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ANNA STRONG MIDDLE SCHOOL

Arkansas Comprehensive School Improvement Plan

2011-2012


Approved:

Anna Strong Middle School seeks to empower students through a rigorous, challenging curriculum that enables them to become lifelong learners.

Grade Span: 5-8 Title I: Title I Schoolwide School Improvement: SI_8

Table of Contents

Priority 1: LITERACY
    Goal: All students will improve in written expression and reading comprehension. Emphases will be on improving the use of reading comprehension strategies, literary passages, content passage, and vocabulary. Emphases will be placed on the Content and Style domains in writing.
Priority 2: MATHEMATICS
    Goal: All students will increase achievement in mathematics, specifically in the areas of algebra, geometry, and measurement.
Priority 3: SCIENCE
    Goal: All students will increase achievement in mathematics, literacy, and science, particularly in the areas of reading comprehension, math problem solving, and measurement.
Priority 4: POSITIVE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT
    Goal: All Student Behavior will be appropriate for the School Environment. By June 2012, there will be a 10% decrease in the number of disciplinary referrals.
Priority 6: HEALTH AND WELLNESS
    Goal: Anna Strong Middle will provide support for students in making healthy lifestyle choices by implementing systems to aid in decreasing the average body mass index (BMI) on routine annual student screening and increasing collaboration between all segments of the school community in support of positive lifestyle choices.
Priority 7: RESTRUCTURING: Option 5: "Reconfiguration of Grades"
    Goal: The goal of Anna Strong Middle School will increase the percent of students scoring proficient or above.
Priority 8: SCHOLASTIC AUDIT
    Goal: 1. Anna Strong Middle School will develop a rigorous curriculum. 2. Anna Strong Middle School will provide data driven professional development. 3. Anna Strong Middle School 's staff will use best practices.
Priority 9: SPECIAL EDUCATION TRIGGERS
    Goal: To provide coordination and support of activities which will positively affect student services and student outcomes provided to and for CWD in the Lee County School District.
Priority 1: Literacy will be Standards-Based
Supporting Data:
  1. Benchmark - 5th Grade Literacy Exam 2011 41 of 80 students or 51% prof/adv in Combined Population 37 of 74 students or 50% prof/ in African American Population 34 of 71 students or 48% pro/adv in Economically Disadvantaged Population The lowest identified areas in Reading was writing literary passages and style and content in Writing. In 2010, Anna Strong Middle School 5th Grade students were administered the Benchmark Exam: 27 of 77 students or 35% of the combined population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy. 22 of 66 or 33% of the African American population scored proficient. 27 of 75 students or 36% of the Economically Disadvantaged scored proficient or advanced in Literacy. The identified area in Reading with the greatest weakness was content passage on both multiple choice and open response. Style was the weakest area in Writing.
  2. Benchmark - 6th Grade Literacy Exam 2011 34 of 75 students or 45% prof/adv in Combined Population 31 of 66 or 47% pro/adv in African American Population 29 of 65 or 45% pro/adv in Economically Disadvantaged The lowest identified area in Reading multiple choice and open response was content passages. The lowest areas in Writing were style and content. In 2009, Anna Strong Middle School administered the Benchmark Literacy Exam. 38% of the Combined Population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy. 34% of the African American population scored proficient or advanced. 35% of Economically Advantaged scored proficient or advanced. No one scored proficient or advanced on Literacy Exam in the students with disabilities subgroup. In 2010, ASMS 6th grade Benchmark Exam: 25 of 64 students or 39% of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced. 24 of 62 or 39% of the African American population scored proficient or advanced. 25 of 62 or 40% of the Economically Disadvantaged population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy. The identified area in Reading with the greatest weakness was Practical Passage on both multiple choice and open response. Style and Content were the areas of weakness in Writing.
  3. Benchmark - 7th Grade Literacy Exam 2011 32 of 63 students or 51% pro/adv in Combined population 30 of 60 students or 50% pro/adv in African Americans 28 of 57 students or 49% pro/adv in Economically Disadvantaged The lowest identified area in Reading multiple choice was writing multiple choice and reading literary passage in open response. The lowest identified area in Writing was style and content. In 2010 7th Grade Literacy Benchmark Exam: 33 of 71 students or 46% of the combined population scored proficient or advanced. 33 of 62 students or 47% of the African American population scored proficient or advanced. 33 of 69 students or 48% of the Economically Disadvantaged population scored proficient or advanced. The identified area in Reading with the greatest weakness was Literary Passage in both multiple choice and open response. Style and Content were the areas of weakness in Writing. In 2009, Literacy Benchmark was administered to the 7th grade students. 33% of the combined population scored proficient or advanced. 33% of African American, 38% of Caucasians, 33% of Economically Disadvantaged, and 11% of students with disabilities subgroup all scored proficient or advanced. The identified weakest area was Reading Practical Passasge. The identified area of weakness was in style and content.
  4. Benchmark - 8th Grade Literacy Exam 2011 35 of 59 students or 59% pro/adv in Combined Population 34 of 57 students or 60% pro/adv in African Population 28 of 48 students or 58% pro/adv in Economically Disadvantaged The lowest identified areas was writing multiple choice in Reading and content/style in Writing In 2009, Anna Strong Middle School 8th Grade was administered the Literacy Benchmark Exam. 38% of the combined population scored proficient or advanced, 37% of African Americans, 39% of economically disadvantaged, and 28% of Caucasians scored proficient or advanced on the literacy Benchmark Exam. The area of weakness was identified as Reading Content Passage on Multiple Choice and Content and Style on Open Response. The 2010 8th Grade literacy Benchmark Exam: 60 of 90 students or 67% of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced. 52 of 82 students or 63% of the African American population scored proficient or advanced. 56 of 84 students or 67% of the Edconomically Disadvantaged population scored proficient or advanced. The identified areas in Reading with the greatest weakness were Practical Passage on multiple choice and Literary Passage and Content Passage on open response. Style and Content were the areas of weakness in Writing.
  5. NORM REFERENCED TEST IOWA BASIC SKILLS 2011 2011 Grade 5 READING COMPREHENSION Combined Population NPR - 17 percentile African American NPR- 16 percentile Economically Disadvantaged NPR - 15 percentile 2011 Grade 5 COMPREHENSIVE LANGUAGE Combined Population - 27 percentile African American - 26 percentile Economically Disadvantaged - 24 percentile In 2009, Anna Strong Middle School 6th grade was administered the SAT10. The Combined Population scored at the 43% NCE. In 2009, Anna Strong Middle School 6th grade students were administered the SAT-10 Literacy Exam. 75 students were tested. The combined population ranked at the 24th percentile., the Combined 6th grade ranked at the 43rd percentile. The African American subgroup ranked at the 23rd percentitle. The Caucasian subgroup ranked at the 28th percentitle. In 2010, Anna Strong Middle School 6th grade students were administered the SAT10 Literacy Exam. The combined population and African American populations both scored at the 28% NCE.
  6. NORM REFERENCED TEST IOWA BASIC SKILLS 2011 2011 GRADE 6 READING COMPREHENSION Combined Population NPR - 23 percentile African American - 21 percentile Economically Disadvantaged - 22 percentile 2011 Grade 6 COMPREHENSIVE LANGUAGE Combined Population NPR - 31 percentile African American -30 percentile Economically Disadvantaged In 2010, 77 Anna Strong Middle School 5th Grade students took the Literacy SAT 10. The Combined Population scored at the 36% NCE.
  7. NORM REFERENCED TEST IOWA BASIC SKILLS 2011 2011 GRADE 7 READING COMPREHENSION Combined Population NPR - 26 percentile African American - 26 Economically Disadvantaged - 24 Percentile 2011 GRADE 7 COMPREHENSIVE LANGUAGE Combined Population - 34 percentile African American - 34 percentile Economically Disadvantaged - 33 percentile In 2009, Anna Strong Middle School 7th grade was administered the Literacy SAT10. The Combined Population ranked at the 27th percentile. The African Americans subgroup ranked at the 28th percentile. The Caucasians subgroup ranked 22th percentile. In 2010, Anna Strong Middle School's 7th Grade the combined population scored at the 32% NCE and the African American population scored at the 33% NCE.-
  8. NORM REFERENCED TEST IOWA BASIC SKILLS 2011 2011 GRADE 8 READING COMPREHENSION Combined Population - 28 percentile African American - 27 percentile Economically Disadvantaged - percentile 2011 Grade 8 COMPREHENSIVE LANGUAGE Combined Population NPR - 35 African American - 35 Economically Disadvantaged - 35 In 2009, the 8th grade students were administered the SAT 10 Literacy Exam. The Combined Population ranked at the 21st percentile. The African American ranked at the 20th percentile. The Caucasians ranked at the 29th percentile. In 2010, the 8th grade students were administered the SAT 10 Literacy Exam. The Combined Population and the African American population scored at the 38% NCE.
  9. 2011 Anna Strong Middle School had an average daily attendance of 91.13%. We met the attendance goal for AYP.
Goal All students will improve in written expression and reading comprehension. Emphases will be on improving the use of reading comprehension strategies, literary passages, content passage, and vocabulary. Emphases will be placed on the Content and Style domains in writing.
Benchmark Anna Strong Middle School placed 51.3% on the 2010-2011 Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) chart in literacy. By the end of the 2011-2012, 84% of the students will score proficient in literacy at Anna Strong Middle School. Therefore we will have 32.7% more students scoring proficient or advanced on the Benchmark test.
Intervention: LITERACY INSTRUCTION WILL BE STANDARDS-BASED.
Scientific Based Research: What Works? Research into Practice, Dr. Christina Van Barneveld, Faculty of education, Lakehead University. August 2008, Monograph # 15 Inproving Literacy Instruction in Middle School and High Schools: A Guide for principals, Joseph Torgeson; Debra Houston; Lila Rissman, 2007.
Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
7. Using the data from NORMES and TLI, teachers with assistance from facilitators, will develop ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT PLANS (AIP) using the TLI website.. (NEEDS ASSESSMENT) The plans will be updated after each interim assessment. Documentation: Copy of AIP.
Action Type: AIP/IRI
Action Type: Equity
Action Type: Parental Engagement
Action Type: Technology Inclusion
 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
End: 06/30/2012
  • Administrative Staff
  • Performance Assessments
  • Teachers
  • Title Teachers
ACTION BUDGET: $
4. The classroom teachers, including special education teachers, will develop and submit to the principal weekly lesson plans that identify specific objective(s)to be taught, instructional strategies to be used, content strand, student learning expectation (SLE), the assessment to be used, how differentiation will be taught, and remediation, if needed. Documentation: Copy of Lesson Plan.
Action Type: Alignment
Action Type: Equity
Action Type: Special Education
 Carolyn Love, Principal, Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator, Classroom Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
End: 06/30/2012
  • Teachers
ACTION BUDGET: $
3. Substitute teachers will be hired to allow for vertical team meetings, resulting in the ALIGNMENT of the school's Language Arts Curriculum. Documentation: Copy of Team Meeting Agenda, Sign-In or Notes.
Action Type: Alignment
Action Type: Collaboration
Action Type: Professional Development
Action Type: Program Evaluation
 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
End: 06/30/2012
  • None
ACTION BUDGET: $
6. The results of the 2010-2011 classroom walk throughs showed that approximately 64% of the teachers' instruction was aligned to the state frameworks. In 2011-12, we expect an increase of 20% of instructions to be ALIGNED to the state frameworks utilizing the IPOD software and written observations. Documentation: Copy of Walk-through report.
Action Type: Alignment
Action Type: Program Evaluation
 Carolyn Love, Principal; Bernice Hill and Patricia Shears, Instructional Facilitators Start: 07/01/2011
End: 06/30/2012
  • Administrative Staff
ACTION BUDGET: $
13. Anna Strong Middle School will employ an Instructional Facilitator (Bernice Hill) to provide job embedded professional development to teaching staff designed to improve the delivery of classroom instruction and will serve as mentor to all teachers. (FTE = 1.00)
Action Type: Alignment
Action Type: Collaboration
Action Type: Professional Development
 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
End: 06/30/2012
  • Administrative Staff
  • Central Office
  • District Staff
Title I - Employee Salaries: $56879.00
Title I - Employee Benefits: $15315.00
ACTION BUDGET: $72194
5. In order to maintain a HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF, Anna Strong Middle School will set aside Title I funds for PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT designed to impact content knowledge, improve classroom management, develop teaching strategies and assessment techniques, as well as improve methods of presenting instructions to increase students' performance on the Benchmark and other examinations.
Action Type: Professional Development
 Carolyn Love, Principal; Laura Strickland, Accountability Coordinator; Start: 07/01/2011
End: 06/30/2012
    ACTION BUDGET: $
    12. The Lee County School District will develop and implement mechanisms necessary to recruit, hire, and maintain highly qualified personnel in all core subject areas; and in particularly, minority staff, as well as, recruitment of teachers in high shortage/need areas, such as special education, math, and science.
    Action Type: Equity
    		 Mr. Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
    End: 06/30/2012
    • Central Office
    ACTION BUDGET: $
    16. The instructional facilitators will attend meetings in all core curriculum areas to provide training and support to the teachers.
    Action Type: Professional Development
    		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Laura Strickland, Accountability Coordinator, and Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
    End: 06/30/2012
    • Administrative Staff
    • Central Office
    • District Staff
    ACTION BUDGET: $
    18. Anna Strong Middle School will provide on-going professional development and support for teachers on how to use instructional materials, technology, and methods in presenting instruction aligned with the state frameworks.
    Action Type: Professional Development
    		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
    End: 06/30/2012
    • Administrative Staff
    • Central Office
    • District Staff
    • Outside Consultants
    ACTION BUDGET: $
    14. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase professional texts for the principal and teachers to help facilitate instruction.
    Action Type: Professional Development
    		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
    End: 06/30/2012
      ACTION BUDGET: $
      10. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase marker boards as needed to be used by teachers/students for immediate assessment of student learning and or teacher instruction in the classroom.
      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
      End: 06/30/2012
      • District Staff
      • Teachers
      • Teaching Aids
      ACTION BUDGET: $
      15. The Instructional Facilitator will provide norm reference practice testing materials for all students in grades 5th through 8th (Commercial testing..SAT 10 Compendiums and Guides, Test Best, Scoring High, Buckle Down etc.) and provide professional development on how to best utilize these materials.
      Action Type: Equity
      Action Type: Professional Development
      		 Carolyn Love & Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
      End: 06/30/2012
      • Administrative Staff
      • District Staff
      ACTION BUDGET: $
      20. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase 2 smart board systems, carts, equipment, etc., necessary for classrooms to enhance the wealth of information available to the learner through interactive presentation.
      Action Type: Technology Inclusion
      		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal, Mr. Willie Marshall, District Technology Coordinator Start: 07/01/2011
      End: 06/30/2012
        ACTION BUDGET: $
        19. The ACSIP Team Committee (District-wide Professional Learning Community) will conduct monthly Peer-Reviews of all ACSIP plans. This committee will consist of all instructional facilitators and administrators in the district.
        Action Type: Collaboration
        Action Type: Program Evaluation
        		 Laura Strickland, Accountability Coordinator; Facilitators; and Administrators Start: 07/01/2011
        End: 06/30/2012
        • Administrative Staff
        • Central Office
        • District Staff
        ACTION BUDGET: $
        23. Language Arts Teachers and literacy facilitator will attend the Arkansas Reading Conference and any other training offered to improve instructions.
        Action Type: Professional Development
        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
        End: 06/30/2012
        • Central Office
        • District Staff
        • Teachers
        Title I - Capital Outlay: $30142.99
        ACTION BUDGET: $30142.99
        24. Anna Strong Middle School will employ two HIGHLY QUALIFIED Paraprofessionals (Diane Campbell, and Daphene Hall) for small group tutoring in math and literacy under the supervision of certified teachers in Special Education classrooms. (FTE.= 1.00)
        Action Type: Special Education
        		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent and Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
        End: 06/30/2012
        • Administrative Staff
        • Central Office
        NSLA (State-281) - Employee Benefits: $10004.00
        NSLA (State-281) - Employee Salaries: $32347.00
        ACTION BUDGET: $42351
        2. Anna Strong Middle School will employ a HIGHLY QUALIFIED Paraprofessional (Earnestine Smith) to provide interventions for students in literacy under the supervision of the fifth grade language arts teacher. (FTE. = 1.00)
        		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent and Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
        End: 06/30/2012
        • Administrative Staff
        • Central Office
        NSLA (State-281) - Employee Benefits: $6538.00
        NSLA (State-281) - Employee Salaries: $16343.00
        ACTION BUDGET: $22881
        29. Anna Strong Middle School will employ a HIGHLY QUALIFIED Paraprofessional (Jonaque Nash) to help students during Language Arts practice time and assist with classroom management and to provide POINT-IN-TIME REMEDIATION for all students under the supervision of certified teachers. (FTE = 1.00)
        		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent and Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
        End: 06/30/2012
        • Administrative Staff
        • Central Office
        Title I - Employee Salaries: $16570.00
        Title I - Employee Benefits: $6588.00
        ACTION BUDGET: $23158
        25. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase Learning A to Z licenses to provide supplemental instructional materials, including levelized text for the teacher.
        		Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
        End: 06/30/2012
          Title I - Purchased Services: $2000.00
          ACTION BUDGET: $2000
          26. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase three (3) replacement bulbs for the smart boards.
          Action Type: Technology Inclusion
          		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Willie Marshall, Technology Coordinator Start: 07/01/2011
          End: 06/30/2012
          • Computers
          • Teachers
          • Teaching Aids
          ACTION BUDGET: $
          8. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase two toner cartridges for each classroom teacher to enhance instruction.
          Action Type: Technology Inclusion
          		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Willie Marshall, Technology Coordinator Start: 07/01/2011
          End: 06/30/2012
          • Computers
          • Teachers
          Title I - Materials & Supplies: $5000.00
          ACTION BUDGET: $5000
          17. A continued partnership with The Learning Institute will provide 4-6 interim assessments to guide our instruction and assist with vertical and horizontal alignment. Through TLI appropriate professional development on research-based strategies and using assessments to drive instruction will be provided as well as allowing teachers and coaches to collaborate with others from around the state. TLI provided a snapshot of how we would perform on the Augmented Benchmark Test.
          Action Type: Alignment
          Action Type: Collaboration
          Action Type: Professional Development
          Action Type: Program Evaluation
          		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Bernice Hill,Instructional Facilitator, & Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
          End: 06/30/2012
          • Teachers
          ACTION BUDGET: $
          30. HQT: Salaries above the state minimum required and a raise will be paid to all certified staff. The amount allocated is a reduction by 20% of the amount allocated in the 2011-2012 ACSIP.
          		 Board of Directors, Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
          End: 06/30/2012
            NSLA (State-281) - Employee Benefits: $17607.51
            NSLA (State-281) - Employee Salaries: $81328.00
            ACTION BUDGET: $98935.51
            9. Instructional materials will be purchased for the art and music teacher to use in differentiating instruction in their classrooms.
            		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
            End: 06/30/2012
            • Teachers
            Title I - Materials & Supplies: $2000.00
            ACTION BUDGET: $2000
            11. Anna Strong Middle School will employ a HIGHLY Qualified Paraprofessional (Mardene Gillespie) for small group tutoring in math and literacy under the supervision of a certified Special Education teacher. (FTE. = 1.00)
            		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
            End: 06/30/2012
              NSLA (State-281) - Employee Benefits: $6516.00
              NSLA (State-281) - Employee Salaries: $16238.00
              ACTION BUDGET: $22754
              1. Anna Strong Middle School teachers, including special education teachers, will hold weekly collaborative meetings (PLC, Faculty Meetings, Departmental meetings) in all content areas to focus on creating well developed lessons, studying professional text, as well as analyzing data to drive instruction with the focus on improving student achievement.
              Action Type: Collaboration
              Action Type: Professional Development
              		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Bernice Hill, Literacy Facilitator, Teachers, Start: 07/01/2011
              End: 06/30/2012
              • Administrative Staff
              • Teachers
              ACTION BUDGET: $
              31. The Learning Institute (TLI) interim assessments will be used in Literacy. The TLI process allows teachers to concentrate on a vertical and horizontal alignment, creates a focus on Student Learning Expectations, and give both teacher and student immediate feedback in order to remediate.
              Action Type: Alignment
              Action Type: Collaboration
              		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Bernice Hill, Facilitator, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
              End: 06/30/2012
              • District Staff
              • Outside Consultants
              • Teachers
              ACTION BUDGET: $
              32. Anna Strong Middle will purchase books, materials, and supplies needed for teachers to use in their classroom to differentiate for the different needs of the students. The Gifted and Talented Program (GT)
              		 Carolyn Love, Principal; John Jones, GT Coordinator; Classroom Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
              End: 06/30/2012
                ACTION BUDGET: $
                33. To provide RTI to Anna Strong Middle School students, professional text and anchor books will be purchased to build the foundation of materials needed to provide interventions for struggling students.
                Action Type: Collaboration
                Action Type: Professional Development
                Action Type: Special Education
                		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Bernice Hill, Literacy Facilitator; Joyce Chatters, Special Education Teacher; Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                End: 06/30/2012
                • Administrative Staff
                • Central Office
                • Teachers
                ACTION BUDGET: $
                Anna Strong Middle School will purchase a school wide license for Ed Helper which will be resource to provide supplemental and intervention lessons for teachers.
                		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                End: 06/30/2012
                  Title I - Materials & Supplies: $2000.00
                  ACTION BUDGET: $2000
                  33. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase three ASCD memberships (Carolyn Love, Principal; Patricia Shears, Math Facilitator; and Bernice Hill, Literacy Facilitator) to enhance professional development.
                  Action Type: Professional Development
                  		 Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                  End: 06/30/2012
                    Title I - Purchased Services: $500.00
                    ACTION BUDGET: $500
                    34. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase 80 computers and four flip cameras.
                    Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                    End: 06/30/2012
                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                      Total Budget: $323916.5
                      Intervention: 2. ORCHARD INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
                      Scientific Based Research: Siboney learning group, [2005], Reading Research Summary, ttp://www.orchard software.com/info.shtml; Siboney learning group, [2005], Research Summary Booklet, ttp://www.orchardsoftware.com/info.shtml. The Lee County School District has also done internal independent research on the Orchard computer assisted instruction system. Using an XY scatter plot we have found a consistently strong positive correlation between student post-test results on the Orchard system and student benchmark test results. Our Pearson correlations for literacy at this school range from 0.62 to 0.82 (0.00 is no correlation and 1.00 is a perfect correlation). This is research is available upon request.
                      Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                      3. The Orchard Language Arts Pre-Test will be administered as soon as possible after the start of school. Test results will be used to create individual work assignments for the students. Documentation: Copy of Pre-Test Score Report.
                      Action Type: AIP/IRI
                      Action Type: Alignment
                      Action Type: Equity
                      Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                      		 Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator, Lab Attendants, and Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                      End: 06/30/2012
                      • Computers
                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                      4. An Orchard Performance Report,generated by the Instructional Facilitator and Lab Attendant, comparing the pre and post test scores showed a small increase in students’ progress. Documentation: Copy of Post-Test Score Report.
                      Action Type: Program Evaluation
                      Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                      		 Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                      End: 06/30/2012
                      • Computers
                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                      1. Professional development (direct observation and working with faculty and staff) will be provided through the Orchard technical support personnel to ensure the staff's ability to successfully manage the Orchard Lab programs. Documentation: Copy of Training Sign-In Sheet.
                      Action Type: Equity
                      Action Type: Professional Development
                      Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                      End: 06/30/2012
                      • Administrative Staff
                      • Computers
                      • Outside Consultants
                      • Teachers
                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                      5. Teachers and students will provide information for future use of the Orchard program using a year-end survey. A survey summary will be provided to the principal. Documentation: Copy of survey summary report.
                      Action Type: Program Evaluation
                      		 Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                      End: 06/30/2012
                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                        2. Anna Strong Middle School will employ a Highly Qualified Paraprofessional (Linda Fisher)to facilitate and assist students in the use of the Orchard Lab under the supervision of certified teachers. This will allow all teachers to enhance their literacy instruction with technology.(FTE = 1.00) Documentation: Teacher statement of Lab use.
                        Action Type: Alignment
                        Action Type: Equity
                        Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                        End: 06/30/2012
                        • Administrative Staff
                        • Computers
                        NSLA (State-281) - Employee Benefits: $6617.00
                        NSLA (State-281) - Employee Salaries: $15321.00
                        ACTION BUDGET: $21938
                        6. Continue to utilize the Orchard Language Lab to reinforce and enhance classroom instruction. The Orchard Language Arts Learning Lab is a computer-based program designed to increase achievement in reading and writing for all students. It provides practice in addition to regular classroom instruction.
                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Teachers, Lab Attendants, Bernice Hill, Instructional Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                        End: 06/30/2012
                        • Administrative Staff
                        • Central Office
                        • District Staff
                        • Teachers
                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                        7. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase materials and supplies (ink, paper, cleaners, etc.)to be used to maintain the computers and permit the teachers to print student work. (Orchard & ETS)
                        		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                        End: 06/30/2012
                          Title I - Materials & Supplies: $500.00
                          ACTION BUDGET: $500
                          Total Budget: $22438
                          Intervention: 3. ACCELERATED READER PROGRAM
                          Scientific Based Research: Renaissance Learning. (2004). Curriculum-based measurements show improved fluency after only 12 weeks (Scientific Research: Quasi-Experimental series). Madison, WI: Renaissance Learning, Inc. Available online: ;Ross, S.M., Nunnery, J., & Goldfeder, E. (2004). A randomized experiment on the effects of Accelerated Reader/Reading Renaissance in an urban school district (Final report). Memphis, TN: University of Memphis, Center for Research in Educational Policy. Available online: .
                          Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                          6. All students will be given the Star Assessment Test to determine their reading level. The teachers and students will be given a copy of the Diagnostic Report. Parents will be given the Parent Report. Teachers will use the test results as they plan instructions in reading. Documentation: Copy of STAR test score report.
                          Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                          		 Wilma Holmes, Library Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                          End: 06/30/2012
                          • Computers
                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                          8. A Student Reading Summary Report for each student will be given to the teacher at the end of each five and 9-weeks. This will be sent to parents with regular report cards. Supplementary Reports may be printed upon request of the teacher.
                          Action Type: Program Evaluation
                          Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                          		 Wilma Holmes, Library Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                          End: 06/30/2012
                          • Computers
                          • Teachers
                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                          1. The Library Media Specialist will purchase books (fully processed...barcodes, labels, etc.) to update and replace books in the current collection Accelerated Reader Program. The Accelerated Reader is a computer-based program designed to improve reading comprehension and enhance student's reading.
                          		Mrs. W. Homes, Library Media Specialist; Mrs.Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                          End: 06/30/2012
                          • District Staff
                          • School Library
                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                          5. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase Technical Support for the Atrium, Accelerated Reader, STAR Reading, and AR Book guide. Documentation: Contract on file
                          		 Mrs. W. Holmes, Library Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                          End: 06/30/2012
                          • Administrative Staff
                          • District Staff
                          • School Library
                          • Teachers
                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                          7. Anna Strong Middle School will continue to employ a Highly Qualified Paraprofessional (Shelby Cross)(FTE =1.00) who will, under the supervision of the Media Specialist (a certified teacher), facilitate the operation of the school Library Media Center and the Accelerated Reader Program by assisting students in selecting books, taking test, etc. Documentation: Contract on file.
                          		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                          End: 06/30/2012
                            Title I - Employee Salaries: $16127.00
                            Title I - Employee Benefits: $6492.00
                            ACTION BUDGET: $22619
                            9. The Media Specialist and teachers will monitor STAR Test results over a two-year span to measure the increase in reading scores. The baseline data for 2008-2009 showed that there was a 10% gain Documentation: STAR Test
                            Action Type: Program Evaluation
                            		 Wilma Holmes, Library Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                            End: 06/30/2012
                            • Administrative Staff
                            • Central Office
                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                            2. Anna Strong Middle School will provide a server hosting fee for the Accelerated Reader Program.
                            Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                            		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal and Mrs. Wilma Holmes, Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                            End: 06/30/2012
                            • Administrative Staff
                            • Central Office
                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                            11. Anna Strong Middle School will host the Renaissance Place, an advanced, web-based software system to assist teachers with guided reading intervention, in which teachers direct student reading of text.
                            Action Type: Collaboration
                            Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                            		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal and Mrs. Wilma Holmes, Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                            End: 06/30/2012
                            • Administrative Staff
                            • Central Office
                            • District Staff
                            • Teachers
                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                            10. Anna Strong Middle School will provide professional development for teachers, including Special Education teachers, using the Renaissance Place Software
                            Action Type: Professional Development
                            Action Type: Special Education
                            		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                            End: 06/30/2012
                            • Outside Consultants
                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                            4. The Library Media Specialist will purchase supplies necessary to operate the Accelerated Reading Program. {This includes supplies to keep student records for teachers, principal and instructional facilitators.}
                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Bernice Hill, Instructional Specialist; Wilma Holmes, Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                            End: 06/30/2012
                            • School Library
                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                            3. Anna Strong Middle School's Language Arts Teachers, Literacy Coach, and Media Specialist will attend the Accelerated Reading Regional Seminar to learn more about strategies that maximize the effectiveness of Accelerated Reading in the Classroom.
                            Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Wilma Holmes, Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                            End: 06/30/2012
                            • Administrative Staff
                            • Teachers
                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                            13. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase portable DVD players, cart, Listening Center, and TV to enhance interventions and assist the struggling readers.
                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Wilma Holmes, Media Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                            End: 06/30/2012
                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                              14. In 2010-2011 school year, 25% of the students at Anna Strong Middle School read over one million words. Over 45% of the students read at least 25 books. In 2011-2012 school year, 50% of the students will read a million words and 75% of the students will read at least 25 books.
                              Action Type: Collaboration
                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator; Wilma Holmes, Media Specialist; Classroom Teachers; St Start: 07/01/2011
                              End: 06/30/2012
                              • Administrative Staff
                              • School Library
                              • Teachers
                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                              Total Budget: $22619
                              Intervention: 6. COMPREHENSIVE LITERACY STRATEGIES WILL BE INCORPORATED
                              Scientific Based Research: .
                              Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                              3. Teachers will teach explicit word study/spelling (Vocabulary) using Robert Marzano 's and Isbael Beck's "Bringing Words to Life" text. Classroom diagnostics will be the basis of appropriate instruction. Documentation: Word Study Instruction assurance statement from reading teachers.
                              Action Type: Alignment
                              Action Type: Equity
                              		 Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                              End: 06/30/2012
                              • Administrative Staff
                              • Central Office
                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                              4. Anna Strong Middle School teachers, including the Special Education teachers, will focus on improving students' fluency in reading as a means to improve reading comprehension.
                              Action Type: Alignment
                              Action Type: Equity
                              Action Type: Program Evaluation
                              		 Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                              End: 06/30/2012
                              • Administrative Staff
                              • Central Office
                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                              6. Teaching for deeper comprehension will become part of each class in literacy and core curriculum classes. Student writing supplies will be bought to facilitate this process. Documentation: Teacher statement of activity to address comprehension.
                              Action Type: Alignment
                              Action Type: Equity
                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                              End: 06/30/2012
                              • Administrative Staff
                              • Central Office
                              • Teachers
                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                              7. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase needed instructional supplies ( Books, Dictionaries, Thesaurus, etc.) which will support the utilization of the components of Comprehensive Literacy Instruction in all classrooms. Documentation: Copy of purchase order for classroom supplies.
                              Action Type: Equity
                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                              End: 06/30/2012
                              • Administrative Staff
                              • Central Office
                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                              10. Because writing is a weakness at Anna Strong Middle, on-going professional development will be provided for teachers, including special Education teachers, using the ETS On-line Writing Project. There was an improvement on the Benchmark open response. In 2010-2011 there will be an increase of 26% on open response questions.
                              Action Type: Professional Development
                              Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                              		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                              End: 06/30/2012
                                ACTION BUDGET: $
                                11. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase materials and supplies to be used with the ETS On-line Writing Project such as ink and paper.
                                Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal and Lab Attendant Start: 07/01/2011
                                End: 06/30/2012
                                • Administrative Staff
                                • District Staff
                                Title I - Materials & Supplies: $200.00
                                ACTION BUDGET: $200
                                12. Instructional Facilitator and teachers will attend Literacy Lab training to learn reading strategies to be used to improve literacy instruction at the middle school.
                                Action Type: ADE Scholastic Audit
                                Action Type: Professional Development
                                		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Facilitator, Teachers, Dr. Ken Stamatis Start: 07/01/2011
                                End: 06/30/2012
                                • Teachers
                                ACTION BUDGET: $
                                13. To support instruction in the classroom, field lessons will be scheduled to provide real-world application of lessons taught in the classroom.
                                		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Bernice Hill & Patricia Shears, Instructional Facilitators Start: 07/01/2011
                                End: 06/30/2012
                                  NSLA (State-281) - Purchased Services: $5000.00
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $5000
                                  Total Budget: $5200
                                  Intervention: 9. Extended Day ( Refer to Lee County District's Plan for personnel and funding)
                                  Scientific Based Research: National Center For Education Evaluation And Regional Assistance. 2004. When Schools Stay Open Late: The National Evaluation Of The 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program New Findings Executive Summary. (Online), Retrieved August 31, 2007, from http://ies.ed.gov/ncee/pubs/clc2004_execsumm.asp
                                  Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                  1. Providing for an extended day at Anna Strong Middle School will help remediate those students who scored below proficient on the ACTAPP Exam. Documentation: Lesson Plans and Rosters.
                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • District Staff
                                  • Teachers
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  6. Hiring teachers and Highly Qualified Paraprofessionals necessary to operate extended day program.
                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                  Action Type: Equity
                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                  Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                  Action Type: Special Education
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • Central Office
                                  • District Staff
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  3. Provide orientation for site coordinator, teachers, and paraprofessionals prior to implementation of extended program.
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Laura Strickland, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • Central Office
                                  • District Staff
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  4. Provide for instructional materials for extended day program.
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal and Bernice Hill & Patricia Shears Instructional Facilitators Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • Central Office
                                  • District Staff
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  2. Provide snacks for students participating in extended program.
                                  		 Doris Lewellen, Food Services Coordinator Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • Central Office
                                  • District Staff
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  5. All students participating in the extended day will show an increase in test performance on the local and/or state assessments to determine effectiveness of the program. In 2009-2010 we showed an increase of 5%. In 2010-2011 we showed an increase of 7.7%. In 2011-2012 we will show an increase of 10%. Documentation: Test Results
                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                  Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitators, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • Central Office
                                  • District Staff
                                  • Outside Consultants
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  7. Transportation will be provided for students participating in the extended day program.
                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                  		 Mr. Titus Howell, Transportation Coordinator Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • Central Office
                                  • District Staff
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  Total Budget: $0
                                  Intervention: 10. Anna Strong Middle School will implement activities to improve student achievement as outlined by Learning Forward. (CORRECTIVE ACTION)
                                  Scientific Based Research:
                                  Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                  7. The principal will guide the Leadership Team (Carolyn Love, Principal; Bernice Hill & Patricia Shears, Instructional Facilitators; Theodore Shumpert, Counselor; Fannie Sims Parent P/COC, Wilma Holmes, Media Specialist & Teachers) through the implementation of Learning Forward. The Leadership Team will meet weekly to discuss & focus on the needs of the faculty and/or students.
                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • Central Office
                                  • Teachers
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  2. All students and teachers will participate in a District-wide 25 Book Campaign Kick-off. Each student is encouraged to read 25 books a school year which is one million words per school year. Students will read daily to improve vocabulary and comprehension skills. Students will maintain reading logs to monitor their progress. Reading Celebrations will be held throughout the year to promote reading. Teachers, Facilitators, & Principal will monitor students' reading. Community support will be sought to help with this activity. Materials and supplies will be purchased.
                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Dorisey Brown, District Literacy Specialist, Wilma Holmes, Librarian, Bernice Hill, Instruction Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • Administrative Staff
                                  • Central Office
                                  • Community Leaders
                                  • School Library
                                  • Teachers
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  5. Anna Strong Middle School will participate in The Book of the Month. The principal will choose a book each month to be read to the students by the teachers. Materials will be purchased.
                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                  • District Staff
                                  • Outside Consultants
                                  • School Library
                                  • Teachers
                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                  4. Title I funds will be used to provide instructional materials as needed. This will include binders, chart tablets, principal's books, markers, field lessons, 25 book campaign,composition notebooks, highlighters, post-its etc.
                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                    10. Anna Strong Middle School will send educators to the Learning Foward National Conference to review research, examine best practices and share ideas with other educators across the country.
                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                    • Administrative Staff
                                    • Central Office
                                    • Teachers
                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                    9. Substitutes will be hired to allow teachers to attend training to improvement. Documentation: Copy of Training agenda or participant statement of training content.
                                    Action Type: Collaboration
                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                    • Administrative Staff
                                    • Central Office
                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                    6 The Literacy Facilitator/Learning Foward Consultants will provide training for teachers. They will attend meetings and/or professional development necessary for the training of teachers. Training, travel, and related expenses will be paid. Needed materials will be purchased.
                                    Action Type: Collaboration
                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal, & Learning Forward Consultants Start: 07/01/2011
                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                    • District Staff
                                    • Outside Consultants
                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                    12. Leadership Team Meetings will be held weekly to plan and monitor the progress of school.
                                    Action Type: Collaboration
                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                    • Administrative Staff
                                    • Teachers
                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                    13. Focus Walks will be conducted periodically by the Learning Forward consultants, teachers, and leadership team to assist and monitor the progress of instruction.
                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                    Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      11. A Quality Review will be conducted by the Learning Forward consultants and the leadership team twice a year to evaluate the progress of student achievement.
                                      Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Learning Forward Consultants; and Leadership Team Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                      • Administrative Staff
                                      • Outside Consultants
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      1. All highly Qualified Teachers in Grades 5-8 will be provided job embedded staff development related to their professional needs by Learning Forward. Materials needed to support training and classroom activities will be purchased.
                                      Action Type: Professional Development
                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                      • Administrative Staff
                                      • Teachers
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      3. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase capstone text for students/teachers to be used in Readers Workshop.
                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator and Literacy Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                      • District Staff
                                      • Teachers
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      14. Learning Foward Consultants will model for coaches and teachers the best teaching practices and strategies. Coaches/Facilitators will provide on going support to teachers.
                                      Action Type: Professional Development
                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Learning Forward Consultants Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                      • District Staff
                                      • Outside Consultants
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      15. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase Literacy Navigator and Ramp-Up materials for intervention and other supplies and materials needed to improve achievement.
                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                      • District Staff
                                      • Teachers
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      16. The baseline data for 2011-2012 in 7th grade shows that there was an 13% gains on the ACTAAP. There will be an 15% increase on the ACTAAP in 2011-2012.
                                      Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                      • Teachers
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      17. Classroom libraries will be provided to all classrooms to provide choice and access to books, promote reading practice, to provide differentiation of instruction, and to enhance the teaching of the core literacy component across the curriculum to improve achievement.
                                      		 Bernice Hill, Literacy Instructional Facilitator and Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                      • School Library
                                      • Teaching Aids
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      Learning Forward will be used to focus on school improvement and the struggling learners. The Learning Forward consultants will work with instructional facilitators, principal,and teachers to assess needs and concerns and provide plan courses of action.
                                      Action Type: Collaboration
                                      Action Type: Professional Development
                                      		 Board of Directors, Saul Lusk, Superintendent, Carolyn Love, Principal, Instructional Facilitators, Teachers, Consultant Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                      • Administrative Staff
                                      • Outside Consultants
                                      • Teachers
                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                      Learning Forward will provide training for Professional Development and Coaches Academy. The coaches' academy team consist lead teachers and instructional facilitators. The Professional Development Planning Team consist of teachers, principals, paraprofessionals, community persons, board members, and superintendent.
                                      		 Learning Forward Consultants; Saul Lusk, Superintendent; and Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                        Total Budget: $0
                                        Intervention: 11. Because Anna Strong Middle School is in School Improvement Year seven(7) status, RESTRUCTURING will be considered.
                                        Scientific Based Research: Learning Point Associates. (2006). School Restructuring under No Child Left Behind: What Works When? A Guide for Education Leaders. Retrieved November 19, 2008. From: www.centerforcsri.org/files/RestructuringGuide.pdf
                                        Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                        1. Fully developed restructuring plans will be submitted in revised school improvement plans prior to the March 30, 2009 deadline for amending plans.
                                        		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent; Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                                          3. Because of restructuring, in 2009-2010 there will be an increase on the ACTAAP.
                                          		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                          End: 06/30/2012
                                          • Teachers
                                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                                          2. The district leadership team will re-evaluate the Restructuring Plan.
                                          		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent, Laura Strickland, Accountability Coordinator, Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                          End: 06/30/2012
                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                            Total Budget: $0
                                            Priority 2: Math instruction will be Standards-Based.
                                            Supporting Data:
                                            1. BENCHMARK - 5TH grade mathematics exam 2011 28 of 80 students or 35% scored pro/adv in Combined Population 26 of 74 students or 35% pro/adv in African American Population 22 of 71 students or 31% scored pro/adv in Economically Disadvantaged Population The lowest identified area of weakness on the Math Multiple Choice Exam was Data Analysis and Probability. The lowest identified area of weakness on Open Response was Measurement. In 2010, the Benchmark Exam was administered to 5th Grade students at Anna Strong Middle School. 31 of 77 student or 40% of the Combined Population scored proficient or advanced. 26 of 77 students or 34% of the African American population scored proficient or advanced. 30 of 75 or 40% of the Economically Disadvantaged population scored proficient or advanced in math. The identified area of weakness in Math was Measurement on multiple choice and Data Analysis and Probability on open response.
                                            2. BENCHMARK - 6TH GRADE MATHEMATICS EXAM 2011 41 of 75 students or 55% scored pro/adv in Combined Population 37 of 66 students or 56% scored pro/adv in African American 35 of 65 students or 54% scored pro.adv in the Economically Disadvantaged population The lowest identified area of weakness on Multiple Choice was Measurement The lowest identified area of weakness on Open Response was Number and Operation. On the 2009 Benchmark Math Exam for 6th grade, 55% of the combined population scored proficient or advanced. 38% African Americans scored proficient or advanced. 53% of economically disadvantaged scored proficient or advantaged. No one in the students with disabilities sugroup scored proficient or advantaged of the Math Exam. In 2009, the identified area of weakness in Math was Data Analysis and Probability and Measurement. The 2010 6th Grade Benchmark Exam: 32 of 64 students or 50% of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced. 32 of 62 students or 52% of the African American and Economically Disadvantaged population scored proficient or advanced. The identified area of weakness was Measurement on multiple choice and open response.
                                            3. BENCHMARK - 7th GRADE MATHEMATIC EXAM 2011 32 of 63 students OR 51% scored pro/adv in Combined Population 30 of 60 students or 50% scored pro/adv in African American 27 of 57 students or 47% scored pro/adv in Economically Disadvantaged The lowest identified area of weakness was Mesurement (MC) and Geometry (OR) The 2010 7th Grade Benchmark Exam: 37 of 71 students or 52% of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced. 33 of 62 students or 53% of the African American population scored proficient or advanced. 36 of 69 students or 52% of the Economically Disadvantaged scored proficient or advanced. The identified areas of weakness were Measurement on multiple choice and Geometry on open response. In 2009, the Math Benchmark Exam was administered to the 7th grade students. 46% of the combined population scored proficient or advanced. 45% of African American population scored proficient or advanced. 51% of Caucasians scored proficient or advance. 48% of the economically disadvantaged scored proficient or advanced. 11% of the students with disabilities. The identified area of weakness was measurement (mc) and Geometry (or).
                                            4. BENCHMARK - 8TH GRADE MATHEMATIC EXAM 2011 23 of 59 students or 39% scored pro/adv in Combined Population 22 of 57 students or 39% scored pro/adv in the African American Population 16 of 48 students or 33% scored pro/adv in the Economically Disadvantaged The lowest identified are of weakness Alegbra (MC) and Measurement (OR). The 2010 8th Grade Benchmark Exam: 40 of 90 students or 44% of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced. 34 of 82 students or 41% of the African American population scored proficient or advanced. 39 of 84 students or 46% of the Economically Disadvantaged population scored proficient or advanced. The identified area of weakness was Data Analysis and Probability on multiple choice and Measurement on open response. In 2009, 32% the combined population scored proficient or advanced. 31% of African Americans scored proficient or advanced. 28% of Caucasians scored proficient or advanced. 32% of economically disadvantaged scored proficient or advanced. The identified areas of weakness were Geometry (mc) and Algebra (or).
                                            5. Anna Strong Middle School administered the Iowa Test of Basic Skills in mathematics to the 6th grade students in 2005-2007. The two-year data showed an average of 12.8% of the Combined population, 2.1% of the African American population, 64.3% of the Caucasian population, and 11.4% of the Economically Disadvantaged population scored at or above the 50th percentile in total math computation.The average of the greatest weakest was in measurement (MC)and Number Operation (OR). Seventh (7) Grade students were administered the ITBS test in 2006-2007. 26.3% of the Combined population, 25% of the African American population, 41.5% of the Caucasian population, and 26% of the Economically Disadvantaged population scored at or above the 50th percentile in total math computation. The area of weakest was in measurement (MC) and Number Operation (OR). The eighth (8) grade students were administered the ITBS mathematics test in 2005-2007. The two-year data showed an average of 34.5% of the Combined population, 24.2% of the African American population scored at or above the 50th percentile in total math computation. SUMMARY: After reviewing the 2006-2007 ITBS data for 6th grade, Math Concepts was the weakest area for the African American and Economically Disadvantaged subgroups. SUMMARY: After reviewing the 2006-2007 ITBS data for 7th grade, Math Computation was the weakest area for the African American subgroup. SUMMARY: After reviewing the 2006-2007 ITBS data for 8th grade, African Americans Math Total without Computation was the lowest.
                                            6. In 2007-2008, Anna Strong Middle School 7th grade students were administered the SAT-10 Literacy Exam. The school results are not available. The 2010 NRT: 77 5th grade students scored at the 36% NCE. 64 6th grade students scored at the 49% NCE. 71 7th grade students scored at the 37% NCE. 90 8th grade students scored at the 55% NCE.
                                            7. Anna Strong Middle School has an average attendance rate of 91.13%. The attendance goal was met.
                                            8. NORMED REFERENCED TEST IOWA BASIC SKILLS 2011 2011 Grade 5 MATHEMATICS Combined Population NPR - 26 percentile African American - 25 percentile Economically Disadvantaged - 23 percentile
                                            9. NORMED REFERENCED TEST IOWA BASIC SKILLS 2011 2011 Grade 6 MATHEMATICS Combined Population NPR - 33 percentile African American - 31 percentile Economically Disadvantaged - 32 percentile In 2009 the Math SAT 10, the 6th grade Combined population ranked at the 43rd percentile. The African American subgroup at the 44th percentile. The Caucasians subgroup ranked at the 31st percentile.
                                            10. NORM REFERENCED TEST IOWA BASIC SKILLS 2011 2011 GRADE 7 MATHEMATICS Combined Population NPR - 38 percentile African Americans - 38 percentile Economically Disadvantaged - 37 percentile In 2009, the 7th grade Math SAT 10. The Combined Population ranked at the 35th percentile. The African Americans ranked at the 34th percentile. The Caucasians ranked at the 38th percentile.
                                            11. NORM REFERENCED TEST IOWA BASIC SKILLS 2011 2011 GRADE 8 MATHEMATICS Combined population NPR - 39 percentile African American - 40 percentile Economically Disadvantaged 37 percentile In 2009, the 8th grade Math SAT 10 combined population ranked at the 44th percentile. The African Americans ranked at the 42nd percentile. The Caucasians ranked at the 40 percentile.
                                            Goal All students will increase achievement in mathematics, specifically in the areas of algebra, geometry, and measurement.
                                            Benchmark Anna Strong Middle School placed 45.7% on the 2010-2011 Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) chart in Mathematics but must be at 82% in 2011-2012. Therefore, 36.3% more of our students need to score proficient or advanced in order for us to achieve AYP. African Americans and Economically Disadvantaged populations did not achieve AYP and need to improve by 30% and 29% respectively.
                                            Benchmark 46.9% of the Students with Disabilities (currently in SI-3) will score proficient or above on the Spring' 2008 Math Benchmark Exam.
                                            Intervention: 1. MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION WILL BE STANDARDS-BASED.
                                            Scientific Based Research: Assessing the Impact of Standards-based MATHEMATICS Curricula on Student Achievement and the Classroom Learning Environment. March, 2006
                                            Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                            7. Using the data from NORMES and TLI, teachers along with facilitators, will develop ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT PLANS (AIP) using the TLI website.. (NEEDS ASSESSMENT) The plans will be updated after each interim assessment. Documentation: Copy of AIP
                                            Action Type: AIP/IRI
                                            Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Patricia Shears, Math Facilitator, Classroom Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                            • Performance Assessments
                                            • Teachers
                                            • Title Teachers
                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                            4. Anna Strong Middle School will provide on-going PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT, support, resource materials, technology, and methods in presenting instruction that is ALIGNED with the state frameworks.
                                            Action Type: Collaboration
                                            Action Type: Equity
                                            Action Type: Professional Development
                                            Action Type: Special Education
                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Math Facilitator, & Glencoe Consultant Start: 07/01/2011
                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                            • Administrative Staff
                                            • District Staff
                                            • Outside Consultants
                                            • Performance Assessments
                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                            3. Classroom Teachers will develop and submit to the principal weekly lesson plans that identify specific objective (s) to be taught, instructional strategies to be used, content strand, student learning expectation (SLE) and assessment used. Copy of Lesson Plan.
                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                            Action Type: Equity
                                            		 Classroom Teachers, & Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                            • Teachers
                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                            5. Substitue Teachers will be hired to allow for vertical team meetings. These meetings will facilitate instructional planning and documentation, resulting in the ALIGNMENT of the Math Curriculum. Documentation: Copy of meeting agenda, notes, or sign-in.
                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                            Action Type: Collaboration
                                            Action Type: Professional Development
                                            Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                            • Administrative Staff
                                            • Central Office
                                            • None
                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                            6. The principal and instructional facilitators will conduct daily classroom Walk-Throughs of all teachers to determine if instruction is ALIGNED to the state utilizing the IPOD/IPAD software and written observations. Documentation: Copy of Walk-through report.
                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                            Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal Instructional Facilitators Start: 07/01/2011
                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                            • Administrative Staff
                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                            8. Anna Strong Middle School will employ a HIGHLY QUALIFIED Paraprofessional (Ossie Avant) to help students during Math Practice time and assist with classroom management and to provide POINT-IN-TIME REMEDIATION for all students under the supervision of the certified teachers. (FTE = 1.00)
                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                              NSLA (State-281) - Employee Benefits: $3537.00
                                              NSLA (State-281) - Employee Salaries: $16336.00
                                              ACTION BUDGET: $19873
                                              14. Anna Strong Middle School will utilize the GEAR-UP program through Phillips County Community College, to provide math tutoring for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students to improve math achievement . Documentation: Student and teacher report of participation. Sign in sheets and contracts.
                                              Action Type: Collaboration
                                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Bernice Hill, Instructional Facilitator, Consultants, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                              • Administrative Staff
                                              • District Staff
                                              • Outside Consultants
                                              • Teachers
                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                              9. The ACSIP Team Committee has conducted a Peer-Review of all ACSIP plans.
                                              Action Type: Collaboration
                                              Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                              		 Laura Strickland , Accountability Coordinator; Facilitators, and Administrators, Start: 07/01/2011
                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                              • Administrative Staff
                                              • District Staff
                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                              10. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase 25 TI-73 and 25 TI-15 calculators that will be used by students.
                                              		Carolyn Love, Principal, Patricia Shears, Math Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                              • Administrative Staff
                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                              13. Anna Strong Middle School will employ an Instructional Facilitator (Patricia Shears)to provide job imbedded professional development to teaching staff designed to improve the delivery of classroom instruction and will serve as mentor to all teachers. (FTE = 1.00)
                                              		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent, & Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                              • Administrative Staff
                                              • Central Office
                                              Title I - Materials & Supplies: $2000.00
                                              Title I - Employee Salaries: $47096.00
                                              Title I - Employee Benefits: $13197.00
                                              ACTION BUDGET: $62293
                                              11. Anna Strong Middle School will provide funds for the purchase of batteries and other items that are needed for the maintenance of the calculators and other equipment used by the students in the classroom each day.
                                              		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                15. Math facilitator and/or math teachers will attend math conference, coach's training, and other trainings that are offered to continue to improve math instructions. Professional texts/materials will be purchased as needed.
                                                Action Type: Professional Development
                                                		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Patricia Shears, Math Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                End: 06/30/2012
                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                  16. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase materials to reinforce test taking strategies. (Buckle Down, Test Ready, Curriculum Associates, etc.)
                                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                                  Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Instructional Facilitators, & Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                  • Teachers
                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                  19. A partnership with The Learning Institute will provide interim assessments to guide our instruction and assist with vertical and horizontal alignment. Through TLI appropriate professional development on research-based strategies and using assessments to drive instruction will be provided as well as allowing teachers and coaches to collaborate with others from around the state. Bubble sheets will be purchased.
                                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Patricia Shears, Math Facilitator, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                  • Outside Consultants
                                                  • Performance Assessments
                                                  • Teachers
                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                  17. Math manipulatives will be purchased for classroom teachers to provide differentiation of instruction, enhance the learning experience of students, and to ensure teachers are continuously increasing the rigor of instruction to enable students to increase achievement.
                                                  Action Type: Alignment
                                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Patricia Shears, Math Facilitator, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                  • Administrative Staff
                                                  • Teachers
                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                  18. Anna Strong Middle School teachers, including special education teachers, will hold weekly collaborative meetings in all content areas to focus on creating well developed lessons, studying professional text, as well as analyze data to drive instruction with the focus on improving student achievement.
                                                  Action Type: Collaboration
                                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Patricia Shears, Math Facilitators, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                    Total Budget: $82166
                                                    Intervention: 2. ORCHARD INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
                                                    Scientific Based Research: Siboney learning group, [2005], Reading Research Summary, ttp://www.orchardsoftware.com/info.shtml; Siboney learning group, [2005], Research Summary Booklet, ttp://www.orchardsoftware.com/info.shtml. The Lee County School District has done internal independent research on the Orchard computer assisted instruction system. Using an XY scatter plot we have found a consistently strong positive correlation between student post-test results on the Orchard system and student benchmark test results. Our Pearson correlations for math at this school range from 0.78 to 0.82 (0.00 is no correlation and 1.00 is a perfect correlation). This is research is available upon request.
                                                    Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                    1. Teachers will be trained in how to use the updated Orchard Math Instructional Software Program. Documentation: Copy of Training Sign-In Sheet.
                                                    Action Type: Alignment
                                                    Action Type: Equity
                                                    Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Consultant Start: 07/01/2011
                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                    • Computers
                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                    2. Administering the Orchard Math Pre-Test will take place as soon as possible after the start of school. Test results will be used to create individual work assignments for the students. Documentation: Copy of Pre-Test Score
                                                    Action Type: AIP/IRI
                                                    Action Type: Alignment
                                                    Action Type: Equity
                                                    Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                    Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                                    		 Joycelyn Brandon, Lab Attendant, Patricia Shears, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                    • Computers
                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                    4. The Orchard Math Post-Test will be administered during the last month of the school year. A Performance Report will be generated by the Lab Assistant/Instructional Facilitator comparing the pre and post test scores to determine the impact of the program on the students’ progress. Documentation: Copy of Post-Test Score Report.
                                                    Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                    Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                                    		 Joycelyn Brandon, Lab Attendant, Patricia Shears, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                    • Computers
                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                    5. Participating in a end-of-the-year survey, teachers and students will provide information for the future use of the Orchard program. The survey summary will be provided to the principal and facilitator. Documentation: Copy of survey summary report.
                                                    Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                    		 Patricia Shears, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                      3. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase materials and supplies (ink, paper, cleaners, etc.)for the Computer Lab to maintain the lab and permit teachers and students to print their work and create products using their skills. Documentation: Copy of printout.
                                                      Action Type: Equity
                                                      Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                      • Administrative Staff
                                                      • Teachers
                                                      Title I - Materials & Supplies: $500.00
                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $500
                                                      7. Anna Strong Middle School will continue to utilize the Orchard Math Lab. The Orchard Math Learning Lab is a computer-based program that is designed to increase math skills for all students. It provides practice in addition to the regular classroom instructions.
                                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Teachers, Lab Attendant, Instructional Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                      • Administrative Staff
                                                      • Central Office
                                                      • Outside Consultants
                                                      • Teachers
                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                      Total Budget: $500
                                                      Intervention: 3. Anna Strong Middle School will implement Learning Forward. (CORRECTIVE ACTION)
                                                      Scientific Based Research:
                                                      Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                      1. Focus Walks will be conducted periodically by the consultants and leadership team.
                                                      Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                      • Administrative Staff
                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                      4. Leadership Team Meetings will be held weekly to plan and monitor the the progress of the school.
                                                      Action Type: Professional Development
                                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                      • Administrative Staff
                                                      • Teachers
                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                      6. Substitutes will be hired to allow teachers to attend training. Documentation: Copy of Training agenda or participant statement of training content.
                                                      Action Type: Professional Development
                                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                      • Administrative Staff
                                                      • Teachers
                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                      7. Anna Strong Middle School will participate in the Principal's Book of the Month. The principal will choose a book each month to be read to the students by the teachers. Materials will be purchased.
                                                      Action Type: Collaboration
                                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                        5. All highly Qualified Teachers in Grades 5-8 will be trained in job embedded staff development related to their professional needs. Materials needed to support training and classroom activities will be purchased.
                                                        Action Type: Collaboration
                                                        Action Type: Professional Development
                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                        • Teachers
                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                        3. All students and teachers will participate in a District-wide 25 Book Campaign Kick-off. Each student is encouraged to read 25 books a school year which is one million words per school year. Students will read daily to improve vocabulary and comprehension skills. Students will maintain reading logs to monitor their progress. Reading Celebrations will be held throughout the year to promote reading. Community support will be sought after to help with this activity. Materials and supplies will be purchased.
                                                        Action Type: Professional Development
                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                        2. ANNA Strong Middle School will implement Ramp-up at sixth grade and Math Navigator at fifth and sixth grade as interventions.
                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                        • Outside Consultants
                                                        • Teachers
                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                        Total Budget: $0
                                                        Intervention: 4. Because Anna Strong Middle School is in School Improvement Year seven (7) status, RESTRUCTURING will be considered.
                                                        Scientific Based Research: Learning Point Associates. (2006). School Restructuring under No Child Left Behind: What Works When? A Guide for Education Leaders. Retrieved November 19, 2008. From: www.centerforcsri.org/files/RestructuringGuide.pdf
                                                        Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                        1. Restructuring plans are ongoing and will be submitted as requested.
                                                        		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent; Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                          2. The District Leadership Team will re-evaluate the Restructuring Plan.
                                                          		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent, Laura Strickland, Accountability Coordinator, Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                          End: 06/30/2012
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            Total Budget: $0
                                                            Priority 3: SCIENCE INSTRUCTION WILL BE STANDARDS BASED
                                                            Supporting Data:
                                                            1. 2011 BENCHMARK 5TH GRADE In 2010 5th Grade Benchmark Exam: 3 of 77 students of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced. 3 of 75 students of the Economically Disadvantaged population scored proficient or advanced. No student in the African American population scored proficient or advanced on the Science Benchmark Exam. The lowest identified area of weakness was Nature of Science on multiple choice and Earth and Space Science on open response.
                                                            2. GRADE 6: In 2008, the 6th grade class scored 20 on the National Percentile Rank on the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills. Students' scores were higher in Physical Science and Scientific Inquiry. Needed attention is proven for Earth and Space Science.
                                                            3. GRADE 7: In 2008, the 7th grade class scored 30 on the National Percentile Rank on the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills. Students' scores were higher in Physical Science and Scientific Inquiry. Needed attention is proven for Earth and Space Science. The 2010 7th Grade Benchmark Exam: 6 of 71 students of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced. 6 of 62 students in the African American population scored proficient or advanced. 6 of 69 students in the Economically Disadvantaged population scored proficient or advanced. The lowest identified area of weakness was Nature of Science on multiple choice and Life Science on open response.
                                                            4. GRADE 8: In 2008, the 8th grade class scored 39 on the National Percentile Rank on the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills. Students' scores were higher in Earth and Space Science, Scientific Inquiry and Life Science. Needed attention is proven for Physical Science.
                                                            5. Anna Strong Middle School had an average daily attendance of 91.13%. We met the attendance goal.
                                                            6. The 2010 5th Grade NRT: 77 5th Grade students scored at the 19% NCE.
                                                            7. The 2010 7th Grade NRT: 71 7th grade students scored at the 33% NCE.
                                                            Goal All students will increase achievement in mathematics, literacy, and science, particularly in the areas of reading comprehension, math problem solving, and measurement.
                                                            Benchmark By the spring of 2012, the combined population and each subgroup will meet or exceed the literacy and mathematics AYP standard established by the Arkansas Department of Education.
                                                            Intervention: 1. SCIENCE INSTRUCTION WILL BE STANDARDS BASED
                                                            Scientific Based Research: Educational Leadership. 63(3). 10-17; Johnson, C. (2006).Effective Professional Development and Change in Practice: Barriers Science Teachers Encounter and Implications for Reform. School Science & Math. 106(3). 150-161.
                                                            Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                            7. Using the data from NORMES and TLI, teachers along with facilitators, will develop ACADEMIC IMPROVEMENT PLANS (AIP) using the TLI website.. (NEEDS ASSESSMENT) The plans will be updated after each interim assessment. Documentation: Copy of AIP
                                                            Action Type: AIP/IRI
                                                            Action Type: Professional Development
                                                            Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal Facilitators, & Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Performance Assessments
                                                            • Teachers
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            2. The classroom teachers will develop and submit to the principal weekly lesson plans that identify specific objective(s) to be taught, instructional strategies to be used, content strand, student learning expectation (SLE) and assessment used. Copy of Lesson Plan.
                                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                                            Action Type: Equity
                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Bernice Hill & Patricia Shears Instructional Facilitators, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Teachers
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            1. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase supplementary materials (Other than those provided by the company) and supplies-- consumable items such as vinegar, molding clay, batteries, etc. to allow Science teachers to enhance lab activities. Documentation: Lesson plans for Labs.
                                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                                            Action Type: Equity
                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Administrative Staff
                                                            • Central Office
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            3. Interim Assessment Test will be administered at the end of each 9-week grading period. The Scores will be used as 9-week test grades. Reports will be given to the classroom teachers and the District Accountability Coordinator to facilitate instructional adjustments. Documentation: Copies of District Tests.
                                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                                            Action Type: Equity
                                                            		 Bernice Hill & Patricia Shears, Instructional Facilitators Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Teachers
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            4. Substitute Teachers will be hired to allow for vertical team meetings. These meetings will facilitate instructional planning and documentation, leading to the alignment of the Science Curriculum. Documentation: Meeting agenda, notes, or sign-in.
                                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                                            Action Type: Collaboration
                                                            Action Type: Professional Development
                                                            Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Administrative Staff
                                                            • Central Office
                                                            • Teachers
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            5. The principal and instructional facilitator will conduct weekly classroom walk throughs of all teachers to determine if instruction is ALIGNED to the state frameworks utilizing the palm pilot software and written observations. Documentation: Copy of Walk-through report.
                                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                                            Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal, & Instructional Facilitators Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Administrative Staff
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            8. On-going Professional Development and support for Anna Strong Middle School Teachers on using the textbook, materials, technology and methods in presenting instruction that is ALIGNED with state frameworks will be provided through Glencoe-McGraw-Hill Consultants.
                                                            Action Type: Collaboration
                                                            Action Type: Professional Development
                                                            		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Administrative Staff
                                                            • Central Office
                                                            • District Staff
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            6. Anna Strong Middle School's Math/Science Committee will plan a Math/Science Fair. We will use of Parent/Family volunteers. Materials and Supplies will be purchased to facilitate the students' participation in the fair.
                                                            Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Facilitators, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Teachers
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            9. Science teachers will require students to do a research project in the form of a research paper and display. Documentation: Sample of research paper.
                                                            		Carolyn Love, Principal & Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Teachers
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            10. Teachers will monitor the increased number of positive attitudes toward science from participation in the project fair and increased student achievement on Science Benchmarks exams. Doc. Projects Sign-In Sheets
                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal & Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                            • Teachers
                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                            11. The Learning Institute (TLI) will provide Science interim assessments. The TLI process allows teachers to concentrate on a vertical and horizontal alignment, creates a focus on the Arkansas Student Learning Expectations, and gives both the teachers and students immediate feedback in order for the teacher to provide remediation. Students will be assessed throughout the school year
                                                            Action Type: Alignment
                                                            Action Type: Collaboration
                                                            Action Type: Professional Development
                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Instructional Facilitator, & Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              12. All teachers, including special ed teachers, will receive on-going training during weekly collaborative meetings in all content areas to focus on creating well developed lessons, studying professional text, and providing horizontal and vertical alignment as well as using data to drive instruction with a focus on improving instruction.
                                                              Action Type: Alignment
                                                              Action Type: Collaboration
                                                              Action Type: Professional Development
                                                              Action Type: Special Education
                                                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Instructional Facilitator, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • Teachers
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              13. Because science scores were extremely low, Science Kits/materials will be purchased for classroom teachers to provide differentiation of instruction and enhance the learning experience for students.
                                                              		Carolyn Love, Principal, Facilitators, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • Administrative Staff
                                                              • Teachers
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              Total Budget: $0
                                                              Intervention: 2. ORCHARD COMPUTER INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAM
                                                              Scientific Based Research: Siboney learning group, [2005], Reading Research Summary, ttp://www.orchardsoftware.com/info.shtml; Siboney learning group, [2005], Research Summary Booklet, ttp://www.orchardsoftware.com/info.shtml.
                                                              Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                              1. ON-going Professional Development in the use of the Orchard Science Instructional Software program will be provided to math and science teachers to improve instruction.
                                                              Action Type: Alignment
                                                              Action Type: Equity
                                                              Action Type: Professional Development
                                                              Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • Administrative Staff
                                                              • Computers
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              2. The Orchard Science Pre-Test will be administered to all students as soon as possible after the beginning of school. The results of this pre-test will be utilized to provide effective instructions. Documentation: Orchard Pre-test Score report.
                                                              Action Type: Alignment
                                                              Action Type: Equity
                                                              Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                              Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                                              		 Bernice Hill & Patricia Shears Instructional Facilitators Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • Computers
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              3. The Orchard Science Post-Tests will be administered during the last month of the school year. A Performance Report will be generated comparing pre-test and post-test scores to determine the impact of the program on the students’ progress. Documentation: Copy of a score report comparison.
                                                              Action Type: Alignment
                                                              Action Type: Equity
                                                              Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                              Action Type: Technology Inclusion
                                                              		 Bernice Hill & Patricia Shears, Instructional Specialist Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • Computers
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              Total Budget: $0
                                                              Priority 4: The School Environment will be safe and conducive to learning.
                                                              Supporting Data:
                                                              1. In 2006-2007 Anna Strong Middle School attendance rate was 91.13% which met the state average. And in 2007-2008, Anna Strong Middle School's attendance rate was 94.1% which met the state average of 94%. In 2008, the average attendance rate was 91.13% which met the state average.
                                                              2. In 2005-2006 Anna Strong Middle had 780 referrals. In 2006-2007 Anna Strong Middle School recorded 263 referrals. In 2007-2008 Anna Strong Middle School recorded 332 referrals. In 2008-2009 -
                                                              3. According to the Arkansas Prevention Needs Assessment Survey (APNA), for the past three (3) years the percentage of students reported suspended from school was higher at Anna Strong Middle School than for the entire state. In 2006-2007 Anna Strong Middle School's sixth (6) grade reported 52.9% of suspension while the state only had 9.99%. 38.8% of our 8th Grade Students reported being suspended, while the state reported 16.6% In 2007-2008, 32.6% of 6th grade student reported being suspended compared to only 11.1% at the state. 34.1% of our 8th grade students reported being suspended while only 16.6% was reported at the state. In 2008-2009 , 17.7% of 6th grade students reported being suspended compared to 10.5% in the state. 58.8% of 8th grade reported being suspended compared to 16.6 being reported at the state.
                                                              4. During the last three years the number of students scoring proficient or advanced in math has increased. In 2005-2006, we scored 24.7%, 2006-2007 we scored 21.9% and in 2007-2008, we scored 38.8%. In the last three years, the number of student scoring proficient in Literacy has had a small increase. In 2005-2006, we scored 26.6%. In 2006-2007, we scored 27.8% and in 2007-2008, we scored 29.2%.
                                                              Goal All Student Behavior will be appropriate for the School Environment. By June 2012, there will be a 10% decrease in the number of disciplinary referrals.
                                                              Benchmark School Discipline referrals from 2011-2012 will be reduced by at least 10%.
                                                              Intervention: 1.POSITIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION SYSTEM (PBIS)
                                                              Scientific Based Research: "
                                                              Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                              2. The Behavior Management Committee will meet regularly to assess the effectiveness of the program. Program policies and activities will be reviewed and updated.
                                                              Action Type: Collaboration
                                                              Action Type: Equity
                                                              Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                              		 Theodore Shumpert, Counselor Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • None
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              3. Teaching all students skills in Conflict Resolution will continue in the classroom setting and in private sessions as the individual need arises concerning acceptable behavior patterns; how to make decisions based upon knowledge and experience, not peer pressure. Necessary materials will be purchased. Documentation: Statement of activity from counselor.
                                                              Action Type: Equity
                                                              		 Theodore Shumpert, Counselor Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • Administrative Staff
                                                              • Central Office
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              4. The program (PBIS) will continue to be monitored through the use of survey forms, parental conferences, student conferences, and input from the faculty and staff. A year-end program report will be written and distributed by the building counselor. Documentation: Copy of the counselor's report.
                                                              Action Type: Alignment
                                                              Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                              		 Theodore Shumpert, Counselor Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • None
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              5. The Social Worker in the school will provide individualized and group assistance to students with behavioral concerns using such activities as character building, conflict resolution, etc. Documentation: Teacher report of service implementation.
                                                              Action Type: Equity
                                                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal and Mrs. Fannie Sims, Social Worker Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • Administrative Staff
                                                              • District Staff
                                                              • Outside Consultants
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              1. Involve staff members in a workshop with follow-up activities on Classroom Management as presented in the behavior management principles of PBIS. Documentation: District Wide Sign-in sheets
                                                              Action Type: Professional Development
                                                              		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal; Mr. Theodore Shumpert, Counselor; and Classroom Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                              • Administrative Staff
                                                              • Outside Consultants
                                                              • Teachers
                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                              8. PEEK (Positive Environment Enhances Knowledge) a tutoring program, will be continued to help students who fail to complete their homework and who have difficulty succeeding in the regular classroom. In an environment with fewer distractions, students will receive individually targeted assistance from knowledgeable staff. Documentation:
                                                              		Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                                ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                7. Students and Teachers will discuss the school curriculum and courses that are offered. Fourth grade students will visit the middle school and eighth grade students will visit the high school to learn about graduation. Parents of high school students can attend seminars to inform them how to be involved in decisions. TRANSITION (Supplemental to Act 307)
                                                                Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal, Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                End: 06/30/2012
                                                                • Administrative Staff
                                                                • Central Office
                                                                • District Staff
                                                                • Teachers
                                                                ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                10. Anna Strong Middle School will employ a paraprofessional (Regina Jones FTE 1.00) WHO WILL WORK WITH the CERTIFIED TEACHERS REINFORCING BENCHMARK SKILLS assist students with homework.
                                                                		Carolyn Love, Principal & Mr. Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                End: 06/30/2012
                                                                • Administrative Staff
                                                                • Central Office
                                                                NSLA (State-281) - Employee Benefits: $5864.00
                                                                NSLA (State-281) - Employee Salaries: $13227.43
                                                                ACTION BUDGET: $19091.43
                                                                12. Due to the declining graduation rate, drop out rate, and accountability reports, of Lee High School; Anna Strong Middle School will employ a guidance counselor (Theodore Shumpert)(FTE=1.00)to provide necessary strategies to enhance the academic achievement of students who are in danger of failing and/or dropping out.
                                                                Action Type: Equity
                                                                		 Carolyn Love, Principal & Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                End: 06/30/2012
                                                                • Administrative Staff
                                                                • Central Office
                                                                NSLA (State-281) - Employee Benefits: $14618.00
                                                                NSLA (State-281) - Employee Salaries: $53659.00
                                                                ACTION BUDGET: $68277
                                                                11. Anna Strong Middle School continue the implementation of the Positive Behavior Intervention System (PBIS) which is a program used to reinforce the way our school handles behavior, decrease number of referrals, and promotes increased positive behavior of our students.
                                                                		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                End: 06/30/2012
                                                                • Administrative Staff
                                                                ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                Anna Strong Middle School will set aside funds from Title I for any children within the school who are homeless. These funds will be allocated to meet the basic needs, such as clothing, supplies, and health care so that these students may participate more fully in school. All fees for any extra-curricular activities must be waived. Documentation: Purchase orders and receipt of services letter.
                                                                		Carolyn Love Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                End: 06/30/2012
                                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                  Anna Strong Middle School will provide for registration, lodging, and travel expenses for PRIDE students and sponsors to attend the PRIDE Conference in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
                                                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Theodore Shumpert, Counselor Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                    Discipline referrals will decrease for students in 5-8. Documentation: Referral Forms.
                                                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Willie Mae Whitaker, Secretary Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                      Provide professional development and training for the school's security personnel (including Dean of Students, Security Officer, and Counselor) related to safety, order, and discipline in the school. Documentation: Registration and copy of certificate of completion.
                                                                      		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        Total Budget: $87368.43
                                                                        Intervention: 2. PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
                                                                        Scientific Based Research: Arkansas Department of Education Guidelines for ACT 603 of 2003: Barrera, J., Warner,L. (2006).Involving families in school events. Kappa Delta Pi Record, 42(2). 72-75; Nicole, A., Ed. (2006). The Achiever.5(4);Christie, K. (2005) Stateline: Changing the nature of parent involvement. Phi Delta Kappan. 86(9). 645.
                                                                        Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                        2. The parent facilitator will be responsible for the advisory committee, which includes parents of the school, alumni and community members. The existing Parental Involvement Plan (located in District Policy Handbook) and policies will be revisited and revised as necessary. Orientation, registration, conferences, and seminars will be held in addition to planned curriculum-centered events\activities determined by the school to help assist in his or her child's learning. Also instruction will be provided to parent on how to incorporate developmentally appropriate learning activities in the home environment. Documentation: The supplemental materials will be purchased. They will not be those materials required by Act 397.
                                                                        Action Type: Equity
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Willie Branch, Parent Facilitator, and Fannie Sims, Social Worker Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Community Leaders
                                                                        • District Staff
                                                                        • None
                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        3. The Second Cup of Coffee Parent Center will be updated . The center will consist of appropriate materials and periodicals that will: assist parents in understanding content how to monitor a child's progress; standards, academic assessment; help parents work with their children to improve academic achievement and provide other reasonable support for parental involvement activities as requested by parents.
                                                                        Action Type: Equity
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • None
                                                                        Title I - Materials & Supplies: $3500.00
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $3500
                                                                        4. Communication with families will be of prime importance. All avenues will be explored as means of communication: The school marquee, progress reports every nine weeks, a PARENT COMPACT for student learning, interim reports as deemed necessary by the teachers, telephone calls to the parents to discuss positive reports and areas of concern, school wide notes and newsletters, informative meetings, and fun activities will all be used to communicate with the parents. Each teacher will maintain a parent contact log.
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Teachers, Willie Branch, Parent Facilitator, and district staff Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        8. During registration an INFORMATIONAL PACKETS will be given to parents with information concerning Anna Strong Middle School. Documentation: Copy of information given to parents and families
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Willie Branch, Parent Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Central Office
                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        5. Parenting workshops will be conducted to help parents and other caregivers understand how to assist their children with homework assignments, study habits, and their learning. Teaching materials that parents can utilize at home will be purchased. These funds are supplemental to those required by ACT 397. Documentation: Workshop sign-in.
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal;Parent Facilitator, Willie Branch; and Classroom Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Central Office
                                                                        Title I - Materials & Supplies: $1500.00
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $1500
                                                                        9. Written notification of Anna Strong Middle School's status in school improvement will be provided to parents two weeks prior to the beginning of school. Stamps will be purchased. Documentation: Copy of letter.
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                        Title I - Materials & Supplies: $250.00
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $250
                                                                        7. By conducting a survey, ASMS will gather information for Parent and Family Volunteers to work in our school. A "PARENT VOLUNTEER RESOURCE BOOK" that will consist of a list of parent names, contact information, and areas in which parents are willing to help, will be maintained in a notebook in the Parent Center. The facilitator will coordinate a system for effective use of school volunteers. Documentation: Copy of the form used in the notebook.
                                                                        Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Willie Branch, Parent Facilitator, and Classroom Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • District Staff
                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        1. Honoring parents who contribute to the success of the learning of our students will take place in a format chosen by the Parental Involvement committee. Documentation: Copy of planning notes, or event announcement.
                                                                        Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Willie Branch, Parent Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Community Leaders
                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        11. The school will pay the cost of training and travel expenses to Parent meetings/conferences for the facilitator, school staff and parents.
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Parent Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Central Office
                                                                        • District Staff
                                                                        Title I - Purchased Services: $2000.00
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $2000
                                                                        6. Anna Strong Middle School's Parent Advisory Committee will be organized into a PARENT ORGANIZATION (PTA/PTO) to foster the parents' and community involvement within the school and decision making that involve the students.
                                                                        Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal , Theodore Shumpert, Counselor, Teachers, and Willie Branch, Parent Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        12. The Student handbook contains a page (located in the back) for parents to write in their concerns or recommendations for changes. Documentation: Handbook Form
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal & Administrative Staff Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Central Office
                                                                        • District Staff
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        17. SCHOOL CHOICE is not available in the Lee County School District because there are no other eligible public schools. Letters will be sent to all parents informing them of the opportunity for their child to participate in supplementary educational services programs. Documentation: Copy of Letters
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                        • Central Office
                                                                        • District Staff
                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                        14. Parent Meetings will be held to train parents on how to work with their children's progress and to address other concerns of school and/or parents. Doc. Minutes, Sign-In, or Letter to Parents
                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                        		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal; Mr Willie Branch, Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                          15. Develop a process for resolving parental concerns in the Student handbook. Doc. Written copy of the process
                                                                          Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                          		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                          End: 06/30/2012
                                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                            16. Students will have less office referrals and increase academic success in the classroom and on Districts, as well as, state mandated NRT due to increased parental involvement Doc. Fewer referrals, Test scores
                                                                            Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                            Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                                            		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                                            • Administrative Staff
                                                                            • Teachers
                                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                            18. Anna Strong Middle School will serve "light refreshments" at parent events as a way of encouraging parents of Title I students to participate in school activities.
                                                                            Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                            		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Willie Branch, Parent Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                                            • Administrative Staff
                                                                            • Community Leaders
                                                                            • Teachers
                                                                            Title I - Purchased Services: $5000.00
                                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $5000
                                                                            19. Open House and two scheduled Parent/ Teacher Conferences and AIP meetings will be held in addition to other parental involvement meetings to encourage parental participation in their child's education (Supplemental to Act 307)
                                                                            Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                            		 Saul Lusk, Superintendenr; Carolyn Love, Principal & Parent Facilitator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                              20. Family literacy, math, and science nights and other activities for students, teachers, and parents to interact will continue to be held in order to encourage parental involvement. Surveys will be conducted throughout the school year. Materials/supplies(books, markers, cardstock, sentence strips, scissors, index cards, etc.) will be purchased.
                                                                              Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Willie Branch, Parent Facilitator, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                21. Microphones will be purchased for large group presentation in the cafeteria to be used during Parent Meetings, Open House, Family Nights, and professional development.
                                                                                Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Willie Marshall, Technology Coordinator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                  Title I - Materials & Supplies: $750.00
                                                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $750
                                                                                  25. Anna Strong Middle School staff will prepare "Take Home Kits" for Literacy, Math, and Science Family Nights. Materials, books, supplies, etc. will be purchased as needed.
                                                                                  Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                  		 Carolytn Love, Principal , Teachers, & Instructional Facilitators Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                  • Teachers
                                                                                  Title I - Materials & Supplies: $6000.00
                                                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $6000
                                                                                  22. All staff will be provided training on how to conduct "Family Nights" to enhance better communication between parents and school.
                                                                                  Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Teachers, Great River Staff Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                  • Outside Consultants
                                                                                  • Teachers
                                                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                  23. A minimum of two hours of parental involvement training will be provided for all staff.
                                                                                  Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                  Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                    24. Teachers will develop activities that illustrate lessons being taught in the classrooms with special emphasis on their practical application in everyday life which will enhance parents as learning partners.
                                                                                    Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                    26. Anna Strong Middle School will purchase materials/supplies necessary to publish a school/home newsletter
                                                                                    Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Parent Facilitator; Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                    Title I - Materials & Supplies: $1000.00
                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $1000
                                                                                    Total Budget: $20000
                                                                                    Priority 6: The school will raise awareness of the importance of nutrition and physical activity and will continue to refine local policies that address issues and goals related to nutrition and physical activity.
                                                                                    Supporting Data:
                                                                                    1. Body Mass Index Data SY 2006-07 is as follow at Anna Strong Middle School: Healthy or Overweight is 46% Males and 56.4% Females. At Risk percentages are 21.6% Males and 18.6% Females. Overweight Males are at 31.9% and Females are at 25.5%.
                                                                                    2. School Health Index Module 8, Family and Community Involvement: Elementary, Middle and High School - Collaboration between schools and parents & community identified as an area needing improvement. All schools need to increase families opportunities to learn about health and safety topics.
                                                                                    3. Free and Reduced price Meal eligibility for Anna Strong Middle School 2010 was 100% Free.
                                                                                    4. Lee County Unemployment Rate: The unemployment rate in Lee County in 2010 was 7.9%.
                                                                                    5. Lee County % of population in poverty, 2007 was 39.4% .
                                                                                    6. Anna Strong Middle School had an average daily attendance of 91.13%. We met the attendance goal.
                                                                                    Goal Anna Strong Middle will provide support for students in making healthy lifestyle choices by implementing systems to aid in decreasing the average body mass index (BMI) on routine annual student screening and increasing collaboration between all segments of the school community in support of positive lifestyle choices.
                                                                                    Benchmark By the 2011-12 school year there will be a decrease of the average BMI for students by ½% as evaluated by the annual BMI screening.
                                                                                    Intervention: 1. Administrative support for Wellness.
                                                                                    Scientific Based Research: Pateman, B. (2004) Healthier students, better learners. Educational Leadership, 61, 70-74.
                                                                                    Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                                    2. Participating in professional development will ensure successful implementation of the Wellness Policies; and will make use of resources to improve the overall school nutrition environment; and will promote health and physical activity curriculum and student health. Documentation: Training sign-in or materials.
                                                                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                    Action Type: Wellness
                                                                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                    • District Staff
                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                    3. Involving parents in physical activity and nutrition education through homework, national school lunch program menus, and parent-teacher organization meeting presentations and professional development activities will be the done by the school. Professional development will focus on physical activity and nutrition education, and health risk indicators that compromise students ability to perform academically. Documentation: Presentation sign-in or materials.
                                                                                    Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                    Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                    Action Type: Wellness
                                                                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                    • Community Leaders
                                                                                    • District Staff
                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                    1. Monitoring goals and evaluating the effectiveness of interventions by reviewing data results and other assessments related to Wellness (School Health Index Modules, Wellness Policy Checklist, etc.), The Nutrition and Physical Activity Committee (part of the ACSIP Committee) will ensure the successful implementation of the school program. The ACSIP will be modified as needed. Documentation: Meeting notes or sign-in.
                                                                                    Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                    Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                                                    Action Type: Wellness
                                                                                    		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                    • Community Leaders
                                                                                    • District Staff
                                                                                    • Outside Consultants
                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                    TITLE 1-A Delta Transitional Home. Consultation was conducted in August for face to face discussion concerning the needs of the children at Delta Transitional Home. Follow Up conversations in January and May 2 identified the following needs. Digital Technology such as e readers I pad I touches and e books. Also exercise balls to help the ADHD and ADD children focus and concentrate on homework and other task.
                                                                                    Action Type: Equity
                                                                                    Action Type: Wellness
                                                                                    		 Laura Strickland; Accountability Coordinator Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                      Title I - Materials & Supplies: $11499.67
                                                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $11499.67
                                                                                      Total Budget: $11499.67
                                                                                      Priority 7: Anna Strong Middle School will change the grade reconfiguration from grades 6-8 to 5-8.
                                                                                      Supporting Data:
                                                                                      1. According to the 2010 ADE AYP Report, Anna Strong Middle School was given a School Improvement Status of Stated Directed (SD-6). This rating triggers the need for a Restructure Plan for the school. Information gained from the ADE AYP Report 2006-2009 includes an average percentage scores of the combined Population and all sub-groups during the three year period. The report showed that a total of only 34.6% of the students in the Combined Population scored proficient or higher in Mathematics and students scored 30.7%in the area of Literacy. Data shows that the students did not make any significant gains in Math or Literacy. This fluctuation of DATA can be correlated with the instability of the staff in the areas of Math and Literacy.
                                                                                      2. Information gained from the ADE AYP Report of 2009 includes average percentage scores of the Combined Population and all sub-groups during 2006-2009. In 2006, the 6th grade Combined population scored 18% proficient and/or advanced in Literacy and 22.5% in Math. In the 7th grade 20.5% of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy and 25% scored proficient or advanced in Math. In the 8th grade,45% of the Combined population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy and 28% scored proficient or advanced in Math.
                                                                                      3. In 2007, the Arkansas School Performance Report stated that Anna Strong Middle School's Combined Population in grades 6-7 did not meet standards in Math. In 6th grade 38% of students made proficient and advanced. In 7th grade 30% of the Combined Population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy and 35.5% of students scored proficient or advanced in math. In the 8th grade 40% of students were proficient or advanced in Literacy and 10.8% in Math.
                                                                                      4. In 2008, The Arkansas School Performance Report stated that Anna Strong Middle School's Combined Population in 6-7 did not meet standards in Math or Literacy. In 6th grade 26% of the Combined Population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy and 38% in Math. In 7th grade, 19% of the Combined Population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy and 26% in Math. In 8th grade, 43% of the Combined Population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy.
                                                                                      5. In 2009, The Arkansas School Performance Report stated that Anna Strong Middle School's Combined Population did not meet standards in Math and Literacy. In 6th grade, 37% of the Combined Population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy and 55% scored proficient or advanced in Math. In 7th Grade, 33% of the Combined Population scored proficient in literacy and 46% scored proficient or advanced in Math. In 8th grade,38% of the Combined Population scored proficient or advanced in Literacy and 33% scored proficient or advanced.
                                                                                      6. The 20099 SAT 10 Exam followed the same trend in Math and Literacy.
                                                                                      Goal The goal of Anna Strong Middle School will increase the percent of students scoring proficient or above.
                                                                                      Benchmark The current level achieved in both Literacy and Mathematics at Anna Strong Middle School will be increased to meet or exceed the required AYP by the end of the school year 2011-2012.
                                                                                      Intervention: Restructure.
                                                                                      Scientific Based Research: Combs, H. Jurgen (updated on 25 July 2008), Middle School Configuration.
                                                                                      Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                                      2. The district in collaboration with the school administration, the school staff, parents, and community held a meeting on the restructuring process.
                                                                                      Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                      Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                      		 Supt. , Saul Lusk , Principal, Carolyn Love, Accountability Coordinator, Laura Strickland Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                      • Administrative Staff
                                                                                      • Community Leaders
                                                                                      • District Staff
                                                                                      • Teachers
                                                                                      ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                      1. Academic Performance: Anna Strong Middle School will implement a Response to Intervention Plan (Arkansas' Closing the Gap Model) that addresses curriculum, instruction, assessments, and appropriate student interventions.
                                                                                      		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                      End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                        3. Learning Environment: Anna Strong Middle School's principal, instructional facilitator, teachers, and other certified staff will attend Arkansas Leadership Academy
                                                                                        Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Facilitators, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                                        • Central Office
                                                                                        • District Staff
                                                                                        • Outside Consultants
                                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                        5. The staff of the school and district, parents, and community will be provided an orientation and training session regarding the development of a Restructuring Plan for the school. This training will be provided by an ADE staff member or other person with the knowledge and experience in regard to restructuring the school.
                                                                                        Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                        Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                        		 Mrs. Carolynn Love, Principal; Mr. Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                        • Administrative Staff
                                                                                        • Community Leaders
                                                                                        • District Staff
                                                                                        • Outside Consultants
                                                                                        • Teachers
                                                                                        ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                        6. Efficiency: Anna Strong Middle School will be provided professional development instructional strategies, etc.
                                                                                        Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                        Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                        		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                        End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                          7. District staff members in collaboration with the school administration, school staff, parents, and community will lead the restructuring process. The district hosted appropriate meetings, provided staff members to assist, and provide the other support which may be needed for Restructuring. The district will maintain sufficient records to document collaboration and actions completed.
                                                                                          Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                          Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                          		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Prinicpal; Mr. Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                          End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                          • Administrative Staff
                                                                                          • Community Leaders
                                                                                          • District Staff
                                                                                          • Outside Consultants
                                                                                          • Teachers
                                                                                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                          9. Anna Strong Middle School Restructuring committee will implement other restructuring actions consistent with state law that improve academic achievement in the school and result in helping the school achieve AYP. These alternatives will include but will not be limited to 1) Implementing a Double Blocking Period for students failing to achieve proficient in Literacy and/or Math; 2) increasing professional development by five (5) additional days; 3)modifying the curriculum to one that is data driven to include reviewing, modifying, and implementing activities emphasizing a taught-and-assess curriculum and aligning to strengthen the program; 4) principal/other staff attending Leadership Institute; 5) increasing parent involvement to make parents share in the program; 6) continue with America's Choice as directed by ADE; 7) other alternatives which may be offered by the Restructuring Committee.
                                                                                          Action Type: Alignment
                                                                                          Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                          Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                          Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                          		 Mr. Saul Lusk, Superintendent; Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                          End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                          • Administrative Staff
                                                                                          • Community Leaders
                                                                                          • District Staff
                                                                                          • Outside Consultants
                                                                                          • Teachers
                                                                                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                          10. Anna Strong Middle School will implement strategies learned during Arkansas Leadership Academy Institute and will evaluate its success by student achievement on ADE required testing.
                                                                                          Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                                                          		 Mrs. Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                          End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                          • Administrative Staff
                                                                                          • Community Leaders
                                                                                          • District Staff
                                                                                          • Teachers
                                                                                          ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                          12. The principal will inform all parents about the current improvement status of Anna Strong Middle School on or before August 1, 2011, by letter, Open Forum, Church/Community Meetings, and or Newspaper. Documentation: Copy of letter on file. Date the letter went out.
                                                                                          Action Type: Parental Engagement
                                                                                          		 Principal Carolyn Love Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                          End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                            ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                            13. The District Leadership team will re-evaluate the Restructuring Plan.
                                                                                            Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                            Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                                                            		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent, Laura Strickland, Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                            End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                              Total Budget: $0
                                                                                              Priority 8: Anna Strong Middle School will improve its performance rating (student achievement) by diligently working to complete all areas of the next-step recommendations based on the results of the 2008 Scholastic Audit Executive Summary.
                                                                                              Supporting Data:
                                                                                              1. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 1: Curriculum: Scored a one (1).
                                                                                              2. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 2: Classroom Evaluation/Assessment scored one (1).
                                                                                              3. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 3: Instruction scored a two (2).
                                                                                              4. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 4: School Culture: scored a two (2).
                                                                                              5. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 5: Student, Family, and Community Support scored two (2).
                                                                                              6. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 6: Professional Growth, Development, and Evaluation scored two (2).
                                                                                              7. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 7: Leadership scored two (2).
                                                                                              8. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 8: School Organization and Fiscal Resource scored two (2).
                                                                                              9. The Arkansas Department of Education conducted a Scholastic Audit of Anna Strong Middle School during the period of November 16, 2008 through November 21, 2008. Based on the Scholastic Audit Performance levels (i.e, Performance Level 4-Exemplary level of development and implementation; Performance Level 3-Fully functional and operational level of development and implementation; Performance Level 2-Limited development or partial implementation; and Performance Level 1-Little or no development and implementation), the level of performance for each of the 9 Standards for school improvement of Anna Strong Middle School are as follows: Standard 9: Comprehensive and Effective Planning scored two (2).
                                                                                              10. Anna Strong Middle School will address the recommendations of the report over a period of 3 to 5 years; however the focus for year one (2009-2010) will address Standard 8-School Organization and Fiscal Resources and Indicators: (8.1a) The school organize to maximize the use of all available resources to support high student and staff performance. (8.1b) Master schedule reflects all students have access to the entire curriculum (Smart Core). ((8.1c) Allocation and organization of instructional and non-instructional staff based on the learning needs of all students. (8.1d)Efficient use of instructional time to maximize student learning. (8.1e)Staff promotes team planning vertically and horizontally across content areas and grade configurations that is focused on the goals, objectives and strategies in the improvement plan. (8.2a) (8.2c) (8.2d)
                                                                                              Goal 1. Anna Strong Middle School will develop a rigorous curriculum. 2. Anna Strong Middle School will provide data driven professional development. 3. Anna Strong Middle School 's staff will use best practices.
                                                                                              Benchmark Anna Strong Middle School, currently in school State Directed-8, will show significant improvement in making AYP.
                                                                                              Intervention: Anna Strong Middle School will increase student learning by developing a rigorous curriculum.
                                                                                              Scientific Based Research:
                                                                                              Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                                              1. Anna Strong Middle School will develop a rigorous curriculum in all content areas to guide teaching and learning.
                                                                                              Action Type: ADE Scholastic Audit
                                                                                              Action Type: Alignment
                                                                                              		 Carolyn Love Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                              • Administrative Staff
                                                                                              • District Staff
                                                                                              • Teachers
                                                                                              Title I - Materials & Supplies: $22999.34
                                                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $22999.34
                                                                                              2. Anna Strong Middle School will establish a curriculum committee which includes a representative from all content areas to develop a rigorous curriculum aligned with the Arkansas Academic Content Standards and Student Learning Expectations.
                                                                                              Action Type: ADE Scholastic Audit
                                                                                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Instructional Facilitators, Teachers Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                              • District Staff
                                                                                              • Teachers
                                                                                              ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                              3. Anna Strong Middle school and all stakeholders will develop a plan to address high expectations for all students.
                                                                                              		 Carolyn Love, Principal; Facilitators; Teachers; Parents; Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                              End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                                ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                Total Budget: $22999.34
                                                                                                Intervention: Anna Strong Middle School will increase student learning by providing research based, effective, professional development for its staff.
                                                                                                Scientific Based Research:
                                                                                                Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                                                1. Anna Strong Middle School administrators and teachers will work in planning and implementing professional development that is data driven and job imbedded.
                                                                                                Action Type: ADE Scholastic Audit
                                                                                                		 Carolyn Love, Principal, Instructional Facilitators, America Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                                End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                                  ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                  2. Anna Strong Middle School will enhance the instructional skills of the teachers with a study of instructional strategies that should be tied to the curriculum, desired student outcome, and classroom assessment.
                                                                                                  Action Type: ADE Scholastic Audit
                                                                                                  		 Carolyn Love, Principal Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                                  End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    Total Budget: $0
                                                                                                    Priority 9: The Lee County School District will provide adequate administration staff and resources to ensure that special education triggers are removed.
                                                                                                    Supporting Data:
                                                                                                    1. Provide a summary of the portfolio scores and district testing percentages for the last three years for the use of supporting documentation. Anna Strong Middle School had 18 portfolios and 1/18 was Supported Independent, 2/18 Independent, 2/18 evident and 13/18 not evident.
                                                                                                    2. Provide a summary of the last three years of suspensions and expulsion rates for CWD and non CWD students in the LCSD The 2006-2007 suspension and expulsion rates were as followers: CWD suspension and expulsions were .99% and 2/202 and for non CWD students was 2.01% and 27/1344. The 2007-2008 suspension and explulsion rates were as follows: CWD suspension and expulsion rates was 3.76% and 8/212 for non CWD students was 1.65% and 21/1271
                                                                                                    3. Provide a summary of the number of CWD students in a co-taught environment with data pulled from the last three years of special education Monitoring Data. The 2006-2007 LRE data show that 26.74% of CWD students in regular education 80% of the day which is 54/202. The 2007-2008 LRE data shows that 31.60% and 67/212 were in the regular classroom 80% of the day.
                                                                                                    4. Provide a summary of the number of CWD placed in a residential, p/p day school, homebound or hospital as compared to the number of non CWD students in those above placements. 2006-2007-Data unavailable 2007-2008 data shows that 4.78% of CWD students were served in the above mentioned programming settings.
                                                                                                    Goal To provide coordination and support of activities which will positively affect student services and student outcomes provided to and for CWD in the Lee County School District.
                                                                                                    Benchmark By the end of the 2011-2012 school year the district will increase the number of CWD (Children With Disabilities) students that score proficient in Math and Literacy for students in the LCSD.
                                                                                                    Benchmark By the end of the 2011-2012 school year, the district will increase the number of CWD (Children With Disabilities) students in the regular classroom for 80% or more of the school day based on 2011-2012 IEP's for CWD students.
                                                                                                    Benchmark By the end of the 2011-2012 school year, the district will reduce the number of CWD that are served in the residential, homebound and/or hospital settings by 10%
                                                                                                    Intervention: To provide opportunities and support to students, teachers and staff, to support CWD in increasing the number of scoring proficient in the areas of Math and Literacy.
                                                                                                    Scientific Based Research: Scientific Based Research: Murawski, W. W., Dieker, L. A. Tips and strategies for co-teaching at the secondary level. Teaching Exceptional Children, 36, 52-58
                                                                                                    Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                                                    1. The district will select, educate staff, and implement appropriate programs to encourage and monitor CWD in staying in school.
                                                                                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                                    Action Type: Program Evaluation
                                                                                                    Action Type: Special Education
                                                                                                    		 Building and District Administrators; Mr. Saul Lusk, Superintendent; Ms. Lori Ginn, LEA Start: 08/19/2011
                                                                                                    End: 06/03/2012
                                                                                                    • Central Office
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    2. The district will collect and analyze data through the use of surveys and questionnaires on factors that lead to or will lead to CWD drop-out.
                                                                                                    Action Type: Special Education
                                                                                                    		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                                    • Central Office
                                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    3. The district will purchase supplemental materials and supplies to be used with and for the purposes of data collection and student awareness of the importance of graduating from high school.
                                                                                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                                    		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                                    • Central Office
                                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    Total Budget: $0
                                                                                                    Intervention: Implement strategies to reduce the number of suspension and expulsions of special education services.
                                                                                                    Scientific Based Research:
                                                                                                    Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                                                    1. The district will provide training for regular and special education teachers in regard to behavior management, classroom management and techniques and strategies to implement in the classroom to decrease the behaviors that lead to suspensions and expulsions. and the LCSD.
                                                                                                    Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                                    Action Type: Professional Development
                                                                                                    		 Mr. Saul Lusk, Superintendent; Ms. Lori Ginn, LEA; Building Administrators and Teachers Start: 08/19/2011
                                                                                                    End: 06/03/2012
                                                                                                    • Central Office
                                                                                                    • Outside Consultants
                                                                                                    • Title Teachers
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    2. LCSD will collaborate with Outside Therapy Agencies including, Life Strategies, Counseling Consultants and Counseling Services of Eastern Arkansas. We will also incorporate a behavior curriculum into our school's learning community or teach correct and desired behaviors through social skills lessons in coordination with counseling agencies
                                                                                                    Action Type: Special Education
                                                                                                    		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                                    • Central Office
                                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    Total Budget: $0
                                                                                                    Intervention: Implement strategies to increase the percentage of CWD (Children With Disabilities)in regular classroom more that 80% of the day by a summary of data derived from programming decisions made on IEP's for the 2011-2012 school year.
                                                                                                    Scientific Based Research:
                                                                                                    Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                                                    1. The district will implement inclusion and co-teaching strategies to increase the number of CWD students in the regular education classroom.
                                                                                                    Action Type: Collaboration
                                                                                                    		 Mr. Saul Lusk, Superintendent; Ms. Lori Ginn, LEA; Building Principals & Teachers Start: 08/19/2011
                                                                                                    End: 06/04/2012
                                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                                    • Central Office
                                                                                                    • Outside Consultants
                                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    2. The LCSD will educate staff in dealing with differentiation of lessons and curriculum for the CWD students in the regular education classroom.
                                                                                                    Action Type: Special Education
                                                                                                    		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent and Lori Ginn, LEA Start: 07/01/2011
                                                                                                    End: 06/30/2012
                                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                                    • Central Office
                                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    Total Budget: $0
                                                                                                    Intervention: To provide alternative settings for CWD in lieu of suspensions and expulsions to educate staff and train staff in alternative means of disciplinary actions and behavior management to decrease the number of students served in residential, homebound and hospital settings.
                                                                                                    Scientific Based Research:
                                                                                                    Actions Person Responsible Timeline Resources Source of Funds
                                                                                                    1. The district will select, educate staff and implement appropriate programs and alternative settings for CWD's in lieu of expulsions and suspensions.
                                                                                                    Action Type: Special Education
                                                                                                    		 Saul Lusk, Superintendent; Lori Ginn, LEA; District Staff and Administrators; ALE Principal; Dean of Students; Teachers Start: 08/19/2011
                                                                                                    End: 06/03/2012
                                                                                                    • Administrative Staff
                                                                                                    • Central Office
                                                                                                    • District Staff
                                                                                                    • Teachers
                                                                                                    ACTION BUDGET: $
                                                                                                    Total Budget: $0
                                                                                                  • Planning Team

                                                                                                    Classification Name Position Committee
                                                                                                    Business Representative Lois Boyd Director ACSIP
                                                                                                    Classroom Teacher Dobbins, Malinda Physical Education ACSIP
                                                                                                    Classroom Teacher Hamilton, Arlean Language ACSIP
                                                                                                    Classroom Teacher Howard, Margaret Physical Education Teacher ACSIP
                                                                                                    Classroom Teacher Noel, Clyde Physical Education ACSIP
                                                                                                    Classroom Teacher Terry Gibson Science Teacher ACSIP
                                                                                                    Community Representative Thompson, Gene Community Representative ACSIP
                                                                                                    District-Level Professional Brown, Dorisey District Literacy Specialist ACSIP
                                                                                                    District-Level Professional Laura Strickland Accountability Coordinator ACSIP
                                                                                                    Non-Classroom Professional Staff Farmer, Ruby Paraprofessional ACSIP
                                                                                                    Non-Classroom Professional Staff Hill, Bernice Instructional Facilitator ACSIP
                                                                                                    Non-Classroom Professional Staff Holmes, Wilma Library Media Specialist ACSIP
                                                                                                    Non-Classroom Professional Staff Shears, Patricia Instructional Facilitator ACSIP
                                                                                                    Non-Classroom Professional Staff Shumpert, Theodore Counselor ACSIP
                                                                                                    Parent Daniels, Mary Parent ACSIP
                                                                                                    Principal Love, Carolyn Chairman ACSIP