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A strong transformation plan unifies the vision for technology integration and device maintenance with the school improvement plan or goals for the year.
We derived our student-centered goals and action steps by analyzing our school state data on End of Course State Assessments, National Assessments such as AP Scores, SAT and ACT, and through teacher, student and parent Climate Surveys.
Our Curriculum Council Team, made of up department chairs, Curriculum Coaches and Directors help to select the specific SIP Goals, write the narrative and carry out the Action Plan. Our EESAC (Educational Excellence School Advisory Council) made up of Parents, Students, Faculty, and Community Partners reviewed and approved of the plan and then review it monthly during our monthly EESAC Meeting.
During EESAC our meetings the actions steps are reviewed and our remediation efforts including after school tutoring, pull-out tutoring, data chats, curriculum review and parent/student conferences. We have not modified our plan and are currently implementing diagnostic assessments to monitor our progress.
During classroom walkthroughs, Administrators see the the use of devices on a regular basis and are able to monitor the effective use of educational technology. The campus leadership team collaborates with department chairs, academic coaches, grade level team leaders and administrators to meet our goals with the assistance and collaboration of our district leadership team.
At the district level, coordination of device usage, best practices, tracking and monitoring and facilitation is coordinated by Administration at the school and district level.
Implement progress monitoring: Regularly assess student performance on Biology EOC (End-of-Course) exams on a quarterly basis. This allows for tracking individual and overall class performance and identifying specific areas of weakness that require additional attention and support.
Provide tutoring services: Offer tutoring sessions specifically tailored to support students who struggle with the content of Biology. These sessions can provide personalized assistance, address individual challenges, and help students improve their understanding and performance.
Streamline paperwork process: Simplify and streamline the process for requesting and completing paperwork to opt-in for school devices. Reduce any unnecessary steps or complexities to make it easier for students, parents, and guardians to request and receive devices.
Share information about benefits: Promote the benefits and advantages of using school devices through various channels. Create and share engaging materials such as videos, class visits, and flyers that highlight the educational advantages, opportunities, and resources available when utilizing school devices.
Implement Nearpod discussions: Teachers will discuss and explore how Nearpod can be effectively utilized in their respective classrooms during department meetings. They will share ideas and strategies for incorporating Nearpod to enhance student collaboration and participation across different high school subject areas.
Apply Nearpod in lessons: Teachers will actively incorporate Nearpod into their lessons, utilizing its interactive features to promote engagement, collaboration, and connectivity among students. They will leverage the data collected through formative assessments in Nearpod to inform instructional decisions and tailor their teaching to meet student needs.
Design technology-based learning experiences: Teachers will design and facilitate learning experiences that leverage technology to foster high levels of collaboration and connectivity among students. They will explore various digital tools and platforms to create interactive and collaborative learning opportunities that enhance student engagement and participation.
Create instructional videos and posters: The Genius Squad will create informative videos and posters that demonstrate proper care and handling of iPads. These resources will provide students with clear instructions on how to handle iPads responsibly to minimize the risk of screen damages.
Implement device drop-off during lunch: Students will be required to drop off their iPads in their classrooms before going to lunch. Teachers and administrators will check that iPads are left in the classrooms during lunchtime to prevent potential damages that may occur outside the classrooms.