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Marlin Independent School District
District Improvement Plan
2015‐2016
THE STATE OF TEXAS PUBLIC EDUCATION MISSION AND ACADEMIC GOALS
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The mission of the public education system of this state is to ensure that all Texas children have access to a quality education that enables them to achieve their potential and fully participate now and the future in the social, economic, and education opportunities of our state and nation. That mission is grounded on the conviction that a general diffusion of knowledge is essential for the welfare of this state and for the preservation of the liberties and rights of citizens. It is further grounded on the conviction that a successful public education system is directly related to a strong, dedicated, and supportive family; and that parental involvement in the school is essential for the maximum educational achievement of a child.
THE STATE OF TEXAS PUBLIC EDUCATION GOALS
GOAL #1: The student in the public education system will demonstrate exemplary performance in the reading and writing of the English language.
GOAL #2: The students in the public education system will demonstrate exemplary performance in the understanding of mathematics.GOAL #3: The students in the public education system will demonstrate exemplary performance in the understanding of science.GOAL #4: The students in the public education system will demonstrate exemplary performance in the understanding of social studies.
THE STATE OF TEXAS PUBLIC EDUCATION OBJECTIVES
Objective #1: Parents will be full partners with educators in the education of their children.Objective #2: Students will be encouraged and challenged to meet their full educational potential.Objective #3: Through enhanced dropout prevention efforts, all students will remain in school until they obtain a high school diploma.Objective #4: A well‐balanced and appropriate curriculum will be provided to all students.Objective #5: Educators will prepare students to be thoughtful, active citizens who have an appreciation for the basic values of our state and
national heritage and who can understand and productively function in a free enterprise society.Objective #6: Qualified and highly effective personnel will be recruited, developed, and retained.Objective #7: The state’s students will demonstrate exemplary performance in the comparison to national and international standards.Objective #8: School campuses will maintain a safe and disciplined environment conducive to student learning.Objective #9: Educators will keep abreast of the development of creative and innovative techniques as appropriate to improve student learning.Objective #10: Technology will be implemented and used to increase the effectiveness of student learning, instructional management, staff
development, and administration.
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No Child Left Behind Goals
Objective #1: By 2015‐2014, all students will reach high standards, at a minimum attaining proficiency or better in reading/language arts and mathematics.
Objective #2: All limited English proficient students will become proficient in English and reach high academic standards, at a minimum attaining proficiency or better in reading/language arts and mathematics.
Objective #3: By 2005‐2006, all students will be taught by “highly qualified” teachers.Objective #4: All students will be educated in learning environments that are safe, drug‐free, and conducive to learning.Objective #5: All students will graduate from high school.
Marlin ISD Mission
The mission of the Marlin Independent School district as a harmonious, culturally diverse educational organization, which values knowledge as key to success, shall be to create a dynamic learning environment which produces lifelong learners that are productive citizens who ethically and intellectually contribute to the betterment of society.
Marlin ISD Statement of Beliefs
We believe that… Learning requires effort on the part of the student Discipline is essential to creating a productive learning environment Each student’s learning is equally important A school system that successfully educates its students can have a positive impact on the community Each educator is responsible for maintaining professional growth Our schools should foster the development of positive self‐esteem combined with honest self‐examination and constructive criticism A student is the product of his/her total environment Innovative ideas should be used in the process of education Every student should be challenged to be educated to the best of his/her ability
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Students should have a learning environment which is clean, safe (physically and emotionally), respectful, orderly, and decent (ie. language, dress)
We believe that quality education (ie. Buildings, teachers, programs, etc.) is worth paying for The entire community should work cooperatively to improve morale and foster Espirit de Corps (unity of purpose, effort, and spirit) Education should enhance future employability The principle of accountability is mandatory Education should include ethical training Education should teach students how to reason and process information critically Administrator visibility is important to the education process.
Marlin ISD Goals
Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools. Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn.
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Table of Contents
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and End‐Of‐Course assessments. Objective 1A: Response to Intervention pg. 14 Objective 1B: Effective inclusion program pg. 17 Objective 1C: Fundamental Five effective research‐based practices pg. 21 Objective 1D: Implement TEKS Resource System pg. 23 Objective 1E: STAAR performance, dropout and completion rate and underlying factors that contribute to failure to earn a high school diploma pg. 24 Objective 1F: Bilingual education and English as a Second Language Programs pg. 28 Objective 1G: Special Education requirements pg. 30 Objective 1H: Instructional Technology pg. 33 Objective 1I: Instructional support through coaching, modeling and walkthroughs pg. 34 Objective 1J: Intensive and ongoing professional development pg. 36 Objective 1K: Teacher recruitment, moral and retention pg. 40 Objective 1L: Hiring procedures for Highly Qualified pg. 42 Objective 1M: Expand CTE offerings pg. 44 Objective 1N: Gifted and Talented review and improvement plan pg. 45
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools. Objective 2A: Parent meetings and workshops pg. 47 Objective 2B: Schedule ongoing parent conferences pg. 48 Objective 2C: District website opportunities for community sponsorship pg. 49 Objective 2D: Community volunteer programs and sponsorships pg. 50 Objective 2E: Parent/Teacher/Student Organization pg. 51 Objective 2F: Site‐Based Decision Making Committees pg. 52 Objective 2G: Parent communication systems pg. 53 Objective 2H: Board of Trustees review of district vision, mission and goals pg. 54 Objective 2I: Collaboration on Head Start and early childhood agencies pg. 56
Goal 3: Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn. Objective 3A: Safety drills on campuses pg. 57 Objective 3B: Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports and student discipline pg. 58 Objective 3C: Campus visitor procedures pg. 60 Objective 3D: Facility inspections and Health Code compliance pg. 61 Objective 3E: Written procedures for student safety in extracurricular activities pg. 62 Objective 3F: Budgetary monitoring pg. 63 Objective 3G: Effective systems for student absenteeism, tardies and compulsory attendance enforcement pg. 64
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COMPREHENSIVE NEEDS ASSESSMENT SUMMARY SCHOOL YEAR: 20152016 TITLE I SCHOOLWIDE COMPONENT #1
Data Sources Reviewed: Student enrollment history since 2001; ethnicity trends; enrollment patterns for the last 3 years; special programs enrollment and
exit information; at‐risk lists; student demographics; student‐teacher ratios State assessment, TAPR, and System Safeguard data; completion and dropout data; promotion and retention data Teacher surveys; parent interviews; staff input Recruiting records; staff certifications; surveys; interviews with human resources staff and campus administrators TEKS Resource System usage logs, teacher interviews about TEKS Resource System; benchmark data; state assessment data; lesson
plans; teacher and administrator input related to use and impact of interventions Sign‐in sheets; comparison of sign In sheets and student achievement data; participation records for SBDM and other meetings;
home language surveys Master schedules; student schedules; duty rosters; after school program rosters and evaluations; communication logs, formal and
informal Technology equipment inventories; teacher surveys; discussions with technology department staff; walkthrough observations;
professional development needs assessment resultsArea Reviewed Summary of Strengths
What were the identified strengths?
Summary of NeedsWhat were the identified needs?
PrioritiesWhat are the priorities for the district, including how federal and state program funds will be used?
Demographics ‐stable populations with only one campus per grade span;‐students who exit from SE speech services and ESL services do well‐low migrant student population‐buildings and teaching staff are adequate to maintain reasonable class sizes and meet class size requirements.‐ELL enrollment is increasing;
‐declining enrollment‐special education enrollment remains excessive‐ need to better address the needs of at‐risk students in the district‐the adequate ratios of students to teacher do not result in appropriate student achievement levels.
‐ Continue implementing processes to address the over‐identification of students in special education through effective general education interventions designed to meet the needs of students through general education programs.
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continue to make arrangements to serve their needs.
Student Achievement ‐The district has a process for disaggregating data from state and district assessments.‐The district utilized common assessments to track progress.‐All tested areas have shown growth but not at a level that would keep up with rising state standards.‐Continue to develop the comprehensive instructional professional development to assist teachers in providing classroom instruction aligned to state standards and the rigor of STAAR.
‐Results from district benchmark assessments need to continue to be used for data analysis.‐The district has been trained and will continue to implement Response to Intervention process to address student needs. ‐Current interventions are not yet adequate to meet the academic needs of students.‐Administrators do not adequately utilize walkthrough and PDAS information to address instructional concerns.
‐The District needs to continue to implement the current strong, focused RtI program to address the learning of students.‐District administrators need continued training in the utilization of walkthrough information and appraisal information to improve classroom instruction.
School Culture and Climate
‐Facilities are in good shape.‐Nucleus of teachers/staff is strong.‐Campuses are safe.‐Teachers and students work well together.
‐ Discipline and bullying needs to be addressed in all incidents.‐There is a need for quality administrative staff.‐ There is a lack of parental support.‐ Expectations are not high enough.‐ Discipline has improved, but still problematic.‐ Community problems sometimes seem overpowering.‐There has been a lack of stability within the district.
‐ Continue to provide needed workshop intervention for behavioral/classroom management.‐Build systematic discipline procedures with teacher input.‐Foster teambuilding among district and campus staff.‐Increase effective/open communication at campus and district level.‐Increase the number of district/community programs not tied to athletics.
Staff Quality/ ‐All teachers and instructional aides ‐29% of current teachers are ‐The district needs a process for interviewing
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Professional Development
meet highly qualified requirements.‐The district has an active recruitment program utilizing job fairs and web‐based tools.‐ Professional development strongly tied to classroom instruction. ‐ District implementation of five fundamental classroom instructional strategies for all areas.‐District continued involvement with the No Excuses University framework
alternative certified or enrolled in alternative certifications programs.‐ Continue to incorporate cultural awareness and the link to student achievement training yearly.‐Staff turnover rate is too high; seems to correlate with the percentage of alternative cert. teachers.‐District has traditionally waited until late summer to hire new staff.‐PDAS and walkthroughs are not used effectively to improve classroom instruction.
and hiring staff as early as possible for the next school year.‐ Continued training to administrators in the effective use of the PDAS process to identify and intervene with teachers who are not effective instructionally.‐The district needs to ensure that new teachers have a strong mentor program to assist them with the challenge of first year teaching.‐ The district needs to continue the aligned and focused professional development plan that is designed to result in improved instruction and student achievement at all levels.
Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment
‐The District utilizes the TEKS Resource System curriculum.‐A six week assessment process is in place.
‐TEKS Resource System was not used with fidelity in all district classrooms in all content areas.‐Common assessment results were not effectively used to make instructional decisions.‐Large gaps exist between perceptions of instructional effectiveness and assessment results.‐The majority of teachers have not provided differentiated instruction to students based on their learning needs.‐Interventions utilized with students have not been effective.‐Teacher conversations about common assessment results did not include self‐reflection regarding instruction.
‐District teachers need consistent and focused professional development designed to provide instructional strategies and knowledge that will positively impact student achievement and that are aligned with the rigor that will be tested through STAAR.‐District teachers need continuous training in the utilization of TEKS Resource System as the non‐negotiable curriculum for the district so that it is utilized with fidelity.‐ Common assessment processes need to be reviewed to ensure that results are accurate and are used to drive instruction and interventions.
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Family and Community Involvement
‐District and campuses have site‐based decision‐making committees.‐Parents of students who are doing well academically seem to be engaged with the schools.‐Notices and information are provided in English and Spanish.‐Community businesses donate school supplies for students in the schools and willingly volunteer time to work with the campus.
‐Participation by parents and community is not as high as we would like.‐There is a need for increased parental engagement with parents of students who are struggling academically.‐There are currently limited ways to meet student needs through the general education curriculum and programs.‐Community perceptions of the schools need to improve.
‐The district needs to engage parents and community members in more meaningful involvement in the schools.‐The District needs to continue to provide parents with information on ways to support their children in school, on the new STAAR assessment, and the need for higher expectations for all students.
School Context and Organization
‐Student attendance at middle and high school campuses is good.‐All staff members have a voice in decision‐making.‐ TEKS Resource System curriculum is in place.
‐Tardies continue to be an issue at all campuses.‐There is not enough active involvement of parents, businesses, and community with the schools.‐Teachers need a better understanding of the TEKS Resource System curriculum and its ties to appropriate instruction.
‐There is a need for more involvement and communication from and with parents, business and community members.‐There is a need for continued emphasis on the effective use of TEKS Resource System for all staff.‐Staff members need a better understanding of the educational process and the need for extremely high expectations for students and staff in order to ensure improved student achievement.
Technology ‐Marlin ISD has a comprehensive network with internet access at all district facilities.‐All teachers in the district have a desktop PC/laptop available to them.‐Core content teachers have full access to LCD projectors and interactive white boards in their
‐Coaching and follow‐up in the classroom is necessary after professional development sessions.‐Additional professional development sessions are needed that are tailored to both content and the use of technology.
‐ Continuous professional development is needed to help teachers understand how to use technology within their specific content areas; how to find appropriate online resources for their content area; how to help students better utilize technology within their content area.
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classrooms.‐Professional development will continue to be provided in the use of technology.‐Many teachers see technology as a useful instructional tool.
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Title I, Part A
School wide Components:
1. A comprehensive needs assessment of the entire school(including taking into account the needs of migratory children as defined in section 1309(2)) that is based on information which includes the achievement of children in relation to the State academic content standards and the State student academic achievement standards described in section 1111(b)(1).
2. School wide reform strategies that provide opportunities for all children to meet the State’s proficient and advanced levels of student academic achievement, use effective methods and instructional strategies that are based on scientifically based research, and that include strategies to address the needs of all children in the school, but particularly the needs of low‐achieving children and those at risk of not meeting the State student academic achievement standards who are members of the target population of any program that is included in the school wide program.
3. Instruction by highly qualified teachers.4. In accordance with section 1119 and subsection (a)(4), high‐quality and ongoing professional development for teachers, principals, and
paraprofessionals and, if appropriate, pupil services personnel, parents, and other staff to enable all children in the school to meet the State’s student academic achievement standards.
5. Strategies to attract high‐quality teachers to high‐need schools.6. Strategies to increase parental involvement in accordance with section 1118, such as family literary services.7. Plans for assisting preschool children in the transition from early childhood programs, such as Head Start, Even Start, Early Reading First,
or a State‐run preschool program, to local elementary school programs.8. Measures to include teachers in the decisions regarding the use of academic assessments described in section 1111(b)(3) in order to
provide information on, and to improve, the achievement of individual students and the overall instructional program.9. Activities to ensure that students who experience difficulty mastering the proficient or advanced levels of academic achievement
standards required by section 1111(b) (1) shall be provided with effective, timely additional assistance which shall include measures to ensure that student difficulties are identified on a timely basis and to provide sufficient information on which to base effective assistance.
10. Coordination and integration of Federal, State, and local services and programs, including programs supported under this Act, violence prevention programs, nutrition programs, housing programs, Head Start, adult education, vocational and technical education, and job training.
State Compensatory Education: In Marlin ISD, State Compensatory Education funds are utilized to support Title 1 School wide Initiatives.
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State of Texas Student AtRisk Eligibility Criteria:
A student under 12 years of age and who:
1. Is in prekindergarten—grade 3 and did not perform satisfactorily on a readiness test/assessment given during the current school year.
2. Is in grades 7‐12 and did not maintain a 70 average in two or more subjects in the foundation curriculum during a semester in the preceding or current school year OR is not maintaining a 70 average in two or more foundation subjects in the current semester.
3. Was not advanced from one grade to the next for one or more school years.4. Did not perform satisfactorily on a state assessment instrument, and has not in the previous or current school
year performed on that instrument or another appropriate instrument at a level equal to at least 110 percent of the level of satisfactory performance on that instrument.
5. Is pregnant or a parent.6. Has been placed in a DAEP during the preceding or current school year.7. Has been expelled during the preceding or current school year.8. Is currently on parole, probation, deferred prosecution, or other conditional release.9. Was previously reported through PEIMS to have dropped out of school.10. Is a student of limited English proficiency.11. Is in the custody or care of DPRS or has, during the current school year, bee referred to DPRS.12. Is homeless.13. Resided in the preceding school year or resides in the current school year in a residential placement facility in
the district, including a detention facility, substance abuse treatment facility, emergency shelter, psychiatric hospital, halfway house, or foster group home.
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Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 A: Implement Response to Intervention to meet the learning needs of students through general education.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
Implementation Evidence of Impact Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Continue training to RtI core team members and all staff in effective RtI and district‐wide processes.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, Director of Special Ed
Reg. 12; Federal Funds
August 2015 through 2016
Teacher documentation of Tier I instruction, RtI committee meetings, instructional intervention
Students receive effective and appropriate interventions at the appropriate tier
Improved performance on common assessments, report card grades; state assessments
4, 9
2. Continue to implement and evaluate a systemic RtI program that includes universal screeners, targeted intervention strategies and progress monitoring.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI#17
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, Director of Special Ed, Principals
Renaissance Learning RtI System; Interventionists Federal Funds
August 2015 through 2016
Beginning of year universal screener administered in September 2015; calendar established for MOY and EOY screenings
Students receive effective and appropriate interventions at the appropriate tier(s).
Improved performance on common assessments, report card grades; state assessments
9
3. Analyze the existing operational guidelines and timelines for successful RtI implementation at all campuses, including documentation forms, timelines, and procedural flowcharts. Standardize district‐wide processes and implement with fidelity.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI#17
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, Director of Special Ed, Principals
Training documents, Region 12 staff
August 2015 through 2016
Campuses access and utilize RtI forms with fidelity to determine appropriate interventions and track student progress.
Student interventions are effective and lead to increased academic achievement/ improved behavior
Improved performance on common assessments, report card grades; state assessments
9
4. Continue to evaluate and Director of Region 12, August 2015 Interventions are Increased Improved 9
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expand the intervention opportunities at all campuses and monitor that interventions are data driven and customized to address the needs of individual.
PVI#17
Teaching and Learning, Campus Administrators
various training materials
through 2016 based on student specific data
achievement of struggling learners in the areas of mathematics and reading
performance on common assessments, report card grades, and state assessments.
5. Continually train instructional staff in Eduphoria to provide timely analysis of student data, tracking student progress on state and local assessments, and student participation in RtI, B/ESL, dyslexia, Section 504, and CTE while viewing data of the students they serve.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI
Director of Teaching and Learning
Eduphoria Region 12 ESC
August 2015 through 2016
Administrators and teachers are proficient in using Eduphoria to access student progress information in a timely manner. All teachers are able to access data for the students they serve.
Teachers are able to intervene with students who are struggling in a timely manner to decrease learning gaps. Administrators, Sp Ed, CTE, and B/ESL teachers are viewing student data for instructional purposes.
Improved performance on common assessments, report card grades, and state assessments.
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6. Continue to fully implement and utilize Eduphoria, data walks, and other data sources to track student progress and make instructional decisions in a timely manner.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI#13
Administrators, Teachers
Eduphoria August 2015 through 2016
Eduphoria is utilized to access student achievement information as a source for effective instructional decisions.
Teachers are able to intervene with students who are struggling in a timely manner to avoid learning gaps.
Improved performance on common assessments, report card grades, state assessments.
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7. Provide summer extended learning opportunities for students at‐risk for school failure with particular attention to required SSI and IPI summer programming.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred
AdministratorsTeachers
Teachers, supplemental materials,Federal Funds
June through July 2015 and 2016
Students are provided extended learning time and additional interventions.
Teachers are able to intervene with students who are struggling in a timely manner to avoid learning gaps.
Improved performance on common assessments, report card grades, and state assessments.
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8. Monitor the number of Director of RTI forms August 2015 to Students are Teachers are able Improved 9
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referrals to special ed and the interventions that were used with the students who were referred to decrease over‐representation of students with disabilities in the district.
PVI#15, #28
Special Education, campus administrators, RTI Coordinator
2016 provided quality interventions resulting in fewer referrals to special education
to intervene with students who are struggling in a timely manner to avoid learning gaps
performance on common assessments, report card grades, and state assessments.
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 B: Implement an effective inclusion program designed to build the academic success of students with disabilities in the general education classroom.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Continue to provide training to all campus and district staff and implement inclusion best practices, accommodations, modifications, and the standards‐based IEP process.
Superintendent, Special Education Director, principals
Reg. 12 ESC; Federal Funds, Edivate
August 2015 through 2016
Inclusion teachers work effectively with general classroom teachers to meet
Students with disabilities perform well on classroom work, common assessments, and
Students with Disabilities perform as well on state assessments as general
2, 4
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NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE PVI the needs of students with disabilities
state assessments.
education students
2. Continue to provide follow‐up coaching and collaboration opportunities to all inclusion and general education teachers on effective co‐teaching in the general education classroom.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE PVI
Superintendent, Special Education Director
Reg. 12 ESC; Federal Funds, Edivate
August 2015 through 2015
Teacher planning documents reflect team planning between general classroom teacher and inclusion teacher
Students with disabilities perform well on classroom work, common assessments, and state assessments.
Students with Disabilities perform as well on state assessments as general education students
2, 4
3. Continue to monitor the academic progress of special ed students in resource and inclusion settings to determine if they are receiving appropriate differentiated strategies in the classroom.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE PVI#26, #27
Special Education Director, principals, AP’s
Eduphoria, teachers, ESC 12
August 2015 through 2015
Special education students receive appropriate interventions in the general education classroom with special education support
Students with disabilities perform well on classroom work, common assessments, and state assessments.
Students with Disabilities perform as well on state assessments as general education students
2,8
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Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 B: Implement an effective inclusion program designed to build the academic success of students with disabilities in the general education classroom.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
3. Continue to provide yearly training on ARD decision‐making with regard to state assessment decisions, allowable accommodations and justification for modifications to all staff.
SE PVI
Special Education Director
TEA assessment resourcesRegion 12TEA Staff
August 2015 through 2016
Assessment decision‐making is made according to state criteria.
Students with disabilities perform well on classroom work, common assessments, and state assessments.
Students with Disabilities perform as well on state assessments as general education students
2, 4, 8
4. Provide yearly training on Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) to all administrative staff members. Training includes: ARD facilitation, assessment decision‐making and ARD documentation.
PVI
Special Education Director, Principals
Region 12TEA staff
August 2015 through 2016
ARD decisions and documentation follow state criteria and all laws governing Special Education
Students will be in LRE, assessment decisions follow legal requirements
Increased achievement for students with disabilities, Report results of changes in LRE
2, 4, 8
5. Continue to implement the ARD input process, IEP receipt process, and IEP services documentation systems at all levels and revise as needed.
PVI
Special Education Director, Principals,Special Education Teachers
Region 12State documentsCurrent Annual ARD Timeline
August 2015 through 2016
All steps are being followed in the Initial and Annual ARD Timeline, IEPs aligned with state standards
ARD documents are prepared in a timely manner and of high quality
ARD documents follow the timeline, general education teachers have all documents for classroom implementation
2,8
6. Continue to develop and Special Education Region 12 August 2015 Transition Plan in Current review Conferences with 2,8
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implement customized transition services for all students with disabilities ages 14 and above.
PVI
Director, Principals,Special Education Teachers
State documentsCurrent Annual ARD Timeline
through 2016 student ARD documentation
and updating of plan
students, teachers, and parents
7. Develop operating procedures for the intake process for students who reside in residential facilities and for working collaboratively with the residential facilities.
PVI
Special Education Director
Region 12State documents
August 2015 through 2016
Guidelines for intake, contact logs
State guidelines and mandates followed.
Consistent review of plan, update as needed
2,10
8. Submit data for students with disabilities who reside in residential facilities as required in 19 TAC Section 97.1072.
PVI
Special Education Director
Region 12State documents
August 2015 through 2016
Data reported by state timeline twice a year
Compliance in reporting
Documentation of submissions
2,8,10
9. Continue to review the educational needs of students with disabilities through the ARD committee and evaluation process.
PVI
Special Education Director, Principals,Special Education Teachers
State/Federal guidelinesRegion 12
August 2015 through 2016
Instruction aligns with student needs.
Student progression in achievement
Report results of changes in LRE and Sp Ed dismissals to the agency on a quarterly basis.
2,8
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 C: Implement the Fundamental Five instructional processes in all classrooms to enhance student learning through effective, research‐based instructional practices.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
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1. Continue to implement Fundamental Five training with Lead Your School at all campuses for all professional staff.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI
Superintendent,Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, Director of Teaching and Learning
Lead Your School trainers; Federal Funds, Edivate
August 2015 through 2016
Sign in sheets document all professional staff attended training sessions; walkthroughs document teachers are implementing the F5 in classrooms
Student engagement level is higher and common assessment results are improved.
Student performance on STAAR is increased due to improved instruction in the classroom.
2, 4
2. Monitor implementation of the Fundamental Five through walkthroughs and PDAS observations.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI
Principals, AP’s, Director of Teaching and Learning
Staff time; iPads, Federal Funds
August 2015 through 2016
Walkthrough count, PDAS documentation; documentation of grade level meetings to discuss walkthrough findings
Student engagement level is higher and common assessment results are improved.
Student performance on STAAR is increased due to improved instruction in the classroom.
2, 4
3. Provide coaching and modeling to teachers to assist in the consistent implementation of Fundamental Five instructional strategies. These Fundamental Five instructional strategies include differentiated and sheltered instruction facets.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI
Principals, AP’s Staff time, Edivate
September 2015 through 2016
Walkthroughs indicate increased effective use of the Fundamental Five instructional strategies
Student engagement level is higher and common assessment results are improved.
Student performance on STAAR is increased due to improved instruction in the classroom.
2, 4
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Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 D: Implement TEKS Resource System consistently in all core content classrooms.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Continue training to ensure that all core content teachers district‐wide utilize TEKS Resource System components (Year‐at‐a Glance, Instructional Focus Documents, and Vertical Alignment Documents) consistently to ensure implementation of state standards.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI
Superintendent,Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, Director of Teaching and Learning, Principals, Assistant Principals
TEKS Resource System curriculum, Region. 12,
August 2015 through 2016
Lesson plans align with TEKS Resource System: YAG, IFD, and VAD documents
Students receive rigorous instruction on appropriate content as documented through lesson plans and walkthroughs
Students perform at high levels on common assessments and state assessments
2
2. Utilize curriculum documents for all classes that do not have TEKS Resource System curriculum
Principals, Assistant Principals,
TEKS, Campus Administrators
August 2012 through 2016
Teachers develop yearly scope and sequence in their
Lesson plans show use of these documents
Students receive quality instruction in the
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available to ensure that the state standards are addressed appropriately in these classes.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI
Teachers content area to guide instruction in the TEKS for each course.
TEKS for all classes
3. Conduct an analysis of lesson plans across the district and make revisions as necessary. Principals will collect and review lesson plans and provide feedback in a timely manner
PVI#5
Superintendent, Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction , Principals, Assistant Principals
TEKS Resource System Fundamental FiveRegion 12
May 2015 through 2016
Standardization of lesson plan templates based on campus
District‐wide processes of non‐negotiable implementation
Consistent accountability on each campus
2
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 E: Utilize data on STAAR performance, dropout and completion rates, to identify underlying factors that influence failure to earn a high school diploma.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Utilize yearly and longitudinal STAAR data, dropout and completion data, and at‐risk data to identify and analyze causal factors for students who are at risk of not successfully completing high school. Develop a comprehensive plan to decrease the district dropout rate.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE PVI#33, #34
Principals, Teachers
TAKS/STAAR reports, dropout and completion reports, at risk data, other assessment data
September 2015 through 2016
Meeting minutes, at‐risk lists
Campuses have identified students who will need PGPs to assist in monitoring interventions.
Students who are at risk of not completing high school are identified early and interventions are determined.
8
2. Develop Personal Graduation Plans for all third grade students
Principals, Teachers,
Eduphoria, PGP plans through
September 2015 through 2016
PGPs in place for all students
Campuses have identified
Students who are at risk of not
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and for all students above third grade who do not currently have a PGP in place.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE
Counselors Eduphoria, named in strategy
students who will need PGPs to assist in monitoring interventions.
completing high school are identified early and interventions are determined.
3. Monitor and update PGPs each semester to ensure that students are receiving needed services and are on track for high school graduation.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE PVI
Principals, Teachers, Counselors
Eduphoria, PGP plans
August 2015 through 2016
Notes reflecting updated status/needs are present on PGP forms
Campuses have identified students who will need PGPs to assist in monitoring interventions.
Students who are at risk of not completing high school are identified early and interventions are determined.
2, 8
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 E: Utilize data on STAAR performance, dropout and completion rates, to identify underlying factors that influence failure to earn a high school diploma.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
4. Monitor updates and continue training on PGP’s and Academic Achievement Records (AAR) to ensure that all information is complete and up to date, CTE coding is correct, and that students are meeting requirements for Foundation, Minimum, Recommended, and Distinguished Achievement graduations plans.
Accred PVI
MHS PrincipalMHS CounselorSuperintendent
TEA documents September 2015 through 2016
AARs and PGPs are up to date for the grade level in which each student is enrolled. Graduation plan is appropriate for credits earned.
Students graduate under the appropriate graduation plan. Impact of minimum plan is known by all concerned.
Students have AARs that are up to date and reflect state graduation requirements for their graduation plan.
2,8,9
5. Develop and implement SSI Principals, AP’s, Eduphoria, TEA May 2015 to AIP’s for all at Determination of Students will be 2,8
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procedures that include all mandated requirements, including but not limited to accelerated instruction plans, intensive program of instruction plans, and appropriate use of Grade Placement Committees.
Accred
Counselors documents, ESC 12
August 2016 risk students will be developed and all procedures mandated in the SSI manual will be followed
individual student placement will be based on mandated requirements with appropriate documentation for every decision.
provided appropriate placements based on individual needs.
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 E: Utilize data on STAAR performance, dropout and completion rates, to identify underlying factors that influence failure to earn a high school diploma.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
6. Develop guidelines for documentation and implementation of an intensive program of instruction in the LPAC process for ELLs and Special Ed students through the ARD process, as well as other students who did not perform satisfactorily on the state assessments.
NCLB BE/ESL SE PVI#18
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, Director of Special Education, Bilingual/ESL Coordinator, principals, AP’s, counselors
Individual assessment data, ARD’s, ESC 12
June 2015 to August 2016
A plan for intensive program of instruction will be developed for all students who did not perform satisfactorily on state assessments based on their needs.
Struggling students will be provided additional instructional opportunities to prepare them for state assessments.
Student achievement will increase.
1,2,8,10
7. Carry out required summer Principals Funding June‐July 2015 Summer pro‐ Student learning Student 2
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programming as mandated, including SSI and BE/ESL.
Accred
Program documents
June‐July 2016 grams meet requirements
is increased achievement is increased.
8. Develop a plan for regularly scheduled administrative team meetings to increase collaboration and vertical alignment between campuses and among the district.
PVI
SuperintendentExecutive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction Principals
District data, curriculum, district systems
August 2015 through 2016
Sign‐in sheets Increased communication, increased classroom walkthrough data
Student achievement is increased.
2,3,4,8
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 E: Utilize data on STAAR performance, dropout and completion rates, to identify underlying factors that influence failure to earn a high school diploma.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
9. Analyze the methods by which walk‐through data and instructional trends are shared with staff, and insure that results of the analysis are utilized to increase the effectiveness of instruction.
PVI#10
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, Principals, Assistant Principals
Walkthrough data
August 2015 through 2016
Increased number of completed walkthroughs
Increased rigor and alignment in classroom instruction
Increased student achievement, reading and math ability on grade level
8
10.Evaluate the vetting process for development of benchmark assessments to increase teacher
Director of Teaching and Learning,
State released items, vetting process
August 2015 through 2016
Steps in the vetting process,
Increased instructional rigor
Increased student achievement,
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collaboration and input.PVI#11
Principals, AP’s, teachers
teacher input reading and math ability on grade level
11.Monitor teacher grades and alignment with benchmark assessments in order to increase instructional alignment between curriculum, assessment, and instruction; and increase the rigor of instruction.PVI#11
Director of Teaching and Learning, Principals, Assistant Principals
Assessment data, student grades, curriculum
August 2015 through 2016
Teacher meetings to discuss data and relationship between assessment data and instruction
Alignment between instruction and assessment, increase in instructional rigor
Grades are a reflection of assessment scores
3
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 F: Develop and implement an English as a Second Language programs that support English language learners in the general education setting.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Continue to recruit and employ certified ESL teachers in all grades to meet the needs of ELL students. Encourage existing teachers to obtain ESL certification.
BE/ESL PVI#25
Principals General Education Federal Funding
June 2015 through 2016
Employment contracts
ELL students are served by certified ESL teachers, and increased number of ESL teachers
ELL students have improved acquisition of English
3, 5
2. Continue to provide professional development in sheltered instruction to all teachers/staff at the elementary and secondary levels.
NCLB BE/ESL Accred PVI#23
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction ; ESC 12; Coordinator of BE/ESL
General Education and Bilingual funding,
August 2015 through 2016
Sign‐in sheets, walkthrough data; instructional planning docs.
ELL students exhibit increased achievement on TELPAS and assessments
ELL students exit the B/ESL program at an earlier grade with advanced high English skills.
4
3. Continue to provide appropriate Coordinator of Instructional September 2015 Instructional ELL students ELL students exit 2
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materials to classroom teachers to assist them in implementing the ELPS for ELL learners.
BE/ESL Accred PVI#23
BE/ESL Materials allotment
through 2016 planning documents; walkthrough data
exhibit increased achievement as measured by tests and grades
the B/ESL program at an earlier grade with advanced high English skills.
4. Analyze the academic progress of ELLs at high school and continue to provide training in strategies effective with secondary ELLs to secondary teachers.
BE/ESL Accred PVI#24
Superintendent;ESL staff,ESC 12 Staff,Coordinator of BE/ESL
Region 4 ELL Symposium, additional training withESC Staff
August 2015 through 2016
Instructional planning documents, walkthrough data
Secondary ELLs have higher grades and English skills
Secondary students exit at advanced high levels.
2, 4
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 F: Develop and implement an English as a Second Language program that supports English language learners in the general education setting.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
5. Develop and implement a district‐wide Accelerated Instruction Plan (AIP) to align all campuses and increase collaboration with staff and improve transition of ELLs from campus to campus.
BE/ESL PVI
Principals; Coordinator of BE/ESL; Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction
Region 12 staff, Title III staff at TEA
June 2015 through 2016
District wide AIP in place
Consistent documentation of accelerated instruction.
Continuity between all campuses on accelerated instruction for ELL students.
2,9,10
6. Evaluate the ESL program annually to assess ELL student progress in acquiring English language skills and making sufficient academic progress.
NCLB BE/ESL Accred PVI#22
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction ; ESC 12
Region 12 staff, Title III staff at TEA
August 2015 through 2016
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Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 G: Continue implementation of the special education legal requirements, best practices and continuous improvement plan.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Coordinate with the campus In School Suspension and special education to ensure that all special education programs (IEPs, BIPs, etc.) are implemented in a manner that best meets the needs of students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
SE Accred PVI
SuperintendentExecutive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction PrincipalsSpecial Education DirectorSpecial Education Teachers
ConservatorsESC Region 12
August 2015 through August 2016
Students with disabilities are educated to the maximum extent possible in the general educations classroom with necessary special education supports.
Students with disabilities exhibit higher achievement as documented through report card grades and assessment results.
Students with disabilities perform at a level commensurate with the state on state mandated assessments.
9
2. State assessment decision‐making is supported through training and the use of the state decision‐making matrix.
SE Accred
Special Education DirectorSuperintendentPrincipals
ARD decision‐making manual; tracking system through SEAS
August 2015 through 2016
Random folder samples indicate processes were followed and assessment decisions are
Students with disabilities are participating in the general state assessments at a higher rate.
Students with disabilities perform at a level commensurate with the state on state mandated
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appropriate assessments3. Continue to monitor the discipline
of students with disabilities weekly (both discretionary and mandatory placements): determine need for ARDs due to change in placement and to identify any training that may be needed to address inappropriate disciplinary actions.
SE Accred PVI#29
SuperintendentDirector of Special EducationPrincipals
SEAS reports; data meetings; ESC Region 12 training
August 2015 through June 2016
Data meetings and folder reviews indicate Sp Ed discipline is appropriately documented.
Students with disabilities are disciplined in a manner and a rate commensurate with non‐disabled peers.
PBMAS ratings reflect no concerns with Sp Ed discipline.
4
4. Special education students earn all high school credits under the direct instruction of highly qualified teachers for all required credit courses.
Accred
Special Education DirectorSuperintendentHigh school administrators
ARD documentsCourse schedules
August 2015 through May 2016
Students are scheduled to receive instruction from highly qualified teachers for all coursework.
AARs reflect course credits received from highly qualified teachers; student schedules reflect same.
Periodic reviews by high school counselor are utilized to verify HQ status of teachers.
3,9
5. Monitor the number of students with disabilities who are placed on the RHSP and continue to expand opportunities for students to participate in high school enrichment programs, dual credit options, and other opportunities.
PVI
Special Education DirectorSuperintendentHigh school administratorsCounselor
PGPsARD documentsCourse schedules
May 2015 through 2016
Students on the RHSP and are afforded the same opportunities as all students.
AARs reflect course credits receivedStudent SchedulesPGPs
Periodic reviews by high school counselor, Special Education Director, and administrators
2,3,9
6. Continue to monitor the development of functional behavior assessments and behavioral intervention plans for students with emotional and behavioral disabilities to ensure they are prescriptive and customized to address the individual needs of students.
PrincipalsSpecial Education DirectorSpecial Education Teachers
Functional Behavior Assessments documentation,Behavioral Intervention Plans,
May 2015 through 2016
Parent contact logs,Classroom documentation of increased and decreased behaviors
Fewer discipline referrals,Appropriate social and academic behaviors,
Progress reports,Grades,ARD documentationTeacher input
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PVI 7. Conduct a program review of all
life skills and inclusion programs to include: community‐based instruction, alignment of student transition goals with opportunities for participation in CTE courses and other avenues of participation with non‐disabled peers.
PVI
SuperintendentSpecial Education DirectorPrincipalsSpecial Education Teachers
Region 12 May 2015 through 2016
Documentation of program review, program change recommenda‐tions, class schedules of students, community‐based activities
Classroom instruction is aligned to student goals, Students learning new skills, increased involvement in the community.
Instruction aligned with state standards and transition goals, increased participation in elective courses.
2
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 H: Embed the appropriate use of instructional technology into daily classroom instruction to increase student engagement and learning.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
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training to classroom teachers on the appropriate use of technology to enhance the quality of instruction.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE
CoordinatorPrincipals
computers, document cameras, smart boards; Federal Funds, Edivate
through June 2016
technology by teachers and students documented through walkthroughs and lesson plans
a higher level of engagement in the learning.
student achievement on common assessments and state assessments.
2. Identify possible grant opportunities (and apply) to increase available technology on all campuses.
NCLB BE/ESL
Technology CoordinatorExecutive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction Principals
Information related to grant opportunities; networking with ESC 12 and other entities to identify grant opportunities
August 2015 through May 2016
More technology is available to classrooms as a result of grant awards.
Students exhibit a higher level of engagement in the learning.
Increased student achievement on common assessments and state assessments.
10
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 I: Implement a just‐in‐time instructional support program that utilizes coaching, model teaching and walkthroughs at all levels.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Conduct a minimum of 20 Executive Federal Funds July 2015 A total of three Instruction is Students receive 2, 4, 9, 10
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walkthroughs per week and provide feedback to teachers. Analyze trends for instructional improvement at grade level or department, CLT, and DLT meetings.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI#23
Director of Curriculum‐Instruction ; Superintendent, Principals, AP’s, Director of Teaching and Learning
through 2016 reading and math specialists on contract
improved as documented through walkthroughs and PDAS observations.
high quality instruction that leads to increased achievement.
2. Provide training to instructional specialists designed to build their coaching skills.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction
Lead Your School; ESC 12 TEKS RESOURCE SYSTEM training
August 2015 through May 2016
Instructional specialists will coach teachers in new, more effective teaching strategies
Instruction is improved as documented through walkthroughs and PDAS observations.
Students receive high quality instruction that leads to increased achievement.
4
3. Analyze campus schedules to develop common planning times and continue grade level/subject teacher meetings focusing on principals and teachers planning high quality integrated lessons, differentiated instruction, and data driven instruction that includes SpEd, CTE, and B/ESL staff.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI#6
PrincipalsReading and Math SpecialistsTeachers
Common planning periods; time before and after school
August 2015 through May 2016
Reading and math specialists help teachers to develop more effective lesson plans that lead to more effective instruction and lesson integration between elective and core teachers
Instruction is improved as documented through walkthroughs and PDAS observations.
Students receive high quality instruction that leads to increased achievement across core and elective courses
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Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 J: Provide intensive and ongoing professional development for teachers and administrators that leads to increased student achievement as measured by STAAR.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Continue to provide RtI training to all teachers so that they become better able to meet the needs of all students in the general education setting.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI#19
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, Special Ed Director, Interventionists
Renaissance Learning RtI System
August 2015 through 2016
All components of the Renaissance RtI system are in use at all campuses. Documentation of interventions.
Students receive timely and effective interventions when learning needs are identified.
Fewer referrals to special education; increased student achievement on common and state assessments
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2. Continue to provide Fundamental Five instructional training to all teachers to assist them in providing strong, highly effective instruction.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI#19
SuperintendentDirector of Teaching and Learning
Principals, Assistant Principals
August 2015 through 2016
Fundamental Five are implemented in all classrooms in the district.
Students receive effective high quality instruction in all areas.
Fewer referrals to special education; increased student achievement on common and state assessments.
2, 4, 9
3. Continue to provide training to all teachers on the effective use of an inclusion model (inclusion strategies and differentiated instruction) to meet the learning needs of students with and without disabilities in general education settings.
NCLB BE/ESL SE PVI#19, #8
SuperintendentExecutive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction Special Education Director
ESC 12 September 2015 through 2016
Students with disabilities have their learning needs met in the general education classroom to the greatest extent possible.
Students are successful academically in the general education classroom
More students with disabilities participate in and are successful on general common and state assessments
2, 4, 9
4. Continue to provide training to teachers on increasing the rigor of instruction to meet the requirements of STAAR and STAAR EOC assessments focusing on data analysis and customizing instruction for students.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI#12
Director of Teaching and LearningPrincipals
STAAR online professional development; ESC 13 STAAR trainingESC 12
August 2015 through 2016
Walkthrough observers see high quality rigorous instruction being delivered in all classrooms
Students are successful at high levels, comparable to the levels of rigor expected to be assessed through STAAR.
Increased student achievement on common and state assessments.
2, 4, 9
5. Implement the use of personal professional development plans to help teachers identify areas of professional growth, and to track/document all district and individual training attended.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE PVI#21
SuperintendentPrincipals
PDPs, samples September 2015 through 2016
Teachers have quality professional development plans
Teachers become stronger instructionally.
Instruction leads to higher achievement by all students.
4
6. PDAS will be used to improve classroom instruction.
SuperintendentPrincipals
ESC 12; Federal Funds
August 2015 through 2016
Principals utilize PDAS to
PDAS data is utilized to help
Instruction leads to higher
3
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NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred accurately assess teacher proficiency and determine assistance as needed
teachers improve instruction.
achievement by all students.
7. Continue to provide teachers with training, including, but not limited to sheltered instruction and differentiated instruction designed to address the needs of ELL learners and all other learners who would benefit from high quality instruction.
NCLB BE/ESL SE Accred PVI#23
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction, ESL Coordinator, Special Ed Director
ESC 12PearsonFederal Funds
August 2015 through 2016
Instruction for these groups of students in more effective
Vocabulary and language of students improves
Students exhibit higher levels of achievement as demonstrated by assessments and grades.
2, 4, 9
8. Provide training in the effective use of instructional technology.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE
Director of Teaching and Learning,Technology Coordinator
Training modules Just in time training and modeling
August 2015 through 2016
Walkthroughs document increased use of technology
Increased student engagement
Increased student achievement.
2, 4, 9
9. LPAC representatives receive training on the LPAC as a means to ensuring appropriate services to ELL students.
Accred BE/ESL
Executive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction B/ESL Coordinator Teachers
ESC training; LPAC manual
August 2015 through 2016
Review of LPAC documents for compliance with requirements
Improved programming for ELL students
Increased student achievement.
4,6,8
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 K: Improve recruitment, teacher morale, and retention in the district.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Resources Timelines Evidence of Evidence of Formative/ Title I
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Responsible Implementation Impact Summative Schoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Establish a district committee to meet periodically to brainstorm ideas for improving recruitment of highly qualified, highly effective teachers, improving teacher/staff morale, and improving teacher retention in the district.
Accred PVI#1
Superintendent Staff Committee time
August 2015 through 2016
Committee minutes and reports; agendas; sign‐in sheets
Teachers and staff report that morale and commitment is improved.
Retention rate is improving.
3, 5
2. Develop a comprehensive recruitment, training, and retention plan for all staff areas.
Accred PVI#2
Superintendent Committee reports and minutes; staff time
August 2015 through 2016
Written plan is developed
Staff report that instructional strengths and morale are improving.
Retention rate is improving.
3, 5
3. Continue stipends for teachers who work in critical need areas and hard to fill areas such as math, science and special education.
Superintendent, Business Manager
Federal Funds August 2015 through 2016
Stipend lists maintained in HR and business offices.
Positions for teachers in critical need areas are filled.
Students receive instruction from highly qualified, certified teachers.
3, 5
4. Provide mentors to teachers new to teaching and new to Marlin ISD and evaluate mentor program annually.
PVI#20
Superintendent, Principals
Federal Funds August 2015 through 2016
Mentor lists and documentation forms
New teachers report that they receive needed support
Students receive instruction from highly qualified, certified teachers
3,5
5. Develop and implement staffing pattern guidelines for elementary, middle and high school, including special education caseloads, which meet the instructional needs of the campus, any state requirements, and supports efficient use of district funds.
SuperintendentBusiness ManagerCampus PrincipalsSpecial Education Director
State, local, and federal funds; secondary staffing and scheduling audit
August 2015 through 2016
Staffing guidelines document is prepared and disseminated to all principals and supervisors.
Staffing meets all instructional needs of the student in an efficient manner.
Students receive instruction from certified teachers; other key positions are in place. Special populations are receiving quality services.
3, 5
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Accred PVI
Goal 1: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 L: Establish hiring procedures that ensure that all teachers are highly qualified.
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Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Review, and update as necessary, the hiring manual developed during 2011.
Accred
Superintendent Hiring manual; TASB updates
August 2015 through 2016
All principals and supervisors have copies of the hiring manual
Hiring manual is implemented with fidelity by all administrators and supervisors
Staff is highly qualified and highly effective in their job roles.
3, 5
2. Provide training to principals on the procedures described in the hiring manual.
Accred
Superintendent Hiring manualStaff time
August 2015 through 2016
All processes detailed in the manual are in use as documented by the paper trail established.
Hiring manual is implemented with fidelity by all administrators and supervisors
Staff is highly qualified and highly effective in their job roles.
4
3. Staffing recommendations are not accepted in the human resources office until all documentation of implementation of hiring process is provided.
Accred
Superintendent Hiring manual and documentation; staff time
August 2015 through 2016
All processes detailed in the manual are in use as documented by the paper trail established.
Hiring manual is implemented with fidelity by all administrators and supervisors
Staff is highly qualified and highly effective in their job roles.
3, 5
4. Campus administrators implement PDAS according to all policies and regulations in compliance with the district timeline.
Accred
Campus AdministratorsSuperintendent
PDAS manuals; Eduphoria PDAS module
August 2015 through 2016
All processes detailed in PDAS policies and regulations are in use as documented by submissions in Eduphoria and to the Human Resources office for personnel files
PDAS timelines are confirmed through audits of PDAS documents as they are submitted to human resources
Human Resources and Superintendent offices periodically review documentation in Eduphoria and interact with principals as appropriate to ensure compliance with all requirements and timelines.
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5. The district will provide resources for teachers to take highly qualified exam, if they are not highly qualified when hired.
Campus AdministratorsSuperintendent
Region 12Highly Qualified Manual
August 2015 through 2016
All teachers are highly qualified
Students are taught by highly qualified teachers.
District meets 100% highly qualified requirements
3
Goal: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 M: Expand offerings in CTE program.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. CTE department develops recruitment materials to provide to students related to nontraditional career fields.
CTE
CTE Director, MHS Counselor, CTE teachers
Staff time; printing costs, CTE
January 2015 through 2016
Documentation of student receipt of recruitment materials.
Surveys for 2014‐2015 schedules show more non‐traditional course enrollments.
Increased enrollment by males in non‐traditional courses.
10
2. Counselors and teacher provide presentations on non‐traditional
MHS Counselor, CTE teachers, CTE
Staff Time April 2015 through 2016
Pre‐registration for fall classes
Surveys for 2014‐2015 schedules
Increased enrollment by
10
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courses. CTE
Director show more non‐traditional course enrollments.
males in non‐traditional courses.
3. CTE department will schedule presentations to students by individuals in nontraditional fields.
CTE
CTE director Staff Time; Community Participation
April 2015 through 2016
Pre‐registration for fall classes
Surveys for 2014‐2015 schedules show more non‐traditional course enrollments..
Increased enrollment by males in non‐traditional courses.
10
4. CTE department develops recruitment materials to provide to students related to nontraditional career fields.
CTE
CTE Director, MHS Counselor, CTE teachers
Staff time; printing costs,
January 2015 through 2016
Documentation of student receipt of recruitment materials.
Surveys for 2014‐2015 schedules show more non‐traditional course enrollments.
Increased enrollment by males in non‐traditional courses.
10
Goal: Marlin ISD students will meet or exceed state performance on all STAAR grade level and end‐of‐course assessments.
Objective 1 N: Review the current services provided to gifted and talented students, including the identification process and, if necessary, develop a three year improvement plan designed to enhance services and programs offered.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Review current program offerings for identified G/T students at each campus.
Director of Teaching and Learning , MES Principal, MMS Principal, MHS Principal
Staff time; August 2015 through 2016
Formal descriptions of current program are developed for each campus.
Campus administrators and teachers are aware of what is currently available.
Students identified as G/T receive more consistent services.
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2. Review state plan for gifted education and compare current offerings against those standards
Director of Teaching and Learning, MES Principal, MMS Principal, MHS Principal
Staff time August 2015 through 2016
A chart detailing deficiencies in the current program is developed.
Campus administrators and teachers are knowledgeable of state requirements for gifted education.
Students identified as G/T receive more consistent services.
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3. If needed, a three year plan for implementing a G/T program plan that meets the highest levels outlined in the state plan is developed and implemented.
Director of Teaching and Learning , MES Principal, MMS Principal, MHS Principal
Staff time August 2015 through 2016
A plan is developed for presentation to the BOT
Campus administrators and teachers are knowledgeable of the new district plan for gifted education.
Students identified as G/T receive high quality services designed to meet their G/T needs.
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2A: Develop and present a series of parent meetings and workshops to assist parents in working with and supporting their students and their schools.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Plan and present a fall parent workshop for all campus parents that allows them to meet teachers, pick up report cards and attend informational meetings including, but not
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff timePresentationsFood for those in attendance
August 2015 through 2016
Parent sign‐in sheets; parent surveys returned; Parent volunteer sheets returned
Parents of at least 100 district students attend the fall workshop
Parents report that they are better informed about STAAR and other school topics
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limited to, topics of Title 1 programming, STAAR assessments.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred 2. Plan and present a winter
workshop for all campus parents that provides them opportunities to talk with teachers, attend training sessions, and pick up report cards.
NCLB BE/ESLSE CTE Accred
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff timePresentationsFood for those in attendanceFederal Funds
August 2015 through 2016
Parent sign‐in sheets; Parent volunteer sheets returned
Parents of at least 125 students attend the winter workshop
Parents report that they are better informed and engaged in school activities
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3. Plan and present a spring workshop for all campus parents that provides them opportunities to talk with teachers, attend training sessions. Students whose parents attend will receive a free book.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff timeTEA resourcesFederal Funds
August 2015 through 2016
Parent sign‐in sheets; Parent volunteer sheets returned; End of year parent surveys
Parents of at least 150 students attend the spring workshop
Parents report that they are better informed and engaged in school activities.
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2 B: Set a schedule for ongoing parent conferences that are designed to build positive relationships between families and the schools.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Each campus sets a schedule of parent conferences at least three times per year to provide parents with information related to their students’ progress and preparation for STAAR and other assessments.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred
Principals Staff time September‐October 2015;January‐February 2016; April‐May 2016
Conference logs Parents attend conferences and report more positive relationships with the schools
Conference logs; end of year parent survey
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2. Conduct fall and spring informational meetings with parents to include a survey/evaluation of the current special education program.
PVI
Special Education Director
Region 12Survey
June 2015 through 2016
Parent surveys, attendance at meetings, sign‐in sheets
Parents attend meetings and report more positive relationships with the schools
Survey information
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2 C: Investigate upgrading the district website that includes opportunities for community sponsorships on the homepage.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Investigate funding to upgrade the district website and utilize an offsite web host.
SuperintendentPayroll Specialist, Technology Coordinator
Staff time September 2015 through 2016
Proposals from web host/ design firms
Cost analysis and review of services
Budget determination of available funds
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2. If a new district website design and host is selected, work with the webmaster/host to set up a sponsorship area on the homepage.
Payroll Specialist, Technology Coordinator
Staff time; General funds for hosting‐
September 2015 through 2016
New website is launched.
Website is live and easy to navigate and update.
Website viewing counter is in place.
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2 D: Develop a plan to solicit community involvement in the schools through volunteer programs and sponsorship ideas.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Continue to utilize the District Improvement Committee to generate ideas for volunteer programs and sponsorship ideas.
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff and committee member time
September 2015 through 2016
Minutes reflect summary of ideas generated
Ideas are shared with campus principals
Three ideas each for volunteer activities and sponsorship activities are selected for planning
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2. Continue to assign a subcommittee of the District Improvement Committee to work with principals and campus teams to more fully develop volunteer program ideas.
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff and subcommittee time
September 2015 through 2016
Subcommittee minutes; campus team minutes
Ideas are narrowed to the most feasible two volunteer program ideas.
Subcommittee presents report back to the District Improvement Committee
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2 E: Support parents and community in the organization and development of a Parent/Teacher/Student Association.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. District facilities are available for use by the PTSA for their meetings and activities
Accred PVI
SuperintendentPrincipals
Facilities September 2015 through June 2016
Meeting and activity agendas
Parents are engaged with the schools through the PTSA.
PTSA provides support to parents and to the schools.
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2. District employees are encouraged to become members of the PTSA to become a team with parents
Accred PVI
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff time September 2015 through 2016
Membership rosters
Parents and teachers have opportunities to interact outside the classroom setting.
PTSA provides support to parents and to the schools.
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3. PTSA officers are invited to set up booths and participate in district parent involvement events.
Accred PVI
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff time September 2015 through June 2016
Meeting and activity agendas
Parents are engaged with the schools through the PTSA.
PTSA provides support to parents and to the schools.
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2 F: Ensure parent, community and business involvement with site‐based decision‐making committees at the campus and district level and school health advisory committee at the district level.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Advertise opportunities for involvement of parents, business members, and community members at all district facilities.
Accred PVI
SuperintendentPrincipals
Flyers August 2015 through 2016
Campus and district committees meet or exceed required participation numbers for parents, business and community
Parents, business and community members have opportunities to be involved in district decision‐making
Committees function with full complements of parent, business and community members.
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2. Provide training to all District Improvement Committee members on the role of the committee as a whole and each member.
Accred PVI
Superintendent Staff time; training documents
August 2015 through 2016
District improvement committee minutes, agendas and sign‐in sheets
District Improvement Committee members understand their roles in district improvement
Committees function in an efficient manner with full complements of parent, business and community members.
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3. Serve as district resource and committee member for the district School Health Advisory
Superintendent, Food Service Director,
Staff time August 2015 through 2016
Attendance at SHAC meetings, facilitating
SHAC works to improve the health and
SHAC goals and objectives are met.
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Council. principals presentations to the BOT
wellness of Marlin students
Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2 G: Develop systems for communicating with parents and community through backpack mail, SchoolReach, and other media to ensure that parents and community are informed of school activities and other issues.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Principals will designate a ‘backpack mail’ day at each campus when notices and other information from school and related organizations are sent home with students.
PVI
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff time August 2015 through 2016
Notices are posted at each campus designating backpack mail days
Parents report that they know when notices will be sent home.
Parents receive communications in a timely manner.
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2. Principals will utilize SchoolReach to notify parents of meetings, student absences, school emergencies, and weather issues to ensure timely notification.
PVI
Principals Staff timeSchoolReach, Federal funds
August 2015 through 2016
SchoolReach logs indicate the system is being utilized on a regular basis.
Parents report that they know what is happening on campuses.
Parents receive communications in a timely manner.
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3. News releases will be provided to the local paper in a timely manner to help the community know of events happening in Marlin ISD: goal each week.
PVI
SuperintendentPrincipalsTeacher sponsors
Staff time August 2015 through 2016
Marlin ISD news is included often in the local paper
Parents and community members report that they know what is happening in the district
Parents and community receive communications in a timely manner.
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2 H: Establish a task force with Board of Trustees input to review and/or revise the District vision, mission, and goals for the next three to five years.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Request community member and parent names from the Board of Trustees to serve on the task force.
SuperintendentBoard members
Staff and board member time
Monthly, August 2015 through 2016
List of names; board meeting minutes
Parents and community member agree to serve on task force
Marlin ISD has a revised vision, mission and goals to guide it for the next 3‐5 years.
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2. Three board members are selected to serve on the task force.
Board Members Board member time
Monthly, August 2015 through 2016
Board meeting minutes.
Board members participate and give input.
Marlin ISD has a revised vision, mission and goals to guide it for the next 3‐5 years.
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3. Request volunteers from campus staff to serve on the task force.
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff time August 2015 through 2016
List of names; board meeting minutes
District staff persons agree to serve on task force.
Marlin ISD has a revised vision, mission and goals to guide it for the next 3‐5 years.
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4. Develop parameters and guidelines within which the task
SuperintendentBoard Members
Staff and board time
August 2015 through 2016
Written parameters and
The Board has provided
Marlin ISD has a revised vision,
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force will work to develop vision, mission and goals.
guidelines guidance in the development of vision, mission and goals.
mission and goals to guide it for the next 3‐5 years.
5. The Board of Trustees approves a vision, mission, and goals for Marlin ISD for the next 3‐5 years.
Board of Trustees Staff time August 2015 through 2016
Board minutes. Documents approved.
Vision, mission, and goals are in place to direct the planning process for the 2014‐2015 school year.
Marlin ISD has a revised vision, mission and goals to guide it for the next 3‐5 years.
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6. Vision, mission and goals are utilized as the foundation for district and campus planning.
Superintendent; Principals; Advisory committees
Staff and committee time
August 2015 through 2016
Completed plans for 2014‐2015 school year
Cohesive campus and district plans reflect the needs of the district and reflect the vision and mission of the district.
Plan reviews reflect ongoing work directed at attaining the vision and mission of the district.
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Goal 2: Marlin ISD will actively solicit and encourage increased parent and community involvement in our schools.
Objective 2 I: Collaborate with Head Start and other early childhood agencies to ensure that children have a smooth transition into Marlin ISD.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Resources Timelines Evidence of Evidence of Formative/ Title I
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Responsible Implementation Impact Summative Schoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Sign memorandum of understanding with Head Start to facilitate transition of children into Marlin Elementary from Head Start.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE
Superintendent MOU Annually Signed memorandum
Collaboration between Head Start and MISD is improved.
Transition is smooth and seamless.
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2. Collaborate with Head Start on enrollment processes and campus visits to facilitate transition of children into Marlin Elementary School
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE
MES Principal Staff time August 2015 through 2016
Meeting minutes; agendas, calendars.
Collaboration between Head Start and MISD is improved.
Transition is smooth and seamless.
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3. Open discussions with Head Start about on‐ campus collaborative classrooms for three and four year old children.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE
SuperintendentMES PrincipalHead Start Staff
Staff time August 2015 through 2016
Meeting calendars, minutes.
Collaboration between Head Start and MISD is improved.
Head Start and MISD work together to provide services to greater numbers of students.
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Goal 3: Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn.
Objective 3 A: Implement and practice safety drills to address issues that may arise on campus.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible
Resources Timelines Evidence of Implementation
Evidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
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Components(Code by #)
1. Implement fire drills, unobstructed and obstructed, a minimum or one time per month.
PrincipalsSuperintendent
Staff time Monthly: Sept. through May
Documentation of fire drill submitted to central office
Students and staff understand and can implement evacuation procedures
Students are provided a safe school environment.
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2. Implement tornado drills every other month.
PrincipalsSuperintendent
Staff time September, November, January, March, May
Documentation submitted to central office
Students and staff understand and can implement evacuation procedures
Students are provided a safe school environment.
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3. Implement intruder drills once each semester
PrincipalsSuperintendent
Staff time October and February
Documentation submitted to central office
Students and staff understand and can implement evacuation procedures
Students are provided a safe school environment.
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4. Implement shelter in place drills once each semester (for events such as chemical spills)
PrincipalsSuperintendent
Staff time December and April
Documentation submitted to central office
Students and staff understand and can implement evacuation procedures
Students are provided a safe school environment.
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Goal 3: Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn.
Objective 3B: Implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports to address classroom and campus management and discipline issues, including bullying, dating violence and suicide prevention, in a positive and systemic manner, while utilizing the Student Code of Conduct for disciplinary infractions.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Resources Timelines Evidence of Evidence of Formative/ Title I
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Responsible Implementation Impact Summative Schoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Conduct an analysis of classroom discipline issues and determine root causes for student behaviors. Develop strategic interventions to address the behavior concerns. Continue to provide PBIS training to all instructional staff and monitor during walkthroughs.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI#31, #32
Superintendent Region 12 ESC trainer, Federal Funds
August 2015 through 2016
Sign in sheets; agenda
Instructional staff members utilize PBIS in their classrooms and on their campuses.
There are fewer disciplinary issues resulting in removal from the instructional setting.
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2. Analyze reasons students are sent to ISS. Identify and implement alternative methods to keep students in school.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI#30
Principals, Teachers
PBIS trainer August 2015 through 2016
Minutes from discussions
Common areas at each campus have specific behavior requirements.
There are fewer disciplinary issues resulting in removal from the instructional setting.
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3. Each grade level/content department continues to identify the behaviors expected in the classroom, and how the behaviors will be taught and monitored.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI
Principals, Teachers
PBIS trainer August 2015 through 2016
Minutes from discussions
Classrooms have rules posted and the expected behaviors are reinforced.
There are fewer disciplinary issues resulting in removal from the instructional setting.
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4. The dress code is implemented and enforced at each campus as an integral part of PBIS.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI
Principals, all staff
Student code of conduct
August 2015 through 2016
Visits to campus; observation of compliance with dress code.
Students attend school dressed appropriately for learning
There are fewer disciplinary issues resulting in removal from the instructional setting.
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Goal 3: Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn.
Objective 3 C: Implement and enforce visitor procedures on each campus.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Continue implementing visitor procedures that significantly reduce the likelihood that unauthorized persons will enter the campus beyond the office area. These procedures include methods for verifying the identity of visitors.
PrincipalFront Office Staff
Sign in books, visitor and parent badges
August 2015 through 2016
Visitors on campus have easily recognizable badges; teachers demonstrate ability to question persons
Visitors do not enter student areas without appropriate badges.
Students attend class in a safe and secure environment.
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without badge authorization.
Goal 3: Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn.
Objective 3 D: Inspect all district facilities on a regular basis to ensure that all health code items are in compliance.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. The maintenance department and campus principals will utilize the state health department checklist to inspect all district facilities on a monthly basis.
Maintenance Staff PrincipalsCoachesSuperintendent
Inspection checklist
Monthly‐September through August
Checklists show no areas of noncompliance
Facilities are safe and secure
No areas of noncompliance are found in official health department checks.
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2. Any area of noncompliance will be documented and administrator
Director of Maintenance
Inspection checklist
Monthly‐September
Copies of Checklists signed
Facilities are safe and secure
No areas of noncompliance
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of building will be notified of noncompliance.
through August for by building administrator
are found in official health department checks.
3. Building administrator will make immediate arrangements to correct any noncompliance within 48 hours.
Director of MaintenancePrincipalsCoachesSuperintendent
Inspection checklist
Monthly‐September through August
Corrective actions noted on checklist
Facilities are safe and secure
No areas of noncompliance are found in official health department checks.
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Goal 3: Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn.
Objective 3 E: Develop and implement written procedures for ensuring student safety while participating in athletics, marching band, and cheerleading events that meet the intent of any regulatory documents and the needs of the district.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Continue to review and revise procedures for ensuring student safety while participating in extracurricular activities.
SuperintendentPrincipals
Sample procedures handbook; staff time
November 2015 through 2016
Procedures document is prepared, printed and distributed
All coaches and sponsors of extracurricular activities have and utilize the safety procedures
Students participate safely in extracurricular activities
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document
Goal 3: Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn.
Objective 3 F: Monitor budget information as it becomes available to ensure that Marlin ISD utilizes funding most efficiently and makes budget reductions that do not impact student instruction and safety to the maximum extent possible.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. The business manager utilizes all state and regional finance templates to track current year revenues to ensure that the current budget is accurate and that funding is utilized
Business Manager
Staff time; state and regional templates; ESC 12 school finance staff
Monthly or as new revenue information is available.
District budget is expended as allocated with no over expenditures.
Budget monitoring results in effective use of funds to meet needs.
Marlin ISD has a balanced budget that effectively supports the goals of the district.
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appropriately.2. The business manager utilizes all
state and regional finance projections information to provide best knowledge regarding funding scenarios for the 2014‐2015 school year.
Business manager
Staff time; state and regional templates; ESC 12 school finance staff
Monthly or as new revenue information is available.
Up to date information is available for use in the 2012‐13 budget development process
Accurate budget projections help minimize budget reduction impact during 2012‐13 budget development.
Marlin ISD has a balanced budget that effectively supports the goals of the district.
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3. Special revenue funds, both state and federal, are allocated and expended in appropriate ways to meet the needs of MISD students.
Business ManagerSuperintendentExecutive Director of Curriculum‐Instruction
Staff time; state and regional personnel support
Expenditures are reviewed monthly to ensure appropriate use of special revenue funds.
Special revenue budgets are expended appropriately in a manner that meets the needs of students.
Budget monitoring results in effective use of funds to meet needs.
Marlin ISD utilizes special revenue funds in an appropriate manner to meet the needs of students.
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Goal 3: Marlin ISD will provide each student a safe and secure school environment in which to learn.
Objective 3 G: Implement effective systems to address absenteeism and tardies in a proactive manner while maintaining use of compulsory attendance enforcement as necessary.
Strategies and Action Steps Person(s) Responsible Resources Timelines Evidence of
ImplementationEvidence of Impact
Formative/ Summative
Title ISchoolwide Components(Code by #)
1. Work with truancy staff and Juvenile Case Manager to provide notice to parents regarding compulsory attendance laws and consequences for failure to
SuperintendentTruancy OfficerJuvenile Case Manager
Letters to parents; meetings with truancy judge
September 2015 through 2016
Letters are provided to all parents and students relating compulsory attendance
Students and parents have a better understanding of compulsory attendance
Attendance is increased in Marlin ISD at all campuses.
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attend school.NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE AccredPVI
requirements and consequences for violation.
requirements.
2. Campuses develop positive incentive programs for the purpose of increasing student and staff attendance
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI
SuperintendentPrincipals
Staff time August 2015 through 2016
Incentive plans are shared with students and parents
Students have increased daily attendance.
Attendance is increased in Marlin ISD at all campuses.
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3. Collaborate with the truancy court to address violations of compulsory attendance with both parents and students.
NCLB BE/ESL SE CTE Accred PVI
SuperintendentTruancy OfficerJuvenile Case Manager Municipal Judge, Justice of Peace
Staff time; court time; court filings
September 2015 through 2016
Collaboration and monitoring results in fewer initial court referrals and fewer ‘call back’ hearings
Students have increased daily attendance
Attendance is increased in Marlin ISD at all campuses.
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Allocation of Title 1, Part A Funds – 2014‐2015 School Year
Purpose AmountRtI Interventionists $378,003Other Operating Expenses $5612Lead Your School $70,000Parent Involvement $5,604Federal program Package (Region 12) $25,000Additional professional development $46,174Instructional supplies $10,000Indirect Cost $20,000Total Allocation $560,393
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Allocation of Title II, Part A Funds—2014‐2015 School Year
Purpose AmountSalaries $90,000Instructional Supplies $6966Contracted Services $0Other Operating Expenses $0Total Allocation $96,966