guidance for title i school improvement requirements
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Guidance for Title I School Improvement Requirements
Bridgeport Conference CenterSeptember 2009
WEST VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
Guidance for Title I School Improvement RequirementsOverview of Workshop
Title I School Improvement Resources Timeline for LEA Reporting Requirements NCLB School Improvement Requirements Public School Choice /Supplemental
Educational Services NCLB School Plan Revision Requirements Introduction to School Plan Navigation School Needs Assessment Review & Root
Causes WESTEST 2 School Reports Strategic Plan School Team Work Sessions
Title I School Improvement Resources No Child Left Behind Act of 2001
- Section 1116 Non-Regulatory Guidance (www.ed.gov)
− LEA and School Improvement, July 21, 2006 − http://www.ed.gov/policy/elsec/guid/schoolimprovementguid.pdf− Public School Choice, January 14, 2009− http://www.ed.gov/policy/elsec/guid/schoolchoiceguid.pdf− Supplemental Educational Services, January 14, 2009− http://www.ed.gov/policy/elsec/guid/suppsvcsguid.pdf
The New Title I: The Changing Landscape of Accountability, 6th Edition, by Kristen Tosh Cowan, Esq. (Revised January 2009)
Title I Handbook, Volumes I and II Title I Website http://wvde.state.wv.us/titlei/lea_timeline.html
− Calendar, School Improvement Section, etc.)
Title I School Improvement Resources
The Title I School Improvement Tool KitIs available online:
http://sites.google.com/site/schoolimprovementtoolkit/home
Purpose: to provide models and resources to assist LEAs and schools with implementing school improvement according to the requirements of NCLB.
Timeline for LEA Reporting Requirements District Report for Title I Schools Identified for Improvement - Sept. 30 District Report for School Choice – Sept. 30 Copy of letter sent to parents for school choice – Sept. 30 District Report for Supplemental Educational Services (First Round)– Nov. 1 Copy of letter sent to parents for SES (First Round)– Nov. 1 District Report for Supplemental Educational Services (Second Round) – Jan 31 Copy of letter sent to parents for SES (Second Round)– Jan 31
The following must be submitted to verify LEA school plan revision approval: School Improvement Assurance Checklist Title I Rubric -before or approximately Dec. 1 (LEA has 45 days to review)
Title I School Improvement Toolkit -Reporting forms & sample parent notification letters are available on-line:
http://mkgodfrey.googlepages.com/leareportingforms
Title I School Improvement Requirements 101
After two or more consecutive years of not meeting AYP standards, the LEA shall:
Identify the school for improvement Provide notice to parents of all students in the school Develop or revise the school improvement plan Ensure that 10% of the school’s allocation is utilized for
professional development each year the school is identified for improvement
Provide technical assistance
Title I School Improvement Requirements 101
And, in addition, must offer the following sanctions:
Year two: Public School Choice (PSC) Year three: PSC & Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Year four: PSC, SES, and Corrective Action (CA) Year five: PSC, SES, CA, & Planning for Alternative
Governance Year six: PSC, SES, CA, & Alternative Governance
Title I School Improvement Requirements 101
Year four and beyond: Defining Corrective Action
The term “corrective action” means action consistent with State law, that substantially and directly responds to: Consistent academic failure of a school that caused the LEA to
take such action; Underlying staffing, curriculum, or other problems in the school;
and Designed to increase the likelihood that each subgroup will meet
or exceed the State’s proficiency levels of achievement.
Title I School Improvement Requirements 101
Year four and beyond: Corrective Action
The LEA must choose at least one of the following:
Replace staff that is relevant to failure to make AYP Institute and implement a new curriculum providing appropriate
professional development Significantly decrease management authority at the school Appoint an outside expert to advise the school Extend the school day or school year Restructure the internal organizational structure of the school
Title I School Improvement Requirements 101
Year five and beyond: Restructuring Options
The LEA shall implement at least one of the followingarrangements: *Reopen the school as a public charter school Replace all or most of the school staff relevant to the failure
of the school Enter into a contract with an entity with a demonstrated
record of effectiveness to operate the school Turn the operation of the school over to the State Any other major restructuring that makes fundamental
reforms*There are no charter schools in West Virginia. Therefore, this is not a viable option.
New School Choice/SES Requirements
An LEA must prominently display on its Web site in a timely manner informationpertaining to school choice: Beginning with the data from the 2007-2008 school year, and for each
subsequent school year, the number of students eligible for and who participated in school choice; and
A list of current available schools to which students eligible to participate may transfer.
And information pertaining to supplemental educational services: Beginning with the data from the 2007-2008 school year, and for each
subsequent school year, the number of students eligible for and who participated in SES; and
A list of current SES providers approved by the State to serve the LEA and the locations where services are provided.
New SC/SES Requirements
If an LEA spends less than 20% required for SC and SES, the LEA must meet all of the following criteria:1) Partner with outside groups to help inform eligible students regarding
choice and SES;2) Ensure a genuine opportunity for students to sign up to transfer or obtain
SES including providing a minimum of two SES enrollment windows, at separate points in the school year;
3) Ensure SES providers are given access to school facilities, using a fair, open, and objective process;
4) Maintain records demonstrating the LEA has met all criteria; and 5) Notify the SEA that the LEA has met the criteria and intends to spend the
remainder of the 20% on other allowable activities (to include the amount of remaining funds).
PSC (Section K-1) and SES (Section L-1) Non-Regulatory Guidance (January 14, 2009)
Title I School Improvement Requirements
According to NCLB, LEAs are required to notify parents of: School improvement status (all SW parents)
must include: subject, subgroup(s), LEA and school response, how parents can become involved
School choice option(s) (all SW parents) At least 14 days prior to the first day of school must offer at least 2 choices (if possible) all transfers must be in place by September 15
Supplemental Educational Services (all eligible students) Must begin asap after the first day of school Must offer as many providers as appropriate for identified school SES information, sample letters on Title I website:http://mkgodfrey.googlepages.com/supplementaleducationalservices(ses)
Title I School Improvement Requirements
Parent Notifications - continuedAnd . . . Corrective Action(s) (all SW parents) OR Restructuring Action(s) (all SW parents)
LEA must publish and disseminate information regarding corrective action(s) OR restructuring action(s)
Must be presented in an understandable format and language CA and Restructuring Information on Title I SI website:http://mkgodfrey.googlepages.com/schoolimprovementtoolkit
Title I School Improvement Plan Requirements
According to NCLB section 1116, a Title I school identified for improvement must develop or revise a school improvement plan which must be approved
by the LEA.
Title I School Plan Revision Requirements
LEA establishes a process for the peer review of the Title I plans Within 45 days of receiving the plan, the LEA must review the
school plan If needed, the LEA must work with the school to make necessary
revisions The LEA shall approve the school plan if it meets the
requirements of §1116 Complete and return to SEA:
1) Title I rubric; and 2) SEA assurance checklist
Title I School Improvement Plan Requirements
The plan must . . . be developed or revised not later than three months after being
identified for improvement (Due date to LEA: on or before December 1);
cover a two-year period that specifically addresses the academic issues that caused the identification for school improvement;
be reviewed and approved within 45 days using the LEA Peer Review Process (Due date: on or before January 15); and
be implemented “immediately upon approval” by the LEA.
Title I School Improvement Plan Requirements
Consultation
The school must engage in significant consultation during the development of this plan specifically with:
parents school staff the LEA (county support team) outside experts
Documentation must be maintained and will be reviewed during monitoring to demonstrate that the LEA (county) has provided technical assistance.
Title I School Improvement Plan Requirements
Specifically, according to NCLB section 1116, the plan must address:
• core academic subjects• measurable goals and objectives• research based instructional strategies • sustained professional development• *teacher mentoring program• *technical assistance from LEA and SEA• parent involvement• extended learning time
*Indicates component is not specifically requested within five year strategic plan
Title I School Improvement Plan Requirements
Teacher Mentoring Program High quality, structured mentoring programs have a positive
effect on the retention of qualified teachers. Therefore, all schools identified for improvement must
incorporate a teacher mentoring program. Mentoring programs pair novice teachers with more
experienced professionals who serve as role models and provide practical support and encouragement.
Title I School Improvement Plan Requirements
How can a school meet the teacher mentoring program requirement?
Employ a literacy, numeracy, or academic coach Contract services for a literacy, numeracy, or academic
coach Utilize a school level Title I specialist as a coach within the
school
Ask yourself these questions:
Is mentoring/coaching already being implemented in your county/school?
If yes, how can current mentoring/coaching practices best be incorporated into your school?
Title I School Plan Revision Requirements
A Title I school (regardless of the program – SW or TA) identified for school improvement must spend 10% of the school’s total allocation, for each year that the school is in improvement (to provide the school’s teachers and principal(s) high quality professional development).
10% of the individual school’s budget includes the regular allocation, ARRA allocation, & carryover (if applicable)
Title I School Plan Revision Requirements
The plan must specifically describe how the funds will be used (10% professional development
requirement and school improvement grant funds) in order to remove the school from school
improvement status.
Documentation must be maintained to verify 10% professional development expenditures
Questions?
Let’s visit the five year strategic online plan . . .https://wveis.k12.wv.us/wvfiveyearonlinestrategicplan/
School Needs Assessment and Determining Root Causes
Question to Consider
Why Use Data?
School Needs Assessment and Determining Root Causes
Data Analysis
Four types of data to be examined: External Trends Achievement Data Other Outcome Data Data about Culture/Conditions
School Needs Assessment and Determining Root Causes
External Trends
Outside factors that affect achievement Age distribution of county population Socio economic status of district Family structures Drug abuse Crime rate Technology trends
School Needs Assessment and Determining Root Causes
Achievement
Summative tests
Benchmark tests
Formative assessments OF learning
Formative assessments FOR learning
School Needs Assessment and Determining Root Causes
Other Outcome Data
Attendance
Discipline
Drop out rates
Graduation rates
School Needs Assessment and Determining Root Causes
Culture –Conditions-Practices
Monitoring reports Walk through summaries Making Middle Grades Work Reports OEPA Reports SREB Reports School self assessment of high yield strategies
Examine Possible Reasons for Not Meeting Objectives
Teacher Learner Curriculum Classroom
Teaching strategies
Student engagement
Aligned with test Instructional materials
Expectations Self-efficacy Mapping sequence Physical environment
Understanding of CSOs and content area
Understanding of CSOs
Appropriate to grade level
Daily interruptions
Teaching experience
Prior learning experiences
Test administration Learning climate
Classroom management skills
Parental support Accommodation for learning styles
Disciplinary problems
Determining Root Causes
Establish Priorities
Review the root causes
Prioritize the major concerns
Focus on what you can actually change
School Needs Assessment and Determining Root Causes
Let’s Summarize the Utilization of Data
Student Achievement Data
Goals and Objectives
External Trend Data Strategies
Other Student Outcome Data
Strategies
Culture, Conditions, and Practices
Strategies
Let’s Summarize
WHAT to Improve HOW to Improve
GOALS STRATEGY
Objective Action step
Objective Action step
Critical piece . . .
Communicate Title I school improvement information with the entire staff and school community
Getting teacher commitment involves asking for their input regarding the improvement plan
Remember those implementing the plan are responsible for its success!
More likely to be successful if planning comes from those directly responsible for the change.
Thank you for your continuous contribution to improving the lives of
children throughout West Virginia!
For further or specific technical assistance contact . . .
Karen Davies, West Virginia Department of Education
Title I School Improvement Coordinator
(304) 558-7805
or your Title I State Representative