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Heide Trask High School SIP 2013 – 2014
School Year 2013-2014 (Year 1)
Last Updated 12.05.2013
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Heide Trask High School
14328 NC Highway 210 Rocky Point, N.C. 28457
www.hthspcs.sharpschool.com
School Improvement Plan 2013-14 (Year 1)
December 5, 2013
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School Improvement Team
From GS §115C-105.27: “The principal of each school, representatives of the assistant principals, instructional personnel, instructional support personnel, and teacher assistants assigned to the school building, and parents of children enrolled in the school shall constitute a school improvement team to develop a school improvement plan to improve student performance. Representatives of the assistant principals, instructional personnel, instructional support personnel, and teacher assistants shall be elected by their respective groups by secret ballot....Parents serving on school improvement teams shall reflect the racial and socioeconomic composition of the students enrolled in that school and shall not be members of the building-level staff.”
Committee Position Name Committee Position Name Principal Tosha Diggs Teacher Gregg Kochakji Assistant Principal D. R. Cash, Jr. Teacher Kim Messick Teacher Shannon Lacombe Teacher Monika Demecs Instructional Support Judy Cluett Classified Support Norma Kerr Teacher Assistant Brian Barrett Instructional Support Paul Haas Parent Catherine Claris Assistant Principal Ben Thomas Student Mayra Robles Katelyn Friesen
Principal’s Signature: _______________________________________
School Board Chair Signature: ________________________________
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Heide Trask High School
Vision:
Heide Trask High School will EMPOWER students to be RESPONSIBLE, MATURE individuals who
exhibit the DIGNITY and positive ATTITUDE needed to be successful
in an ever-changing society.
Mission:
Heide Trask High School provides a student-centered and data-driven learning environment where
educators prepare students to compete globally in the 21st century.
Heide Trask Belief Statements:
We believe...
Teamwork requires the involvement of students, parents, and educators.
Individuality builds a diverse school community.
Technology enhances learning.
Attendance is necessary for success.
Nurturing environments build relationships and develop character.
Safe, clean schools promote and encourage positive learning.
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State/District/School
Alignment
State Board of Education Goals Pender County Schools’
Strategic Directives
Heide Trask High School
Strategic Directives
I North Carolina public schools will produce globally competitive students. Student Learning Student Learning
II North Carolina public schools will be led by 21st Century professionals. Personnel Development Personnel Development
III North Carolina Public School students will be healthy and responsible. Community Connectedness Community Connectedness
IV Leadership will guide innovation in North Carolina public schools. Culture Culture
V North Carolina public schools will be governed and supported by 21st
Century systems.
Resource Management Resource Management
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Heide Trask High School
School Improvement Plan
Directive I
Student Learning
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Strategic Directive I: Student Learning
Goal 1: Increase the percentage of high school students (Biology from 44.8% to 50%; Math I from 26.8% to 32%; English II from 41.4% to 47%) who
perform at proficient* and advanced* levels on the respective composite End of Course tests.
Manager: Dr. Tosha Diggs
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Assess current programs and
practices within the school to
ensure they align with
Common Core and Essential
Standards and are providing
growth oriented results
Identify current programs and practices used in classrooms
Review current programs and practices for alignment
Implement the district benchmark protocol to provide growth data
Analyze benchmark data
Conduct walkthrough observations using district created
instrument to drive instruction
Analyze data obtained from the walkthrough instrument to guide
professional development and improve instruction
Provide teachers with PD on how to use EVAAS data to group,
differentiate for, and instruct students, in order to ensure growth
Dr. Diggs
12.16.13
01.24.14
02.26.14
03.26.14
04.26.14
05.26.14
B Grading Practices and
Procedures Ensure that grading percentages in PowerSchool are correct
Analyze grade distribution reports after all interim and reporting
periods
Mr. Haas Interim
report &
report card
dates
C Utilize the digital district
walkthrough instrument and
guiding rubric to inform
instruction
Provide professional development to teachers on how to improve
instruction using the walkthrough rubric feedback and instrument
Provide professional development to teachers on each component
of the walkthrough rubric
Conduct daily walkthrough observations using district created
instrument to drive instruction
Analyze digital data obtained from the walkthrough instrument to
guide professional development and improve instruction
Dr. Diggs
12.02.13
01.06.14
02.03.14
03.03.14
04.01.14
05.01.14
06.02.14
D Provide Teachers with
Research Based Strategies
(Best Practices) to use when
delivering instruction
Curriculum Coaches will field-test research based strategies and
coach teachers and administrators on how to use these strategies
to best meet the needs of all students
Curriculum Coaches will coach teachers and administrators on
Ms. Harrington 12.02.13
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how to integrate research based strategies into all content areas
Curriculum Coaches will focus on literacy strategies,
differentiation strategies, and strategies on how to integrate
technology into instruction
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06.02.14
E Provide Teachers with
Research Based Strategies
(Best Practices) to use when
integrating technology into
instruction
Media Technology Coordinator will work with teachers to field-
test research based strategies and then coach teachers and
administrators on how to use these strategies to best meet the
needs of all students
Mr. Rhodes 12.02.13
01.06.14
02.03.14
03.03.14
04.01.14
05.01.14
06.02.14
F Principal Data-Logs As the instructional leader in the school, principal will submit a
data-log (district created) to Central Support Services each month
to report progress in meeting the needs of all students and
supporting teachers
The Principal will use information gained in the data-logs to
reflect and guide school improvement to support student learning
and growth
The Principal will analyze the data that is collected in the logs and
use this data to guide the support that is offered at each school
Dr. Diggs 12.02.13
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05.01.14
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Strategic Directive I: Student Learning
Goal 2: Increase the number of industry standard certifications, including WorkKeys certificates, earned annually by Career and Technical Education
(CTE) by 5% in 2014.
Manager: Nancy Neill
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Assess current programs and
practices to ensure they align
with Common Core and
Essential Standards and are
providing growth oriented
results
Review current programs and practices for alignment
Conduct walkthrough observations using district created
instrument to drive instruction
Analyze data obtained from the walkthrough instrument to guide
professional development and improve instruction
Provide administrators and teachers with PD on how to use
EVAAS data to group, differentiate for, and instruct students, in
order to ensure growth
Ms. Neill 12.15.13
02.04.14
04.08.14
06.17.14
B High School Transcript Audits
conducted by Student Support
Services
Administrators and Counselors will conduct transcript audits to
ensure that students are on track to graduate with their cohort and
that they have opportunities to take rigorous courses and earn
certificates, certifications, endorsements, honors, and recognitions
Transcript audit books will be submitted to central office for
review
The student services department at each school will update
transcripts as needed and to meet with students to ensure they are
taking and registering for appropriate classes
School and district staff will ensure accurate data and timely
transfer of student records to ensure continuity of instruction and
high school credit attainment. In addition, the Migrant Recruiter
will ensure identification and MEP enrollment of all eligible
migratory students and youth
Ms. Cluett
10.01.13
02.10.14
03.04.14
06.30.14
C Utilize data collection tools to
identify areas of student
interest for Program
Development and course
Access and analyze the ACT Plan interest surveys completed by
all 10th graders to gauge level of student interest in varied
programs
Investigate possibility of introduction of new Career and
Technical Education program
Ms. Cluett
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Access and analyze student registration feedback for development
of master schedule
Review and revise as needed the student registration process to
ensure appropriate placement and that course and program
offerings meet students’ needs
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Directive I: Student Learning
Goal 3: Increase the mean ACT composite score as measured by the state ACT administration during the 11th grade year from 16.4 in 2013 to at least
17.0 in 2014
Manager: D.R. Cash, Jr.
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Assess current programs and
practices within the school to
ensure they align with
Common Core and Essential
Standards and are providing
growth oriented results
Identify current programs and practices used in classrooms
Review current programs and practices for alignment
Implement the district benchmark protocol to provide growth data
Analyze benchmark data
Conduct walkthrough observations using district created
instrument to drive instruction
Analyze data obtained from the walkthrough instrument to guide
professional development and improve instruction
Provide teachers with PD on how to use EVAAS data to group,
differentiate for, and instruct students, in order to ensure growth
Dr. Diggs
12.15.13
02.04.14
04.08.14
06.17.14
B Utilize the digital district
walkthrough instrument and
guiding rubric to inform
instruction
Provide professional development to teachers on how to improve
instruction using the walkthrough rubric feedback and instrument
Provide professional development to teachers on each component
of the walkthrough rubric
Conduct daily walkthrough observations using district created
instrument to drive instruction
Analyze digital data obtained from the walkthrough instrument to
guide professional development and improve instruction
Dr. Diggs
12.02.13
01.06.14
02.03.14
03.03.14
04.01.14
05.01.14
06.02.14
C Provide Teachers with
Research Based Strategies
(Best Practices) to use when
delivering instruction
Curriculum Coaches will field-test research based strategies and
coach teachers and administrators on how to use these strategies
to best meet the needs of all students
Curriculum Coaches will coach teachers and administrators on
how to integrate research based strategies into all content areas
Curriculum Coaches will focus on literacy strategies,
differentiation strategies, and strategies on how to integrate
technology into instruction
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01.06.14
02.03.14
03.03.14
04.01.14
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Utilize PLCs, in collaboration with UNCW, to incorporate a focus
on writing skill development across the curriculums.
Provide ACT sample activities to all staff members for use in
classroom instruction
D District Designed Virtual
Learning Increase enrollment in virtual learning courses
Utilize NCVPS for enrollment in SAT preparation courses and
Advanced Placement (AP) courses
Work with the Student Learning & Accountability Team in
designing a virtual learning platform that will allow students in all
high schools to receive instruction in various AP courses.
Ms. Cluett
02.02.14
03.15.14
05.15.14
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Strategic Directive I: Student Learning
Goal 4: Increase the percentage of students who graduate from high school in four years from 75.6% in 2013 to 80.0% in 2014 as measured by the
North Carolina cohort graduation rate method
Manager: Paul Haas
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Implement effective
personalized education plans
(PEPs) for all students at risk
of failure (Close Achievement
Gap)
Conduct professional development on the multi-tiered system of
support (RtI/PBIS)
Ensure differentiation for whole group (Tier 1)
Using grade-level or department teams, identify students at risk of
failure and determine instructional strategies to increase skills
Conduct parent conferences for involvement in strategy
development/implementation (PEP creation)
Progress monitor targeted skills
Refer to Student Support Team upon no progress toward aim line
Mr. Haas 11.01.13
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03.03.14
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06.02.14
B
High School Transcript Audits
conducted by Student Support
Services
Administrators and Counselors will conduct transcript audits to
ensure that students are on track to graduate with their cohort and
that they have opportunities to take rigorous courses and earn
certificates, certifications, endorsements, honors, and recognitions
Transcript audit books will be submitted to central office for
review
The student services department at each school will update
transcripts as needed and to meet with students to ensure they are
taking and registering for appropriate classes
School and district staff will ensure accurate data and timely
transfer of student records to ensure continuity of instruction and
high school credit attainment. In addition, the Migrant Recruiter
will ensure identification and MEP enrollment of all eligible
migratory students and youth
Ms. Cluett
10.01.13
02.10.14
03.04.14
06.30.14
C NC Virtual Public School &
APEX Learning (Close
Achievement Gap)
Continue the use of NC Virtual Public School & APEX Learning
to offer additional courses and assist students with recovering
credits and remaining on track to graduate
Ms. Cluett
11.01.13
01.06.14
03.04.14
04.08.14
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D Individual Graduation Plans Identify students at-risk of not graduating with their cohort and/or
dropping out and place them on a plan to graduate with reduced
local requirements
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04.01.14
05.01.14
06.02.14
E Assess current programs and
practices within the school to
ensure they align with
Common Core and Essential
Standards and are providing
growth oriented results
Identify current programs and practices used in classrooms
Review current programs and practices for alignment
Implement the district benchmark protocol to provide growth data
Analyze benchmark data
Conduct walkthrough observations using district created
instrument to drive instruction
Analyze data obtained from the walkthrough instrument to guide
professional development and improve instruction
Provide teachers with PD on how to use EVAAS data to group,
differentiate for, and instruct students, in order to ensure growth
Dr. Diggs
12.05.13
02.04.14
04.08.14
06.17.14
F Grading Practices and
Procedures Ensure that grading percentages in Power School are correct
Analyze grade distribution reports after all interim and reporting
periods
Mr. Haas 12.10.13
01.06.14
03.03.14
05.01.14
06.17.14
G Utilize the digital district
walkthrough instrument and
guiding rubric to inform
instruction
Provide professional development to teachers on how to improve
instruction using the walkthrough rubric feedback and instrument
Provide professional development to teachers on each component
of the walkthrough rubric
Conduct daily walkthrough observations using district created
instrument to drive instruction
Analyze digital data obtained from the walkthrough instrument to
guide professional development and improve instruction
Dr. Diggs
12.02.13
01.06.14
02.03.14
03.03.14
04.01.14
05.01.14
06.02.14
H Provide Teachers with
Research Based Strategies
(Best Practices) to use when
Curriculum Coaches will field-test research based strategies and
coach teachers and administrators on how to use these strategies
to best meet the needs of all students
Ms. Harrington 12.02.13
01.06.14
02.03.14
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delivering instruction Curriculum Coaches will coach teachers and administrators on
how to integrate research based strategies into all content areas
Curriculum Coaches will focus on literacy strategies,
differentiation strategies, and strategies on how to integrate
technology into instruction
03.03.14
04.01.14
05.01.14
06.02.14
I Provide Teachers with
Research Based Strategies
(Best Practices) to use when
integrating technology into
instruction
Media Technology Coordinator will work with teachers to field-
test research based strategies and then coach teachers and
administrators on how to use these strategies to best meet the
needs of all students
Mr. Rhodes
12.02.13
01.06.14
02.03.14
03.03.14
04.01.14
05.01.14
06.02.14
J Principal Data-Logs As the instructional leader in the school, principal will submit a
data-log (district created) to Central Support Services each month
to report progress in meeting the needs of all students and
supporting teachers
The Principal will use information gained in the data-logs to
reflect and guide school improvement to support student learning
and growth
The Principal will analyze the data that is collected in the logs and
use this data to guide the support that is offered at each school
Dr. Diggs 12.02.13
01.06.14
02.03.14
03.03.14
04.01.14
05.01.14
06.02.14
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Heide Trask High School
School Improvement Plan
Directive II
Personnel Development
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Strategic Directive II: Personnel Development
Goal 1: Develop a plan for teacher and administrative staff learning and development that focuses on improving student achievement
Manager: Dr. Diggs
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Form a Professional
Development Planning Team
that includes a variety of
stakeholders to plan PD
Identify stakeholders
Set up meeting schedule
PDPT will identify school-wide PD needs (survey, gather
input/data, review) to create plan and to modify it if necessary
throughout the year
PDPT will develop and implement a plan that will include
services like:
- Beginning teacher mentoring
- SIOP training
- Spanish for educators
- EC training
- Training in new research based theories like game-based
learning
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Strategic Directive II: Personnel Development
Goal 2: Develop policies and practices to retain and recruit highly qualified staff (Create a work environment that attracts high quality staff)
Manager: Dr. Diggs
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Develop a plan for creating an
attractive work environment Identify incentives for teacher recognition
Organize school functions to provide opportunities for
socialization outside school hours (game nights, international
dinner nights, talent shows)
Recognize staff birthdays
Sunshine Committee to recognize personal celebrations and assist
with staff personal needs
“Titan Take-out” through Foods II course
Analyze Teacher Working Conditions Survey
Ms. Barber 12.10.13
02.10.14
04.10.14
06.16.14
B Investigate business-sponsored
incentives for school personnel Contact businesses
Follow up with businesses to secure items/information
Ms. Neill 12.10.13
02.10.14
04.10.14
06.16.14
C Support beginning and new
teachers Utilize SAINTS program
State-required mentor program
Ms. Melvin
12.10.13
02.10.14
04.10.14
06.16.14
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Strategic Directive II: Personnel Development
Goal 3: Develop a plan to expand the use of PLCs in the school directly tied to instructional success
Manager: Dr. Diggs
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Develop a plan for effective
use of PLCs Survey staff to find out effective criteria to design PLCs
Communicate the focus of PLCs (writing across the curriculum)
for this year
Provide training on best practices of PLCs
Mr. Kochakji
12.10.13
02.10.14
03.10.14
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05.08.14
06.16.14
B Provide online accessible
resources for PLCs Compile resources
Make resources available to staff
Mr. Kochakji 12.10.13
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04.10.14
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Heide Trask High School
School Improvement Plan
Directive III
Community Connectedness
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Strategic Directive III: Community Connectedness
Goal 1: Improve Communication with families
Manager: Judy Cluett and Norma Kerr
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Monitor and maintain the
school website so that it is
current, comprehensive, and
easy to navigate.
Continue to train key personnel on how to update and maintain
webpages.
Post timely and relevant information on the website.
Monitor website to ensure current and accurate content.
Publicize school events on the homepage.
Post press releases.
• Ms. Kerr, Bookkeeper
12.10.13
02.10.14
04.10.14
06.16.14
B Regular communication, via
multiple delivery systems, with
parents/guardians.
Weekly Connect5 phone calls.
Daily automated phone calls for absent students.
Teacher contact logs.
Updated school website.
Postcard announcements, invite, and reminders.
Attendance letters.
Informational events (Open House, College Night, Senior
Graduation Night, Financial Aid Night, and Registration Night).
“On-time” data (grades, attendance, etc) via PowerSchool.
Parent Advisory Council meets once per quarter.
Ms. Cluett 12.10.13
02.10.14
04.10.14
06.16.14
C Increase communication with
non-English speaking
parents/guardians.
Translate documents in Spanish.
Invite migrant recruiter & translators to school events and parent
conferences.
Utilize migrant recruiter & translators to assist with phone calls.
Ms. Demecs
12.10.13
02.10.14
04.10.14
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Strategic Directive III: Community Connectedness
Goal 2: Improve Communication with Staff
Manager: Judy Cluett and Norma Kerr
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Share pertinent information
with the staff. Weekly Notes emails and Connect5 phone calls.
Daily email reminders will be sent as needed.
Department Meetings.
School Improvement Team Meetings.
Monthly Faculty meetings are scheduled after principal meetings.
Mailboxes and email are the primary means of daily
communication between staff members.
Dr. Diggs
12.10.13
02.10.14
04.10.14
06.16.14
B Instructional Team will
facilitate Professional Learning
Communities.
Instructional Team will meet weekly.
In collaboration with UNCW, the Instructional Team will
establish a PLC process for Heide Trask HS to look at student
data and make instructional decisions.
Mr. Kochakji 12.10.13
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04.10.14
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Heide Trask High School
School Improvement Plan
Directive IV
Culture
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Strategic Directive IV: Culture
Goal 1: Assess discipline programs to determine if they are sufficient
Manager: Ben Thomas
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process
Check
A Continue to implement and
assess PBIS initiative to
create a supportive learning
environment.
Continue to strengthen the current PBIS team
Utilize PBIS survey data to assess strengths and weaknesses
Provide teachers with PD on PBIS initiatives and supports
(including the Consequence Continuum and Why Try)
Monitor discipline reports to identify trends and areas of need Identify possible candidates for and monitor success of Why
Try program
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06.02.14
B Establish and promote a
consistent message regarding
disciplinary rule and process
Ensure discipline steps are followed consistently by all faculty
members
Involve faculty and staff in the development of school disciplinary
policies and practices
Mr. Thomas
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01.15.14
02.10.14
03.10.14
04.10.14
05.08.14
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Strategic Directive IV: Culture
Goal 2: Develop, implement, and monitor school-wide strategies for teaching students soft skills that enhance college and career readiness.
Manager: Dr. Diggs
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process Check
A Incorporate financial literacy
instruction and skills into
applicable courses.
Explore researched based strategies to supplement instruction
to teach financial literacy skills
Utilize Civics and Economics, Marketing Management, and
Personal Finance courses to teach financial literacy skills
Ms. Neill 12.10.13
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06.16.14 B Incorporate instruction on
communication skills across
the curriculum.
Encourage staff to develop and implement lessons that
highlight student presentations, discussions, and writing.
Explore ways to utilize Student Government to increase
communications between staff and students.
Teach and assess student communication skills through
Graduation Project Presentations
Mayra Robles, Student
Katelyn Friesen,
Student
Mr. Haas
12.10.13
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Heide Trask High School
School Improvement Plan
Directive V
Resource Management
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Strategic Directive V: Resource Management
Goal 1: Work Environment
Manager: Ben Thomas
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process Check
A Maintain a clean, inviting
building and grounds for staff,
students and community
Daily meetings with GCA assigned staff to discuss and review
any issues regarding the cleanliness of the building
Monthly report cards for GCA managers/supervisors
Feedback from staff/faculty regarding the condition of the
building.
Submit work orders immediately when a problem arises that
on site custodians cannot handle.
Meet with Mr. Richard Dutka regarding a paint schedule for
the school
Support Campus Clean Up and Recycling programs
Campus beautification project through Horticulture classes
Mr. Thomas
12.10.13
02.10.14
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06.16.14
B Budget request for Parking lot
and Driveway refurbishing
(Paving and Re-designed
Traffic Flow for students and
Visitors)
Utilize Capital Outlay Request process to improve parking
and traffic flow.
Investigate adding more security cameras
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Strategic Directive V: Resource Management
Goal 2: Fiscal management for instructional purposes Manager: Ben Thomas
Item Initiative Action Steps Person Responsible Process Check
A Collaborative decision-making
in spending school instructional
funds
School Improvement Team will consider purchase requests
from departments for supplemental instructional items
Needs assessment survey to prioritize instructional spending
Dr. Diggs 12.02.13
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B Increase and sustain funding
opportunities through
alternative sources
Through the use of informational tables, phone calls, etc.,
encourage staff, parents and community members to link their
store cards for Target, Office Depot and Harris Teeter to
Heide Trask High School, which will result in rebate checks
for the school
Increase participation in the Coke Rewards bottle cap program
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Heide Trask High School SIP 2013 – 2014
School Year 2013-2014 (Year 1)
Last Updated 12.05.2013
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Checklist of State-required On-going Operational Activities
All Schools
Does this school:
Yes Implement strategies for improving performance of all students?
Yes Implement instructional practices designed to improve academic performance of students at-risk of academic failure or dropping out?
Yes Plan use of staff development funds?
Yes Plan for use of assessments to monitor student progress?
Yes Provide daily duty-free lunch to teachers?
Yes Provide at least five hours of planning time for teachers each week?
Yes Implement strategies for involving parents and the community in the educational program?
Yes Amend the School Improvement Plan when AYP is not met for two consecutive years when missing one or more targets in the same subject area?
K-8 Schools Only
Does this school:
Provide 30 minutes of daily physical activity to meet Healthy Active Children requirements?