Oak Knoll Elementary School

Oak Knoll Elementary School

Title I Meeting/State of the School Address/Curriculum Night

September 4, 2012

Angela K. Parham, PrincipalAdrienne Grainger Smith, Assistant Principal

Oak Knoll Elementary School’s DREAM TEAM

Pre-K Team KDG Team 1st Grade Team 2nd Grade Team 3rd Grade Team 4th Grade Team 5th Grade Team Special Education Team Special Area Team/Tech

Specialist ESOL Team EIP Team TAG Team Paraprofessionals

Clinic Assistant Parent Liaisons Front Office Secretary Data Clerk Bookkeeper Media Specialist Psychologist School Social Worker Instructional Support

Teacher School Counselor Instructional Coach Curriculum Support Teacher Assistant Principal

What is Title I?• Title I is the nation’s oldest and

largest federally funded program.• It provides over $7 billion to school

systems across the country for students at risk of failure and living at or near poverty.

What is the purpose of Title I funding?

• The purpose of Title I funding is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high quality education and reach, at minimum, proficiency on challenging state academic standards and state academic assessments.

• Schools with large concentrations of low-income students will receive supplemental funds to assist in meeting student’s educational goals . Low-income students are determined by the number of students enrolled in the free and reduced lunch program. For an entire school to qualify for Title I funds, at least 40% of students must enroll in the free and reduced lunch program.

How are Title I funds used?

• The use of Title I funds rests with each school.• Oak Knoll’s Title I funds are used to:

Purchase Early Intervention Program (EIP) teacher in order to support struggling students

Provide Professional Development for Teachers (Consultant & Trainings)

Common Core Resources Purchase ELA/Reading Coach Extended Learning and Saturday School(3rd – 5th grades) Parent Liaison & Parent Workshops Parent Resources (supplies, books, periodicals &

subscriptions) Professional Learning for Principal & Assistant Principal

Parent Involvement Policy & Student Parent School Compact

• Parent Involvement Policy– Strategies to increase parental involvement

• Weekly & Month Newsletters• Parent Workshops• Monthly Student on the Month Receptions• Volunteer Opportunities in School Events

• Student Parent School Compact– As a student, I will…– As a parent, I will…– As a teacher, I will…– As a principal, I will…

5th Grade Reading-CRCT

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5th Grade ELA-CRCT

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5th Grade Math-CRCT

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5th Grade Social Studies-CRCT

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5th Grade Science-CRCT

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5th Grade GA Writing Assessment

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4th Grade Reading-CRCT

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4th Grade ELA-CRCT

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4th Grade Math-CRCT

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4th Grade Social Studies-CRCT

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4th Grade Science-CRCT

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3rd Grade Reading-CRCT

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3rd Grade ELA-CRCT

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3rd Grade Math-CRCT

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3rd Grade Social Studies-CRCT

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3rd Grade Science-CRCT

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Reading ELA Math0

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2nd Grade Instructional Assessment

1st Grade Instructional Assessment

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Our District’s Big, Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGS)

• Graduation Rate – 90% of Fulton students will graduate on time

• College Readiness – 85% of Fulton’s high school seniors will meet the average SAT score of the 25th percentile of students

• Career Readiness – An aggressive percentage of students will meet an objective standard for work readiness in the areas of applied math, reading for information and locating information

How to do WE support the BHAGs?

• EVERY teacher delivers quality instruction to meet the needs of EVERY student in EVERY classroom EVERY day.

• College Daze on Wednesdays– College Fun Facts are read during announcements– Staff Wears College Paraphernalia – College info is posted outside of classrooms

• Career Day• Careers on OK Live• Class of 20__ on Each Hall• College Display in Front Lobby

Narrative of Our School District

• Performance Management• Strategic Plan (BHAGs)• Common Core Curriculum• Charter System

Oak Knoll’s School Improvement Plan Objectives

• Improve student performance in Math (Numbers & Operations and Measurement)

• Improve student performance in Reading (Informational Reading)

• Improve student performance in Writing.

What is Curriculum?

Curriculum is defined as a plan for learning. It encompasses all the learning experiences a student encounters under the guidance of the school. Georgia is currently implementing a new standards-based, world-class curriculum for Reading and Mathematics in grades K-12 called the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards or CCGPS. The CCGPS outline clear expectations for what students should know and be able to do at each grade level and in each core subject. Interactive learning and hands-on experiences are central to the Board of Education’s vision for the effective delivery of instruction and increased emphasis on higher academic achievement for all children. All students in Kindergarten through Fifth grade receive curriculum instruction in the areas of Reading, Language Arts, Math,

Social Studies and Science. 

What parents need to know about Common Core Georgia Performance

Standards?

• Georgia joined with 47 other states well over a year ago to develop a set of core standards for K-12 in English language arts and mathematics.

• These standards provide a consistent framework to prepare students for success in college and/or the 21st century workplace.

• These standards represent a common sense next step from the Georgia Performance Standards.

• The Georgia State Board of Education adopted the CCGPS on July 8, 2010.

 

What does CCGPS mean for Georgia?

Students of Georgia: •  Rigorous knowledge and skills needed to succeed in college and/or

careers• Consistent expectations across states, regardless of whether they

decide to go to school at Georgia Tech or UCLA, or find a job in Georgia, Maine or Indiana

• Relevant content and application of knowledge through high-order skills

Educators of Georgia: • Clear, focused expectations that assist them in being on the same

page and working together with students and parents for shared goals• A common-sense next step that is aligned to our Georgia Performance

Standards (GPS)Taxpayers of Georgia:

• Long-term potential savings on textbooks and instructional resources that come with consistent materials developed throughout the country

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We believe effective teaching and increased parental involvement will

help our students to EXCEED achievement goals.

We believe effective teaching and increased parental involvement will

help our students to EXCEED achievement goals.

New Guidelines for Volunteers

• On July 1, 2012, Georgia law changed to include school volunteers in the group of people who are required to report any case of suspected child abuse or neglect. With these changes, school districts can better protect children and ensure their safety and well-being.

• School Volunteers are now considered mandated reporters. A mandated reporter is someone who must notify DFCS within 24 hours of s/he suspects a child is being abused or neglected.

• We are requesting that our volunteers attend an orientation session on either September 11 or 18, or contact our Parent Liaisons to receive the training after September 18.

Here are some strategies we are using to increase parental

involvement:• Automated telephone call-out system (School

Messenger) to notify parents of important school activities

• Home Access: an online tool that will let you see your child’s progress at school.

• Parent Resource Center • Parent Volunteers• Parent Workshops• Our weekly newsletter to parents• Monthly grade-level newsletters• PTA and LSAC

Positive Behavior Management and Discipline

Positive Behavior Management and Discipline

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• “Owl” show courtesy and respect for others.

• “Owl” support and participate in the learning process.

• “Owl” show respect for property.• “Owl” be prepared, ready to work an

don task until finished.• “Owl” use safe and responsible conduct

at all times.

School Wide-Discipline Plan School Rules

• This system is used in the classrooms and the cafeteria.– Owl Card- Excellent Behavior– Blue Card- Warning– Green Card- Time Out– Yellow Card- Loss of Privilege– Red Card- Phone call or note home

Owl Behavior Color Coding

• We will incorporate a golden spoon incentive for the classes that have A-1 behavior all week.

Cafeteria

• Students/classes can earn links by exhibiting appropriate behavior and receiving compliments.

• Teachers give rewards once the class has reached a specified number of links (25).– The rewards should be created by the

teacher and class.• Examples of Places where links can be earned

• Hallway• Specials• Cafeteria

Link System

• Students can earn Positive Behavior Point slips for exhibiting appropriate behavior.

• The value of slips are designated in the same increments as real money ($1.00, $2.00, $5.00 and $10.00). 1 point = 1 dollar

• Points/dollars can be saved and turned in for prizes/rewards.

• Slips will double or triple in value during high traffic times (ex. week before or after a holiday)

Owl Behavior Incentive Program

Oak Knoll Elementary SchoolPositive Behavior Matrix

Behavioral ExpectationsEverywhere

Classroom

Playground Cafeteria Hallways BathroomsBus

Computer/ Mobile Lab

Be Respectful

Use kind words and actions

Participate appropriately in classroom activities.

Respect the differences and opinions of others.

Follow game rules and demonstrate positive sportsmanship

Respect equipment

Practice good table and line manners

Calm behavior at all timesUse inside voices

Use appropriate tone of voice

Keep hands/feet off walls and student work

Give people privacy

Be in your own space

Use appropriate language and gestures

Respect the driver

Respect property

Listen to and follow directions given by the teacher

Maintain set preferences

Be Responsible

Own your actions Be attentive and prepared.Complete your work.

Use respectful methods to solve problems

Return equipment

Clean your seating area

Know what you ordered and take that item

Calm, quiet behavior at all times

Flush toiletObserve time limits (be

quick)Place towels in garbageKeep bathrooms clean

Board your own bus unless you have a pass

Be on time

Keep the area cleanLog off your account when

finished

Be Safe

Keep hands, feet, objects to self

Get adult help when you need it

Follow adult directions.

Keep to your own space.

Use materials/ equipment appropriately.

Be aware of games and activities around you

No wrestling, play fighting, football, or rough play

Stay seated until dismissed

Keep food on your plate.

Clean up your spills.

Walk single file to allow others to pass

Walk directly to your destination.

Use soap and water for washing hands

Keep water in sink

Line up in single file to enter/exit the bus

Remain seated Know your own

space

Sit appropriately in your seat

Only use designated internet site

Be There and Care

Lend a helping hand

Put things where they belong.

Take care of the room.

Invite others to participate in games and activities

Share equipment and space

Help clean around you Hold the door open for others

Inform adult of low supplies and other bathroom concerns

Keep the bus clean Quietly assist the person next to you

• $1.00- $2.00 – Pull from treasure box

• $5.00– Pull from treasure box– $1.oo credit at school store– Interest based free activity

• $10.00– 10 minutes extra recess/computer time– Raise and take down flag for two days– Choose mystery envelope/package

Prizes

• $15.00– Help with Student of the Month Program– Help during PE – Perform on Friday in cafeteria

• $20.00– Guest appearance on OK Live– Lunch with staff member

If everyone in the class puts in 5 points, the class can play a kickball/basketball/volleyball game (coordinated by teacher and Coach Sanders)

More Prizes

• This year we will incorporate discipline related data in identifying areas of need.

• Students will use the matrix to self monitor and correct behaviors.

• Any feedback or suggestions for improving the program are welcomed and appreciated.

Where are we going from here?

Grade-Level Meeting Rooms for Curriculum

Sharing Kindergarten Team: Room 15 1st Grade Team: Room 22 2nd Grade Team: Room 18 3rd Grade Team: Room 56 4th Grade Team: Room 44 5Th Grade Team: Room 32 Special Education Team: will meet with

their assigned grade level EIP Team: will meet with their assigned

grade level Special Area & ESOL Teams: Hallway & Answer

Questions

Visit Classrooms 2 rotations – 15

minutes

Thank you for coming out and please enjoy the

remainder of our Curriculum Night

activities!!!