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Beardsley Elementary, Elkhart Community Schools Appendix Table of Contents IDOE School Improvement Grant Slide Show for Board Presentation ................................................................................................................. Al Board of School Trustees Minutes, August 23, 2016 ................................................................................... A6 Sign in Sheet for meeting with Elkhart Teachers' Association Representatives .................................... All Grant writing training in logic model... ........................................................................ .................................. A12 Letter of Support from Northern Indiana Hispanic Health Coalition Letter of Support.. ......................A13 Elkhart Community Schools 2016-17 Assessment Calendar ......................................................................A14 Disaggregated ISTEP+ 2014 and 2015 ............................................................................................................ AlS 2016 Spring NWEA Math Mean RIT................................................... ....................... ......................................A16 2016 Spring NWEA Reading Mean RIT................................................................................. ..........................A17 2016 Spring NWEA Language Mean RIT........................................................................................................ A18 Beardsley IREAD-3 Trend Data ........................................................................................................................ A19 INTASS Schedule for Developing New Teacher Evaluation System ........................... ... .............................A20 Letter from the Deputy Superintendent and Fixed &Flexible Framework................................................A21 Resume from Current Principal, Proposed Mentor/Professional Developer........................................... A26 AdvancEd's eleotrM ............................................................................................................................................ A27 IDOE Classroom Observation Tool . ........ ..... ............................... ..................................................................... A29 Resume for Administrator Responsible for Grant Oversight ...................................................................... A31 Minutes of the Public Work Session for the Board of School Trustees where SIG was discussed ........ A34 Letter of Support from President, Board of School Trustees......................................................................A36 Letter of Support from the Superintendent .. ..................................... ..... ... ...................................................A37 Letter of Support from the Elkhart Teachers' Association ...........................................................................A38 Hiring Policies for Elkhart Community Schools ... ..... ......................................................................................A39 SIG District Monitoring Form - BEARDSELY... ........................ .............. .... ....................................................... A42

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  • Beardsley Elementary, Elkhart Community Schools Appendix Table of Contents IDOE School Improvement Grant

    Slide Show for Board Presentation ................................................................................................................. Al

    Board of School Trustees Minutes, August 23, 2016 ................................................................................... A6

    Sign in Sheet for meeting with Elkhart Teachers' Association Representatives .................................... All

    Grant writing training in logic model... .......................................................................................................... A12

    Letter of Support from Northern Indiana Hispanic Health Coalition Letter of Support.. ...................... A13

    Elkhart Community Schools 2016-17 Assessment Calendar ...................................................................... A14

    Disaggregated ISTEP+ 2014 and 2015 ............................................................................................................ AlS

    2016 Spring NWEA Math Mean RIT....................................... ............ ............................................................. A16

    2016 Spring NWEA Reading Mean RIT................................................................................. .......................... A17

    2016 Spring NWEA Language Mean RIT........................................................................................................ A18

    Beardsley IREAD-3 Trend Data ........................................................................................................................ A19

    INTASS Schedule for Developing New Teacher Evaluation System .............................. ............................. A20

    Letter from the Deputy Superintendent and Fixed &Flexible Framework ................................................ A21

    Resume from Current Principal, Proposed Mentor/Professional Developer ........................................... A26

    AdvancEd's eleotrM ............................................................................................................................................ A27

    IDOE Classroom Observation Tool. ........ ......................................................................................................... A29

    Resume for Administrator Responsible for Grant Oversight ...................................................................... A31

    Minutes of the Public Work Session for the Board of School Trustees where SIG was discussed ........ A34

    Letter of Support from President, Board of School Trustees ...................................................................... A36

    Letter of Support from the Superintendent.. ..................................... .................. ......................................... A37

    Letter of Support from the Elkhart Teachers' Association ........................................................................... A38

    Hiring Policies for Elkhart Community Schools... ........................................................................................... A39

    SIG District Monitoring Form - BEARDSELY... ........................ ......................................................................... A42

  • 8/30/2016

    Indiana Department of Education

    Glenda Ritz, NBCT Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction

    Tille I - 1003(g} School Improvement Gront Applicotion SY 2011,-2017

    For Focus and Priority Schools

    Timeline: Release of information: July 12, 2016 Application due: August 30, 2016 Award notification: September 30, 2016

    Available Funding: $50,000 - $2,000,000 per year

    Chamberlain Elementary School

    Goshen Communily Schools

    Fairview Elementary School Monro~ County Community School Corp

    YEAR1FUNDS (2014-2015)

    $573,498.35

    $242,416.25

    YEAR2FUNDS (2015-2016)

    $593,287.65

    $292,000.00

    YEAR3FUNDS (2016-2017)

    $596,599.15

    $161.066.46

  • 8/30/2016

    Bon Air Application

    Kokomo Application

    BridgepointApplication $141.125 $162,420 $162,420 Greater Clark Application

    Hosford Park Application $383,950.00 $186,990.30 $170,835 Lake Ridge Application

    Lal

  • 8/30/2016

    Transformation Model Requirements Provision of a Mentor for Principal

    Redesign of the current leadership structure in lhe building

    Use of a teacher evaluation system which takes student growth into account as a significant factor (current Indiana requirement

    anyway)

    Providing staff with financial incentives & opportunities for leadership development

    Increased learning time for students and staff

    10. Typesofincreased leaming time offered: -Longer Schoo] Year- LSY -Before/After School-HAS 1-Weekend School- WES I

    I-Longer School Day- LSD -Summer School- SS -Other- OTII

    Options for developing teacher and school leader effectiveness; comprehensive instructional reform strategies; creating community

    oriented schools; and providing operational flexibility and sustained support.

    Part 10: LEA Capacity to Implement

    Planning for sustainability

    School Board, Superintendent, and Teachers' Union fully

    comn1itted to eliminating barriers in staffing, curriculum,

    calendar and operational flexibility

    District has a robust process to select staff for the building

    District has process for monitoring and supporting the

    implementation of model

  • 8/30/2016

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  • 8/30/2016

    Key Features: Beardsley Elementary

    -+ Boys/Girls Club Partnership

    -+ STEM Focus/Certification

    Key Features: Roosevelt STEAM Academy

    -+ Science and Music Partnerships

    -+ STEM Certification

    Key Features: Beck Elementary

    -+ Head Start Partnership

    -+ Lab School agreement with IUSB

    Key Features: Pierre Moran Middle School

    -+ Expansion of Roosevelt STEAM

    -+ Middle School Choice

  • MINUTES

    OF THE REGULAR MEETING

    OF THE BOARD OF SCHOOL TRUSTEES

    Elkhart Community Schools

    Elkhart, Indiana

    August 23, 2016

    J. C. Rice Educational Services Center, 2720 California Rd, Elkhart - 7 :00 p.m.

    Board Members Glenn L. Duncan Carolyn R. Morris Present: Susan C. Daiber Dorisanne H. Nielsen

    Karen S. Carter Jeri E. Stahr Douglas K. Weaver

    President Glenn Duncan called the regular meeting of the Board of School Trustees to order. The Pledge of allegiance was recited.

    Mr. Duncan discussed the invitation to speak protocol.

    By unanimous action, the Board approved the following minutes: August 9, 2016 - Public Work Session August 9, 2016 - Regular Board Meeting August 11, 2016 - Board Retreat/Work Session August 16, 2016 - Public Work Session

    Shawn Hannon, assistant superintendent of communication and data, presented a communication update. The report included recent media coverage; an upcoming story including a podcast about new food service offerings; and upcoming events.

    By unanimous action, the Board approved payment of claims totaling $4,184,704.56 as shown on the August 23, 2016, claims listing. (Codified File 1617-21)

    The Board received a financial report for the period January 1 - July 31, 2016 and found it to be in order.

    Kevin Scott, chief financial officer, reported the following fund loans were made on July 31, 2016: $900,000.00 from the Debt Services Fund to Pension Bond Debt Services Fund.

    By unanimous action, the Board accepted with appreciation a donation of $500.00 from Mr. and Mrs. Panaderia Hernandez to Memorial High School (MHS) boys' soccer team.

    Kevin Scott presented the proposed 2017 Budget, Capital Projects and Bus Replacement Plans for review. Budgets are reported to the state through the Gateway online reporting system, as required by the Indiana Department of Local Government Finance (DLGF). Mr. Scott reviewed the various budget documents. He also reported a public hearing will be held to present the budget on September 13, 2016.

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    Place/Time

    Roll Call

    Call to Order/Pledge

    Protocol

    Approval of Minutes

    Communication Update

    Payment of Claims

    Financial Report

    Fund Loans

    Gi~ Acceptance

    2017 Budget

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  • By unanimous action, the Board authorized Kevin Scott to advertise the required documents related to the 2017 Budget, Capital Projects and Bus Replacement Plans.

    By unanimous action, the Board approved an extra-curricular purchase of a new DSLR camera for Memorial High School Art Department in the amount of $974.85. The Rockefeller extra-curricular fund will be used.

    By unanimous action, the Board approved proposed school fund raisers in accordance with Board policy. The funds raised through the listed activities are deposited into each school's extra-curricular fund. (Codified File 1617-22)

    By unanimous action, the Board approved the proposed lease for space at Beardsley School with Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart. The lease was executed by Superintendent Robert Haworth and Kevin Deary, President/CEO of Boys & Girls Club of Elkhart. (Codified File 1617-23)

    President Duncan opened a public hearing on the proposed Lease for Beardsley School Improvements, with no comments from the audience, the hearing was closed.

    By unanimous action, the Board adopted a resolution confirming the second amendment to lease between Elkhart community Schools and the Elkhart School Building Corporation. (Codified File 1617-24)

    By unanimous action, the Board adopted a resolution for additional appropriation for the use of bond proceeds to complete building improvements at Beardsley School. (Codified File 1617-25)

    Doug Hasler reviewed the design/bid process. Project proposals were 17thsubmitted on August and the technical review team scored the

    proposals on qualified improvements. Doug Hasler opened and announced the base bid and alternates pricing for project proposals relating to improvements at Beardsley School submitted by Ancon Construction and DJ Construction. A Special Meeting was requested to review the final proposals and selection of a contractor on Friday, August 26th at 8: 15 a.m. (Codified File 1617-26)

    Doug Hasler reported the lease agreement regarding the future aquatic center with Beacon Health Systems and the Community Foundation of Elkhart County is still being reviewed.

    By unanimous action, the Board approved proposed revisions to Board Policy GDBA-13, Permanent Substitute Teachers' Compensation Plan, as initially presented at the Board's August 9 th meeting.

    Permission to Advertise

    Extra Curricu lar Purchase

    Fund raiser Approval

    Lease with Boys & Girls Club

    Public Hearing

    Resolution Confirming Second Amendment

    Resolution of Additional Appropriation

    Opening of Sealed Price Proposals

    Partnership Agreement Update

    Board Policy GDBA-13

    2. A,

  • By unanimous action, the Board approved the submission of a School Improvement Grant regarding Beardsley Elementary, Mary Beck Elementary, Pierre Moran Middle School and Roosevelt STEAM Academy to the Indiana Department of Education. (Codified File 1617-27)

    By unanimous action, the Board approved conference leave requests in accordance with Board policy for staff members as recommended by the administration on the August 23, 2016 listing and addendum . (Codified File 1617-28)

    By unanimous action, the Board approved the following personnel recommendations of the administration:

    An agreement regarding employee compensation for a certified staff member. (Codified File 1617-29)

    Employment of the following thirteen (13) certified staff members for the 2016-2017 school year:

    Jacqueline Collins - grade 6 at Monger David Degaldo - Air Force JR ROTC at Central Shelby Dobson - grade 3 at Riverview Julie Guthrie - special education at Hawthorne Kenneth Helbling - digital media at Career Center Micah Helmuth - socia l studies at Pierre Moran Lori Hoese - business at West Side Sarah Horn - math at Memorial Kelsey Kilmer - grade 1 at Daly Kristine Martin - business ed at Central (part-time) Jackie Nemeth - ESL at North Side Yvette Wigfall - language arts at Pierre Moran Brent Yoder - language arts at Pierre Moran

    Resignation of the following four ( 4) certified employees effective on dates indicated:

    Shanter Alexander - psychologist at ESC, 8/12/16 Angela Balmer - grade 2 at Roosevelt, 8/31/16 Ashley Carlson - specia l education at Hawthorne, 8/19/16 Angel Hernandez - grade 5 at Beck, 8/5/16

    Retirement of Jackie Tinsley, custodian at Osolo, effective 10/14/16 after 17 years of service.

    Resignation of the following ten (10) classified staff members effective on dates indicated:

    Nina Bayes - paraprofessional at Daly, 8/1/16 Cheryl DeJohn - paraprofessional at Daly, 8/3/16 Fred Dills - custodian at Memorial, 8/9/16 Karen Gadson - paraprofessional at Beardsley, 7 /21/16 Rose House - bus driver at Transportation, 8/18/16 Shawn House - bus driver at Transportation, 8/18/16

    Grant Approval

    Conference Leaves

    Personnel Report

    Consent Agreement

    Certified Employment

    Certified Resignation

    Classified Retirement

    Classified Resignation

    3. AB

  • Laterica Hubbard - food service at Beardsley, 8/15/16 Linda Jones - bus driver unassign at Transportation, 8/24/16 Molly Loeffelholz - speech therapist at Beardsley, 8/26/16 Angela Neal - secretary at ESC, 8/12/16

    Regular employment for the following two (2) classified employees who have successfully completed their probationary periods, on dates indicated:

    ShaTeisa Davis - custod ian at Pierre Moran, 8/15/16 Meghan Swihart - academic trainer at Osolo, 8/19/16

    Termination of the following three (3) classified employees effective on dates indicated:

    Jennifer Massing - bus driver at Transportation, 8/23/16, in accordance with Board Policy GDPD Section 1, a, c, and g

    Jessica Owens - bus helper at Transportation, 8/23/16, in accordance with Board Policy GDPD Section 1, a, c and g

    Larry Schumacher - bus driver unassign at Transportation, 8/23/16, in accordance with Board Policy GDPD Section 1, a, c, and g

    Unpaid leave of absence for Haley Burkhart, physical therapist at PACE, beginning 8/2/16 and ending on 12/16/16.

    By unanimous action, the Board approved the reconfiguration of the grade spans of Central, Memorial and Elkhart Alternative Education through grade 14, to allow reporting students in Schools Without Walls to the IDOE as presented by Superintendent Haworth.

    Classified Employment

    Classified Termination

    Leave of Absence

    From the Superintendent

    4.

  • The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:10 p.m.

    APPROVED:

    Glenn L. Duncan, President

    Susan C. Daiber, Vice President

    Karen S. Carter, Secretary

    Carolyn R. Morris, Member

    Dorisanne H. Nielsen, Member

    Jeri E. Stahr, Member

    Douglas K. Weaver, Member

    Adjournment

    Signatures

    5.

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  • NIHHC

    Saulo l Delgado President

    * Andy Spite

    Vice-President

    *

    Toshua Williams

    Secretary

    * Rosa Alba Treasurer

    * Juan Gonzalez

    Member

    *

    Mario Teixeira

    Member

    * John Ferguson

    Member

    Mission Statement "Provide

    preventive health care programs to

    the community through education,

    advocacy, physician referrals, research, and the

    building of leadership among Hispanics, so that

    they may lead healthier

    lifestyles. "

    August 25, 2016

    Glenda Ritz

    Indiana Department of Education

    Superintendent of Public Instruction

    South Tower, Suite 600 Room 229, State House

    Indianapolis, IN 46204

    DearSuperintendentRlt~

    The Northern Indiana Hispanic Health Coalition {NIHHC) is pleased to support Elkhart Community Schools as a partner during the planning phase of the School Improvement

    Grant. The exciting concept of collaborating with Beardsley Elementary to create rich classroom connections serves as motivation for the NIHHC in advancing the details of our

    growing partnership!

    The NIHHC's mission is to provide preventive health care programs to the community through

    education, advocacy, physician referrals, research, and the building of leadership among

    minorities, so that they may lead healthier lifestyles. In keeping with this mission, the NIHHC

    looks forward to educating and inspiring a new generation of health-conscious students!

    Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 574-522-0966.

    Sincerely,

    Liliana Quintero

    Executive Director

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    444 North Nappanee St., Elkhart, IN Tel: 574.522.0966 Fax: 574.522.0354 I J

  • Elkhart Community Schools

    2016-17 Assessment Calendar

    Name of Assessment Window Begins Window Ends

    NWEA- Fall Online Grades K - 9* August22,2016 September 9, 2016

    NO SCHOOL - Labor Day September 5, 2016

    End of 1st Grading Period September 30, 2016

    ACCUPLACER Part 1 Online Grade 11 October 3, 2016 November 23, 2016

    NO SCHOOL - Fall Break October 17, 2016 October 21, 2016

    CogAT Screener Paper/pencil Grades K and 2** November 7 , 2016 November 11, 2016

    NWEA - Winter Online Grades K - 9* November 28, 2016 December 16, 2016

    Winter ECA - Algebra 1 Online and Paper/pencil Retesters Grades 11 & 12 only December 5, 2016 December 16, 2016

    Winter ECA - English 10 Online and Paper/pencil Retesters Grades 11 & 12 only December 5, 2016 December 16, 2016

    End of 2nd Grading Period December 16, 2016

    NO SCHOOL - Winter Break December 19, 2016 January 2, 2017

    ACCESS (WIDA) Online and Paper/pencil LEP Grades K-12 January 9, 2017 February 24, 201 7

    ISTAR Part 1 Online Grades 3 - 8, 10 January 9, 2017 February 3, 2017

    NO SCHOOL - Martin Luther King Day January 16, 2017

    CogAT Full Paper/pencil Grades K, 2 and 5 (only a subset)"* January 30, 2017 February 3, 2017

    NAEP - Mary Daly Grade4 January 31, 2017 January 31 , 2017

    NAEP - West Side Grade 8 February 1, 2017 Februa1y 1, 201 7

    NO SCHOOL - PIT Conferences February 2, 2017

    NAEP - Monger Grade 4 February 8, 2017 February 8, 2017

    NO SCHOOL - President's Day Recess February 20, 2017

    ACCUPLACER Part 2 Online Grade 11 February 13, 2017 March 31 , 2017

    NAEP - North Side Grade 8 February 16, 2017 February 16, 2017

    ISTEP+ Part 1 - Paper/pencil (Applied Skills) Grades 3- 8, 10 February 27, 2017 March 10, 2017

    End of 3rd Grading Period March 10, 2017

    IREAD-3 Spring Online and Paper/pencil Grade 3 March 13, 2017 March 17, 2017

    NO SCHOOL - Spring Break April 3, 2017 April 7, 2017

    ISTAR Part2 Online Grades 3 - 8, 10 April 10, 2017 May 19, 2017

    ISTEP+ Part 2 - Online (Multiple-Choice & Technology-Enhanced Items) Grades 3 - 8, 10 April17,2017 May 5, 2017

    NWEA - Spring Online Grades K- 9* May 8, 2017 May 26, 2017

    Spring ECA - Algebra 1 Online and Paper/pencil Retesters Grades 11 & 12 only May 8, 2017 May 26, 2017

    Spring EGA - English 10 Online and Paper/pencil Retesters Grades 11 & 12 only May 8, 2017 May 26, 201 7

    NAEP - Pierre Moran Grade 8 May 10, 2017 May 10, 2017

    End of 4th Grading Period May 26, 2017

    IREAD-3 Summer Online only Grade 3 May 30, 2017 July 21, 2017

    Summer EGA - Algebra 1 Online only Retesters Grades 11 & 12 only August 21, 2017 September 1, 2017

    Summer EGA - English 1 O Online only Retesters Grades 11 & 12 only August 21, 2017 September 1, 2017

    Data required for S_chool lmprovemen_t Plan 0 Data required for High Ability Grant

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  • 4 ~ INTASS Proposal

    Elkhart Community Schools

    8/ 2016

    Component Work Activity Who Timeline Number of Cost Facilitated Days?

    1.0 Develop purpose and belief Elkhart Team Completed 1 $1500 Purpose and Belief statements for Elkhart teacher INTASS team October 2016 Statements evaluation plan 2.0 Review action plan and create a Elkhart Team Completed None 0 Communication Plan system of communication and January 2017

    feedback 4.1 Select a new observation rubric. Elkhart Team Subgroups None 0 Observation Rubric Evaluation team breaks into work Sept-

    subgroups to research and investigate November selected research base rubrics using Final decision the evaluation rubric tool. by December,

    2016 4.3, 4.4, 4.5, 4.7 and 6.0 Review action plan and develop Elkhart Team February 2017 1 $1500 Observation and aspects of the various components INTASS Team Evaluation related to timelines and protocols. Timelines /Protocols, Evidence, Pre/post Conferences, Feedback

    5.0, 7.0 and 9.0 Review action plan and develop Elkhart Team March 2017 1 $1500 Weights and sections of plan related to student INTASS Team Assessments learning weights and measures. 3.0, 4.2,4.6, 8.0, 10.0, Review action plan and develop Elkhart April 2017 1 $1500 11.0 and 12.0 sections of the plan related to data, Leadership Data collection, oversight, evaluators, compliance and INTASSTeam evaluators, compliance, PD Oversight committee, and PD Total $6,000

  • DAWN MCGRATH, ED.D. DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT

    PHONE: 574-262-5559 FAX: 574-262-5556 EMAIL: [email protected]

    *********************

    ELKHART COMMUNITY SCHOOLS J.C. RICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CENTER 2720 CALIFORNIA ROAD ELKHART, IN 46514 PHONE: 574-262-5500

    August 30, 2016

    Selection Committee:

    Elkhart Community Schools and the broader City of Elkhart are on the threshold of a promising future. At one time many years

    ago, Elkhart was the home to the greatest number of millionaires in the country. Just eight years ago, Elkhart County led the

    nation in the number of jobs lost. Within the last two years, we were recognized in leading in the numbers of jobs added.

    Although many of the jobs added are entry level and industry work, currently our jobless rate is around 4%. The area businesses

    recently received one of the Vibrant Cities grants from the State. Elkhart is a place of great hope. At the same time, our school

    corporation loses 1,000 students a year to neighboring schools. We have committed ourselves to the mission of making Elkhart

    an educational destination place. Many of the pieces are there to turn it around.

    I came to Elkhart just over a year ago, drawn to the incredible opportunity for service. There is much work to be done to bring

    the school system into the 21st century on many levels such as implementation of effective practices, access to technology, and

    expectations of global engagement. The Board of School Trustees has nearly completed a ten year strategic plan on which they

    have been working with the community over the course of the last year. In writing these School Improvement Grants to align

    with the formation of the broader strategy, so many people of Elkhart worked diligently during a very busy time of year to put

    our best ideas out for your review. We are so grateful for the opportunity to promote what is possible.

    The concepts on which the four School Improvement Grants are written uniquely plays into the master plan of development for

    the region . We are so excited about turning Mary Beck Elementary into a community destination point by bringing the IUSB

    Lab School to the upper floor and a Head Start Child Center in the bottom floor. Connecting the progress of Roosevelt STEAM

    Academy to investments in Pierre Moran Middle School on the same city block brings to the campus a synergy of fine arts and

    science . Relocating the central office headquarte rs of the corporation to share the facility with PMMS and changing that

    middle school into a "choice" program, makes a strong statement of our commitment and pride in the neighborhood. The long

    list of non-profit, business and university partners continues with the ties that Beardsley Elementary has established in their

    plans for a "Wellness Academy" with Beacon Health and the India na Hispanic Health Coalition. Just last week, the Board of

    School Trustees signed a contract to build onto Beardsley a shared facility with the Boys and Girls Club for collaborative

    morning, evening, and weekend programming. Our four focus and priority schools are poised for excellence.

    The next four pages are copies of the slideshow that I have been using over the past year to help explain our intention for all of

    these schools to attain accreditation through AdvancEd. All four of these grants are written with this framework in mind. We

    have explained our intention to facilitate the Instructional Cycle process within every discipline, first establishing district

    quarterly building blocks of the guaranteed curriculum, then identifying foundational common assessments, coordinating any

    district purchases, monitoring implementation and evaluating the effectiveness of the program. This is the fixed frame of what

    the district intends to do to assure quality.

    At the same time, we are encouraging each school and teacher to move beyond those foundational pieces to develop very

    distinct characteristics within their building, establishing partnerships and au thentic experiences that connect with their unique

    interdisciplinary themes and opportunities for college and career connections. Whether it is a STEM context, a Fine Arts

    context, an International context, or some other combination of enriched programming, the district will provide the anchor that

    assures quality throughout our schools.

    Thank you so much for the work that you do to lift up the schools of the State.

    .41,,1

    WHER L A NING AS No LIMITS

    mailto:[email protected]

  • 8/28/2016

    Elkhart Community Schools

    Frameworks for what is

    Fixed and Flexible

    Delivered throughout the

    2015- 2016 School Year to

    School Administrators, Teachers,

    Community Members and School Board

    Standard 1: Purpose and Direction

    Standard 2: Governance and Leadership

    Standard 3: Teaching and Assessing for Learning A. Equitable Learning Environment B. High Expectations Environment C. Supportive Learning Environment D. Active Learning Environment E. Progress Monitoring and Feedback Environment F. Well-Managed Learning Environment

    G. Digital Learning Environment

    Standard 4: Resources and Support Systems

    Standard 5: Using Resuits for Continuous Improvement

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    Solid Foundation within Flexible Context

    CONTENT AND SKILL STANDARDS

    CONTENT AND SKILL STANDARDS

  • 8/28/2016

    Solid Foundation within Arts Cont xt

    Solid Foundation within International Context

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  • VALERIE PRILLER

    51985 Bittersweet Road, Granger, IN 46530 H: 574-273-9474 + C: 574-261-8925 + [email protected]

    PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

    Accomplished leadership mentor offering a 14-year track record of success in creating and sustaining high-quality

    programing in dynamic, educational environments. Analytical as well as a global problem solver with exceptional

    decision making capabilities. Leadership style centers around building strong relationships and developing capacity

    among colleagues. Seeking to use extensive experience as a leadership consultant to build sustainable success with schools looking for comprehensive change.

    SKILLS

    Team leadership Proactive mindset Clear communication skills

    Student focused Relationship centered Time management

    Dynamic speaker Collaborative Courageous leadership

    Decision-making ability Goal obtainer Data Analysis expertise

    WORK HISTORY

    Site based admi11istrator - 05/2006 to Curre11t

    Elldiart Community Schools - Elkhart, Indiana

    Initiates strong community partners to impact student success

    Plans, implements, monitors, and assesses classroom instructional programing which

    correlates with the Indiana Department ofEducation

    Coordinates and leads activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth

    Meets with stakeholders to communicate and plan for comprehensive reform Serves as administrator mentor for Elkhart Community Schools beginning in 2012- present

    Instmctio11al Coach/Classroom teacher- 09/1995 to 05/2006

    Elkhart Community Schools - Elkhart, Indiana

    Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents Made strategic decisions regarding student projected outcomes

    Coached several teachers in the district on effective math instruction Planned and led numerous professional development sessions

    Implemented strategies to increase program effectiveness

    Published research aiiicle on effective math instruction

    EDUCATION

    Master of Arts: Education Leadership , 2006

    Indiana University - South Bend

    Bachelor of Science : Elementary Education , 1991

    Purdue University- West Lafayette

    mailto:[email protected]

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    CLASSROOM OBSERVATION TOOL_

    Date School Subject/Grade

    lesson lesson Observer Time in Time out beginning middle lesson end Name

    STUDENT-CENTERED OBSERVATIONS

    A. CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENT A.1 The classroom is safe and free from obstacles with easy access to materials and resources.

    A.2 Room is arranged to support col laborative learning w ith easily identifiable work areas.

    A.3 Academic supports are posted (object ives, goals, poste rs, data)

    A. 4 Students interact with and support each other about their learning.

    A. SCurrent student exemplars are posted to support current learning.

    B. CLASSROOM CULTURE B. 1 High expectations for behavior are evident and students exhibit positive attitudes.

    B.2 High expectations for academics are evident and students strive to meet those expectations.

    B. 3 Tasks and assessments are represented with various DOK to ensure a higher level of rigor.

    B. 4 Risk taking is encouraged by the teacher and students are willing to participate.

    B. 5 Interactions among teachers and students are positive and respectful.

    B. 6 Lessons and activit ies move with a sense of urgency and are goal driven.

    C. BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT C. 1 Evidence of rules and procedures are demonstrated by teachers and students.

    C. 2 Students transition quickly and complete tasks efficiently.

    C. 3 Teache r responds to student behaviors quickly and respectfully.

    C. 4 Students respond quickly to teacher's management techniques. C. 5 Teacher recognizes and reinforces positive behavior.

    VERY EVIDENT EVIDENT NEEDS

    IMPROVEMENT NOT OBSERVED

    Indiana Department of Education - Division ofSchoof Improvement 2015

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    VERY EVIDENT EVIDENT NEEDS

    NOT OBSERVEDSTUDENT-CENTERED OBSERVATIONS IMPROVEMENT

    D. INSTRUCTIONAL EXECUTION D. 1 The lesson objective is aligned to IAS, posted, and referred to during t he lesson.

    D. 2 Students are able to articulate the lesson objective and its purpose.

    D. 3 The teacher provides real-life scenarios and connects content to other areas.

    D. 4 Teacher regularly asks higher level questions and provides higher level tasks to assess learning.

    D. 5 Students are provided differentiated instruction and differentiated tasks.

    D. 6 The teacher consistent ly checks for student understanding and adjusts the lesson as needed.

    E. ENGAGEMENT E. 1 Students are actively engaged in the learning activities (moving beyond compliance)

    E. 2 Students are interested in t he content by interacting/reacting t o material personally.

    E.3 Students are able to articu late the real-world connection to what t hey are learning.

    E.4 Students have multiple opportunities to discuss material with others.

    E.5 Students are utilizing electronic devices and digital resou rces to engage in their learning.

    E.6 Students are utlizing electronic devices to create and co llaborate.

    Notes and Comments

    Indiana Department of Education - Division ofSchool Improvement 2015

  • Education:

    Superintendent License

    High Ability License

    Doctorate of Education

    Masters of Science

    Bachelor of Science

    Work Experiences:

    2015 - Present

    2013-2015

    2011-2013

    2011- 2013:

    2010-2011:

    2009-2010:

    2000-2009:

    Dawn Lisa McGrath, Ed.D. 933 East Beardsley Avenue

    Elkhart, IN 46278 (317) 298-8617

    [email protected]

    Ball State University; January 2015

    Ball State University; December 2014

    Ball State University; May 2006

    Educational Leadership, Director's License

    Northern Illinois University; 1983 Special Education, High Incidence Handicap Post-graduate emphasis: Computers in Education

    Northern Illinois University; 1981

    Special Education, High Incidence Handicap

    Deputy Superintendent, Elkhart Community Schools Accountable for oversight of all processes related to the provision of quality instruction;

    Director of Secondary Education, Hamilton Southeastern Schools Developed and vertically aligned curriculum and instruction. Advanced agreements with Post-Secondary agencies and Universities related to the creation of the College and Career Centers. Administered state, federal and competitive grants. Orchestrated professional development.

    Director of Special Programs, Kokomo-Center Schools Responsible for Title I, Title Ill, Special Education, High Ability, Preschool,

    Alternative Education, Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment,

    Teacher Evaluation and Professional Development

    Adjunct Instructor, ISU

    And Adjunct Instructor, IU-Kokomo

    Post Doctoral Fellow, Indiana State University Adjunct Instructor, IUPUI

    State Director of Special Education, Indiana Department of Education

    Grant Project Director, Indiana Department of Education Responsible for the research, technical development and promulgation of the state assessment and accountability

    A~I

    mailto:[email protected]

  • 1997-2000: Teacher of Special Education, Fishback Creek Public Academy and Eastbrook Elementary, Pike Township, Indianapolis, IN

    1994-1996: Teacher of the Emotionally Handicapped George Buck and Crispus Attucks Middle Schools, Indianapolis, IN

    1989-1994: Teacher of Varying Exceptionalities Glades Middle School, Miami, FL

    1988-1989: Teacher of Learning Disabilities and Emotionally Impaired Northview High School, Grand Rapids, Ml

    1985 - 1988: Teacher of Special Education Eisenhower High School, Blue Island, IL

    Publications:

    McGrath, D. (2009) "Effective Goals Processes: A Training Module for Educators" (public document available

    through the Indiana Department of Education)

    Elliott, S.N., Kettler, R.J ., Beddow, P.A., Kurz, A., Compton, E., McGrath, D., Bruen, C., Hinton, K., Palmer, P., Rodriguez, M ., Bolt, D., & Roach, A.T. (2010). Effects of using modified items to test students with persistent academic difficulties. Excep tional Children, 76(4), 475-495.

    Kettler, R.J., Elliott, S.N., Beddow, P.A., Compton, E., McGrath, D., Kaase, K., Bruen, C., Ford, L., & Hinton, K. (2010). What does an alternate assessment measure? A multitrait-multimethod analysis. Exceptional Children, 76(4), 457-474

    Roach, A. T., McGrath, D., Wixson, C. S., & Talapatra, D. (2010). Aligning an early childhood assessment to state kindergarten standards: Application of a nationally recognized alignment framework. Educational Measurement: Issues and Practice, 29, 25-37.

    Wixson, C.S., Roach, A.T., & McGrath, D. (under review). Evaluating the Vertical Alignment of One State's Early Childhood Assessment System. Infants and Young Children.

    LaSalle, T.P, Roach, A.T. & McGrath, D. {2013) The relationship of IEP quality to curricular access and academic achievement for students with disabilities, 28 (1).

    Grants:

    May 2015 High Ability Competitive Grant for ECS

    October 2015 Innovative elearning Grant for ECS

    May 2014 Making a Difference High Ability Competitive Grant for HSE

    April 2014 IDOE Digital Learning Grant, Competitive for HSE

    December 2013 CECI STEM Teacher Tra ining and Recruitment Grant, Competitive for HSE

  • stMay 2013 21 Century Community Learning Centers, Title IV, Competitive for KCS

    July 2012 Title I 1003(g) Competitive

    July 1, 2000 to 2009: Indiana Department of Education Part B Discretionary Grant "The ICAN Project"

    August 2007 IDEA General Supervision Enhancement Grant, USDOE "Consortium for Modified Alternate Assessment Development and Implementation (CMAADI) Project"

    June 2006 IDEA General Supervision Enhancement Grant, USDOE "The Consortium for Alternate Assessment Validity and Experimental Studies (CAAVES) Project"

    April 2006 Technical Assistance on State Data Collection - IDEA General Supervision Enhancement Grant "ISTAR-KR"

    LinkedlN Profile: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/dawn-mcgrath/3/768/733

    http://www.linkedin.com/pub/dawn-mcgrath/3/768/733

  • MINUTES OF THE

    PUBLIC WORK SESSION

    OF THE

    BOARD OF SCHOOL TRUSTEES

    Elkhart Community Schools

    Elkhart, Indiana

    August 19, 2016

    J. C. Rice Educational Services Center, 2720 California Rd, Elkhart - at 8:30 a .m.

    Board Members Glenn L. Duncan Carolyn R. Morris Present : Susan C. Daiber Dorisanne H. Nielsen

    Karen S. Carter Jeri E. Stahr Douglas K. Weaver

    ECS Personnel Present: Dave Benak Cynthia Keeling Doug Hasler Dawn McGrath Rob Haworth Wesley Molyneaux

    The Board discussed the potential of a survey regarding start times and the school calendar.

    Doug Hasler, Chief Operating Officer, reviewed the Sublease and Shared Use Agreement with Boys & Girls Clubs of Elkhart County.

    Cynthia Keeling, Ag Coordinator, provided an update on the Agri/Science program including: it is the largest program in Indiana; all 8th grade science classes are using state of the art equipment; Farm Bureau has donated 10 Future Farms of America (FFA) jackets; potential for expanding curriculum for 2017.

    Dave Benak, Director of the Elkhart Area Career Center, reviewed the Early College and Polytechnic programs highlighting machine trades, early childhood, automotive collision and refinishing, and requirements for various certifications.

    Wesley Molyneaux, Coordinator of Technical Integration, presented a slide show outlining the professional development and training programs being instituted.

    Dr. Dawn McGrath, Deputy Superintendent, shared information regarding the School Improvement Grant (SIG) application available now and due on August 30, 2016. She established the purpose of the grant as creating urgency for action in struggling schools. She described the specific reform models; the required assurances from the Board, the Superintendent, and the Elkhart Teachers' Association; the timeline of a planning year, three implementation years, and a sustainability year; allowable costs; and possible measurable outcomes. Additionally, she presented the proposed activities in alignment with the strategic planning process, requesting input and direction from the Board. Board members contributed their analysis and recommendations for actions to include in the grant application.

    Time/Place

    Roll Call

    Topics Discussed

  • The Board continued work on priorities and action steps of the strategic plan.

    The meeting adjourned at approximately 2: 30 p.m.

    APPROVED:

    Glenn L. Duncan, President Carolyn R. Morris, Member

    Adjournment

    Signatures

    Susan C. Daiber, Vice President Dorisanne H. Nielsen, Member

    Karen S. Carter, Secretary Jeri E. Stahr, Member

    Douglas K. Weaver, Member

  • August 23, 2016

    BOARD OF SCHOOL TRUSTEES PHONE: 574-262-5506

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    ELKHART COMMUNITY SCHOOLS J.C. RICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CENTER 2720 CALIFORNIA ROAD ELKHART, IN 46514 PHONE: 574-262-5500

    Dear Superintendent Ritz,

    As President of the Board of School Trustees for Elkhart Community Schools, I am pleased, on behalf of

    the Board, to provide this letter approving submission for the School Improvement Grant proposal for

    Beardsley Elementary as detailed in this application.

    Over the past year, the Board has worked diligently to develop an innovative ten year strategic plan for

    our school corporation. This plan provides extensive opportunities for flexibility at the building level

    while assuring the necessary support of the priorities of the plan. The progress of this school is a critical

    focus of the larger strategy and will be sustained as the grant culminates in year five.

    Although Beardsley has made some encouraging progress, this application establishes a reasonable root

    cause analysis for the challenges and aligns this to aggressive interventions. We expect to see an

    increase in our capacity for excellence through systemic support of our teachers, administrators,

    families and other community members. In particular, we are enthusiastic about the key focus areas of:

    Establishing Beardsley Elementary as a community center that supports an active and healthy

    lifestyle through a comprehensive facility and programming collaborative agreement with Boys

    & Girls Club.

    Establishing Beardsley Elementary as a center for high impact rigorous instruction for children

    PreK through 5th grade as evidenced through AdvancEd accreditation.

    The Elkhart Board of Trustees pledges support for the required elements of the Title I transformation

    model as directed by the Indiana Department of the State of Indiana. We appreciate your consideration

    of our application.

    Glen L. Duncan

    President, Board of School Trustees

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  • SUPERINTENDENT'S OFFICE PHONE: 574-2625526

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    ELKHART COMMUNITY SCHOOLS J.C. RICE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES CENTER 2720 CALIFORNIA ROAD ELKHART, IN 46514 PHONE: 574-262-5500

    August 30, 2016

    Dear Superintendent Ritz,

    As the Superintendent of Elkhart Community Schools, I am pleased to submit this letter of assurance for the School Improvement Grant under Section 1003(g) of Title 1 for Pierre Moran Middle School. This Letter of Assurance affirms compliance with requirements applicable to the School Improvement Grants program. During this five-year plan, each of the schools will utilize the resources to participate in the Transformation Model to advance student achievement as well as teacher and administrative growth.

    I understand and give assurance that for each school awarded these valuable resources, I will:

    Provide effective oversight and support for implementation of interventions in their schools Monitor and evaluate the actions a school has taken, as outlined in the approved SIG

    application, to recruit, select, and provide oversight to external providers to ensure their quality.

    Monitor and evaluate the actions schools have taken, as outlined in the approved SIG application, to sustain the reforms after the funding period ends and that will provide technical assistance to schools on how they can sustain progress in the absence of SIG funding.

    Consult with all stakeholders regarding the District's intent to implement a new school improvement plan.

    Establish and maintain fiscal control and fund accounting procedures, as set forth in 34 CFR Part 7 and in applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

    Assist the school in analyzing results from the state assessment system and other relevant examples of student work. Technical assistance will be provided to school staff to enable them to use data to identify and solve problems in curriculum and instruction, to strengthen parental involvement and professional development, and to fulfill other responsibilities that are defined in the school improvement plan.

    Help the schools choose and sustain effective instructional strategies and methods and ensure that the school staff receives high quality professional development relevant to the implementation of instructional strategies. The chosen strategies must be grounded in scientifically based research and address the specific instruction or other issues, such as attendance or graduation rate, that caused the school to be identified for school improvement.

    approve the aims and outlined activities and evaluation processes presented in the School Improvement Grants. Thank you for this opportunity to increase the resources to increase student achievement and to build teacher and administrative capacity.

    Rob Haworth, PhD Superintendent

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  • MEMORANDUM

    TO: Dr. Rob Haworth, Superintendent Elkhart Community Schools

    FROM: Alex Holtz, President Elkhart Teachers' Association

    RE: Letter of Support for School Improvement Grant 1003(g) Applications

    DATE: August 29, 2016

    The Elkhart Teacher's Association supports the application for Title I - 1003(g) School Improvement Grant

    for Beardsley Elementary and Pierre Moran Middle School.

    The rationale for the selection of the Transformation Model has been explained to us. We understand that there are required elements in the Transformation Model that impact teachers:

    We are engaged in improving our teacher evaluation system during this school year. Our system will continue to take into account student growth as a significant factor, as required by this grant.

    Where possible, collaboration of teachers will be encouraged. We are in agreement with the proposal to provide staff with additional pay for extended work time

    associated with increased learning time for students as required by this grant. We understand that the added pay will be equal to the individual's contractual rate times hours worked. We look forward to using the planning phase of the grant to negotiate specificity within this provision.

    Extended work time shall be optional for teachers. When applicable, a temporary differential may be paid to teachers with additional responsibilities We also appreciate the opportunity to compensate teachers for work done outside the normal

    teacher work day when they are on the School Improvement Team or lead their Data Team or Professional Learning Community or other similar leadership roles.

    We are also eager to discuss other financial incentives and opportunities for additional professional

    development as detailed within this grant. Again, collaboration is crucial. We do understand that this agreement does not jeopardize continuing one's contract with the

    district in cases where a teacher chooses not to participate in the special arrangements associated with the program for any given school. In other words, no teacher will lose their job with the district because of activities outlined in the grant although it may be necessary for some teachers to be moved. We understand the order of this process to be (1) teachers apply as volunteer transfers for openings, (2) new teachers apply for openings, (3) continuing teachers may be involuntarily placed.

    We appreciate the continued partnership that respects the interests of the teachers who are dedicated to

    the children of Elkhart Community schools. We are confident that this grant award will improve our ability

    to serve.

  • GCD Board Policy

    CERTIFIED STAFF HIRING

    Section 1. Introduction

    This policy and all hiring practices shall be implemented and administered in a manner consistent with the District's Diversity in Employment Practices Policy, non-discrimination policy and local, state, and federal equal employment oppmtunity laws. In keeping with established goals and objectives of the Elkhart Community Schools and with directives provided by federal and state authority, the administration shall establish procedures for recruitment and selection ofpersonnel that will insure equal employment oppmtunities regardless ofthe applicant's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

    Section 2. Applications

    The superintendent or an authorized designee shall develop and maintain written employment applications for use by persons who apply for certified staff positions. All applications completed by any person desiring consideration for a certified staff position shall be submitted to the superintendent or an authorized designee.

    Section 3. Inte1views

    The superintendent or authorized designee(s) shall interview applicants for the vacant position authorized by the Board to be filled.

    Section 4. Employment Consideration

    Within ten(l 0) days after a request from the Board ofSchool Trustees, the superintendent shall make a report on any person being considered by the school cm]Joration for either a teaching appointment or an indefinite contract. This report must contain the person's teaching preparation, experience, and license.

    Section 5. Selection and Employment

    The superintendent or authorized designee(s) shall consistently seek to select the applicant he or she determines best qualified for the position authorized to be filled, and shall recommend employment for such person to the Board ofSchool Trnstees.

    January 24, 2006

  • Elkhart Community Schools

    Personnel Department

    Hiring Procedures: Teaching Staff

    How are teacher candidates identified?

    - Generally, administrators choose candidates to interview from the ECS applicanf pool. Candidates are placed in_ the applicant pool by successfully meeting the required scores on both an on-line assessment and a 1: 1 screening interview. Both of these screeners are designed to identify teaching candidates with a high probability for success based on intrinsic qualities. Applicants apply on line at http://elkhart.kl2.in.us or complete a paper application. Once an initial application is complete, candidates must continue checking the website for specific openings and indicate their interest by completing a simple form. This process adds their name and documents to that specific position.

    Some teacher candidates are identified by having served the system as a substitute, paraprofessional, student teacher, or intern. The Director ofTalent Recruitment and Management observes and identifies many of these candidates and invites them to complete the screening process.

    Candidates are also identified through recruiting visits to college campuses, educational job fairs, and other places where teaching candidates may gather. Direct contact is made with university officials and other organizations to find qualified teaching candidates in licensing areas of scarcity. Some teaching positions are advertised on the IDOE website, at the university, as well as posted to various on-line websites.

    It is important to realize that the entire pool of candidates changes almost daily. The teaching needs ofthe district changeas well. Late developing vacancies usually result in additional comprehensive reviews of the applications on file. From tlte last stude11t attendance day until August f 1, jobs are posted 011 tlte ECS Web Site at ltttp:/lwww.elkltart.kl2.i11.us, and are continually updated to inform applicants ofcurrent openings. Positions for which candidates have already been identified are removed from the web site.

    How long is an applicant's file maintained?

    An applicant' s file is kept active for two years. rr; after that time, there has been no activity, the information is destroyed. Applications that include scores through the screening process are kept on line indefinitely.

    How can an applicant keep his/her file "active?"

    Applicants can keep their files "active" by calling or writing or by responding to open positions. The two-year limitation on file maintenance starts over with each such contact. Applications that include scores through the screening process are kept on line indefinitely.

    Can applicants add things to their files as they acquire more experience and/or training?

    Updating of information in an applicant's file can be done at any time by either mailing, e-mailing or bringing his/her updated information to the personnel office.

    What is the procedure for notifving applicants regarding the hiring outcome for a particular position?

    The building level administrator selects a candidate and sends a summary sheet to the personnel department. The successful applicant will be called by the Director ofTalent Recruitment and Management and offered the position. He/she will then make an appointment to return to the Personnel office to complete the necessary paperwork and sign a contract. Ifan applicant is selected for an interview and then not selected for a paiticular position, he or she. is notified by mail. This happens shortly after the successful candidate accepts the position.

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  • Appli_cation Information Elkhart Community Schools

    THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN OUR SCHOOL SYSTEM!

    There are two ways to apply for a position with ECS. 1. Apaper application may be obtained at the JC Rice Educational Center at 2720 California Road, Elkhart,

    IN 46514. 2. Electronic applications are also available on the Elkhart Community Schools Website at:

    www.elkhart.k12.in.us.

    General Applications A. On the home page please select "employment", located on the left side bar. B. On the Personnel Department Home page, please select "Applications and Application

    Procedures". C. The Employment Applications page will appear. On this page you may fill out either a certified

    (teacher) or a classified application. D. You will be prompted to enter a code in the first box. You will only use the second box if you have

    an incomplete application with an access code. Access codes are not kept by the Personnel Department. l_f these are lost a new application will have to be started.

    If you are applying for a specific current job opening please utilize the following steps: A. On the home page, please select "employment", located on the left side bar. B. On the Personnel Department page, please select "Current Job Openings". C. On the Current Opportunities Page you will find all opportunities that are currently available.

    Simply click on a position and you will be prompted to either fill out an application by clicking on the blue highlighted link "application", or you can request to be placed as a candidate for said position by simply clicking on the "this form" link, which is highlighted in blue.

    D. If you are a new applicant, once_you click the appropriate link, you will be prompted to enter a code in the first box. You will only use the second box if you have an incomplete applicatio~_ with an access code.

    If you are completing an application, the following materials must be on file before an applicant will be considered for issuing a contract:

    A. Completed Application B. Resume C. Copy/Copies of college or university transcript(s) D. College or university credentials (Credentials should include student teacher experience(s)) E. Copy/Copies of valid teaching certificate(s) F. Copies of National Teachers Examination (NTE) scores and Specialty Area scores (PRAXIS II) and

    required State teacher examina.tion scores. G. All questions must be addressed for consideration as a completed application. Do Not "refer to

    resume".

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  • 8/29/2016 SIG District Monitoring Form - BEARDSLEY

    SIG District Monitoring Form - BEARDSLEY This form will be used to collect weekly information for visits to Mary Beck Elementary. Each District Administrator will make one visit monthly to the building to check in on the following areas of performance

    * Required

    1. Name of Administrator* Mark only one oval.

    Q Dr. Dawn McGrath, Deputy Superintendent O Beth Williams, Director of Federal Programs, ENL Q Kim Boynton, Director of Professional Development 0 Jean Creasbaum, Director of Elementary 0 Wi lliam Kovach, Director of Secondary 0 Tina North, Director of Special Education 0 Tessa Sutton, Coordinator of Connected Learning O Tony England, Associate Superintendent of Student Services

    2. Date *

    Example: December 15, 2012

    3. Time*

    Example: 8:30 AM

    4. Name of Meeting attended or Topic Addressed

    5. School Personnel Visited or in Meeting -1.

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    6. Data Reviewed *

    7. Specific Classrooms Visited

    8. Curriculum Notes

    9. PD Plans Reviewed

    10. Parent Communication Annotations

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    11. Community Programming Discussed

    12. Special Populations Discussed

    13. Resource Requests

    14. Benchmarks or Achievements

    15. Mark only one oval.

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