School Performance Plans

While the timeline for final submission to the Nevada Department of Education has not changed, schools will now begin School Performance Planning at the same time as they are working on their budget for the upcoming school year. This is a significant change from past practice. Previously, schools began work on School Performance Plans (SPP) to be implemented during the current school year at the start of the school year in August. By aligning the budget and the SPP, schools can allocate resources in alignment with observed needs from school data, including accountability and survey measures. The strategic budget and the SPP together comprise the school’s Plan of Operation. Principals must work with their School Organizational Teams on the development of the Plan. Please see the School Organizational Teams section for specific details regarding this process.

Principals can access their SPP at ccsdapps.net using their InterAct login credentials and selecting the appropriate SPP template. Principals should contact the School Improvement Department at 702-855-7783 to assign rights to additional users at the school. Users will have full access to edit the SPP, so assigning of rights should be limited. For additional details regarding how to access and fill out the SPP template, resources, and the School Performance Plan User Guide, please visit ccsdschoolimprovement.weebly.com or contact the School Improvement Department at 702-855-7783.

Schools should complete the following sections in January/February along with their Strategic Budget:

  • Cover Page
  • Comprehensive Needs Assessment
  • Inquiry Process and Action Plan Design for Goals 1, 2, and 3
  • Budget Plan
  • Required Elements for Title I Schools (if applicable)

Schools should wait until the fall to complete the following sections, due to the timelines for receiving data:

  • Measurable Objectives
  • Appendices A, B, and C
    • These will pre-populate based on the information in Component II: Inquiry Process and Action Plan Design for Goals 1, 2, and 3. Appendix C will be completed during mid- and end-of-year monitoring.

2017-2018 SCHOOL PERFORMANCE PLAN DUE DATES AND TIMELINE

The Nevada Department of Education is currently in the process of making revisions to the current school improvement planning process based upon changes within the State accountability system and to align with the requirements of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). The District template for submitting School Performance Plans will be updated once determinations regarding required elements are finalized.

Time Frame

Activity

Person(s) Responsible

January 17 , 2017 - February 21, 2017

Schools begin work on School Performance Plans, along with strategic budget planning.

Title I and School Improvement departments are available for consultation.

Schools work with School Associate Superintendents for review and approval.

  • Schools
  • School Improvement Department
  • Title I Department
  • School Associate Superintendents

February 22, 2017

School Performance Plans and budgets approved by School Associate Superintendents by the end of the business day.

  • School Associate Superintendents

February 23 - March 1, 2017

School Associate Superintendents submit the Title I budgets and School Performance Plans to Title I and the School Improvement departments for submission to the appropriate agency.

  • School Associate Superintendents
  • School Improvement Department
  • Title I Department

April 2017- September 2017

Schools adjust School Performance Plans, based upon achievement data, feedback, and State requirements.

  • Schools

September 2017

Results Week meeting – Schools share accountability and survey data in a public meeting.

Principals, in collaboration with School Organizational Teams, set measurable objectives and revise plan as necessary.

  • Schools

October 2017 - December 2017

School Associate Superintendents review School Performance Plans for amendment and approval.

  • School Associate Superintendents

November 2017 - December 2017

School Improvement and Title I departments review plans to ensure compliance with State and Federal compliance and provide feedback to schools.

  • School Improvement Department
  • Title I Department

January 2018

Final School Performance Plans submitted to the Nevada Department of Education.

  • School Improvement Department

January 2018- June 2018

Monitor implementation and complete mid-year and end-of-year monitoring in Appendix C

  • Schools
  • School Associate Superintendents
  • School Improvement Department

In addition to the timeline above, schools applying for 1003(a) funding will also need to adhere to the following:

January 2017 - March 2017

Complete 1003(a) application, including the School Performance Plan

  • Schools
  • School Improvement Department
  • Grants Department
  • School Associate Superintendents

August 2017- June 2018

Monthly monitoring meetings

  • Schools
  • School Improvement Department
  • Grants Department
  • School Associate Superintendents