The Norse Forum�School Accountability Committee (SAC)

Thursday, September 18th, 2025

Meeting Agenda - September, 18 - 4-5 pm

Welcome

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• Welcome
• Introductions: names, role/connection to Northglenn
• “What brought you here tonight?”

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Purpose & Structure of SAC

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• Overview of SAC as Norse Forum and advisory role
• 3-year framework overview: Academics, Extracurricular/Social connections, Post-Graduation Readiness, Communication
• Norms for our work (listening, inclusivity, action, focus)

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School Goals for the Year

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• Theme: “60 Years: The Diamond. A legacy of Learning. A Future of Brilliance, All in for Every Student, Everyday.”
• How Elevate principles (Consistency, Coherence, Belonging) connect to SAC’s advisory work
• Place for SAC input in shaping priorities

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NORTHGLENN HS 2025-2026

MAJOR IMPROVEMENT STRATEGIES (MIS)

MIS #1

MIS #2

MIS #3

Rigorous and Relevant Learning

Teachers will consistently and intentionally implement research-based formative instructional practices. e.g., LI/SC

Academic and Social Belonging

Teachers will consistently foster a sense of belonging through intentional classroom systems and routines.

Purposeful Collaboration (PLCs)

Teachers will use student data to inform instruction and implement a unified grading policy and practice through an equity lens.

Parent Feedback Discussion

Freshmen Parent Night

• “What do you wish you had known as a 9th grade parent?”
• Small-group brainstorm & share out
• Capture insights to guide planning for this year’s events

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Framing Our Year’s Work

• Introduce the four SAC focus areas:
• Academics
• Extracurricular & Social Connection
• Post-Graduation Readiness
• Communication & Engagement

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• Which areas feel most urgent/important for SAC this year?
• Discuss possibility of sub-committees by area

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Next Steps & Calendar

• Next Meeting Dates: November 13, February 6, April 9.
• How does input connect back to school decisions/events? (career fair, testing season, etc.)
• Are you interested in be on a subcommittee? Let us know!

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Closing Reflection

“One hope you have for this committee’s work this year?

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The Norse Forum�School Accountability Committee (SAC)

Thursday, November 13th, 2025

Meeting Agenda - November, 13 - 4-5 pm

Welcome & Check-In

• Quick Introduction
• One bright spot you’ve seen at Northglenn this fall

Quick Update:

• Highlights from September meeting
• Sprint Cycle/UIP
• Key takeaways from parent survey
• Upcoming family engagement

Student Experience Statement

All students are safe, known, valued and empowered by a supportive community with access to challenging and relevant grade level learning experiences, positioning students to pursue the future of their choosing.

Major Improvement Strategies:MIS 1

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By May 2026, at least 96 of 120 teachers will consistently demonstrate the use of research-based formative instructional practices—specifically: clearly communicated learning intentions and success criteria, strategies for eliciting evidence of student learning, structured peer-to-peer learning, and opportunities for student self-assessment and reflection—as evidenced by classroom walkthroughs.

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**Northglenn HS teachers will post and reference Learning Intentions and Success Criteria 100% of the time. **

Sprint Cycle 2

Data & Attendance:

Sprint Cycle 2 Data & Attendance:

Sprint Cycle 1/2 Data & Attendance:

Sprint Cycle 1/2 Data & Attendance:

Sprint Cycle 2/2 Data & Attendance:

Sprint Cycle 2/2 Data & Attendance:

Feedback for Registration

4 Focus Areas: SAC Feedback

Top ranked priorities from the survey�

• Post Secondary Readiness�-5th year PTECH Students, how to connect with them on activities. FAFSA nights, college fairs, etc. as they are applying for after PTECH�-ICAP
• Academics

-Where are students at in recovery from COVID? What can we do to support students with significant gaps?�-Differences between CP, AP, Concurrent Enrollment

Small or Large Group Discussion

• What’s working now in this area?
• What are the biggest opportunities for impact?
• What ideas or actions could SAC help move forward?
• What support do families need (communication, resources, registration info, etc.)?

Small or Large Group Discussion

• What’s working now in this area?
• What are the biggest opportunities for impact?
• What ideas or actions could SAC help move forward?
• What support do families need (communication, resources, registration info, etc.)?

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Capture concrete next steps for each area

Next Steps For Our Group

• Confirm focus area leads or subcommittee interest�
• Identify short-term actions before February meeting�
• Closing reflection: �One thing I’m excited for us to keep building on is…

Upcoming Events:

• Theatre Club-Silent Auction Showcase-6-8 pm, Little Theater
• Winter Sports Registration is open-1st day of tryouts 11/17
• Parent/Guardian Information Meeting-11/20 6pm, Little Theater
• World Kindness Spirit Week-11/17-11/21
• Thanksgiving Break-11/24-11/28-No School
• Colorado Gives Day-There will be a donation link in This Week In Norse Country
• Winter sports season games start the week of December 1st
• December 9th-Winter Choir Concert-6:30 pm, Auditorium-Free
• December 10th-Winter Band Concert-6:30 pm, Auditorium-Free
• Finals-December 17 & 18, schedule on next slide
• Winter Break-December 19-January 2nd-No School
• In-Service Day-January 5th-No School
• MLK Day-January 19th-No School
• Cultural Dance - January 30th

Next Meeting Date

Thursday, February 5th

The Norse Forum�School Accountability Committee (SAC)

Thursday, February 5th, 2026

Meeting Agenda - February 5th - 4-5 pm

Welcome & Check-In

• RODEO Dance
• Athletic Highlights

Rodeo Dance

• RODEO Dance

Winter Athletic Highlights

Andrew Hufford, Eli Stevens, & Charles Coronado-Rocky Mountain League Champions

Kendelle Johnson-Named Rocky Mountain League Swimmer of the Year

Jacob “Jack Jack” Martin signs to play Football at Western University of Colorado on National signing day

Winter Athletic/Activities Highlights

• Eli Stevens wins 100th Varsity Wrestling Match
• Kaida Hull is 2nd overall in the state in her weight class for Girls Wrestling
• Girls Basketball is 12-5, 2nd overall in our League-Headed to Playoffs
• Girls Wrestling, our district team, currently sits in the top 5 of 5A
• Winter Guard finished 2nd place at the Ralston Valley Invitational on 1/31
• Olivia Barron earned Honorable Mention at All State 5A Poms in December
• Poms is on the way to Florida to compete in Nationals this week
• 8 Thespians earned Superior at The Colorado Thespian Conference in December, qualifying them to go to the International Conference in Indiana

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Academic Highlights

• Boettcher Scholarship Finalist
• Daniels Fund Scholarship Finalists

Academic Highlights

Instructional Focus

• Sprint Cycle 3 - Strong Starts

NORTHGLENN HS 2025-2026

MAJOR IMPROVEMENT STRATEGIES (MIS)

MIS #1

MIS #2

MIS #3

Rigorous and Relevant Learning

Teachers will consistently demonstrate the use of research-based formative instructional practices ex. LI/SC

Academic and Social Belonging

Teachers are consistently demonstrating habits that support belonging through classroom systems and routines.

Purposeful Collaboration (PLCs)

Teachers will:

use student data to drive instruction and

utilize a unified grading policy and practice through an equity lens

Sprint Cycle 3:

THREE STEPS TO A STRONG START

Teacher plans a warm-up activity that primes students’ brains for the learning ahead.

Teacher stands outside and/or near the door and welcomes each student to class by name.

Teacher collects evidence of student understanding during or after the warm-up and uses that information to drive the rest of their lesson.

IGNITING GRADE-LEVEL LEARNING

WELCOMING STUDENTS BY NAME

ELICITING EVIDENCE OF STUDENT UNDERSTANDING

Sprint Cycle 3: Strong Starts

The numbers (as of the morning of Thursday 2/5):

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1. 176 Walkthroughs completed
2. 76/92 (83%) Teachers observed having a Good (3) or Strong (4) start to their class based on these metrics: (Our goal was 80%, so we’ve met our goal!)

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• Admin and coaches are following up with individuals or teams, as needed, to continue our learning to best serve our students.

Sprint Cycle 3: Strong Starts

Celebrations 🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉

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• Overall Positive Classroom Cultures
• Students greeted with warmth
• Strong relationship
• Clear Routines and Efficient Starts
• Most start at the bell with clear routines
• Strong Alignment
• Warm-ups connect to prior learning and flow into the lesson
• Responsive Teaching
• Teachers circulate and help students in the moment
• Teachers adjusting instruction based on what they see as they walk around

Sprint Cycle 3: Strong Starts

Areas for Growth

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• Connecting the start to the Learning Intention
• Evolving routines so that every warm-up acts as a direct “brain prime” for the day’s lesson, ensuring students are cognitively prepared for new concepts the moment class begins.
• Making Learning Visible for Every Student
• To ensure no student is “invisible,” we are striving to move beyond hand-raising and volunteering. By using strategies like turn and talks, whiteboards, and active monitoring, teachers can see the thinking of every child - not just those who volunteer.
• Increasing Use of Student Talk
• Developing professional communication skills by providing students with structures and protocols to help them make learn with and from their peers while also having individual accountability for the learning.

Student Achievement

• Failing Grades - Semester 1 Percentages
• Semester 2 - Progress Reports sent home

Student Supports & Academic Support Structures

• Unit Recovery�-Freshman�-Sophomore US History�-Seniors
• Failing Grade Report
• Perception and Awareness

-FlexLab�-Academic Support on Wednesdays

-Teacher invitations/retakes/etc.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

• Progress update
• Sample family letter: how students can access support

Registration Updates

• Overview of current registration timeline
• AP Potential Report
• Feedback on family communication around registration

Senior Updates

• Seniors last day and Senior Day

Next Meeting Date

Thursday, April 9th