Ralph Talbot Elementary School

School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update

School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #1 - Student Belonging

Successes and Strengths

School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026

• Spring 2025 Panorama Survey:

75 % of students reported feeling positive emotions frequently

71 % of students reported feeling positively about their social awareness skills

92% of students reported having supportive relationships

• All students took part in school wide activity of “The Best Part Of Me”, which was showcased at Open House
• Reverse Inclusion opportunities to connect students

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #1 - Student Belonging

School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026

School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #1 - Student Belonging

Areas Of Focus for 2025/2026:

• Increase students’ ability to regulate their emotions

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• Increase the number of students who report feeling a Sense Of Belonging

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #1 - Student Belonging

Action Steps:

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• Daily Social Emotional Learning Block for all grades using the Second Step Curriculum and the Panorama Playbook

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• Professional Development focused on student belonging, Second Step, and Panorama Playbook

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• PBIS Assemblies with a different SEL theme each month including belonging and emotional regulation

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #2 - Student Achievement

Successes and Strengths

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• 69% of 3rd grade students scored in the Meeting/Exceeding Expectations (At/Above grade level) range in ELA (State 43%)

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• 65% of 4th grade students scored in the Meeting/Exceeding Expectations (At/Above grade level) range in Math (State 43%)

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #2 - Student Achievement

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GRADE 3 MCAS ELA

GRADE 3 MCAS MATH

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #2 - Student Achievement

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GRADE 4 MCAS ELA

GRADE 4 MCAS MATH

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #2 - Student Achievement

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GRADE 5 MCAS ELA

GRADE 5 MCAS SCIENCE

GRADE 5 MCAS MATH

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #2 - Student Achievement

Areas Of Focus

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• Increase number of 4th/5th grade students scoring in the Exceeding Expectations range
• Increase Grade 5 ELA/MATH/SCIENCE Scores to be equal to or above state scores
• Collaboration among grade levels to share effective instructional strategies
• Deepen understanding of and prepare for MCAS Alt (3 students)

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #2 - Student Achievement

Action Steps

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• Ensure school schedule allows for co-teaching opportunities and targeted interventions
• Grade Level Inclusion Check Ins
• Early Literacy Screeners/Amplify Tutoring
• Professional Development opportunities focused on high-quality math instruction
• Professional Development for MCAS ALT

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #3 - Family & Community Partnerships

Successes And Strengths

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• Sunday Newsletter averages 495 views per week
• 90% of classroom teachers/service providers utilize digital communications that provide families instant updates i.e. Class dojo, Seesaw, Talking Points, Remind, etc
• All RISE classrooms participate in Swim With A Friend, partnering with MDC and community volunteers
• Parent Council provides opportunities for families to connect with each other through activities including: BINGO Nights, Trunk or Treat, Spring Fling Special Person Dance, Spring Clean up/Yard Sale

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #3 - Family & Community Partnerships

Areas of Focus

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• Increase and strengthen collaborative efforts between schools, families, and the broader community to support students' educational, emotional, and social development

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• Provide diverse methods of communication allowing families and community members to have direct, consistent interactions with the school staff, which will lead to positive outcomes for students

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #3 - Family & Community Partnerships

Action Steps

• Host informational meetings for families regarding Early Literacy Screening, Amplify Tutoring, and MCAS Alt
• Promote Family Engagement events with Parent Council
• Provide staff development on inclusive practices
• Teacher/Principal Shout Outs to families

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School Improvement Plan 2023 - 2026 Update�

Improvement Area #3 - Family & Community Partnerships

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