COLONEL JOHN WHEELER MIDDLE SCHOOL Mark Gianfermi – Principal Board Presentation July 23, 2018
School Quality Factor – Clear Direction The shared beliefs, written and unwritten rules, assumptions and behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s social norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful Standard 1.4 The governing authority establishes and ensures adherence to policies that are designed to support institutional effectiveness.
School Quality Factor – Clear Direction The shared beliefs, written and unwritten rules, assumptions and behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s social norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful Entering a new educational leadership position the following were considered; - Rela lation onsh ships ps and d Im Immedi diat ate e Needs Get to know who you are serving while also addressing immediate needs that get in the way of culture, function and student outcomes - Systems ems and St Structures uctures Fine tune systems and structures, such as behavioral expectations, collaboration, and teacher leadership - St Stude dent t Learn rning ng and Teaching hing Focus on teaching, drive discussion and action towards student cultures, needs, and learning styles so that teachers can provide instructional approaches and activities that are both universal and relevant for our students
School Quality Factor – Clear Direction The shared beliefs, written and unwritten rules, assumptions and behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s social norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful Middle School Philosophy Transition from Elementary (Partnerships with elementary schools) Curriculum Targets / Structure (Working collaboratively on courses and teaching) Social Emotional Programming (Working collaboratively around students) Transition to High School (Partnerships with the high school)
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Curriculum Targets / Structure (Working collaboratively on Teaching and Learning) Professional Learning Communities Teachers collaborate with others who teacher their course. Curriculum, assessment, course structure and instructional strategies are planned and implemented in courses School Improvement Committee Structure Creating a clear vision which is data driven through the collaboration of all stakeholders Team Meeting Commitment Student Advisory time in which a group of teachers work around a group of student
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Standard 1.9 The institution provides experiences that cultivate and improve leadership effectiveness.
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Curriculum Targets / Structure (Working collaboratively on Teaching and Learning) Course-based Professional Learning Communities Sixth Grade Teacher Assignment = 1 subject Meeting 2-3 times a week Collaborating with Taft Middle School Analyzing Data
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Curriculum Targets / Structure School Improvement Committee Structure (Increase from 8 teachers to 42 teachers) Sub-Committees Form Instruction and Learning Assessment and Data Technology Student Services Professional Development Professional Development created from needs assessment developed by school improvement committee; Examples- Using GoGuardian, Verbal De-escalation, Using BUZZ Agendas for Parent Communication, Working with IEPs in the general education classroom, etc.
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Curriculum Targets / Structure (Working collaboratively on Teaching and Learning) Renewed Team Commitment By Grade Level
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7 Th Grade Responsibility Learning how to be a responsible student, take responsibility for yourself and the choices you make. (Helping student take ownership of their learning) Involvement with School / Community Helping students contribute to their class, school, and community. Emphasis on guiding students toward involvement in extra-curricular activities to promote success in school. Social Empathy and Respect Focus on developing empathy and respect for their peers as well as their school and community.
Transition to high school Working with students to navigate the changes from to middle school to high school. Social Leadership Modeling empathy and respect for each other. Involvement with School / Community Helping students contribute to their class, school, and community Emphasis on guiding students toward involvement in extra-curricular activities to promote success in school. Increased Individual Academic Ownership Learning how to be a responsible student, take responsibility for yourself and the choices you make. (Helping student take ownership of their learning)
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Standard 2.4 The institution has a formal structure to ensure learners develop positive relationships with and have adults/peers who support their educational experiences.
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Guidance Department – Supporting Students 2016-2017 School Year Total Guidance Visits 2,458 Average 13.6 students in Guidance per day 2017-18 School Year Month Number of Visits August 2017 109 September 2017 285 October 2017 342 November 2017 324 December 2017 219 January 2018 300 February 2018 309 March 2018 464 April 2018 396 May 2018 398 TOTAL 3,146 Average 17.4 students in Guidance per day
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Guidance Department- Supporting Students Data Breakdown 8/17/17 - 1/23/18* *Data represents a portion of Guidance visits within the dates listed above. Reason for Guidance Visit Total Number Family 37 Class Schedule 60 Personal 80 Social 221 Mental Health 74 Behavior 69 Academic 30 Attendance 26 TOTAL 597
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Social Emotional Programming (Working collaboratively around students) FIERCE – 3 year rotation completed Dan Massa Challenge Education training Challenge Education lessons built in BUZZ Course FIERCE Friends (8 th Graders Mentor 6 th Graders) CASS Mentors – Partnership with CPHS supporting 6 th graders Grade Level Advisory Period for all students -2018-19
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Standard 2.3 The learning culture develops learners’ attitudes, beliefs, and skills needed for success.
School Quality Factor – Healthy Culture The shared values, beliefs, written and unwritten rule, assumptions ad behaviors of stakeholders within the school community that shape the school’s norms and create opportunities for everyone to be successful. Creating ting a sense se of pride in oneself self, , school, ol, and community unity. Violating School Rules Horseplay in School 600 160 140 500 120 400 100 80 300 Violating School Horseplay in School Rules 60 200 40 100 20 0 0 2016-17 2017-18 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 Discipline Wins for 2017-18
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