Meeting of
October 5, 2015
FOR: INFORMATION
TULARE JOINT UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
TO: MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
RECEIVE: Information regarding 2015-2016 District Priorities and Expected Outcomes,
2015-2016 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) Goals, and
Linked Learning Pathways Update
Background: The Governing Board of Trustees annually reviews progress made on the previous year’s
Board/District Priorities during a Board Governance Workshop and sets new priorities and LCAP Goals
for the following year.
Current Considerations: At the August 6, 2015, and September 3, 2015, meetings the Governing Board
approved the District Priorities and LCAP Goals for the 2015-2016 fiscal year. These priorities and goals
became the roadmap for accomplishing the district’s annual goals. The TJUHSD Management Team
were instrumental in the development of the expected outcomes for the goals.
The 2015-2016 District Priorities and Expected Outcomes and LCAP Goals are included for your review
and will be highlighted by District Staff.
Tulare Joint Union High School District Board Priorities:
Improve Student Outcomes and Performance Maintain Safe Schools
Manage Facilities and Student Growth
Maintain the Fiscal Integrity of the District and Fund the Board Priorities
Staff TJUHSD with Qualified Personnel and Maintain a Positive Work Environment
Continue to Strengthen Internal and External Communication Systems
Tulare Joint Union High School District LCAP Goals:
Academic achievement in English language arts and mathematics
Ensure that all students have access to instructional technology
Full implementation of ELD standards
Full implementation of Common Core state standards
Increase the level of parental involvement
Implementation of the Facility Master Plan
To create a positive learning environment in which all students feel welcomed, valued, safe and
engaged as part of a greater community
Provide students with essential skills to be college and career ready upon graduation
SUBMITTED BY:
Dr. Sarah Koligian
Superintendent
PREPARED BY: Dr. Sarah Koligian, Superintendent
2014-2015 COMPLETED WITH A “C” OR BETTER
A B C
Engineering Academy
7 8 8 23
Art Academy 15 7 3 25
Ag Science Academy
5 5 1 11
Total 27 20 13 59
2014-2015 ENGINEERING ENGLISH ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Fall- Informational Writing Spring- Argumentative Writing
Academy Non-Academy Academy Non-Academy
Exemplary 13% 11.4% Exemplary 10% 9.09%
Adequate 55% 42.8% Adequate 75% 37.43%
Partial 32% 35.77% Partial 15% 40.91%
2014-2015 ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Chemistry Benchmark DataAcademy Non-Academy
1 – Far Below Basic Benchmark scores for 1 & 2 are absent due to an Aeries glitch
2 – Below Basic
3 - Basic 60.22% 57.22%
4 - Proficient 68.46% 68.23%
5 - Advanced 57.65% 65.76%
Average 62.11% 63.74%
Note: Academy consists of students who may not have taken the higher level math courses associated with Chemistry Honors.
2014-2015 ART ACADEMY 3D ART ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Academy Non-academy
Fall 2014 Benchmark 84% 85%
Spring 2015 Benchmark 88% 82%
Average 86% 84%
2014-2015 ART ACADEMY ENGLISH ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Informational Writing Assessment
Academy Non-Academy
Exemplary 0.0% 5.5%
Adequate 66.67% 34.62%
Partial 33.33% 47.25%
2014-2015 ART ACADEMY INTEGRATED SCIENCE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Academy Non-Academy
Benchmark Test 1 - Investigation and Experimentation 74.5% 63.31%
Benchmark Test 2 - Chemistry 55.26% 56.49%
Benchmark Test 3 - Cytology 77.89% 62.98%
Benchmark Test 4 - Cell Division and Genetics 86.31% 60.27%
Benchmark Test 5 - Earth Science 69.22% 63.31%
Average 72.64% 61.27%
2014-2015 AG SCIENCE PHYSICAL SCIENCE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Academy Non-AcademyScientific Method- Configural Frequency
Analysis 74.15% 53.52%
Chapter 2 Exam 54.8% 65.25%
Chapter 8 Exam 78.71%
Chapter 9 Exam 73.22% 63.7%
Rock Cycle Quiz 1 100% 80.67%
Rock Cycle Quiz 2 80.59% 53.23%
Atmosphere Quiz 1 81.43% 67.86%
Atmosphere Quiz 2 81.43% 81.21%
23.1 Quiz 73.92% 73.33%
23.1/23.2 Quiz 71.07% 69.09%
AG SCIENCE –PHYSICAL SCIENCE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE (CONT’)
Academy Non-academy
23.3 Quiz 68.13% 69.42%
Atmosphere/Oceans Exam 76.22% 70.53%
Weather Exam 76.6% 74.8%
Chapter 23-26 Exam 78.67% 65.74%
27.1 Quiz 82.5% 72.31%
Spring Final 72.4% 69.18%
Average 76.49% 69.02%
2014-2015 AG SCIENCE ACADEMY ENGLISH ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
Informational Writing Assessment Spring Argumentative Writing
Academy Non-Academy Academy Non-Academy
Exemplary 5% 47.25% 19% 17%
Adequate 39% 34.62% 50% 25%
Partial 44% 5.5% 31% 37%
Minimal 11% 0% 0% 20%
2014-2015 ACADEMY UPDATES
Ag Science students attend the Green Hand Conference and assisted at the Tulare County Fair.
Observed veterinary and breeder at the high school farm.
12 Engineering students received CAD Certification
TJUHSD Engineering Team placed 5th at the State Chevron engineering Challenge
Art Academy toured of the Getty Museum and Galaxy Theater
Art Academy students designed and created academy t-shirts at S&S Shirts
INNOVATE Tulare/Kings recognized Steve Shahan of S&S Shirts and Freddie Gonzalez of Galaxy Theater as Outstanding Partners of 2014-2015.
Pre-Med and Engineering began the 2015-2016 school year with 2 cohorts.
2014-2015 AG SCIENCE UPDATE
Discontinued the 10th grade cohort.
9 of the 10 remaining academy students are enrolled in Ag Biology.
4of the original 10 are enrolled in English (H) & World History (H).
3 were enrolled in English (H) and 3 others were enrolled in World History (H).
Letters and personal phone calls were made to the parents making them aware that all courses in the sequence are available to their student.
Meetings were held with each Head Counselor asking them to follow up with the students on the course offers also.
1 added English (H) and 3 added World History (H).
4 chose not to add any Honors courses.
2015-2016 AG SCIENCE ACADEMY PLAN
The Ag Science Academy utilized Ag Advisory for initial approval of the Sequence of Courses and Student Outcomes, TJUHSD will create a Ag Science Academy Advisory Board in 2015-2016.
Move Ag Science Physical Science class to the farm.
Incorporate English into Ag Science 1 class & utilize the same instructor for next year.
2015-2016 ENROLLMENT
9th Grade – Cohort 1 9th Grade – Cohort 2 10th Grade
Engineering Academy 29 29 16
Pre-Med Academy 28 26 0
Art Academy 36 0 25
Ag Science Academy 32 0 0
Total 125 55 41
For More Information:
www.tjuhsd.org/
(559)688-2021
Director of State and
Federal Programs:
Marie Pinto:
Tulare Joint Union High
School District
426 North Blackstone Street,
Tulare, CA 93274
LINKED LEARNING CAREER PATHWAYS
Small Learning Communities
College Preparation
Career-Theme Focus
Academic Rigor Blended with Technical Relevance
Project-Based/Hands-On Learning
Work-Based Learning Opportunities
In partnership with:
Academy of Agriculture Science (AAS)
If you want to be part of California’s and the nation's
most vital industry, then the Agriculture Science
Pathway is designed for you!
In this pathway, you will have the opportunity to experience education in
a variety of forms. The high school farm is a living laboratory consisting
of more than 98 acres, greenhouse, an 80 cow working dairy, and other
animal units, all of which are used to enhance and be a part of your educa-
tion. The teachers of the Agriculture Science Pathway use the Tulare
High School farm to make learning interesting, engaging and interactive
for you the students.
Academy of Engineering (AOE)
If you love math and science,
the Academy of Engineering is for you!
Students in the Engineering pathway will begin building their under-
standing of the fundamental laws of engineering through cutting-edge
design and hands-on, computer-generated prototypes that lead to the de-
velopment of fully functional products. AOE electives include Introduc-
tion to Engineering Design, Digital Electronics, Principals of engineer-
ing, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, Biotechnical Engineering,
Civil Engineering and Architecture, Engineering Design and Develop-
ment.
Pre-Med Academy (PMA)
Do you dream of being a doctor or helping people?
This is where you belong!
The Pre-Med Academy is the premier health sciences pathways that al-
lows students to explore the many professional careers in the medical
field. The Pre-Med pathway incorporates Honors and Advanced Place-
ment math and science courses, as well as electives that include Health
Careers Exploration, Biotechnology, Principles of IT (Information Tech-
nology) in health Careers, and an on-site internship at a local health care
facility.
Academy of Art (AOA)
Are you an aspiring arts or future film maker?
Welcome to the world of art!
Students in the Academy of Arts prepare for college and
career through projects and presentations highlighting student’s love of
visual art, performing art, and computer generated art. Students are given
educational opportunities through museums, plays, college mentors, and
business partnerships from the community.
AOA courses include 3D Art, Drama, Digital Design, Film and Video,
Web Design, Technical Core, Media Technology, Photography, Ad-
vanced Photography, Oil Painting, Drawing/Sketching, AP Art History,
Art Concepts, Orchestra, and Choir.