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Nash Early College High School

2026-2027

Presented By: Dr. T. McGeachy

Date: 1 October 2026

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�School Improvement Team Members

Team members were elected on: 20 May 2026

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Team Members:

Mr. Larry Black (Chair) Mr. Jeff White (Dist.Coach)

Mrs. Sarah Miller (Vice-Chair)

Mrs. Alicia Abeja (Process Manager)

Ms. Amy Kirkwood

Ms. Phateja Cogdell

SGA President (Scholar Rep.)

Mr. Ronald Edge (Parent Rep.)

Dr. T. McGeachy

Dr. Roy Henderson

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Vision and Mission

Mission:

NECHS supports scholars as they SOAR to new heights by:

  • Inspiring commitment to personal excellence and embracing challenges as opportunities for growth.
  • Empowering scholars to make meaningful contributions to their communities by embodying leadership rooted in empathy, respect, and inclusion.
  • Supporting scholars in developing self-awareness and personal responsibility as they advocate for their needs, uphold their commitments, and lead with purpose.

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Vision:

Nash Early College High School believes every scholar has the power to:

Strive: We will give our best every day.

Overcome: We will face challenges with courage.

Advocate: We will use our voice to champion what is right.

Represent: We will demonstrate Eagle pride every day.

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Current School Profile

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Academic Performance

SPG INDICATOR

%Proficiency /CCR

BIOLOGY

94% / 77%

ENG 2

99% / 81%

M1

90% / 30%

M3

100% / 96%

CGR

100%

ECHS is ranked 58th out of 2,585 schools based on SPG

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�Goal 1

By June 2027, EOC Proficiency will remain at 90% or higher and CCR percentages will be 80% or higher.

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Aligned with:

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  • NCPS Strategic Pillar (Academic Success)
  • NC Star Indicator A1.06 (Student Academic Success)

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Goal 1 – Strategies

  • Administrators conduct Classroom Walkthroughs 3 x daily
  • Teachers include Explicit Instruction protocols as part of their PDP
  • Emphasis placed on the Anticipatory Set of the NCPS Instructional

Framework

  • Focus on ACT Prep during Bridge Enhancement classes
  • Teachers emphasize rigor & relevance during lesson plan preparation
  • PLCs focus on CCR
  • Use of Student Data Trackers

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Goal 1-Progress Monitoring Plan �How we will measure for Progress?

  • Benchmark & teacher-made assessments
  • Student Data Tracker sheets
  • Monitoring grades in IC
  • Classroom Walkthroughs
  • Monitoring Lesson Plans & cross-referencing with classroom observations
  • Fall & Spring EOC results
  • Monitoring daily attendance

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�Goal 2

By June 2027, ECHS will conduct a minimum of 12 events that promote social/emotional competency through rituals and routines.

Aligned with:

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  • NCPS Strategic Pillar (Academic Success)
  • NC Star Indicator A4.04.(School promotes social/emotional competency through rituals/routines)

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Goal 2 – Strategies

  • Annual Celebration on the Lawn
  • Staff/Student Athletic Competitions (Epic Kickball)
  • Student of the Month Recognition Program
  • Student Expression Board and Class Hallway
  • Peer Group Connections (PGC) Program & sponsored events
  • School Club Events
  • Themed Spirit Weeks
  • Cultural Heritage Months & programs
  • PBIS Events
  • School “Welcome Committee” & ABC Committee
  • Transition Team input
  • Combined College Visits and Senior Trips (CITI & ECHS)

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Goal 2-Progress Monitoring Plan �How we will measure for Progress?

  • Attendance Sheets

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  • Video/Picture Artifacts

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  • Documented submissions for “Scholar of the Month”

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  • Qualitative Survey input from the Transition Team

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  • Qualitative Scholar Survey Data

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�Goal 3

By December 2027, ECHS will increase school story posts in Class Dojo from 19% to 50%.

Aligned with:

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  • NCPS Strategic Pillars (Academic Success & Healthy, Safe, Learning Environment)
  • NC Star Indicator E1.06(The school regularly communicates with parents/guardians)

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Goal 3 – Strategies

  • School Receptionist trained by Caroline Aycock
  • Teachers provide pictures & artifacts that are posted to Class Dojo & social media platforms
  • Representative from the SIT participates as part of the NCPS Parent Engagement Committee

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Goal 3-Progress Monitoring Plan �How we will measure for Progress?

  • Monitoring the District Usage Report Prepared by Mrs. Barnes

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  • Monitor posts/submissions in Class Dojo

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Family Engagement Plan

  • Bridge Enhancement Nights (1 per semester)

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  • Input from Academic Booster Committee & Events Sponsored by ABC

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  • Translation Services at All School Events

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  • Special Events/Celebrations (Hispanic Heritage, Fall Festival)

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  • Fall Festival

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ECHS Professional Development Plan

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