Cedar Bluffs Schools AWS
Cedar Bluffs Schools 2013-2014
Annual Report
The mission of the Cedar Bluffs Public Schools: Is to challenge all students to acquire the skills and knowledge essential for success to become productive, responsible, citizens in a global society by providing educational experiences and opportunities.
Board Members President Tom Kruse Vice President Tim Shanahan Members Dennis Bittner Deb Radenslaben Garlyn Grosse Debbie Vacha
110 East Main St. Cedar Bluffs, Ne 68015 Superintendent: Mr. Harlan Ptomey Supt. Phone 402-628-2080 | Fax 402-628-2108
www.cedarbluffsschools.or g
I.
Demographics Report
Student enrollment numbers over the past 10 years have declined slightly. However it must be noted that in 1985-86 the enrollment was 198, seeing a resurgence in 1996-97 to 328. Cedar Bluffs Public School enrollment is greatly affected by option enrollment numbers. In 2013-14, option enrollment numbers were approximately 74 students PK-12. Grade by Grade Membership Year
PK
KG
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
11th
12th
Total
2004-2005
0
25
19
14
12
26
16
14
21
20
24
31
21
25
268
2005-2006
0
13
26
16
13
11
27
16
16
24
21
24
31
22
260
2006-2007
0
12
14
21
20
14
13
28
18
16
25
21
23
32
257
2007-2008
0
10
9
14
21
20
16
15
28
18
18
28
24
18
239
2008-2009
0
7
14
10
13
21
21
17
15
28
20
20
24
17
227
2009-2010
1
12
9
13
11
14
20
21
18
13
28
22
18
23
223
2010-2011
2
11
14
10
11
15
14
21
24
18
21
28
21
19
229
2011-2012
1
17
9
14
12
13
14
12
21
22
18
19
28
22
222
2012-2013
3
13
17
13
14
13
12
17
11
18
24
17
18
26
216
2013-2014
19
12
14
17
14
14
12
13
17
11
19
26
17
18
223
2013-2014 Student Demographics Characteristic
State
District
Eligible for Free & Reduced
44.93%
42.60%
English Language Learner
6.04%
0%
Qualifies for Special Education
15.74%
10.29%
Drop Out Rate
1.11
0.00
High Ability Learner
15.19%
23.04%
2013-2014 Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity Race & Ethnicity 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Native American/ Alaskan Asian African American/ Black Hispanic Pacific Islander White
1
1
1
0
0
1
1
3
4
4 0 216
5 2 205
9 3 205
In 2013-2014 Cedar Bluffs Public School has 100% of their teachers that meet NCLB definition of “Highly Qualified”. Furthermore, according to the Nebraska Department of Education’s Rule 10 requirements, Cedar Bluffs Public School meets all teacher training qualifications. Total Teacher FTE
Total Teacher Count with Masters Degrees
Percentage of Teacher Count with Master's Degrees
Average Years of Experience
Years
State
District
State
District
State
District
State
District
2009-2010
24,467.68
18.25
11,207
8
44.10%
42.11%
15.26
19.16
2010-2011
24,633.92
18.35
11,692
10
45.72%
50.00%
15.24
18.70
2011-2012
24,131.83
18.80
11,889
10
47.46%
50.00%
15.19
19.70
2012-2013
24,253.79
19.05
12,401
12
49.27%
60.00%
15.03
19.80
2013-2014
22,302.34
21.00
11,878
9
51.73%
40.91%
14.56
16.95
Cedar Bluffs State Average
2004-05 95.28 94.60
2005-06 95.56 94.93
2006-07 95.08 94.77
Attendance Rate 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 94.88 94.95 90.34 94.72 94.86 94.77
2010-11 95.53 95.18
2011-12 95.17 95.55
2012-13 95.53 95.30
2013-14 95.63 95.18
II.
Financial Report
Cedar Bluffs Public School board and administration understands its fiduciary responsibility to the patrons of the district and continually evaluates and monitors expenditures and revenue with a long term goal of remaining financially stable and reducing taxes when applicable. In 2013-2014, the school board reduced taxes by another cent moving the levy to under $1.20 for the first time since the loss of District 11 lands. Year 2004-2005
Cedar Bluffs Public School District Certified Land Valuations Percentage Change
Determined by Legislation State Aid Change
Per $100 Tax Levy Change
$200,035,093.00
7.88%
$76,889.00
-$34,718.00
1.1580
-0.0258
2005-2006
$206,087,154.00
3.03%
$7,360.00
-$69,529.00
1.1577
-0.0003
2006-2007*
$122,420,993.00
-40.60%
$497,095.00
$489,735.00
1.3673
0.2096
2007-2008
$125,594,671.00
2.59%
$711,442.00
$214,347.00
1.3629
-0.0044
2008-2009
$137,784,891.00
9.71%
$394,783.00
-$316,659.00
1.3089
-0.0540
2009-2010
$153,426,261.00
11.35%
$764,640.00
$369,857.00
1.2760
-0.0329
2010-2011
$157,422,712.00
2.60%
$434,570.00
-$330,070.00
1.2739
-0.0021
2011-2012
$176,566,722.00 $200,600,887.00 $236,204,698.00
12.16% 13.61% 17.75%
$531,008.00
$96,438.00
$396,943.00
-$134,065.00
1.2489 1.2092 1.1997
-0.0250 -0.0397 -0.0095
2012-2013 2013-2014
$409,962.00 $13,019.00 *Loss of District 11 to Fremont (LB 106) in 2006-2007. From 2006-2013 Certified Land Valuations have increased a total of 92.94%.
III.
Academic Report
In 2012-2013, Cedar Bluffs Public school began a new era of measurements and data usage by changing from the Terra Nova tests to the MAP (Measures of Academy Progress) test. The MAP testing provides a strong correlation to the state NeSA testing as well as providing in-depth data that will help drive teacher instruction. And because MAP is a computer based system, unlike NeSA it provides immediate feedback for our teachers. Cedar Bluffs Public School provides access to John Baylor Test Prep both at school and at home for students to get additional support for the ACT Test. Cedar Bluffs Public School teachers and administrators understand its responsibility to the patrons of the district and strive to increase knowledge and student retention through implementation of school improvement programs and professional development that provide a rigorous curriculum through interactive instruction. Cedar Bluffs Public School currently pays $600 per year for junior and senior students to access college credit classes and a typical student of Cedar Bluffs Public School will accumulate more than 18 college credits upon graduation.
ACT Scores
National Standardized Test (MAP) (Winter) 2013-2014
Average Composite Score (Act Range: 1-36)
Reading
Math
Reading
Math
2008-2009
National Average 21.1
Grade 3
199.2
195.8
194.6
198.5
2009-2010
21.0
22.1
20.8
Grade 4
203.9
203.8
203.2
208.7
2010-2011
21.1
22.1
21.1
Grade 5
215.5
214.1
209.8
217.8
2011-2012
21.1
22.0
20.4
Grade 6
214.5
215.1
214.3
222.8
2012-2013
20.9
21.5
20.1
Grade 7
219
222.5
218.2
228.2
2013-2014
21.0
21.7
22.1
Grade 8
225.2
231
221.2
232.8
Grade 9
224.4
235.3
221.9
234.9
Grade 10
230.8
237.2
223.4
235.5
Cedar Bluffs School
National Average
Year
State Average 22.1
District Average 19.1
Nebraska State Assessment Results (NeSA) The Nebraska Department of Education annually assesses all public schools in the state of Nebraska. Cedar Bluffs Public School adheres to all statewide assessments testing 3rd through 8th and 11th grade students in reading and mathematics and 4th, 8th and 11th grade students in writing and 5th, 8th and 11th grade students in Science. Cedar Bluffs Public School is dedicated to improving all student test scores. In 2013-2014, there were complications with 8th & 11th writing scores, so all scores were thrown out.
READING Percentage of All Students Meeting or Exceeding the State Standard Grade 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 11th
2010-2011 District State Average 66.67% 70.96% 93.33% 75.40% 100% 70.01% 65.00% 73.73% 68.18% 73.88% 66.67% 71.46% 73.91% 67.34%
2011-2012 District State Average 92.31% 76.59% 75.00% 77.40% 78.57% 75.75% 84.62% 75.75% 73.91% 77.54% 81.82% 72.82% 50.00% 64.73%
2012-2013 District State Average 80% 78% 85% 79% 64% 79% 88% 77% 100% 80% 74% 77% 67% 67%
2013-2014 District State Average 79% 80% 78% 81% 58% 76% 64% 79% 71% 81% 78% 92% 61% 70%
MATH Percentage of All Students Meeting or Exceeding the State Standard Grade 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 11th
2010-2011 State District Average 50.00% 67.42% 86.67% 67.55% 53.85% 66.00% 45.00% 62.68% 77.27% 61.49% 73.33% 60.60% 43.38% 53.87%
2012-2013
2011-2012 District 69.23% 75.00% 50.00% 46.15% 47.83% 72.73% 61.54%
State Average 71.92% 71.80% 74.92% 67.55% 67.61% 61.78% 55.81%
District 93% 83% 43% 53% 56% 58% 61%
2013-2014
State Average 74% 73% 74% 67% 70% 66% 58%
District 73%
88% 75% 46% 59% 42% 56%
State Average 76% 77% 76% 72% 72% 66% 61%
WRITING Percentage of All Students Meeting or Exceeding the State Standard Grade th
4 8th 11th
2010-2011 State District Average 100% 89.03% 94.12% 89.75% NA NA
2012-2013 District State %/Score %/Score 79%/48 68%/44 39%/38 67%/45 53%/42 68%/45
2011-2012 District 100% 63.64% 48.15%
State Average 92.27% 64.15% 62.86%
2013-2014 District State %/Score %/Score 73%/44.93 69%/43.59 NA NA NA NA
SCIENCE Percentage of All Students Meeting or Exceeding the State Standard Grade 5th 8th 11th
District 85.71% 81.82% 65.38%
2011-2012 State Average 66.57% 67.64% 66.98%
2008-09
2012-2013 District % 43% 74% 78%
2013-2014 State % 68% 69% 73%
District % 67% 75% 78%
State % 72% 70% 75%
4-Year Cohort Graduation Rate 2009-10 2010-11
2011-12
2012-2013
2013-2014
Cedar Bluffs
100%
95.65%
94.44%
91.30%
86.96%
96.30%
State Average
88.82%
90.02%
85.95%
87.62%
87.93%
88.49%
IV.
School Improvement
Although Cedar Bluffs Public School has not met all AYP requirements of NCLB this past year, as educators our goal is that every child is proficient or advanced in meeting or exceeding all statewide assessments over grade level standards. To this end, we are constantly reviewing our curriculum, the assessment data and continually adjusting the instruction to meet all needs. Through a process of continually school improvement and professional development, the staff at Cedar Bluffs Public School believes in three overarching goals. First is to develop a “Kid First” approach, where all decisions will be made based on what is in the best interest of the students. Second is to foster an atmosphere of “Teaching and Learning” where all staff members feel they have ownership of student learning and are willing to grow as professionals. And third, Cedar Bluffs Public School will develop a culture of “High Expectations” in all we do, be it in the classroom, the court or the community; we will strive, as a district to excel. In 2013-2014 the school improvement goals were: All students will demonstrate improvement in personal responsibility across the curriculum. All students will improve reading comprehension & writing skills in all areas of the curriculum. All students will improve math skills in all areas of the curriculum.
Professional Development Cedar Bluffs Public School is committed to developing a strong and strategic professional development plan that includes Professional Learning Communities where staff members meet weekly to discuss student data and instructional planning. All staff are invited to attend the Wednesday morning technology trainings before school to further their understanding of technology that is conducted by the technology team. Furthermore, all staff members are required to be part of one of the school improvement committees reporting to the staff leadership team. The staff leadership team is a committee that guides the administration in making system wide changes to further the mission of the school. Staff members serving on the staff leadership team are voted on by other staff members. Other afternoons and mornings are set aside for regularly scheduled grade level and subject matter meetings. First-year teachers are given time away from the classroom to develop lessons, and observe other teachers and participate in a beginning teacher professional development conducted by ESU 2 once a month. Carrying on a tradition of helping new teachers through peer collaboration, veteran staff members are assigned as mentor teachers to guide new teachers. Cedar Bluffs Public School has developed a Mentor Advisee Period where our teachers will be mentors for students. This time will allow teachers to instruction students on social skills, character building, attendance, and grades. These groups will not only enhance our classroom knowledge but also help our students increase the soft skills needed in the workforce. Our primary focus on professional development for all teachers this past year was on Marzano Instruction skills and L to J curriculum design with an on-going commitment to increasing technology in the classroom.
Technology Integration Cedar Bluffs Public School has always been a leader in using technology to increase student achievement. To that end our school has adopted a 24/7 learning environment where every student K-5 will have their own Ipad, every 68th student will have their own laptop and every 9-12th student will have their own Laptop/Tablet. Interactive whiteboard are available for every staff member throughout the building and the school has a portable distance learning cart and a distance learning room where students have access to teachers throughout the state of Nebraska. Furthermore, each classroom is outfitted with projectors and speaker systems. The goal of the technology committee is to change the way teachers teach and students learn by becoming producers of technology rather than consumers, to that end the school did purchase a 3D printer. There are several Student Response Systems (SRS) that allow for student interaction that can be accessed by teachers.
V.
Reflections of the 2013-2014 School Year 2013-2014 Accomplishments
Student CB students committed to over 1,000 hours of community service 224 Student participated in Character Development 2 Students scored over 30 on the ACT 20 Students participated in the Pounding the Pavement Trip to Boston, Massachusetts 14 Students participated in the Community Wide Turkey Bingo 42 Student participated in the State FBLA conference 18 Students participated in the Salvation Army Bell Ringing 55 Students participated in the Community Wide Boo Bash 2 Students advanced to the National FBLA conference, 1 of those students ended up as top 10 in the Nation 10 Students participated in the Dodge & Saunders County Spelling Bee 22 Students participated in DARE 12 Students participated in the Saunders County Middle School Science Fair 25 Students displayed Artwork for the Conference 30 Students displayed Artwork in the Lincoln Downtown Art Show 24 Students baked & delivered goods to the Homeless shelter, Masonic Home, Crisis Center & Nursing Home 100% Graduation First Middle School Drama Performance
District #7 Ranked in the Nation for Technology Use – Center for Digital Education Little Wildcat Athletic – After School Program Object Based Report Cards in the Elementary 20 Students enrolled in Cedar Bluffs Montessori PreSchool with a waiting list of 15 Summer School for Academic Recovery and Enrichment Developed Weebly Sites for Teachers & Students 40 Teachers participated in NETA Technology Conference Middle School (6th through 8th) Science ranked 90th in the state out of 228 schools Math improvement in the elementary (3rd through 5th) ranked 48th in the state out of 248 schools Family Consumer Science classes for MS & HS in a Modified Block Schedule Added a Small Engines Class with Certification 79% of our 4th grade class was proficient or advanced in NeSA Writing Purchase of a 3D printer for student work 93% of our 3rd grade class was proficient or advanced in NeSA Math 100% of 7th Graders were Proficient or Advanced on NeSA Reading 34th Ranked in the State on NeSA Writing High School (11th grade) Science ranked 96th in the state of the 228 schools 17 graduates accumulated over $700,000 in College High School (11th grade) improvement rankings were: Scholarships Earned 43rd in reading, 73rd in math and 7th in science in the state out of 214 schools Student Accepted at Columbia University (New York) 2 Busses & 2 Vans purchased State Recognized Veterans Day Program Reconditioning and painting of Gym Floor Conference Volleyball Runner-up New LED lighting in the Gym Individual State Qualifier for Speech John Deere Tractor for Maintenance 6 All Area Girls & Boys Basketball Nominee Purchase of $30,000 in weight lifting equipment 2 All Area Girls Volleyball Painting of Stage, New curtains rd 3 Place State Cheer & Dance Indoor Digital Signage State Track Participant 4x1 Girls Relay Roof Replacement $400,000 State Track Participant 200m Girls State Track Participant Boys High Jump
Annual Report
The mission of the Cedar Bluffs Public Schools: Is to challenge all students to acquire the skills and knowledge essential for success to become productive, responsible, citizens in a global society by providing educational experiences and opportunities.
Board Members President Tom Kruse Vice President Tim Shanahan Members Dennis Bittner Deb Radenslaben Garlyn Grosse Debbie Vacha
110 East Main St. Cedar Bluffs, Ne 68015 Superintendent: Mr. Harlan Ptomey Supt. Phone 402-628-2080 | Fax 402-628-2108
www.cedarbluffsschools.or g
I.
Demographics Report
Student enrollment numbers over the past 10 years have declined slightly. However it must be noted that in 1985-86 the enrollment was 198, seeing a resurgence in 1996-97 to 328. Cedar Bluffs Public School enrollment is greatly affected by option enrollment numbers. In 2013-14, option enrollment numbers were approximately 74 students PK-12. Grade by Grade Membership Year
PK
KG
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
11th
12th
Total
2004-2005
0
25
19
14
12
26
16
14
21
20
24
31
21
25
268
2005-2006
0
13
26
16
13
11
27
16
16
24
21
24
31
22
260
2006-2007
0
12
14
21
20
14
13
28
18
16
25
21
23
32
257
2007-2008
0
10
9
14
21
20
16
15
28
18
18
28
24
18
239
2008-2009
0
7
14
10
13
21
21
17
15
28
20
20
24
17
227
2009-2010
1
12
9
13
11
14
20
21
18
13
28
22
18
23
223
2010-2011
2
11
14
10
11
15
14
21
24
18
21
28
21
19
229
2011-2012
1
17
9
14
12
13
14
12
21
22
18
19
28
22
222
2012-2013
3
13
17
13
14
13
12
17
11
18
24
17
18
26
216
2013-2014
19
12
14
17
14
14
12
13
17
11
19
26
17
18
223
2013-2014 Student Demographics Characteristic
State
District
Eligible for Free & Reduced
44.93%
42.60%
English Language Learner
6.04%
0%
Qualifies for Special Education
15.74%
10.29%
Drop Out Rate
1.11
0.00
High Ability Learner
15.19%
23.04%
2013-2014 Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity Race & Ethnicity 2011-12 2012-13 2013-14 Native American/ Alaskan Asian African American/ Black Hispanic Pacific Islander White
1
1
1
0
0
1
1
3
4
4 0 216
5 2 205
9 3 205
In 2013-2014 Cedar Bluffs Public School has 100% of their teachers that meet NCLB definition of “Highly Qualified”. Furthermore, according to the Nebraska Department of Education’s Rule 10 requirements, Cedar Bluffs Public School meets all teacher training qualifications. Total Teacher FTE
Total Teacher Count with Masters Degrees
Percentage of Teacher Count with Master's Degrees
Average Years of Experience
Years
State
District
State
District
State
District
State
District
2009-2010
24,467.68
18.25
11,207
8
44.10%
42.11%
15.26
19.16
2010-2011
24,633.92
18.35
11,692
10
45.72%
50.00%
15.24
18.70
2011-2012
24,131.83
18.80
11,889
10
47.46%
50.00%
15.19
19.70
2012-2013
24,253.79
19.05
12,401
12
49.27%
60.00%
15.03
19.80
2013-2014
22,302.34
21.00
11,878
9
51.73%
40.91%
14.56
16.95
Cedar Bluffs State Average
2004-05 95.28 94.60
2005-06 95.56 94.93
2006-07 95.08 94.77
Attendance Rate 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 94.88 94.95 90.34 94.72 94.86 94.77
2010-11 95.53 95.18
2011-12 95.17 95.55
2012-13 95.53 95.30
2013-14 95.63 95.18
II.
Financial Report
Cedar Bluffs Public School board and administration understands its fiduciary responsibility to the patrons of the district and continually evaluates and monitors expenditures and revenue with a long term goal of remaining financially stable and reducing taxes when applicable. In 2013-2014, the school board reduced taxes by another cent moving the levy to under $1.20 for the first time since the loss of District 11 lands. Year 2004-2005
Cedar Bluffs Public School District Certified Land Valuations Percentage Change
Determined by Legislation State Aid Change
Per $100 Tax Levy Change
$200,035,093.00
7.88%
$76,889.00
-$34,718.00
1.1580
-0.0258
2005-2006
$206,087,154.00
3.03%
$7,360.00
-$69,529.00
1.1577
-0.0003
2006-2007*
$122,420,993.00
-40.60%
$497,095.00
$489,735.00
1.3673
0.2096
2007-2008
$125,594,671.00
2.59%
$711,442.00
$214,347.00
1.3629
-0.0044
2008-2009
$137,784,891.00
9.71%
$394,783.00
-$316,659.00
1.3089
-0.0540
2009-2010
$153,426,261.00
11.35%
$764,640.00
$369,857.00
1.2760
-0.0329
2010-2011
$157,422,712.00
2.60%
$434,570.00
-$330,070.00
1.2739
-0.0021
2011-2012
$176,566,722.00 $200,600,887.00 $236,204,698.00
12.16% 13.61% 17.75%
$531,008.00
$96,438.00
$396,943.00
-$134,065.00
1.2489 1.2092 1.1997
-0.0250 -0.0397 -0.0095
2012-2013 2013-2014
$409,962.00 $13,019.00 *Loss of District 11 to Fremont (LB 106) in 2006-2007. From 2006-2013 Certified Land Valuations have increased a total of 92.94%.
III.
Academic Report
In 2012-2013, Cedar Bluffs Public school began a new era of measurements and data usage by changing from the Terra Nova tests to the MAP (Measures of Academy Progress) test. The MAP testing provides a strong correlation to the state NeSA testing as well as providing in-depth data that will help drive teacher instruction. And because MAP is a computer based system, unlike NeSA it provides immediate feedback for our teachers. Cedar Bluffs Public School provides access to John Baylor Test Prep both at school and at home for students to get additional support for the ACT Test. Cedar Bluffs Public School teachers and administrators understand its responsibility to the patrons of the district and strive to increase knowledge and student retention through implementation of school improvement programs and professional development that provide a rigorous curriculum through interactive instruction. Cedar Bluffs Public School currently pays $600 per year for junior and senior students to access college credit classes and a typical student of Cedar Bluffs Public School will accumulate more than 18 college credits upon graduation.
ACT Scores
National Standardized Test (MAP) (Winter) 2013-2014
Average Composite Score (Act Range: 1-36)
Reading
Math
Reading
Math
2008-2009
National Average 21.1
Grade 3
199.2
195.8
194.6
198.5
2009-2010
21.0
22.1
20.8
Grade 4
203.9
203.8
203.2
208.7
2010-2011
21.1
22.1
21.1
Grade 5
215.5
214.1
209.8
217.8
2011-2012
21.1
22.0
20.4
Grade 6
214.5
215.1
214.3
222.8
2012-2013
20.9
21.5
20.1
Grade 7
219
222.5
218.2
228.2
2013-2014
21.0
21.7
22.1
Grade 8
225.2
231
221.2
232.8
Grade 9
224.4
235.3
221.9
234.9
Grade 10
230.8
237.2
223.4
235.5
Cedar Bluffs School
National Average
Year
State Average 22.1
District Average 19.1
Nebraska State Assessment Results (NeSA) The Nebraska Department of Education annually assesses all public schools in the state of Nebraska. Cedar Bluffs Public School adheres to all statewide assessments testing 3rd through 8th and 11th grade students in reading and mathematics and 4th, 8th and 11th grade students in writing and 5th, 8th and 11th grade students in Science. Cedar Bluffs Public School is dedicated to improving all student test scores. In 2013-2014, there were complications with 8th & 11th writing scores, so all scores were thrown out.
READING Percentage of All Students Meeting or Exceeding the State Standard Grade 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 11th
2010-2011 District State Average 66.67% 70.96% 93.33% 75.40% 100% 70.01% 65.00% 73.73% 68.18% 73.88% 66.67% 71.46% 73.91% 67.34%
2011-2012 District State Average 92.31% 76.59% 75.00% 77.40% 78.57% 75.75% 84.62% 75.75% 73.91% 77.54% 81.82% 72.82% 50.00% 64.73%
2012-2013 District State Average 80% 78% 85% 79% 64% 79% 88% 77% 100% 80% 74% 77% 67% 67%
2013-2014 District State Average 79% 80% 78% 81% 58% 76% 64% 79% 71% 81% 78% 92% 61% 70%
MATH Percentage of All Students Meeting or Exceeding the State Standard Grade 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 11th
2010-2011 State District Average 50.00% 67.42% 86.67% 67.55% 53.85% 66.00% 45.00% 62.68% 77.27% 61.49% 73.33% 60.60% 43.38% 53.87%
2012-2013
2011-2012 District 69.23% 75.00% 50.00% 46.15% 47.83% 72.73% 61.54%
State Average 71.92% 71.80% 74.92% 67.55% 67.61% 61.78% 55.81%
District 93% 83% 43% 53% 56% 58% 61%
2013-2014
State Average 74% 73% 74% 67% 70% 66% 58%
District 73%
88% 75% 46% 59% 42% 56%
State Average 76% 77% 76% 72% 72% 66% 61%
WRITING Percentage of All Students Meeting or Exceeding the State Standard Grade th
4 8th 11th
2010-2011 State District Average 100% 89.03% 94.12% 89.75% NA NA
2012-2013 District State %/Score %/Score 79%/48 68%/44 39%/38 67%/45 53%/42 68%/45
2011-2012 District 100% 63.64% 48.15%
State Average 92.27% 64.15% 62.86%
2013-2014 District State %/Score %/Score 73%/44.93 69%/43.59 NA NA NA NA
SCIENCE Percentage of All Students Meeting or Exceeding the State Standard Grade 5th 8th 11th
District 85.71% 81.82% 65.38%
2011-2012 State Average 66.57% 67.64% 66.98%
2008-09
2012-2013 District % 43% 74% 78%
2013-2014 State % 68% 69% 73%
District % 67% 75% 78%
State % 72% 70% 75%
4-Year Cohort Graduation Rate 2009-10 2010-11
2011-12
2012-2013
2013-2014
Cedar Bluffs
100%
95.65%
94.44%
91.30%
86.96%
96.30%
State Average
88.82%
90.02%
85.95%
87.62%
87.93%
88.49%
IV.
School Improvement
Although Cedar Bluffs Public School has not met all AYP requirements of NCLB this past year, as educators our goal is that every child is proficient or advanced in meeting or exceeding all statewide assessments over grade level standards. To this end, we are constantly reviewing our curriculum, the assessment data and continually adjusting the instruction to meet all needs. Through a process of continually school improvement and professional development, the staff at Cedar Bluffs Public School believes in three overarching goals. First is to develop a “Kid First” approach, where all decisions will be made based on what is in the best interest of the students. Second is to foster an atmosphere of “Teaching and Learning” where all staff members feel they have ownership of student learning and are willing to grow as professionals. And third, Cedar Bluffs Public School will develop a culture of “High Expectations” in all we do, be it in the classroom, the court or the community; we will strive, as a district to excel. In 2013-2014 the school improvement goals were: All students will demonstrate improvement in personal responsibility across the curriculum. All students will improve reading comprehension & writing skills in all areas of the curriculum. All students will improve math skills in all areas of the curriculum.
Professional Development Cedar Bluffs Public School is committed to developing a strong and strategic professional development plan that includes Professional Learning Communities where staff members meet weekly to discuss student data and instructional planning. All staff are invited to attend the Wednesday morning technology trainings before school to further their understanding of technology that is conducted by the technology team. Furthermore, all staff members are required to be part of one of the school improvement committees reporting to the staff leadership team. The staff leadership team is a committee that guides the administration in making system wide changes to further the mission of the school. Staff members serving on the staff leadership team are voted on by other staff members. Other afternoons and mornings are set aside for regularly scheduled grade level and subject matter meetings. First-year teachers are given time away from the classroom to develop lessons, and observe other teachers and participate in a beginning teacher professional development conducted by ESU 2 once a month. Carrying on a tradition of helping new teachers through peer collaboration, veteran staff members are assigned as mentor teachers to guide new teachers. Cedar Bluffs Public School has developed a Mentor Advisee Period where our teachers will be mentors for students. This time will allow teachers to instruction students on social skills, character building, attendance, and grades. These groups will not only enhance our classroom knowledge but also help our students increase the soft skills needed in the workforce. Our primary focus on professional development for all teachers this past year was on Marzano Instruction skills and L to J curriculum design with an on-going commitment to increasing technology in the classroom.
Technology Integration Cedar Bluffs Public School has always been a leader in using technology to increase student achievement. To that end our school has adopted a 24/7 learning environment where every student K-5 will have their own Ipad, every 68th student will have their own laptop and every 9-12th student will have their own Laptop/Tablet. Interactive whiteboard are available for every staff member throughout the building and the school has a portable distance learning cart and a distance learning room where students have access to teachers throughout the state of Nebraska. Furthermore, each classroom is outfitted with projectors and speaker systems. The goal of the technology committee is to change the way teachers teach and students learn by becoming producers of technology rather than consumers, to that end the school did purchase a 3D printer. There are several Student Response Systems (SRS) that allow for student interaction that can be accessed by teachers.
V.
Reflections of the 2013-2014 School Year 2013-2014 Accomplishments
Student CB students committed to over 1,000 hours of community service 224 Student participated in Character Development 2 Students scored over 30 on the ACT 20 Students participated in the Pounding the Pavement Trip to Boston, Massachusetts 14 Students participated in the Community Wide Turkey Bingo 42 Student participated in the State FBLA conference 18 Students participated in the Salvation Army Bell Ringing 55 Students participated in the Community Wide Boo Bash 2 Students advanced to the National FBLA conference, 1 of those students ended up as top 10 in the Nation 10 Students participated in the Dodge & Saunders County Spelling Bee 22 Students participated in DARE 12 Students participated in the Saunders County Middle School Science Fair 25 Students displayed Artwork for the Conference 30 Students displayed Artwork in the Lincoln Downtown Art Show 24 Students baked & delivered goods to the Homeless shelter, Masonic Home, Crisis Center & Nursing Home 100% Graduation First Middle School Drama Performance
District #7 Ranked in the Nation for Technology Use – Center for Digital Education Little Wildcat Athletic – After School Program Object Based Report Cards in the Elementary 20 Students enrolled in Cedar Bluffs Montessori PreSchool with a waiting list of 15 Summer School for Academic Recovery and Enrichment Developed Weebly Sites for Teachers & Students 40 Teachers participated in NETA Technology Conference Middle School (6th through 8th) Science ranked 90th in the state out of 228 schools Math improvement in the elementary (3rd through 5th) ranked 48th in the state out of 248 schools Family Consumer Science classes for MS & HS in a Modified Block Schedule Added a Small Engines Class with Certification 79% of our 4th grade class was proficient or advanced in NeSA Writing Purchase of a 3D printer for student work 93% of our 3rd grade class was proficient or advanced in NeSA Math 100% of 7th Graders were Proficient or Advanced on NeSA Reading 34th Ranked in the State on NeSA Writing High School (11th grade) Science ranked 96th in the state of the 228 schools 17 graduates accumulated over $700,000 in College High School (11th grade) improvement rankings were: Scholarships Earned 43rd in reading, 73rd in math and 7th in science in the state out of 214 schools Student Accepted at Columbia University (New York) 2 Busses & 2 Vans purchased State Recognized Veterans Day Program Reconditioning and painting of Gym Floor Conference Volleyball Runner-up New LED lighting in the Gym Individual State Qualifier for Speech John Deere Tractor for Maintenance 6 All Area Girls & Boys Basketball Nominee Purchase of $30,000 in weight lifting equipment 2 All Area Girls Volleyball Painting of Stage, New curtains rd 3 Place State Cheer & Dance Indoor Digital Signage State Track Participant 4x1 Girls Relay Roof Replacement $400,000 State Track Participant 200m Girls State Track Participant Boys High Jump
