Community Day School School Accountability
Community Day School School Accountability Report Card Reported Using Data from the 2011-12 School Year Published During 2012-13 Every school in California is required by state law to publish a School Accountability Report Card (SARC), by February 1 of each year. The SARC contains information about the condition and performance of each California public school. • •
For more information about SARC requirements, see the California Department of Education (CDE) SARC webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should contact the school principal or the district office.
I. Data and Access EdData Partnership Web Site EdData is a partnership of the CDE, EdSource, and the Fiscal Crisis Management and Assistance Team (FCMAT) that provides extensive financial, demographic, and performance information about California’s public kindergarten through grade twelve school districts and schools. DataQuest DataQuest is an online data tool located on the CDE DataQuest webpage at http://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/ that contains additional information about this school and comparisons of the school to the district, the county, and the state. Specifically, DataQuest is a dynamic system that provides reports for accountability (e.g., state Academic Performance Index [API], federal Adequate Yearly Progress [AYP]), test data, enrollment, high school graduates, dropouts, course enrollments, staffing, and data regarding English learners. Internet Access Internet access is available at public libraries and other locations that are publicly accessible. Access to the Internet at libraries and public locations is generally provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Other use restrictions may include the hours of operation, the length of time that a workstation may be used (depending on availability), the types of software programs available on a workstation, and the ability to print documents.
II. About This School Contact Information (School Year 2012-13) School Contact Information School Name-------
Community Day School
Street-------
201 Home Street
City, State, Zip-------
Bishop, CA 93514
Phone Number------- (760) 872-1381 Principal-------
Patrick Twomey
E-mail Address-------
[email protected]
CDS Code-------
14-76687-0110031
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District Contact Information District Name-------
Bishop Unified School District
Phone Number------- 760-872-3680 Web Site-------
www.bishopschools.org
Superintendent------- Barry Simpson E-mail Address-------
[email protected]
A Message from the Principal Please include a personalized message to parents and community members in the space below. I’d like to welcome you to the Bishop Unified Community Day School’s Annual School Accountability Report Card and thank you for taking time to explore it. As principal, I could not be more proud of the school over which I preside, and am honored to have the opportunity to share the basis for such pride with you. The opportunity to do so has presented itself in the form of compliance with Proposition 98, which identifies the School Accountability Report Card as a required component that every school in California must issue. The purpose of this report card is to afford you further insight into the quality educational program we offer. It is the belief of Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School that students can and will excel in an environment that is tailored to their evolving needs. It is due to this belief that we have been able to successfully develop a comprehensive educational program that meets the emotional/academic needs of students struggling to achieve success in the mainstream or traditional school system. We have low student/teacher ratios, individualized academic programs with counseling and support services, and dedicated staff to help students realize their potential. We strive to provide students with not only the stimulation and encouragement to accomplish such feats, but the means to do so as well. In our long-standing tradition of excellence, we maintain our commitment to students, parents, community members, and staff to provide the best educational experience possible. We renew this commitment yearly in hopes that together, we will continue to improve our effectiveness in educating the students of today, preparing them to become productive citizens of tomorrow. It is in light of this fact, that we welcome any suggestions, ideas, or comments you may have. Thank you for your support of our program and students. Pat Twomey, Principal School Description and Mission Statement (School Year 2011-12) This section provides information about the school, its programs and its goals. The mission of the Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School is to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere where staff, students, family and community members work together to create a learning environment where all participants develop a desire for personal growth and life-long learning. Bishop is located in Inyo County along Highway 395, at the gateway to the Inyo National Forest, with a population of nearly 4,000. Bishop Unified School District strives to provide a quality education for all its students, with a wide range of programs and a talented staff dedicated to the needs of its population. The District serves approximately 2,000 students in grades K-12. Students served at the CDS are those who qualify and who are not experiencing success in a regular school setting. It is hoped that placement in a setting with a small student-teacher ratio, more individualized instruction and closer guidance/monitoring will help the student achieve a more positive outcome both in school and in their lives. Students may be probation referred, SARBed, oppositional/defiant, expelled, academically unsuccessful, credit deficit, pregnant or parenting. Opportunities for Parental Involvement (School Year 2011-12) This section provides information on how parents can become involved in school activities, including contact information pertaining to organized opportunities for parent involvement. Parents and the community are very supportive of the educational program at Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School. Parents who wish to participate in Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School’s leadership teams, school committees, school activities, or become volunteers may contact the school office at (760) 872- 1381. 2011-12 School Accountability Report Card for Community Day School
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Student Enrollment by Grade Level (School Year 2011-12) Grade Level
Number of Students
Grade 6-------
1
Grade 8
1
Total Enrollment-------
2
Student Enrollment by Group (School Year 2011-12) Percent of Total Enrollment
Group
Percent of Total Enrollment
Group
Black or African American-------
0
White
50
American Indian or Alaska Native-----Asian-------
50
Two or More Races
0
0
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
Filipino-------
0
English Learners
0
Hispanic or Latino-------
0
Students with Disabilities
0
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0
100
Average Class Size and Class Size Distribution (Secondary) 2009-10 Subject
English---------------Mathematics ---------Science---------------Social Science
2010-11
Avg. Class Size 1
1-22
23-32
33+
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
Number of Classrooms
Avg. Class Size
2011-12
Number of Classrooms 1-22
23-32
33+
Avg. Class Size
Number of Classrooms 1-22
23-32
33+
---------*
Number of classes indicates how many classrooms fall into each size category (a range of total students per classroom). At the secondary school level, this information is reported by subject area rather than grade level.
III. School Climate School Safety Plan (School Year 2011-12) This section provides information about the school’s comprehensive safety plan, including the dates on which the safety plan was last reviewed, updated, and discussed with faculty; as well as a brief description of the key elements of the plan. Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School provides a safe, clean environment for students, staff, and volunteers. The school consists of one building situated on the Home Street Middle School campus. School facilities were built in 1949. The facilities strongly support teaching and learning through its ample classroom and playground space. Facilities information was current as of December 1, 2012. Safety of students and staff is a primary concern of Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School. The school is in compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to hazardous materials and State earthquake standards. The school’s disaster preparedness plan includes steps for ensuring student and staff safety during a disaster. Fire and disaster drills are conducted on a regular basis. Teachers and noon aides monitor school grounds, including the cafeteria and playground, before, during, and after school to ensure a safe and orderly environment. The school is a closed campus; all visitors must sign in at the school office and wear visitor’s badges while on campus, and must check out before leaving the school. The Comprehensive Safety Plan was developed by the school in consultation with local law enforcement in order to comply with Senate Bill 187 of 1997. The plan provides students and staff a means to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment. Components of the Comprehensive Safety Plan include child abuse reporting procedures, teacher notification of dangerous pupil procedures, disaster response procedures, procedures for safe ingress and egress from school, sexual harassment policies, and dress code guidelines. The District collaborated with the Bishop Police Department to update the plans at all the schools. This process created a comprehensive crisis management plan for all schools in the community. The plan was completed and reviewed with school staff in August 2012. A copy of the plan is available to the public at the school and District offices. 2011-12 School Accountability Report Card for Community Day School
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Suspensions and Expulsions Rate* Suspensions------Expulsions------*
School 2009-10
2010-11
300.0 0
District 2011-12
2009-10
2010-11
800.0
22.0
14.0
0
0.05
0.47
2011-12
The rate of suspensions and expulsions is calculated by dividing the total number of incidents by the total enrollment (and multiplying by 100).
IV. School Facilities School Facility Conditions and Planned Improvements (School Year 2012-13) This section provides information from the most recent Facility Inspection Tool (FIT) data (or equivalent), including: • • • •
Description of the safety, cleanliness, and adequacy of the school facility Description of any planned or recently completed facility improvements The year and month in which the data were collected Description of any needed maintenance to ensure good repair
Year and month in which data were collected: December 2012 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Safety concerns are the number one priority of Maintenance and Operations. District maintenance supervisors are proactive and conduct inspections at school sites on a continual basis. Repairs necessary to keep the school in good repair and working order are completed in a timely manner. A work order process is used to ensure efficient service and that emergency repairs are given the highest priority. The District maintenance staff has indicated that 100% of all toilets on school grounds are in working order. CLEANING PROCESS AND SCHEDULE The District has adopted cleaning standards for all schools in the District. A summary of these standards is available at the school office or at the District office. The site administration team works daily with the custodial staff to develop cleaning schedules to ensure a clean and safe school. DEFERRED MAINTENANCE BUDGET The District participates in the State School Deferred Maintenance Program, which provides State matching funds on a dollar-fordollar basis, to assist school districts with expenditures for major repair or replacement of existing school building components. Typically, this includes roofing, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical systems, interior or exterior painting, and floor systems. DEFERRED MAINTENANCE PROJECTS During the 2011-2012 school year the District spent $168,909 to replace the playground around the BAC, complete painting projects district-wide and also to replace concrete sidewalks throughout the district. There are no major projects planned for the 2012-2013 school year.
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School Facility Good Repair Status (School Year 2012-13) This section provides information from the most recent Facility Inspection Tool (FIT) data (or equivalent), including: • • •
Determination of repair status for systems listed Description of any needed maintenance to ensure good repair The Overall Rating (bottom row)
System Inspected
Repair Status Exemplary
Good
Fair
Poor
Systems: Gas Leaks, Mechanical/HVAC, Sewer
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Interior: Interior Surfaces
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Cleanliness: Overall Cleanliness, Pest/ Vermin Infestation
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Electrical: Electrical
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Restrooms/Fountains: Restrooms, Sinks/ Fountains
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Safety: Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Structural: Structural Damage, Roofs
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
External: Playground/School Grounds, Windows/ Doors/Gates/Fences
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Overall Rating
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Repair Needed and Action Taken or Planned
V. Teachers Teacher Credentials Teachers
School
District
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2011-12
With Full Credential
1
1
1
91
Without Full Credential
0
0
0
2
Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence
0
0
0
---
Teacher Misassignments and Vacant Teacher Positions Indicator
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners
0
0
0
Total Teacher Misassignments
0
0
0
Vacant Teacher Positions
0
0
0
*
“Misassignments” refers to the number of positions filled by teachers who lack legal authorization to teach that grade level, subject area, student group, etc.
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Core Academic Classes Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers (School Year 2011-12) The Federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), also known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB), requires that core academic subjects be taught by Highly Qualified Teachers, defined as having at least a bachelor’s degree, an appropriate California teaching credential, and demonstrated core academic subject area competence. For more information, see the CDE Improving Teacher and Principal Quality webpage at: http://www.cde.ca.gov/nclb/sr/tq/ Percent of Classes In Core Academic Subjects
Location of Classes
Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers
Not Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers
100
0
All Schools in District
92.28
7.72
High-Poverty Schools in District
94.58
5.42
Low-Poverty Schools in District
100
0
This School
*
High-poverty schools are defined as those schools with student eligibility of approximately 40 percent or more in the free and reduced price meals program. Low-poverty schools are those with student eligibility of approximately 25 percent or less in the free and reduced price meals program.
VI. Support Staff Academic Counselors and Other Support Staff (School Year 2011-12) Title
Number of FTE Assigned to School
Average Number of Students per Academic Counselor
Academic Counselor------Counselor (Social/Behavioral or Career Development)
---
Library Media Teacher (Librarian)
---
Library Media Services Staff (Paraprofessional)
---
Psychologist-------
---
Social Worker-------
---
Nurse-------
---
Speech/Language/Hearing Specialist
---
Resource Specialist-------
---
Other-------
---
*
One Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) equals one staff member working full-time; one FTE could also represent two staff members who each work 50 percent of fulltime.
VII. Curriculum and Instructional Materials Quality, Currency, Availability of Textbooks and Instructional Materials (School Year 2012-13) This section describes whether the textbooks and instructional materials used at the school are from the most recent adoption; whether there are sufficient textbooks and instruction materials for each student; and information about the school’s use of any supplemental curriculum or non-adopted textbooks or instructional materials. Year and month in which data were collected: September 20, 2012 Bishop Unified School District sets a high priority upon ensuring that sufficient and current textbooks and materials are available to support the school’s instructional program. Bishop Unified School District held a Public Hearing on September 20, 2012 and determined that each school within the District has sufficient and good quality textbooks or instructional materials, pursuant to the settlement of Williams vs. the State of California. All students, including English learners, are provided their own individual standards-aligned textbooks in core subjects for use in the classroom and to take home. All textbooks and instructional materials used within the District are aligned with the California State Content Standards and Frameworks and have been selected from the State’s most recent list of standards-based materials. Bishop Unified School District follows the State Board of Education’s seven-year adoption cycle for core content materials. 2011-12 School Accountability Report Card for Community Day School
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The textbook adoption process begins with the formation of an Adoption Committee consisting of administrators and teachers. The committee identifies key elements to consider in the adoption decision-making process and establishes selection criteria based on State and District standards. The committee reviews instructional materials on the State list and invites publishers to provide an overview of their respective materials. The committee examines each program and selects programs to be piloted. Recommended programs are available for 30 days prior to adoption at the school library and District office for teachers and parents to review. The feedback provided by teachers and parents becomes the basis for the recommendations to the Board of Trustees for final adoption.
Textbooks and Instructional Materials/ Year of Adoption
Core Curriculum Area
From Most Recent Adoption?
Percent of Students Lacking Own Assigned Copy
Reading/Language Arts
Holt-McDougal - Holt Literature and Language Arts 2010
Yes
0
Mathematics
McDougall-Littel(6-8)
Yes
0
Science-------
Delta Education (6 - 8) 2007
Yes
0
History-Social Science
Pearson/Scott Foresman (5) 2005 McDougall Littell (6-8) 2005
Yes
0
VIII. School Finances Expenditures Per Pupil and School Site Teacher Salaries (Fiscal Year 2010-11) Expenditures Per Pupil Level School Site-------
Total $42,838
Supplemental/ Restricted -0-
Basic/ Unrestricted
Average Teacher Salary
$42,838
$49,291
District-------
---
---
$7,250
$66,605
Percent Difference: School Site and District
---
---
591%
75%
State-------
---
---
$5,455
$62,892
Percent Difference: School Site and State
---
---
* **
Supplemental/Restricted expenditures come from money whose use is controlled by law or by a donor. Money that is designated for specific purposes by the district or governing board is not considered restricted. Basic/Unrestricted expenditures are from money whose use, except for general guidelines, is not controlled by law or by a donor.
For detailed information on school expenditures for all districts in California, see the CDE Current Expense of Education & Per-pupil Spending webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/ec/. For information on teacher salaries for all districts in California, see the CDE Certificated Salaries & Benefits webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/cs/. To look up expenditures and salaries for a specific school district, see the Ed-Data Web site at: http://www.ed-data.org.
Types of Services Funded (Fiscal Year 2011-12) This section provides specific information about the types of programs and services available at the school that support and assists students. For example, this narrative may include information about supplemental educational services related to the school’s federal Program Improvement (PI) status. At the time this report was published, the most recent financial and salary comparison data from the State of California was for the 2010-11 school year. In addition to general fund State funding, Bishop Unified School District receives State and Federal categorical funding for special programs. For the 2011-2012 school year, the District received Federal and State aid for the following categorical, special education, and support programs: Community Day School Waiver Funding 2011-12 School Accountability Report Card for Community Day School
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Teacher and Administrative Salaries (Fiscal Year 2010-11) District Amount
State Average for Districts In Same Category
Beginning Teacher Salary
$35,300
$38,725
Mid-Range Teacher Salary
$60,094
$59,717
Highest Teacher Salary
$80,001
$77,957
Average Principal Salary (Elementary)
$98,770
$95,363
Average Principal Salary (Middle)
$98,770
$98,545
Average Principal Salary (High)
$104,528
$107,031
Superintendent Salary
$152,341
$149,398
Percent of Budget for Teacher Salaries
37%
37%
Percent of Budget for Administrative Salaries
7%
6%
Category
*
For detailed information on salaries, see the CDE Certificated Salaries & Benefits webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/cs/.
IX. Student Performance The Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program consists of several key components, including: •
California Standards Tests (CSTs), which include English-language arts (ELA) and mathematics in grades two through eleven; science in grades five, eight, and nine through eleven; and history-social science in grades eight, and nine through eleven.
•
California Modified Assessment (CMA), an alternate assessment that is based on modified achievement standards in ELA for grades three through eleven; mathematics for grades three through seven, Algebra I, and Geometry; and science in grades five and eight, and Life Science in grade ten. The CMA is designed to assess those students whose disabilities preclude them from achieving grade-level proficiency on an assessment of the California content standards with or without accommodations.
•
California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA), includes ELA and mathematics in grades two through eleven, and science for grades five, eight, and ten. The CAPA is given to those students with significant cognitive disabilities whose disabilities prevent them from taking either the CSTs with accommodations or modifications or the CMA with accommodations.
The assessments under the STAR Program show how well students are doing in relation to the state content standards. On each of these assessments, student scores are reported as performance levels. For detailed information regarding the STAR Program results for each grade and performance level, including the percent of students not tested, see the CDE STAR Results Web site at http://star.cde.ca.gov. Standardized Testing and Reporting Results for All Students - Three-Year Comparison Percent of Students Scoring at Proficient or Advanced Subject
School 2009-10
2011-12
2009-10
State
2010-11
2011-12
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
English-Language Arts
52
50
52
54
56
Mathematics-------
48
48
48
50
51
Science-------
63
66
54
57
60
History-Social Science
43
45
44
48
49
*
2010-11
District
Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is ten or less, either because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy or to protect student privacy.
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Standardized Testing and Reporting Results by Student Group - Most Recent Year Group
Percent of Students Scoring at Proficient or Advanced English-Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
History-Social Science
50
48
66
45
All Students in the LEA All Student at the School Male------Female------Black or African American American Indian or Alaska Native Asian------Filipino------Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White------Two or More Races------Socioeconomically Disadvantaged English Learners------Students with Disabilities Students Receiving Migrant Education Services *
Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is ten or less, either because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy or to protect student privacy.
X. Accountability Academic Performance Index The Academic Performance Index (API) is an annual measure of state academic performance and progress of schools in California. API scores range from 200 to 1,000, with a statewide target of 800. For detailed information about the API, see the CDE API webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/ap/. Academic Performance Index Ranks - Three-Year Comparison This table displays the school’s statewide and similar schools’ API ranks. The statewide API rank ranges from 1 to 10. A statewide rank of 1 means that the school has an API score in the lowest ten percent of all schools in the state, while a statewide rank of 10 means that the school has an API score in the highest ten percent of all schools in the state. The similar schools API rank reflects how a school compares to 100 statistically matched “similar schools.” A similar schools rank of 1 means that the school’s academic performance is comparable to the lowest performing ten schools of the 100 similar schools, while a similar schools rank of 10 means that the school’s academic performance is better than at least 90 of the 100 similar schools. API Rank
2009
2010
2011
Statewide------Similar Schools-------
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Academic Performance Index Growth by Student Group – Three-Year Comparison Actual API Change
Group
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
All Students at the School Black or African American American Indian or Alaska Native Asian------Filipino------Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White------Two or More Races Socioeconomically Disadvantaged English Learners Students with Disabilities *
"N/D” means that no data were available to the CDE or LEA to report. “B” means the school did not have a valid API Base and there is no Growth or target information. “C” means the school had significant demographic changes and there is no Growth or target information.
Academic Performance Index Growth by Student Group - 2012 Growth API Comparison This table displays, by student group, the number of students included in the API and the 2012 Growth API at the school, district, and state level. 2012 Growth API Group
School # of Students
Growth API
District
State
# of Students
Growth API
# of Students
Growth API
All Students at the School
1,413
772
4,664,264
788
Black or African American
4
313,201
710
American Indian or Alaska Native
206
682
31,606
742
Asian-------
20
874
404,670
905
Filipino-------
3
124,824
869
2,425,230
740
26,563
775
Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
456
700
1
White-------
611
842
1,221,860
853
Two or More Races
65
787
88,428
849
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
679
697
2,779,680
737
English Learners
290
648
1,530,297
716
Students with Disabilities
169
598
530,935
607
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Adequate Yearly Progress The federal ESEA requires that all schools and districts meet the following Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) criteria: • • • •
Participation rate on the state’s standards-based assessments in ELA and mathematics Percent proficient on the state’s standards-based assessments in ELA and mathematics API as an additional indicator Graduation rate (for secondary schools)
Detailed information about AYP, including participation rates and percent proficient results by student group, can be found at the CDE Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/ay/. Adequate Yearly Progress Overall and by Criteria (School Year 2011-12) AYP Criteria
School
District
Made AYP Overall
Yes
No
Met Participation Rate: English-Language Arts
Yes
Yes
Met Participation Rate: Mathematics
Yes
Yes
Met Percent Proficient: English-Language Arts
Yes
No
Met Percent Proficient: Mathematics
Yes
No
Met API Criteria
N/A
Yes
Met Graduation Rate (if applicable)
N/A
No
Federal Intervention Program (School Year 2012-13) Schools and districts receiving federal Title I funding enter Program Improvement (PI) if they do not make AYP for two consecutive years in the same content area (ELA or mathematics) or on the same indicator (API or graduation rate). After entering PI, schools and districts advance to the next level of intervention with each additional year that they do not make AYP. For detailed information about PI identification, see the CDE PI Status Determinations webpage: http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/ay/tidetermine.asp. Indicator
School
Program Improvement Status
District In PI
First Year of Program Improvement
2012-2013
Year in Program Improvement
Year 1
Number of Schools Currently in Program Improvement
---
3
Percent of Schools Currently in Program Improvement
---
30
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XI. Instructional Planning and Scheduling Professional Development This section provides information on the number of days provided for professional development and continuous professional growth in the most recent three year period. Questions that may be answered include: • What are the primary/major areas of focus for staff development and specifically how were they selected? For example, were student achievement data used to determine the need for professional development in reading instruction? • What are the methods by which professional development is delivered (e.g., after school workshops, conference attendance, individual mentoring, etc.)? • How are teachers supported during implementation (e.g., through in-class coaching, teacher-principal meetings, student performance, and data reporting, etc.)? All training and curriculum development at Bishop Union Community Day School revolves around the California State Content Standards and Frameworks. Teachers align classroom curriculum to ensure that all students either meet or exceed State proficiency levels. Professional development within the District addresses the individual needs of teachers as well as broader school concerns. Five mandatory staff development days are available annually. The District analyzes test scores and conducts a teacher survey to determine areas in the curriculum that need to be modified. The staff development committee coordinates their offerings based on the District Leadership Team/District Assistance and Intervention Team goals set out annually for staff development related to those goals. The District participates in the State-sponsored Beginning Teachers Support and Assessment (BTSA) program. The goals of the BTSA program are to help new teachers succeed, foster increased retention of quality teachers within the teaching profession, and improve instruction for students. The District’s Peer Assistance and Review Program (PAR) is designed to improve the education for students and increase the classroom performance of teachers. The District provides support services to all teachers in the District. Bishop Unified School District offers a wide variety of additional support and professional development opportunities for its teachers, administrators, classified staff, and substitutes.
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For more information about SARC requirements, see the California Department of Education (CDE) SARC webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/. For additional information about the school, parents and community members should contact the school principal or the district office.
I. Data and Access EdData Partnership Web Site EdData is a partnership of the CDE, EdSource, and the Fiscal Crisis Management and Assistance Team (FCMAT) that provides extensive financial, demographic, and performance information about California’s public kindergarten through grade twelve school districts and schools. DataQuest DataQuest is an online data tool located on the CDE DataQuest webpage at http://dq.cde.ca.gov/dataquest/ that contains additional information about this school and comparisons of the school to the district, the county, and the state. Specifically, DataQuest is a dynamic system that provides reports for accountability (e.g., state Academic Performance Index [API], federal Adequate Yearly Progress [AYP]), test data, enrollment, high school graduates, dropouts, course enrollments, staffing, and data regarding English learners. Internet Access Internet access is available at public libraries and other locations that are publicly accessible. Access to the Internet at libraries and public locations is generally provided on a first-come, first-served basis. Other use restrictions may include the hours of operation, the length of time that a workstation may be used (depending on availability), the types of software programs available on a workstation, and the ability to print documents.
II. About This School Contact Information (School Year 2012-13) School Contact Information School Name-------
Community Day School
Street-------
201 Home Street
City, State, Zip-------
Bishop, CA 93514
Phone Number------- (760) 872-1381 Principal-------
Patrick Twomey
E-mail Address-------
[email protected]
CDS Code-------
14-76687-0110031
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District Contact Information District Name-------
Bishop Unified School District
Phone Number------- 760-872-3680 Web Site-------
www.bishopschools.org
Superintendent------- Barry Simpson E-mail Address-------
[email protected]
A Message from the Principal Please include a personalized message to parents and community members in the space below. I’d like to welcome you to the Bishop Unified Community Day School’s Annual School Accountability Report Card and thank you for taking time to explore it. As principal, I could not be more proud of the school over which I preside, and am honored to have the opportunity to share the basis for such pride with you. The opportunity to do so has presented itself in the form of compliance with Proposition 98, which identifies the School Accountability Report Card as a required component that every school in California must issue. The purpose of this report card is to afford you further insight into the quality educational program we offer. It is the belief of Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School that students can and will excel in an environment that is tailored to their evolving needs. It is due to this belief that we have been able to successfully develop a comprehensive educational program that meets the emotional/academic needs of students struggling to achieve success in the mainstream or traditional school system. We have low student/teacher ratios, individualized academic programs with counseling and support services, and dedicated staff to help students realize their potential. We strive to provide students with not only the stimulation and encouragement to accomplish such feats, but the means to do so as well. In our long-standing tradition of excellence, we maintain our commitment to students, parents, community members, and staff to provide the best educational experience possible. We renew this commitment yearly in hopes that together, we will continue to improve our effectiveness in educating the students of today, preparing them to become productive citizens of tomorrow. It is in light of this fact, that we welcome any suggestions, ideas, or comments you may have. Thank you for your support of our program and students. Pat Twomey, Principal School Description and Mission Statement (School Year 2011-12) This section provides information about the school, its programs and its goals. The mission of the Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School is to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere where staff, students, family and community members work together to create a learning environment where all participants develop a desire for personal growth and life-long learning. Bishop is located in Inyo County along Highway 395, at the gateway to the Inyo National Forest, with a population of nearly 4,000. Bishop Unified School District strives to provide a quality education for all its students, with a wide range of programs and a talented staff dedicated to the needs of its population. The District serves approximately 2,000 students in grades K-12. Students served at the CDS are those who qualify and who are not experiencing success in a regular school setting. It is hoped that placement in a setting with a small student-teacher ratio, more individualized instruction and closer guidance/monitoring will help the student achieve a more positive outcome both in school and in their lives. Students may be probation referred, SARBed, oppositional/defiant, expelled, academically unsuccessful, credit deficit, pregnant or parenting. Opportunities for Parental Involvement (School Year 2011-12) This section provides information on how parents can become involved in school activities, including contact information pertaining to organized opportunities for parent involvement. Parents and the community are very supportive of the educational program at Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School. Parents who wish to participate in Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School’s leadership teams, school committees, school activities, or become volunteers may contact the school office at (760) 872- 1381. 2011-12 School Accountability Report Card for Community Day School
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Student Enrollment by Grade Level (School Year 2011-12) Grade Level
Number of Students
Grade 6-------
1
Grade 8
1
Total Enrollment-------
2
Student Enrollment by Group (School Year 2011-12) Percent of Total Enrollment
Group
Percent of Total Enrollment
Group
Black or African American-------
0
White
50
American Indian or Alaska Native-----Asian-------
50
Two or More Races
0
0
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
Filipino-------
0
English Learners
0
Hispanic or Latino-------
0
Students with Disabilities
0
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0
100
Average Class Size and Class Size Distribution (Secondary) 2009-10 Subject
English---------------Mathematics ---------Science---------------Social Science
2010-11
Avg. Class Size 1
1-22
23-32
33+
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
1
1
0
0
Number of Classrooms
Avg. Class Size
2011-12
Number of Classrooms 1-22
23-32
33+
Avg. Class Size
Number of Classrooms 1-22
23-32
33+
---------*
Number of classes indicates how many classrooms fall into each size category (a range of total students per classroom). At the secondary school level, this information is reported by subject area rather than grade level.
III. School Climate School Safety Plan (School Year 2011-12) This section provides information about the school’s comprehensive safety plan, including the dates on which the safety plan was last reviewed, updated, and discussed with faculty; as well as a brief description of the key elements of the plan. Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School provides a safe, clean environment for students, staff, and volunteers. The school consists of one building situated on the Home Street Middle School campus. School facilities were built in 1949. The facilities strongly support teaching and learning through its ample classroom and playground space. Facilities information was current as of December 1, 2012. Safety of students and staff is a primary concern of Bishop Union Elementary Community Day School. The school is in compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to hazardous materials and State earthquake standards. The school’s disaster preparedness plan includes steps for ensuring student and staff safety during a disaster. Fire and disaster drills are conducted on a regular basis. Teachers and noon aides monitor school grounds, including the cafeteria and playground, before, during, and after school to ensure a safe and orderly environment. The school is a closed campus; all visitors must sign in at the school office and wear visitor’s badges while on campus, and must check out before leaving the school. The Comprehensive Safety Plan was developed by the school in consultation with local law enforcement in order to comply with Senate Bill 187 of 1997. The plan provides students and staff a means to ensure a safe and orderly learning environment. Components of the Comprehensive Safety Plan include child abuse reporting procedures, teacher notification of dangerous pupil procedures, disaster response procedures, procedures for safe ingress and egress from school, sexual harassment policies, and dress code guidelines. The District collaborated with the Bishop Police Department to update the plans at all the schools. This process created a comprehensive crisis management plan for all schools in the community. The plan was completed and reviewed with school staff in August 2012. A copy of the plan is available to the public at the school and District offices. 2011-12 School Accountability Report Card for Community Day School
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Suspensions and Expulsions Rate* Suspensions------Expulsions------*
School 2009-10
2010-11
300.0 0
District 2011-12
2009-10
2010-11
800.0
22.0
14.0
0
0.05
0.47
2011-12
The rate of suspensions and expulsions is calculated by dividing the total number of incidents by the total enrollment (and multiplying by 100).
IV. School Facilities School Facility Conditions and Planned Improvements (School Year 2012-13) This section provides information from the most recent Facility Inspection Tool (FIT) data (or equivalent), including: • • • •
Description of the safety, cleanliness, and adequacy of the school facility Description of any planned or recently completed facility improvements The year and month in which the data were collected Description of any needed maintenance to ensure good repair
Year and month in which data were collected: December 2012 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR Safety concerns are the number one priority of Maintenance and Operations. District maintenance supervisors are proactive and conduct inspections at school sites on a continual basis. Repairs necessary to keep the school in good repair and working order are completed in a timely manner. A work order process is used to ensure efficient service and that emergency repairs are given the highest priority. The District maintenance staff has indicated that 100% of all toilets on school grounds are in working order. CLEANING PROCESS AND SCHEDULE The District has adopted cleaning standards for all schools in the District. A summary of these standards is available at the school office or at the District office. The site administration team works daily with the custodial staff to develop cleaning schedules to ensure a clean and safe school. DEFERRED MAINTENANCE BUDGET The District participates in the State School Deferred Maintenance Program, which provides State matching funds on a dollar-fordollar basis, to assist school districts with expenditures for major repair or replacement of existing school building components. Typically, this includes roofing, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, electrical systems, interior or exterior painting, and floor systems. DEFERRED MAINTENANCE PROJECTS During the 2011-2012 school year the District spent $168,909 to replace the playground around the BAC, complete painting projects district-wide and also to replace concrete sidewalks throughout the district. There are no major projects planned for the 2012-2013 school year.
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School Facility Good Repair Status (School Year 2012-13) This section provides information from the most recent Facility Inspection Tool (FIT) data (or equivalent), including: • • •
Determination of repair status for systems listed Description of any needed maintenance to ensure good repair The Overall Rating (bottom row)
System Inspected
Repair Status Exemplary
Good
Fair
Poor
Systems: Gas Leaks, Mechanical/HVAC, Sewer
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Interior: Interior Surfaces
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Cleanliness: Overall Cleanliness, Pest/ Vermin Infestation
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Electrical: Electrical
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Restrooms/Fountains: Restrooms, Sinks/ Fountains
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Safety: Fire Safety, Hazardous Materials
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Structural: Structural Damage, Roofs
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
External: Playground/School Grounds, Windows/ Doors/Gates/Fences
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Overall Rating
[ ]
[X]
[ ]
[ ]
Repair Needed and Action Taken or Planned
V. Teachers Teacher Credentials Teachers
School
District
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
2011-12
With Full Credential
1
1
1
91
Without Full Credential
0
0
0
2
Teaching Outside Subject Area of Competence
0
0
0
---
Teacher Misassignments and Vacant Teacher Positions Indicator
2010-11
2011-12
2012-13
Misassignments of Teachers of English Learners
0
0
0
Total Teacher Misassignments
0
0
0
Vacant Teacher Positions
0
0
0
*
“Misassignments” refers to the number of positions filled by teachers who lack legal authorization to teach that grade level, subject area, student group, etc.
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Core Academic Classes Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers (School Year 2011-12) The Federal Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA), also known as No Child Left Behind (NCLB), requires that core academic subjects be taught by Highly Qualified Teachers, defined as having at least a bachelor’s degree, an appropriate California teaching credential, and demonstrated core academic subject area competence. For more information, see the CDE Improving Teacher and Principal Quality webpage at: http://www.cde.ca.gov/nclb/sr/tq/ Percent of Classes In Core Academic Subjects
Location of Classes
Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers
Not Taught by Highly Qualified Teachers
100
0
All Schools in District
92.28
7.72
High-Poverty Schools in District
94.58
5.42
Low-Poverty Schools in District
100
0
This School
*
High-poverty schools are defined as those schools with student eligibility of approximately 40 percent or more in the free and reduced price meals program. Low-poverty schools are those with student eligibility of approximately 25 percent or less in the free and reduced price meals program.
VI. Support Staff Academic Counselors and Other Support Staff (School Year 2011-12) Title
Number of FTE Assigned to School
Average Number of Students per Academic Counselor
Academic Counselor------Counselor (Social/Behavioral or Career Development)
---
Library Media Teacher (Librarian)
---
Library Media Services Staff (Paraprofessional)
---
Psychologist-------
---
Social Worker-------
---
Nurse-------
---
Speech/Language/Hearing Specialist
---
Resource Specialist-------
---
Other-------
---
*
One Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) equals one staff member working full-time; one FTE could also represent two staff members who each work 50 percent of fulltime.
VII. Curriculum and Instructional Materials Quality, Currency, Availability of Textbooks and Instructional Materials (School Year 2012-13) This section describes whether the textbooks and instructional materials used at the school are from the most recent adoption; whether there are sufficient textbooks and instruction materials for each student; and information about the school’s use of any supplemental curriculum or non-adopted textbooks or instructional materials. Year and month in which data were collected: September 20, 2012 Bishop Unified School District sets a high priority upon ensuring that sufficient and current textbooks and materials are available to support the school’s instructional program. Bishop Unified School District held a Public Hearing on September 20, 2012 and determined that each school within the District has sufficient and good quality textbooks or instructional materials, pursuant to the settlement of Williams vs. the State of California. All students, including English learners, are provided their own individual standards-aligned textbooks in core subjects for use in the classroom and to take home. All textbooks and instructional materials used within the District are aligned with the California State Content Standards and Frameworks and have been selected from the State’s most recent list of standards-based materials. Bishop Unified School District follows the State Board of Education’s seven-year adoption cycle for core content materials. 2011-12 School Accountability Report Card for Community Day School
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The textbook adoption process begins with the formation of an Adoption Committee consisting of administrators and teachers. The committee identifies key elements to consider in the adoption decision-making process and establishes selection criteria based on State and District standards. The committee reviews instructional materials on the State list and invites publishers to provide an overview of their respective materials. The committee examines each program and selects programs to be piloted. Recommended programs are available for 30 days prior to adoption at the school library and District office for teachers and parents to review. The feedback provided by teachers and parents becomes the basis for the recommendations to the Board of Trustees for final adoption.
Textbooks and Instructional Materials/ Year of Adoption
Core Curriculum Area
From Most Recent Adoption?
Percent of Students Lacking Own Assigned Copy
Reading/Language Arts
Holt-McDougal - Holt Literature and Language Arts 2010
Yes
0
Mathematics
McDougall-Littel(6-8)
Yes
0
Science-------
Delta Education (6 - 8) 2007
Yes
0
History-Social Science
Pearson/Scott Foresman (5) 2005 McDougall Littell (6-8) 2005
Yes
0
VIII. School Finances Expenditures Per Pupil and School Site Teacher Salaries (Fiscal Year 2010-11) Expenditures Per Pupil Level School Site-------
Total $42,838
Supplemental/ Restricted -0-
Basic/ Unrestricted
Average Teacher Salary
$42,838
$49,291
District-------
---
---
$7,250
$66,605
Percent Difference: School Site and District
---
---
591%
75%
State-------
---
---
$5,455
$62,892
Percent Difference: School Site and State
---
---
* **
Supplemental/Restricted expenditures come from money whose use is controlled by law or by a donor. Money that is designated for specific purposes by the district or governing board is not considered restricted. Basic/Unrestricted expenditures are from money whose use, except for general guidelines, is not controlled by law or by a donor.
For detailed information on school expenditures for all districts in California, see the CDE Current Expense of Education & Per-pupil Spending webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/ec/. For information on teacher salaries for all districts in California, see the CDE Certificated Salaries & Benefits webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/cs/. To look up expenditures and salaries for a specific school district, see the Ed-Data Web site at: http://www.ed-data.org.
Types of Services Funded (Fiscal Year 2011-12) This section provides specific information about the types of programs and services available at the school that support and assists students. For example, this narrative may include information about supplemental educational services related to the school’s federal Program Improvement (PI) status. At the time this report was published, the most recent financial and salary comparison data from the State of California was for the 2010-11 school year. In addition to general fund State funding, Bishop Unified School District receives State and Federal categorical funding for special programs. For the 2011-2012 school year, the District received Federal and State aid for the following categorical, special education, and support programs: Community Day School Waiver Funding 2011-12 School Accountability Report Card for Community Day School
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Teacher and Administrative Salaries (Fiscal Year 2010-11) District Amount
State Average for Districts In Same Category
Beginning Teacher Salary
$35,300
$38,725
Mid-Range Teacher Salary
$60,094
$59,717
Highest Teacher Salary
$80,001
$77,957
Average Principal Salary (Elementary)
$98,770
$95,363
Average Principal Salary (Middle)
$98,770
$98,545
Average Principal Salary (High)
$104,528
$107,031
Superintendent Salary
$152,341
$149,398
Percent of Budget for Teacher Salaries
37%
37%
Percent of Budget for Administrative Salaries
7%
6%
Category
*
For detailed information on salaries, see the CDE Certificated Salaries & Benefits webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ds/fd/cs/.
IX. Student Performance The Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) Program consists of several key components, including: •
California Standards Tests (CSTs), which include English-language arts (ELA) and mathematics in grades two through eleven; science in grades five, eight, and nine through eleven; and history-social science in grades eight, and nine through eleven.
•
California Modified Assessment (CMA), an alternate assessment that is based on modified achievement standards in ELA for grades three through eleven; mathematics for grades three through seven, Algebra I, and Geometry; and science in grades five and eight, and Life Science in grade ten. The CMA is designed to assess those students whose disabilities preclude them from achieving grade-level proficiency on an assessment of the California content standards with or without accommodations.
•
California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA), includes ELA and mathematics in grades two through eleven, and science for grades five, eight, and ten. The CAPA is given to those students with significant cognitive disabilities whose disabilities prevent them from taking either the CSTs with accommodations or modifications or the CMA with accommodations.
The assessments under the STAR Program show how well students are doing in relation to the state content standards. On each of these assessments, student scores are reported as performance levels. For detailed information regarding the STAR Program results for each grade and performance level, including the percent of students not tested, see the CDE STAR Results Web site at http://star.cde.ca.gov. Standardized Testing and Reporting Results for All Students - Three-Year Comparison Percent of Students Scoring at Proficient or Advanced Subject
School 2009-10
2011-12
2009-10
State
2010-11
2011-12
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
English-Language Arts
52
50
52
54
56
Mathematics-------
48
48
48
50
51
Science-------
63
66
54
57
60
History-Social Science
43
45
44
48
49
*
2010-11
District
Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is ten or less, either because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy or to protect student privacy.
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Standardized Testing and Reporting Results by Student Group - Most Recent Year Group
Percent of Students Scoring at Proficient or Advanced English-Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
History-Social Science
50
48
66
45
All Students in the LEA All Student at the School Male------Female------Black or African American American Indian or Alaska Native Asian------Filipino------Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White------Two or More Races------Socioeconomically Disadvantaged English Learners------Students with Disabilities Students Receiving Migrant Education Services *
Scores are not shown when the number of students tested is ten or less, either because the number of students in this category is too small for statistical accuracy or to protect student privacy.
X. Accountability Academic Performance Index The Academic Performance Index (API) is an annual measure of state academic performance and progress of schools in California. API scores range from 200 to 1,000, with a statewide target of 800. For detailed information about the API, see the CDE API webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/ap/. Academic Performance Index Ranks - Three-Year Comparison This table displays the school’s statewide and similar schools’ API ranks. The statewide API rank ranges from 1 to 10. A statewide rank of 1 means that the school has an API score in the lowest ten percent of all schools in the state, while a statewide rank of 10 means that the school has an API score in the highest ten percent of all schools in the state. The similar schools API rank reflects how a school compares to 100 statistically matched “similar schools.” A similar schools rank of 1 means that the school’s academic performance is comparable to the lowest performing ten schools of the 100 similar schools, while a similar schools rank of 10 means that the school’s academic performance is better than at least 90 of the 100 similar schools. API Rank
2009
2010
2011
Statewide------Similar Schools-------
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Academic Performance Index Growth by Student Group – Three-Year Comparison Actual API Change
Group
2009-10
2010-11
2011-12
All Students at the School Black or African American American Indian or Alaska Native Asian------Filipino------Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander White------Two or More Races Socioeconomically Disadvantaged English Learners Students with Disabilities *
"N/D” means that no data were available to the CDE or LEA to report. “B” means the school did not have a valid API Base and there is no Growth or target information. “C” means the school had significant demographic changes and there is no Growth or target information.
Academic Performance Index Growth by Student Group - 2012 Growth API Comparison This table displays, by student group, the number of students included in the API and the 2012 Growth API at the school, district, and state level. 2012 Growth API Group
School # of Students
Growth API
District
State
# of Students
Growth API
# of Students
Growth API
All Students at the School
1,413
772
4,664,264
788
Black or African American
4
313,201
710
American Indian or Alaska Native
206
682
31,606
742
Asian-------
20
874
404,670
905
Filipino-------
3
124,824
869
2,425,230
740
26,563
775
Hispanic or Latino Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
456
700
1
White-------
611
842
1,221,860
853
Two or More Races
65
787
88,428
849
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
679
697
2,779,680
737
English Learners
290
648
1,530,297
716
Students with Disabilities
169
598
530,935
607
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Adequate Yearly Progress The federal ESEA requires that all schools and districts meet the following Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) criteria: • • • •
Participation rate on the state’s standards-based assessments in ELA and mathematics Percent proficient on the state’s standards-based assessments in ELA and mathematics API as an additional indicator Graduation rate (for secondary schools)
Detailed information about AYP, including participation rates and percent proficient results by student group, can be found at the CDE Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) webpage at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/ay/. Adequate Yearly Progress Overall and by Criteria (School Year 2011-12) AYP Criteria
School
District
Made AYP Overall
Yes
No
Met Participation Rate: English-Language Arts
Yes
Yes
Met Participation Rate: Mathematics
Yes
Yes
Met Percent Proficient: English-Language Arts
Yes
No
Met Percent Proficient: Mathematics
Yes
No
Met API Criteria
N/A
Yes
Met Graduation Rate (if applicable)
N/A
No
Federal Intervention Program (School Year 2012-13) Schools and districts receiving federal Title I funding enter Program Improvement (PI) if they do not make AYP for two consecutive years in the same content area (ELA or mathematics) or on the same indicator (API or graduation rate). After entering PI, schools and districts advance to the next level of intervention with each additional year that they do not make AYP. For detailed information about PI identification, see the CDE PI Status Determinations webpage: http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/ay/tidetermine.asp. Indicator
School
Program Improvement Status
District In PI
First Year of Program Improvement
2012-2013
Year in Program Improvement
Year 1
Number of Schools Currently in Program Improvement
---
3
Percent of Schools Currently in Program Improvement
---
30
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XI. Instructional Planning and Scheduling Professional Development This section provides information on the number of days provided for professional development and continuous professional growth in the most recent three year period. Questions that may be answered include: • What are the primary/major areas of focus for staff development and specifically how were they selected? For example, were student achievement data used to determine the need for professional development in reading instruction? • What are the methods by which professional development is delivered (e.g., after school workshops, conference attendance, individual mentoring, etc.)? • How are teachers supported during implementation (e.g., through in-class coaching, teacher-principal meetings, student performance, and data reporting, etc.)? All training and curriculum development at Bishop Union Community Day School revolves around the California State Content Standards and Frameworks. Teachers align classroom curriculum to ensure that all students either meet or exceed State proficiency levels. Professional development within the District addresses the individual needs of teachers as well as broader school concerns. Five mandatory staff development days are available annually. The District analyzes test scores and conducts a teacher survey to determine areas in the curriculum that need to be modified. The staff development committee coordinates their offerings based on the District Leadership Team/District Assistance and Intervention Team goals set out annually for staff development related to those goals. The District participates in the State-sponsored Beginning Teachers Support and Assessment (BTSA) program. The goals of the BTSA program are to help new teachers succeed, foster increased retention of quality teachers within the teaching profession, and improve instruction for students. The District’s Peer Assistance and Review Program (PAR) is designed to improve the education for students and increase the classroom performance of teachers. The District provides support services to all teachers in the District. Bishop Unified School District offers a wide variety of additional support and professional development opportunities for its teachers, administrators, classified staff, and substitutes.
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