Proposed Next Steps & Planning

• Mathematics
• Summer work for elementary math to include narrowing to two to three core resources to pilot in the Fall and identify curriculum for non-piloting teachers
• Summer professional learning for teachers focused on instructional approaches to support students’ conceptual and skill (CCSS) development
• Expand parent communication methods related to math curriculum and instruction
• Literacy
• Summer professional learning for teachers focused on instructional approaches to support phonics instruction, comprehension, learning progressions, and learning experience planning
• Review materials to support grammar and word study instruction at grades 6-8. Conduct trials and gather feedback.
• Support teachers in the implementation of new 2nd Grade Units of Study in Phonics resource
• Expand use of the data from reading & writing common assessments

BOE Feedback & Questions

Current Actions

• Mathematics
• Elementary Math Sub-committee has developed evaluation criteria and is reviewing and evaluating core and supplemental resources to pilot in the Fall
• JH Math Sub-committee work includes refining scope and sequence with alignment to resources
• Developed new common math assessments in grades 2-8 that simulate standardized assessments
• Implemented Bridges Intervention and Numeracy Framework to support math intervention
• Literacy
• Jr. High Literacy Committee formed, and working on identified priorities (scope and sequence, workshop launches, rubrics, grammar, vocabulary, book selection)
• Elementary- new phonics resource implemented at primary grades K-1, and for some K-3 students with reading disabilities
• Implemented new common reading assessments in grades 3-8 that simulate standardized assessments

Proposed Next Steps & Planning

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• Science/Social Science
• Form a K-8 Science curriculum review committee starting in fall of 2019
• Identify a leader to facilitate the science curriculum review process
• Create a scope and sequence of the critical social science skills for 6-8 social science
• Revise and enhance elementary science and social science learning experiences in preparation for 2019-2020 school year
• Language Acquisition
• Implementation of recommendations of the Content Allocation Committee
• Rollout of Dual Language Parent Handbook
• Continue to address themes in feedback from Dual Language discussion groups
• Expand the menu of options for Dual Language student integration options and work with each school to outline a plan

Current Actions

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• Science/Social Science
• Jr. High Science subcommittee has identified needs and priorities and developed a timeline for K-8 science curriculum review
• Jr. High Social Science subcommittee has identified needs and priorities and is looking at supplemental resources to expand availability of social science text materials and to focus on skills
• Language Acquisition
• Content Allocation Committee formed to evaluate and adjust the content allocation based on staff feedback
• Developed new videos and parent handbook for dual language
• Ongoing additions of language acquisition elements to curriculum
• Researching primary Spanish phonics program to complement the new English phonics program

BOE Feedback & Questions

Proposed Next Steps & Planning

• Form an Intervention Committee to strengthen the Tier 2 intervention and implementation process, address dual language considerations, and clarify structures specific to Tier 2 math at the elementary and junior high level
• Continue to research additional research-based resources for Tier 3 instruction (individualized intervention)
• Expand MTSS process to include planning for enrichment and acceleration needs
• Provide structure for common assessment review and discussion within MTSS grade level meetings
• Increase district team review of benchmark data in order to differentiate district support provided to buildings

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Current Actions

• Synergy teams review their benchmark data and plan for areas of improvement
• Grade level teams review student data and plan for student instruction/interventions at MTSS meetings every 4 weeks.
• Continuums of support and intervention are used for math, literacy, and behavior intervention planning (multiple tier 2 options)
• Evaluation of intervention progress (progress monitoring) occurs every 6-8 weeks
• Tier 3 problem-solving occurs as needed
• Parent communication letters and procedures for intervention
• District studies benchmark data to identify priority pockets to provide targeted support (professional learning, resources, etc.)

BOE Feedback & Questions

Proposed Next Steps & Planning

• Suggest including an Assessment Objective in the Strategic Plan
• Facilitate a process that results in outlining/updating a comprehensive assessment plan based on identifying and focusing the data collection, reporting & analysis process
• Develop/update a standardized reporting format & timeline to review and share assessment information with the BOE
• Ensure alignment of the assessment structures & processes with the MTSS calendar, PLT structure, & ALT schedule to coordinate the regular review, analysis, and usage of data & evidence at the district, school, grade level, & classroom level during 2019.20
• Support the expansion and implementation of common assessments with the Instruction Department
• Continue to build assessment literacy and a data-driven culture across the organization through training, support, & modeling of assessment practices
• Continue to research data warehousing & reporting systems

Current Actions

• State Testing is complete & the feedback has been positive on our preparation & implementation efforts
• Provide data and analysis to support identification of “priority pockets” to inform fall instructional planning and rapid intervention needs
• Support & Facilitate the Spring Benchmarking Process
• Compile & coordinate the distribution of student data reports sent home with report cards on 6.5.19
• Complete the initial data analysis and provide the District and Schools with “data packages” that include; benchmark proficiency levels & fall to spring growth data by grade level, program, sub-groups, etc. (Winter 2018.19)
• Facilitate and support the review & analysis of data at the district and department level for 2019.20 planning
• Complete State Testing & ESSA analysis and reporting drafts as data becomes available and are finalized
• Begin to compile data & update the student growth report for BOE review in July (2018 SGR)
• Rollover & update student assessment databases

BOE Feedback & Questions

Proposed Next Steps & Planning

Communication Planning

• Continue working with the Communications Committee to determine long-term communications goals
• Include staff and parents in communication planning both at a district level and at a school level
• Plan educational forum and similar events to host in person informational meetings in both formal and informal settings
• Update district crisis communications plan
• Implement text messaging system for communication with parents
• Focus on building effective classroom to parent communications vehicles and strategies
• Continue to build on feedback received from all audiences for improvement and effective communications at all levels

Current Actions

Current Status

• Communication Progress Accomplished
• CCSD59 Brand Guide
• CCSD59 Strategy & Guidelines for Communications
• CCSD59 Website Redesign
• New Features for curriculum, front page panels, news feed, and At a Glance
• Transition from CCSD59 Magazine to Quarterly Newsletter
• Social Media Accounts Updated
• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• eNewsletters
• Board Updates following BoE Meetings
• Monthly General Updates
• News Stories
• School Communications as noted in Strategy and Guidelines

BOE Feedback & Questions

Proposed Next Steps & Planning

• Finance:
• Presentation to BOE of FY20 Tentative Budget on 6.10.19
• Recommendation of approval of FY20 Budget on 8.12.19
• Completion of certified staff negotiations
• Facilities:
• Begin planning and prioritizing for the implementation of CCSD59 Five Year Facilities Plan
• Completion of summer, 2019 Capital Improvement Projects and maintenance projects
• Explore options of subscribing to a app to enable staff to have CCSD59 Crisis Plan on cell phones/electronic devices
• Cameras - install additional school interior vestibule & exterior cameras, explore law enforcement access to cameras
• Continued communications and staff training of the implementation of CCSD59 Crisis Plan
• Gather, share and discuss information about obtaining JHS SROs
• Safety training and planning

Current Actions

• Finance:
• Finalizing FY20 Tentative Budget
• Continuation of the certified staff negotiations
• Facilities:
• With Arcon’s (architect) assistance, the CCSD59 Five Year Facilities Plan has been updated
• Planning is complete for the approved Capital Improvement Projects and maintenance projects scheduled for the summer, 2019
• Implemented Options Based approach for active shooter incidents
• Ninety District-wide Drills have been accomplished in the 2018-19 school year
• Principal attendance in the EGV Back to School meeting to discuss safety protocol
• Hosted annual Crisis Plan Review meeting
• Mt. Prospect, Arlington Heights and EGV schools have had their panic/hold up buttons directly connected to municipality dispatch centers

BOE Feedback & Questions