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Intent to Apply If you are interested in preparing a grant proposal or application for funds in any amount, please submit the completed form to the Grants Department a minimum of 15 working days prior to the funder’s deadline. You will be notified within 2 working days if you have been given approval to proceed or not. Please limit information to the space provided. This form is for external funding opportunities and EXCLUDES internal funding, such as Education Foundation Mini Grants.IMPORTANT NOTES: 1. A grant offer and acceptance constitute a contractual agreement between the grantor (funding source) and the grantee

(school, department, or district). This agreement should not be entered into without appropriate approval, which may include the district's General Counsel.

2. Materials awarded through a grant are the property of Pasadena ISD and are to be used by the teacher/program for whichthey were intended. All materials will remain at the awarded campus after the grant ends.

Applicant (School/Department) Information Name of Contact: School/Department: Title: Phone: E-mail:

Program Information Project Title: Name of Funder: Application Deadline: Funder/Grant website: Project Start Date: Project End Date:

Grade Levels to be served: Number to be served: Target population to be served by project [students, teachers, grade levels, other distinguishing factors, (LEP, struggling readers, math students, etc.)]:

External Partners/Collaborators (if any): Participating Campuses/Departments:

Does your proposal require technology/software? Yes* No

Does the proposal require hiring additional employees? Yes How many? No

*If yes, attach email approval from Technology Services for the proposed technology.The focus of the proposed project: (check all that apply):

Reading/Literacy Out-of-School Activities Technology Fine Arts Bilingual Education STEM Professional Development Family Engagement Special Education Other:

Strategy 1 Strategy 2 Strategy 3 Strategy 4 Strategy 5 Strategy 6

Budget Information Anticipated Budget Request: Total Cost of Program, if different from Budget Request: Are matching funds required?

Yes: $________ or _______% No

If matching funds are required, have you identified the source?

What level of assistance will you need from the Grants Department in developing your proposal? (NOTE: All grant applications must be reviewed prior to submission.)

Review/Revise/Edit only Budget Development Assistance Full Proposal Development (check all subcategories that apply)

Assistance with research -Background material, Statistics, etc. Creating the Problem or Need Statement Creating Project Goals and Objectives

Creating Project Implementation Plan/Activities Creating Project Evaluation Creating Project Sustainability Plan

For Grants Department Use Only Received: Approved

Responded: Denied Reason:

Signature:

Pasadena ISD Grants Department Phone: 713-740-0869 (70869) Email: [email protected]

The proposed program is responsive to the following Pasadena ISD strategies (check all that apply): (Refer to the "attachments" to the left of this form.)

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Summary of Proposed ProjectUsing only the space provided, briefly outline the concept of the proposed project. Feel free to contact our department with any questions or concerns regarding your proposed project at (713) 740-0869.

The problem or need this project will address:

The problem or need this project addresses is important because:

The main activities of the proposed project are:

The project goals and objectives are:

How will you evaluate the impact of the project?

I certify that the information provided accurately represents the Proposed Project and, if approved to proceed, I agree to follow the procedures outlined on page 3.

___________________________________________________ Program Contact’s Signature Date

I certify that I have reviewed the Intent to Apply and Summary of Proposed Project and agree with the proposed submission.

_____________________________________________________Principal/Department Manager’s Signature Date

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Process for Grants Submission

The Pasadena ISD Grants Department seeks to provide high-quality support and assistance to PISD grant-seekers to maximize the amount of funding available to support all phases of the educational process. PISD has procedures in place to regulate and provide guidance for all phases of the grant process. The procedures apply to the grant development process regarding applications and proposals. In order for the Grants Department to be able to assist schools and departments in the submission of a high quality proposal, all schools and departments must adhere to the following district-approved procedures:

1. An Intent to Apply (ITA) form must be completed by the campus/department contact who ispursuing grant funding. The form must be signed by the contact and by the Campus Principalor Department Manager. The completed and signed form (pages 1 & 2 only) should bescanned and submitted electronically to Yvette Hernandez at [email protected] the Grants Department at least 15 working days prior to the published grant submissiondeadline.

2. The Grants Department will review the ITA form and will notify the program contact within twodays of receipt if he/she has been approved to proceed or not.

3. If approved, the Grants Department will work with the program contact and/or developmentteam to develop and/or complete the grant proposal.

4. The Grants Department will submit a draft budget to the Accounting Office for review andapproval no later than six days prior to submission.

5. Once approved, the final budget along with the narrative draft are returned to the programcontact/development team for a final review. Final review by development team will becompleted four days prior to submission.

6. The approved grant proposal will be submitted by the Grants Department two days priorto the published deadline.

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August 2015

Strategy Four

August 2015

Strategy 4: We will use a culturally responsive approach to relentlessly pursue meaningful engagement with parental, business, and community stakeholders.

Result 1: Provide parents a pathway to resources that support their children academically and

socially. Action Steps:

1. Re-evaluate the parent survey and administer district-wide. 2. Develop a full time Parent Coordinator at each campus with comprehensive job

descriptions district-wide. 3. Collaborate with the parent advisory committee to develop parent ambassadors at

each campus and provide consistent on-going training. 4. Equip, staff and maintain the Parent Center. 5. Allocate funds to provide technology access for all parents. 6. Provide training modules and resources for parents and community members using

a variety of relevant presentation techniques that include: a. General parenting skills b. Specific academic focus areas such as online homework help c. Socially responsive topics d. How to access district resources e. Volunteerism

August 2015


Result 2: Implement an effective, interactive and reliable marketing and communication plan

utilizing media to foster positive relationships among all stakeholders.

Action Steps:

1. Hire a full time district web developer to modify and enhance the district website for user friendly access among all stakeholders (i.e. business, parent, community pages)

2. Hire a full time marketing coordinator for the development and oversight of a quarterly publication and PISD TV initiatives to improve relationships and communication among all stakeholders.

3. Create and distribute a consistent PISD Bulletin for community members quarterly. 4. Hire 5 web content database managers to create, manage, and update campus websites at

the feeder pattern levels.

August 2015


Result 3: Develop and strengthen partnerships with area businesses, local government

agencies and members of the community to provide resources and services for families, students, staff and schools.

Action Steps:

1. Create a need and/or wish list at each campus to be publicized on PISD website. 2. Educate and promote existing speaker Bureau to campus staff, parents, business

and community stakeholders. 3. Promote the application process become an approved PISD vendor. 4. In conjunction with the parent advisory council, host job/resource fair for parents. 5. Develop a vendor fair for district staff. 6. Enhance district communication to create awareness of available resources

utilizing relevant technology (i.e. Education Foundation, Chamber of Commerce’s).

August 2015


Result 4: Unite current Pasadena ISD alumni resources and groups under a single district wide

alumni association for the purpose of cultivating and promoting lasting partnerships and leadership opportunities.

Action Steps:

1. Redefine role of District Alumni Coordinator. Enlist Student Councils to locate alumni from the past decade and increase opportunities for alumni to enter and update their contact information.

2. Gather and input alumni contact information from current alumni groups and parent survey and promote database registration.

3. Actively maintain, update, and manage an alumni records database using the SMS to roll over graduate contact information each year.

4. Send monthly district wide newsletter to alumni providing information about alumni events, school sponsored activities, volunteer opportunities, alumni and school achievements, recent additions to the alumni database, alumni and staff retirements, opportunities to update alumni records. Gather information from alumni to share and include a page to highlight alumni information in the Pinnacle.

5. Designate an alumni liaison from each campus and communicate personally with alumni about specific event and/or activities related to interest groups or specific classes/decades. High School liaisons would coordinate with their campus Alumni Association.

6. Establish District Alumni Advisory Council comprised of a diverse groups of stakeholders to build and strengthen alumni organizations and provide feedback on district planning. Ensure seniors are engaged prior to graduation and increase efforts for students to identify with their graduating class prior to their senior year, beginning with Kindergarten and have an alumni information booth or kiosk at campus, district and community events.

7. Engage alumni in school sponsored activities. (Freshman First, groundbreakings, anniversary celebrations, sporting events, Rites of Passage, graduation, homecoming, guest speaking, mentoring, etc.)

8. The DAAC will host an annual Alumnifest in May to celebrate alumni accomplishments (college course completion, jobs, military achievements, college graduation, etc.) while current students are on campus.

9. Invite alumni to district job fairs and recognize employees who are Pasadena ISD graduates.

August 2015


Result 5: Create a district wide volunteer program that provides opportunities for relevant experiences with meaningful recognition.

Action Steps: 1. Actively recruit parents during the registration process to volunteer for school events. 2. Create an online portal for individuals to sign up to volunteer that allows options to edit

and maintain database of information. 3. Utilize PISD website to promote volunteer needs per campus. 4. Develop marketing plan that appropriately recognizes volunteers’ time, money and

resources accordingly. 5. Host appreciation event for volunteers annually. 6. Provide consistent and on-going training.

August 2015

Strategy Five

August 2015

Strategy 5: We will promote a safe school environment, teach citizenship, and support the social, emotional and physical well-being of all students and staff.

Result 1: Expand current resources and training, such as Conscious Discipline and Safe and Civil, for faculty and students (PK-12) to increase the focus on behavior intervention and to develop a positive school culture and climate.

Action Steps:

1. Review, revise, and expand the current district Conscious Discipline model from (PK-12).

2. Continue coordination between Conscious Discipline and Safe and Civil consultants for district and campus needs.

3. Expand the number of members of the district wide Conscious Discipline team to help with training needs of all (PK-12) campuses.

4. Investigate appropriate Conscious Discipline concepts and training as they come available for secondary grade levels (7-12), followed by training for staff and students.

5. Utilize online courses or modules for training (initial, refresher, or follow-up). 6. Identify model classrooms and teacher trainers for Safe and Civil and Conscious

Discipline.

August 2015


Result 2: Develop a district-wide system to meet, manage, and respond to the daily and

emergent health care needs of students and faculty. Action Steps:

1. Increase Nursing staff to reflect current National School Nurse ratio (1:750). 2. Create scripted training guidelines and provide ongoing, real-world training

opportunities for emergency response. 3. Create highly trained first responders on campus crisis team based on the size of

campus enrollment. This team will receive training such as crisis response procedures, CPR/AED and First Aid training and assess suicidal/homicidal threats. Training for crises will include responding to cardiac, illness, injury and other mass casualty incidents.

4. Review and obtain where deficient, current safety equipment is located in all school areas, including science labs, culinary arts, automotive, welding and other certificate type program areas.

5. Develop training programs for students, employees, and parents that focus on basic health care, CPR/AED, and First Aid.

6. Create an itinerant staff of Licensed Vocational Nurses to rotate through campuses to complete state mandated screenings, health trainings for students and staff, and cover high need clinics when substitute nurses cannot be obtained.

7. Ensure clinic coverage in the absence of the nurse by increasing pay for substitute nurses, train alternate personnel to conduct medical procedures and expand substitute pool to include paramedics and EMTs.

8. Increase continuing education credit opportunities for nurses and staff development in the medical realm for non-nursing staff.

August 2015


Result 3: Establish and monitor district-wide safety measures to ensure the well-being of all stakeholders.

Action Steps:

1. Hire a safety coordinator to analyze the district’s safety procedures, develop recommendations for improvement and provide training for employees, students and parents.

2. Re-establish a facility based Crisis Management Team for disaster/intruder situations and provide trainings, online supports, evacuation locations, etc.

3. Train staff in Crisis Management procedures. 4. Teach students procedures for bus evacuations and bus safety. 5. Develop district-wide health and safety standards/procedures for field trips. 6. Hire a police officer for every (K-8) campus and alternative campuses. 7. Continue installation of keyless entry technology at all district facilities. 8. Develop and monitor safety protocols for the identification of employee and non-

employee visitors. 9. Update and increase the number of security cameras on each campus to provide

campus-wide coverage. 10. Provide opportunities for all staff to be trained in personal safety. 11. Develop an internet safety course for students. 12. Develop standards for staff interactions with students online.

August 2015


Result 4: Establish programs/events to increase opportunities to foster patriotism, civic duty

and global citizenship. Action Steps:

1. Develop and provide curriculum and teacher resources regarding state and national governing documents, such as the Constitution, Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights.

2. Develop and provide curriculum and teacher resources emphasizing the significance and protocols involving state and national symbols, such as the pledge and flag.

3. Promote meaning and significance of special national and state days, such as Veterans’ Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Texas Independence Day, and Constitution Day.

4. Provide support and encourage student and staff participation in service learning opportunities.

5. Develop and provide curriculum and teacher resources devoted to global issues, including human rights, poverty, and environmental concerns.

6. Develop and provide curriculum and teacher resources that examine differences and similarities between various countries and cultures.

7. Provide support for campus staff to plan and facilitate experiences that reflect civic duties such as voting, Model United Nations, and student government.

August 2015


Result 5: Develop a school counseling program that allows school counselors to increase the

percentage of time spent with students in regards to their academic, social and mental health needs based on the current research on school counseling.

Action Steps:

1. Research TEA and American School Counseling Association (ASCA) models from comprehensive guidance programs: student to counselor ratio and program percentages. (individual, responsive, guidance, system support, non-guidance)

2. Compare/Analyze the current Pasadena ISD counseling services to the recommended TEA/ASCA model.

3. Restructure the role of the school counselor to meet the state and national recommendations.

4. Increase the number of Certified School Counselors to meet these state and national recommendations. (1:250)

5. Develop and implement an age appropriate and vertically aligned guidance curriculum EE - 12.

6. Research current database programs that allow counselors to document sessions with students and provide data reports regarding the utilization and implementation of campus counseling services.

7. Provide ongoing relevant training opportunities to enhance counseling skills and knowledge.

8. Guidance program includes all school staff in a team approach to the delivery of the program goals and guidance program objectives.

August 2015


Result 6: Increase the social, emotional and physical well-being of staff members to promote a

healthy learning environment. Action Steps:

1. Develop a survey instrument to identify physical, social, and emotional staff stressors.

2. Use results from the survey to prioritize health and wellness needs of district employees.

3. Create a centrally located fitness center available at a free or low cost to PISD staff and adult family members.

4. Offer disease prevention and management classes in the evenings or at convenient times.

5. Create an employee assistance program for brief or short term counseling.

August 2015

Strategy Two

August 2015

Strategy 2: We will promote career and college exploration and preparation through the use of systems and structures to meet the needs of all.

Result 1: Adopt a research based college and career readiness curriculum (PK-12) to be implemented in all areas for teachers, students, and parents.

Action Steps:

1. Identify a viable research based college readiness curriculum (PK-12) aligned with state standards.

2. Implement district-wide staff development on the adopted curriculum for all stakeholders.

3. Implement identified curriculum in (PK-12) classrooms. 4. Embed real world career exploration in all subject areas. 5. Regularly review and revise individual graduation plans with students and parents. 6. Conduct a pre and post survey (yearly) for students and parents to monitor

curriculum effectiveness. 7. Offer a variety of college test preparation workshops on campus and throughout

the district for post-secondary entrance exams. 8. Adopt vertically aligned school-wide system to support successful (PK-12) and to

sustain current AVID secondary program.

August 2015


Result 2: Expand and establish CTE (Career and Technology Education) electives and opportunities for 5th-12th grades.

Action Steps:

1. Create the CTE courses (grades 7-12) based on student interests, TEKS requirements and state and local prerequisites.

2. Expand availability of CTE courses at each comprehensive high school.

August 2015


Result 3: Promote and provide access to career certification programs to provide the local community with qualified high school graduates equipped with workforce skills.

Action Steps:

1. Expand the CTE Advisory Committee and create sub-committees. 2. Implement a Mass CTE Marketing and Advertising campaign and continue

sustainable marketing programs. 3. Create Summer CTE camps to all ages (K-12) to promote CTE programs. 4. Investigate a parent/student/program contract for students in a pathway to

commit to taking necessary exams. 5. Investigate and potentially provide district partial payment of certification

registration fees and full reimbursement of fees if successfully pass certification exams.

6. Implement district-wide career exploration curriculum on all campuses which highlights a direct link to a career pathway.

7. Ensure all students who have completed a CTE Pathway have achieved certification appropriate to path, job placement, or entering post-secondary studies.

8. Establish a PISD Placement Service Center (job shadowing at various grade levels, actual job placement and post-secondary aide).

August 2015


Result 4: Establish and expand partnerships with universities, colleges, and post-secondary entities to provide opportunities for parents, students, and teachers.

Action Steps:

1. Identify potential partner universities, colleges, and other post-secondary entities. 2. Establish and apply criteria for partnerships based on the district's needs. 3. Create a data base of contacts from the universities, colleges, and other post-

secondary entities that meet the criteria. 4. Negotiate mutually beneficial partnership options with the contacts. 5. Establish intermediate and high school campus based locations for post-secondary

assistance, resources, training, and support for parents and students. 6. Provide district-wide professional development for post-secondary assistance,

resources, training, and support for teachers. 7. Implement a financial aid awareness program district-wide. 8. Establish a partnership with the College Board to provide a school day SAT

administration for all seniors in PISD.

August 2015


Result 5: Create a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Fine Arts and Math) Academy for 5th-8th grades.

Action Steps:

1. Identify and research successful STEAM Academies with embedded programs (school within a school).

2. Identify 2-3 middle/intermediate campuses with the facilities to pilot STEAM Academies.

3. Create a research based STEAM Academy curriculum that aligns with existing and future district career pathways.

4. Develop a crosswalk for the TEKS for the STEAM Academy curriculum. 5. Identify and obtain IM to support STEAM Academy curriculum. 6. Obtain the necessary technology to support the STEAM Academy curriculum. 7. Develop a rubric to determine teachers who are qualified and able to enhance

student success in a STEAM Academy setting. 8. Develop a rubric to determine students who will excel in a STEAM Academy

setting. 9. Provide ongoing professional development for teachers.

August 2015

Strategy Three

August 2015

Strategy 3: We will actively recruit, develop, and retain a highly qualified staff.

Result 1: Offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages for employees.

Action Steps:

1. Continue to benchmark our salary schedule with surrounding districts. 2. Continue to develop the 24/7 Nurse Line Service for all employees. 3. Increase advertisement and outreach of PISD Wellness Center. 4. Increase Wellness Center staff and the services offered. 5. Develop a comprehensible district Benefits Outlook website which will increase the

visibility and understanding of district benefits.

August 2015


Result 2: Provide a competitive incentive program that promotes longevity.

Action Steps: 1. Buy back unused personal/local time upon retirement or death. 2. Provide compensation for attending off duty professional development in lieu of

professional development held during the school day. 3. Maintain & increase the district longevity pay at 5 year increments of (5, 10, 15, 20,

etc.) years of experience.

August 2015


Result 3: Implement district-wide initiatives that promote and sustain positive relationships and employee morale.

Action Steps:

1. Design programs that build a culture of appreciation and recognition throughout the district.

2. Train all administrators/supervisors in developing and maintaining positive relationships and a culture of recognition.

3. Promote open door policies at all district departments/campuses. 4. Promote a culture of high expectations that holds all district employees

accountable for their work while also recognizing those who are exemplary performers.

August 2015


Result 4: Attract and recruit high-quality personnel.

Action Steps:

1. Develop & maintain relationships with universities, programs and other entities. 2. Create substitute/instructional aide cohort to obtain bachelor’s degree. 3. Increase the number of student teachers being prepared for certification inside

PISD. 4. Create a schedule for district signing bonuses for critical needs areas. 5. Develop a strategy to include district wide involvement in recruiting activities - pay

current PISD employees who recruit qualified personnel who must then stay in the district for a specified period of time.

6. Develop a recruiting web page for PISD. 7. Create a monthly human resources newsletter that would contain a recruiting

section. 8. Increase partnership with local businesses including veteran’s placement services

to recruit non-instructional personnel. 9. Reimbursement for Teacher in Training work regarding paying for college classes

and a commitment to work for PISD to fill critical need areas.

August 2015


Result 5: Provide learning experiences to support the growth and advancement of all employees.

Action Steps: 1. Establish core competencies for employees based on job roles. 2. Embed those core competencies within a tiered, differentiated development

system. 3. Design training modules aligned to competency goals and objectives deliverable

through flexible learning environments. 4. Create assessments to determine level of competency and prescribe additional

levels of support, training and growth. 5. Establish a culture of opportunity through the development of a framework for

career pathways for academic, administrative and non-certified personnel where excellence leads to more impact, pay and job options.

6. Provide training and growth opportunities for support department personnel.

August 2015

Strategy One

August 2015

Strategy 1: We will ensure rigorous curriculum and meaningful experiences through innovative learning environments that meet the individual needs of each student.

Result 1: Provide a developmentally appropriate universal, full day Prekindergarten program to meet the needs of all early childhood learners.

Action Steps:

1. Implement full day Prekindergarten program. 2. Select pilot schools for universal Prekindergarten program. 3. Determine demographic information and projections for program implementation. 4. Update information regarding existing facilities including space and conditions. 5. Establish a plan for financial implications such as teaching units, supplies,

technology, facility needs, etc. 6. Modify the curriculum using the Texas Recommended Prekindergarten Guidelines

to expand the scope and sequence. 7. Change to a 9-week grading period. 8. Create staff development necessary to meet the needs of the program. 9. Create a daily recommended schedule. 10. Develop a plan and timeline to include publicity and recruiting, such as parent

information sessions, brochures, posters, flyers, etc. 11. Establish an internal steering committee to research a district Early Childhood

Development Center using data from the district universal, full day program including a support position.

12. Create a centrally located Special Education Testing Center for students prior to enrolling in schools (PPCD Intake) and establish a tuition rate for non-qualifying students.

13. Tuition rate

August 2015

Strategy 1: We will ensure rigorous curriculum and meaningful experiences through innovative

learning environments that meet the individual needs of each student.

Result 2: Implement a comprehensive district-wide framework for literacy and numeracy development.

Action Steps:

1. Sustain and enhance the Guided Reading Framework PK-4. 2. Develop and expand the Guided Math Framework PK-4. 3. Create an aligned framework for math and literacy between Elementary and

Middle, Middle and Intermediate, and Intermediate and High School to support students.

4. Develop literacy training for curricular integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) for all content areas in PK-12.

5. Provide appropriate reading and writing cohort structure for grades PK-12. 6. Develop guidelines for English Language Development in Prekindergarten-6 to

include time allotments and curricular resources. 7. Enhance Sheltered Instructional Protocols in 5-12 to include training and support

structures. 8. Establish a system to monitor and track student PK-12 progress in reading and

math. 9. Establish a system for creating and maintaining an electronic portfolio for writing. 10. Adopt a research-based Dual Language model to be used with fidelity and

consistency at each feeder pattern to provide support for bilingualism and biliteracy.

August 2015


Result 3: Implement a system for competency-based instruction and standards-based assessments for students.

Action Steps:

1. Implement a system that reports accurate student progress toward mastery of student expectations.

2. Develop digital curriculum modules organized by standard. 3. Develop standards- based assessments for each curriculum module. 4. Implement the digital curriculum and assessments through a learning management

system. 5. Establish standards-based reporting of student progress. 6. Provide professional development on the implementation of a competency- based

progression system. 7. Research alternatives and waivers to seat time for earning or regaining credit at

the secondary level.

August 2015


Result 4: Implement a tiered professional development plan to support the effective delivery of a rigorous curriculum.

Action Steps: 1. Create a committee with all stakeholders represented to develop a framework for

a tiered professional development plan. 2. Establish expectations for quality continuous learning for all staff. 3. Develop a template using the framework that staff use to develop individualized

professional learning plans each year. 4. Develop a protocol for gradual release of each piece of the framework from initial

exposure to full implementation (using a variety of strategies – blended learning, face-to-face, coaching support, etc.)

5. Identify key components (SIOP, Safe and Civil, Thinking Maps, IEP Application) essential for ALL PISD staff.

6. Divide responsibilities for individual pieces of the framework and capitalize on teacher leaders to lead in development and delivery of individual pieces.

7. Include peer observations to share instructional practices across classrooms and departments.

8. Include protocols for sharing best practices across campuses to create a culture of collaboration.

9. Create a video library of model lessons for each of the categories (model content lessons, model lessons for a specific instructional strategy, etc.)

10. Provide individualized and/team coaching support for refining the implementation of an instructional strategies.

11. Develop a consistent model (job description, scheduling, and appraisal) to guide the work of instructional coaches in supporting teacher development in content knowledge and instructional delivery in core areas on all campuses.

12. Provide additional time in the school day dedicated to professional development. (late start time one day/week, extra conference period each day, extra conference period each week such as flexible scheduling, etc.)

13. Develop and adopt a minimum set of technology standards required for all district employees that align with state and national technology standards.

14. Require all district personnel to attend staff development on positive, culturally responsive parental involvement.

15. Create a system of induction for new employees.

August 2015


Result 5: Implement an articulated phase-in plan and sustained formative evaluation system for district instructional initiatives.

Action Steps:

1. For each new initiative, develop a task force to develop an implementation plan. Task force should represent a cross-section of all stakeholders involved in the rollout.

2. Provide training for all members of task force before developing plan. 3. The Task force will develop an articulated plan for rollout of initiative in phases:

a. Is developed in manageable chunks b. Includes training and support essential to success c. Includes success indicators and objective measures d. Includes a formative feedback loop e. Is a fluid plan subject to adjustment as roll out f. Evaluate programs for strategic abandonment

August 2015


Result 6: Create a systematic process that ensures every student receives the time and support needed to learn at high levels.

Action Steps:

1. Form a comprehensive and balanced District Intervention Team in order to best represent the needs of children, families and other intervention partners.

2. Provide a comprehensive professional development plan to sustain professional learning communities and RtI.

3. Assess the RtI/PLC process at each campus and level with a Needs Assessment with input from the District Intervention Team and Campuses.

4. Update the Intervention handbook incorporating the PLCs in the process with supports for each level. (Campus level and Tier Level)

5. Develop a system for annual evaluation of the RtI program at each campus.

August 2015


Result 7: Provide a customized learning program based on students' interests, learning styles, needs, goals, and career aspirations.

Action Steps:

1. Establish school schedules that provide personal learning time for students. 2. Embed authentic, project-based, collaborative, and creative learning opportunities

throughout the curriculum. 3. Implement a blended learning rotational model that meets the needs of individual

learners. 4. Support increased access to multiple pathways to each high school endorsement

by increasing alternative methods of earning credit. 5. Provide instructional coaching to support the implementation of the customized

learning program. 6. Provide career exploration opportunities within the curriculum, at all levels. 7. Create college and career portfolios within the student interface. 8. Establish a Pasadena Virtual Academy to provide flexible choices ranging from

individual courses to full-time options for all secondary students.

August 2015

Strategy Six

August 2015

Strategy 6: We will promote an exemplary learning environment through the utilization of ancillary service departments that integrate established and innovative practices, standards, and systems.

Result 1: Utilizing technological resources, streamline ancillary support services to maximize day to day functions at all district facilities.

Action Steps:

1. Create a committee to evaluate and recommend software products for supervising staff in the field.

2. Create an efficient work order system that allows for more effective management of work orders and feedback.

3. Provide appropriate personnel in support services with individual technology products to facilitate operations, maintain work orders, service records, and other services as needed.

4. Purchase software to track repair history of equipment to flag for replacement. 5. Utilize software (personal video conferencing) to assist in problem solving in the

field. 6. Equip PISD vehicles with GPS/Geolocation hardware and software. 7. Implement student location software system.

August 2015


Result 2: Maximize efficiency, service levels, and effectiveness of district operations and business processes.

Action Steps:

1. Create a support services cabinet comprised of leadership from ancillary support service departments to meet.

2. Each department will evaluate current practices, duties, and responsibilities in order to assess needs and make necessary adjustments to department responsibilities and personnel.

3. Create a flexible schedule for individual campus beginning and end times to assist bus routes.

4. Develop quality assurance standards and conduct regular quality assurance reviews.

5. Increase the number of support services staff to adequately support the growth of PISD.

6. Increase custodial staff to reflect industry standards. 7. Systematically upgrade technology systems for the support services departments. 8. Consult outside sources to audit support service departments for cost savings

and efficiency. 9. Create a district committee to review customer service performance feedback

systems, and develop an electronic system that captures PISD customer service and performance feedback data which will be regularly reviewed by supervisors.

August 2015

Strategy 6: We will promote an exemplary learning environment through the utilization of

ancillary service departments that integrate established and innovative practices, standards, and systems.

Result 3: Provide modern ancillary support service centers with updated equipment, and needed space, to effectively and efficiently serve Pasadena ISD.

Action Steps:

1. Analyze the facility needs of the service departments and research modern service center designs.

2. Construct a new facility for Transportation with updated equipment; including a training center/safety meeting room.

3. Construct a new facility for Warehouse/Buildings & Grounds with needed space and adequate equipment.

4. Construct a new facility for Maintenance with needed space and adequate equipment.

5. Investigate the savings potential of a district wide energy management program. 6. Acquire, retrofit, and maintain a diverse fleet of environmentally friendly, fuel

efficient vehicles.

August 2015


Result 4: Systematically upgrade and maintain PISD campuses, facilities, and equipment to

provide every student a safe and efficient learning environment. Action Steps:

1. Assess the campus, facility, and equipment needs of the district. 2. Develop an HVAC replacement schedule and budget. 3. Develop a roof replacement schedule and budget. 4. Develop a plumbing replacement schedule and budget. 5. Develop an electrical replacement schedule and budget. 6. Develop a building controls replacement schedule and budget. 7. Develop a kitchen equipment replacement schedule and budget. 8. Develop a kitchen equipment preventive maintenance schedule and budget. 9. Utilize efficient LED lighting in all parking lots. 10. Monitor the return on investment for interior LED uses. 11. Place all portable buildings on the district standard building controls system. 12. Develop an equipment replacement schedule and budget. 13. Develop a flooring replacement schedule and budget. 14. Develop a painting schedule and budget. 15. Diagnose campus electrical power usage needs for kitchens, technology, outlets,

etc. 16. Develop a maintenance and replacement schedule for new and existing

transportation equipment.

August 2015


Result 5: Increase community and district awareness of ancillary support services.

Action Steps:

1. Create a marketing plan to showcase all support service departments. 2. Establish parent orientation for transportation department. 3. Install digital menu boards in all campus cafeterias to highlight nutrition

education/wellness activities. 4. Create a marketing plan to showcase community/nutrition involvement through

yearly surveys. 5. Implement product testing with students. 6. Provide nutrition education through classroom instructional opportunities

including school gardens. 7. Increase participation at community meetings and campus/ district health fairs. 8. Implement a local produce farm-to-school initiative. 9. Provide mobile food services to high poverty locations during summer months. 10. Install link to Child Nutrition web page on every district and school web page. 11. Evaluate food services personnel to adequately sustain marketing awareness

goals.

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