School Improvement Plan

RMHS’ 2026-2027

Presented By: Dr. Keil Dawson

School Improvement Team Members

• Keil Dawson (Principal, elected 2024)
• Michael Crosby (Assistant Principal)
• James Williams (Assistant Principal)
• Tiffany Spivey (Teacher)
• Kenneth Arrington (Teacher)
• Dana Barlow(Teacher)
• Andrew Hoffman (Teacher)
• Suzanne Swaby-Gordon (Teacher)
• Vicki Marrow (CIS)
• Juanita Davis (Teacher)
• Leon Dockery (Teacher)
• Shira Parrish (Guidance Counselor)
• James Crumel(Teacher)
• TJ Walker (Parent)

Vision��Rocky Mount High School will empower every student to reach their full potential and prepare them for success in an ever changing world.

Mission�

Rocky Mount High School commits to cultivating an inclusive educational environment where every student is empowered by way of support, innovation, and rigor.

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Student Demographics��

• Black: 710 (355 Males and 355 Females)�
• White: 68 (45 Males and 23 Females)�
• Asian: 7 (5 Males and 2 Females)�
• Hispanic: 99 (50 Males and 49 Females)�
• Two or more: 41 (26 Males and 15 Females)�
• American Indians: 2 (1 Male and 1 Female)�
• Native Hawaiian or Other: 2 (1 Male and 1 Female) �
• Number of Students
• Current enrollment is 929
• 9th Graders = 262: (145 Males and 117 Females)
• 10th Graders = 216: (110 Males and 106 Females)
• 11th Graders = 232: (115 Males and 117 Females)
• 12th Graders = 219: (113 Males and 106 Females)

Staff Demographics

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• BTs
• Currently we have a total of 9-BTs��
• Teachers and years of experience
• Certified: 60
• Classified: 5
• Vacancies: 1 (CTE)��
• EC Numbers
• 167 Exceptional Children

Data Analysis –Academic Performance

Goal 1: Academics

By June 2029, Rocky Mount High School will increase student proficiency by at least 5 percentage points annually across all state-tested subject areas and student subgroups, as measured by state assessments. Over the five-year period, this will result in a minimum total gain of 25 percentage points in proficiency.

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(Indicators: A1.06, A2.04, A4.01,

B2.03, B3.03, C2.01 and D1.02)

Goal 1: Academic Strategies

• Provide targeted in-school interventions and enrichments to meet individual student needs.�
• Increase student engagement and achievement through culturally responsive and explicit instruction.�
• Strengthen PLC structures to promote instruction collaboration and student learning by utilizing the MCL�
• Build staff capacity through targeted professional development.
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• Implement and analyze common formative assessments to drive instruction.�
• Align instructional planning and delivery to standards and assessment rigor.�
• Increase instructional rigor and student engagement through classroom observations and support.

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Goal 1: Academic Progress Monitoring Plan

How we will measure for Progress?

• Subgroup Monitoring especially for SWD�
• Content PLCs and Data Meetings�
• Utilizing WIN Time (What Individuals Need) to meet learners’ needs�
• Lesson Plan feedback�
• Walkthroughs

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• Administer district benchmarks (NC-Check-ins; twice a semester)�
• EVAAS data�
• Common Formative Assessments data �
• Classroom-Level Formative Data (exit tickets, writing samples, etc.)

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Goal 2: Attendance

Rocky Mount High School will increase overall student attendance by 5% from 2024 to 2029 through targeted interventions, regular data monitoring, and proactive engagement with students and families to reduce chronic absenteeism and lower the dropout rate.

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(Indicators: A4.16, B3.05, E1.06 and C3.04)

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Goal 2: Attendance Strategies

• Use data systems to monitor and address attendance trends�
• Implement a tiered attendance intervention system.�
• Build strong relationships to increase student connection and belonging.�
• Strengthen family and community partnerships to support attendance.�
• Motivate students through recognition and incentives�
• Cultivate a positive school climate that encourages daily attendance.

Goal 2: �Attendance

Progress Monitoring Plan

How we will measure for Progress?

• Monthly tracking�
• Attendance team monitoring and meeting minutes�
• Intervention and communication logs�
• Panorama survey data

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Goal 3: Behavior

By June 2029, Rocky Mount High School will reduce classroom discipline referrals by a total of 10% over five years, through the development of a positive school climate that prioritizes students’ social-emotional well-being, maintains a strong focus on school safety, and ensures the ongoing training and support of faculty and staff in proactive behavior management strategies.

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(Indicators: A1.07, A4.06, A4.21 and C2.01)

Goal 3: Behavior Strategies

• Implement a Multi-Tiered System of Supports for Behavior�
• Improve Staff Capacity in Proactive Classroom Management�
• Foster a Positive and Inclusive School Climate�
• Expand Social-Emotional Learning and Mental Health Supports�
• Strengthen Student-Staff Relationships and Mentorship Structures�
• Use Data to Monitor Behavior Trends and Guide Interventions

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Goal 3: Behavior

Progress Monitoring Plan �How we will measure for Progress?

• Tier Tracking Spreadsheet�
• Intervention Logs�
• PD Attendance Tracker�
• Walkthrough Feedback�
• Panorama Survey�

• PBIS Rewards�
• ODR�
• Lesson Plans that Reflects SELs�
• Counselors Lesson Plans�
• Attendance Meeting Agendas

Family Engagement Plan

Spring Event: Curriculum Night

• Purpose: To engage families with school’s curriculum, showcase student learning and build understanding of academic expectations for the next school year.�
• Date/Time: TBD�
• Activities:
• Presentations from all departments on curriculum highlights
• Student work displays
• Interactive stations
• Academic expectations
• Community support displays�
• Goals:
• 50% family attendance
• Families report increased understanding of curriculum on post-event survey

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Fall Event: Report Card Pickup & Parent Portal Activation

• Purpose: To review student progress with families and ensure all parents have access to the district’s online Parent Portal for ongoing monitoring.�
• Date/Time: Thursday, October 15, 2026 - 3pm - 6pm
• Activities:
• One-on-one teacher conferences
• On-site Parent Portal activation support
• Resource table with academic tips and school contacts
• Goals:
• 50% of families attend Report Card Pickup
• At least an additional 50% Parent Portal activation rate

This plan outlines two key family engagement events aimed at fostering strong school-home partnerships, improving academic communication, and increasing access to student progress tools. Here is the link to the actual plan: Family Engagement Plan

Professional Development Plan: Outline