8/3/2019 Plainfield NJ Schools 2011 12 Title I Unified Plan Cedarbrook http://slidepdf.com/reader/full/plainfield-nj-schools-2011-12-title-i-unified-plan-cedarbrook 1/48 2012 TITLE I UNIFIED PLAN TEMPLATE District and School Information District: Plainfield Chief School Administrator: IN TERIM SUPERINTENDENT : ANNA BELIN PYLES Chief School Administrator E-mail: [email protected]NCLB Contact: Dawn Ciccone NCLB Contact E-mail: [email protected]School: CEDARBROOK K-8 CENTER (100) The school is designated (select one): Targeted Assistance x Schoolwide Principal: Mr. Frank Asante Principal E-mail: [email protected]Principal Certification The following certification must be made by the principal of the school. Note: Signatures must be kept on file at the school. X I certify that I have been included in consultations related to the priority needs of my school and participated in the completion of this Title I Unified Plan. I have been an active member of the planning committee and provided input to the school needs assessment and the selection of priority problems. I concur with the information presented herein, including the identification of programs and activities that are funded by Title I, Part A, and, if applicable, SIA, Part a.. Frank Asante_____________________________________ __________________________________________ 6/30/2011 Principal’s Name Principal’s Signature Date 1
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8/3/2019 Plainfield NJ Schools 2011 12 Title I Unified Plan Cedarbrook
The following certification must be made by the principal of the school. Note: Signatures must be kept on file at the school. X I certify that I have been included in consultations related to the priority needs of my school and participated in the completion of this Title I Unified Plan. I have beenan active member of the planning committee and provided input to the school needs assessment and the selection of priority problems. I concur with the informationpresented herein, including the identification of programs and activities that are funded by Title I, Part A, and, if applicable, SIA, Part a..
Frank Asante_____________________________________ __________________________________________ 6/30/2011
Principal’s Name Principal’s Signature Date
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Select committee members to develop the Unified Plan.Note: For continuity, some representatives from this needs assessment stakeholder committee should be included in the schoolwide stakeholder group and/or the SINIplan committee. Identify the stakeholders who participated in the needs assessment and/or development of the plan. Signatures should be kept on file in the school
office for review. Print off a copy of this page to obtain signatures. *Add lines as necessary.
Name
Stakeholder GroupParticipated in Needs
AssessmentParticipated in Plan
Development
SignatureFrank Asante Principal X X
Wilson Martinez Vice Principal X X
Eleanor Hemphill School Staff - Classroom Teacher X X
Donna McGregor School Staff - Classroom Teacher X X
Joyce Todd School Staff – Special Needs X X
Sarah Maslo School Staff – Classroom Teacher X X
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List the dates of the meetings when the School NCLB Committee discussed the needs assessment and Unified Plan development. *Add rows as necessary
Date Location Topic Agenda on File Minutes on
File
Yes No Yes No
Bi-Monthly Cedarbrook K-8 Center (Conf. room) Plan Development X X
Bi-Monthly Cedarbrook K-8 Center (Conf. room) Needs Assessment X X
School’s Vision & Mission
Provide, update, or develop the school’s vision and mission statement. Refer to the Introduction for Unified Plan pages for guidance.
What is the school’s vision statement?
Students should love and respect learning and have access to the necessary supplies for learning.The curriculum should be relevant to meet the current and future needs of our students and shouldincorporate technology implementation. Teachers should be facilitating rather than lecturing. Assessment and student data is used to drive instruction.
What is the school’s mission?
The Plainfield Public Schools, in partnership with its community, shall do whatever it takes for everystudent to achieve high academic standards. No alibis! No excuses! No exceptions!
Describe the process for developing or revising theschool’s vision and mission.
The School Professional Development Committee led the entire staff in sessions to develop the schoolvision and mission.
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2012 Comprehensive Needs Assessment & Data Analysis Summary
Data Collection and Analysis
Table A: Multiple Measures Analyzed by the School in the Needs Assessment Process for 2011 Programs, Strategies and Practices● Results and outcomes must be measurable.
Areas Multiple Measures Analyzed Overall Measurable Results and Outcomes
Academic Achievement – Reading ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)
● Developmental Reading Assessment (D.R.A.)
● NJASK
Identifies individual student weaknesses and strengths through these measures
Academic Achievement - Writing ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)
● NJASKIdentifies individual student weaknesses and strengths through these measures
Academic Achievement - Mathematics ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)● NJASK
Identifies individual student weaknesses and strengths through these measures
Parent Involvement District Instructional Review District on site visits identify weaknesses and strengths in meeting district goals of DistrictStrategic Plan
Professional Development ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)
● NJASK
● PD Survey
● District Instructional Review
These measure Identify weaknesses and strengths in implementation and followthough of professional development
Extended Learning Opportunities ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)
● NJASKThese measure Identify weaknesses and strengths in implementation and follow though
Homeless ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)
● NJASKIdentifies individual student weaknesses and strengths through these measures
Students with Disabilities ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)
● NJASKIdentifies individual student weaknesses and strengths through these measures
English Language Learners ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)
● NJASKIdentifies individual student weaknesses and strengths through these measures
Economically Disadvantaged ● District Interim Assessment (D.I.A.)
● NJASKIdentifies individual student weaknesses and strengths through these measures
School Culture District Instructional Review District on site visits identify weaknesses and strengths in meeting district goals of DistrictStrategic Plan
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Leadership District Instructional Review District on site visits identify weaknesses and strengths in meeting district goals of DistrictStrategic Plan
Highly Qualified Staff District Instructional Review District on site visits identify weaknesses and strengths in meeting district goals of DistrictStrategic Plan
School-Based Youth Services District Instructional Review District on site visits identify weaknesses and strengths in meeting district goals of District
Strategic Plan
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● When responding to the questions below, data from Tables A, B, C, D and E should be used.
1. Describe the process and techniques used in the needs assessment.
● Reviewed test data with the School Leadership Team.
● Reviewed test data with grade 3-8 teachers.
● Implemented a master schedule to accommodate grade level articulation and extra support in targeted instructional areas.
2. Describe methods used to collect and compile data for student subgroups.
● Data is obtained from the NJ ASK for student subgroups.
3. Explain how the data from the collection methods are valid and reliable.
● Genesis system houses student demographic information, attendance and discipline data, along with data on state tests, districts tests, courses andinstructors.
4. What did the data analysis reveal regarding classroom instruction?
● Data driven decision-making informed differentiated instruction and instructional strategies used by teachers.
5. What did the data analysis reveal regarding professional development implemented in the previous year(s)?
● The professional development enhanced teachers’ instructional strategies and increased student achievement.
6. How are educationally at-risk students identified in a timely manner? District data warehouse program (Genesis) allows for timely identification of at-risk students.
● District data warehouse program (Genesis) allows for timely identification of at-risk students.
7. How are educationally at-risk students provided with effective assistance?● Data analysis allows teachers to address the needs of at-risk students by differentiating their instruction.
8. How does the needs assessment address migrant student(s) needs?
NOT APPLICABLE
9. How does the needs assessment address homeless student(s) needs?
NOT APPLICABLE
10. How were teachers engaged in decisions regarding the use of academic assessments to provide information on and improvement of the instructional program?
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● Through grade level articulation and staff meetings on a weekly basis.
11. Describe the transition plan for preschool to kindergarten, if applicable.
● Cedarbrook is involved in a year-long planning process with Early Childhood to ensure that students transition to kindergarten smoothly and effectively.Preschool teachers of 4-year olds visit our Kindergarten classrooms at the beginning of the school year to receive an overview of the program in order to
ensure that their students will be ready by the end of the year. Preschool students visit our kindergarten classrooms and get a glimpse of what to expect inthe upcoming school year.
12.
13. Describe the process used to select the priority problems and root causes for this plan?
● Plan was reviewed NCLB committee. The priority will continue to focus on literacy, math and science in order to continue increasing student achievement
14. What did the data analysis reveal regarding the root causes of subgroups not meeting AYP?
● No data yet
15. Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal #1 in the action plan?
NOT APPLICABLE
16. Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal #2 in the action plan?
NOT APPLICABLE
17. Describe the evaluation results regarding the status of SMART goal #3 in the action plan?
NOT APPLICABLE
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Provide the number of students at each grade level listed below who scored partially proficient on state assessments for two years or more in Language Arts Literacy andmathematics.
Language Arts 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency.
Grade 4 55 31
Grade 5 34 38
Grade 6 25 26
Grade 7 15
Grade 8
Grade 11 Grade 12
Mathematics 2008-2009 2009-2010 Services Provided Describe why services provided did not result in proficiency.
Grade 4 45 20
Grade 5 22 27
Grade 6 25 19 Grade 7 12
Grade 8
Grade 11
Grade 12
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● Certification: For Title I SINIs and SW schools, Population Categories A-M have been annually assessed.● Using information from the data analysis, identify all priority problems.● Select three or four priority problems to address in this plan. The selected problems should be checked in column T.● When completing the matrix below, data from Tables A, B, C, D, E and the Needs Assessment Summary should be used.
PriorityProblem
# Priority Problem
PopulationCategorie
s
A. Allstudents
B.Students
withDisabilities
C.Earlychildhood
D.Eco
n.disadvantaged
E.Ne
glected /delinquent
F.Youthatrisk
of dr oppingout
G.Racial/ethnic
H.Homeless
I.Immigr ant
J.LEP
K.Teachers
L.Pa
rapr of essionals
M.Parents
N.Su
bstanceabuser s
O.Perpetra
torsof Violence
P.Out-of-school
Q.Mentalhealth
R.G
ifted&Talented
S.Other (Specif y)
__ __ __ __ __ __ _
T.SelectedPr iority
Problems
StudentAcademic
Needs 1 Closing the achievement gap x
2 Earl y chi ldhood educati on
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Description of Priority Problems and Strategies to Address Them
● All student subgroups not meeting AYP MUST be considered during the needs assessment process. Select at least three priority problems.● Complete the information below for each priority problem checked in column T on the previous pages. Add additional sections as needed.
#1 #2Population Category Letter &Problem Number
Population Letter: A Problem Number: 3a Population Letter: A Problem Number: 3b
Name of priority problem Addressing student academic needs in li teracy Addressing student academic needs in Math
Describe the priority problem Addressing student academic needs in li teracy Addressing student academic needs in Math
Describe the root causes of theproblem
It takes three to five years to show adequate growth in studentachievement
It takes three to five years to show adequate growth in studentachievement
Subgroup or population addressed All Students All Students
Grade span K-8 K-8
Related content area missed Language Arts Literacy Math
Name of scientifically researchbased program/strategy/practiceto address problem
Read 180/Reading PlusLucy Calkins Writing Program
Trophies / Trofeos
Every Day Math ProgramPre- Algebra and Algebra 1
How does the program/strategyalign with the NJ CCCS?
The curriculum, programs and strategies implemented are allfully aligned to the NJCCCS. All classroom lessons are alignedto the NJCCCS and CPIs
The curriculum, programs and strategies implemented are allfully aligned to the NJCCCS. All classroom lessons are aligned
to the NJCCCS and CPIs
CAPA finding or recommendationrelated to the priority problem
NOT APPLICABLE NOT APPLICABLE
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Check Before Proceeding:● The action planning section is required for all SINIs.● The action plans are developed for the primary strategies and programs selected that address the priority problems.● At least ten steps must be identified.
Action Plan for Strategy Related to Priority Problem #1
Nameof Pr
ogram,Strategyor Practi
cetoAddressPr ior ityPr ob
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1. What is the connection between PI and the priority problems identified in the needs assessment?
● Through the strategies identified, parents are provided with support to assist their children at home by introducing them to scientifically-researched bestpractices, testing formats, and social-emotional wellness. The support, in turn, connects homes with school in a partnership to increase students’ academicperformance.
2. Do you have a school-parent compact? Yes.3. Describe the process to ensure that parents receive and review the school-parent compact.
● The school-parent compact is disseminated to every student in September. Administrators and teachers review the compact with parents and students duringBack to School Night in September. The school-parent compact is signed and returned at Back to School Night or to the classroom teachers. This is on-goinguntil all compacts have been signed and returned. Copies will be kept on file in the main office.
4. How is student achievement data reported to the public?
● Data is reported to the public via PATT meetings, End of Year Report, and Community Forums
5. What is the procedure for notifying parents if the district has not met their annual measurable objectives for Title III?
● The Office of Bilingual/ ESL inform parents of student’s results in the ACCESS test.
6. Identify procedures for informing parents about the school’s improvement status.
● School website; school marquee; school calendar; End of Year report; Presentation at PATT meetings
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7. Identify procedures for informing parents about the school’s disaggregated assessment results.
● School website; presentation at PATT meeting; presentation at community forum; End of Year Report
8. How were parents involved in the development of the Unified Plan?
● Parents reviewed Unified Plan as part of the NCLB Committee
9. Identify procedures for informing a parent about their child’s student assessment results.
● Individual student progress on state assessments is mailed home. Teachers may also conduct Data Chats with parents to discuss individual performance.
10. How were the required PI funds used in 2011?
● P.A.T.T. Meetings; Bring Your Parent to Work Day Celebration
11. How will the required PI funds be used in 2012?
● P.A.T.T. Meetings; Bring Your Parent to Work Day Celebration
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Table N: All Schools: Identify the multiple measures used to determine student eligibility in a targeted assistance school and the measures to identify students whoneed additional support in schoolwide programs. For targeted assistance schools, use the last two columns to designate if the measures are used as criteria for programentrance or exit.
Measure
Homeless Migrant Students withDisabilities
EconomicallyDisadvantaged
ELL Other SubGroups
Targeted AssistanceSchools
Entrance Criteria ( ) Exit Criteria
( )
State Assessment N/A N/A NJASK NJASK NJASK NJASK NOTAPPLICABLE
CEDARBROOK IS
AN APPROVED
SCHOOLWIDEPROGRAM
SCHOOL
Other Assessments District Interim Assessment /Developmental Reading Assessment
District Interim Assessment /Developmental Reading Assessment
What assistance did the NCLB committee determine it needs to implement the 2012 Unified Plan in the school’s efforts to increase academic achievement?From the district:
NOT APPLICABLE
From outside experts:
From others:
2. Describe the current technical assistance offered to staff at the school. Include assistance by district level and/or outside experts, for example, skilledconsultants, institutions of higher education (IHE), etc.
3. How is it targeted to the priority problems identified in the needs assessment?
4. Identify the person(s) responsible for ensuring this technical assistance is provided.
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*Technical Assistance is support offered to the school in any form necessary. It can include the development of policies, procedures and evaluation instruments,data analysis, coaching, program planning, budgeting, and the provision of specialized information. Assistance may be offered directly by district staff, the NJDOE, or an outside consultant.
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Expanding parental involvement activities thatsupport the school’s efforts to increase studentachievement
To address parent involvement, we will implement the following programs/activities:
Increase parent participation at both school and district level SLC (leadership program):
● Bring Your Parent to School Day● Career Days● Parent training in both mathematics and literacy● Continue with the support for Parent Empowering Parents (PEP)● District and school web sites to inform parents and the community at large● Newsletters/flyers frequently sent home to parents in English and Spanish● School and district functions● Parent Institute● Parent to parent discussion groups
Reallocating the budget to fund activities thatsupport the school’s improvement plan and aremost likely to increase student achievement
The district will not reallocate funds within the NCLB budget. The allocations will remain intact for each Title. BusinessOperations will work collaboratively with the schools to use resources effectively and efficiently. Federal, State andLocal funds, including the city tax levy for education and Federal Entitlement and Competitive Grants State and PrivateGrants will be allocated and/or reallocated according to guidelines to fund the activities that support the school’simprovement plan.
Ensuring that curriculum is aligned to the CCCS The curriculum has been revised in all areas to reflect greater alignment to the NJCCCS and includes back-mappingand strategies on how to ensure retention of all requisite standards and CPI’s. The district is beginning to supportdevelopment of the Common Core Standards lesson plans and curriculum alignment.
Note: Provide a district description and a specific description for each SINI and/or school operating an approved
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School level budget pages in Excel must be completed along with each school’s Unified Plan, identifying the following:
● How the Title I, Part A school allocation is budgeted for targeted assistance schools or schools operating schoolwide programs that do not blendtheir funds
● How the SIA, Part a allocation is budgeted for all schools receiving this award Budget Detail pages and a Budget Summary are available as an Excel program at the following location: www.nj.gov/education/grants/entitlement/nclb/. Complete the Excel budget pages for each school and upload the file to the NCLB Application on EWEG on the Title I Unified Plan upload screen. Thesebudget pages are in addition to the Title I Unified Plan for each school required to complete a plan. Budget Detail pages must be uploaded. The signature of the Business Administrator must be kept on file at the district/school.
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Corrective Action, Restructuring, and School Improvement
● Certification: For schools in Year 4 hold, 5, 5 hold, 6, 6 hold, 7, 7 hold, 8, 8 hold, 9, 9 hold and 10 that have had a CAPA visit. The
corrective action plan, corrective actions identified in the CAPA summary report continue to be incorporated into the Unified Plan.
Corrective Action (CAPA Recommendations) Status Report This form is completed by all schools in Year 4 and above. Schools in corrective action had to implement one or more of the following corrective actions (as identified bythe district) in addition to the SINI and/or SW components. Identify which corrective action(s) will be taken and describe the implementation and how the action(s) will beincorporated with the other elements of the Title I Plan. Note: CAPA report prioritized recommendations and action plans must be incorporated into the Unified Plan.
Corrective Actions (Recommendations from CAPA Report)
1. Required implementation of a new research-based curriculum or instructional program
NOT APPLICABLE2. Extension of the school year or school day3. Replacement of staff members, not including the principal, who were relevant to the school’s low performance4. Significant decrease in management authority at the school level
5. Replacement of the principal6. Restructuring the internal organization of the school7. Appointment of an outside expert to advise the school8. Provide, for all relevant staff, appropriate, scientifically research-based professional development that is likely to improve academic achievement of low-
performing students.
Corrective actions implemented: # ________ Complete the table below regarding the corrective actions implemented:
CorrectiveAction #
Description
Effective
Yes - No
Evidence of Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
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SINI Year 5H and Above: Restructuring Implementation N/A
● Certification: For schools in Year 5 hold, 6, 6 hold, 7, 7 hold, 8, 8 hold, 9, 9 hold and 10 that have completed a restructuring plan, the
approved restructuring plan continues to be incorporated into the Unified Plan.
Year Restructuring Plan Created: _______ The district must develop a restructuring plan for schools in Year 5. The alternative governance actions must be initiated (see below).
Note: Districts must also complete the required “School Restructuring Plan,” which includes more detail on the planning process and the restructuring detailswww.nj.gov/njded/title1/accountability/restructure.doc.
The restructuring options are as follows:
1. Implement any major restructuring of the school’s governance that is consistent with the principles of restructuring as set forth in the No Child Left Behind Act .2. Re-open the school as a public charter school as defined by state statute and regulation (N.J.S.A. 18A:36A-1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 6A).
3. Replace all or most of the school staff, which may include the principal, who are relevant to the school’s inability to make adequate progress (consistent withexisting contractual provisions and applicable statutory protections in Title 18A).
Identify the restructuring option(s) selected: ____ For schools in Year 5 hold and above, complete the table below. Add additional rows as needed.
Fundamental Governance ReformsImplemented as Listed in Approved
Restructuring Plan
Status of Implementation
Effective
Yes - NoEvidence of
Effectiveness
Outcomes
1
2
3
4
5
List revisions made to the original restructuring plan.
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Check Before Proceeding:● At minimum, the peer review must be completed by staff members from a school that is not in federal improvement status.● Peer reviewers should have expertise in content areas and in school improvement.● Peer review must contain recommendations.
1. Describe process used for peer review of the plan. (The NJDOE peer review suggested process is available at www.nj.gov/njded/title1/program/peer_review.pdf .)
2. Provide the actual date and location the peer review(s) took place.
3. Provide the information below.
Peer Reviewer Name Title Affiliation Area of Expertise Address
Principal/Leadership
Language Arts
Mathematics
Special Education
ELL
4. Provide a summary of the recommendations made by the peer review school.
5. List the specific recommendations that were incorporated into the plan as a result of the peer review.