of Responsive Classroom - Classroom Buddies - Do the Do tickets - Wellness Theme - Friendship Groups - PBS - Literacy/Community Service project - Non-violent communication

Guidance/Pupil Services - Developmental guidance - Student Management Team - Psychologist, guidance counselor, district liaisons African American, Hmong, Native American - “Big Buddy” tutors -Prevention/Wellness Night

Community Involvement/Volunteer Work - Food (Staff & student collections) - Parent and RSVP volunteers - Community food & clothing donations – RSVP, mittens,

churches, school supplies, and money - PTO sponsored Book Fair - Variety of Community Agency Presentations in the After-

School Program -

Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts - Perrot Park environmental educational trip - Touring groups, drama, music, and student talent shows - Integrated school-wide theme program/concert - Holiday Sing-a-Long - Wellness Theme - Recognition Assembly - CLIMB Theatre - Oktoberfest Family - Success Assemblies for behavioral and academic recognition

Clubs, Co-Curricular Activities

- Safety Patrol - Peer Mediators

School of Technology & The Arts I (SOTA I) SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015


Leadership: Administrative Staff = Steve Michaels, PRINCIPAL Sue Czeczok, SECRETARY Key Committees = Research & Development, District Leadership Team, Elementary Principals, Student Management Team, Emergency Response Team, Curriculum Review Subcommittee, Fine Arts

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:00 -3:15 p.m. on Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 8:00 a.m.-11:45 a.m. on Wed. After-School Hours: 3:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m. (Co-curricular activities, After School Program ) Summer School

Staff: Certified Staff = 8.7 FTE Teacher Asst. = 1 FTE K-5 Class Size = 18.14 (SAGE K-3 = 16.6) Gr. # Sect. K-5 7

School Information Source: Wisconsin Information System for Education (WISEdash) Grades KG-5 Enrollment 122


Student Groups Students with Disabilities 8.0% Economically Disadvantaged 28.0% Limited English Proficient 5.8% Additional data available at: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/ portalHome.jsp

School Programs: High Performance Learning, English Language Learners, Speech and Language, Learning Disabilities, Co-Curricular programs, Unique Drama-t instruction, String instruction Grades 1-5

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of: -Integration of the arts and technology relevant to the arts -Multiage instruction -Parent involvement -Assessment through performance, project, or product -Spanish language lessons -Artists in Residence – Storytelling, Visual Arts, Dance, Poetry -SOTA informance…annual celebration of learning -Early instruction in strings starting in 1st grade -Emphasis on multi-age learning community (Wed. Community Rooms)


Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators EX: Products, performances, grades, school assessment data, etc. -Performance Based Assessments -STAR -Badger test results -District writing assessments -Developmental reading assessments -Flexible grouping in math and reading

Academics Outside School Day After School Program; Boys and Girls Club on-site/Y Surround Care Tumbling Club Drumming Club First Lego League Dance Club Tutoring

School of Technology and the Arts I – Page 2 Evidence of Success

Goals: 1. Increase math scores as measured

by STAR (60% of students will receive an SGP of 40 or higher)

2. Increase reading achievement as measured by STAR (60% of students will receive an SGP of 40 or higher)

3. Revisit SOTA philosophy/constructs to reconstruct a long range vision for SOTA I.

4. Promote addition of another 2/3 classroom to stabilize multiage configurations.

5. Improve school climate via staff training on mindfulness, revisiting universal PBIS work/developing tier 2, and engaging in cultural conversations on prescribed schedule.

Professional Development: - STAR training - PALS TRAINING - PBIS workshops Tier 2 - Artist Residencies - Mindfulness Training

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Family, School, and Community Partnerships: - La Crosse Public Education Foundation - Boys and Girls Club - SOTA I Steering Committee - Informance - La Crosse Park and Recreation - UW-L & Viterbo Clinical Students

& Student Teachers - Active core of parent volunteers - Boys and Girls Club - Y surround Care - RSVP - Food Pantry - Salzer Square - WTC - Viterbo University - UWL - Grow La Crosse

Intervention Programs as needed using creative grouping After School Academy (after school intervention) Reteaching of PBIS expectations…school-wide and individual Core Values/Citizenship Education - Core Values integrated w/curriculum in all areas - Pilot school for La Crosse Compassion Project (Giving in 2014-15, Perseverance in 2015-16) - Social skills and practical life skills - Responsive Classsroom approach - Olders helping Youngers - Mindfulness training Guidance/Pupil Services - Part time Social worker visits classrooms - Speech, Learning Disabilities, Psychologist

Community Involvement/Volunteer Work - On site garden - Salzer Square Inter-generational activities - Community field trips (Viterbo, Weber Center, Festival Foods, etc.) Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts Fire Department Program PBIS kick off and celebrations Dr. Seuss Read Along Walking Wednesdays Family Nights:

- Open House - Hans Mayer Sing Along - Cooking nights - Artist in residence nights - Bike Rodeo - Family Dance

Clubs, Co-Ex Activities - Boys’ & Girls’ Club Activities - Drumming Club - Tumbling Club - Dance Club - Lego League - Yearbook Club - Y Surround Care

SOUTHERN BLUFFS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROFILE October 2015


Leadership: Administrative Staff = Lisa Schreiner, Principal Stephanie Wolowicz, Administrative Asst. Cindy Thompson, Administrative Assistant Key Committees = Student Management Team, Medical Response Team, Special Education Team, Professional Learning Community, BDAT, PBIS/Renaissance, Student Leadership Team

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:40-3:20

After-School Hours: 3:15-9:00 (Co-curricular activities: Tutoring: Family Activities: Surround Care: Recreation Activities: Youth clubs and organizations) Summer School Options: Reading, Math, Extended School Year, Preschool Pals, Kindercapers, Sign Language, Musical Theater

Staff: Certified Staff = 33.14 Teacher Asst. =10.0 Gr. # Sect. Gr. # Sect. EC 2 am/pm 3 3 K 3 4 2.5 1 4 5 2.5 2 4 Meets SAGE requirements




School Programs: High Performance Learning, District-wide Cognitive Disabilities and Early Childhood, Orchestra, Early Intervention, Senior Tax Exchange, Service Learning, Battle of the Books, Partner Classrooms, UW-La Crosse Partnership

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of: “Be PAWSitive: Positive Attitudes Will Succeed” High level of inclusion and differentiated instruction Guided Reading Literacy Intervention Student Leadership Activities Relations with the Community – Veterans Day Program, Environmental Agencies Academic Recognition Assembly, RSVP Volunteers, Little Free Libraries Senior Citizen Volunteers and Parent Volunteers Differentiated Instruction Meeting Needs of All Learners including ELL, Special Education and High Performance Learners Number of Professional Recognitions and Grant Awards Wisconsin Technology Initiative Grant Parent participation as volunteers and learners LPEF Grant Recipients, Physical Wellness Grant

HIGH ACADEMIC STANDARDS: E2:-Students will demonstrate a high level of individual success in all required and elective academic/curricular areas using multiple measure of performance.


Diagnostic Reading Assessment (DRA), District Writing Prompt, Portfolios, Literacy Skill Assessments, Report Cards, Running Records, Teacher Developed Assessments, Unit Rubrics, Writing Rubrics, Student Reflections, Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences, Summer Data Retreat, WKCE/Badger Exam, Problem Solving Team, Spelling Bee, Geography Bee, AIMS Web, PALS


Media & Technology Club Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? Surround Care Art Club On-Line Tutorial Links

Southern Bluffs Elementary Evidence of Success – Page 2

Goals: - Review and respond to data indicators of student achievement – resource targeted students -Identify, demonstrate and reinforce common expectations for behaviors in the school environment. -Celebrate students who meet school-wide expectations for respectful, responsible and safe. -Expand opportunities for community involvement and student service learning. -Provide common planning time for Professional Learning Communities - Develop strategic interventions for students who are not achieving at expected academic levels. Evaluate interventions and respond accordingly to the data. Schedule daily intervention/enrichment.

Professional Development: School-wide PBIS Planning and Matrix Development Washburn Academy Green Lake Math Conference Non-violent Crisis Prevention Intervention Recertification Responsive Classroom Emergency Response Training Midwest Reading Conference Staff Development Classes Summer Technology Institute Curriculum development teams Professional Learning Communities Conference AimsWeb/PALS/PLC Training Educator Effectiveness

Family, School, and Community Partnerships: -Active PTO Organization – supports assemblies, field trips, school wide activities, Support for teacher needs, conference meals - PTO Holiday Fair – contributions from throughout the community -S.T.E.P. – Senior Tax Exchange Program -R.S.V.P. Volunteers -Surround Care Child Care -Partnerships for student teachers/clinical students and internships -Western Clinical Internships for Teacher Assistants -UW-L partnership to provide swimming for special education students. -Genoa Fish Hatchery -Volunteer Recognition Luncheon -Cool C.A.T.S.-volunteering dads/male role-models -Staff members serve on various community boards and organizations -Family Valentine’s Day Dance -Mt. La Crosse designated as evacuation site -Monthly Family Newsletter -Salvation Army Bell-Ringing -Family Holiday Giving -Veteran’s Day Program and Lunch with the veterans - Park and Rec. after-school programs -Matt Hessel-Mial contest -Jump Rope for Heart - Smart Eats – Farm to School. -Fundraising efforts/Food and Book Drives


E3: Students will strive for understanding as contributing citizens in a diverse world. E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective and responsible life choices.

Core Values/Citizenship Education Theme: “Be Respectful. Be Responsible. Be Safe. Be a Bobcat”

Peer Helpers/Tutors Partner Classroom Activities Community Service Activities and Programs Food Pantry Food Drives D.A.R.E./G.RE.A.T Program Student and Staff recognitions Student Leadership Team 4th/5th grade National History Day Projects Jump Rope for Heart Veterans Day Luncheon/Program Holiday giving collections for families Special Education Buddies/ Buddy Classrooms Responsive Classroom and Class Meetings Safe, Respectful and Responsible – PBIS emphasis Grade Level Concerts emphasizing friendship, taking care of the

environment, responsibility Natural consequences of poor decisions Flag raising and lowering protocols Guidance/Pupil Services Problem Solving Team, Special

Education Programs and Committees, Social Skills Groups, Crisis Intervention Teams, Classroom Guidance Lessons, Family Intervention and Support, Behavior Health collaborations with community agencies

Community Involvement/Volunteer Work Genoa Fish Hatchery, RSVP, Senior Volunteers, Parent Volunteers,

Salvation Army Bell Ringers, Holiday gifts for families, Book Kits for families, Significant staff involvement in the community serving as role models for children, Environmental Day, Blood Drive, Lions’ Camp Fundraiser

Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts Unveiling of mascot Veteran’s Day Program and Lunch Food Pantry Collections Young Author Night & Grade Level Music Concerts Teaching of behavioral expectations in environments Year End Recognition Assembly Orchestra Performances 5th Grade National History Day Holiday Sing-a-long Staff/Student t-shirts based on theme Fire Department Presentations Read Across America School Book Fairs Farm-to School PTO Developed School gardens PTO Holiday Fair Environmental Day Fire Up Your Feet Award recipients Walking Wednesdays Clubs, Co-Ex Activities Wizards Jump Rope Team Jump Rope Club-grades 1-5 Battle of the Books Media & Technology Club Art Club Seasonal Park & Rec Activities YMCA Collaboration Programs with Special Education YMCA and Parks and Rec. sports programs Scouting Opportunities – Boys and Girls

SPENCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015


Leadership:

Administrative Staff

Shelley Shirel, Principal

Kristi Arenz, Administrative Assistant

Linda Hansen, Administrative Assistant

Key Committees: Leadership, PBIS (Positive Behavior

Intervention & Supports), Safety, MRT (Medical Response Team),

PTO (Parent-Teacher Organization), SMT (Student Management

Team), Tardy PDSA, Assembly/Events

School Day/Learning Time:

Hours: 8:00 AM - 2:40 PM

Before School Hours 6:30-8:00 AM

Surround Care

Breakfast (7:30-8:00 AM)

After-School Hours: 2:40-9:00 PM

Co-curricular activities

Park and Rec

YMCA Surround Care

Family Activities

Staff:

Certified Staff = 39

Teacher Assistants = 8

Support Staff = 9

Grade Sections

PreK 2

Kindergarten 4

1st Grade 3.0

1/2 Grade 1.0

2nd Grade 3.0

3rd Grade 3.0

3/4 Grade 1.0

4th Grade 2.0

5th Grade 3

Meets SAGE requirements K-3

School Information

Source:Wisconsin Information System for Education (WISEdash) Grades K4-5 Enrollment 379

Race/Ethnicity American Indian or Alaska Native 0.0% Asian or Pacific Islander 7.7% Black not Hispanic 6.1% Hispanic 3.2% White not Hispanic 77.0%


School Programs: Harry Spence is a neighborhood school that reflects typical families of the La Crosse community. Our parent group, Harry Spence PTO, Inc., is a vital, long-standing organization. They are actively involved in instructional support, as well as the traditional roles of fundraising and volunteerism. Our school has a vast array of programing to support the various needs of our student population. Programs include: Preschool; Cognitive Disabilities program; School-wide Title 1; ELL (English Language Learners); Learning Disabilities program; and an active High Performance Learners program. We also provide a vast array of clubs and activities for students to participate in after school.

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments

Things We’re Most Proud Of: 2010 recipient of Wisconsin School of Recognition A challenging yet welcoming environment that accepts and values every child 100% Highly Qualified Staff Collaboration among music, art, and phy. ed. teachers for integrated instruction Parent Involvement through PTO, Family Nights, Volunteering, Parent Round Table Universal implementation of PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports) Students serving others - Community Helpers, Playground Pals, Lunchroom Helpers, Hallway Monitors, Safety Patrol, Recycling Pals High Performance Learning reading and math groups for grades 3-5 Intervention and enrichment system driven by assessment data – daily SMART time Institutions of Higher Ed Partnerships- Viterbo pre-service teachers instructed on-site in reading and apply learning immediately in classrooms, UW-L research project HIGH ACADEMIC STANDARDS: E2:-Students will demonstrate a high level of individual success in all required and elective academic/curricular areas using multiple measures of performance.


Wisconsin Knowledge and Concepts Exam – State Test – Grades 3, 4, 5 STAR - Universal Screening Assessment and AIMSweb - Progress Monitoring PALS Assessment PK, K, 1st, 2nd District Reading, Writing and Math Assessments School Data Dig Teacher-made projects/products and Formative Assessments Leveled Literacy Intervention Program and Benchmark Assessment System Matt Hessel-Mial Writing Contest winners at Spence Imagine Learning and Reading Plus – Computer-based intervention programs Orchestra and Choral Performances Participation in Art Exhibits/Competitions


Odyssey of the Mind Battle of the Books Orchestra & Music Performances Community Helpers Club Cooking Club -focus on reading recipes, utilizing math, developing healthy eating habits and having fun Variety of HPL activities and competitions: Battle of the Books District Competition, Vocabulary Showdown, Matt Hessel-Mial Writing Contest, HPL Summer Symposium and Environmental Program RSVP’s Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?

SPENCE ELEMENTARY Evidence of Success – Page 2

Goals: Increase reading and math achievement so that students meet

district and school benchmarks or experience growth of one year or greater.

Continue to implement curriculum based on Common Core State Standards and newly purchased district resources.

Continue to implement and refine system of universal behavior expectations in order to decrease behaviors so that 90% of students will have 0-1 ODRs.

Professional Development: -Staff work with the Instructional Coach in job-embedded ongoing professional development through a variety of avenues from modeling, team teaching, bi-weekly grade level meetings and monthly extended planning opportunities. -Staff members meet weekly as a Professional Learning Community to analyze student results and share best practices. -All staff receive ongoing training and support in assessment and data analysis. -Staff work with the Instructional Coach on various topics of interest and/or needs -Various staff members attend workshops, gold brochure classes and participate in various books studies - Teachers and support staff are continually taking and teaching classes in and beyond the district and then sharing with others in our learning community. -Various staff members attend Wisconsin State Reading Convention -New for the 2015-16 school year, staff members are attending monthly Edcamps that are taught by Spence staff based on interest and need of staff members. -Staff trained in Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Practices (CLRP) during 14-15 school year and are currently leading school-wide staff development for 15-16 school year.

Family, School, and Community Partnerships: -The PTO organizes and/or supports many events throughout the year, beginning with a fall Open House and ending with an old fashioned carnival. They support a variety of school projects, technology, assemblies, artist-in residence program and field trips. -Viterbo University Education students attend class two mornings a week at Spence. They learn about reading instruction in their course work and then work with students and teachers applying this new learning in the classroom. -Students at UW-L work with select students as part of a semester long class project. -UW-L is conducting a research project on implementing video-based modeling for students with autism at Spence. -The YMCA uses the Spence cafeteria and gym to provide a Surround Care program before and after school for working parents. -The La Crosse Police Department provides officers to work in partnership with schools to educate children and prevent future drug and alcohol abuse as well as gang involvement. (G.R.E.A.T. and D.A.R.E.) -La Crosse Parks and Recreation runs several athletic programs at the Spence facility. Volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball and track are offered to children after school. -The Boys and Girls Club of LaCrosse and MATHY Center provides after school tutoring for those students who need help with their homework or a place to go after school. -Spence Elementary is a community meal site during the summer serving free breakfast and lunch (except for summer of 2015 due to construction). -Boy Scouts & Girl Scouts programs utilize Spence for their programming support our Veterans’ Day program. -Nicole Milliren, Clinical Therapist for La Crosse County Human Services works with Spence staff on children’s mental health issues and trauma-informed care. -UW-L Extension provides nutrition lessons to 2nd and 3rd gr. -New for 2015 -Trane Engineers are supporting students interested in STEM – “Trains with Trane” on a Saturday AM.

STANDARDS OF THE HEART – caring, success, potential E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing citizens in a diverse world. E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective and responsible life choices.

Core Values/Citizenship Education - Modeling by all adult staff of friendly, respectful relationships and values of cooperation and learning - School-wide expectations, acknowledgement and discipline are universally taught and recognized - Developmental Guidance Curriculum - DARE and GREAT - Annual Veterans’ Day program to honor our Veterans’ service - Reading Buddies (Cross-grade tutoring) - Playground Pals, Lunchroom Helpers and Recycling Pals - Responsive Classroom

Guidance/Pupil Services - Counselor and teachers work together to partner with parents to lead students’ social and emotional development - Social worker and principal work with parents, staff and community agencies to advocate for children - SMT (Student Management Team) -Speech, CD, LD, OT/PT, -School Psychologist services

Student Community Involvement/Volunteer Work - Playground Pals (3rd-5th grades) - Safety Patrol (5th grade) - Lunchroom and Recycling Pals (3rd and 4th grades) - Community Helpers /Food Pantry (4th and 5th grades) - Cross-grade Tutors (Reading Buddies) - Hallway Monitors (5th grade) - Walking School Bus – 2 routes each Thursday - Jump Rope for Heart - Neighborhood Clean up on Earth Day

Assemblies/Field Trips/Enrichment - Artist-in-Residence – Folk Dancing – Sue Hulsether - Oktoberfest Royal Family visit & Riverfest Commodore Visit - Opera for the Young - Veteran’s Day Program/Assembly - La Crosse Fire Department prevention programs - Hmong Education Project - - Theater trips to Viterbo and UW-L - Summer Reading Program (Public Library) - Grade level field trips in curriculum areas (Capitol, River Museum, etc.) - Art Show at Southside Public Library - K, 2nd & 5th grade field trips to Central High School - Various PBIS Celebrations throughout the year (Field Day, Movie at Central, School Dance, Pool Day at Erickson Pool) and monthly booster assemblies - Honors Orchestra Tour, Nursing Home Visits, All City Strings - Longfellow Jazz and Show Choir Tour - Symphony for Youth - Slide into Safety (Gundersen and Loggers) - Cooking Demonstrations (4th grade) through Farm to School

Clubs, Co-Ex Activities - Playground Pals (Student leadership)/Lunchroom Pals/Recycling Pals - Safety Patrol - Odyssey of the Mind - Community Helpers Club which supports Spence’s Food Pantry - Cooking Club - Ukulele Club - Strings Program

Volunteer Projects - Library Volunteers - Playground Volunteers - Multiple PTO activities - Vision Screening – Lions Club - Dental Sealants - Preschool Orientation Day - Rock ‘n Read - Hundreds of Individual Volunteers - RSVP – Foster Grandparents - The World We Live In - Grandparents Day - Coulee Region Humane Society – Read to Rover

State Road Elementary SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015


LEADERSHIP Administrative Staff Shelly Healy, Interim Principal Elaine Zimmermann, Administrative Assistant Key Committees Leadership Team, Student Management Team, Professional Learning Communities, Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports, Medical Response Team, State Road Parent Teacher Organization

SCHOOL DAY/LEARNING TIME School Hours: 8:05 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. Before School Hours: Surround Care After-School Hours: - La Crosse Park and Rec, YMCA, Shelby Youth Sports, Family Activities, YMCA Surround Care Summer School Options: Reading, Math and Enrichment Offerings

STAFF Certified Staff = 26 Teacher Assistant = 7 Support Staff = 6

GRADE # OF SECTIONS Preschool 2 Kindergarten 2 1st Grade 3 2nd Grade 2 3rd Grade 3 4th Grade 2 5th Grade 2

Meets SAGE requirements K – 3

SCHOOL INFORMATION Source: Wisconsin Information System for Education (WISEdash) Grades K4-5 Enrollment 290

RACE/ETHNICITY American Indian or Alaska Native 0.3% Asian or Pacific Islander 6.9% Black not Hispanic 4.1% Hispanic 4.5% White not Hispanic 79.0% Two or More 5.2%

STUDENT GROUPS Students with Disabilities 9.7% Economically Disadvantaged 37% Limited English Proficient 5.9% Additional data available at: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp

SCHOOL PROGRAMS State Road Elementary is uniquely located in Greenwald Coulee and has nature trails, an outdoor classroom & is within walking distance of the Strye Nature Center. We are a SAGE school that offers programs for English Language Learners, High Performance Learners, Learning Disabilities, & Emotional & Behavioral Disabilities.

UNIQUE SCHOOL PROGRAMS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS THINGS WE’RE MOST PROUD OF

Carrying out our school mission, “Providing Quality Education for All Students” Commitment to developing the whole child through academic, social and physical

opportunities 100% Highly Qualified Staff Received a rating of Exceeding Expectations on the Wisconsin State School Report Card

2012-13 and 2013-14 Implementing universal Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports programming Providing a school garden experience with classroom curriculum and activities

HIGH ACADEMIC STANDARDS E2:-Students will demonstrate a high level of individual success in all required and elective academic/curricular areas using multiple measure of performance.


CURRICULUM-BASED ACHIEVEMENT INDICATORS EX: Products, performances, grades, school assessment data, etc.

Badger Exam AIMSweb Universal Screening Assessments in Reading and Math and Progress

Monitoring PALS Assessment PK, KD, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grades Developmental Reading Assessment District Reading, Writing and Math Assessments Classroom Formative Assessments

ACADEMICS OUTSIDE SCHOOL DAY

Public Library Summer Reading Program Orchestra and Music Performances Arts and Author’s Fair Are you Smarter than a Fifth Grader? Vocabulary Showdown Matt Hessel-Mial Writing Competition Geography Bee Battle of the Books

State Road Elementary Evidence of Success

GOALS Increase student achievement in reading and

math Promote school-wide Positive Behavioral

Intervention and Supports Programming Develop Professional Learning Communities Promote Professional Development in Smart

Board and IPad Technology

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Gold Brochure Courses Instructional Coach Support Response to Intervention Workshops PBIS Universal Training WEMTA State Media Convention Technology Workshops Crisis Plan Training/Simulations

FAMILY, SCHOOL, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

State Road Parent/Teacher Organization Boy Scouts Girl Scouts Retired Seniors Volunteer Program Junior Achievement Grow La Crosse Project La Crosse Park and Recreation Program Shelby Youth Sports Program YMCA Recreation Programs Boy’s and Girl’s Club Afterschool Programs YMCA Surround Care La Crosse Fire Department Fire Prevention

Program La Crosse County D.A.R.E. Program La Crosse Police Department Bike Rodeo Hillview Nursing Home Trane Company Flowers for Hillview Reading With Rover Scholastic Book Fair La Crosse Public Education Foundation

Random Acts of Kindness Gundersen Children’s Museum La Crosse County Seal a Smile Program Lions Club Vision Screening Hmong Cultural and Community Center Are Your Smarter Than a 5th Grader? Read Across America Myrick Park Center

STANDARDS OF THE HEART caring, success, potential

E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing citizens in a diverse world. E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective and responsible life choices.

CORE VALUES/CITIZENSHIP EDUCATION Morning Announcements Daily Pledge of Allegiance DARE Developmental Guidance Respect Recognition Awards Respect Stars Buddy Classrooms Responsive Classroom Safety Patrol Positive Behavior Intervention Supports Veteran’s Day Program

GUIDANCE/PUPIL SERVICES Guidance Friendship Groups Lunch Bunch Crisis Response Home School Community Liaison Social Worker School Psychologist Nursing Services

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND VOLUNTEER WORK

Humane Society Hillview Nursing Home Visits State Road Trail Clean-up Jump Rope for Heart United Way La Crosse Public Education Foundation Walking School Bus Compassion Project La Crosse Symphony for Youth Library Stars and Library Sneakers

ASSEMBLIES/SCHOOL-WIDE EFFORTS

Oktoberfest Royal Family Veteran’s Day Holiday Sing-A-Long Chautauqua School Garden Earth Day Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports Art and Author Fair Walking School Bus

CLUBS, CO-EX ACTIVITIES State Road Duatholon

SUMMIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROFILE Evidence of Success October 2015


Leadership: Administrative Staff = Dirk Hunter, PRINCIPAL Tami Tooke, ADMINISTRATIVE ASSIST. Key Committees = Long Range Planning Committee, Benchmark Team, SMT Team, Environmental Education Steering Committee, Cultural Liaisons, Title VII Program

School Day/Learning Time: Hours: 8:00-2:40 daily After-School Hours: 2:40-6:00 daily Art Club, Student Council, After-School Reading Program, Surround Care 6:45-7:45 & 2:40-6:00 daily, assorted other after school events with and for families Summer School Options: Reading/Math Programs, Early Reading Intervention,

Staff: Certified Staff = 40 Teacher Asst. = 14 Gr. # Sect. Gr. # Sect. PreK 3 3 3 K 3 4 2 1 3 5 2 2 3 Meets SAGE requirements



Student Groups Students with Disabilities 20.8% Economically Disadvantaged 51% Limited English Proficient 6.2% Additional data available at: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/ portalHome.jsp School Programs: Breakfast in the Classroom Early Childhood Exceptional Needs Cognitive Disabilities Program SAGE K-3 ELL, HPL, Title I Programs Daily Intervention/Extension Program K-5 Co-Ex Program

Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of: * Commitment to serving students and families with a focus on helping all students to continually improve and to develop a sense of pride in their contributions to others

Finishing work of two grants to support environmental education…completion of rain garden, and continued work on developing the school forest area

Continuing to work with more than a dozen community agencies on our environmental program activities

* Active PTO with outstanding leadership and a focus on helping all families * Green Ribbon School Award – Environmental Education * Three staff received environmental awards this past year


Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators EX: Products, performances, grades, school assessment data, etc. * Annual review of all Student Achievement Data, Writing Assessments, Math Summaries * Classroom Teachers collecting Classroom Data and STAR Data on specific student performance measures and tracking of Grade Level Data * Periodic review of Achievement Gains of Individual Students in Title I * * Tracking of individual student progress in Reading & Writing

Academics Outside School Day * Assorted after school clubs including Student Council, Environmental Club, and Art Club * Continued after-school reading/math club for students in grades 1-5 using Title I dollars targeting students not at grade level in reading/math

SUMMIT ELEMENTARY – Page 2 Evidence of Success October, 2015

Goals: 1. Continue to meet student achievement

targets in the area of reading as identified in our school improvement plan

2. Successful implementation and use of the new STAR Assessments

3. All teams will develop an environmental goal for their grade level/area related to curriculum application/student use of the outdoor classrooms, etc.

Professional Development: - Continued inservice on Educator

Effectiveness - Training for all staff on how the

newly installed rain garden works - Exploration of additional strategies to

help all students to progress with their reading.

- Teachers attending the State Environmental Education Conference, assorted CESA Conferences on improved reading/writing instruction

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Family, School, and Community Partnerships:

- Wisconsin Center for Environmental Education

- USGS Science Center, Myrick/Hixon Environmental Center, and many others

- Market & Johnson - Town of Campbell - Campbell Fire & Police Departments - Local Churches - Active PTO - Community Garden Projects - Three Rivers Hunger Task Force - Scouts, Y, Boys & Girls Club - Winding Rivers Library System - Hilltopper Refuse - La Crosse County Sustainability


E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing citizens in a diverse world. E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make effective and responsible life choices. Core Values/Citizenship Education

- Identified grade levels doing environmental stewardship projects throughout the community and in our school that our students can experience and give back

Guidance/Pupil Services - Focus on celebrating the diversity and gifts of every

student - Several groups running for students in need of

assistance with assorted topics such as anger management, grief/loss, etc…..

Community Involvement/Volunteer Work - Student Council and individual classes organize several

events each year to allow all students the opportunity to do something for the community. These include collections to local shelters, performing at centers for elderly, etc.

Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts

- Buddy Classrooms where older and younger students get together throughout the year on a variety of different projects

- Earth Week Assembly and assorted activities - Environmental Education all-school field trips - Students participating in planning for and developing

outdoor classroom spaces - All school focus on PBIS - Student Recognition/Celebrations for all K-5 students - Implementation of two new Eagle Scout Projects

Clubs, Co-Ex Activities - Student Council active in a variety of projects - 4th-5th Grade Environmental Club - Grades 2-5 Art Club - After School Reading/Math Program 1-5

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