A Guide to No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and Public School Choice The School District Of Palm Beach County April 2010

Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) AYP determines which Title I schools and students are eligible for NCLB School Choice

Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) Measures progress of all students in reading, math, and writing Measures graduation rates for high schools Requires schools to receive a Florida grade of “C” or better If the school does not make AYP in all areas and all subgroups, consequences are applied

Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP)  NCLB requires all schools to measure Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP)  ALL public schools receive AYP Scores 1.Non-Title I Schools 2.Title I Schools 3.Charter Schools  AYP measures progress of students in nine subgroups

Nine Subgroups  Total Students  White  Black  Hispanic  Asian  American Indian  Economically Disadvantaged  Limited English Proficient (ELL)  Students with Disabilities (SWD)

To Make AYP School must receive grade of “C” or better AND 95% of each subgroup must be tested AND Each subgroup must meet “other” indicators (writing proficiency and graduation rates) AND Each subgroup must meet the set proficiency targets in reading and math

Proficiency Targets Year ReadingMath % Prof Revised Increase % Prof Revised Increase

District AYP Report

No Adequate Yearly Progress (NAYP)  Although ALL schools receive an AYP status only Title I schools may be identified as “School in Need of Improvement” (SINI) schools  After 2 consecutive years of not meeting AYP, the school is identified as a “School in Need of Improvement” (SINI)

What Happens if a School Is Identified as SINI? What Happens if a School Is Identified as SINI?

Consequences of Not Making Adequate Yearly Progress (NAYP) NCLB mandates consequencesNCLB mandates consequences District must follow NCLBDistrict must follow NCLB State monitors District to ensure we comply with NLCB requirementsState monitors District to ensure we comply with NLCB requirements

Consequences of Not Making Adequate Yearly Progress (NAYP) NAYP Year One - on watchNAYP Year One - on watch Revise School Improvement Plan with emphasis on subgroups that did not make AYPRevise School Improvement Plan with emphasis on subgroups that did not make AYP

Consequences of Not Making Adequate Yearly Progress (NAYP) NAYP Year Two – SINI 1 - offer Supplemental Education ServicesNAYP Year Two – SINI 1 - offer Supplemental Education Services Revise SIP planRevise SIP plan 10% for professional development set aside10% for professional development set aside NAYP Year Three – SINI 2 - Continue Year Two consequences and add NCLB Choice with Transportation (transfer to another school)NAYP Year Three – SINI 2 - Continue Year Two consequences and add NCLB Choice with Transportation (transfer to another school)

Consequences of Not Making Adequate Yearly Progress (NAYP) NAYP Year Four - SINI 3 - continue Year Three consequences and add Corrective Action. District must develop the Corrective Action Plan, including at least one of the following:NAYP Year Four - SINI 3 - continue Year Three consequences and add Corrective Action. District must develop the Corrective Action Plan, including at least one of the following: Institute a new curriculum Institute a new curriculum Decrease school management authority Decrease school management authority Appoint an outside expert Appoint an outside expert Extend school year or day Extend school year or day Replace the principal or other key staff Replace the principal or other key staff

NAYP Year Five – SINI 4 –District begins Planning for Restructuring by choosing one of the following:NAYP Year Five – SINI 4 –District begins Planning for Restructuring by choosing one of the following: Reopen as a charter schoolReopen as a charter school Replace school staff, may include the principalReplace school staff, may include the principal Contract with private managementContract with private management State of Florida can take over of schoolState of Florida can take over of school Any other major restructuring of school governanceAny other major restructuring of school governance Consequences of Not Making Adequate Yearly Progress (NAYP)

NAYP Year Six+ – SINI 5+ – The Restructuring Plan is implementedNAYP Year Six+ – SINI 5+ – The Restructuring Plan is implemented Consequences of Not Making Adequate Yearly Progress (NAYP)

How does the NCLB Choice Options Program work? How does the NCLB Choice Options Program work?

Schools hold NCLB Choice Options MeetingsApril 5-23, 2010 Schools send home Information Packets with Application By April 30, 2010 Parents return NCLB Choice Options Application (Applications from current students no longer accepted) May 21, 2010 Schools input all on-time ApplicationsMay 28, 2010 NCLB School Choice Transfer Option Closes (Applications from new students no longer accepted) June 4, 2010 District sends NCLB School Choice Transfer Assignment (if FCAT scores are in) June 7, 2010 Parents return Transfer Assignment Acceptance June 30, 2010 Important Dates for Parents Early Notification Schools

Important Dates for Parents Post-AYP Notification Schools Schools hold NCLB Choice Options MeetingsApril 5-23, 2010 Schools send home Information PacketsBy April 30, 2010 Parents return NCLB Choice Options ApplicationMay 21, 2010 District notifies parents of AYP status and NCLB Choice Options when State announces AYP scores ( Parents of eligible students who returned NCLB Choice Application in May receive student assignment.) Target Date July 1, 2010 Parents return NCLB Choice Options Application if they did not return it in May July 20, 2010 NCLB School Choice Transfer Option Closes (Applications no longer accepted) July 20, 2010 District sends Assignment Letter – Rolling basis after July 20, 2010 Parents return NCLB School Choice Assignment Acceptance August 10, 2010

NCLB School Choice FAQs Why are my children eligible for NCLB School Choice? Children are eligible for NCLB Choice with Transportation when the Title I school they attend (or will attend) has not made Adequate Yearly Progress – AYP - for three consecutive years or longer as defined by the state under the No Child Left Behind Act.

NCLB School Choice Transfer (NCLB Choice with Transportation) What do I do if I don’t want my child to leave the school they are in now? Your child does not have to transfer to another school. If you wish to have your child remain in the assigned school, mark that selection on the form and return the form to your current school.

NCLB School Choice Transfer (NCLB Choice with Transportation) Can I choose any school in Palm Beach County? No. It is the District’s responsibility to provide two schools from which you may choose. Under the NCLB Act, school choice is limited to a choice of another public school, including charter schools.

Can all of my children attend the same school? Possibly. Efforts will be made to keep brothers and sisters in the same school. However, due to the academic rank order requirement, brothers and sisters may be placed at different schools. NCLB School Choice Transfer (NCLB Choice with Transportation)

How long may my child stay at the new school? Your child may stay at the new school until he or she has completed the highest grade level at that school. It is the District’s expectation that a student will complete any year started at the receiving school. NCLB School Choice Transfer (NCLB Choice with Transportation)

Will my child always have transportation to the NCLB Choice School? Possibly. However, the District is no longer required to provide transportation: 1)when the school your child transfers from leaves SINI status either by making AYP two years in a row or by becoming a non-Title I school; or 2)you move within a new school’s boundaries. NCLB School Choice Transfer (NCLB Choice with Transportation)

What if I move to a new area in Palm Beach County…will I have to move my child to another school? No. However, you will be required to provide your own transportation if you move out of your Title I school’s boundary area. NCLB School Choice Transfer (NCLB Choice with Transportation)

Location of Bus Stops – Hubs Tri-Rail and Palm Tran Distance to Receiving Schools – Time on Bus/Time to wake up Activity Buses Transportation Provided Until School: Is No longer Title I Makes AYP Twice Consecutively Or : Student moves out of sending school’s SACs Attendance/Tardy Policies apply for Students Transported by Parents In July Eligibility List sent to Transportation and Routes are then sent to Receiving Schools (can take 2-3 weeks to route a student) NCLB School Choice Transfer – Transportation Information

Supplemental Educational Services (SES) What are Supplemental Educational Services (SES)? The term “Supplemental Educational Services” refers to free tutoring and other extra academic services in reading, math and/or science. This extra help is provided after school, before school or on weekends by private providers.

Supplemental Educational Services (SES) How will I know if my child is eligible to apply for SES? Your child is eligible to apply if he/she:  attends a Title I school that did not make AYP for two or more years  qualifies for free or reduced-price meals

Supplemental Educational Services (SES) Will all eligible children receive SES? No. There is a set amount of money for this program. Eligible students will be prioritized with the lowest achieving students receiving first priority for services.

Supplemental Educational Services (SES) How do I select SES for my child? Mark the correct box on the NCLB Choice Options Application and return the form to your child’s school by the deadline.

Supplemental Educational Services (SES) How do I choose an SES provider? The District will:  send you information about each state- approved provider in your area, and  will hold “provider fairs” throughout the county so you may meet the providers.

Additional Questions Can my child be assigned to SES and move under School Choice? No. You can choose only one option. IF YOU CHOOSE SES YOU MAY NOT CHOOSE TO TRANSFER TO ANOTHER SCHOOL.

Helping Parents make an informed decision? Questions to consider: ◘ How far is the new school from my home? ◘ How long will my child be on the school bus? ◘ Can my child benefit from FREE TUTORING? ◘ Is my child happy at his/her current school?

For More Information: How can I get additional information about the NCLB Choice Options?  Contact Nicole Smith at (PX86336)  Go to Palm Beach County School District website: Choicewithtransportation.asp