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Baltimore County Public Schools

Focused on Quality: Committed to Excellence

2011-2012

School Improvement Plan

For

(School Name)

Submitted By:

(Principal’s Name)

_______________________ ____________________Signature of Principal Signature of Area Assistant

Superintendent

DATE: (DATE)

Performance Goal 1: STeM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:All students in grades K-2.Strategies:

The library media specialist will collaborate with classroom teachers to provide for the consistent and systematic implementation of the core curriculum objectives in all content areas, which include differentiated curriculum for Special Education, Gifted and Talented, and English Language Learners.

Identify and consistently implement a common core of research based instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and engaging work for students while in the school media center.

The Library Media Specialist and Technology Integration teacher will integrate technology in the teaching/learning process to enhance instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and engaging work for students.

The Library Media Specialist will report to school principal about classes and what students are learning.

Key Actions(Address by targeted

subgroups, as appropriate)Person(s) Responsible Timeline

MeasuresFormative & Summative: To ensure desired results

have been met.

Implementation Status

Performance Goal 1: STeM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Implement the Primary Talent Development (PTD) lessons and strategies with all children in grades K-2 by use of Web 2.0 tools to document learning behaviors as outline in the PTD checklist and portfolio.

LMS- as the Information Specialist 9/2011-5/2012

Online portfolio of work created using Web 2.0 tools.

Quarterly

Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate research and investigations in order to provide support with the Science Fair to students in grades 4 and 5.

LMSClassroom TeacherSTeM Teacher

1/2012-4/2012 The use of Web 2.0 tools and/or MS Office to create results from research

Monthly

Performance Goal 1: STeM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.

Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.21All schools will achieve an attendance rate of at least 94%. (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:

Strategies: Recognize and award students for regular, excellent, and perfect school attendance.




have been met.


Continue weekly incentive program (i.e. weekly computer time in the library) that recognizes students with perfect attendance for the week.(TI$, OB$)

Awards/Incentives TeamClassroom TeachersLibrary Media Specialist

September 2009 to June 2012

Weekly school wide list of winners

On-going

Performance Goal 1- Social StudiesBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.6All students will use Web 2.0 tools, print and non-print resources, as well as access BCPS databases in order to research curriculum objectives and produce products using technology.

Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.Target:All students, including special education students, Gifted and Talented, and ESOL students, in grades K-5.

Strategies:The Library Media Specialist will provide technology support within the classrooms.

The Library Media Specialist will provide rigorous instruction using technology within the library media center.

The Library Media Specialist will provide professional development on incorporating Web 2.0 tool in the classroom instruction.

The Library Media Specialist will provide instruction on using the specific BCPS databases relating to the Social Studies curriculum in order to increase student knowledge of the subject matter and therefore increase their achievement.


The Library Media Specialist will collaborate with classroom teachers using short and long term plans to access the library and the computer lab.




have been met.


Students in grades K-5 will utilize the online research models for assignments.

LMSTech Integration TeacherClassroom Teacher

8/2011-6/2012 Student Product: Project-based learning Monthly

Provide access for students of on-line information resources and skill based activities in order to increase student opportunities to apply technology to communicate knowledge and understanding of curriculum.

LMSTech Integration Teacher 8/2011-6/2012 Student Product:

Project-based learning Quarterly

Performance Goal 1: ESOLBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.8ESOL students will be provided with access to BCPS databases and resources.ESOL teachers will collaborate with the LMS in order to help meet the diverse needs while utilizing the BCPS database for support.Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:All ESOL students in grades Pre-K through grade 5.Strategies:Professional Development for teachers and staff by the Library Media Specialist.

Collaboration with the ESOL teachers to incorporate research and technologies to support ESOL students.

The Library Media Specialist will provide access to reading materials (both print and non-print) for ESOL students.


Performance Goal 1: ESOLBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.8ESOL students will be provided with access to BCPS databases and resources.ESOL teachers will collaborate with the LMS in order to help meet the diverse needs while utilizing the BCPS database for support.




have been met.


Facilitate access to appropriate educational and community resources for immigrant families using BCPS databases.

LMSESOL teacherAdministrators

8/2011-6/2012Staff Development

Parent Conferences

Back-to-School NightReading NightMath NightParent ConferencesParent School Library Card

Implement differentiated instructional strategies, including BCPS databases, that enable English Language Learners to access grade-level content in reading/language arts, mathematics, and science.

LMSESOL TeacherClassroom Teacher

8/2011-6/2012

Student Product

Formative Assessment

Summative Assessment

Weekly

Performance Goal 2By 2012, all English Language Learners will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards in English reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 2.1All English Language Learners receiving English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services will attain English proficiency by the end of their fourth school year. (State standard)

Performance Goal 1: ESOLBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.8ESOL students will be provided with access to BCPS databases and resources.ESOL teachers will collaborate with the LMS in order to help meet the diverse needs while utilizing the BCPS database for support.Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:

Strategies:




have been met.


Houghton-Mifflin ELL program aligned materials will be used by the ESOL Teacher to support ESOL student’s transition into the core reading program along with bilingual library books and resources.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalClassroom TeacherESOL TeacherLibrary Media Specialist

Fall 2007 through June 2012

ESOL Proficiency Assessment On-going

Performance Goal 2By 2012, all English Language Learners will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards in English reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 2.2All diploma-bound English Language Learners will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards. (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:

Strategies:1. Non-English speaking Hispanic students will participate in our ESOL program




have been met.






Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.6All eligible prekindergarten students will have access to a prekindergarten program by the 2007– 2008 school year. (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:

Measurement: In 2004-2005, 100% of eligible prekindergarten students had access to BCPS prekindergarten programs. In succeeding years, all eligible prekindergarten students will continue to have access to BCPS prekindergarten programs.

Strategies:1. Utilize the central office organization structure to implement the process of transitioning children from early childhood programs to the

regular day programs.




have been met.


Work with the Office of Early Childhood to implement child round-up activities. Also work with the public library liaison to implement “My first library card program.(TI$, OB$)

PreK TeacherPrincipalAssistant PrincipalSLPSchool NurseGuidanceRecords SecretaryResidency OfficerParent Support ServicesPTALibrary Media Specialist


Early School Readiness Screening program On-going

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Targeted Area Reading (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified reading subgroups using “from-to” language.

Reading Target:

Strategies:1. Identify and consistently integrate technology in our instructional practices throughout the day resulting in more purposeful

and engaging work for students.2. Identify and consistently implement a common core of research based instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and

engaging work for students.




have been met.


Use multi-media broadcasts and Destiny book reviews to highlight student achievements and provide authentic purpose for student writing.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalResource TeachersClassroom TeachersStudent T.V. Production CrewLibrary Media Specialist


Daily/monthly recognition of student & teacher achievementsStudent participation log

On-going

Use Web 2.0 tools as a means to increase reading comprehension and information literacy.

Library Media SpecialistReading SpecialistTechnology Integration TeacherClassroom TeachersInstructional Coach

September 2007 to June 2012 Student projects On-going


Reading Target:




Fifth graders will be provided with the opportunity to participate in after-school programs such as Black Saga, 24 Challenge Club, and Black Eyed Susan.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalTeachersLibrary Media Specialist


Competition And voting results On-going

Integration of content areas into reading through use of materials such as National Geographic magazines, Science Weekly as well as articles found in the BCPS Fee Based Databases.

TeachersResource TeachersReading SpecialistLibrary Media Specialist

September 2007 to June 2012 Formative Assessments On-going


Reading Target:




Integrate programs and tools such as whiteboards, interactive tablets, Netbooks, ActivSlates, every pupil response devices, TV Studio-to Go, etc. into daily reading and writing instruction, interventions, and library media curriculum.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalClassroom TeachersInstructional CoachReading SpecialistTechnology IntegrationLibrary Media Specialist


Summative AssessmentsShort Cycle AssessmentsBenchmark Assessments

On-going

Increase use of Bloom’s Levels of Questioning, Genuine Conversations, and research models to address rigor ofinstruction.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalTeachersReading SpecialistInstructional CoachLibrary Media Specialist

September 2007 to June 2012 Classroom Observation On-going


Reading Target:





Target:All students, including special education students, Gifted and Talented, and ESOL students, in grades K-5.


Reading Target:




Strategies:

Provide for the consistent and systematic implementation of the core curriculum objectives in all content areas, which include differentiated curriculum for Special Education, Gifted and Talented, and English Language Learners.

The Library Media Specialist will collaborate with classroom teachers to identify and consistently implement a common core of research based instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and engaging work for students.

The Library Media Specialist will integrate technology in the teaching/learning process to enhance instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and engaging work for students.

Utilize best practices in providing oral and written feedback to students on the quality of their work in order to improve student achievement.

Support teachers in the knowledge of words and its application to the implementation of Word Work and Word Study through professional development opportunities.


Reading Target:







have been met.


Integrate technology as an extension of the Reading/ Language Arts curricula in grades PreK, K-5

Classroom Teachers Library/Technology Teachers; Grade LevelTech Representative

08/11-06/12 Student products Ongoing

Establish partner classes with which students share literature and authentic products in order to encourage high quality work.

Media Specialist and Classroom Teachers

Monthly Partner Class List will be disseminated in Faculty Handbook. In process


Reading Target:





Media SpecialistTechnology Integration Teacher

08/11-06/12 Student Products Ongoing


Reading Target:




Host Family Reading Night:

Utilize the Media Center: Bringing Families Closer Together Through Reading

“Make It/Take It” opportunity to increase parent support and participation.

Reading Action TeamClassroom Teachers

Media Specialist

12/2011Student ProductsShort Cycle AssessmentsBenchmarks Assessments

September to December


Reading Target:




Maintain a school wide vocabulary awareness using targeted tier 2 vocabulary from the independent reading program

Reading Action Team

Media Specialist08/11-06/12

Formative AssessmentsShort Cycle AssessmentsBenchmark Assessments

Weekly

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Strategies: Use data from national studies* regarding the impact of school libraries on student achievement in order to increase reading achievement. *indicates data supported. Effectively use media specialist and media center as resources to boost student achievement.




have been met.


The classroom teachers and LMS will monitor the relationship among the intended, assessed, and learned curriculum in order to ensure access to rigorous reading material in all content areas. Additional reading material will be accessed through the use of online databases.

Library Media Specialist

Classroom Teachers

School Principal

09/12 - 06/13

Database Lexile Levels

Database Quizzes

Student Lesson Assessments

Student Research Projects

AssessTrax Results

Implement the Library Curriculum as provided by LIS, collaborating with teachers and aligning units with teacher long range plans.

o Library Media Specialist

Classroom TeachersOngoing

o Formative assessments at the end of lessons

o Research products

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Provide identified intervention students with engaging, differentiated reading materials and resources for content and personal enjoyment (e.g. using Destiny for lexile information, collection development considerations including high interested reading materials such as graphic novels).

Library Media Specialist August 2011-June 2012

Read, React, RespondContent LinksBenchmark AssessmentsMSADIBELSStudent Project and Work Portfolios

Daily

Encourage reading by establishing a minimum goal of 25 books (Strive for 25), from the recommended list, that will be read by/to (parent and/or teacher) each student during the academic school year.

*Library Media Specialist*Reading/Language Arts Teachers*Reading/Language Arts Dept. Chair*Parent

Aug. 2011 – June 2013

*Students’ Reading Logs in each Language Arts class

*Return of students’completed and parent signed Strive for 25 Reading Logs*Destiny Library circulation data

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)

Promote independent, free choice reading within the library and homerooms, in order to increase frequency of reading, supporting fluency and comprehension.


School Administration

Classroom Teachers

09/12-06/13

Monthly Destiny Circulation Report

Lesson Assessments

Benchmark Assessments

Short Cycle Assessments

Collaborate with classroom teachers to help students to research, organize, and present information using 21st century learner skills, in order to become prepared for college and careers through the use of MD State Curriculum and Common Core Standards.



Classroom Teachers

09/12-06/13

Collaborative School Wiki

Collaborative Planning Notes

Lesson Assessments



Curriculum and Standards Crosswalk

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Utilize online research models, such as BCPS’s model, to develop an inquiry based approach to research, promoting skills in becoming independent knowledge workers, in order to identify, evaluate, analyze, and utilize information that support rigorous learning in the library and general education classrooms



Classroom Teachers

09/12-06/13

Observational Anecdotal Notes

Collaborative Planning Notes

Log lessons utilizing online research models

Collect at least one research project per grade level each

year

Implement the STRIVE for 25 reading program. LMS and Re/La teachers August 2012- June 2013 Quarterly On-going

Implement differentiated activities for struggling and high-level learners utilizing online research models.

LMS and all teachers. August 2012- June 2013 Informal and formal observations. On-going

Incorporate constructed response questions, both brief and extended, on a regular basis into instructional practice, using MSA rubrics and exemplary responses to debrief with the students.

o All professional and instructional staff

o STEM Teachero ELL teacher


Ongoing;8/11 through 6/13

o Teacher generated formative and summative assessments

o HM integrated theme tests

o BCPS Short Cycle and Benchmark assessments

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Provide texts of increasing complexity and assist teachers in selecting appropriate texts for instruction and connection to the core lessons.


Reading SpecialistsOngoing

Teacher generated formative and summative assessments

Provide parents, students and stakeholders with strategies that can be utilized at home to improve student comprehension and achievement through family night activities.

o Administrationo Reading

specialistso Library Media

SpecialistClassroom Teachers

Quarterly Parental Feedback

Provide parents, students and stakeholders with strategies that can be utilized at home to improve digital citizenship and ethical use of technology through family night activities.

o Administrationo Technology

Liaisono Library Media

SpecialistClassroom Teachers

Quarterly Parental Feedback

Promoting and encouraging summer reading programs and/or opening the library in the summer to avoid the summer reading gap.

o AdministrationLibrary Media Specialist

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Create and distribute lists of 25 differentiated books for each grade level to be used throughout the year and as a summer reading list.

Library Media Specialist Quarterly Student Feedback

Develop and Implement a peer/teacher tutoring

program that will allow students to receive

homework support and take place in the library so there is access to resources after regular school hours.

o Administrationo Library Media

Specialisto Classroom

TeachersStudents

Twice per week before and/or after school

Student GradesStudent Feedback

Regular meetings between classroom and LMS for

collection development to augment reading

anthologies, student research projects, and

scheduling of media center for co-teaching

Library Media Specialist and

Classroom teachers

September 2012To

June 2013

Submit minutes or outcome of planning

results to the administration

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Regular meetings will be scheduled for the purpose of *collaboration between instructional partners. This is intended to create instruction which is cross/curricular, utilizes technology, and is differentiated.

Library Media Specialist, Special Educators, Classroom Teachers, and Reading Specialist

Ongoing, through-out school year

Feedback from participants.

Notes from meetings

Effectively integrate technology in a variety of ways, in the language arts block, to engage students.

Classroom Teachers Reading Specialist Resource StaffTechnology Integration TeacherLibrary Media Specialist August 2011 to June 2012

Read, React, Responds Short Cycle Assessments Benchmark Assessments MSA DIBELSFormative Assessments

Daily Implementation


Plan and implement collaborative/cooperative activities for students that

support interaction and student engagement. These may include BCPS Online Research Models, Project Based Learning, Think-Pair-Share, Cooperative

Learning, Literature Circles, Literacy Circles,

and Buddy Reading.

Classroom Teachers

Reading Specialist

Resource Staff

Special Educators


August 2011 to June 2012

Read, React, RespondsShort Cycle AssessmentsBenchmark AssessmentsMSADIBELS

Student Projects and Work Portfolio

Daily Implementation

Implement the Slam Dunks and Research Models with classroom teacher as provided on the LIS website.


Classroom Teachers

Ongoing; for each unit if possible

Research products created by students

Distribute a monthly Library Newsletter that highlights various websites or Web 2.0 resources that support the skills that are being taught from the reading curriculum during that month.

o Library Media Specialist Monthly Parent/Student Feedback

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Encourage reading by utilizing Destiny to provide students with an opportunity to create electronic book reviews. Students will use programs such as Audacity to record their voice.

*Library Media Specialist

Aug. 2011 – June 2013

*Students’ book reviews

*Submission of students’ completed book reviews in Destiny (students use Audacity to record their voices).

Promote individual student selection of reading materials by providing students with a choice of materials and regular access to the school library resources.

*Language Arts/Reading Department Chairperson *Language Arts/Reading teachers*Library Media Specialist*Content Dept. Chairpersons*Content Teachers

Aug. 2011 – June 2013 *Numbers of students checking out books from the library*The circulation numbers from library data*Use of databases which provide a number of topics to read as well as provides scaffolding for students who need help reading the material.

*The circulation numbers from library data*Daily library visitation log*database survey through Edline


Provide students with opportunities to learn

more about book selection by presenting

author studies, book talks, and read aloud

opportunities.

*Language Arts/Reading Department Chairperson *Language Arts/Reading teachers*Library Media Specialist*Content Dept. Chairpersons

*Content Teachers

Aug. 2011 – June 2013

*Data of students checking out books from the library*The circulation numbers from library data

*The circulation numbers from library data*Number of student book reviews posted in Destiny (students use Audacity to record their voices).

Plan and implement collaborative/cooperative instructional activities for students that support increased opportunities for student engagement. These may include Cooperative Learning, Literature Circles, Panel Discussions, Socratic Seminars, WebQuests, SlamDunks, etc…

*Content Dept. Chairpersons*Content Teachers*Library Media Specialist

Aug. 2011 – June 2013

*Teachers’ informal observations of students*Co-planning data via shared drive document*LMS will instruct and facilitate cooperative learning using the research models and SlamDunks.

*Teacher-created informal student observation checklist

*Digital content submitted for public

view on school wiki and school website, per

BCPS appropriate use conditions.

Use Web 2.0 tools as a means to increase reading comprehension and information literacy.

Library Media SpecialistReading SpecialistTechnology Integration TeacherClassroom TeachersInstructional Coach

September 2007 to June 2012 Student projects On-going

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)*Provide to teachers and students access to computers and related technology for the purposes of acquiring information literacy

Library Media Specialist and Technology Integration Teacher

Ongoing, through-out school year

Use of technology to teach/learn 21st Century Skills

The LMS will collaborate with the classroom teachers to develop and implement/co-teach inquiry-based lessons that meet the demands of the current State Curriculum, upcoming Common Core Curriculum, and the Standards for the 21st Century Learner. These lessons will utilize the BCPS research models, Web 2.0 tools, and online databases.


Classroom Teachers

School Principal

09/12 - 06/13

Curriculum Crosswalk

Standards Crosswalk

Planning Notes from Collaboration Meetings


AssessTrax results

Database Quizzes

Completed Online Research Model/Slam Dunk Product(at least one product per grade-level)

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Increase use of Bloom’s Levels of Questioning, Genuine Conversations, and research models to address rigor ofinstruction.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalTeachersReading SpecialistInstructional CoachLibrary Media Specialist

September 2007 to June 2012 Classroom Observation On-going

Students will improve reading skills on MSA through the use of Technology and web 2.0 tools by integrating Technology through the curriculum for grades K-5 (TITLE I FUNDING)


Students will improve reading skills on MSA through the use of Technology and web 2.0 tools by integrating Technology through the curriculum for grades K-5 (TITLE I FUNDING)


LMS will increase student achievement by promoting the use of Online Research Models that integrate both information and technology literacies with curricular content standards.

Library Media Specialist August 2010 June 2011 Formative Assessments On-going

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Integrate programs and tools such as whiteboards, interactive tablets, Netbooks, ActivSlates, every pupil response devices, TV Studio-to Go, etc. into daily reading and writing instruction, interventions, and library media curriculum.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalClassroom TeachersInstructional CoachReading SpecialistTechnology IntegrationLibrary Media Specialist



On-going

Students will increase achievement on MSA Reading tests as the LMS integrates the use of Tumble books, Brainpop Jr. and Brainpop, Destiny, and web 2.0 tools throughout the curriculum.


Students will increase achievement on MSA Reading tests as the LMS integrates the use of Tumble books, Brainpop Jr. and Brainpop, Destiny, and web 2.0 tools throughout the curriculum.


Use multi-media broadcasts and Destiny book reviews to highlight student achievements and provide authentic purpose for student writing.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalResource TeachersClassroom TeachersStudent T.V. Production CrewLibrary Media Specialist


Daily/monthly recognition of student & teacher achievementsStudent participation log

On-going

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Fifth graders will be provided with the opportunity to participate in after-school programs such as Black Saga, 24 Challenge Club, and Black Eyed Susan.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalTeachersLibrary Media Specialist


Competition And voting results On-going

Organize and run Black Eyed Susan book club for students in grades 4-5.

Library Media Specialist Ongoing, through-out school year

High participation rate in club

gradual release of responsibility to students for facilitating club discussions

Teachers will acquire skills for differentiation during professional development courses to learn proper use of the online databases such as NetTrekker, Kids World Book, Student World Book and Tumble Books.

Library Media SpecialistAugust 2011 - June 2013

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)LMS provides teachers with resources needed to design instruction that incorporate digital content, information literacy, technology literacy, research, inquiry-based learning, and project-based learning.

Library Media Specialist Classroom Teachers

Special Educator(s)

BiweeklySeptember, 2012

ToJune, 2013

Classroom Observation Professional Development

Outcomes of meetings submitted to administration


Analyze school-level AYP data and individual student level performance data to determine which students need to participate in the Small Group Intervention.Monitor student progress through assessments that are currently in use and aligned to BCPS.

The LMS will provide staff professional development to provide teachers with ideas for differentiation especially strategies that involve technology tools.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalReading SpecialistGrade Level TeachersSpecial EducatorsResource Teachers


September 2011-June 2012

September 2011- June 2012

2012 and MSA dataBenchmarksSCASDibels data (as appropriate)Kid Pace

Teacher Surveys completed after PD to determine the usefulness of the PD. Follow up teacher surveys to determine the effectiveness of the differentiation strategies suggested by the LMS.

Analyze school-level AYP data and individual student level performance data to determine which students need to participate in the Small Group Intervention.Monitor student progress through assessments that are currently in use and aligned to BCPS.

The LMS will provide staff professional development to provide teachers with ideas for differentiation especially strategies that involve technology tools.


The LMS will teach students effective ways to evaluate information found in a variety of formats based on the “accuracy, validity, [and ] appropriateness” of the resource (AASL Standards for 21st Century Learners)

The LMS will also provide professional development on evaluating information so that the faculty may reinforce the strategies listed above in their instruction


Classroom Teachers

School Principal

09/12-06/13


Student Research Projects

Teacher Exit Ticket

Teachers will gain knowledge in using web 2.0 technologies through completing professional development courses instructed by the Library/Media Specialistquarterly (TITLE I FUNDING)


Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard) Teachers will have the skills to integrate the use of Safari Montage, ActiveInspire, ActiveVote, and ActiveSlate by attending provessional development held by the Library/Media Specialist.

Library Media Specialist August 2011 - June 2013

Implement the Reading Research Lab curriculum to assist students in the mastery of reading and comprehending nonfiction texts.Title I funds

The LMS will provide PD and co-teaching opportunities to implement the BCPS Research Model and lead teachers in creating and implementing SlamDunk research activities.

Classroom TeachersSpecial EducatorsReading Specialist


September 2011 to June

September 2011 to June

2012 MSA dataKid Pace DataConferencing Data

Summative Assessments2012 MSA data

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Provide professional development for teachers in the area of reading, highlighting research-based best practices, current trends, as well as providing training in Digital Content, Web 2.0 tools, Destiny OPAC, and technology integration that supports reading comprehension.

o Administratorso Reading

Specialistso Library Media

Specialisto Academic Coacho Technology

Liaison

Monthly, or as needed at grade level meeting.

Research products created by students

Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.8Students in grades 2 - 6 will achieve grade level standards on reading assessments. (BCPS standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.




have been met.



For those students identified as reading below grade level, continue to use the following programs, Fundations, Wilson, SIPPS and Fluency Formula, to increase their word recognition skills.

Reading TeachersReading SpecialistSpecial Educators


Foundations AssessmentsWilson Assessments Daily

Provide DIBELS progress monitoring assessments to review the progress of students participating in intervention programs.



Dibels – Progress Monitoring Assessments

Date Completed:____________

Utilize a variety of non-fiction text, digital content, and related support materials to reinforce comprehension skills.

Reading TeachersReading SpecialistSpecial EducatorsMedia Specialist


Benchmark AssessmentsShort Cycle AssessmentsContent Links


Analyze student data and determine the students demonstrating deficit in specific skills. Provide these students with specific instruction in the areas of need.



Benchmark AssessmentsShort Cycle AssessmentsContent Links



Identify students needing significant intervention in reading and develop individual focus plans, related to AIM.

Classroom Teachers

Reading Specialist

Resource Staff

August 2011 to June 2012

Read, React, RespondsContent LinksBenchmark AssessmentsDIBELSFluency FormulaSIPPSFundations/Wilson

Monthly

Provide additional opportunities for students to access the School Library Media Center before/after School, during lunch, recess times, and during available nonscheduled blocks.

Media Specialist August 2011-June 2012

Read, React, RespondsContent LinksBenchmark Assessments Daily

Use the benchmarks and short cycle assessments to monitor students’ mastery of reading and use data for instructional planning in classroom and library.

Classroom TeachersReading SpecialistSpecial EducatorsInstructional CoachLibrary Media Specialist


Reading BenchmarksShort-cycle dataDIBELS data

On-going


Explore and implement. AVID Strategies such as Quick Write, K-W-L, and Cornell Notes in grade appropriate classrooms.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalTeacherInstructional CoachG/T CatalystSTEM Resource TeacherLibrary Media Specialist

September 2007 to June 2012 Student work samples On-going

Provide children with a variety of cultural experiences during and after school in order to develop background knowledge through assembly programs and field trips.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalTeacherInstructional CoachLibrary Media SpecialistPTA


Student/teacher/parent evaluations On-going

Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.8Students in grades 2 - 6 will achieve grade level standards on reading assessments. (BCPS standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:


Strategies:1. Implement appropriate diagnostic assessments for reading.2. Increase rigor of daily instruction through professional development covering a variety of strategies.


subgroups, as appropriate)

Person(s) Responsible TimelineMeasures

Formative & Summative: To ensure desired results

have been met.


Use the benchmarks and short cycle assessments to monitor students’ mastery of reading and use data for instructional planning in classroom and library.

Classroom TeachersReading SpecialistSpecial EducatorsInstructional CoachLibrary Media Specialist


Reading BenchmarksShort-cycle dataDIBELS data

On-going

Explore and implement. AVID Strategies such as Quick Write, K-W-L, and Cornell Notes in grade appropriate classrooms.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalTeacherInstructional CoachG/T CatalystSTEM Resource TeacherLibrary Media Specialist

September 2007 to June 2012 Student work samples On-going

Provide children with a variety of cultural experiences during and after school in order to develop background knowledge through assembly programs and field trips.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalTeacherInstructional CoachLibrary Media SpecialistPTA


Student/teacher/parent evaluations On-going

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Performance Goal 1 – MathematicsBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Targeted Area Mathematics (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified reading subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:All students, including special education students, Gifted and Talented, and ESOL students, in grades K-5.

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Strategies:

The Media Specialist will collaborate with classroom teachers to identify and consistently implement a common core of research based instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and engaging work for students.

Collaborate with the classroom teacher for the consistent and systematic implementation of the core curriculum objectives in all content areas, which include differentiated curriculum for Special Education, Gifted and Talented, and English Language Learners.

The Media Specialist will give training on the integration of technology in the teaching/learning process to enhance instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and engaging work for students.

Support teachers in the implementation of number sense and number relationship strategies through differentiated professional development opportunities.

Develop, implement and monitor instructional strategies that include differentiation to accommodate students’ level of learning increasing concept understanding and student achievement.

Integrate problem solving throughout a differentiated core mathematics program in all grades; kindergarten through grade 5.Key Actions

(Address by targeted subgroups, as appropriate)


Formative & Summative: To ensure desired results

have been met.


Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Provide access for students of on-line information resources and skill based activities in order to increase student opportunities to apply technology to communicate knowledge and understanding of curriculum.

Media SpecialistTechnology Integration Teacher


Integrate technology in the Mathematics curricula in all grade levels.

Classroom Teachers; Library/Technology Teachers; Instructional Coach; Mentor; Grade Level Tech Representative


Provide professional development for classroom teachers, providing resources for math to be used during Family Math Night. Focus on money, measurement, estimation, and math computer resources

Math Action TeamClassroom TeachersSpecial Area Teachers

1/12 - 2/12Student ProductsShort Cycle AssessmentsBenchmarks Assessments

Semester

Performance Goal 1 - ReadingBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Performance Goal 1 - MathematicsBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Targeted Area Mathematics (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified mathematics subgroups using “from-to” language.

Mathematics Target:

Strategies:1. Identify and consistently integrate technology in our instructional practices throughout the day resulting in more purposeful and

engaging work for students.2. Identify and consistently implement a common core of research based instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and engaging

work for students.




have been met.


Use best math practices in lessons, such as manipulative, Every Day Counts calendar math, reading integration, and constructivist learning to engage students in math instruction.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalClassroom TeachersInstructional CoachMath Resource TeacherLibrary Media Specialist



On-going

Performance Goal 1 – MathematicsBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Targeted Area Mathematics (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified mathematics subgroups using “from-to” language.

Mathematics Target:

Strategies: Integrate information literacy skills in the teaching and learning process to provide instructional practices resulting in more purposeful

and engaging work for students. Identify and consistently integrate technology in our instructional practices throughout the day resulting in more purposeful and

engaging work for students. Identify and consistently implement a common core of research based instructional practices resulting in more purposeful and engaging

work for students. Integrate technology in the teaching/ learning process. Provide staff with access to technology essential to implementing, collecting, and analyzing student data. Support teachers in the implementation of reading techniques through PD opportunities.




have been met.


Library media center will be stocked with fiction and nonfiction titles that focus on mathematics and cover a variety of reading levels and interests.

Library Media Specialist/ Math Specialist On-going

Review of collection at beginning/ middle and end of the year.

Adequate budgeting to support resources.

Performance Goal 1 – MathematicsBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Develop and implement inquiry based learning opportunities in collaboration with the school library

Develop cross-curricular and trans-curricular connections and alignment to content using Online research models.

LMS and math content teachers. August 2012- June 2013 Content and grade

level meetings. On-going

Students and teachers will use Fee Based Databases to assist with projects focused on mathematical content.

Library Media SpecialistClassroom TeacherTechnology Integration Teacher

On-going

Completed Student Work

Survey at the end of the year asking students about their database usage

Students and teachers will use Safari Montage videos to help reinforce math content.


On-going Report on teacher

use of titles from Safari Montage

Teachers will create and use math based technology integrated lessons with resources provided by LIS and OIT


On-going Completed Student Work

Performance Goal 1 – MathematicsBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Use best math practices in lessons, such as manipulative, Every Day Counts calendar math, reading integration, and constructivist learning to engage students in math instruction.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalClassroom TeachersInstructional CoachMath Resource TeacherLibrary Media Specialist



On-going

Use the BCPS K-5 Library Curriculum, literature, and digital resources to supplement lessons and provide interdisciplinary connections.

Media Specialist August 2011 to June 2012

Benchmark AssessmentsShort Cycle AssessmentsFormative AssessmentsPre and Post tests

Ongoing

Performance Goal 1 – MathematicsBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Provide additional math instructional time through small group instruction, extended day sessions, First in Math, the Fast Math Program, and Everyday Counts Math Calendar and Pearson’s Success Net. Use manipulatives to assist the learning process.Operating BudgetFunding: Title I Grant

Incorporate curriculum concepts and skills within special area classes for continued practice

Assistant PrincipalGrade Level TeachersSpecial EducatorsResource Teachers

Special Area Teachers (Library Media Specialist,

P.E., Music and Art Teachers)



Math BenchmarksSCAsUnit AssessmentsFAST Math dataFirst in Math data

Math BenchmarksSCAsSummative Assessments

Performance Goal 1 – MathematicsBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Invite parents to Academic events to learn strategies that they can use to support their children at home. Send home math take home folders to assist parents with understanding basic math concepts to use when working with their children.

Inform parents of the databases available to support learning at homeTitle I Funds

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalClassroom TeachersSpecial EducatorsResource Teachers




Sign in sheetsParent Surveys

Parent Surveys

Develop and Implement a peer/teacher tutoring program that will allow students to receive homework support and take place in the library so there is access to resources after regular school hours.

o Administrationo Library Media

Specialisto Classroom

TeachersStudents

Twice per week before and/or after school

o Student Grades

Student Feedback

Performance Goal 1 – MathematicsBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.1All diploma-bound students in grades 3 – 8 and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards, and students enrolled in English 10 and Algebra I will pass the High School Assessments (HSAs). (State standard)Distribute a monthly Library Newsletter that highlights various websites or Web 2.0 resources that support the skills that are being taught from the mathematics curriculum during that month.

1. Library Media Specialist Monthly 1. Parent/Student

Feedback

Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.5All participating special education students will meet or exceed state standards for the Alternate Maryland School Assessment (ALT-MSA). (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target: At this time, we do not have any students who qualify for ALT-MSA

Strategies: All staff who work with the student population that may qualify for ALT-MSA will be trained and prepared to meet the requirements of ALT-MSA.




have been met.


LMS will provide resources to assist in student learning (i.e. playaways, read aloud tools in databases such as Nettrekker.

Library Media Specialist September 2007 to June 2012 Classroom Observation On-going

Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.5All participating special education students will meet or exceed state standards for the Alternate Maryland School Assessment (ALT-MSA). (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:

Strategies:




have been met.


Provide inclusion opportunities to increase FALS students’ exposure to the general education curriculum and the Black eyed Susan program.

Special Education Department and LMS

Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.5All participating special education students will meet or exceed state standards for the Alternate Maryland School Assessment (ALT-MSA). (State standard)LMS will provide resources to assist in student learning (i.e. playaways, read aloud tools in databases such as Nettrekker.


Provide professional development for teachers in the area of differentiation, highlighting research-based best practices, current trends, as well as providing training in Digital Content, Web 2.0 tools, and technology integration that supports IEP implementation and accommodations for our special education population.

o Administratorso Special Education

Chairo Library Media

Specialisto Technology

Liaison


o Informal observation

LMS will provide resources to assist in student learning (i.e. playaways, read aloud tools in databases such as Nettrekker.


Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.6All eligible prekindergarten students will have access to a prekindergarten program by the 2007– 2008 school year. (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:




have been met.


Work with the Office of Early Childhood to implement child round-up activities. Also work with the public library liaison to implement “My first library card program.(TI$, OB$)

PreK TeacherPrincipalAssistant PrincipalSLPSchool NurseGuidanceRecords SecretaryResidency OfficerParent Support ServicesPTALibrary Media Specialist


Early School Readiness Screening program On-going

Performance Goal 1By 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.21All schools will achieve an attendance rate of at least 94%. (State standard)

Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Strategies: Provide parents, families, and community stakeholder groups with strategies that can be implemented with children to enhance student achievement.




have been met.


Create an attendance committee (including a PPW, Social Worker, Guidance Counselor, Administrator, etc.) to review monthly attendance and identify students who are absent one or more days per week in order to provide assistance and support for parents.

School Nurse, AdministrationMembers of the Attendance Committee

October 2011– June 2012

Attendance Reports from STARS

Monthly

Provide a section in the parent newsletter to recognize excellent student attendance (2 or fewer days absent per quarter) and a thank you to parents for their support.

AdministrationNovember 2011– June 2012

Attendance Reports from STARS

Monthly

Continue weekly incentive program (i.e. weekly computer time in the library) that recognizes students with perfect attendance for the week.(TI$, OB$)

Awards/Incentives TeamClassroom TeachersLibrary Media Specialist


Weekly school wide list of winners On-going

Performance Goal 1- Social StudiesBy 2012, all students will reach high standards, as established by the Baltimore County Public Schools and state performance level standards, in English/reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 1.6All students will use Web 2.0 tools, print and non-print resources, as well as access BCPS databases in order to research curriculum objectives and produce products using technology.Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.Target:All students, including special education students, Gifted and Talented, and ESOL students, in grades K-5.

Strategies:The Library Media Specialist will provide technology support within the classrooms.

The Library Media Specialist will provide rigorous instruction using technology within the library media center.

The Library Media Specialist will provide professional development on incorporating Web 2.0 tool in the classroom instruction.

The Library Media Specialist will provide instruction on using the specific BCPS databases relating to the Social Studies curriculum in order to increase student knowledge of the subject matter and therefore increase their achievement.


The Library Media Specialist will collaborate with classroom teachers using short and long term plans to access the library and the computer lab.




have been met.


Students in grades K-5 will utilize the online research models for assignments.

LMSTech Integration TeacherClassroom Teacher

8/2011-6/2012 Student Product: Project-based learning Monthly


LMSTech Integration Teacher 8/2011-6/2012 Student Product:

Project-based learning Quarterly

Performance Goal 2By 2012, all English Language Learners will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards in English reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 2.1All English Language Learners receiving English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services will attain English proficiency by the end of their fourth school year. (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target: develop and implement instructional strategies that include multiculturalism and differentiation.

Strategies:




have been met.


Library Media Center will provide a collection of print and digital resources that represent a wide variety of cultures.

Library Media Specialist On-goingCollection Assessment in beginning/ middle and end of the year.

Collaborate with ELL and classroom teachers to meet student needs by providing multicultural and multilingual resources to support curriculum and language development.


August 2011-June 2012 LAS Assessment Short Cycle

Assessments Benchmarks

MSA Daily

Provide students and their parents with resources and related training in the use of translators and bilingual dictionaries, and BCPS digital content (Safari Montage, Brain Pop Spanish, World Book Spanish, Gale Databases which feature translate options, Tumblebooks, and using closed captioning when available) with remote access passwords.

ELL TeacherOffice of World LanguagesLibrary Media Specialist

August 2010– June 2011 LAS Assessment Short Cycle

Assessments Benchmarks MSA

Completed by:__________________





The LMS and classroom teachers will bolster the reading achievement of ESL learners through the incorporation of digital tools and resources that support said students’ proficiency in English while honing their information literacy skills.


Classroom Teachers

ESL Teacher

School Principal

09/12-06/13

Completed ESL Student Research Product (utilizing

digital content withtranslator tools)

Results of the Follette Titlewave Collection

Analysis (in the area of multicultural/bi-lingual

resources)

Provide ELL students with various bilingual resources

including databases and book to improve language

acquisition.

Library Media Specialist On-goingTeacher Feedback

Formal and Informal Assessments

Provide professional development for teachers in the area of supporting ELL and ESOL students, highlighting research-based best practices, current trends, as well as providing training in Digital Content, Web 2.0 tools, Destiny OPAC, and technology integration that supports their needs.

o Administratorso Reading

Specialistso Library Media

Specialisto Academic Coacho Technology

Liaison


o Informal Observation

Provide and distribute a list of available resources to teachers that align with their curriculum and would support their ELL/ESOL students with accessing the material.

o Classroom Teachers


Ongoing

Performance Goal 2By 2012, all English Language Learners will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards in English reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 2.2All diploma-bound English Language Learners will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards. (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.




have been met.






Performance Goal 2By 2012, all English Language Learners will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards in English reading/writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.Performance Indicator 2.2All diploma-bound English Language Learners will meet or exceed Maryland School Assessment (MSA) standards. (State standard)

Provide students will a variety of resources to support proficiency with English acquisition, supporting their fluency and comprehension skills.


Administration

Classroom Teachers

ESOL Teacher(s)

09/12-06/13

Monitor daily and weekly assessments

Use Follette and Titlewave to develop a collection that demonstrates multicultural awareness and support English acquisition

Continue to work with the ESL educator to provide modifications and accommodations in both the instructional and assessment setting, in order to help students meet with success with in the library program.


Administration

Classroom Teachers

ESL Educator(s)

09/12-06/13

Lesson Assessments



Notes from planning with the ESL educator

Performance Goal 3By 2011-2012, all students will be taught by highly qualified teachers.Performance Indicator 3.1All teachers and paraprofessionals will meet the requirements for highly qualified, as defined by No Child Left Behind and the Bridge to Excellence in Public Schools Education Act. (BCPS standard)



MeasuresFormative& Summative: To ensure desired results

have been met.


LMS participates in academic research and assimilates findings to faculty pertaining to: digital citizenship, differentiated resources, information literacy, digital content, and cross-curricular/trans-curricular connections and alignment

Library Media Specialist August 2012-May 2013

Submit plan of participation as part of goal setting conference along with end-of-year

analysis to the administration

LMS provides Professional Development in order to offer curricular, pedagogical, and technological support that

correlates/aligns with academic standards/Common Core

LMSClassroom Teachers

MonthlyAugust 2012-

June 2013Classroom Observation

Performance Goal 3By 2005-2006, all students will be taught by highly qualified teachers.Performance Indicator 3.2All teachers and paraprofessionals will participate in high quality differentiated professional development, as defined by No Child Left Behind. (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target: All teachers will attend high qualify, ongoing professional development.

Strategies: Teachers and paraprofessionals will participate in professional development to facilitate the implementation of positive

relationships. Teachers and paraprofessionals will use data to drive instruction. Administrators, teachers, and paraprofessionals will participate in PD activities on the book, Creating Robust Vocabulary. Administrators and teachers will participate in book studies using the following books: Focus,




have been met.)


Offer PD opportunities for teachers to learn how to

utilize Web 2.0 tools within the classroom to

enhance student learning

Library Media Specialist On-going Participation rateTeacher Feedback

Performance Goal 3By 2005-2006, all students will be taught by highly qualified teachers.Performance Indicator 3.2All teachers and paraprofessionals will participate in high quality differentiated professional development, as defined by No Child Left Behind. (State standard)Provide time for teachers to work with mentor teacher, resources teachers, PD resource teacher to increase their skill levels for differentiation of instruction, alignment of instruction to the state curriculum, and others as applicable. Allow teachers to collaborate with the library media specialist to integrate curriculum concepts within the library during special area time.

Title I Funds for extended time for teachers either before or after schools.

AdministrationResource TeachersMentor TeacherPD teacherLibrary Media Specialist

Ongoing, Sept. 2011 – June 2012

Informal and Formal observations

Increase student performance on assessments

Performance Goal 4All students will be educated in school environments that are safe and conducive to learning.Performance Indicator 4.1All schools and school communities will maintain safe, orderly, nurturing environments. (BCPS standard)

Performance Goal 3By 2005-2006, all students will be taught by highly qualified teachers.Performance Indicator 3.2All teachers and paraprofessionals will participate in high quality differentiated professional development, as defined by No Child Left Behind. (State standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:

Strategies:Faculty and staff will create a school wide climate that promotes safety and the well being of parents, students, and staff.




have been met.


Library Media Center will provide a safe and inviting atmosphere for students, teachers, and parents.

Library Media SpecialistAdministration On-going

Survey questions regarding the Library setting will be included in the annual student and parent survey.

Utilize the BCPS Telecommunications Document and the Safety and Cyber Bullying Resources from the Office of Library Information Services website to teach and reinforce digital citizenship, and the safe use of technology.

Media SpecialistTechnology TeacherClassroom Teachers August 2010 – June 2011 Office Referral Data

Date completed :__________

Incorporate supplemental bullying and harassment materials into Code of Conduct lessons and library curriculum lessons.

StaffGuidance CounselorLibrary Media Specialist

Fall 2008-Spring 2012Number of Incident Reports and Discipline Referrals.

On-going

Celebrate multiculturalism through school-wide events throughout the school year, representation in library resources, and showcases around the building.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalClassroom TeachersLibrary Media Specialist

Fall 2008-Spring 2012Documentation of Celebrations and visual observations

On-going

B9) Offer extended learning activities (Ex. Math 24, Literary Club, Quiz Bowl) through after-school clubs (funded by School Activity Funds)(clubs meet weekly/bi-weekly).

*Club Sponsors*Library Media Specialist

Aug., 2011 – June, 2013

*Weekly/Bi-Weeklymeetings/practice*Library open after school at least 2 times per week for students

*Competition results as a result of competing with other BCPS middle schools*Student created products*Students create final products using Web 2.0 tools for publication to the school website*Destiny circulation data

Lessons will be taught to students covering the topics of bullying, cyberbullying and digital citizenship.

o Administrative staff

o Guidance Counselor


o Ongoing o Focus room datao Suspension data

Performance Goal 4All students will be educated in school environments that are safe and conducive to learning.Performance Indicator 4.1All schools and school communities will maintain safe, orderly, nurturing environments. (BCPS standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:

Strategies: 1. Implement a school-wide behavior management system following PBIS philosophy providing the students with a safe, orderly, nurturing learning environment. 2. Provide incentives that support the PBIS program to encourage positive behavior.




have been met.


Incorporate supplemental bullying and harassment materials into Code of Conduct lessons and library curriculum lessons.

StaffGuidance CounselorLibrary Media Specialist

Fall 2008-Spring 2012Number of Incident Reports and Discipline Referrals.

On-going

Celebrate multiculturalism through school-wide events throughout the school year, representation in library resources, and showcases around the building.

PrincipalAssistant PrincipalClassroom TeachersLibrary Media Specialist

Fall 2008-Spring 2012Documentation of Celebrations and visual observations

On-going

Performance Goal 4All students will be educated in school environments that are safe and conducive to learning.Performance Indicator 4.3Staff, students, parents, and community members will express satisfaction with the learning environment, climate, and school facilities. (BCPS standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:

Strategies: 1. Provide opportunities for staff, students and parents to communicate levels of satisfaction with the learning environment, climate, and school facilities.




have been met.


Conduct Parent Orientation to PBIS through a Back to School Night briefing (including cyber bullying and digital citizenship rules) and Magnets with the Behavior Matrix.

PrincipalFamily Involvement TeamLibrary Media Specialist

September 2007September 2009September 2010September 2011

Sign-in sheets at Back to School Night On-going

Performance Goal 4All students will be educated in school environments that are safe and conducive to learning.Performance Indicator 4.3Staff, students, parents, and community members will express satisfaction with the learning environment, climate, and school facilities. (BCPS standard)


Target:

Strategies: 1. Provide opportunities for staff, students and parents to communicate levels of satisfaction with the learning environment, climate, and school facilities.Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target: By June 2011, 90% of parents, guardians, and staff completing the school perception surveys will indicate satisfaction with West Towson Elementary’s academic program, level of safety and security, and communication.

Strategies:1. Provide clean, attractive, and healthy learning environments.2. Implement the school safety plan on a consistent basis.3. Offer families a variety of means to access information about the school.4. Provide opportunities for staff, students and parents to communicate levels of satisfaction with the learning environment, climate, and

school facilities.




have been met.



Target:

Strategies: 1. Provide opportunities for staff, students and parents to communicate levels of satisfaction with the learning environment, climate, and school facilities.Develop a website for use by families for the library with library news, links to BCPS resources, the Destiny catalog, the Office of Library Web 2.0 Tools, Online Research Modules, and library hours.

Media Specialist August 2011-June 2012 Website Review Monthly

Conduct Parent Orientation to PBIS through a Back to School Night briefing (including cyber bullying and digital citizenship rules) and Magnets with the Behavior Matrix.

PrincipalFamily Involvement TeamLibrary Media Specialist

September 2007September 2009September 2010September 2011

Sign-in sheets at Back to School Night On-going

Provide students with instruction in web/internet safety through the library media, technology integration, and classroom curriculum.


Technology Integration Teacher

Classroom Teachers

Administration

09/12-06/13

The Telecommunications Acceptable Use Policy

Parent Newsletters

PTA Communication Forms

Lesson AssessmentsProvide professional development for staff on the databases provided by the county, in order to assist students in meeting the standards set forth by the MD State Curriculum, Standards for 21st Century Learners, and the upcoming Common Core Curriculum


Technology Integration Teacher/Liaison

School Principal

09/12-06/13

Staff Surveys to evaluate prior knowledge, monitor

use, and assess overall learning.

Lesson Objectives

Lesson Assessments

Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.Performance Indicator 6.1All parents/guardians will have multiple opportunities to participate in home-school communication. (BCPS standard)Performance Indicator 6.3Increase learning opportunities for parents/guardians, staff, and community members to assist in developing and refining the knowledge and skills needed to support students’ academic achievement and recognize students’ successes. (BCPS standard)Performance Indicator 6.4Increase parent/guardian attendance at school-based events and activities such as Back-to-School nights and school improvement teams. (BCPS standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Target:By June 2012 the number of volunteers in the school will increase by 5 %

By June 2012, the conferences with parents/guardians of students in grades preK-5 will increase 5%Strategies:

Provide parents, guardians, and community stakeholders with strategies that can be implemented with children to enhance student learning.

Provide media, planning services, and student involvement to promote parent involvement in school events.

Provide parents with an opportunity to be informed of Baltimore County Curriculum and strategies to assist their children in the learning process.

Provide opportunities for student involvement in school events.

Maintain and Encourage business partnerships that support and complement the educational program.Collaborate with the community




have been met.










Involve parents in the planning of programs, including the planning, review, and improvement

Parent Involvement Action Team

Media Specialist

9/11-6/11

Parent Interest and Climate Surveys Monthly









Coordinate and integrate programs purposed to increase parent involvement such as the

AdministrationSocial Worker

Guidance CounselorMedia Specialist

8/11-6/11

Parent Interest and Monthly









Cultivate and maintain a partnership with the Woodlawn Branch of the Baltimore County Public

Library/Technology Teachers

08/11-06/12 MSA 2011Benchmark Assessments









Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.









Performance Indicator 6.1All parents/guardians will have multiple opportunities to participate in home-school communication. (BCPS standard)Performance Indicator 6.2

Increase student, parent/guardian, and teacher conferences to 100% in all schools. (BCPS standard)









Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.












have been met.










The library media specialist will provide parents, guardians, and community stakeholder groups with Library Media Specialist Library Wiki Page

Provide professional development on the ‘Read Aloud’ components available on the Digital Databases to provide audio support, imbedded dictionary, and self-monitoring comprehension for reading to help students increase comprehension

*Library Media Specialist

Aug. 2011 – June 2013 *Schedule PD during the school day for faculty and staff* PD which instructs staff on Databases. Will also show how it can be incorporated in everyday classroom lessons.*Scheduled sessions on Back to school night and Parent Teacher conference nights for parents

*Sign in sheets for faculty, staff, parents

Provide teachers with staff development opportunities to familiarize themselves with instructional technology that can be implemented into their daily instruction to enhance their students’ acquisition of instructional material.

*Content Dept. Chairpersons*Library Media Specialist*Technology Liaison*Technology Committee

Aug. 2011– June 2013

*Walk-Throughs*Informal/Formal Observations*Professional Development which instructs staff on 2.0 tools.

*Ongoing-Informal Observation Checklist *Formal Observation Post-Observation Write Up & Conference *Record of computer reservations

Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.Performance Indicator 6.3Increase learning opportunities for parents/guardians, staff, and community members to assist in developing and refining the knowledge and skills needed to support students’ academic achievement and recognize students’ successes. (BCPS standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.

Strategies: Provide relevant workshops that meet needs of parents who have children who use technology to communicate, learn, and interact. Provide meaningful activities for parents to participate within school setting.




have been met.


Use parent events (Back –to-School night, family/parent nights, etc.) to show parents resources (digital content, databases, books, and online resources) strategies and give suggestions for how they can assist students with

o Administrative team

o All instructional staff

o Technology Liaison

o LibraryMedia Specialist

o As events are held o Assessment data

Promote opportunities for parental involvement in the library program, including, but not limited to, bi-weekly newsletters, Library Night, shelving, checking in and checking out materials, and working with students during the instructional program.


Technology Integration Teacher/Liaison

School Principal

o Parent Volunteers (PTA)

o 09/12-06/13

Monitor a weekly log of parent volunteers, monitor

school wide volunteer check in

Attend PTA meetings

o Send/e-mail newsletters and/or

updates

Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.Performance Indicator 6.3Increase learning opportunities for parents/guardians, staff, and community members to assist in developing and refining the knowledge and skills needed to support students’ academic achievement and recognize students’ successes. (BCPS standard)Schedule parent workshops to increase parent understanding of their children’s academic programs.

AdministrationClassroom TeachersSupport Staff

October 2010-January 2011 Evaluation Surveys Date completed: ______

Provide parents with access to library books, parent library cards, Web 2.0 Tools, BCPS Digital Resources and remote access passwords.

Media Specialist October 2010-June 2011 Parent Sign in Forms Date completed: ______

Create a Library Advisory Committee and a Friends of the Library group.

Media Specialist August 2011-June 2012Parent Sign in FormsInput and Feedback from Stakeholders.

Date completed: ______

Provide professional development for parents regarding cyber-bullying and ethical use of information, and the telecommunications policies and rules.

Media Specialist and Technology Integration Specialist

At Beginning of school year and on-going

Attendance at workshops will be collected and measured against previous years’ parent participation

Provide professional development for parents regarding cyber-bullying and ethical use of information, and the telecommunications policies and rules.



Attendance at workshops will be collected and measured against previous years’ parent participation

Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.Performance Indicator 6.3Increase learning opportunities for parents/guardians, staff, and community members to assist in developing and refining the knowledge and skills needed to support students’ academic achievement and recognize students’ successes. (BCPS standard)Provide opportunities (circulation of materials, shelving, assisting students) for volunteerism within the library media center to *increase staffing and boost student achievement through reduced adult-child ratio.



Data will be collected to measure the volunteer activity from previous years’ volunteerism

Provide informational sessions at the annual Science, Math and Technology Expo on Fee Based Data Bases.

Library Media Specialist May Parent Survey distributed after the Expo.

Provide an overview of the Library Media Center and the program at a PTA and on Back to School Night

Library Media Specialist September Feedback from parents

Provide an overview of the Library Media Center and the program at a PTA and on Back to School Night

Library Media Specialist September Feedback from parents

Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.Performance Indicator 6.4Increase parent/guardian attendance at school-based events and activities such as Back-to-School nights and school improvement teams. (BCPS standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.




have been met.


Promoting activities through newsletters, school website, and library wiki page.


o Public Relations Committee


Quarterly o Attendance data

Collaboration with local businesses, organizations, local library branches to encourage more parental participation.




Quarterly o Attendance data

Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.Performance Indicator 6.5Increase parent/guardian, school, business, and community partnerships. (BCPS standard)Targeted Area (include all targeted subgroups): Use the disaggregated subgroup data (grades, gender, race/ethnicity, Special Education, English Language Learners, Gifted and Talented, and FARMS) from the needs assessment to determine the targets that need to be set on an annual basis. Insert appropriate targets for identified subgroups using “from-to” language.


subgroups, as appropriate)


Formative & Summative: To ensure desired results have been

met.


Host a quarterly reading night where students and their parents can come hear various level of texts read aloud, choose books to read to their own children, and participate in a book swap with books donated both from students, teachers, and community/business members.

o Administrationo Classroom Teacherso Library Media Specialisto Community/Business

Members

Quarterlyo Percentage of Attendanceo Parent/Student/Teacher

Feedback Survey

Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.Performance Indicator 6.6Increase communication and positive relationships with parents/guardians and community members by disseminating information about system, school, and student successes. (BCPS standard)

Target:By June 2010, 95 percent of all parents will indicate their satisfaction with the communication provided by the school.

Performance Goal 6Engage parents/guardians, business, and community members in the educational process.Performance Indicator 6.6Increase communication and positive relationships with parents/guardians and community members by disseminating information about system, school, and student successes. (BCPS standard)Strategies:

1. Send home monthly newsletters2. Utilize the school website to increase communication with families




have been met.


Sharing information about school activities, school and system resources with parents via the school website, library wiki page, and the BCPS highlights.


o All Instructional Staff


Ongoing Website Evaluation

Develop a website for use by families for the library with library news, links to BCPS resources, The Destiny Catalogue, The Office of Library Web 2.0 Tools, Online Research Modules, and library hours.

Library Media Specialist August 2011-June 2012 Suggestions and Feedback from Stakeholders Date Completed______

Library Media Center School Improvement Plan Recommendations

Key Actions(Address by targeted subgroups, as appropriate)

Person(s) Responsible Timeline


have been met.


General Reading Instruction

Collaboration between classroom teacher and Library Media Specialist to implement cross-curricular/trans-curricular activities that provides connections and alignment to SIP goals.

Library Media Specialist, classroom

teacher

Weekly Formative and Project based assessment

In process

Library Media Specialist will provide information literacy and technology literacy skills to students using online research models that are investigation inquiry-based and project-based learning.


Daily Formative and Project based assessment

In process

Provide professional development for teachers that provide them with information on 24/7 access to digital content, resources/websites via Destiny and telecommunications policy and rules.


Monthly Teacher feedback survey and instructional products.

In process

Library advisory committee will provide line of communication and information to PTA and principal through emails and library newsletter to promote and advocate for the library media program that support the SIP goals.

Library Media Specialist,

administrator, classroom teacher, resource teachers,

and parents

Monthly Newsletters and short informational emails

In progress

Provide digital tools and resources that support ESL learners that meet SIP goals


Daily Time log In progress

Promote school website, library wiki, and school wiki to improve collaboration and communication among all stakeholders.

Library Media Specialist, ETIT,

Webmaster

Daily Track usage data In progress

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