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DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION Government of Guam

FEDERAL PROGRAMS DIVISION

Consolidated Grant

Title VI, Part B: Rural Education Initiative, Subpart 2: Rural and Low Income Schools (RLIS) Program

FY2012 2nd Quarter Report

CFDA 84.402

American Recovery Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Funds

To the United States Department of Education Management Improvement Team

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

P.O. Box DE Hagatna, Guam 96932 http://www.gdoe.net

April 2012

FEDERAL PROGRAMS DIVISION

Consolidated Grant

Title VI, Part B: Rural Education Initiative, Subpart 2: Rural and Low Income Schools (RLIS) Program

CFDA 84.402

American Recovery Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Funds

2nd QUARTER REPORT

(For period of Jan. 01, 2012 to Mar. 31, 2012)

April 2012

Program #1 –ENHANCING EDUCATION THROUGH TECHNOLOGY Technology Gateway to Success

Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 1. Provide equal access to

information and communication technology for students and parents.

2. Teachers will plan and

design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology.

3. Teachers will use

technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice.

Procure technology equipment, software, and necessary internet support services according to Technology Master Plan Committee’s recommendations. 2a. Create a district-wide survey for assessing teachers and staff’s proficiency on the use of technology and technology professional development needs. 2b. Conduct an annual district-wide survey of teachers and staff to assess training or professional development needs. 2c. Report the results of the survey and action plans for training teachers based on technology needs. 3a. Hold district-wide teacher workshops of Best Practices on the planning and implementation of lessons with the use of technology resources and systems.

2nd Quarter Review: The following bids are being prepared for solicitation; • RFP 002-2012 Electronic Whiteboards. • IFB 014-2012 Teacher/Student Laptops and Laptops

with Mobile Carts • IFB052-2011 PC Deployment- was in protest and

now being awarded 2a-c. Completed April 2011.Survey was posted on the

district web site for teachers to access and complete. Survey can be found at http://www.gdoe.net/techsurvey.

2b. Completed. Survey was conducted Spring 2010 and

disseminated to teachers via an e-mail link. Information was used by UOG to determine the content of the classes to be offered. Survey disseminated April-May 2011 via web: http://www.dgoe.net/techsurvey

2c. Completed. 1430 Teachers responded to the survey.

As a result, UOG planned a 5 session training course to meet the reported needs of GDOE personnel.

3a. Activity Cancelled/Not Completed. Unable to purchase

equipment for student use due to delays with procurement and ‘third party’ not approving the equipment purchases necessary due to security concerns in the schools. Plan to carry-over this activity


Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 4. Maintain the GDOE

Network Infrastructure Action Plan.

3b. Provide additional technology training through credit-based courses or incentives for participants. 3c. Conduct an annual educational technology conference. 4a. Assess current Internet access/network connectivity (user access and speed). Note: Identify classrooms without internet connectivity.

to FY2011 Gateway to Technology Consolidated Grant and plan for district offered Technology Training and Conference during the 2011-2012 school year.

3b. 2nd Quarter Review: Activities for this training are completed. Training

activities continue under Gateway To Success Consolidated Grant 3c. Activity Cancelled in RLIS amendment. Planned to

carry-over to FY2011 Gateway to Technology Consolidated Grant and plan for district offered Technology conference during the 2011-2012 school year. These funds will be carried over for FY2011 and a district-wide conference will be planned once equipment has been provided for teachers. This is a shared activity in the Consolidated Grant Title V-A Gateway to Success Project.

2nd Quarter Review: 4a –c. Work continues for wiring the three schools.

Vendor submits invoices as work is completed. While the recommendations of the Fiber Consultant still hold true, there is a district-wide fiber optic upgrade needed. The contract for the consultant has expired. A new bid for a Fiber Optic Consultant will be solicited.


Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 5. Maintain and expand the

capability of the current district website.

4b. Make recommendations for corrective action. 4c. Implement Corrective Action Plan. 5a. Provide access capability to the districts website for users to manage web page data. 5b. Provide training to personnel on website data upload and posting.

5a. Activity Cancelled/Not completed: Unable to purchase

equipment for student use due to delays with procurement and ‘third party’ not approving the equipment purchases necessary due to security concerns in the schools. Teacher laptops will be provided upon approval of Tydings by US DOE.

5b. Activity Cancelled/Not Completed: Unable to purchase

equipment for Student or Teacher use due to delays with procurement and ‘third party’ not approving the equipment purchases necessary due to security concerns in the schools.

Program #3 – SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM) PROGRAM Preparing Students for Careers in S.T.E.M.

Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 1. Develop rigorous

STEM middle and high school curriculum modules and expand on existing AP Program modules that are aligned with the DOE Content Standards and Performance Indicators.

2. Provide continuous

professional development for elementary and secondary science and math teachers and administrators in AP courses including student data analysis, job-embedded coaching and/or mentoring support and research-based practices so that

a. Contract consultant to facilitate the development of Project STEM middle and high school curriculum standards and modules.

b. Identify teachers and curriculum specialists for the development of the STEM standards and curriculum modules.

c. Develop STEM middle and high school curriculum modules.

d. Obtain approval from GEPB for full implementation of STEM Curriculum.

e. Implement STEM middle and high school curriculum modules in the pilot schools.

a. Contract individual/group to design and carry out Project STEM Training Academy program to include training for Advance Placement Program Courses.

The STEM Curriculum Modules were completed and have been disseminated to the STEM Schools to implement the STEM Curriculum into the classrooms. Approval from the GEPB is currently in progress for full implementation of the STEM Curriculum. During the month of March 2012, planning for the STEM Train the Trainers began to provide 20 STEM teachers the opportunity to train other teachers with continuous professional development for elementary and secondary teachers in the district to implement the STEM Teaching Strategies.


Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives the number of teacher who are highly qualified to teacher those content areas will increase by at least 50% at the end of SY 2010 and 2011.

3. Provide instructional supplies, materials, equipment and modernized learning facilities that meet the STEM curricular requirements.

4. Develop partnerships with parents, University of Guam, Guam Community College and members of the Guam Chamber of Commerce to support the design of the professional certification program

a. Identify necessary supplies and

equipment for laboratories in the identified pilot middle and high schools.

b. Being procuring all necessary equipment, supplies and, if necessary, the retrofitting of the laboratories in the identified high schools.

a. Develop procedures for student

mentoring, job shadowing, and internship.

b. Develop a resource binder of project-based lessons.

The procurement and distribution of STEM resources such as supplies, materials and equipment for the STEM Schools were completed. However, other STEM equipment will be forthcoming. The STEM resources once received, were inventoried and disseminated to the STEM schools for distribution to the STEM teachers. The school level is also required to inventory the equipment received. On-going partnership among the University of Guam and the Guam Department of Education continues to support the STEM Train the Trainers Program.


Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives through mentoring, job shadowing, and project-based learning.

5. Given full

implementation of Project STEM, students will increase their academic achievement in science and math by at least ten percentage points at the end of the implementation year.

a. Fully implement Project STEM in

identified elementary, middle, and high schools.

The district has begun to plan for the gathering of data results from the Spring 2012 SAT10 STEM Schools to identify if academic growth in Mathematics and Science occurred based on the implementation of the STEM Academy.

6. Conduct formative and summative assessment of Project STEM.

a. Contract consultant for formative and summative program design and evaluation. b. Conduct the evaluation.

The completion of the 2011 STEM External Evaluation conducted by Pacific Resources for Education and Learning was completed during September, 2011.

Program #5 - HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEACHER Teacher / Retention Program

Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives

1. To contract an Institution of Higher Education (IHE) to assist the program participants in obtaining the necessary coursework, practica and licensure to become HQTs.

2. To recruit baccalaureate

degree holders who must complete coursework, practica, and licensure tests to meet the requirements to become Highly Qualified Teachers (HQT).

a. Draft Request for Proposal (RFP) for management and implementation of the program. b. Announce, review, finalize, and award RFP c. Submit program management progress reports to State Education Agency The Institution of Higher Education (IHE) will: a. Conduct presentations to emergency certified teachers, current teachers not HQT recent college graduates, and career changers b. Create and disseminate press releases for print media via advertisement c. Advertise program information and activities via local television and radio media

1a. The approved RFP was published in a local newspaper on September 1-2, 2010. 1b. The University of Guam submitted the lone proposal and was subsequently selected as the Institution of Higher Education. Contract negotiations occurred and the contract was approved January 27, 2011. 1c. Program management progress reports submitted in quarterly reports to the State Education Agency, GDOE’s Federal Programs Division. For all Activities for Objective #2: Since the approval of the Tydings Waiver by USDOE, collaborative discussions have been ongoing to continue program activities as authorized by the Waiver. Pending finalization of extended contract with the Institution of Higher Education, namely the University of Guam.



d. Disseminate program information at local job fairs e. Refer-a-friend Program for current teachers f. Create and maintain a link to GDOE websites g. Partner with existing local scholarship programs for distribution of information at various locations h. Partner with the Financial Aid office at institutions of higher education (IHE) for distribution of information i. Develop, print and distribute program information through brochures and flyers j. Conduct program staff development training



3. To collaborate with an Institution of Higher Education (IHE) to offer coursework, practica and test preparation that leads to the designation of Highly Qualified Teachers

4. To provide quality

retention activities (such as mentoring) for teachers in their first year of services to GDOE

a. Conduct program presentations to current teachers b. Advertise program information and activities via local television and radio media c. Refer-a-friend program for current teachers d. Create and maintain link to GDOE website e. Develop, print and disseminate program information through brochures and flyers f. Begin program coursework g. Prepare and participate in PRAXIS II class a. IHE will recruit part-time teachers for mentors and provide mentor training b. Match mentors with beginning teachers; mentors to meet with Beginning Teachers (BT)

For all Activities for Objective #3: Since the approval of the Tydings Waiver by USDOE, collaborative discussions have been ongoing to continue program activities as authorized by the Waiver. Pending finalization of extended contract with the Institution of Higher Education, namely the University of Guam. For all Activities for Objective #4: Since the approval of the Tydings Waiver by USDOE, collaborative discussions have been ongoing to continue program activities as authorized by the Waiver. Pending finalization of extended contract with the Institution of Higher Education, namely the University of Guam.



c. Mentors will meet with BTs at least once a week for observations and/or interactions using Week At A Glance (WAAGs) and Observation/ Interaction Logs (OILs) d. Mentors will use Beginning Teacher Competencies chart to guide their work e. Mentors will complete OILs to document progress of mentoring f. Mentor Coordinator will meet weekly with mentors as a group and individually to discuss progress and provide assistance as needed g. Conduct quarterly workshops for mentors and mentees h. Conduct annual end-of-year survey



5. To retain existing HQTs, attract new HQTs, and encourage partial HQTs to acquire full HQT status between SY 2009/10 and 2010/11.

a. GDOE and the IHE will collaborate to: (1) Determine the status of program participants (2) Conduct program presentations to program participants and prospective participants (3) Verify HQTs’ school sites b. The IHE will provide incentives for HQTs retained, and for new or existing teachers to acquired HQT status

For all Activities for Objective #5: Since the approval of the Tydings Waiver by USDOE, collaborative discussions have been ongoing to continue program activities as authorized by the Waiver. Pending finalization of extended contract with the Institution of Higher Education, namely the University of Guam.

Program #6 – SAFE AND DRUG-FREE SCHOOLS PROGRAM Anti-Bullying and Parental Involvement

Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 1. Reduce Bullying in the 28

Elementary, 8 Middle and by 10% to be measured one (1) year after the implementation of the Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities (SDFSC) program.

2. Reduce recidivism of bullying, violence, drug use in courts by 10%.

3. Purchase Security and Safety Equipment to allow schools to respond to emergencies on campus immediately.

4. Purchase program cost to implement research and evidence-based programs that address safe schools and drug prevention in the elementary, middle and high school levels.

1. Through the implementation of a research based Bullying Prevention Program

2. Through the implementation of a research based Bullying Prevention Program

3. Identify vendor to provide security and safety equipment and secure necessary equipment.

4. Identify and purchase program that addresses anti-bullying prevention and facilitates safe and drug free schools initiatives of the GPSS, a vendor for recreational equipment and drug testing kits.

1. Data to be provided 3rd and 4th quarter; procurement challenges hindered the implementation of this activity. Due to the Tydings Waiver approval, project personnel have met to discuss and plan accordingly to measure progress, challenges, and successes of the project activities.

2. Data to be provided 3rd and 4th quarter; procurement challenges hindered the implementation of this activity. Due to the Tydings Waiver approval, project personnel have met to discuss and plan accordingly to measure progress, challenges, and successes of the project activities.

3. Budget challenges hinder the project’s ability to move forward with this activity.

4. Training was completed by the UOG-SOE (Munga Makassi) prior to September 2011 to address bullying behaviors in the schools. A final report of their research study in the schools will be presented to school administrators during the SY12 Principals Academy.


Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives Purchase recreational equipment and drug kits.

5. Host a Bullying Prevention workshop for Truant Officers, Counselors, Probation Officers, and Juvenile Trackers.

6. Purchase Software for the Juvenile Probation Department to enhance the Juvenile Drug Court information system. Purchase computers to enhance the PBIS Program.

7. Establish baseline data on student discipline issues in each elementary school and student achievement data using data from STY 2009-2010. Student discipline and SAT 10 data will be collected.

5. Identify venue and date of bullying prevention workshop so that Truant Officers, Probation Officers, and Juvenile Trackers have a clear competent understanding of anti-bullying prevention measures in line with the SDFS.

6. Identify a vendor for JDC Information System and purchase necessary software for program implementation. Identify vendor to purchased computers for the PBIS Program.

7. Collect baseline data SY 2009-2010 for each elementary school in the area of student discipline in all areas of the school campus and SAT 10 student data to establish student

Drug Kits were procured by the Judiciary during 1st quarter. Invoices have been submitted for reimbursement.

5. None conducted this reporting period.

6. The software for the JDC information systems was not budgeted. SSSD inputted into MUNIS requisitions to secure 27 computers for the purposes of supporting the implementation of PBIS in the elementary during 4th quarter FY 2010. Computer purchases were captured under the IFB for district-wide technology purchases and were on hold pending approval of the Wavier of Tidings. However, the attached financials from Alvarez and Marsal (TPFA) do not reflect all the equipment ordered. SSSD staff is currently working to reconcile the differences.

7. Although baseline data was provided in the 4th Quarter of FY 2010, District Data Discipline Report is provided to the Judiciary on a quarterly basis.



8. Implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports in all Elementary Schools. Using the School- Wide Evaluation Tool (SET) scores and/or the Benchmark of Quality by the end of the 1st and 3rd Quarter of each school year.

9. Implement SWIS programs and all its components (SWIS Readiness Checklist) in all elementary schools.

10. Reduce student discipline issues in the 28 elementary schools by 5% to be measured one (1) year after the implementation of the Creating Positive School Climate through Professional Staff Development Program.

achievement baselines.

8. Establish benchmarks to assess the implementation of PBIS in all elementary schools using SET/BOQ data by conducting surveys in the 1st and 3rd quarters of SY 2010.

9. Ensure that SWIS Readiness Checklist is completed and that training occurs in all elementary schools with at least 3 individuals taught on how to input and record SWIS data.

10. Analysis of data collected by the School Climate Cadres to reduce student discipline issues and take corrective action.

8. Contract between the DOE and UOG-CEDDARS was signed by the Governor of Guam in November 2011; however, the funds were on hold pending approval of the Waiver of Tidings. The waiver has since been approved and a revised MOA is being circulated in UOG, GDOE and the Attorney General’s Office for approval. The revised budgeted is in the amount of $84,655.00




Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 11. Establish training dates for

SCC and administrators in PBIS foundation.

12. Develop incentive plan for students-rewards system or positive behavior.

13. Establish incentive program for SCC members to carry out PBIS program activities.

14. Provide Positive Action Kits to 4th and 5th grade teachers.

15. Implement Play by the Rules Curriculum in all 5 high schools.

11. SCC members and administrators trained in PBIS foundation.

12. Incentives provided to students on a monthly and quarterly basis.

13. Incentive provided to SCC members on a monthly basis.

14. Positive Action Kits distributed to all 4th and 5th

grade teachers.

15. Play by the rules is taught in all high schools and that Social Studies Teachers are trained in the curriculum.

11. Although the official school training/implementation is awaiting the final approval of the UOG: CEDDERS MOA, a PBIS Overview Training was given to all Elementary Reform Program Teacher Assistants on February 17, 2012.

12. Refer to 8 Above. Student and parent incentives were procured for the use of incentives in various activities, totaling $69,077.99 in FY10. Pending orders totaling $19,733.05 are still in requisition form awaiting processing.

13. Teacher incentives totaling $12,000.00 was submitted for processing to attend a Saturday PBIS training event held during the 4th quarter FY 2010. Payment has not been finalized.

14. Positive Action Kits were requisitioned for all 4th and 5th grade students in all 26 elementary schools during the 4th quarter of FY 2011. This requisition was included in those being put on hold pending approval of the Waiver of Tidings. The requisition has been reactivated in the amount of $62,400.00.

15. A two day training event for the Social Studies 7th and 9th grades teachers in the Social Studies/Guam History teachers took place at the Holiday Resort & Spa on March 27 & 28, 2012 was administered for a total of 100 middle and high school teachers.

Program #7– PRIVATE NON-PROFIT (PNP) SCHOOLS PARTICIPATION Catholic Schools: Curriculum Enhancement of Basic Skills (CEBS) Program

Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 1. By the end of the school

year, 70% of the participating Pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade students in the program who scored at the 50th percentile or lower in the SAT10 in language arts, reading, math, science and social science will show an increase of 3 percentile points in their post-tests in the identified content areas. 30% of the participating Pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade students in the program who scored above the 50th percentile in the SAT 10 in Language Arts, Reading, Math, Science, and Social Science will maintain advance achievement.

1.1 Language Arts, Reading and Social Science skills will be enhanced through the use of appropriate resources such as, library books, reading instructional materials and tutorials programs. Students will participate in:

a. A minimum of 15 minutes of sustained reading;

b. Show and tell and listening activities; c. Hands-on activities; d. Library activities; e. Teacher integrated activities; and f. Research-based activities within

integrated curriculum.

1.1 Language Arts, Reading and Social Science skills were reinforced through the use of library books, reading instructional materials and tutorials programs.

Language Arts: Based on teacher made tests, checklist & other assessments, progress by grade levels are indicated below. 1071 students in the Kinder – 5th grade participated in program 1071 participated in all course work. __8.68___% or 93 students improved in subject area. __91.32___% or 978 students maintained at level in subject area. 45 of teachers participated in program. Reading: Based on teacher made tests, checklists & other assessments, progress by grade levels are indicated below. 1,186 students in the Kinder – 5th grade participated in program 1,186 participated in all course work. __8.26___% or 98 students improved in subject area.



1.2 Math and Science skills will be enhanced through the use of appropriate resources such as, manipulative, lab work, instructional materials, project related activities and tutorial programs.

__91.74___% or 1,088 students maintained at level in subject area. Based on teacher made tests, checklists & other assessments, progress by grade levels are indicated below. 875 students in the Kinder – 5th grade participated in program 875 participated in all course work. ___36.11__% or 316 students improved in subject area. __63.89___% or 559 students maintained at level in subject area. 36 of teachers participated in program.

• Teachers utilized appropriate resources to enhance student understanding on reading.

• Students acquired opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

• Teachers utilized manipulative kits, audiovisual materials

• Students acquired 15 minutes of sustained reading. Math: Based on teacher made tests, checklist & other tests assess progress by individual grades and indicate it below.



a. A minimum of one day a week of lab

work activities;

b. Exposure to math activities that would encourage and build critical thinking and problem solving skills; and

c. Hands-on activities.

924 students in the Kinder – 5th grade participated in program 924 participated in all course work. ___57.90__% or 535 students improved in subject area. __42.10___% or 389 students maintained at level in subject area. 41 of teachers participated in program. 1.2 Math and Science skills were enhanced through the use of appropriate resources such as, manipulative, lab work, instructional materials, project related activities and tutorial programs.

• Students received hands on activities. • Teachers provide math activities.

Science: Based on teacher made tests, checklists & other assessments, progress by grade levels are indicated below. 777 students in the Kinder – 5th grade participated in program 777 participated in all course work. _16.47____% or 128 students improved in subject area. __83.53___% or 649 students maintained at level in subject area.



2. Pre-Kinder to 5th grade

students will improve basic skills in language arts, reading, math, science and social science through the use of technology, enabling students to gain additional skills in computer literacy and enhance content-area learning with technology infused lessons.

2. Provide computers in designated areas such as classrooms, computer labs, science labs, and libraries utilizing computer software programs, audiovisuals and appropriate resources to enhance student understanding, develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills in language arts, reading, math, science and social science.

a. Ensure a minimum of 15 minutes of

hands-on computer activity.

b. Create Science experiments and group projects.

c. Require at least one day a week of lab work activity.

d. Utilize computer lab and work stations for individualized instruction and assessment.

e. Implement Research-based activities within integrated curriculum.

f. Develop an awareness of responsible use of technology systems and

33 of teachers participated in program. 2. 2,606 students of the 11 participating schools have access to computers. 100% of students have increased basic skills in the usage of computers.


Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 3. Staff development on effective teaching practices and strategies for intervention and integration within content areas of language arts, reading, math, science and social science.

discover the purpose of productivity tools. g. Use a variety of media and formats

to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences. Identify media formats (e.g. text, clip art, photos, video, web pages, newsletters)

3. Teachers will attend staff development workshops and training sessions to assist students in maximizing their learning potential and meeting their learning potential and meeting their academic needs.

• Develop integrated and

interdisciplinary teaching strategies.

• Receive training in computer applications.

Staff Development: 83 teachers participated in staff development. 83 teachers completed training. Teachers attended staff development workshops and training sessions to assist students in maximizing their learning potential and meeting their academic needs.

Program #7– PRIVATE NON-PROFIT (PNP) SCHOOLS PARTICIPATION Catholic Schools: Technology Assisted Instructional Program (TAIP)

Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 1. By the end of the school year, 70%

of students in the middle (6th to 8th) and high (9th to12th grade) schools who scored at the 50th percentile or lower in the SAT-10 pre-tests in language arts, reading, math, science and social science will show an increase of 3 percentile points in their post-tests in the identified content areas. 30% of students in the middle (6th to 8th) and high (9th to12th grade) schools above the 50 percentile in the SAT-10 pre-tests in language arts, reading math, science and social science will maintain advance achievement.

1. Acquire and install computers in designated areas such as, classrooms, computer labs, science labs and libraries. All skill areas in language arts, reading, math, science and social science will be reinforced through the use of textbooks, audio visual materials and other instructional materials that use technology as its avenue for teaching.

a. Develop one lesson plan

and testing in lab concept. b. Review of lesson plans

periodically c. Identify program rubrics

and skills to be mastered. d. Provide more reading and

writing activities using the library and computer as resources that are project-related.

e. Provide mathematic activities of basic skills, problem-solving for greater competency in computation procedures, collecting & analyzing data.

Teachers developed lesson plans and implemented activities in classrooms.

Students utilized resources in library, computer labs, textbooks and resource materials.

1.Reading: Based on teacher made tests, checklist & other tests assess progress by individual grades and indicated below. 738 students in the 6th -12th grade participated in program 738 participated in all course work. _42.82____% or 316 students improved in subject area. _57.18____% or 422 students maintained at level in subject area. 29 of teachers participated in program. Language Arts: Based on teacher made tests, checklist & other tests assess progress by individual grades and indicated below. 700 students in the 6th – 12th grade participated in program 700 participated in all course work. __59.86___% or 419 students improved in subject area. _40.14____% or 281 students maintained at level in subject area.



22 of teachers participated in program. Math: Based on teacher made tests, checklist & other tests assess progress by individual grades and indicated below. 738 students in the 6th – 11th grade participated in program 738 participated in all course work. __51.76___% or 382 students improved in subject area. __48.24___% or 356 students maintained at level in subject area. 22 of teachers participated in program. Science: Based on teacher made tests, checklist & other tests assess progress by individual grades and indicated below. 852 students in the 6th – 12th grade participated in program 852 participated in all course work. __15.49___% or 132 students improved in subject area. _84.51____% or 720 students maintained at level in subject area.



2. At the end of the school year, all participating in the technological program will acquire skills in the following areas:

a. Computer Literacy b. Proficiency in problem

solving and data gathering in math and science.

c. Improvement in language proficiency.

d. Analytical and current event research.

2. Students of every technology will obtain the skills to learn, develop, and apply problem-solving through problem-based learning opportunities.

a. Implement research-based activities within integrated curriculum.

b. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of technology resources for solving problems and making informed decision.

c. Develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that

33 of teachers participated in program. Social Science: Based on teacher made tests, checklist & other tests assess progress by individual grades and indicated below. 647 students in the 6th-12th grade participated in program 647 participated in all course work. _66.15____% or 428 students improved in subject area. _33.85____% or 219 students maintained at level in subject area. 23 of teachers participated in program. 2. a. Students’ obtain basic skills in computer literacy. b. Teachers utilize appropriate resources such as word processing, and spreadsheet software. 2. 100% or 2,389 students of the 11 participating schools acquired basic computer skills. 100% of teachers of the 11 participating schools utilized resources for technology class lessons.


Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 3. Staff development on effective teaching practices and strategies for intervention and integration with the use of technology to increase computer literacy and promote students in proficient research and scientific inquiry within content areas of language arts, reading, math, science and social science

support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity and promote creativity.

d. Provide activities to demonstrate understanding of the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.

e. Utilize technology tools to process data, locate, evaluate and collect information from a variety of sources.

f. Integrate power presentations within the language arts, reading, math, science, and social science.

3. Teachers will attend staff development workshops and training sessions to assist students in maximizing their learning potential and meeting their academic needs.

a. Develop integrated and interdisciplinary teaching strategies. b. Receive training in computer applications. c. Contract and conduct technology training to support content areas.

3. 23 teachers participated in staff development. 23 teachers completed training. Teachers collaborated to share technology expertise in developing lesson plans, grading and website access to current and developing educational trends.

Program #7– PRIVATE NON-PROFIT (PNP) SCHOOLS PARTICIPATION Saint Paul Christian Academy (SPCA) – Innovative Math, Reading, Data Collection Supplement

Objectives Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 1. 100% of students in grades

Pre-K through 3rd grade will perform at grade level in Math & English or above grade level.

2. School Teachers and

Administrative Staff will be able to report student progress Monthly, Quarterly, and annually through various standardized tests and methods.

1.1 Students will work through a research-proven software that supplements their Math & English Curriculum.

1.2 Students will take regular tests that will track their academic progress.

2.1 Teachers will submit monthly and quarterly reports to Administration to show progress of students

2.2 School Administrative Staff will submit monthly and quarterly reports to students and parents that show student progress.

1. Administration observed teacher lesson plans through

the student information system to ensure that all lessons applied the “technology in the classroom” e-books and supplemental software. Students utilized e-books (interactive on-line books with interactive tutorials, interactive labs, and interactive assessments) during in-class activities and assignments.

2. Administration scheduled informal/ formal observations of classrooms in all grade levels to ensure that “technology in the classroom” was being implemented (observation for utilization of netbooks, laptops, electronic boards, etc). Teachers utilized power point presentations, interactive labs and simulations to deliver lessons in class. Administration monitored and evaluated student academic performance through the use of the student information system. Students and teachers have demonstrated greater confidence in utilizing the e-books and the web-based grade book. Administration is currently working on transferring data for the new SIS called PinPoint.

Program #7– PRIVATE NON-PROFIT (PNP) SCHOOLS PARTICIPATION Asmuyao Community School (ACS) – Student Alternative Individualized Learning (SAIL) – At Risk

Objective Activities Evaluation/Accomplishment/Status of Objectives 100% of ACS students given pre-test in each subject area enrolled. 50% of students will complete COPES, COPS interest and needs survey. 50% of students will receive feedback on survey results. 75% of ACS full time students enrolled in Math, Science, Reading, and Language Arts will score at 50% or better in their post-test by the end of the 18 week semester.

Teachers administer pre-tests. Students will be given CAPES, CAPS, COPES, assessment. Teachers will go over results of CAPES, CAPS, COPES survey to develop customized lessons based on student’s results of CAPES, CAPS, COPES, and use this lesson plan to guide student learning throughout the semester. Textbooks provide lessons and exercises in Math, Reading, Language Arts, Social Studies, and Science that will coincide with student portfolios and performance standards. Teacher assessments are another method used to monitor and measure student performance and success during the course of study.

• Each student was provided a pre test and results are included in their student portfolio.

• Survey forms were distributed to students and completed forms were collected. Data is being compiled for evaluation

• Each student signed that they reviewed and received results of CAPES, COPS, COPES, and filed in their student portfolio. Data is being compiled for evaluation.

• Lesson plans for each student were filed by teacher to show customized lessons reflecting results of individualized interest.

• Data results of tracked student performance during the 18 week semester are being compiled for evaluation. Post-tests were administered and data is being compiled for evaluation.


Career Clusters

AHRD Students Total of 20

January 2012

Below are the percentage of students who ranked in the different Career Clusters in the Career Inventory Assessment.

Professional Clusters


Skilled Clusters

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