2017-2018 Campus Improvement Plan Vaughan Elementary …...Vaughan Elementary met 100% of the state system safeguards for performance and participation rates. Math: Vaughan's Math

Allen Independent School District

Vaughan Elementary

2017-2018 Campus Improvement PlanAccountability Rating: Met Standard

Distinction Designations:Academic Achievement in Reading/English Language Arts

Academic Achievement in MathematicsAcademic Achievement in Science

Top 25% Student ProgressPostsecondary Readiness

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Mission StatementThe mission of Vaughan Elementary is to develop good citizens and life-long learners

by empowering each to reach his or her full potential in a caring, safe environment.

VisionVaughan is committed to developing good citizens and life-long learners

who will make a positive impact on our ever changing world.



Core BeliefsVaughan has been known for its SAFE, CARING culture and environment since its opening in the fall of 1989. As we look to the future of our

school, the faculty and staff believe that this tradition must continue on behalf of the students we will influence in the years to come.

We believe:

C Children are our chosen customers, and we provide the most significant service to them.A All children can learn and deserve the highest quality education.R Relationships based on respect and trust are essential to our task.I Interesting and engaging work will lead to deeper understanding and learning for children.N Nothing is impossible when we work as a team.G Grace is given to all... Each day is a new beginning.

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S Safety and security are a top priority.A Affirmation of individual and collective success and effort occurs at all levels.F Friendliness, integrity, and citizenship are fundamental to developing leaders.E Every decision is based on what is best for children!

Vaughan Viking Student Creed:

Vaughan Vikings Sail! We ...

S Strive for success,

A Always have a positive attitude,

I Inspire and respect others, and

L Love Learning!



Table of Contents

Comprehensive Needs Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Demographics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Student Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8School Culture and Climate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Staff Quality, Recruitment, and Retention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Family and Community Involvement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13School Context and Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Comprehensive Needs Assessment Data Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Goals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Goal 1: Cultivate innovation and increase student success by engaging students in rigorous and relevant learning experiences that will prepare themfor graduation and post-secondary success. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Goal 2: Promote and nurture collaborative relationships essential for successful students and schools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Goal 3: Ensure efficient, effective processes to support management of operations and utilization of resources to maximize learning for all studentsand staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

System Safeguard Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Campus Funding Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22



Comprehensive Needs Assessment

Demographics

Demographics Summary

Vaughan Elementary is a 28 year old, K-6 campus in Allen ISD. Vaughan has not been part of district campus boundary changes in the past ten+ years.Student enrollment has declined during that period, most likely because it is a well established neighborhood with families who have elected to remain in thearea. Vaughan increased its enrollment for the 2016-2017 school year by approximately 200 students, as it housed the district's first GATE Academy forstudents in grades one through five; campus enrollment again increased for the 2017-2018 school year as the GATE Academy welcomed the addition of two6th Grade Classrooms. Gifted students from all 18 elementary schools will make up the GATE Academy, with the majority of those students traveling toand/or from school on buses provided by the district. Approximately 475 students are enrolled in the general education classrooms at Vaughan. Thosestudents live primarily in single family homes, as there is only one apartment complex in the Vaughan attendance zone. Homes currently range in value fromapproximately $150,000 to $300,000. Vaughan was fully renovated during the summer of 2016. This renovation transformed areas of the building toaccommodate 12 GATE classrooms.

According to the 2016-2017 PEIMS Student Demographic report, Vaughan had 687 students. Of those 687 students, 11% were African American, 15%Hispanic, 44% White, 0% American Indian, 26% Asian, 0% Pacific Islander, and 4% two or more races. There were 18% considered economicallydisadvantaged, 5% English Language Learners, and 9% Special Education.

As the population of the campus has decreased prior to 2016-2017, the number of economically disadvantaged students had increased steadily. With theaddition of the GATE Academy in 2016-2017 pulling students from across the district to attend Vaughan, the number of economically disadvantagedstudents dropped approximately 5%.

Demographics Strengths

Vaughan Elementary has many strengths. Some of the most notable demographic strengths include:

1. Vaughan increased enrollment with the addition of approximately 250 gifted and talented students to the GATE Academy.

2. Vaughan continues to have a high attendance rate.

3. Vaughan parent surveys continue to rate our campus favorably each year.



Problem Statements Identifying Demographics Needs

Problem Statement 1: With students at Vaughan representing many countries and cultures, there has been a lack of opportunity for students to understandthe various cultures, customs and traditions of the families new to Vaughan. Root Cause: With the recent addition of the GATE Academy at Vaughan andhousing students from across the district, Vaughan students have only recently experienced a diverse population of students representing many countries.



Student Achievement

Student Achievement Summary

All schools in Texas must meet standards set in four state accountability areas. For the 2016-2017 school year, Vaughan Elementary met these targets:

Index 1 - Student Achievement: Vaughan Elementary Score: 91 (state target score = 60)

Index 2 - Student Progress: Vaughan Elementary Score: 51 (state target score = 32)

Index 3 - Closing Performance Gaps: Vaughan Elementary Score: 52 (state target score = 28)

Index 4 - Post-Secondary Readiness: Vaughan Elementary Score: 63 (state target score = 12)

Student Achievement Strengths

A thorough analysis of Vaughan Elementary student achievement reveals the following areas of strength:

Exceeding the state targets on all four performance indexes.Vaughan Elementary earned five of the six distinction designations we were eligible to earn. Vaughan Elementary met 100% of the state system safeguards for performance and participation rates.

Math:

Vaughan's Math STAAR scores in 4th grade at 95% were above 4th grade district STAAR scores (district score - 4th grade -90%)On 5th grade math STAAR results, Vaughan students out performed the district average at the mastered level by 5%.

Reading:

Vaughan Elementary's 4th Grade Reading STAAR scores were 93% which is above the district average (88%)In 5th grade Reading, Vaughan students outscored the district averages on both the approaches and masters levels.

Writing:

Vaughan exceeded the district average in writing with 86% of students meeting expectation for the 2016-2017 school year.



Problem Statements Identifying Student Achievement Needs

Problem Statement 1: Not all special populations (GT, SPED, ELL), regardless of academic achievement, are showing one or more years’ worth of growth.Root Cause: We often focus on getting our special groups to meet the passing standard and not as much on making growth as determined by progressmeausre.

Problem Statement 2: Most students in special education have not demonstrated success on state assessments. Root Cause: Inconsistent processes in placefor intervention and support. Lack of purposeful, data driven intervention to fill learning gaps.

Problem Statement 3: Missed System Safeguard in Special Education math and reading. Root Cause: Limited exposure to rigorous grade level curriculum.



School Culture and Climate

School Culture and Climate Summary

Our campus mission is "Vaughan Elementary develops good citizens and life-long learners by empowering each to realize his or her full petential in a caring,safe environment". Our staff and community have embodied this mission which is evidenced by the way staff and students interact with each other andparticipate in many after school clubs and programs which support the varied interests of our studetns. We are committed to creating a supportiveenvironment focused on learner-centered instruction for staff and students, built on character, and developed through professional growth and collaborationwith colleagues, parents and the community with the common purpose of supporting students in becoming engaged and successful learners and citizens.

School Culture and Climate Strengths

Vaughan Elementary embraces a culture in which personal and academic achievement is fostered for all students.

Varied after school programs and family events Students and staff feel safe on campus at VaughanCollegial and collaborative activities that promote positive communication and problem solving

Problem Statements Identifying School Culture and Climate Needs

Problem Statement 1: Provide more opportunities for new parents to be involved in school activities. Root Cause: Meshing of families from across thedistrict isn't as convenient for everyone to attend campus functions.



Staff Quality, Recruitment, and Retention

Staff Quality, Recruitment, and Retention Summary

Staff quality is an important factor in promoting student success on campus. All teachers and paraprofessionals are 100% highly qualified. Variousactivities, such as Sunshine Committee events and team building activities are held on campus to promote team building and a family-type atmosphere.

Staff Quality, Recruitment, and Retention Strengths

77% of Vaughan teachers have more than 5 years of teaching experienceKey placement of staff in content areas needing academic growthConsistent team and morale building activitiesStaff development plan based on campus and district needs as determined by our data

Problem Statements Identifying Staff Quality, Recruitment, and Retention Needs

Problem Statement 1: Connecting teachers to sustain both personal and collegiate relationships across the building can be a challenge due to the new natureof instructional and planning differences.



Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment

Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Summary

Staff will review student assessments in order to provide targeted instruction for improvement during instruction, intervention and tutoring. Core SIT teammeets every 9 weeks to discuss student and teacher needs to promote achievement. Data is used to inform curriculum, instruction, intervention groups andassessment decisions. During professional development, vertical teaming, grade level planning, Core SIT meetings, data talks, professional learning, andinstructional activities are aligned with student learning needs and expected outcomes for achievement.

Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Strengths

Curriculum implemented with fidelity across the campusFlexible groupingHigh level of teaching at performance standardsVaried assessment toolsData talks are led by instructional leadership with support area teachers to review data and develop intervention plans

Problem Statements Identifying Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Needs

Problem Statement 1: We need a more intentional processes and options for intervention that supports struggling students as well as advanced students.



Family and Community Involvement

Family and Community Involvement Summary

We are continuing to increase efforts to communicate with families and community stakeholders in a variety of ways. In an effort to increase parentalinvolvement and engagement, we are continuing to identify and offer activities that will help achieve increases in these areas. The school and PTA offervarious opportunities for parents and community members to come on campus. The campus website and calendar are kept up to date with the latesthappenings at Vaughan. We make sure that our routines are consistent, including our Wednesday folders every week.

Family and Community Involvement Strengths

Multiple opportunities to volunteer on campusWATCH Dogs Program Routine communication with families in various formats

Problem Statements Identifying Family and Community Involvement Needs

Problem Statement 1: Recruit more parents to volunteer during the school day.



School Context and Organization

School Context and Organization Summary

Vaughan Elementary is focused on putting students first. Teachers and administrators work together to make instructional decisions that support students andinstruction. When our students are not making progress or struggling socially or emotionally, we conduct a Student Intervention Team meeting or a reviewARD/504 staffing/meeting to make adjustments to help them grow.

School Context and Organization Strengths

Strong communication between teams, teachers and administrationCommunity supportTeachers feel as though they have a voice

Problem Statements Identifying School Context and Organization Needs

Problem Statement 1: Priority needs to be given to scheduling and protecting instructional time.



Technology

Technology Summary

We will continue to implement the district's technology learning plan. Vaughan has provided the staff with trainings on a wide range of technologyresources. With the recent renovation in 2016, each classroom has easy access to technology devices in addition to class sets of desktops in the library andcomputer lab. The classrooms at Vaughan are equipped with SMART boards that are routinely used by teachers.

Technology Strengths

All teachers have lots of options for what technology they want to use in their classroomStudents have access to various devices

Problem Statements Identifying Technology Needs

Problem Statement 1: Students would benefit from more opportunities to use technology to create products which demonstrate learning.

Problem Statement 2: Need a better system to best utilize devices that are available on the campus.



Comprehensive Needs Assessment Data Documentation

The following data were used to verify the comprehensive needs assessment analysis:



Goals

Goal 1: Cultivate innovation and increase student success by engaging students in rigorous and relevant learningexperiences that will prepare them for graduation and post-secondary success.

Performance Objective 1: In the 2017-18 school year Vaughan Elementary will provide additional support and resources, than the previous academic year,to increase achievement of students receiving tier 2, 3 and special education support.

Evaluation Data Source(s) 1:

Summative Evaluation 1:

Strategy Description Monitor Strategy's Expected Result/ImpactReviews

Formative SummativeSept Dec Mar May

System Safeguard StrategyCritical Success Factors

CSF 1

1) Vaughan Elementary will set up a purposeful system ofacademic intervention support during regular school hours forall students.

Grade level teachers,SSI, CIS, Special Edstaff, ELLF, andadministration.

Increase of student performance in the classroom and on districtand state assessments.

2) Vaughan Elementary staff will meet at least monthly withcampus instructional coaches and/or district instructionalspecialists to plan intervention and classroom lessons tosupport best practices and student growth.

Grade level teachers,SSI, CIS, Instructionalcoaches, InstructionalSpecialists andadministration.

Thorough and more rigorous planning to meet varied needs ofstudents and promote increased achievement.

3) Analyze campus and district data to plan for instructionduring our Focus block to consistently meet differentiatedneeds of all students

Administration,Instructional Coaches,Special Area staff,classroom teachers

Close achievement gaps to help students master grade levelcurriculum successfully.

Problem Statements: Student Achievement 2 - Staff Quality, Recruitment, and Retention 1 - Curriculum, Instruction, andAssessment 1

4) Provide supplemental experiences for gifted learnerssupporting enrichment opportunities promoting critical andcreative thinking.

GT IC Coach,administrators, DistrictGT Coordinator, GATEteachers

Additional enrichment opportunities for gifted and talentedstudents.

Funding Sources: Gifted/Talented - $65,000.00



5) Provide supplemental learning experiences and services foridentified at-risk students promoting academic achievementprogressing towards high school graduation.

CIS, SSI staff, CampusAdministration,Instructional Coaches

Increase in performance of at risk students on district and stateassessments over time.

Funding Sources: School Excellence Initiative - $7,500.00

6) Provide supplemental learning experiences and services foridentified at-risk students promoting academic achievementprogressing towards high school graduation.

CIS, SSI staff, campusadministrators,Instructional Coaches

Increase in performance on district and state assessments.

Funding Sources: ESL - $150,000.00System Safeguard Strategy

Critical Success FactorsCSF 1

7) Provide supplemental learning experiences and services forspecial education students to support individual learningneeds.

SpEd teachers, campusadministrators

Increase in performance of special education students on districtand state assessments.

Funding Sources: Special Education - $300,000.00

8) Provide supplemental learning experiences and services forEnglish learners promoting language acquisition and academicachievement.

ELL facilitator,Campus Administration

Increase in performance of ELL students on district and stateassessments as well as continuing to reach advanced TELPASratings.

Funding Sources: Title III - $900.00System Safeguard Strategy

Critical Success FactorsCSF 1 CSF 2

9) Planned use/implementation of district approved resourcessuch as Imagine Math, iStation, and district approved list ofresources for intervention during Focus Time as well astutoring.

Grade level teachers,SSI, CIS, Instructionalcoaches, InstructionalSpecialists andadministration.

Increase in performance of tiered students on district and stateassessments.

= Accomplished = Continue/Modify = Considerable = Some Progress = No Progress = Discontinue

Performance Objective 1 Problem Statements:

Student AchievementProblem Statement 2: Most students in special education have not demonstrated success on state assessments. Root Cause 2: Inconsistent processes in place for intervention and support.Lack of purposeful, data driven intervention to fill learning gaps.

Staff Quality, Recruitment, and RetentionProblem Statement 1: Connecting teachers to sustain both personal and collegiate relationships across the building can be a challenge due to the new nature of instructional and planningdifferences.

Curriculum, Instruction, and AssessmentProblem Statement 1: We need a more intentional processes and options for intervention that supports struggling students as well as advanced students.



Goal 2: Promote and nurture collaborative relationships essential for successful students and schools

Performance Objective 1: Increase knowledge and understanding of cultural diversity represented at Vaughan through multi cultural events offered duringthe 2017-2018 school year.





1) Campus committee will plan and offer Cultural AwarenessNight

committee, PTA,Gifted IS, counselor,administration

2) Provide three or more opportunities during the 2017-2018school year for parents/guardians to be involved in schoolactivities through volunteerism and participation in campusevents.

administration, PTA,teachers




Goal 3: Ensure efficient, effective processes to support management of operations and utilization of resources to maximizelearning for all students and staff

Performance Objective 1: In 2017-2018 Vaughan Elementary will focus on developing teachers by providing consistent planning times and a structuredlesson plan format.





1) Teachers will submit weekly lesson plans to administrationthat note objectives to be taught and differentiated bestpractices for meeting varied needs of students.

administration,instructional coaches

2) Grade level teams will meet weekly in professional learningcommunities to analyze data and plan for instruction.

administration,instructional coaches




System Safeguard Strategies

Goal Objective Strategy Description

1 1 1 Vaughan Elementary will set up a purposeful system of academic intervention support during regular school hours for allstudents.1 1 7 Provide supplemental learning experiences and services for special education students to support individual learning needs.

1 1 9 Planned use/implementation of district approved resources such as Imagine Math, iStation, and district approved list ofresources for intervention during Focus Time as well as tutoring.



Campus Funding Summary

School Excellence InitiativeGoal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 5 Part Time Intervention Tutors, SSI staff $7,500.00Sub-Total $7,500.00

Title IIIGoal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 8 Part time ELL tutor $900.00Sub-Total $900.00

Gifted/TalentedGoal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 4 Supplemental Instructional Support and Resources $65,000.00Sub-Total $65,000.00

ESLGoal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 6 Supplemental Instructional support and resources. $150,000.00Sub-Total $150,000.00

Special EducationGoal Objective Strategy Resources Needed Account Code Amount

1 1 7 Supplemental Instructional Support & Resources $300,000.00Sub-Total $300,000.00

Grand Total $523,400.00



Comprehensive Needs AssessmentDemographicsStudent AchievementSchool Culture and ClimateStaff Quality, Recruitment, and RetentionCurriculum, Instruction, and AssessmentFamily and Community InvolvementSchool Context and OrganizationTechnology

Comprehensive Needs Assessment Data DocumentationGoalsGoal 1: Cultivate innovation and increase student success by engaging students in rigorous and relevant learning experiences that will prepare them for graduation and post-secondary success.Goal 2: Promote and nurture collaborative relationships essential for successful students and schoolsGoal 3: Ensure efficient, effective processes to support management of operations and utilization of resources to maximize learning for all students and staff

System Safeguard StrategiesCampus Funding Summary

2017-2018 Campus Improvement Plan Vaughan Elementary …...Vaughan Elementary met 100% of the state system safeguards for performance and participation rates. Math: Vaughan's Math

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