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2012 TITLE I UNIFIED PLAN TEMPLATE
District and School Information
District PLAINFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Chief School Administrator ANNA BELIN-PYLES Chief School Administrator E-mail abelinpplainfieldk12njus
NCLB Contact DAWN CICCONE NCLB Contact E-mail dcicconeplainfieldk12njus
School DeWitt D Barlow Elementary School
The school is designated (select one)
Targeted Assistance X Schoolwide
Principal Janet R Grooms Principal Principal E-mail jgroomsplainfieldk12njus
Principal Certification
The following certification must be made by the principal of the school Note Signatures must be kept on file at the school
I certify that I have been included in consultations related to the priority needs of my school and participated in the completion of this Title I Unified Plan I have been
an active member of the planning committee and provided input to the school needs assessment and the selection of priority problems I concur with the informationpresented herein including the identification of programs and activities that are funded by Title I Part A and if applicable SIA Part a
___ Janet R Grooms ______________________________ ___ Janet R Grooms_______________ __12-20-12
Principalrsquos Name Principalrsquos Signature Date
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School NCLB Committee
Select committee members to develop the Unified PlanNote For continuity some representatives from this needs assessment stakeholder committee should be included in the schoolwide stakeholder group andor the SINIplan committee Identify the stakeholders who participated in the needs assessment andor development of the plan Signatures should be kept on file in the school
office for review Print off a copy of this page to obtain signatures Add lines as necessary
Name Stakeholder GroupParticipated in Needs
AssessmentParticipated in Plan
Development Signature Aurora J Hill School Staff - Administrator X
Kim Moore-Jones School Staff ndash Social Worker X
Fatima Embden School Staff ndash Reading Specialist X X
Margie Barrett School Staff ndash Math Specialist X X
Mary Holt School Staff ndash Special Education
X X
Jesus Peraza School Staff ndash Bilingual LEP X X
Lauren Leaston Parent ndash PTO President X X
Janet R Grooms School Staff ndash Current Administrator
X
Lois K School Staff ndash 5th Grade Teacher X
Debbie Marcelline-Jenkins School Staff ndash 4th GradeTeacher
X
Terica Troutman 21st Century Coordinator X
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School NCLB Committee Meetings
List the dates of the meetings when the School NCLB Committee discussed the needs assessment and Unified Plan development Add rows as necessary
Date Location Topic Agenda on File Minutes on File
3rd Wednesday of every Month(2010-2011)
Barlow Elementary school X - Yes No X - Yes No
2011-2012 ndash ReorganizedNCLB Committee
Barlow School Library
November 15 2011 Barlow School Library School Action Plan X X
December 1 2011 Barlow School Library School Action Plan X X
January 19 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
February 16 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
March 15 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
April 19 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
May 17 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
June 7 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
Schoolrsquos Vision amp Mission
Provide update or develop the schoolrsquos vision and mission statement Refer to the Introduction for Unified Plan pages for guidance
What is the schoolrsquos vision statement
The staff parents and community of Barlow Elementary School are committed to achieving andmaintaining high academic standards We will maintain effective school leadership that fosters respecttrust and collaboration Collectively we will provide a safe and supportive learning environment thatfosters curiosity inquiry and a life- long passion for learning
What is the schoolrsquos mission Our mission aligns with the district mission The Plainfield Public Schools in partnership with its
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community shall do whatever it takes for every student to achieve high academic standards No Alibis NoExceptions No Excuses DeWitt D Barlow School has created a school action plan that focuses on thefollowing
2011-2012 Theme ndash ldquoWorking Towards Standardsrdquo
I Student Achievement
Use of rigorous data driven instruction to identify targeted focus areas for instructionre-teaching conferencing data chats and assessment
Recreation of instructional focus calendars
Schedule of lesson plans submitted bi-weekly
Use of model template for standards based bulletin boards
Implementation of the 25 books campaign for a December Kick-off
Encouraging students and parents to read and visit the Plainfield Public Library to get alibrary card at the Rain Forest Childrenrsquos section
Authorrsquos visits and school wide promotion of literacy theme
School based focus learning
Establishment of model classrooms for teachers to visit and observe walks
II Continuous professional development
Sustained professional development on CLI Lucy Calkins and use of cross gradearticulation sessions with Professional Learning Community Protocols for sharing bestpractice and improving instruction
Use of norms as a governing body for all PLC meetings
Review RTI in PLC meetings
III To promote a positive school climate and responsible student behaviorcitizenship
Formation of school discipline committee
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Creation of school wide student handbook and discipline plan of rules rewards andconsequences
Use of monthly character traits to begin in November 2011
LT Research on positive behavior programs ie) PBIS ndash Positive and
Behavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
Describe the process for developing or revising theschoolrsquos vision and mission
2010-2011 - Met with staff to come up with agreed upon goals objectives A draft was crafted andsubmitted to staff for input
2011-2012 ndash Through professional learning community meetings we shared the best practice for studentachievement and school climate and addressed areas in need of improvement as they pertain to the TitleI Plan and creation of a school wide action plan The Action Plan is a living document that will continue tobe modified and revised as the school year progresses
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2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment amp Data Analysis Summary
Data Collection and Analysis
Table A Multiple Measures Analyzed by the School in the Needs Assessment Process for 2011 Programs Strategies and PracticesResults and outcomes must be measurable
Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Academic Achievement ndash Reading NJASK DIA DRA ACUITY End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340 Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Writing NJASK ACUITY PPS Writes ndash Benchmark Writing Quarterly Assessments DIA
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340
Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Mathematics NJASK End of Unit AssessmentsTeacher Made Assessments
Safe Harbor was achieved in Elementary Math Grades 3-5 The majority of students arenot meeting grade level standards
Math
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 556 289 575 491
Prof 389 632 375 472
Adv Prof 56 79 50 38
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Parent Involvement Back ndashto-School Night ParentTeacher Conferences PTO Sign-InSheets Global Connect AwardHonor Roll Principal
Luncheon Parent Involvement DayCareer Day Field Trips ConcertsampTheater Events Science FairSpelling Bee Geography Bee andCultural Events
There was high parental involvement at concerts student performances and culturalevents There was low to intermediate participation at PTO Meetings
Professional Development Grade Level and Staff Meeting Agendas and Minutes LucyCaulkins Writing CLI CharlotteDanielsonrsquos Framework for Teaching
Professional development in the area of writing was aligned to instruction and corecontent standards Professional development in Math and Science was minimal Morevertical articulation between grades levels is needed as well as job embeddedprofessional development
Extended Learning Opportunities BEAR After School Program and21st Century Grant Tutoring
Students made little gains as evidence of academic growth on the NJASK
Homeless NA NA
Students with Disabilities NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments Resource RoomTeacher Data
See LAL amp Math for Total population
English Language Learners NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made
Assessments ACCESS TestingData
See LAL amp Math for Total population
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
See LAL amp Math for Total population
School Culture Attendance at School Events High level of participation at most events as evidence by sign in sheets
Leadership District focus walk Evidence of recommended areas of strengths and suggestions for improvement
Highly Qualified Staff Highly Qualified Binder and Forms All teachers are highly qualified
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
School-Based Youth Services NA NA
Evaluation of 2011 Teaching and Learning Strategies amp Programs
Table B Strategies to Increase Student Achievement That Were Implemented in 2011
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Read 180 LAL Yes Student Lexile Reports Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
NJASK Coach Test prepProblem Solving notebooks(Grades 3-6)
Mathematics Yes Student data DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
Table C Description of Extended DayYear Programs Implemented in 2011 to Address Academic Deficiencies - Do not include SES programs
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
BEAR After School Program
(Grades 3 4 5 6 belowproficiency)
Math ndash All studentsgrades 3-6 inclusiveof SPED ELL ED
Yes Student data DIA Teacher made assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
BEAR After School Program Language Arts ndash Allstudents grades 3-6inclusive of SPEDELL ED
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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School NCLB Committee
Select committee members to develop the Unified PlanNote For continuity some representatives from this needs assessment stakeholder committee should be included in the schoolwide stakeholder group andor the SINIplan committee Identify the stakeholders who participated in the needs assessment andor development of the plan Signatures should be kept on file in the school
office for review Print off a copy of this page to obtain signatures Add lines as necessary
Name Stakeholder GroupParticipated in Needs
AssessmentParticipated in Plan
Development Signature Aurora J Hill School Staff - Administrator X
Kim Moore-Jones School Staff ndash Social Worker X
Fatima Embden School Staff ndash Reading Specialist X X
Margie Barrett School Staff ndash Math Specialist X X
Mary Holt School Staff ndash Special Education
X X
Jesus Peraza School Staff ndash Bilingual LEP X X
Lauren Leaston Parent ndash PTO President X X
Janet R Grooms School Staff ndash Current Administrator
X
Lois K School Staff ndash 5th Grade Teacher X
Debbie Marcelline-Jenkins School Staff ndash 4th GradeTeacher
X
Terica Troutman 21st Century Coordinator X
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School NCLB Committee Meetings
List the dates of the meetings when the School NCLB Committee discussed the needs assessment and Unified Plan development Add rows as necessary
Date Location Topic Agenda on File Minutes on File
3rd Wednesday of every Month(2010-2011)
Barlow Elementary school X - Yes No X - Yes No
2011-2012 ndash ReorganizedNCLB Committee
Barlow School Library
November 15 2011 Barlow School Library School Action Plan X X
December 1 2011 Barlow School Library School Action Plan X X
January 19 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
February 16 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
March 15 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
April 19 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
May 17 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
June 7 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
Schoolrsquos Vision amp Mission
Provide update or develop the schoolrsquos vision and mission statement Refer to the Introduction for Unified Plan pages for guidance
What is the schoolrsquos vision statement
The staff parents and community of Barlow Elementary School are committed to achieving andmaintaining high academic standards We will maintain effective school leadership that fosters respecttrust and collaboration Collectively we will provide a safe and supportive learning environment thatfosters curiosity inquiry and a life- long passion for learning
What is the schoolrsquos mission Our mission aligns with the district mission The Plainfield Public Schools in partnership with its
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community shall do whatever it takes for every student to achieve high academic standards No Alibis NoExceptions No Excuses DeWitt D Barlow School has created a school action plan that focuses on thefollowing
2011-2012 Theme ndash ldquoWorking Towards Standardsrdquo
I Student Achievement
Use of rigorous data driven instruction to identify targeted focus areas for instructionre-teaching conferencing data chats and assessment
Recreation of instructional focus calendars
Schedule of lesson plans submitted bi-weekly
Use of model template for standards based bulletin boards
Implementation of the 25 books campaign for a December Kick-off
Encouraging students and parents to read and visit the Plainfield Public Library to get alibrary card at the Rain Forest Childrenrsquos section
Authorrsquos visits and school wide promotion of literacy theme
School based focus learning
Establishment of model classrooms for teachers to visit and observe walks
II Continuous professional development
Sustained professional development on CLI Lucy Calkins and use of cross gradearticulation sessions with Professional Learning Community Protocols for sharing bestpractice and improving instruction
Use of norms as a governing body for all PLC meetings
Review RTI in PLC meetings
III To promote a positive school climate and responsible student behaviorcitizenship
Formation of school discipline committee
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Creation of school wide student handbook and discipline plan of rules rewards andconsequences
Use of monthly character traits to begin in November 2011
LT Research on positive behavior programs ie) PBIS ndash Positive and
Behavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
Describe the process for developing or revising theschoolrsquos vision and mission
2010-2011 - Met with staff to come up with agreed upon goals objectives A draft was crafted andsubmitted to staff for input
2011-2012 ndash Through professional learning community meetings we shared the best practice for studentachievement and school climate and addressed areas in need of improvement as they pertain to the TitleI Plan and creation of a school wide action plan The Action Plan is a living document that will continue tobe modified and revised as the school year progresses
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2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment amp Data Analysis Summary
Data Collection and Analysis
Table A Multiple Measures Analyzed by the School in the Needs Assessment Process for 2011 Programs Strategies and PracticesResults and outcomes must be measurable
Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Academic Achievement ndash Reading NJASK DIA DRA ACUITY End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340 Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Writing NJASK ACUITY PPS Writes ndash Benchmark Writing Quarterly Assessments DIA
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340
Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Mathematics NJASK End of Unit AssessmentsTeacher Made Assessments
Safe Harbor was achieved in Elementary Math Grades 3-5 The majority of students arenot meeting grade level standards
Math
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 556 289 575 491
Prof 389 632 375 472
Adv Prof 56 79 50 38
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Parent Involvement Back ndashto-School Night ParentTeacher Conferences PTO Sign-InSheets Global Connect AwardHonor Roll Principal
Luncheon Parent Involvement DayCareer Day Field Trips ConcertsampTheater Events Science FairSpelling Bee Geography Bee andCultural Events
There was high parental involvement at concerts student performances and culturalevents There was low to intermediate participation at PTO Meetings
Professional Development Grade Level and Staff Meeting Agendas and Minutes LucyCaulkins Writing CLI CharlotteDanielsonrsquos Framework for Teaching
Professional development in the area of writing was aligned to instruction and corecontent standards Professional development in Math and Science was minimal Morevertical articulation between grades levels is needed as well as job embeddedprofessional development
Extended Learning Opportunities BEAR After School Program and21st Century Grant Tutoring
Students made little gains as evidence of academic growth on the NJASK
Homeless NA NA
Students with Disabilities NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments Resource RoomTeacher Data
See LAL amp Math for Total population
English Language Learners NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made
Assessments ACCESS TestingData
See LAL amp Math for Total population
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
See LAL amp Math for Total population
School Culture Attendance at School Events High level of participation at most events as evidence by sign in sheets
Leadership District focus walk Evidence of recommended areas of strengths and suggestions for improvement
Highly Qualified Staff Highly Qualified Binder and Forms All teachers are highly qualified
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
School-Based Youth Services NA NA
Evaluation of 2011 Teaching and Learning Strategies amp Programs
Table B Strategies to Increase Student Achievement That Were Implemented in 2011
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Read 180 LAL Yes Student Lexile Reports Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
NJASK Coach Test prepProblem Solving notebooks(Grades 3-6)
Mathematics Yes Student data DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
Table C Description of Extended DayYear Programs Implemented in 2011 to Address Academic Deficiencies - Do not include SES programs
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
BEAR After School Program
(Grades 3 4 5 6 belowproficiency)
Math ndash All studentsgrades 3-6 inclusiveof SPED ELL ED
Yes Student data DIA Teacher made assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
BEAR After School Program Language Arts ndash Allstudents grades 3-6inclusive of SPEDELL ED
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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School NCLB Committee Meetings
List the dates of the meetings when the School NCLB Committee discussed the needs assessment and Unified Plan development Add rows as necessary
Date Location Topic Agenda on File Minutes on File
3rd Wednesday of every Month(2010-2011)
Barlow Elementary school X - Yes No X - Yes No
2011-2012 ndash ReorganizedNCLB Committee
Barlow School Library
November 15 2011 Barlow School Library School Action Plan X X
December 1 2011 Barlow School Library School Action Plan X X
January 19 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
February 16 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
March 15 2012 Barlow School Library School Action Plan TBD TBD
April 19 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
May 17 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
June 7 2012 Barlow School Library 2013 Title I Plan TBD TBD
Schoolrsquos Vision amp Mission
Provide update or develop the schoolrsquos vision and mission statement Refer to the Introduction for Unified Plan pages for guidance
What is the schoolrsquos vision statement
The staff parents and community of Barlow Elementary School are committed to achieving andmaintaining high academic standards We will maintain effective school leadership that fosters respecttrust and collaboration Collectively we will provide a safe and supportive learning environment thatfosters curiosity inquiry and a life- long passion for learning
What is the schoolrsquos mission Our mission aligns with the district mission The Plainfield Public Schools in partnership with its
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community shall do whatever it takes for every student to achieve high academic standards No Alibis NoExceptions No Excuses DeWitt D Barlow School has created a school action plan that focuses on thefollowing
2011-2012 Theme ndash ldquoWorking Towards Standardsrdquo
I Student Achievement
Use of rigorous data driven instruction to identify targeted focus areas for instructionre-teaching conferencing data chats and assessment
Recreation of instructional focus calendars
Schedule of lesson plans submitted bi-weekly
Use of model template for standards based bulletin boards
Implementation of the 25 books campaign for a December Kick-off
Encouraging students and parents to read and visit the Plainfield Public Library to get alibrary card at the Rain Forest Childrenrsquos section
Authorrsquos visits and school wide promotion of literacy theme
School based focus learning
Establishment of model classrooms for teachers to visit and observe walks
II Continuous professional development
Sustained professional development on CLI Lucy Calkins and use of cross gradearticulation sessions with Professional Learning Community Protocols for sharing bestpractice and improving instruction
Use of norms as a governing body for all PLC meetings
Review RTI in PLC meetings
III To promote a positive school climate and responsible student behaviorcitizenship
Formation of school discipline committee
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Creation of school wide student handbook and discipline plan of rules rewards andconsequences
Use of monthly character traits to begin in November 2011
LT Research on positive behavior programs ie) PBIS ndash Positive and
Behavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
Describe the process for developing or revising theschoolrsquos vision and mission
2010-2011 - Met with staff to come up with agreed upon goals objectives A draft was crafted andsubmitted to staff for input
2011-2012 ndash Through professional learning community meetings we shared the best practice for studentachievement and school climate and addressed areas in need of improvement as they pertain to the TitleI Plan and creation of a school wide action plan The Action Plan is a living document that will continue tobe modified and revised as the school year progresses
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2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment amp Data Analysis Summary
Data Collection and Analysis
Table A Multiple Measures Analyzed by the School in the Needs Assessment Process for 2011 Programs Strategies and PracticesResults and outcomes must be measurable
Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Academic Achievement ndash Reading NJASK DIA DRA ACUITY End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340 Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Writing NJASK ACUITY PPS Writes ndash Benchmark Writing Quarterly Assessments DIA
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340
Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Mathematics NJASK End of Unit AssessmentsTeacher Made Assessments
Safe Harbor was achieved in Elementary Math Grades 3-5 The majority of students arenot meeting grade level standards
Math
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 556 289 575 491
Prof 389 632 375 472
Adv Prof 56 79 50 38
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Parent Involvement Back ndashto-School Night ParentTeacher Conferences PTO Sign-InSheets Global Connect AwardHonor Roll Principal
Luncheon Parent Involvement DayCareer Day Field Trips ConcertsampTheater Events Science FairSpelling Bee Geography Bee andCultural Events
There was high parental involvement at concerts student performances and culturalevents There was low to intermediate participation at PTO Meetings
Professional Development Grade Level and Staff Meeting Agendas and Minutes LucyCaulkins Writing CLI CharlotteDanielsonrsquos Framework for Teaching
Professional development in the area of writing was aligned to instruction and corecontent standards Professional development in Math and Science was minimal Morevertical articulation between grades levels is needed as well as job embeddedprofessional development
Extended Learning Opportunities BEAR After School Program and21st Century Grant Tutoring
Students made little gains as evidence of academic growth on the NJASK
Homeless NA NA
Students with Disabilities NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments Resource RoomTeacher Data
See LAL amp Math for Total population
English Language Learners NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made
Assessments ACCESS TestingData
See LAL amp Math for Total population
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
See LAL amp Math for Total population
School Culture Attendance at School Events High level of participation at most events as evidence by sign in sheets
Leadership District focus walk Evidence of recommended areas of strengths and suggestions for improvement
Highly Qualified Staff Highly Qualified Binder and Forms All teachers are highly qualified
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
School-Based Youth Services NA NA
Evaluation of 2011 Teaching and Learning Strategies amp Programs
Table B Strategies to Increase Student Achievement That Were Implemented in 2011
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Read 180 LAL Yes Student Lexile Reports Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
NJASK Coach Test prepProblem Solving notebooks(Grades 3-6)
Mathematics Yes Student data DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
Table C Description of Extended DayYear Programs Implemented in 2011 to Address Academic Deficiencies - Do not include SES programs
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
BEAR After School Program
(Grades 3 4 5 6 belowproficiency)
Math ndash All studentsgrades 3-6 inclusiveof SPED ELL ED
Yes Student data DIA Teacher made assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
BEAR After School Program Language Arts ndash Allstudents grades 3-6inclusive of SPEDELL ED
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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community shall do whatever it takes for every student to achieve high academic standards No Alibis NoExceptions No Excuses DeWitt D Barlow School has created a school action plan that focuses on thefollowing
2011-2012 Theme ndash ldquoWorking Towards Standardsrdquo
I Student Achievement
Use of rigorous data driven instruction to identify targeted focus areas for instructionre-teaching conferencing data chats and assessment
Recreation of instructional focus calendars
Schedule of lesson plans submitted bi-weekly
Use of model template for standards based bulletin boards
Implementation of the 25 books campaign for a December Kick-off
Encouraging students and parents to read and visit the Plainfield Public Library to get alibrary card at the Rain Forest Childrenrsquos section
Authorrsquos visits and school wide promotion of literacy theme
School based focus learning
Establishment of model classrooms for teachers to visit and observe walks
II Continuous professional development
Sustained professional development on CLI Lucy Calkins and use of cross gradearticulation sessions with Professional Learning Community Protocols for sharing bestpractice and improving instruction
Use of norms as a governing body for all PLC meetings
Review RTI in PLC meetings
III To promote a positive school climate and responsible student behaviorcitizenship
Formation of school discipline committee
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Creation of school wide student handbook and discipline plan of rules rewards andconsequences
Use of monthly character traits to begin in November 2011
LT Research on positive behavior programs ie) PBIS ndash Positive and
Behavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
Describe the process for developing or revising theschoolrsquos vision and mission
2010-2011 - Met with staff to come up with agreed upon goals objectives A draft was crafted andsubmitted to staff for input
2011-2012 ndash Through professional learning community meetings we shared the best practice for studentachievement and school climate and addressed areas in need of improvement as they pertain to the TitleI Plan and creation of a school wide action plan The Action Plan is a living document that will continue tobe modified and revised as the school year progresses
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2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment amp Data Analysis Summary
Data Collection and Analysis
Table A Multiple Measures Analyzed by the School in the Needs Assessment Process for 2011 Programs Strategies and PracticesResults and outcomes must be measurable
Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Academic Achievement ndash Reading NJASK DIA DRA ACUITY End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340 Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Writing NJASK ACUITY PPS Writes ndash Benchmark Writing Quarterly Assessments DIA
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340
Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Mathematics NJASK End of Unit AssessmentsTeacher Made Assessments
Safe Harbor was achieved in Elementary Math Grades 3-5 The majority of students arenot meeting grade level standards
Math
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 556 289 575 491
Prof 389 632 375 472
Adv Prof 56 79 50 38
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Parent Involvement Back ndashto-School Night ParentTeacher Conferences PTO Sign-InSheets Global Connect AwardHonor Roll Principal
Luncheon Parent Involvement DayCareer Day Field Trips ConcertsampTheater Events Science FairSpelling Bee Geography Bee andCultural Events
There was high parental involvement at concerts student performances and culturalevents There was low to intermediate participation at PTO Meetings
Professional Development Grade Level and Staff Meeting Agendas and Minutes LucyCaulkins Writing CLI CharlotteDanielsonrsquos Framework for Teaching
Professional development in the area of writing was aligned to instruction and corecontent standards Professional development in Math and Science was minimal Morevertical articulation between grades levels is needed as well as job embeddedprofessional development
Extended Learning Opportunities BEAR After School Program and21st Century Grant Tutoring
Students made little gains as evidence of academic growth on the NJASK
Homeless NA NA
Students with Disabilities NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments Resource RoomTeacher Data
See LAL amp Math for Total population
English Language Learners NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made
Assessments ACCESS TestingData
See LAL amp Math for Total population
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
See LAL amp Math for Total population
School Culture Attendance at School Events High level of participation at most events as evidence by sign in sheets
Leadership District focus walk Evidence of recommended areas of strengths and suggestions for improvement
Highly Qualified Staff Highly Qualified Binder and Forms All teachers are highly qualified
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
School-Based Youth Services NA NA
Evaluation of 2011 Teaching and Learning Strategies amp Programs
Table B Strategies to Increase Student Achievement That Were Implemented in 2011
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Read 180 LAL Yes Student Lexile Reports Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
NJASK Coach Test prepProblem Solving notebooks(Grades 3-6)
Mathematics Yes Student data DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
Table C Description of Extended DayYear Programs Implemented in 2011 to Address Academic Deficiencies - Do not include SES programs
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
BEAR After School Program
(Grades 3 4 5 6 belowproficiency)
Math ndash All studentsgrades 3-6 inclusiveof SPED ELL ED
Yes Student data DIA Teacher made assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
BEAR After School Program Language Arts ndash Allstudents grades 3-6inclusive of SPEDELL ED
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Creation of school wide student handbook and discipline plan of rules rewards andconsequences
Use of monthly character traits to begin in November 2011
LT Research on positive behavior programs ie) PBIS ndash Positive and
Behavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
Describe the process for developing or revising theschoolrsquos vision and mission
2010-2011 - Met with staff to come up with agreed upon goals objectives A draft was crafted andsubmitted to staff for input
2011-2012 ndash Through professional learning community meetings we shared the best practice for studentachievement and school climate and addressed areas in need of improvement as they pertain to the TitleI Plan and creation of a school wide action plan The Action Plan is a living document that will continue tobe modified and revised as the school year progresses
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2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment amp Data Analysis Summary
Data Collection and Analysis
Table A Multiple Measures Analyzed by the School in the Needs Assessment Process for 2011 Programs Strategies and PracticesResults and outcomes must be measurable
Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Academic Achievement ndash Reading NJASK DIA DRA ACUITY End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340 Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Writing NJASK ACUITY PPS Writes ndash Benchmark Writing Quarterly Assessments DIA
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340
Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Mathematics NJASK End of Unit AssessmentsTeacher Made Assessments
Safe Harbor was achieved in Elementary Math Grades 3-5 The majority of students arenot meeting grade level standards
Math
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 556 289 575 491
Prof 389 632 375 472
Adv Prof 56 79 50 38
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Parent Involvement Back ndashto-School Night ParentTeacher Conferences PTO Sign-InSheets Global Connect AwardHonor Roll Principal
Luncheon Parent Involvement DayCareer Day Field Trips ConcertsampTheater Events Science FairSpelling Bee Geography Bee andCultural Events
There was high parental involvement at concerts student performances and culturalevents There was low to intermediate participation at PTO Meetings
Professional Development Grade Level and Staff Meeting Agendas and Minutes LucyCaulkins Writing CLI CharlotteDanielsonrsquos Framework for Teaching
Professional development in the area of writing was aligned to instruction and corecontent standards Professional development in Math and Science was minimal Morevertical articulation between grades levels is needed as well as job embeddedprofessional development
Extended Learning Opportunities BEAR After School Program and21st Century Grant Tutoring
Students made little gains as evidence of academic growth on the NJASK
Homeless NA NA
Students with Disabilities NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments Resource RoomTeacher Data
See LAL amp Math for Total population
English Language Learners NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made
Assessments ACCESS TestingData
See LAL amp Math for Total population
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
See LAL amp Math for Total population
School Culture Attendance at School Events High level of participation at most events as evidence by sign in sheets
Leadership District focus walk Evidence of recommended areas of strengths and suggestions for improvement
Highly Qualified Staff Highly Qualified Binder and Forms All teachers are highly qualified
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
School-Based Youth Services NA NA
Evaluation of 2011 Teaching and Learning Strategies amp Programs
Table B Strategies to Increase Student Achievement That Were Implemented in 2011
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Read 180 LAL Yes Student Lexile Reports Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
NJASK Coach Test prepProblem Solving notebooks(Grades 3-6)
Mathematics Yes Student data DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
Table C Description of Extended DayYear Programs Implemented in 2011 to Address Academic Deficiencies - Do not include SES programs
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
BEAR After School Program
(Grades 3 4 5 6 belowproficiency)
Math ndash All studentsgrades 3-6 inclusiveof SPED ELL ED
Yes Student data DIA Teacher made assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
BEAR After School Program Language Arts ndash Allstudents grades 3-6inclusive of SPEDELL ED
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment amp Data Analysis Summary
Data Collection and Analysis
Table A Multiple Measures Analyzed by the School in the Needs Assessment Process for 2011 Programs Strategies and PracticesResults and outcomes must be measurable
Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Academic Achievement ndash Reading NJASK DIA DRA ACUITY End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340 Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Writing NJASK ACUITY PPS Writes ndash Benchmark Writing Quarterly Assessments DIA
The majority of students are not meeting grade level standards
LAL
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 667 632 744 660
Prof 333 368 256 340
Adv Prof 0 0 0 0
Academic Achievement - Mathematics NJASK End of Unit AssessmentsTeacher Made Assessments
Safe Harbor was achieved in Elementary Math Grades 3-5 The majority of students arenot meeting grade level standards
Math
NJASK 2011
Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 6
Part Prof 556 289 575 491
Prof 389 632 375 472
Adv Prof 56 79 50 38
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Parent Involvement Back ndashto-School Night ParentTeacher Conferences PTO Sign-InSheets Global Connect AwardHonor Roll Principal
Luncheon Parent Involvement DayCareer Day Field Trips ConcertsampTheater Events Science FairSpelling Bee Geography Bee andCultural Events
There was high parental involvement at concerts student performances and culturalevents There was low to intermediate participation at PTO Meetings
Professional Development Grade Level and Staff Meeting Agendas and Minutes LucyCaulkins Writing CLI CharlotteDanielsonrsquos Framework for Teaching
Professional development in the area of writing was aligned to instruction and corecontent standards Professional development in Math and Science was minimal Morevertical articulation between grades levels is needed as well as job embeddedprofessional development
Extended Learning Opportunities BEAR After School Program and21st Century Grant Tutoring
Students made little gains as evidence of academic growth on the NJASK
Homeless NA NA
Students with Disabilities NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments Resource RoomTeacher Data
See LAL amp Math for Total population
English Language Learners NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made
Assessments ACCESS TestingData
See LAL amp Math for Total population
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
See LAL amp Math for Total population
School Culture Attendance at School Events High level of participation at most events as evidence by sign in sheets
Leadership District focus walk Evidence of recommended areas of strengths and suggestions for improvement
Highly Qualified Staff Highly Qualified Binder and Forms All teachers are highly qualified
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
School-Based Youth Services NA NA
Evaluation of 2011 Teaching and Learning Strategies amp Programs
Table B Strategies to Increase Student Achievement That Were Implemented in 2011
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Read 180 LAL Yes Student Lexile Reports Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
NJASK Coach Test prepProblem Solving notebooks(Grades 3-6)
Mathematics Yes Student data DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
Table C Description of Extended DayYear Programs Implemented in 2011 to Address Academic Deficiencies - Do not include SES programs
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
BEAR After School Program
(Grades 3 4 5 6 belowproficiency)
Math ndash All studentsgrades 3-6 inclusiveof SPED ELL ED
Yes Student data DIA Teacher made assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
BEAR After School Program Language Arts ndash Allstudents grades 3-6inclusive of SPEDELL ED
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Parent Involvement Back ndashto-School Night ParentTeacher Conferences PTO Sign-InSheets Global Connect AwardHonor Roll Principal
Luncheon Parent Involvement DayCareer Day Field Trips ConcertsampTheater Events Science FairSpelling Bee Geography Bee andCultural Events
There was high parental involvement at concerts student performances and culturalevents There was low to intermediate participation at PTO Meetings
Professional Development Grade Level and Staff Meeting Agendas and Minutes LucyCaulkins Writing CLI CharlotteDanielsonrsquos Framework for Teaching
Professional development in the area of writing was aligned to instruction and corecontent standards Professional development in Math and Science was minimal Morevertical articulation between grades levels is needed as well as job embeddedprofessional development
Extended Learning Opportunities BEAR After School Program and21st Century Grant Tutoring
Students made little gains as evidence of academic growth on the NJASK
Homeless NA NA
Students with Disabilities NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments Resource RoomTeacher Data
See LAL amp Math for Total population
English Language Learners NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made
Assessments ACCESS TestingData
See LAL amp Math for Total population
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK DIA DRA End of Unit Assessments Teacher Made Assessments
See LAL amp Math for Total population
School Culture Attendance at School Events High level of participation at most events as evidence by sign in sheets
Leadership District focus walk Evidence of recommended areas of strengths and suggestions for improvement
Highly Qualified Staff Highly Qualified Binder and Forms All teachers are highly qualified
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
School-Based Youth Services NA NA
Evaluation of 2011 Teaching and Learning Strategies amp Programs
Table B Strategies to Increase Student Achievement That Were Implemented in 2011
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Read 180 LAL Yes Student Lexile Reports Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
NJASK Coach Test prepProblem Solving notebooks(Grades 3-6)
Mathematics Yes Student data DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
Table C Description of Extended DayYear Programs Implemented in 2011 to Address Academic Deficiencies - Do not include SES programs
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
BEAR After School Program
(Grades 3 4 5 6 belowproficiency)
Math ndash All studentsgrades 3-6 inclusiveof SPED ELL ED
Yes Student data DIA Teacher made assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
BEAR After School Program Language Arts ndash Allstudents grades 3-6inclusive of SPEDELL ED
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
School-Based Youth Services NA NA
Evaluation of 2011 Teaching and Learning Strategies amp Programs
Table B Strategies to Increase Student Achievement That Were Implemented in 2011
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Read 180 LAL Yes Student Lexile Reports Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
NJASK Coach Test prepProblem Solving notebooks(Grades 3-6)
Mathematics Yes Student data DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
Table C Description of Extended DayYear Programs Implemented in 2011 to Address Academic Deficiencies - Do not include SES programs
THIS TABLE IS FOR 2010-2011 OUTCOMES
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
BEAR After School Program
(Grades 3 4 5 6 belowproficiency)
Math ndash All studentsgrades 3-6 inclusiveof SPED ELL ED
Yes Student data DIA Teacher made assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
BEAR After School Program Language Arts ndash Allstudents grades 3-6inclusive of SPEDELL ED
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior data to ascertain Read 180effectiveness from prior school year
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Table D Professional Development That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
5
Measurable Outcomes
Through this series of workshops and modelingsessions teachers were trainedin areas such as creatingpractice NJASK writingprompts poetry promptsexpository prompts and ingetting our students to usecompositional risks to scorehigher on open-ended reading
and writing sections LucyCalkins and CLI Prof Dev
LAL Yes Lesson Plans aligned toNJASK test prep skillsStudent work withcommentary on the writingprocess My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the quantity and thewriting process for student published pieces in theportfolio
Incorporation of Problem SolvingNotebooks (3-6)
Mathematics Yes Lesson Plans aligned totargeted skillsStudent work andassessments organized in thedata binder My Learning PlanProfessional Development for meeting 100 PD hours
As a result of PD teachers gained significantstrategies and collaborated to share best practicesresulting in improvement on the assessmentsorganized in the data binder for studentconferencing re-teaching and retesting In additionteachers utilized the Problem Solving Notebooks (3-6)as a tool for increasing student proficiency in this weakarea of math Thus resulting in safe harbor for grades 3-5
in Math for the 2011 NJASK Students withDisabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Table E Parent Involvement That Was Implemented in 2011
1
Strategy or Program
2
ContentGroupFocus
3
Effective
Yes-No
4
Documentation of Effectiveness
This could be attendancesheets or any other
documentation you keep
5
Measurable Outcomes
Back to School Night All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
Parent ndash Teacher Conferences
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement as evidenced by sign insheets for parent attendance
PTO All Content areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet Low to moderate level of parent attendance and involvement asevidenced by sign in sheets for parent attendanceHigh family involvement at events where students perform
Communications (GlobalConnect LettersProgress Reports)
All Content Areas Yes Attendance and Sign-In Sheet High level of parent and student involvement through electroniccommunications to parents in English and Spanish
Students with Disabilities Attendance and Sign-In Sheets
HomelessMigrant High Student Engagement
ELL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
LAL Attendance and Sign-In Sheet
Mathematics
Students with Disabilities
HomelessMigrant
ELL
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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2012 Needs Assessment amp Evaluation Summary
When responding to the questions below data from Tables A B C D and E should be used
1 Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment
Instructional priorities and program implementations are based on the need of our school The Genesis System enables the teachers to analyze their class data andassess performance of their students at various levels such as class student groups and individual student level This is also used as a tool to identify studentstrengths and weaknesses as related to the core content standards
2 Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups
Data is disaggregated by clusters class rosters and targeted skills for student subgroups The classroom after school and SES instruction becomes a data drivendecision making in order to differentiate instruction for student individual needs
3 Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable
The strengths and weaknesses are taken directly from data received from the state The information is reviewed and monitored frequently for accuracy andchanges
4 What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction
The data revealed that students had to catch up on many skills in third grade Once students became familiar with the skills they began to show improvement
5 What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)
The data revealed that students had made some gains particularly in the area of mathematics Teachers had received training in analyzing data examining studentwork and targeted instruction The data showed that we had made some gains in literacy but more work is needed in this area
6 How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner
The above describe methods of data collection enables us to identify at-risk students In addition practice tests mimicking State tests in format and content are givenregularly These results are analyzed by teachers and administration This helps to further identify and address weakness at the student level
7 How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance
At-risk students are identified at the beginning of the year They receive differentiated instruction in the classroom as well as small group pull-out These samestudents also receive interventions from our after school program or an SES program
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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8 How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs
N A
9 How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs
Students that are deemed homeless received transportation to and from school at the temporary residence while as needed Additionally students andfamilies received in-school counseling and community based social services to address needs
10 How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructionalprogram
Teachers collaborated to develop classroom and benchmark assessments This took place during grade level and faculty meetings
11 Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten if applicable
Barlow School is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively Preschoolteachers of 4-year olds visit our kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to ensure that their
students will be ready by the end of the year Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect in the upcoming school yearWhen time permits Teachers of Kindergarten and Preschool Principals Center Directors and Early Childhood Supervisor and Director visit the preschoolclassrooms together and share feedback relating to observations and reflections
12 Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan
We used information from benchmark and teacher made assessments We also used professional development surveys
13 What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP
Many of the students showed weaknesses in comprehension (analyzing and interpreting text) We attributed this to their lack of background knowledge and have
implemented a program to build vocabulary We also implemented strategies to teach students how to respond to open-ended questions In addition severalstudents showed weaknesses in writing We implemented strategies to address one of the root causes which was grammar and punctuation Many of the studentshad poor grammar mostly because they were trying to process two languages The root cause of many of the deficiencies in language arts were due to barriers inunderstanding the English language
14 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 1 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
15 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 2 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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16 Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal 3 in the action plan
NOT APPLICABLE
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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2012 Needs Assessment ndash Partially Proficient
Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 15 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 23 43 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 19 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency
Grade 4 36 28 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 5 19 30 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for program
effectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
Grade 6 NA 10 BEAR After School Safety Net Program Lack of end of program report to analyze data for programeffectiveness Need to develop more focused curriculum withtangible amp measureable data targets with technical assistance
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Selection of Priority Problems
School Needs Assessment Summary Matrix Certification For Title I SINIs and SW schools Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed
Using information from the data analysis identify all priority problemsSelect three or four priority problems to address in this plan The selected problems should be checked in column T
When completing the matrix below data from Tables A B C D E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k
o f d r o p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a
b u s e r s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s
o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c
i f y )_
____________
T
S e l e c t e d
P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
S t u d
e n t A c a d e m i c N e e d s
1 Closing the achievement gap X
2 Early childhood education
C o r e
C u r r i c u l u m C
o n t e n t
S t a n d a r d s
3a Language arts literacy and reading X X
3b Mathematics X X
3c Science X
3d Social studies X
3e World Languages3f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
4 Technology Literacy X
S t a f f N e e d s
H i g h Q u a l i t y P r o f e s s i o n a l
D e v e l o p m e n t
5
I m p l e m e n t i n g
t h e C C C S 5a Language Arts Literacy
5b Mathematics
5c Science X
5d Social studies X
5e World Languages
5f Cross Content Workplace Readiness
Effective classroom use of X X
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
6 technology
7 Standards-based assessment
8 Instructional skills and strategies
9 Mentoring
10 Classroom management
11 Using dataassess to improvelearning X
12 Working with parents
H i r i n g
R e c r u i t i n g a n d
R e t a i n i n g
13 Highly qualified teachers
14 Teachers in shortage areas
15 Teachers in Math and Science
16 Teachers to reduce class size
17 Qualified paraprofessionals
18 Highly qualified personnel
P r o b l e m s I d e n t i f i e d
19 Alcohol use
20 Drug use
21 Tobacco use22 Violence
23 Weapons
24 Gang activity
25 Delinquency
26 Vandalism
27Suspensions removals or expulsions
28Serious or persistent disciplineproblems
29 Bullying
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m
Priority Problem
Population Categories
A
A l l s t u d e n t s
B
S t u d e n t s w i t h D i s a
b i l i t i e s
C
E a r l y c h i l d h o o d
D
E c o n
d i s a d v a n t a g
e d
E
N e g l e c t e d d e l i n q u e n t
F
Y o u t h a t r i s k o f d r o
p p i n g o u t
G
R a c i a l e t h n i c
H
H o m e l e s s
I I m m i g r a n t
J
L E P
K
T e a c h e r s
L
P a r a p r o f e s s i o n a l s
M
P a r e n t s
N
S u b s t a n c e a b u s e r
s
O
P e r p e t r a t o r s o f V i o l e n c e
P
O u t - o f - s c h o o l
Q
M e n t a l h e a l t h
R
G i f t e d amp T a l e n t e d
S
O t h e r ( S p e c i f y )_
__
__________
T
S e l e c t e d P r i o r i t y P r o b l e m s
30 Victimization
31 Truancyattendance
32 Mental health
33 Sexgender issues
34 Interpersonal conflict
35 Intergroup conflictbias
36 Negative peer influence
37 School safety
38 School climateenvironment
39 Risk factorsQualityTeacher 40 Teacher Quality
Tech amp EdMaterials
41 Technology activities X
42 InstructionalEducational MaterialsStudents with
SpecialNeeds 43 Drop-out rate
Literacy ampAdult Ed
44 Adult literacy
45 Parentcommunity involvement
Leadership46 Leadership Network
47 Leadership PD
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process Select at least three priority problemsComplete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages Add additional sections as needed
1 2Population Category Letter ampProblem Number
A ndash 3a A ndash 3b
Name of priority problem Language Arts Literacy Reading Mathematics
Describe the priority problem Students are unable to explain ideas and concepts ReadingComprehensionProblem Solving
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Students have limited background knowledge and vocabularyStudents are unable to comprehend what is read As a result theydemonstrate an inability to analyze text and properly transfer knowledge to demonstrate proficiency
Students are unable to interpret word problems due to a lack of comprehension skills and vocabulary
Subgroup or population addressed ALL STUDENTS ALL STUDENTS
Grade spanK-6 K-6
Related content area missed Mathematics Language Arts Literacy
Name of scientifically researchbased programstrategypracticeto address problem
Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative Building Academic Vocabulary Everyday Math Program ndash Differentiated small group instruction
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
Students are assessed on NJ literacy standards Students are assessed on NJ math standards
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA NA
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them (continued)
3 4
Population Category Letter amp
Problem Number
K 6
Name of priority problem Effective classroom use of technology
Describe the priority problem Underuse of technology in the classroom
Describe the root causes of theproblem
Many teachers have technology in the classroom but do not embed itin their teaching due to insufficient training
Subgroup or populationaddressed
Teachers
Grade span K-6
Related content area missed ALL
Name of scientifically research
based programstrategypracticeto address problem
New Jersey Educational Technology Plan
Professional development workshops to assist teachers in infusingtechnology into all curriculum areas
How does the programstrategyalign with the NJ CCCS
This strategy supports New Jerseyrsquos technology mission
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NA
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Action Planning
Check Before Proceeding The action planning section is required for all SINIs
The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems At least ten steps must be identified
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 1
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Language Arts Literacy building background knowledge
and academic vocabulary for comprehension in LAL are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal
(Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts as a result of participating in
extended day intervention programs and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective schoolpractices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments2 Read 180 Reading Plus benchmark indicators Teacher made assessmentsauthentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline
1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and benefit tostudents Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASKdata 13111 2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunities attached to the
programs Adoption of the Developmental Studies Program for Writing in Grades 3-6 tosupplement the Lucy Calkins
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective and timelyimplementation of the ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other TeachersTeacher Leaders
Lesson plans Weekly
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011
7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data PrincipalInstructional StaffStudents Testing
Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison academicgrowth
Instructional Staff SIA Funds March - Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program and chartbenchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementation of theprogram will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Teamand Sub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 2
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem Extended day program implemented to address deficiencies in Mathematics strategic ability to disectanalyze problems and
providing differentiated small group instruction in Mathematics are critical components to building proficiency
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 55 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Mathematics as a result of participating in extended dayintervention programs small group instruction and technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
The research of Success in Sight on student achievement denotes that data-based decision making refers to anunderstanding of and engagement of activities that use data to support teaching and learning Effective school
practices include school improvement strategies shown to be related to improved student achievement and targetedinterventions differentiated instruction based on data safe and orderly school climate and a focus on improvingacademic achievement
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all ACELLUS programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders Lesson plans Weekly
6 Distribute permission slips for extended day Principal None February 2011 7 Administer District Interim Assessment and analyze data Principal Instructional
Staff StudentsTesting Coordinator
District Interim Assessment Oct Feb amp April
8 Extended Day program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review benchmark assessments incorporated within the Extended Day program andchart benchmark progress to share with instructional staff
PrincipalLeadership Team
Assessment results April-May
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technology
and data from NJASK andDIA results
Summer 2011
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem 3
Name of Program Strategy or Practice toAddress Priority Problem
In alignment with the New Jersey Educational Technology Plan teachers will receive professional development tosupport their ability to infuse technology into all curriculum areas
SMART Goal (Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely)
By June 2012 40 of all students in grades 3-6 will attain proficiency in Language Arts and 55 will attain proficiency inMathematics as a result of technology infusion that is in alignment with targeted skills
Research Supporting Strategy(from IES Practice Guide or What Works Clearinghouse)
Success in Sight is based on years of research by the Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL) andhas been presented in the ldquoWhat Worksrdquo books by Marzano -2003 Pickering Pollock-2001 Waters and McNulty-2005)It has been piloted across various grade level settings low and high performing schools including urban and ruralpopulations Pilot test data implementing the Success in Sight model shows 9 of the 11 low performing elementary andmiddle schools were making improvements during the first 2 years either by making AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Indicators of Success 1 NJASK test results District Interim Assessments (DIA) in Language Arts Literacy and Mathematics Quarterly WritingBenchmarks (District)
2 Reading Plus benchmark indicators ACELLUS benchmark indicators Teacher made assessments authentic
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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assessments
Description of Action Plan Steps Persons Involved Resources
Needed Due Date - Timeline 1 Conducted Needs Assessment Research for effective selection of programs and
benefit to students Leadership Team REL Unified Plan NJASK
data 13111
2 Selection of program and confirmation of professional development opportunitiesattached to the programs
Leadership Team Vendors and onlineresources
2111
3 Completion of grant and submission to the state for review Principal andTitle I Office
Application and budget 2411
4 Once approved programs will be purchased in a timely manner ensuring effective andtimely implementation of all programs
Principal Purchase orders March2011
5 Professional development in use of Technology and Acellus up-grades are plannedand implemented
Company vendors PD facilitators March 2011 ndash As needed
6 Ongoing Grade Level articulation to share and support each other Teachers Teacher Leaders
Lesson plans
7 Implementation and dissemination of new technology and programs throughout thebuilding to ensure students and teachers are using the new materials ensure
alignment to NJCCCS and district curriculum
Teachers and PrincipalLeadership Team
Classroom environment Observation tool NJCCCS
curriculum maps
On-going
8 Acellus program begins Baseline data collected for review and comparison Instructional Staff SIA Funds March ndash Ongoing
9 Review Acellus reports and Intervention Plans usage reports to ensure all students arelogged into the programs and chart benchmark progress
PrincipalLeadership Team
On-line report access Ongoing
10 Student achievement data and anecdotal evidence collected from early implementationof the program will be analyzed to measure impact
Leadership Team andSub-Committees
Usage reports of theprograms and technologyand data from NJASK and
DIA results
Summer 2011
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Plan Components for 2012
Table F Proposed 2012 Core Strategies to Address Student Achievement
Name of Strategy
Content Area
Focus TargetPopulation(s)
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy
(from IES Practice Guide or What WorksClearinghouse)
Building Vocabulary LAL K-6Daily ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Teachers will use benchmark assessments tomake decisions and drive instruction
Teachers will use Total ParticipationTechniques to engage all students in dailyinstruction as reflected in lesson
Building a large vocabulary is essentialwhen learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Comprehension Toolkit LALMATH K-6daily Classroomteachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
Teacher Made Common Assessments
Classroom Assessments
DRA levels
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Each of the strategies in TheComprehension Toolkit is supported bymultiple research studies that were summarizedby Pearson Dole Duffy and Roehler (1992) as they determined Those strategies that active thoughtfulreaders use when constructing meaningfrom text They found that proficient readers
bull search for connections between whatthey know and the new information in thetext bull ask questions of themselves the authorand the text bull draw inferences during and after reading bull distinguish important and less importantideas in a text bull synthesize information within and acrosstexts
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
bull monitor understanding and repair faulty
comprehension Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative
LAL K-3Daily PrincipalCLITrainer
Sign-in sheets handouts and informalobservations
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
Independent research studies havedemonstrated that CLI interventions aresuccessful in improving childrenrsquos earlyliteracy skills Our programs are rootedin the most current research on bestpractices and our own experience inhundreds of classrooms in high-povertycommunities We help teachers not onlyincrease childrenrsquos scores onstandardized tests but also introduce
their students to the joy of reading andwriting
Responsive Classroom All K-6
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problembehaviors For teachers findings show anincreased sense of efficacy and more
high-quality instruction Lucy Calkinsrsquo Units of Study for Writing
LALWRITING K-5
Daily
ClassroomTeachers
Reaching our 2011 NJASK targets
District writing assessments
Students in grades 3-6 will increase literacyand math NJASK scores by 20 points
The TCRWPrsquos belief that there is not asingle string of sequenced lesson thatapplies to every possible classroom
The lessons must be responsive to theindividual needs of the writers in eachclassroom readingandwritingprojectcom
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Name of Strategy
Content AreaFocus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Read 180 LAL 4 Teachers
Principal
Current Administrator unable to retrieve prior
data to ascertain Read 180 effectivenessfrom prior school year
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
NJASK Coach Testprep Problem Solvingnotebooks (Grades 3-6)
Mathematics 3-6 Teachers
Principal
DIA Teacher made Assessments Unit Assessments and NJASK scores
Tracking Analysis of the same student for
NJASK results to identify patterns and
trends
(Use of the JPM table from Peer Review
model)
Current Administrator unable to retrieveprior data to ascertain NJASK Prepeffectiveness from prior school year
Pilot test data implementing the Successin Sight model shows 9 of the 11 lowperforming elementary and middleschools were making improvementsduring the first 2 years either by making
AYP after failing to do so or bysignificantly increasing the percentage of students scoring at or above proficiency
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
Table G Proposed 2012 Extended Learning Opportunities to Address Academic Deficiencies Do not include SES
Name of Strategy
Content
AreaFocus
TargetPopulation(s)
Person Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
BEAR After SchoolProgram
ALL 2nd -6th After School Coordinator Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
There is growing evidence that goodafterschool programming makes adifference in kidsrsquo lives according toHarvard Program in AfterschoolEducation and Research
Summer Enrichment LALMATH 2nd 6th Administration Literacy amp math proficiency will increaseby 10
A review of research demonstrates adominantly positive effect on students
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Table H Proposed 2012 Professional Development to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable Evaluation Outcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Childrenrsquos LiteracyInitiative(CLI)
Reading Workshop-Sept 2 Comprehensionstrategies- Sept 22
Writing Workshop-
Oct 5
Literacy K-3 CLI
Administration
Measurable writing skill development andscoring based on the NJ holistic scoringrubric
Evaluations
Sign-in sheets
State Approved Program
CurriculumPlanningAlignment Aug17-31
All K-6 AdministrationLeadershipteam
Curriculum maps
Instructional plans
Instructional focus calendars
Journal of Curriculum Studies v14 n3p267-76 Jul-Sep 1982
Responsive ClassroomSept 2nd
All K-6 Administration Fewer Discipline referrals
Less Suspensions
Suspension report
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been thefocus of considerable research interest Findings have associated theapproach with higher student testscores better social skills and fewer problem behaviors For teachersfindings show an increased sense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Table I Proposed 2012 Parent Involvement Strategies to Address Student Achievement and Priority Problems
Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
Back To School Night Parents meet teachers andstaff They also learn about our curriculum and programming PTO and Parentalcommunications global connectletters report cards progressreports etc
ALL K-6 Principal 95 of parents present at Back toSchool Night
Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-quality
instruction Parent Teacher Conferences Teachers and parents meet todiscuss childrsquos progress
ALL K-6 Teachers 95 of parents present at PTC Since the 1990s the ResponsiveClassroom approach has been the focusof considerable research interestFindings have associated the approachwith higher student test scores better social skills and fewer problem behaviorsFor teachers findings show an increasedsense of efficacy and more high-qualityinstruction
Workshops that assist parents
in helping their students inliteracy The workshops willalso cover reading aloud to your child The workshop will alsocover technology available for use at home
LAL K-6 Leadership Team
CLI
60 of our parents will attend at
least 1 literacy workshop
Building a large vocabulary is essential
when learning to read in a secondlanguage Simply put people with largevocabularies are more proficient readersthan those with limited vocabularies(Beglar amp Hunt 1995 Luppescu amp Day1993)
Math Workshops Workshops that assist parentsin helping their studentsimprove math skills The
MATH K-6 Leadership Team 60 of our parents will attend atleast 1 math workshop
Total Participation Techniques MakingEvery Student an Active Learner (Himmele amp Himmele) Aligning Curriculum Instruction and
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Name of Strategy
ContentArea
Focus Target
Population(s)Person
Responsible Indicators of Success
(Measurable EvaluationOutcomes)
Research Supporting Strategy (from IES Practice Guide or What Works
Clearinghouse)
workshop will also cover
technology available for use athome
Assessment (Wiggins amp Grant)
Use an asterisk to denote new programs
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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2012 Parent Involvement (PI) Narrative
1 What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
The more parents are involved and aware of our programs the better students will perform
2 Do you have a school-parent compact
Yes
3 Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact
They will be given out at back to school night We have about 90 participation Parents that do not attend will be called and the form will be sent home with thechild
4 How is student achievement data reported to the publicThe information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
5 What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III
Letters are sent out from the district office
6 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos improvement status
Letters are sent out to parents in August It is also discussed at the Back to School Night and first PTO meeting
7 Identify procedures for informing parents about the schoolrsquos disaggregated assessment results
The information is presented at a PTO meeting designated for reviewing school data and programs
8 How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan
Parents will be identified to review the plan Many of the topics were discussed during the previous year during our school leadership council meetings
9 Identify procedures for informing a parent about their childrsquos student assessment results
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Reports are mailed to parents
10 How were the required PI funds used in 2011
The funds were used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
11 How will the required PI funds be used in 2012
The funds will be used to enhance parental involvement activities by providing refreshments and materials
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Table J-1 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets (Use best available data from One-Year Charts) At least two measurements must be listed
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total NJASK 298 368 NJASK 479 531
Students with Disabilities NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Limited English Proficient Students NJASK 171 254 NJASK 293 364
White NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
African-American NJASK 245 321 NJASK 445 501
AsianPacific Islander NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
American IndianNative American NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Hispanic NJASK 333 400 NJASK 495 545
Others NJASK 0 0 NJASK 0 0
Economically Disadvantaged NJASK 297 367 NJASK 484 536
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-5 State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target State Assessment Baseline 2012 Target
Economically Disadvantaged
Table J-2 2011-2012 Annual Student Targets ndash Other Assessment
GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total Grades 3-6 DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and 1st DIAcomparisonfor growth
Minimum of 80of StudentsProficient by 3rd DIA
DIA ndash District Interim Assessment
75 and1st DIAcomparison for growth
Minimum of 80 of StudentsProficient by3rd DIA
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
GRADE SPAN ELEMENTARY MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL
Total
Students with Disabilities
Limited English Proficient Students
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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GRADE SPAN amp SUBGROUP LANGUAGE ARTS MATHEMATICS
3-6 Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target Other Assessment Name Baseline 2012 Target
White
African-American
AsianPacific Islander
American IndianNative American
Hispanic
Others
Economically Disadvantaged
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Highly Qualified Staff
Table K Strategies to Attract and Retain Highly Qualified Staff
Number amp Percent
Content ampFocus
Description of Process to Meet HighlyQualified
Description of Strategy to Retain HQ Staff
Teachers who meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
18 100 Strategies we use to retain teachers are using job-embedded professional development We also offer tuition reimbursement and several opportunities for teachers to gain professional development hours duringand after school hours
Teachers who do not meet thequalifications for HQTconsistent with Title II-A
0 NA The strategies used to attract and retainhighly qualified teachers are participationin college base job fairs
Paraprofessionals who meet thequalifications required by NCLB(education ParaPro testportfolio assessment)
2 NA
Paraprofessionals who do notmeet the qualifications requiredby NCLB (education ParaProtest portfolio assessment)
0 NA
Description of Strategy To Attract HQ Staff Individuals Responsible
The strategies used to attract and retain highly qualified teachers are participation in college base job fairs Principal
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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Table L Support for Teachers
Use the Table below to describe the 2012 methods for supporting teachers needing assistance with instruction and other problems
Description of Support
ContentArea Focus
Target Group
PersonResponsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are teachers identified
One on One Coaching LALMATH Strugglingteacher
Resource
Teachers
Evidence of improved studentperformance by analysis and reviewof data binder anecdotal andassessments
Classroom Observations
Formalinformal
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Use of holistic rubricscores and analysis of data toindicate higher scores on writing
tasks
All Kindergarten ndash 6th Grade teacherswill receive support in year 2 of Unitsof Study Implementation
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 DistrictPersonnel Aurora J Hill
Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Table M Support for Administrators
Use the Table below to describe how leaders in schools in need of improvement are provided with support and instructional leadership
Description of Support
Content
Area Focus Target Group
Person
Responsible
Indicators of Success
(Evaluation) How are administrators identified
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Literacy -Writing
K-6 Teachers TCRWP Increased improvement of writing inall genres Consistent use of rubricsfor scoring published pieces
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
Read 180 Literacy Grades 3 ndash 6 Caryn Cooper Increase lexile scores in the databinders and student portfolios
Selected by central office to attendPD through instructional services
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Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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40
District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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41
District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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42
2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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43
School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
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46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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38
Student Eligibility and Selection
Table N All Schools Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs For targeted assistance schools use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted Assistance Schools
Entrance Criteria () Exit Criteria ()
State Assessment NJASK NA NJASK NJASK NJASK NA NA
Other Assessments DIA NA DIA DRA DIA NA NA
English LanguageProficiency Assessment
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
ACCESS Teacher DevelopedTests
NA NA
Classroom Grades ReportCard
NA Report Card Report Card ReportCard
NA NA
Teacher Recommendation Teacher Developed
NA Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
Teacher Developed
NA NA
Other READ 180 NA READ 180 READ 180 READ 180 NA NA
Support Elements
Ongoing and Sustained Technical Assistance
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39
1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
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40
District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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41
District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
42
2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
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43
School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
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44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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45
SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
39
1 What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the schoolrsquos efforts to increase academic achievement
From the district Budgetary support The NCLB Committee was not a functional unit in the 2010-2011 school year so no determinations were made in this areabased due to inoperative group status
From outside experts NA
From others NA
2 Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school Include assistance by district level andor outside experts for example skilledconsultants institutions of higher education (IHE) etc
Skilled consultants in literacy-Childrenrsquos Literacy Initiative
3 How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment
It is directly correlated with the 3aA- Literacy The trainers provide teachers with support in best practices in literacy
4 Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided
Principal
Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary It can include the development of policies procedures and evaluation instrumentsdata analysis coaching program planning budgeting and the provision of specialized information Assistance may be offered directly by district staff the NJDOE or an outside consultant
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
40
District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
41
District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
42
2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
43
School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
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47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
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40
District Support (completed by LEA for SINIs only)
1 Explain why the previous school and district plans did not bring about increased student academic achievement
The district is showing small gains in student academic achievement as reflected in two additional elementary schools making AYP from the previous year We are nothowever making the state benchmark for AYP which is the districtrsquos long term goal for its schools This is due to a lack of full implementation of the Continuous
Improvement Model (CIM) at the school level There is also a lack of complete understanding by school administrators on how to use data to drive instruction andplanning for results Many administrators are new and therefore do not have a full understanding of the best practices in literacy instruction
2 Explain how the district is supporting the school in the following areas
Providing professional development thatfocuses primarily on improving instruction andusing data to inform instruction
The Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement in collaboration with the Office of ProfessionalDevelopment will continue to provide training on the analysis of multiple measures of data for its instructionalimplications and Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) which is based upon an 8 step process that relies heavily onthe use of data to drive decisions relative to teaching and learning
The next phase of the training efforts for the Office of Assessment Data Collection and School Improvement is toincrease teachersrsquo and staff literacy in assessments more specifically expand knowledge of various ways to assessthe purpose of assessments and what should be assessed
The Office of Professional Development will begin training sessions in district for teachers and administrators of grades 3-12 in research-based best practices of Lucy Calkinsrsquo Writing Units of Study
Implementing strategies grounded inscientifically based research that will strengtheninstruction in core academic subjects
The district conducts focus walks to review programming instructional planning and classroom practices The districtalso does not support the purchase or use of programs not grounded in research
The strategies and practices promoted within the district are Continuous Improvement Model (CIM) Writing ndashUnits of Study (Lucy Calkins)
Best Practices of Instructional Leaders and Teachers Assessment for Learning ndash J Chappius
Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement we will implement the following programsactivities
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program)
Bring Your Parent to School Day Career Days Parent training in both mathematics and literacy Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)
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District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
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42
2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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43
School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
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45
SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
41
District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large Newslettersflyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish School and district functions Parent Institute Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the schoolrsquos improvement plan and are
most likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget The allocations will remain intact for each Title BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently Federal State andLocal funds including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated andor reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the schoolrsquosimprovement plan
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS Curriculum frameworks have been created that use the NJCCCS as the foundation to help teachers guide instructionwith a specific sequence for facilitating learning New curriculum guides for all subject areas and grades K-12 will beprovided to teachers indicating all grade level expectations
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4247
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
42
2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
43
School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
45
SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4647
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4747
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4247
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
42
2010-2011 Resource Allocation
Resource Allocation ndash Provide the following information regarding the use of the 2010-2011 funds including but not limited to 2010 SIA Part (A)
Type of Funds
Brief Description of Strategy or
Practice Implemented withFunds
Amount
Allocated
SIA Amount
Carried Over
Reallocated Use
of SIA
Outcomes as a Result of
Implementing the Strategy or Practice Evidence
2010 Title I Part A BEAR After School Safety NetProgram
We are aSchoolwideschool withblendedfunds
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASK -Spring 2011
2010 SIA Part A Supplies and materials for extendedday instruction
Laptops for implementation of ACELLUS and
increased utilization of literacyweb-based interventions alreadyin place
$22965 Projected salaries for extended dayinstruction
Laptops and ACELLUS software tobe purchased summer of 2011 for immediate implementation duringthe 2011-12 SY
NA
Spring 2011
Federal SES After School TutorialPrograms for free and reducedstudent below proficiency
NCLB andother federalsources
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Local NA City TaxLevy
NOT APPLICABLE
NOT APPLICABLE
To be determined once theSpring 2011 NJASK results arereceived and analyzed
NJASKSpring 2011
Other Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
$9000 Projected salaries for extended day
instruction
NJASK
Spring 2012
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
43
School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4447
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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45
SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4647
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4747
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4347
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
43
School Budget Pages
School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each schoolrsquos Unified Plan identifying the following How the Title I Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blend
their funds How the SIA Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award
Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location wwwnjgoveducationgrantsentitlementnclb
Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan
Budget Detail pages must be uploaded The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the districtschool
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
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FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4547
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
45
SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4647
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4747
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4447
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
44
Corrective Action Restructuring and School Improvement
Certification For schools in Year 4 hold 5 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit Thecorrective action plan corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI andor SW components Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan Note CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1 Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program2 Extension of the school year or school day3 Replacement of staff members not including the principal who were relevant to the schoolrsquos low performance 4 Significant decrease in management authority at the school level5 Replacement of the principal
6 Restructuring the internal organization of the school7 Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8 Provide for all relevant staff appropriate scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students
Corrective actions implemented ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented
CorrectiveAction Description
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of Effectiveness Outcomes
1
2
3
4
NOT APPLICABLE
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4547
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
45
SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4647
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4747
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4547
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
45
SINI Year 5H and Above Restructuring Implementation NA
Certification For schools in Year 5 hold 6 6 hold 7 7 hold 8 8 hold 9 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan theapproved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan
Year Restructuring Plan Created _______
The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5 The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below)
Note Districts must also complete the required ldquoSchool Restructuring Planrdquo which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswwwnjgovnjdedtitle1accountabilityrestructuredoc
The restructuring options are as follows
1 Implement any major restructuring of the schoolrsquos governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set f orth in the No Child Left Behind Act 2 Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (NJSA 18A36A-1 et seq and NJAC 6A)
3 Replace all or most of the school staff which may include the principal who are relevant to the schoolrsquos inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A)
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected ____
For schools in Year 5 hold and above complete the table below Add additional rows as needed
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - No Evidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4647
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4747
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4647
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
46
Peer Review
Check Before Proceeding At minimum the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement Peer review must contain recommendations PLEASE COMPLETE
1 Describe process used for peer review of the plan (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at wwwnjgovnjdedtitle1programpeer_reviewpdf )
The Principal and teachers held a meeting to review discuss and add comments for revision and improvement to the plan
2 Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place
Peer Review took place on November 21 2011 under the leadership of Tammy Bowling-Jenkins EdD Principal
Location - Sunnymead Elementary School - Hillsborough NJ 08844 908-431-6607
3 Provide the information below
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Tammy Bowling-JenkinsEdD
Principal Staff Member PrincipalLeadership Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Lynette Ray- ReadingSpecialist
Staff Member Language Arts Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Maureen Mullin 4th
GradeTeacher
Staff Member Mathematics Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 08844
Ann Cucchiara SpecialEducationTeacher
Staff Member Special Education Sunnymead Elementary SchoolHillsborough NJ 0884
4 Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4747
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg
832019 Plainfield FY12 Dewitt Barlow Unified Plan 12-22-11
httpslidepdfcomreaderfullplainfield-fy12-dewitt-barlow-unified-plan-12-22-11 4747
FY12 NCLB PLAINFIELD DISTRICT BARLOW (080)
47
The plan is very comprehensive The peer reviewers did not have a great deal of feedback because according to them it seems thatthe Principal and Leadership Team have covered everything and for a solid plan There are comments embedded within the planand the JPM data info as a reference for math and literacy individual student tracking in the NJASK
5 List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review
Use of the JPM Common teacher Assessments and use of model c lassrooms for in-house professional development Use of PBIS ndash
Positive andBehavioral Interventions and support at pbisorg