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GRADE CONFIGURATIONS PROPOSAL
Dr. Wanda H. Legrand, Deputy Superintendent for AcademicsAugust 23, 2016
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overview
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guiding statements and imperatives
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Outputs Meetings Surveys
Broadcast spots Media Roundtable Town hallsFamily preference -Harshman waitlist
Connect Ed calls, emails & text
remindersPrint ads Coffee chats
Family preference -Crispus Attucks
waitlist
Frequently askedquestions (FAQ)
The AchieverStudent focus
groupsFamily preference -Grades 4, 5, 7 & 8
Flyer distributionSocial media
(district & schools)School communities
Academypreferences
Home mailingsWeb posts (district
& schools)Public Board
meetings
outreach and engagement
Note: Strategies listed have been implemented to date. Community engagement activities will remain an ongoing priority.
proposed middle grades options
middle grades revisioning, 2017-20186
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• Arlington, Broad Ripple, Crispus Attucks, George Washington, John Marshall and Northwest (2033 middle grades students combined)
• Francis W. Parker Montessori School - 151 seats• Daniel Webster School 46 - 5 seats
• Harshman Middle School (choice STEM programming) has no available seats; 560 candidates on waitlist
• K-8 Schools• 7-8 Schools
middle grades dynamics
middle grades dynamics
Interdisciplinary Teaming
Transition Programs
Advisory Programs
Exploratory Programs
Strategic Scheduling
Varied Instruction
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a true middle grades experiencetransition efforts would include: comprehensive timeline strategic staffing plan project team(s)
professional development two-way stakeholder
communication & customer service
launch activities for students, families & staff
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• Safe environment, separate from high school• Address uniqueness of middle schoolers; developmentally appropriate curricular
options and teaching approaches• Engaging activities and clubs• Early exposure to career tracks and high school options
• Open new K–8 schools• Expand existing K–6 schools (with available space) to become K–8 • Open new 7–8 schools
considerations
middle grades decisions
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New 7–8 School(1)
K–8 Conversion(5)
New K–8 School(1)
Community High School Conversion to 7–8 School
(1)
middle grades proposal
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New Reggio School*
Community High Schools,
grades 8–12
(3)
New Medical/STEM Middle School*
relocate Crispus Attucks MS
replicate Harshman STEM program* alleviate waitlist (560)
proposed location: Longfellow Bldg.
New Reggio School* replicate William Bell School 60
Reggio program*
alleviate waitlist (182)
location TBA
middle grades proposal
George W. Julian
School 57
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NewReggio School*
Community High Schools,
grades 8-12
(3)
John Marshall Middle School middle grades programming receive Arlington middle grades students in-house community agencies to support
students, families & community
George W. Julian School 57,Stephen Foster School 67,James Whitcomb Riley School 43,Washington Irving School 14 &Wendell Phillips School 63
convert from K-6 to K-8 maintain combined rising 7th grade
enrollment (226)
Broad Ripple,George Washington &Northwest
phase-out community high schools (grades 8-12)
James Whitcomb
Riley School 43
George W. Julian
School 57
strategic long-range planning proposal
high school revisioning13
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strategic long-range planning
below the surface
• Middle grades revisioning• High school revisioning
• Attractive and rewarding options• Scholarships and apprenticeships• On-time graduation/3E’s
• Efficient utilization of operational resources
Animal Science
Architectural Drafting and Design
Automotive Collision Repair
Automotive Service Technology
Certified Nursing Assistant
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high school decisions
current choice offerings
Computer Network Technology
Computer Science
Construction Technology/HVAC
Cosmetology
Culinary Arts
Dental Careers
Fire and Rescue
Graphic Imaging Technology
TV Broadcasting
Welding Technology
Arts Humanities International Baccalaureate
Medical Magnet STEM Career Pathways:
Note: There are no recommendations being made regarding the discontinuation of existing choice programs.
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high school decisions
potential academies of interest
Business Technology
Health & Human Services
Information Technology
Kinesiology Logistics &
Manufacturing
Military Security & Law
Enforcement Sustainable
Energy Teacher Urban
Agriculture
Athletics Biodiversity Entrepreneurship Finance/Accounting Hospitality Human Resources Leadership & Civic Engagement NASA
Proposed Academies Additional Academies Proposed by Stakeholders:
Notes: 1) Choice academies would accompany existing choice programs.2) Students who do not express interest in choice options would attend their boundary school.3) Students explore choice programming through elective courses while completing required state
curricula for graduation and college admission.
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• Good quality, safe schools, separate from middle grades• College prep, college credit and additional vocational opportunities• Preparation for life after high school• Several extracurricular activities and athletics• Awareness of building under-utilization• School pride; passion and commitment
• All IPS graduates will be prepared to successfully: • Enroll in a 2-year or 4-year college or university• Enlist in the armed forces• Become gainfully employed
• See Appendix
considerations
high school decisions
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2018–2019 redesignall choice academies: connections
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Collaboration with Local UniversitiesCareer Outlook
Industry Certifications/ Dual Credit
Collaboration withLocal Businesses
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academy examples: post-secondary explorationPotentialAcademy
Career Outlook (Sample)
Local Universities
Local Employers
Industry Certifications
Information Technology
Computer Software EngineerMedian Pay - $70,860
• Indiana Wesleyan• ITT• Indiana Institute of
Technology• Indiana University
• Nestle• Pepsico• Belcan
Corporation• FedEx
• MicrosoftTechnology Associate (MTA)
• Dual Credit
Education
TeacherMedian Pay - $57,200
• IUPUI• Vincennes University• University of
Indianapolis • Indiana University• Ball State University
Indianapolis Public Schools
Dual CreditPrincipalMedian Pay - $90,410
Military
InfantryMedian Pay - $48,990
NA US Armed Forces NAHuman Intel CollectorMedian Pay - $83,470
high school proposal
Current distribution of high school enrollment among eight (8) schools(15,000 total high school seats – 5,343 students = 9,600+ available seats)
Arlington*752/2,175 = 35%
286 + (466 John Marshall enrollment)
Arsenal Tech1,999/3,000 = 67%
Broad Ripple 531/2,400 = 22%
Crispus Attucks584/1,375 = 42%
George Washington392/1,900 = 21%
John Marshall*(466/1,475 = 32%)
current enrollment included with Arlington
Northwest743/2,125 = 35%
Shortridge342/1,475 = 23%
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high school proposal
*NOT RECOMMENDED (shown for illustration purposes only):Distribution of current high school enrollment among three (3) schools
(6550 seats – 5,343 students = 1,200+ available seats)
Arlington2,175/2,175 = 100%
Arsenal Tech3,000/3,000 = 100%
Crispus Attucks168/1,375 = 12%
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high school proposal
*Note: This depiction serves to further describe building utilization only. It does not take into account the following critical factors for school locations: Geography, Academic Programming/Proposed Academies, Facilities & Amenities, Community Resources, etc.
proposal summary
K–8 School Expansion
George W. Julian School 57
Stephen Foster School 367
Wendell Phillips School 63
Washington Irving School 14
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
New Reggio School* (location TBA)
7–8 School Expansion
New Medical/STEM Middle School* (Longfellow Bldg.)
John Marshall Middle School
Community High School Phase-out
Arlington (9–12)
Broad Ripple (8–12)
Crispus Attucks (9–12)
George Washington (8–12)
Northwest (8–12)
All Choice High School Model
Career Outlook
Local Universities and Businesses
Industry Certifications and Dual Credit
No Community High Schools (all 9–12)
Arlington, Arsenal Tech, Broad Ripple, Crispus Attucks, George Washington, Northwest, Shortridge
SY 2017–2018 SY 2018–201922
SY 2019–2020PENDING: Number of high schools reduced
Further data review
Additional community input
Location(s) TBD by Fall 2017
Community high schools phase-out
*Replication of high-interest program
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K–8 School Expansion George W. Julian School 57
Stephen Foster School 367
Wendell Phillips School 63
Washington Irving School 14
James Whitcomb Riley School 43
New Reggio School* (location TBA)
7–8 School Expansion New Medical/STEM Middle School*
(Longfellow Bldg.)
John Marshall Middle School
SY 2017–2018
Community High Schools Phase-out
Arlington (9–12)
Broad Ripple (8–12)
Crispus Attucks (9–12)
George Washington (8–12)
Northwest (8–12)
Note: Beginning with the 2018-19 school year, all 7 IPS High Schools will be 9-12:
• Arlington, Arsenal Tech, Broad Ripple, CrispusAttucks, George Washington, Northwest & Shortridge)
Middle Grades High Schools
long-range planning activities24
All Choice High School Model implemented by 2018-2019
Conduct further research & collect community/educator input
Career outlook
Local universities & businesses
Industry certifications & dual credit opportunities
Diverse course elective & extra-curricular options
Number of high schools reduced by 2019-2020
Analyze facilities, financial & other data to recommend action
Academic requirements
Utilities & Maintenance
Debt/Mortgage status
Transportation efficiencies
Neighborhood effectsNote: Aligned with IPS Strategic Plan 2015 Efficient Operations item 2.4
Secondary Structure Facilities UtilizationAdministration Advisory & Engagement Committees
August 2016 – IdealPlanned, phased and extensive outreach and communication, including strategically crafted messaging for students, families and community via various modes
September 2016 – ReasonablePlanned comprehensive outreach and communication with students, families and community via various modes
October 2016 – ManageablePlanned communication with students, families and community via various modes. Implementation of grassroots rapid response tactics to address misconceptions/correct misinformation
November 2016 – ChallengingPlanned, but swift communications with students, families and community via various modes. Limited strategic response opportunities
stakeholder communications risk mitigation
decision timeline25
Appendix26
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school reconfiguration rubric
key factors for consideration: performanceBroad Ripple George Washington John Marshall Northwest
2012–2013
2013–2014
2014–2015
2012–2013
2013–2014
2014–2015
2012–2013
2013–2014
2014–2015
2012–2013
2013–2014
2014–2015
End of Course Assessments (ECAs)
Alg 1 64% 68% 69% 61% 49% 33% 33% 44% 20% 18% 27% 24%
Eng 10 73% 73% 73% 41% 42% 49% 35% 37% 41% 37% 46% 40%
A–F Letter Grade
High School B B B D D D D D D F D D
Middle School
F F F F F F F F F F F F
Graduation Rate
93.6% 91.5% 88.5% 64.5% 60.8% 55.0% 69.1% 60.5% 72.7% 62.5% 62.2% 62.1%
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school reconfiguration rubric
Broad Ripple George Washington John Marshall Northwest
Current Building Utilization
22%(Available seats = 1,800+)
21% (Available seats = 1,500+)
32% (Available seats = 1,000+)
35% (Available seats = 1,300+)
Total Annual Operational Cost
$1,836,698 $1,324,690 $1,363,034 $1,323,407
Average Student Distance to School
7.39 miles 2.95 miles 3.89 miles 2.95 miles
Distance from School to Center of District
5 miles 4.3 miles 7.6 miles 7.1 miles
key factors for consideration: operations
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broad ripple high school
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george washington high school
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john marshall high school
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northwest high school
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crispus attucks middle school
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harshman middle school