superintendent report august 25, 2015. ground rules every challenge is real & unique the experts...

Superintendent ReportAugust 25, 2015

Ground rules• Every challenge is real & unique• The experts are in the room• We absolutely can find solutions to any problem• No islands allowed• Bottom line: improve achievement• Act now to be ready for tomorrow

Our Goals

• Improve Community Trust & District Transparency with all stakeholders

Demographics

What is our data saying about us now?

Important Numbers

• 5287 Enrolled

• 94.23% Free & Reduced Lunch Rate

• ?? Student ADA

• ?? Teacher ADA

We have not completed the 1st month yet.

Enrollment Comparison

School FY15 FY16Akin 476 459

Armstrong 268 258Boyd 495 507

McBride 121 141Stern 240 223Trigg 507 459Webb 280 230

Weddington 494 514Coleman 596 577Weston 579 530GHS 1310 1389Totals 5366 5287

Reminders

• November retest for 3rd Grade Gate

• State testing data will not be released until December (may be January).

• New test (Questar) will be given this year (starting in April, 2016)

7 Strategies for Success

Superintendent Guidance• Strategy 1. Establish a clear focus and a

strategic framework of core beliefs, effective practices and goals for improving student achievement

• Strategy 2. Organize and engage the district office in support of each school

• Strategy 3. Provide instructional coherence and support

• Strategy 4: Invest heavily in instruction-related professional learning for principals, teacher-leaders and district staff.

Superintendent Guidance

• Strategy 5: Provide high-quality data that links student achievement to school and classroom practices, and assist schools to use data effectively.

• Strategy 6: Optimize the use of resources to improve student learning

• Strategy 7: Use open, credible processes to involve key school and community leaders in shaping a vision for improving schools

Greenville Public School District:

Committed to Excellence for AllCome Join Us As We Build A Brighter Future

One Student At A Time!