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Driving Continuous Improvement in the Classroom through a Classroom Learning
Community FrameworkTools for 21st century learning &
leadership!
Mr. Todd Jefferson & Mrs. Mandy Ellis
Dunlap School District, Dunlap, Illinois
@mandyeellis
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•Identify the 8 components of the Continuous Improvement Classroom
•Provide a foundation and examples to instill a positive and collaborate classroom environment
•Establish a classroom environment in which students are empowered to celebrate their success and identify where improvement needs to be made
Presentation Objectives
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http://www.dunlapcusd.net
Dunlap District 323
• K-12 Large Unit District
• Total Enrollment: 4,080
•527 Employees
•18 Administrators
• Serving an estimated 12,500
residents
• 62 Square Miles
• 8 Schools
Teamwork, Collaboration &
Shared Leadership; the pillars of successful organizations
Point A- “The Current State”Point B- “The Desired
State”
•Plan on a Page!
The Road- A Continuous Improvement Journey
District
Strategic
Plan“The focus is
on achieve a shared
vision, and all understand
their role in achieving the
vision”
Plan-on-a-PageBoardroom to the Classroom
DUNLAP HIGH SCHOOL STRATEGIC PLAN 2010-2015
MISSION
The Dunlap High School Community will enrich the progress of all learners to meet the challenges of the 21st Century.
VISION
Dunlap students will continuously excel in a global society by being: Self-motivated learners Critical thinkers Effective communicators Skilled collaborators Responsible and culturally aware citizens Technologically capable creators
VALUES & BELIEFS
We believe that: While all children can learn, they learn at different rates and in different ways. High expectations and an engaging, innovative, technological learning environment are
critical to the learning success of all students. Students must take responsibility for their own learning and achievement. Effective collaboration requires trust, mutual respect, open, and honest
communication. District policies are necessary to ensure equitable and consistent implementation of
expectations. Goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound. Continual stakeholder feedback guides improvement.
GOALS
Goal 1: To continuously improve student growth and achievement Goal 2: To maintain a professional, productive environment for Dunlap High School Goal 3: To ensure a productive partnership with families and the community
DUNLAP VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL STRATEGIC PLAN 2010-2015
MISSION
The Dunlap Valley Middle School community will continue the process of educating and developing diverse 21st century learners.
VISION
Dunlap students will continuously excel in a global society by being: Self-motivated learners Critical thinkers Effective communicators Skilled collaborators Responsible and culturally aware citizens Technologically capable creators
VALUES & BELIEFS
We believe that: While all children can learn, they learn at different rates and in different ways. High expectations and an engaging, innovative, technological learning environment are
critical to the learning success of all students. Students must take responsibility for their own learning and achievement. Effective collaboration requires trust, mutual respect, open, and honest
communication. District policies are necessary to ensure equitable and consistent implementation of
expectations. Goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound. Continual stakeholder feedback guides improvement.
GOALS
Goal 1: Students at Dunlap Valley Middle School will compile a writing portfolio exhibiting improvement toward a proficient writing sample from each class by May 1st. Proficiency will be determined by a content appropriate rubric.
Goal 2: Using benchmark data, all Dunlap Valley Middle School students will receive goal-directed reading/math interventions during SLC within the 2010-2011 school year.
DUNLAP MIDDLE SCHOOL
2010-2011
MISSION The D.M.S. community will create an atmosphere of academic and social growth through collaboration, support and communication while promoting responsible citizenship, intellectual development and individual success.
VISION
Dunlap students will continuously excel in a global society by being: Self-motivated learners Critical thinkers Effective communicators Skilled collaborators Responsible and culturally aware citizens Technologically capable creators
VALUES & BELIEFS
We believe that: While all children can learn, they learn at different rates and in different ways. High expectations and an engaging, innovative, technological learning environment are
critical to the learning success of all students. Students must take responsibility for their own learning and achievement. Effective collaboration requires trust, mutual respect, open, and honest communication. District policies are necessary to ensure equitable and consistent implementation of
expectations. Goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound. Continual stakeholder feedback guides improvement.
GOALS
100% of the middle school students at DMS will participate in a service learning activity by the conclusion of the 2010-2011 school year.
100% of the ISAT assessed students at DMS will complete one formal written assessment with a success rate of 85% by the conclusion of the third term of the 2010-2011 school year.
DUNLAP GRADE SCHOOL 2011-2012
“Excellence for All”
MISSION
The Dunlap Grade School community will promote active engagement of all members to ensure that students have the skills to succeed in the 21st century.
VISION
Dunlap students will continuously excel in a global society by being: Self-motivated learners Critical thinkers Effective communicators Skilled collaborators Responsible and culturally aware citizens Technologically capable creators
VALUES & BELIEFS
We believe that: While all children can learn, they learn at different rates and in different ways. High expectations and an engaging, innovative, technological learning environment are critical
to the learning success of all students. Students must take responsibility for their own learning and achievement. Effective collaboration requires trust, mutual respect, open, and honest communication. District policies are necessary to ensure equitable and consistent implementation of
expectations. Goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound. Continual stakeholder feedback guides improvement.
GOALS
DGS will improve written language skills to 80% of students meeting or exceeding the national benchmark by spring 2012, as measured by the AIMS Web Correct Writing Sequence assessment.
DGS will develop a satisfying school learning environment by implementing a school-wide behavior management plan to decrease disruptive behavior, as measured by a reduced number of reported incidences.
MISSION
Build a foundation that empowers diverse learners in their journey to
become successful 21st Century citizens. VISION Dunlap students will continuously excel in a global society by being:
Self-motivated learners Critical thinkers Effective communicators Skilled collaborators Responsible and culturally aware citizens Technologically capable creators
VALUES & BELIEFS We believe that:
While all children can learn, they learn at different rates and in different ways. High expectations and an engaging, innovative, technological learning environment are critical to the
learning success of all students. Students must take responsibility for their own learning and achievement. Effective collaboration requires trust, mutual respect, open, and honest communication. District policies are necessary to ensure equitable and consistent implementation of expectations. Goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound. Continual stakeholder feedback guides improvement. We believe that students should be taught self-discipline in a safe and positive learning environment.
GOALS AND INDICATORS
Goals Math: By May 2012, 100% of Wilder-Waite students will achieve an 80% or higher on the end-of-the-year math assessment. Reading: 100% of Wilder-Waite students will achieve grade level target scores on each reading theme test. Writing: By May 2012, 100% of Wilder-Waite teachers will implement the district writing curriculum as measured by classroom walkthroughs and self-assessment.
Banner’s Pledge for Excellence
Mission
Engaging all learners to prepare them for the 21st Century.
Vision
Dunlap students will continuously excel in a global society by being: Self-motivated learners Critical thinkers Effective communicators Skilled collaborators Responsible and culturally aware citizens Technologically capable creators
Values and Beliefs
We believe that: While all children can learn, they learn at different rates and in different ways. High expectations and an engaging, innovative, technological learning environment are
critical to the learning success of all students. Students must take responsibility for their own learning and achievement. Effective collaboration requires trust, mutual respect, open, and honest communication. District policies are necessary to ensure equitable and consistent implementation of
expectations. Goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound. Continual stakeholder feedback guides improvement.
School Goals
GOAL 1: By the end of the 2011-2012 school year, 90% of Banner students will meet/exceed targets on the grade level reading comprehension assessments as measured by CARS.
GOAL 2: By the end of the 2011-2012 school year, 100% of Banner students will achieve at least 85% on the end-of-the-year math assessment.
GOAL 3: By the end of the 2011-2012 school year, 95% of our students will remain on green in their respective classrooms.
RIDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STRATEGIC PLAN
2010-2015
MISSION
The Ridgeview community develops lifelong learners through dedication, hard work and perseverance.
VISION Dunlap students will continuously excel in a global society by being:
Self-motivated learners Critical thinkers Effective communicators Skilled collaborators Responsible and culturally aware citizens Technologically capable creators
VALUES & BELIEFS We believe that:
While all children can learn, they learn at different rates and in different ways. High expectations and an engaging, innovative, technological learning environment
are critical to the learning success of all students. Students must take responsibility for their own learning and achievement. Effective collaboration requires trust, mutual respect, open, and honest
communication. District policies are necessary to ensure equitable and consistent implementation of
expectations. Goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound. Continual stakeholder feedback guides improvement.
GOALS
Goal 1: By the end of each school year, the number of students performing
average or above on AIMSweb fluency with increase. Goal 2: By the end of each school year, all students will improve writing skills as
measured by our school wide writing rubric. Goal 3: By the end of each school year, the number of students who have
maintained all building/classroom expectations as measured by the classroom behavior system will increase.
I cannot possibly do one more thing!
2009-10
2010-11
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
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Dunlap School DistrictDistrict Leadership Team
School BuildingBuilding Leadership Team
Professional Learning Community
ClassroomClassroom Learning Community
StudentIndividual Data Folder and Smart Goals
1 District
8 Schools
200 Classrooms
4,000 Students
Random Acts of Improvement
Goals & Measures
Aim of theOrganizatio
n
Aligned Acts of Improvement
“Everybody knows where they are going and why”
Aim of theOrganization
Goals & Measures
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Building Leadership Team
Grade Level Teams
Content Area Specialists
PLC
Representatives from each PLC including
grade level and specialized teachers
BLT
Representatives from each building BLT,
administration, and parent /teacher organizations
DLT
Determines communicates, and monitors Classroom or Grade Level goals and
Plan on a Page
Determines communicates, and monitors Building
goals and Plan on a Page
Determines, communicates, and
monitors district goals and Plan on a
Page
A team with an intentional focus on
learning which
results in continuous school
improvement
What is a Professional Learning Community?
The 4 Key PLC Questions
1. What do we want each students to know or be able to do?
2. How will we know they have learned?
3. How do we respond when students don’t learn or struggle?
4. How do we respond to those who have already learned?
Professional Learning Communities
Shared values and vision
Collaborative Culture
Focus on outcomes
Supportive and Shared Leadership
Professional Practice
Job embedded opportunities for
collaboration
ACT
PLANSTUDY
DO
Plan Continuous
Improvement
Define the System
Standardize Improvement
Study the Results
Assess Current Situation
Try Out Improvement
Theory
Analyze Causes
What do we want students to know?
How do we respond if they don’t?
HOW do we know if they have learned it?
What evidence do we have of the learning?
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“No one escapes
continuous improvement!”
Systematic Alignment
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Schoolmissio
n
Classmissio
n
Student
mission
Systematic Alignment
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SchoolGoals
ClassGoals
Student
Goals
I will get better at reading by October 2012. I will know this because I will score a 90% or higher on each of my reading theme tests.
Plan-on-a-Page
Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
Old School Ground Rules
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Classroom Ground Rules Builds a climate of trust Creates an atmosphere for
open communication Opportunity for individual
ownership and responsibility
Reduces potential discipline problems
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Establishing Ground Rules
Students quietly brainstorm on a post-it note. (Allow 2-4 minutes for this activity)
– General rule of thumb: 1 rule per post-it note
For younger students, doing the activity together may be required.
Classroom Ground Rules
After students have brainstormed individually, in groups the students share their personal rules. The group places similar rules into categories. This is referred to an affinity diagram.
As a class, the groups places their rules together, again placing similar rules with one another. Categories are then created for the rules.
Discussion over proposed rules occurs and any changes are made.
Classroom Ground Rules
Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
SMART Goals SMART is an acronym for:
SpecificMeasurableAttainableRealisticTime-Bound
SMART goals define the ‘desired’ state and a provide basis for how the measurement of success will occur.
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Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
Components of a Data Center
District Plan on a Page School Building Plan on a Page Quality Kid/Quality Teacher Ground Rules Mission Statements SMART Goals Graphs that track SMART Goals
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School-Wide Data Center
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Classroom Data Center
District Plan-on-a
Page
School Plan-on-a
Page
Classroom Plan-on-a
PageClassroom
SMART Goals monitored on a
frequent and ongoing basis
aligned to building goals
Classroom Ground Rules
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Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
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“Keeping track of my goals shows where I am and where I need to go. I like to see how I am improving.”
-3rd Grade Dunlap Student
Data folders are a ‘tool’ utilized by the students of a Continuous Improvement classroom.
Data folders allow students and teachers an avenue to track student progress. Students set individual goals that often correspond to the classroom SMART goal.
Data Folders will also include ‘I Can’ Statements for Standards Based Report Cards
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Progress Monitor Report
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Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
Increase in parent involvement Opens up communication All teachers involved in the conferences High Accountability Learning atmosphere Opportunity to see work in progress Motivates students Practice Communication and
Presentation Skills Goal Setting Process Student Centered 57
Student Led Conferences
Introductions Review of Data Binder Review of Class Goals/Data Center Review of Behavior Reflection Goal Setting Parent Input Teacher Input Conference Reflection 58
Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
Classroom Meetings
•Self-Motivated Learners•Critical Thinkers•Effective Communicators•Skilled Collaborators•Responsible and Culturally Aware Citizens
Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
Class Meetings
Students realize the classroom is as much theirs as it is the teachers.
Empowers students to become collaborative and problem solvers.
Promote personal growth and leadership skills.
Classroom Meetings
Held weekly, usually around 20 minutes in length Review mission statement and discuss progress of
accomplishment Share successes from the previous week (SMART goal
progress, individual achievement towards personal SMART goals)
Share plus/delta or other feedback quality tool Begin with teacher leading meeting and transferring
‘power’ to the students Will be used this year as a ‘vehicle’ for the
Social-Emotional Curriculum
Ground Rules created by Students
Classroom Mission
Statement
Classroom & Student SMART
Goals
Quality Tools & PDSA used
regularly
Dunlap Grade School Classroom Learning
CommunitiesClassroom Data
Center
Classroom Meetings
Facilitated by Students
Student-led Conferences
Student Data Folders
Quality Tools
The “Sweet Spot” of Continuous Improvement!
PLC CLC
Team Norms
Ground Rules
SMART Goals
SMART Goals
Data Focused
Data Focused
Collaboration Collaboration
PLC Meeting Class MeetingQuality Tools/PDSA Quality Tools/PDSA
Aligned to Plan Aligned to PlanResearch
BasedResearch BasedTeacher
EmpowermentStudent Empowerment
BuildingLeadership
Teams!
Systems AlignmentDistrict Plan on Page Goals
School Improvement Plan Goals
PLC SMART Goal
(aligned to SIP goals)
PDSA to Drive Improvements
Classroom Data Center SMART Goals and Student SMART goals in data folders
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Stakeholder Feedback is Essential
Transparent Communication with Stakeholders
www.dunlapcusd.net/dgswww.facebook.com/dunlapgrade
www.dunlapgradeschool.edublogs.org
www.constantcontact.com
Driving / Restraining Forces
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Driving Continuous Improvement in the Classroom through a Classroom Learning
Community FrameworkTools for 21st century learning &
leadership!
Mr. Todd Jefferson & Mrs. Mandy Ellis
Dunlap School District, Dunlap, Illinois