Intensify/increase instructional delivery across the content areas of reading, writing, and math (through teacher clarity, Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports -PBIS, positive relationships, and embedded English Language Development practices, particularly structured academic discussions) with teams using data. This goal will be supported with professional learning and ongoing coaching cycles as outlined in the action steps.
The Copperview SCC has been involved in an ongoing way with the development of the TSSP for the 2021-22 school year. In addition, the SCC has focused on monitoring the progress of the 2020-21 TSSP, ensuring that the implementation has been accomplished as planned. During SCC meetings, the progress of current year's plan has been reviewed, and the data have been shared frequently. Discussions focused on the areas of success and possible areas of needed adjustments based on the data. Given the significant impact of COVID-19 in the school setting, we wanted to be certain that there was still solid implementation of the goals. The ongoing discussions also included the 90-Day Plans that are developed as part of our TSI designation.
The SCC members expressed appreciation for the implementation of the TSSP, noting that the areas of focus and resource allocations were clearly evident in the day-to-day work at Copperview. They also noted their appreciation for the vigilance of the staff and students in maintaining intentional focus during the challenging times of the pandemic. Many of the SCC members also participate in the Family Learning Center (FLC) at Copperview, so they are more aware of the daily efforts in the school.
The Land Trust budget is primarily allocated for interventionists to provide support during skills-based instruction (SBI) in reading. The SCC members wanted this emphasis to continue in the 2021-22 TSSP. In addition to the focus on reading, we determined that additional emphasis was also needed in math. Consequently, it was determined that the TSSP should also include interventionists to support math SBI. This will be an area identified in the TSSP for 2021-22.
The TSSA budget in 2020-21 was allocated for a variety of purposes, including behavior assistants, supplies, materials, technology, textbooks (Saxon Phonics) and parent engagement. Given the impact of the pandemic, there was a need to reallocate some of the funding toward more technology purchases. There had been a portion of the funds for technology, but more was needed given the level of online learning for some students as well as the need to support the participants in the Family Learning Center (FLC). The increased use of technology has been evident in the students, families, and communities as a whole - and the SCC members have been very grateful for the consistent support and resources provided as part of the TSSP implementation at Copperview. We've also increased the emphasis of our social emotional learning (SEL) at Copperview. The need in this area has been critical given the difficulties experienced from the pandemic. The SCC members have seen the evidence of the work happening in Morning Meetings, as well as the overall messaging and supports evident at Copperview. During one of the SCC meetings, two students were in attendance and referenced the experiences they were having with the Morning Meeting lessons, noting that the classroom environment was more positive because of the intention focus on SEL supports, community building, and positive behavior supports.
Throughout the discussions, we discussed the areas of focus, reviewed the data, and considered what specific components of the TSSP might be maintained, enhanced or altered. It was determined that the majority of the components present in the 90-Day plans (and TSSP) should be maintained, with additional focus on math. The plan moving forward will continue to have an emphasis on behavior, English Language Arts and math with English Language Development (ELD) practices, use of the data throughout the process, and increasing the effectiveness of the the teaming structures. There will also continue to be a strong focus on teacher clarity and structured academic discussion. During the 2020-21 school year, Copperview teachers have received numerous professional development (PD) sessions with follow up coaching, which will continue throughout the 2021-22 school year. This intentional PD with ongoing coaching has made a significant difference in increasing teacher skills and thereby positively impacting the students.
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Expenditure | Cost | Description | Source |
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Salaries and Employee Benefits 100 and 200 | $54,000.00 | We will hire, train and supervise eight 17-20 hour interventionists that will provide Tier 2 interventions for students scoring below benchmark in reading and math. We will progress monitor students and make necessary adjustments based on the data. Six interventionists will focus on reading and will be paid from Land Trust, and two interventionists will focus on math and be paid from TSSP funds. | Landtrust |
Salaries and Employee Benefits 100 and 200 | $20,000.00 | Allocation for a portion of teacher salary and benefits to increase FTE. | TSSP |
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Expenditure | Cost | Description | Source |
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Salaries and Employee Benefits 100 and 200 | $18,000.00 | We will hire, train and supervise eight 17-20 hour interventionists that will provide Tier 2 interventions for students scoring below benchmark in reading and math. We will progress monitor students and make necessary adjustments based on the data. Six interventionists will focus on reading and will be paid from Land Trust, and two interventionists will focus on math and be paid from TSSP funds. | TSSP |
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Expenditure | Cost | Description | Source |
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Salaries and Employee Benefits 100 and 200 | $17,500.00 | Additional salary and benefits to increase one 25 hour behavior assistant to 35 hours. | TSSP |
General Supplies 610 | $2,000.00 | Materials/supplies for behavioral and/or academic strategies/interventions | TSSP |
Textbooks 641 | $1,000.00 | Textbooks/resources associated with Morning Meeting. May include Morning Meeting handbooks, etc. | TSSP |
If there is a larger distribution of money, we will increase the hours for Tier 2 intervention services (Skills-Based Instruction - SBI), thereby serving additional students. We may also use additional funds to purchase materials/resources to support SBI groups or behavior (resources may include supplies, textbook, software and technology, etc).