Action Plan for Mathematics C. B.

Greer Elementary School 2006-2007 School Year

Annual, Measurable Objective(s): Students will raise achievement in __________Math______________ in grades __3-5 ___ from ___94____% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2005-2006 to __95 ___% meeting or exceeding standard at the end of SY2006-2007 as measured by the ____CRCT_____ with a minimum of 95% participation for all subgroups. Specific Academic Areas within Content (i.e. domains) and Subgroups (i.e. Special Education, LEP, etc) to Address (based on analysis of AYP Report and School Student Performance Data over the last three years):

Computation/Estimation__________________ Problem SolvingGeometry & Measurement Patterns & Relationships/Algebra___________ Student Motivation__________________________ Performance Based Instruction/Assessment______
Actions / Strategies / Interventions Continue implementation of the Learning Focused Schools strategies integrated with the 6 Eleme nts of an Effective Math Lesson. Focus Points: consistent review and student summarizing.

SWD (from 80% meet/exceed to 82% meet/exceed standard)______ Econ. Disadv (from 90% to 92% meet/exceed standard)__________

Factors Affecting Student Achievement to Address (based on analysis of What Works in Schools Survey Results):

Timeline Aug. 2006ongoing

Professional Development Resources/Est. Costs PL for all certified staff on the required strategies and elements, Title II funds for subs, books and materials

Person(s) Responsible Instructional Coach (IC), AP, Principal, teachers

Means of Evaluation PL evaluations, observations, lesson plans, math common assessments, Pre and Post testing data, DIBELS/Bulls Basics Monitoring lesson plans, Team meeting agendas and minutes

Utilize prioritized-sequenced math curriculum and units, publish key objectives each grading period for parents via newsletters and school website. Focus Points: units, content maps, vocabulary, and writing in math. Increase use of manipulatives and tools when appropriate to support and enhance instruction; spotlight similar activities for parents to use at home

Aug. 2006ongoing

PL on math alignment, GPS, Learning Focused Math Units

Principal, AP, IC, Teachers

Aug. 2006ongoing

PL for meaningful hands-on activities, Title I funds, Parent Resource Room

Principal, AP, IC, teachers

PL evaluations, observations, lesson plans, math assessments

Continue implementation of differentiated instruction tasks for all students including small group instruction for targeted at-risk students.

Aug. 2006 ongoing

PL on Differentiated Learning Title I funds K-3 Reading and Math Funds Title I funds K-3 Reading and Math funds

IC, Principal, AP, teachers

PL evaluations, observations, lesson plans, math assessments

Develop and implement ma th incentive programs, such as math clubs, math games and Problem of the Week ; post results with graphs and charts.

Fall, 2006 ongoing

Teachers, IC, Principal, AP

Observations, Club meeting minutes

Student focus on math software/technology that reinforce math skills and strategies (computer software, Flashmasters, Success Maker, etc.)

Aug.2006 ongoing

PL on math software K-3 Reading and Math Funds

Technology Instructor, Media Specialist, Teachers Principal, AP, IC, teachers, TSS trained teachers Principal, AP, After-school coordinator, select teachers

PL evaluations, observations, lesson plans, math assessments

Common planning time for teachers to review content standards and deve lop lesson plans utilizing effective instructional strategies. Veteran or new teachers in need of assistance will receive mentoring as needed. Provide extra opportunities to learn with after-school and summer school program; communicate goals, expectations and feedback to parents

Fall 2006 ongoing

Title II funds for subs

Team planning agendas and minutes, lesson plans, TSS logs

Fall 2006 ongoing

Title I funds K-3 Reading and Math funds State 4-8 funds Title I SIP funds PL for data analysis, Thinkgate Website

Math pre/post test data

Utilize system-wide math pre/post test results to target specific areas of need. Implement plan to redeliver this info at team meetings.

Fall 2005ongoing

Principal, AP, IC, teachers

Math assessments, observations, lesson plans, team minutes

NOTE: These plans have been created by the School Improvement Committee (Leadership Team) at a full day planning retreat in July, 2006 prior to the opening of the 2006-2007 school year. ALL data collected from the 2005-2006 school year was analyzed and utilized during the meeting to create these plans. Four different groups of team members wrote and reviewed the plans for this year. Our ultimate goal: CONTINOUS IMPROVEMENT AND STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT!

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