Goal 1:  By the year 2005, the MSPP Composite Index and the CTBS Median Percentile Rank for Apple Grove Elementary School will reflect the 30-point gains established by the school system’s accountability targets.

Objective 1:  By June 2003 the percent of students who achieve a satisfactory score on the MSPAP and CTBS tests for reading, writing, and language usage will increase as follows:

a.                   MSPAP Grade 3: Reading, from  13.6% in 2001 to  19.6%; Writing, from 24.1% in 2001 to 30.1%; Language Usage, from  29.6% in 2001 to  35.6%%

b.                   MSPAP Grade 5: Reading, from  18.8%% in 2001 to 24.1%; Writing, from 23.2% in 2001 to  29.2%;

Language Usage, from  33.3% in 2000 to 39.3%

c.                   CTBS Reading: Grade 2, from  37%-ile in June 2002 to  43%-ile; Grade 4, from 54%-ile in June 2002 to 60%-ile; Grade 6, from 42%-ile in June 2002 to 48%-ile

Schools will determine the milestone to capture quarterly student progress toward the objective.

Objective 1:  School year 2002 MSPAP and CTBS data will document the following performance levels for its students:

a. MSPAP Grade 3: Reading – 19.6%;                   Writing – 30.1%;                      Language Usage – 35.6%

b. MSPAP Grade 5: Reading – 34.8%;                   Writing – 29.2%;                      Language Usage – 39.3%

c. CTBS Reading: Grade 2 - 43%-ile;                     Grade 4 - 60%-ile;  Grade 6 - 48%-ile

Strategy 1:  Curriculum, instruction and assessment will be aligned with the PGCPS Scope and Sequence documents and the Maryland Learning Outcomes for reading, writing, and language usage.

Activities

Person Respons.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding

1.       The master schedule will provide for weekly grade level planning time to develop long-range plans that align curriculum, instruction, and assessment with the Maryland Learning Outcomes. Administrators and specialists will meet with the grade level teams monthly to monitor implementation of the county reading/language arts  program, as well as, initiatives outlined in the Apple Grove School Improvement Plan.

V.P.

Smith

9/02-6/03

2.       Using the Invitations to Literacy series, students will receive daily reading instruction in the reading/language arts curriculum.  Students reading below grade level will receive differentiated small group instruction daily. Teachers in grades 4 – 6 will use the WILDCATS reading program with their struggling readers. Quarterly benchmark assessments will be administered and the results reported to administrators and teachers by the Reading Specialists. Teachers will be paid to stay beyond the school day to score benchmark assessments. Twenty teachers times $62.50 =  $1250.  $1250. X 3 quarters = $3750. Cost of WILDCATS, 4 levels at $2500 per level plus $500 for additional books and support materials.  Staff development for teachers using WILDCATS = 15 teachers x  $62.50 x 5 half-day training sessions. $10,500 + $4685 = $15,187.5

Reading

Specialist

MooreBey

9/02-6/03

$3750.

SBM #5

$10,500

Comp.Ed

#7

$4685

Comp. Ed.

#8

3. Apple Grove will provide funds to purchase aReading Recovery teacher in order to support and enhance the reading program in kindergarten and first grade.  The Reading Recovery teacher will meet with  K/1 teachers during their planning and  meet with the lowest achieving first grade students to provide Reading Recovery lessons. She will meet with k-2 teachers to provide guidance in developing reading lessons. The county funds tone  .5 Reading Recovery teacher at Apple Grove, SBM money will be used to pay the additional ..5 of the position. $22,393.

Reading

Recovery

Teacher

Madison

9/02-6/03

$22,543.5

SBM #3

4.Logs will continue to be used to encourage reading.  Reading Logs will be collected weekly.  Monthly grade level goals for reading will be established. Students will receive incentives (pencils, pizza, bookmarks, buttons, etc.) to reinforce and encourage independent reading. Top readers will be selected quarterly to participate in a pizza party, attend the Kennedy Center, go roller skating or a similar activity.  Certificates will be awarded at the end of the year based on the number of books read. A chart will be displayed on the bulletin board in the front hall representing each class and the total number of books read.  This chart will also serve to gauge how well the program is functioning.  $150 (cost of incentives) x 3 quarters = $450

Reading

Specialist

MooreBey

9/02-6/03

$450

SBM #12

5. The Reading Specialist will provide training, follow up and support (including demonstration lessons) to teachers in the strategies of Reading to be Informed (including ACE and Reciprocal Teaching). Teachers will use those strategies to integrate reading instruction into all content areas.  A weekly newsmagazine will be used in all classrooms to provide additional material to reinforce the acquisition of this skill.  National Geographic for Kids will be ordered for intermediate classrooms and each intermediate classroom will receive a local newspaper once a week.  Reader response logs and journals will be used in all content areas on a regular basis for open-ended questions and reactions to text. Portfolios with student responses to open-ended questions and summaries based drawn on informational selections will be used for assessment. The administration will schedule their formal observations of professional staff members at a time when they will be teaching this skill (Reading to be Informed). National Geographic for Kids,  $3 x 325 students = $975. 

Vice Principal

Smith

9/02 - 6/03

$1350

SBM # 17

6.4-Square Writing, a highly structured, instructional writing program, will be continued in all grade levels.  During September and October teachers will focus on writing a good informational paragraph using 4-Square strategies.   Teachers will provide frequent assignments where students independently respond to writingq prompts using 4-Square strategies.  Teachers will complete  a  monitoring form detailing grade distribute of 4-Square Writing Assignments biweekly to grade level chairpersons. Results will be reviewed at Grade level meetings and SIT meetings. Teachers new to the building will participate in 4-Square Writing Training during on of the in-service days at the beginning of school.  3 computers and printers will be purchased to support the reading and writing program at Apple Grove. 3 computers at $1150 each and 3 printers at $361 each. Total = $4533.

School

Improv.

Team

Chairperson

Smith

9/02-6/03

$4533

Comp.Ed

#10

7. In order to engage students in independent reading, Drop Everything and Read, sustained silent reading, will continue to be the culminating activity in all classrooms at the end of each day. Support staff will monitor classrooms and report those classes where all students are reading to the office.  Announcements at the end of the day will include the names' of teachers whose students are engaged in DEAR.  Additional classroom libraries will be purchased to facilitate implementation . 30classrooms x $120 for additional books for classroom libraries = $3600.

Reading Specialist

MooreBey

9/01 - 6/15

$2640

TGP

#2

8.  In order to improve classroom discipline so that teachers can devote more time to small group instruction and less time to inappropriate student behavior, the staff at Apple Grove Elementary School will continue to implement the SECOND STEP violence prevention curriculum.  A school climate reflecting positive student behavior and interactions is critical for the development of students' academic, as well as, social skills. Staff development will be held during one August in-service day.  Second Step Kits 4 kits at $330 per kit = $1320

Principal

Ivy

9/02-6/03

$1320

SBM #17

9.. Preparation of students in grades 2 – 6 for the new state mandated tests for CTBS will be accomplished through the use of the Skill Review program begun during the 2000-2001 school year. On Monday of each week, teachers will present a focus lesson on a critical skill assessed on the CTBS.  Warm ups on Tuesdays-Thursdays will review the skill. On Friday the skill will be assessed.  We will also continue to order and use the Terra Nova practice books which are a part of this preparation program. Data from the fall CTBS testing will be analyzed and a list of critical skills identified for each grade level. Grade level teachers will review the CTBS packets developed last year in order to refine and strengthen them in light of fall testing analysis.  Particular attention will be given to improving the language usage component. Terra Nova or other Test Preparation books. 500 students x $4.00 per book x  2 books (math and reading) = $4,000.. 

SIT

Chairperson

Smith

10/02 - 4/03

$2500.

MC #1

$1500

SBM #11

10.  In order to reinforce reading/language arts skills that will be tested on the revamped state assessment program , Apple Grove will organize and implement an after school tutorial program for students in grades 2-6.  The Apple Grove staff will follow the guideline outlined in Region 1’s Monthly Preparation Calendar for CTBS Preparation. Stipends for teachers (10teachers x 10 weeks x 62.50) = $6,250.  Bus transportation home $600. Snacks $400.

$7250.

SBM

#4

#8

#9

Goal 1:  Student Achievement      Objective 1: MSPAP Reading, Writing, Language Usage; and CTBS

Strategy 2:  Develop and implement programs to strengthen the academic experiences of students in grades K-3 to prevent early school failure.

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11.  The Reading Recovery teachers will provide instruction to first grade at risk students (lowest 10%). The Reading Recovery teacher will also provide support to classroom teachers in the use of  emergent reading strategies, curriculum guides, materials and daily lesson planning. Primary Project will be instituted in kindergarten and first grade classes in order to improve phonetic analysis skills. Reading Recovery teachers will meet with k/2 teachers during grade level planning sessions. Materials of Instruction to support k/1 reading program including supplementary books and manipulative materials $6573.  Additional trade books to support 2/3 reading program, $2219. Student Handwritng books for second grade  = $1010.

Reading

Recovery

Teacher

9/02-6/03

$3117

TP #3

$3456

Comp. Ed

#5

$2219

Comp. Ed.

#9

$1010

SBM #13

12.  In order to reduce class size, a n additional teacher will be purchased for grades two , and six.  The Science Lab teacher and Math Lab teacher will become classroom teachers in order to further reduce class size. We have been unable to  fill the Media Specialist position for three years.  We will continue to employ an paraprofessional for our library/media needs. Additional classroom materials, including some furniture to equip new classrooms, will be purchased.  Estimated costs of curriculum maters and furniture = $5000.  Teacher =$45087.  Teacher with benefits + $50,445. Media paraprofessional = $28,572.

Ivy

9/02 – 6/03

$45,087

Targ. Pov. #1

$50,445

Comp.Ed #1

$5000.

SBM #16

$28,572 

SBM #1

Strategy 3:  Develop, implement, and evaluate  differentiated instructional delivery to ensure the success of traditionally underrepresented students:  LEP students, students in poverty, males and/or African-American students.

13.  A series of programs and guest speakers/readers will be developed to focus on the importance and joy of reading.  The I Like Me kindergarten book program and All About Me first grade book program will be held in the spring.  The traditional Halloween parade will be replaced with a "Parade of Book Characters”. The school will participate in the Read Across American celebration during March.  The Reading/Language Arts Committee will explore additional programs and speakers that emphasize the importance of and enjoyment found in reading.

Reading

Specialist

MooreBey

9/02 - 6/03

14.  The HOSTS Program, a one-on-one reading and mentoring program, will be continued and expanded.  Thirty below grade level readers will be identified by their teachers to participate in the HOSTS program.  Each student will be assessed to determine his/her instructional level and learning objectives.  Using this information and an electronic database, an individualized plan will be developed. Detailed lesson plans will be developed and HOSTS mentors will follow these plans when working with students. Pre and Post computerized testing will be used to assess students' progress.  We have been unable to fill this position with a professional educator.  We will continue to use a paraprofessional educator in this position. $28,572. 

HOST

Coordinator

Humphrey

9/01 - 6/02

$28.572

SBM #2

15. In order to provide additional practice in the domain of Reading to Be Informed, teachers will integrate the Science Trade Books provided by the county Science Department into their instructional reading program. Topics covered in these nonfiction selections typically appeal to male students (snakes, frogs, etc.) Open-ended questions developed by the Science Department will be used to assess student progress in the domain of Reading to Be Informed. Each grade level will be allotted $ 780 to buy a combination of additional science trade books and science kits. $780 per grade level x 7 grade levels. Reading to be Informed will also be integrated into Social Studies Lessons. Money for maps, globes, and Social Studies trade books.

$5600

Comp. Ed

#5

$1715

SBM

#15

In order to promote parent involvement, we will implement Partners in Print, a program that unites teachers, parents, and children to foster lifelong reading success. Program materials, $1020.  Cost of workshop facilitator $62.50 x 5 = $312.50.  Light refreshments $200.  Lending Library = $654.50

Reading

Specialist

MooreBey

9/02 - 6/03

$1020

Comp. Ed #11

$312.50

Comp. Ed #12

$200

Comp Ed. #13

$654.50

Comp.Ed.#14

Goal 1:  Student Achievement      Objective 1: MSPAP Reading, Writing, Language Usage; and CTBS

Strategy 4: Identify appropriate interventions throughout the school year to assist students who are struggling academically, underachieving, or at risk of failure.

16. The Reading Specialists will provide support to teachers through staff development opportunities, grade level planning sessions and demonstration lessons to ensure full implementation of curriculum materials, especially as to how these materials support differentiated instructional delivery to at-risk students.  The Reading Specialists will assist teachers in interpreting the results of benchmark assessments and suggest instructional modifications based on student performance of the tests. Teachers will be provided opportunities to participate in staff development initiatives that occur in locations outside of Apple Grove.  Substitutes at  $64 X  16. Teacher stipends 16 X $62.50.

Reading Specialists

MooreBey

9/02 - 6/03

$1025

MC #2

$1200

MC #3

18.  Staff members will continue to incorporate strategies learned in previous staff development sessions on Multiple Intelligiences, GESA,TESA, and Jack Wolf's Brain Based Learning. A mentor teacher will provide training in these strategies to teachers new to the building during monthly new teacher meetings.

Mentor

Teacher

9/02 - 6/03

Strategy 5: Identify and implement programs and supports to increase inclusion of students with disabilities in the general curriculum and State and local accountability programs, as articulated in the 1997 IDEA amendments.

19.  The CSES or Special Education Resource teacher will conduct an inservice for all teachers on inclusion techniques, accommodations and curriculum modifications.  These strategies will be incorporated into each teacher's daily lessons.  During the August staff development days, 504 Plans, Functional  Behavior and IEP's will be reviewed with professional staff.

20.  Resource teachers will meet at the beginning of the school year and at the end of each quarter with classroom teachers of students with IEPs to monitor progress and adjust instruction of Special Education students.  If a student is not meeting success in the regular classroom, problems will be identified and program adjustments made.  One substitute per quarter ($64) X 4 quarters = $256. Classroom teachers will attend the School Instructional Team Meetings as needed.  These meetings are held for a half day each week.  20 substitue days x $64 dollars a day = $1280.

Special Education

Resource Teacher

11/01-4/02

$1500

SBM #6

Strategy 6: Strengthen the overall instructional program to increase the number of students who are fully prepared for the middle school academic program.

21. Sixth grade students will receive instruction in4-Square Writing.  Teachers who did not receive training in 4-Square Writing last year will receive training in the fall.  Students will be given ample opportunities to use power writing strategies when responding to limited and extended writing prompts in all content writing activities.   Teachers will complete forms bi-weekly showing grade distribution. Grade Level Chairpersons will collect forms and analyze and discuss results during grade level planning.  Form will be submitted to SIT Chairperson.  Results will be reported on quarterly School Improvement Monitoring Tool.

School Improvement Team Chairperson

Smith

9/02 - 6/03

23. In order to enhance students' organizational skills and encourage home-school communications, sixth grade students, as well as students in grades K-5, will be required to use a school agenda book.  The book will be used to record assignments, long range projects and send messages from school to home and home to school.  Additional administrative materials to support the general educational program, including a copying machine, and other stationary

supplies necessary for instruction will be purchased.  Copy machine = $7000.

  Stationary supplies = $5000.

Secretary

Byrd

9/02 - 6/03

$4000

Comp.Ed

#4

$7000

SBM #17

$5000

SBM #10

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                      Objective 2: MSPAP Mathematics and CTBS Math

Objective 2:  By June 2002, the percent of students who achieve a satisfactory score on the MSPAP and CTBS tests for mathematics will increase as follows:

a. MSPAP: Grade 3, from  10.8  in June 2001 to  16.8%; Grade 5, from  11.4% in June 2001 to  17.4%;

b. CTBS Reading: Grade 2, from  54%-ile in June 2001 to 60%-ile; Grade 4, from  43%-ile in June 2001

to 49%-ile; Grade 6, from 49%-ile in June 2001 to 54%-ile

Schools will determine the milestone to capture quarterly student progress toward the objective.

Objective 2:  School year 2002 MSPAP and CTBS data will document the following performance levels for its students:

a. MSPAP:  Grade 3 Mathematics - 14%; Grade 5 Mathematics - 21%

b. CTBS Mathematics: Grade 2 - 60%-ile;    Grade 4 - 43%-ile;                               Grade 6 - 54%-ile

Strategy 1:  Curriculum, instruction and assessment will be aligned with the PGCPS Scope and Sequence documents and the Maryland Learning Outcomes for Mathematics.

Activities

Person Respons.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1. The master schedule will provide for  weekly grade level planning time to develop long-range plans that align curriculum, instruction, and assessment with Maryland Learning Outcomes. Specialists and administrators will meet with the grade level teams weekly to monitor implementation of the county math program, as well as, other initiatives outlined in the Apple Grove School Improvement Plan.

V.P.

Smith

9/02-6/03

2.  A staff development session will be provided for all staff on "Teaching Problem Solving." The staff will be shown practical techniques for making problem solving understandable for students.  Follow-up sessions will be conducted as needed, to allow teachers to share success. The 4-Step Problem Solving Chart will be displayed in all classrooms. We will continue to use the SIP reporting form developed in 2000-2001 to monitor progress in this area.  Grade Level Chairpersons will collect forms from teachers on their grade level, data will be discussed at grade level meetings and forms submitted to Chairman of the School Improvement Team.

Principal

Ivy

8/02 – 6/03

4.  Teachers will provide a daily word problem as a warm-up.  Problems will be kept in students' math journal. Students will solve the problem using the four-step problem solving process in the SF/AW series. Weekly teacher assessments of the 4-Step plan will be used to show effectiveness.  We will continue to use the SIP reporting form developed in 2000-2001 to monitor progress in this area.  Grade Level Chairpersons will collect forms from teachers on their grade level, data will be analyzed and discussed at grade level meetings and forms submitted to Chairman of the School Improvement Team.

SIT Chairperson

Smith

9/02 - 6/03

5. During the school year added emphasis will be placed on Data Analysis activities found in the AW/SF texts and supplemental materials. Bi- weekly opportunities will be provided to help students apply this concept in various subject areas. Charts and graphs constructed by students will be displayed in hallways. Grades will be recorded in teachers’ grade books. Grade distribution will be recorded on the  In-House SIP reporting form developed in 2000-  2001. Data will be analyzed and discussed at grade level meetings. Reporting forms submitted to Chairman of the School Improvement Team.

Grade level Chairpersons

9/02 - 6/03

6. Preparation of students in grades 2 – 6 for the new state mandated tests for CTBS will be accomplished through the use of the Skill Review program begun during the 2000-2001 school year. On Monday of each week, teachers will present a focus lesson on a critical skill assessed on the CTBS.  Warm ups on Tuesdays-Thursdays will review the skill. On Friday the skill will be assessed.  We will also continue to order and use the Terra Nova practice books which are a part of this preparation program. Data from the fall CTBS testing will be analyzed and a list of critical skills identified for each grade level. Grade level teachers will review the CTBS packets developed last year in order to refine and strengthen them in light of fall testing analysis.  Particular attention will be given to improving the math component. The Apple Grove staff will implement the procedures and strategies outlines in Region 1’s Monthly Preparation Calendar for CTBS Testing. Terra Nova or other Test Preparation books. 500 students x $4.00 per book x  2 books (math and reading) = $4,000.. 

SIT

Chairperson

Smith

10/01 - 4/01

$2500

MC #1

$1500

SBM #11

7.   In order to reinforce reading/language arts skills that will be tested on the revamped state assessment program , Apple Grove will organize and implement an after school tutorial program for students in grades 2-6. Stipends for teachers (10teachers x 10 weeks x 62.50) = $6,250.  Bus transportation home $600. Snacks $400.

$7250.

SBM

#4,#8,#9

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                      Objective 2:  MSPAP Mathematics and CTBS Math

Strategy 2:  Develop and implement programs to strengthen the academic experiences of students in grades K-3 to prevent early school failure.

8.  Teachers in primary grades will incorporate the use of manipulatives in their lessons at least three times per week.  Students will utilize manipulatives as a tool for problem solving.  The students' oral and written explanation of the lesson's concept will monitor effectiveness of this activity.  Assessment will be accomplished through informal observations and journal entries. Teachers will be asked to star * activities in their plan book where manipulatives will be used.

School Instructional Chairperson

Ivy

9/02 - 6/03

Strategy 3:  Develop, implement, and evaluate differentiated instructional delivery to ensure the success of traditionally underrepresented students:  LEP students, students in poverty, males and/or African-American students.

9.  Teachers will meet with small groups for instruction to provide additional assistance for students having difficulty mastering math concepts. The HOSTS Coordinator will provide outreach to recruit volunteers to tutor and reinforce skills with small groups of students. Teachers will be asked to indicate in their plan books when small group lessons are scheduled to occur. Monitoring will be accomplished through monthly grade level meetings with administrators.

Math Lab Teacher

Ayers

9/02-6/03

Strategy 4: Identify and provide appropriate interventions throughout the school year to assist students who are struggling academically, underachieving, or at risk of failure.

10.  Students in grades 2-6 will participate in weekly timed tests of basic math facts. Teachers will align basic facts of timed tests with curriculum objectives.  Students mastering their basic math facts will be recognized at quarterly awards assembly.  A year-end math tournament of champions will be held in all grade levels. We will continue to use the SIP reporting form developed in 2000-2001 to monitor progress in this area.  Grade Level Chairpersons will collect forms from teachers on their grade level, data will be discussed at grade level meetings and forms submitted to Chairman of the School Improvement Team.

Chairperson School Improvement Team

Math Specialist

9/02 -6/03

11. Teachers will administer skill tests at the end of each chapter to diagnose student difficulties with taught concepts.  Teachers will engage students with either the AW/SF Mathematics Series Mid-Chapter Self-Test or the Glenco Series Practice Workbook pages which correspond to the week's covered concepts.  Students scoring lower than 70% will be given extra instructional assistance.  Glenco study guide pages and small group tutoring will be used to re-teach concepts to struggling students.  Chapter tests or teacher assessments will be used to determine student mastery and effectiveness.  Results will be shared with the School Improvement Team.  Math Practice Workbooks  for third grade. $500 X 75 = $375.

Chairperson School Improvement Team

Smith

9/02 -6/03

$375.

Com Ed #6

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                      Objective 2:  MSPAP Mathematics and CTBS Math

Strategy 5: Identify and implement programs and supports to increase inclusion of students with disabilities in the general curriculum and State and local accountability programs, as articulated in the 1997 IDEA amendments.

12.  The CSES or Special Education Resource teacher will conduct an inservice for all teachers on inclusion techniques and curriculum modifications and accommodations.  These strategies will be incorporated into each teacher's daily lessons.  During the August staff development days, 504 Plans, Functional Behavior Plans and IEP's will be reviewed with professional staff.

Jacobs

8/02

13.  Resource teachers will meet at the beginning of the school year and at the end of each quarter with classroom teachers of students with IEPs to monitor progress and adjust instruction of special education students.  If a student is not meeting success in the regular classroom, problems will be identified and program adjustments made.  A substitute will cover teacher classrooms to allow teachers to attend School Instructional Team Meetings and SSST Meetings. One substitute per quarter ($64) X 4 quarters = $256 for Teacher/Sp.Ed. conferencing.  20 substitute days X  $64 dollars a day = $1280.

Special Education Resource Teacher

11/01-4/02

$1500

SBM #6

Strategy 6: Strengthen the overall instructional program to increase the number of students who are fully prepared for the middle school academic program.

14. In order to enhance students' organizational skills and encourage home-school communications, sixth grade students, as well as students in grades K-5, will be required to use a school agenda book.  The book will be used to record assignments, long range projects and send messages from school to home and home to school.

Secretary

Byrd

9/02 - 6/03

$4000

Comp.Ed

#4

15. Apple Grove will hold a “Family Night” to introduce parents to the new format and requirements of the revamped Maryland Assessment Program.

Testing Coordinator

10/02

12.  In order to reduce class size, a n additional teacher will be purchased for grades two , and six.  The Science Lab teacher and Math/MSPAP teacher will become classroom teachers. Additional classroom materials, including some furniture to equip new classrooms, will be purchased.  Estimated costs of curriculum maters and furniture = $5000. Classroom teacher = $45, 087.  Classroom teacher with benefits = $50,445.

Principal

8/02 – 6/03

$45,087

Targ. Pov.

#1

$50,445

Comp.Ed

#1

$5000.

SBM #16

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                                                            Objective 3:  MSPAP Science

Objective 3:  By June 2002, the percent of students who achieve a satisfactory score on the MSPAP science test will increase as follows:  Grade 3, from 10.3% to 16.3% and Grade 5, from 26.7% to 32/7%.

Schools will determine the milestone to capture quarterly student progress toward the objective.

Objective 3:  The 2002 MSPP report will document satisfactory scores on the MSPAP science test as follows:

Grade 3 - 16.3% and Grade 5 - 26.7%

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                                                  Objective 4:  MSPAP Social Studies

Objective 4:  By June 2002, the percent of students who achieve a satisfactory score on the MSPAP social studies test will increase as follows:  Grade 3, from 14% in 2000 to  20% and Grade 5, from 25% in 2000 to 31%.

Schools will determine the milestone to capture quarterly student progress toward the objective.

Objective 6:  The 2002 MSPP report will document satisfactory scores on the MSPAP social studies test as follows: 

Grade 3 - 20% and Grade 5 - 31%

Goal 2:  By June 2005, school climate and facilities will be safe, orderly, and supportive of teaching and learning.

Objective 1:  By March 2002, the number of discipline referrals will decrease from 179  as of June 1, 2002 to  

150.

At the end of each month, the percent of students receiving discipline referrals will decrease 10% below the same month of the previous year.

PGCPS summary reports of discipline referrals will document an aggregate decrease of 10% in the number of students receiving discipline referrals.

Strategy 1:  Provide teachers and the administrative staff with appropriate knowledge and skills to effect positive change in student behavior related to child and adolescent development, diversity, and behavior management.

Activities

Person Respon.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1.  In order to improve student behavior, Apple Grove will continue to implement the SECOND STEP curriculum in the upcoming school year.  This curriculum teaches children to change the attitudes and behaviors that contribute to aggressive behavior and increase their level of social competence.  Research reveals a set of social skills commonly lacking in students exhibiting poor behavior: empathy, impulse control, problem solving and anger management.  SECOND STEP will provide opportunities for modeling, practice and reinforcement of these skills. Staff development for this program will also provide teachers with the skills and training necessary to implement this proactive discipline program. Administrators at Apple Grove will monitor implementation of the program through informal observations and discussions at weekly grade level meetings. The staff of Apple Grove will work with the PTA to implement the sessions that comprise the family component of the SECOND STEP program during PTA meetings throughout the school year.  Staff development for new teachers will be held in August.  4 kits at $330  = $1320.

Principal

Ivy

9/02-6/03

$1320

SBM

#17

2.  Character Education, which was begun last year, will be integrated with the SECOND STEP program. The Character Education facilitators will work together with the counselors

Counselors

Carson3

9/02 - 6/02

Strategy 2:  Establish a Coordinated Pupil Services Program for designing, implementing, and evaluating a continuum of effective prevention, intervention, and remediation programs.

3. SECOND STEP and Character Education will be incorporated into classroom instruction.  Teachers will deliver weekly SECOND STEP lessons and Guidance Counselor will reinforce those lessons with weekly guidance sessions. SECOND STEPS lessons will be delivered in all classrooms on Mondays immediately following recess. Staff will continually reinforce strategies learned in Character Education and SECOND STEP training.

Counselor

Carson

9/01 -6/02

4. The counselors will work with small groups of selected students, those who have been identified by their teachers, and/or those who have received several PS 74's, to work on anger management skills and academic performance skills.

Counselor

Carson

9/01 - 6/02

5. An additional counseling position will be purchased in order to provide adequate counseling services to all students.  The counselor will also provide support and guidance to new teachers, especially in the area of classroom management skills.

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

$56,445.

Comp. Ed.

#3

Goal 2:  Safe and Orderly Environment                                                             Objective 1:  Discipline Referrals

Strategy 3: Ensure the consistent implementation of the Code of Student Conduct and the availability of appropriate alternatives for addressing disruptive behavior.

Activities

Person Respon.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1. Analyze suspension, referral and security incident reports by gender to ensure the fair and equitable handling of disciplinary procedures to guarantee the rights of every student in the school.

Vice Principal

Smith

9/01 - 6/02

2. The administrative team will participate in school system conducted staff development activities to ensure consistent implementation of the Code of Student Conduct.

Principal

Ivy

9/01-6/02

3. Provide for students an appropriate review of the Code of Student Conduct.  The counselor will review the code with students in individual classrooms in grades K-3. The Pupil Personnel Worker will review the code with students in grades 4-6 during grade level assemblies.

Counselor

Carson

9/01 - 6/02

Goal 3:  By June 2005, the quality of school's service delivery will be enhanced by improving management effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability.

Strategy 1:  Ensure that expenditures occur within approved funding levels and comply with programmatic and school improvement plan requirements.

Activities

Person Respon.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1. Align the school-based budget with the prioritized needs of the school

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

2. The Principal and SIRT will participate in school system conducted staff development programs to improve their management skills.  The programs include quarterly sessions by the Department of School Improvement and Accountability to designed to improve information literacy and skill in use of technology for job responsibilities.  Additionally, classroom teachers will participate in information literacy and application of technology trainings.

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

3.  Implement up-dated data-collection, and reporting systems for end-of the year reports of school improvement plan implementation.

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

4.  Account Manager's Reports will be balance monthly and purchased orders will be prepared and submitted in a timely  manner

Secretary

Seaberry

9/01-6/02

Goal 4:  By June 2005, school based personnel policies, procedures, and programs will promote the recruitment, professional development, and retention of a quality workforce.

Objective 1:  By June 2002, the percent of professionally certified teachers will increase from  70%         in June 2001 to

_78%________.

The Division of Human Resources will prepare quarterly reports including completion of coursework and NTE results.

The Division of Human Resources will document the percent of certified teachers as __70%_.

Strategy 1:  Implement for beginning, experienced teachers and administrators a comprehensive staff development program that is driven by the School Improvement Plan and PGCPS Master Plan.

Activities

Person Respon.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1. The principal will assist and monitor provisionally certified teachers in the development and implementation of a personal professional development plan that leads to attaining full certification. The plan will include participation in system sponsored workshops for new teachers, NTE practice sessions and school-based in-service activities in support of the School Improvement Plan.  A teacher work area containing two computers with internet connections, a printer, and teacher resource material will be established in the Library. 2 computers ($1236 x 2) plus one printer ($400) = $2872

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

$2872

SBM #23

2.  The principal will collaborate with the mentor teacher to develop his/her school specific roles and responsibilities within the context of the school system designed job description. The Mentor teacher will confer with the principal on a  regular basis and will maintain a log of the assistance provided to new and/or provisionally certified teachers for submission to the principal every two weeks.

Mentor Teacher

9/01 - 6/02

3.  All new teachers will participate in the appropriate system level workshops on emergent literacy, Invitations to Literacy, and mathematics.  Classroom observations and visitations by the principal, administrative team, SIRT and Mentor teacher will confirm the use of the language arts and mathematics instructional strategies.

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                                                            Objective 3:  MSPAP Science

Goal 1:  By the year 2005, the MSPP Composite Index and the CTBS Median Percentile Rank for Apple Grove Elementary School will reflect the 30-point gains established by the school system’s accountability targets.

Objective 1:  By June 2003 the percent of students who achieve a satisfactory score on the MSPAP and CTBS tests for reading, writing, and language usage will increase as follows:

a.                   MSPAP Grade 3: Reading, from  13.6% in 2001 to  19.6%; Writing, from 24.1% in 2001 to 30.1%; Language Usage, from  29.6% in 2001 to  35.6%%

b.                   MSPAP Grade 5: Reading, from  18.8%% in 2001 to 24.1%; Writing, from 23.2% in 2001 to  29.2%;

Language Usage, from  33.3% in 2000 to 39.3%

c.                   CTBS Reading: Grade 2, from  37%-ile in June 2002 to  43%-ile; Grade 4, from 54%-ile in June 2002 to 60%-ile; Grade 6, from 42%-ile in June 2002 to 48%-ile

Schools will determine the milestone to capture quarterly student progress toward the objective.

Objective 1:  School year 2002 MSPAP and CTBS data will document the following performance levels for its students:

a. MSPAP Grade 3: Reading – 19.6%;                   Writing – 30.1%;                      Language Usage – 35.6%

b. MSPAP Grade 5: Reading – 34.8%;                   Writing – 29.2%;                      Language Usage – 39.3%

c. CTBS Reading: Grade 2 - 43%-ile;                     Grade 4 - 60%-ile;  Grade 6 - 48%-ile

Strategy 1:  Curriculum, instruction and assessment will be aligned with the PGCPS Scope and Sequence documents and the Maryland Learning Outcomes for reading, writing, and language usage.

Activities

Person Respons.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding

1.       The master schedule will provide for weekly grade level planning time to develop long-range plans that align curriculum, instruction, and assessment with the Maryland Learning Outcomes. Administrators and specialists will meet with the grade level teams monthly to monitor implementation of the county reading/language arts  program, as well as, initiatives outlined in the Apple Grove School Improvement Plan.

V.P.

Smith

9/02-6/03

2.       Using the Invitations to Literacy series, students will receive daily reading instruction in the reading/language arts curriculum.  Students reading below grade level will receive differentiated small group instruction daily. Teachers in grades 4 – 6 will use the WILDCATS reading program with their struggling readers. Quarterly benchmark assessments will be administered and the results reported to administrators and teachers by the Reading Specialists. Teachers will be paid to stay beyond the school day to score benchmark assessments. Twenty teachers times $62.50 =  $1250.  $1250. X 3 quarters = $3750. Cost of WILDCATS, 4 levels at $2500 per level plus $500 for additional books and support materials.  Staff development for teachers using WILDCATS = 15 teachers x  $62.50 x 5 half-day training sessions. $10,500 + $4685 = $15,187.5

Reading

Specialist

MooreBey

9/02-6/03

$3750.

SBM #5

$10,500

Comp.Ed

#7

$4685

Comp. Ed.

#8

3. Apple Grove will provide funds to purchase aReading Recovery teacher in order to support and enhance the reading program in kindergarten and first grade.  The Reading Recovery teacher will meet with  K/1 teachers during their planning and  meet with the lowest achieving first grade students to provide Reading Recovery lessons. She will meet with k-2 teachers to provide guidance in developing reading lessons. The county funds tone  .5 Reading Recovery teacher at Apple Grove, SBM money will be used to pay the additional ..5 of the position. $22,393.

Reading

Recovery

Teacher

Madison

9/02-6/03

$22,543.5

SBM #3

4.Logs will continue to be used to encourage reading.  Reading Logs will be collected weekly.  Monthly grade level goals for reading will be established. Students will receive incentives (pencils, pizza, bookmarks, buttons, etc.) to reinforce and encourage independent reading. Top readers will be selected quarterly to participate in a pizza party, attend the Kennedy Center, go roller skating or a similar activity.  Certificates will be awarded at the end of the year based on the number of books read. A chart will be displayed on the bulletin board in the front hall representing each class and the total number of books read.  This chart will also serve to gauge how well the program is functioning.  $150 (cost of incentives) x 3 quarters = $450

Reading

Specialist

MooreBey

9/02-6/03

$450

SBM #12

5. The Reading Specialist will provide training, follow up and support (including demonstration lessons) to teachers in the strategies of Reading to be Informed (including ACE and Reciprocal Teaching). Teachers will use those strategies to integrate reading instruction into all content areas.  A weekly newsmagazine will be used in all classrooms to provide additional material to reinforce the acquisition of this skill.  National Geographic for Kids will be ordered for intermediate classrooms and each intermediate classroom will receive a local newspaper once a week.  Reader response logs and journals will be used in all content areas on a regular basis for open-ended questions and reactions to text. Portfolios with student responses to open-ended questions and summaries based drawn on informational selections will be used for assessment. The administration will schedule their formal observations of professional staff members at a time when they will be teaching this skill (Reading to be Informed). National Geographic for Kids,  $3 x 325 students = $975. 

Vice Principal

Smith

9/02 - 6/03

$1350

SBM # 17

6.4-Square Writing, a highly structured, instructional writing program, will be continued in all grade levels.  During September and October teachers will focus on writing a good informational paragraph using 4-Square strategies.   Teachers will provide frequent assignments where students independently respond to writingq prompts using 4-Square strategies.  Teachers will complete  a  monitoring form detailing grade distribute of 4-Square Writing Assignments biweekly to grade level chairpersons. Results will be reviewed at Grade level meetings and SIT meetings. Teachers new to the building will participate in 4-Square Writing Training during on of the in-service days at the beginning of school.  3 computers and printers will be purchased to support the reading and writing program at Apple Grove. 3 computers at $1150 each and 3 printers at $361 each. Total = $4533.

School

Improv.

Team

Chairperson

Smith

9/02-6/03

$4533

Comp.Ed

#10

7. In order to engage students in independent reading, Drop Everything and Read, sustained silent reading, will continue to be the culminating activity in all classrooms at the end of each day. Support staff will monitor classrooms and report those classes where all students are reading to the office.  Announcements at the end of the day will include the names' of teachers whose students are engaged in DEAR.  Additional classroom libraries will be purchased to facilitate implementation . 30classrooms x $120 for additional books for classroom libraries = $3600.

Reading Specialist

MooreBey

9/01 - 6/15

$2640

TGP

#2

8.  In order to improve classroom discipline so that teachers can devote more time to small group instruction and less time to inappropriate student behavior, the staff at Apple Grove Elementary School will continue to implement the SECOND STEP violence prevention curriculum.  A school climate reflecting positive student behavior and interactions is critical for the development of students' academic, as well as, social skills. Staff development will be held during one August in-service day.  Second Step Kits 4 kits at $330 per kit = $1320

Principal

Ivy

9/02-6/03

$1320

SBM #17

9.. Preparation of students in grades 2 – 6 for the new state mandated tests for CTBS will be accomplished through the use of the Skill Review program begun during the 2000-2001 school year. On Monday of each week, teachers will present a focus lesson on a critical skill assessed on the CTBS.  Warm ups on Tuesdays-Thursdays will review the skill. On Friday the skill will be assessed.  We will also continue to order and use the Terra Nova practice books which are a part of this preparation program. Data from the fall CTBS testing will be analyzed and a list of critical skills identified for each grade level. Grade level teachers will review the CTBS packets developed last year in order to refine and strengthen them in light of fall testing analysis.  Particular attention will be given to improving the language usage component. Terra Nova or other Test Preparation books. 500 students x $4.00 per book x  2 books (math and reading) = $4,000.. 

SIT

Chairperson

Smith

10/02 - 4/03

$2500.

MC #1

$1500

SBM #11

10.  In order to reinforce reading/language arts skills that will be tested on the revamped state assessment program , Apple Grove will organize and implement an after school tutorial program for students in grades 2-6.  The Apple Grove staff will follow the guideline outlined in Region 1’s Monthly Preparation Calendar for CTBS Preparation. Stipends for teachers (10teachers x 10 weeks x 62.50) = $6,250.  Bus transportation home $600. Snacks $400.

$7250.

SBM

#4

#8

#9

Goal 1:  Student Achievement      Objective 1: MSPAP Reading, Writing, Language Usage; and CTBS

Strategy 2:  Develop and implement programs to strengthen the academic experiences of students in grades K-3 to prevent early school failure.

s

11.  The Reading Recovery teachers will provide instruction to first grade at risk students (lowest 10%). The Reading Recovery teacher will also provide support to classroom teachers in the use of  emergent reading strategies, curriculum guides, materials and daily lesson planning. Primary Project will be instituted in kindergarten and first grade classes in order to improve phonetic analysis skills. Reading Recovery teachers will meet with k/2 teachers during grade level planning sessions. Materials of Instruction to support k/1 reading program including supplementary books and manipulative materials $6573.  Additional trade books to support 2/3 reading program, $2219. Student Handwritng books for second grade  = $1010.

Reading

Recovery

Teacher

9/02-6/03

$3117

TP #3

$3456

Comp. Ed

#5

$2219

Comp. Ed.

#9

$1010

SBM #13

12.  In order to reduce class size, a n additional teacher will be purchased for grades two , and six.  The Science Lab teacher and Math Lab teacher will become classroom teachers in order to further reduce class size. We have been unable to  fill the Media Specialist position for three years.  We will continue to employ an paraprofessional for our library/media needs. Additional classroom materials, including some furniture to equip new classrooms, will be purchased.  Estimated costs of curriculum maters and furniture = $5000.  Teacher =$45087.  Teacher with benefits + $50,445. Media paraprofessional = $28,572.

Ivy

9/02 – 6/03

$45,087

Targ. Pov. #1

$50,445

Comp.Ed #1

$5000.

SBM #16

$28,572 

SBM #1

Strategy 3:  Develop, implement, and evaluate  differentiated instructional delivery to ensure the success of traditionally underrepresented students:  LEP students, students in poverty, males and/or African-American students.

13.  A series of programs and guest speakers/readers will be developed to focus on the importance and joy of reading.  The I Like Me kindergarten book program and All About Me first grade book program will be held in the spring.  The traditional Halloween parade will be replaced with a "Parade of Book Characters”. The school will participate in the Read Across American celebration during March.  The Reading/Language Arts Committee will explore additional programs and speakers that emphasize the importance of and enjoyment found in reading.

Reading

Specialist

MooreBey

9/02 - 6/03

14.  The HOSTS Program, a one-on-one reading and mentoring program, will be continued and expanded.  Thirty below grade level readers will be identified by their teachers to participate in the HOSTS program.  Each student will be assessed to determine his/her instructional level and learning objectives.  Using this information and an electronic database, an individualized plan will be developed. Detailed lesson plans will be developed and HOSTS mentors will follow these plans when working with students. Pre and Post computerized testing will be used to assess students' progress.  We have been unable to fill this position with a professional educator.  We will continue to use a paraprofessional educator in this position. $28,572. 

HOST

Coordinator

Humphrey

9/01 - 6/02

$28.572

SBM #2

15. In order to provide additional practice in the domain of Reading to Be Informed, teachers will integrate the Science Trade Books provided by the county Science Department into their instructional reading program. Topics covered in these nonfiction selections typically appeal to male students (snakes, frogs, etc.) Open-ended questions developed by the Science Department will be used to assess student progress in the domain of Reading to Be Informed. Each grade level will be allotted $ 780 to buy a combination of additional science trade books and science kits. $780 per grade level x 7 grade levels. Reading to be Informed will also be integrated into Social Studies Lessons. Money for maps, globes, and Social Studies trade books.

$5600

Comp. Ed

#5

$1715

SBM

#15

In order to promote parent involvement, we will implement Partners in Print, a program that unites teachers, parents, and children to foster lifelong reading success. Program materials, $1020.  Cost of workshop facilitator $62.50 x 5 = $312.50.  Light refreshments $200.  Lending Library = $654.50

Reading

Specialist

MooreBey

9/02 - 6/03

$1020

Comp. Ed #11

$312.50

Comp. Ed #12

$200

Comp Ed. #13

$654.50

Comp.Ed.#14

Goal 1:  Student Achievement      Objective 1: MSPAP Reading, Writing, Language Usage; and CTBS

Strategy 4: Identify appropriate interventions throughout the school year to assist students who are struggling academically, underachieving, or at risk of failure.

16. The Reading Specialists will provide support to teachers through staff development opportunities, grade level planning sessions and demonstration lessons to ensure full implementation of curriculum materials, especially as to how these materials support differentiated instructional delivery to at-risk students.  The Reading Specialists will assist teachers in interpreting the results of benchmark assessments and suggest instructional modifications based on student performance of the tests. Teachers will be provided opportunities to participate in staff development initiatives that occur in locations outside of Apple Grove.  Substitutes at  $64 X  16. Teacher stipends 16 X $62.50.

Reading Specialists

MooreBey

9/02 - 6/03

$1025

MC #2

$1200

MC #3

18.  Staff members will continue to incorporate strategies learned in previous staff development sessions on Multiple Intelligiences, GESA,TESA, and Jack Wolf's Brain Based Learning. A mentor teacher will provide training in these strategies to teachers new to the building during monthly new teacher meetings.

Mentor

Teacher

9/02 - 6/03

Strategy 5: Identify and implement programs and supports to increase inclusion of students with disabilities in the general curriculum and State and local accountability programs, as articulated in the 1997 IDEA amendments.

19.  The CSES or Special Education Resource teacher will conduct an inservice for all teachers on inclusion techniques, accommodations and curriculum modifications.  These strategies will be incorporated into each teacher's daily lessons.  During the August staff development days, 504 Plans, Functional  Behavior and IEP's will be reviewed with professional staff.

20.  Resource teachers will meet at the beginning of the school year and at the end of each quarter with classroom teachers of students with IEPs to monitor progress and adjust instruction of Special Education students.  If a student is not meeting success in the regular classroom, problems will be identified and program adjustments made.  One substitute per quarter ($64) X 4 quarters = $256. Classroom teachers will attend the School Instructional Team Meetings as needed.  These meetings are held for a half day each week.  20 substitue days x $64 dollars a day = $1280.

Special Education

Resource Teacher

11/01-4/02

$1500

SBM #6

Strategy 6: Strengthen the overall instructional program to increase the number of students who are fully prepared for the middle school academic program.

21. Sixth grade students will receive instruction in4-Square Writing.  Teachers who did not receive training in 4-Square Writing last year will receive training in the fall.  Students will be given ample opportunities to use power writing strategies when responding to limited and extended writing prompts in all content writing activities.   Teachers will complete forms bi-weekly showing grade distribution. Grade Level Chairpersons will collect forms and analyze and discuss results during grade level planning.  Form will be submitted to SIT Chairperson.  Results will be reported on quarterly School Improvement Monitoring Tool.

School Improvement Team Chairperson

Smith

9/02 - 6/03

23. In order to enhance students' organizational skills and encourage home-school communications, sixth grade students, as well as students in grades K-5, will be required to use a school agenda book.  The book will be used to record assignments, long range projects and send messages from school to home and home to school.  Additional administrative materials to support the general educational program, including a copying machine, and other stationary

supplies necessary for instruction will be purchased.  Copy machine = $7000.

  Stationary supplies = $5000.

Secretary

Byrd

9/02 - 6/03

$4000

Comp.Ed

#4

$7000

SBM #17

$5000

SBM #10

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                      Objective 2: MSPAP Mathematics and CTBS Math

Objective 2:  By June 2002, the percent of students who achieve a satisfactory score on the MSPAP and CTBS tests for mathematics will increase as follows:

a. MSPAP: Grade 3, from  10.8  in June 2001 to  16.8%; Grade 5, from  11.4% in June 2001 to  17.4%;

b. CTBS Reading: Grade 2, from  54%-ile in June 2001 to 60%-ile; Grade 4, from  43%-ile in June 2001

to 49%-ile; Grade 6, from 49%-ile in June 2001 to 54%-ile

Schools will determine the milestone to capture quarterly student progress toward the objective.

Objective 2:  School year 2002 MSPAP and CTBS data will document the following performance levels for its students:

a. MSPAP:  Grade 3 Mathematics - 14%; Grade 5 Mathematics - 21%

b. CTBS Mathematics: Grade 2 - 60%-ile;    Grade 4 - 43%-ile;                               Grade 6 - 54%-ile

Strategy 1:  Curriculum, instruction and assessment will be aligned with the PGCPS Scope and Sequence documents and the Maryland Learning Outcomes for Mathematics.

Activities

Person Respons.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1. The master schedule will provide for  weekly grade level planning time to develop long-range plans that align curriculum, instruction, and assessment with Maryland Learning Outcomes. Specialists and administrators will meet with the grade level teams weekly to monitor implementation of the county math program, as well as, other initiatives outlined in the Apple Grove School Improvement Plan.

V.P.

Smith

9/02-6/03

2.  A staff development session will be provided for all staff on "Teaching Problem Solving." The staff will be shown practical techniques for making problem solving understandable for students.  Follow-up sessions will be conducted as needed, to allow teachers to share success. The 4-Step Problem Solving Chart will be displayed in all classrooms. We will continue to use the SIP reporting form developed in 2000-2001 to monitor progress in this area.  Grade Level Chairpersons will collect forms from teachers on their grade level, data will be discussed at grade level meetings and forms submitted to Chairman of the School Improvement Team.

Principal

Ivy

8/02 – 6/03

4.  Teachers will provide a daily word problem as a warm-up.  Problems will be kept in students' math journal. Students will solve the problem using the four-step problem solving process in the SF/AW series. Weekly teacher assessments of the 4-Step plan will be used to show effectiveness.  We will continue to use the SIP reporting form developed in 2000-2001 to monitor progress in this area.  Grade Level Chairpersons will collect forms from teachers on their grade level, data will be analyzed and discussed at grade level meetings and forms submitted to Chairman of the School Improvement Team.

SIT Chairperson

Smith

9/02 - 6/03

5. During the school year added emphasis will be placed on Data Analysis activities found in the AW/SF texts and supplemental materials. Bi- weekly opportunities will be provided to help students apply this concept in various subject areas. Charts and graphs constructed by students will be displayed in hallways. Grades will be recorded in teachers’ grade books. Grade distribution will be recorded on the  In-House SIP reporting form developed in 2000-  2001. Data will be analyzed and discussed at grade level meetings. Reporting forms submitted to Chairman of the School Improvement Team.

Grade level Chairpersons

9/02 - 6/03

6. Preparation of students in grades 2 – 6 for the new state mandated tests for CTBS will be accomplished through the use of the Skill Review program begun during the 2000-2001 school year. On Monday of each week, teachers will present a focus lesson on a critical skill assessed on the CTBS.  Warm ups on Tuesdays-Thursdays will review the skill. On Friday the skill will be assessed.  We will also continue to order and use the Terra Nova practice books which are a part of this preparation program. Data from the fall CTBS testing will be analyzed and a list of critical skills identified for each grade level. Grade level teachers will review the CTBS packets developed last year in order to refine and strengthen them in light of fall testing analysis.  Particular attention will be given to improving the math component. The Apple Grove staff will implement the procedures and strategies outlines in Region 1’s Monthly Preparation Calendar for CTBS Testing. Terra Nova or other Test Preparation books. 500 students x $4.00 per book x  2 books (math and reading) = $4,000.. 

SIT

Chairperson

Smith

10/01 - 4/01

$2500

MC #1

$1500

SBM #11

7.   In order to reinforce reading/language arts skills that will be tested on the revamped state assessment program , Apple Grove will organize and implement an after school tutorial program for students in grades 2-6. Stipends for teachers (10teachers x 10 weeks x 62.50) = $6,250.  Bus transportation home $600. Snacks $400.

$7250.

SBM

#4,#8,#9

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                      Objective 2:  MSPAP Mathematics and CTBS Math

Strategy 2:  Develop and implement programs to strengthen the academic experiences of students in grades K-3 to prevent early school failure.

8.  Teachers in primary grades will incorporate the use of manipulatives in their lessons at least three times per week.  Students will utilize manipulatives as a tool for problem solving.  The students' oral and written explanation of the lesson's concept will monitor effectiveness of this activity.  Assessment will be accomplished through informal observations and journal entries. Teachers will be asked to star * activities in their plan book where manipulatives will be used.

School Instructional Chairperson

Ivy

9/02 - 6/03

Strategy 3:  Develop, implement, and evaluate differentiated instructional delivery to ensure the success of traditionally underrepresented students:  LEP students, students in poverty, males and/or African-American students.

9.  Teachers will meet with small groups for instruction to provide additional assistance for students having difficulty mastering math concepts. The HOSTS Coordinator will provide outreach to recruit volunteers to tutor and reinforce skills with small groups of students. Teachers will be asked to indicate in their plan books when small group lessons are scheduled to occur. Monitoring will be accomplished through monthly grade level meetings with administrators.

Math Lab Teacher

Ayers

9/02-6/03

Strategy 4: Identify and provide appropriate interventions throughout the school year to assist students who are struggling academically, underachieving, or at risk of failure.

10.  Students in grades 2-6 will participate in weekly timed tests of basic math facts. Teachers will align basic facts of timed tests with curriculum objectives.  Students mastering their basic math facts will be recognized at quarterly awards assembly.  A year-end math tournament of champions will be held in all grade levels. We will continue to use the SIP reporting form developed in 2000-2001 to monitor progress in this area.  Grade Level Chairpersons will collect forms from teachers on their grade level, data will be discussed at grade level meetings and forms submitted to Chairman of the School Improvement Team.

Chairperson School Improvement Team

Math Specialist

9/02 -6/03

11. Teachers will administer skill tests at the end of each chapter to diagnose student difficulties with taught concepts.  Teachers will engage students with either the AW/SF Mathematics Series Mid-Chapter Self-Test or the Glenco Series Practice Workbook pages which correspond to the week's covered concepts.  Students scoring lower than 70% will be given extra instructional assistance.  Glenco study guide pages and small group tutoring will be used to re-teach concepts to struggling students.  Chapter tests or teacher assessments will be used to determine student mastery and effectiveness.  Results will be shared with the School Improvement Team.  Math Practice Workbooks  for third grade. $500 X 75 = $375.

Chairperson School Improvement Team

Smith

9/02 -6/03

$375.

Com Ed #6

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                      Objective 2:  MSPAP Mathematics and CTBS Math

Strategy 5: Identify and implement programs and supports to increase inclusion of students with disabilities in the general curriculum and State and local accountability programs, as articulated in the 1997 IDEA amendments.

12.  The CSES or Special Education Resource teacher will conduct an inservice for all teachers on inclusion techniques and curriculum modifications and accommodations.  These strategies will be incorporated into each teacher's daily lessons.  During the August staff development days, 504 Plans, Functional Behavior Plans and IEP's will be reviewed with professional staff.

Jacobs

8/02

13.  Resource teachers will meet at the beginning of the school year and at the end of each quarter with classroom teachers of students with IEPs to monitor progress and adjust instruction of special education students.  If a student is not meeting success in the regular classroom, problems will be identified and program adjustments made.  A substitute will cover teacher classrooms to allow teachers to attend School Instructional Team Meetings and SSST Meetings. One substitute per quarter ($64) X 4 quarters = $256 for Teacher/Sp.Ed. conferencing.  20 substitute days X  $64 dollars a day = $1280.

Special Education Resource Teacher

11/01-4/02

$1500

SBM #6

Strategy 6: Strengthen the overall instructional program to increase the number of students who are fully prepared for the middle school academic program.

14. In order to enhance students' organizational skills and encourage home-school communications, sixth grade students, as well as students in grades K-5, will be required to use a school agenda book.  The book will be used to record assignments, long range projects and send messages from school to home and home to school.

Secretary

Byrd

9/02 - 6/03

$4000

Comp.Ed

#4

15. Apple Grove will hold a “Family Night” to introduce parents to the new format and requirements of the revamped Maryland Assessment Program.

Testing Coordinator

10/02

12.  In order to reduce class size, a n additional teacher will be purchased for grades two , and six.  The Science Lab teacher and Math/MSPAP teacher will become classroom teachers. Additional classroom materials, including some furniture to equip new classrooms, will be purchased.  Estimated costs of curriculum maters and furniture = $5000. Classroom teacher = $45, 087.  Classroom teacher with benefits = $50,445.

Principal

8/02 – 6/03

$45,087

Targ. Pov.

#1

$50,445

Comp.Ed

#1

$5000.

SBM #16

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                                                            Objective 3:  MSPAP Science

Objective 3:  By June 2002, the percent of students who achieve a satisfactory score on the MSPAP science test will increase as follows:  Grade 3, from 10.3% to 16.3% and Grade 5, from 26.7% to 32/7%.

Schools will determine the milestone to capture quarterly student progress toward the objective.

Objective 3:  The 2002 MSPP report will document satisfactory scores on the MSPAP science test as follows:

Grade 3 - 16.3% and Grade 5 - 26.7%

Goal 1:  Student Achievement                                                                  Objective 4:  MSPAP Social Studies

Objective 4:  By June 2002, the percent of students who achieve a satisfactory score on the MSPAP social studies test will increase as follows:  Grade 3, from 14% in 2000 to  20% and Grade 5, from 25% in 2000 to 31%.

Schools will determine the milestone to capture quarterly student progress toward the objective.

Objective 6:  The 2002 MSPP report will document satisfactory scores on the MSPAP social studies test as follows: 

Grade 3 - 20% and Grade 5 - 31%

Goal 2:  By June 2005, school climate and facilities will be safe, orderly, and supportive of teaching and learning.

Objective 1:  By March 2002, the number of discipline referrals will decrease from 179  as of June 1, 2002 to  

150.

At the end of each month, the percent of students receiving discipline referrals will decrease 10% below the same month of the previous year.

PGCPS summary reports of discipline referrals will document an aggregate decrease of 10% in the number of students receiving discipline referrals.

Strategy 1:  Provide teachers and the administrative staff with appropriate knowledge and skills to effect positive change in student behavior related to child and adolescent development, diversity, and behavior management.

Activities

Person Respon.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1.  In order to improve student behavior, Apple Grove will continue to implement the SECOND STEP curriculum in the upcoming school year.  This curriculum teaches children to change the attitudes and behaviors that contribute to aggressive behavior and increase their level of social competence.  Research reveals a set of social skills commonly lacking in students exhibiting poor behavior: empathy, impulse control, problem solving and anger management.  SECOND STEP will provide opportunities for modeling, practice and reinforcement of these skills. Staff development for this program will also provide teachers with the skills and training necessary to implement this proactive discipline program. Administrators at Apple Grove will monitor implementation of the program through informal observations and discussions at weekly grade level meetings. The staff of Apple Grove will work with the PTA to implement the sessions that comprise the family component of the SECOND STEP program during PTA meetings throughout the school year.  Staff development for new teachers will be held in August.  4 kits at $330  = $1320.

Principal

Ivy

9/02-6/03

$1320

SBM

#17

2.  Character Education, which was begun last year, will be integrated with the SECOND STEP program. The Character Education facilitators will work together with the counselors

Counselors

Carson3

9/02 - 6/02

Strategy 2:  Establish a Coordinated Pupil Services Program for designing, implementing, and evaluating a continuum of effective prevention, intervention, and remediation programs.

3. SECOND STEP and Character Education will be incorporated into classroom instruction.  Teachers will deliver weekly SECOND STEP lessons and Guidance Counselor will reinforce those lessons with weekly guidance sessions. SECOND STEPS lessons will be delivered in all classrooms on Mondays immediately following recess. Staff will continually reinforce strategies learned in Character Education and SECOND STEP training.

Counselor

Carson

9/01 -6/02

4. The counselors will work with small groups of selected students, those who have been identified by their teachers, and/or those who have received several PS 74's, to work on anger management skills and academic performance skills.

Counselor

Carson

9/01 - 6/02

5. An additional counseling position will be purchased in order to provide adequate counseling services to all students.  The counselor will also provide support and guidance to new teachers, especially in the area of classroom management skills.

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

$56,445.

Comp. Ed.

#3

Goal 2:  Safe and Orderly Environment                                                             Objective 1:  Discipline Referrals

Strategy 3: Ensure the consistent implementation of the Code of Student Conduct and the availability of appropriate alternatives for addressing disruptive behavior.

Activities

Person Respon.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1. Analyze suspension, referral and security incident reports by gender to ensure the fair and equitable handling of disciplinary procedures to guarantee the rights of every student in the school.

Vice Principal

Smith

9/01 - 6/02

2. The administrative team will participate in school system conducted staff development activities to ensure consistent implementation of the Code of Student Conduct.

Principal

Ivy

9/01-6/02

3. Provide for students an appropriate review of the Code of Student Conduct.  The counselor will review the code with students in individual classrooms in grades K-3. The Pupil Personnel Worker will review the code with students in grades 4-6 during grade level assemblies.

Counselor

Carson

9/01 - 6/02

Goal 3:  By June 2005, the quality of school's service delivery will be enhanced by improving management effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability.

Strategy 1:  Ensure that expenditures occur within approved funding levels and comply with programmatic and school improvement plan requirements.

Activities

Person Respon.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1. Align the school-based budget with the prioritized needs of the school

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

2. The Principal and SIRT will participate in school system conducted staff development programs to improve their management skills.  The programs include quarterly sessions by the Department of School Improvement and Accountability to designed to improve information literacy and skill in use of technology for job responsibilities.  Additionally, classroom teachers will participate in information literacy and application of technology trainings.

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

3.  Implement up-dated data-collection, and reporting systems for end-of the year reports of school improvement plan implementation.

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

4.  Account Manager's Reports will be balance monthly and purchased orders will be prepared and submitted in a timely  manner

Secretary

Seaberry

9/01-6/02

Goal 4:  By June 2005, school based personnel policies, procedures, and programs will promote the recruitment, professional development, and retention of a quality workforce.

Objective 1:  By June 2002, the percent of professionally certified teachers will increase from  70%         in June 2001 to

_78%________.

The Division of Human Resources will prepare quarterly reports including completion of coursework and NTE results.

The Division of Human Resources will document the percent of certified teachers as __70%_.

Strategy 1:  Implement for beginning, experienced teachers and administrators a comprehensive staff development program that is driven by the School Improvement Plan and PGCPS Master Plan.

Activities

Person Respon.

Timeline

Budget Amount

Funding Source

1. The principal will assist and monitor provisionally certified teachers in the development and implementation of a personal professional development plan that leads to attaining full certification. The plan will include participation in system sponsored workshops for new teachers, NTE practice sessions and school-based in-service activities in support of the School Improvement Plan.  A teacher work area containing two computers with internet connections, a printer, and teacher resource material will be established in the Library. 2 computers ($1236 x 2) plus one printer ($400) = $2872

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02

$2872

SBM #23

2.  The principal will collaborate with the mentor teacher to develop his/her school specific roles and responsibilities within the context of the school system designed job description. The Mentor teacher will confer with the principal on a  regular basis and will maintain a log of the assistance provided to new and/or provisionally certified teachers for submission to the principal every two weeks.

Mentor Teacher

9/01 - 6/02

3.  All new teachers will participate in the appropriate system level workshops on emergent literacy, Invitations to Literacy, and mathematics.  Classroom observations and visitations by the principal, administrative team, SIRT and Mentor teacher will confirm the use of the language arts and mathematics instructional strategies.

Principal

Ivy

9/01 - 6/02