Budget Proposed Program Improvements TECHNOLOGY TEACHER EVALUATION HIGH SCHOOL K-5 MATH COACHING January 8, 2013

The Business of Schools Technology is embedded in ALL aspects of what we do as a school system We are running a $51 million business that attends to: Information systems and administrative technology Infrastructure We need to achieve a level of sophistication in our systems, staff, and infrastructure to support current and future demands FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests Technology and Innovation

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests

Information Systems/ Administrative Technology

Current NPS Information Systems SystemDescription AESOPSubstitute Teacher Management ApplitrackEmployment Application Management AtlasCurriculum Management Budget DatabaseBudget Development and Management Community EducationRegistration and Tracking E-listenSurvey System eSPEDSpecial Education IEP Management First ClassElectronic Communication GoogleAppsDocument Collaboration Health OfficeStudent Health Management HTE/UnifundFinancial Management InfoCentreLibrary Management Level DataData Integration Services FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests

Current NPS Information Systems SystemDescription MCCOnline Payments Meal MagicFood Services Management MyLearningPlanProfessional Development Management NavianceHigh School Post Graduate Management NHS AthleticsHigh School Athletics Management PowerSchoolStudent Information System QuickbooksRevolving Account Management Rapid Web DesignerWeb Page and Content Management School MessengerEmergency Communication System SMART CalendarScheduling Management TestWizMCAS Data Management VersatransTransportation Management FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests

Administrative Technology Establish and implement a governance process for evaluation and adoption of new information systems to ensure coherence, efficacy and smooth implementations Focus on operational efficiency and data integrity Support increased demand for data and reporting Develop technology skill guidelines to support hiring of appropriately skilled staff Provide ongoing professional development

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests Infrastructure

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests Infrastructure Assess and increase efficiency and timeliness of solutions Evaluate alternative technical support models Plan for an infrastructure to support robust information systems and instructional environments Prepare for requirements of the PARCC Online Assessments Meet the challenges of expanded infrastructure and additional devices

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests Infrastructure Increase computer technician staff from 5.5 to 6.0: $28,744 Reduce technician/computer ratio from 1/545 to 1/500 TownTech/Comp Ratio (# of Techs.) Replacement Cycle (years) Personnel: Staff/Students Of Note Weston1/126 (9)5280/2350 Medfield1/266 (6)6500/3000 Westwood1/425 (4)4-5320/3400 Wellesley1/ /5000 Needham1/545 (5.5)7650/5500 Newton1/636 (11)52500/12800Additional staff Wayland1/833 (3)4 (own/lease)430/2700Additional staff

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests Infrastructure Establish ETC operations manager position: $74,500 Facilitate much of the day to day operations Increase leadership and attention of Director in other areas of responsibility Increase Internet bandwidth: $5,000 Support increasing number of devices and systems Prepare for PARCC online assessments

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests Teacher Evaluation Professional Development: $15,000 The district is currently piloting the DESE model teacher evaluation with a small number of teachers in each school Teachers 21 has provided training to the 29 teachers and all administrators with evaluation responsibilities In September 2013, all educators must be evaluated using the DESE model evaluation or other model approved by the DESE. Any evaluation instrument must be negotiated with the NEA Training must be provided to all other teachers in the district to prepare for implementation in September. Professional development will begin in March 2013

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests Teacher Evaluation Software: $10,000 To assist evaluators in the implementation of a very comprehensive evaluation program, a number of vendors have developed software for the iPad To date, we have previewed four vendor products The software allows the evaluators to keep records, notes, complete forms, store artifacts such as photos and provide notification and electronic signature Because every educator must be evaluated every year, an electronic management system is essential

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests K-5 Math Coaching Pilot : Broadmeadow School Teacher Survey Would use a math coach to: Analyze student work99% Consult on a variety of math instruction matters95% Facilitate small group instruction94% Extend learning for strong students94% Adjust lessons for struggling students94% Co-teach a lesson89% Better understand how students learn mathematics72%

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests K-5 Math Coaching Pilot Direct service to students Individual, small group instruction In-class, out-class Review, preview, remediation, extension Direct service to teachers Structure math block for instruction based on student needs Use data to inform instruction, identify student needs Provide informal/formal coaching & guidance Preview instructional units to plan for optimal instructional impact

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests K-5 Math Coaching Pilot Direct Service to School Contribute to school’s tiered intervention process Provide & analyze info/data on student’s achievement in math to help tailor instruction Advise teachers regarding strategies to support struggling students prior to special education referrals Collaborate with principal to determine professional development directly tailored to school need

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests K-5 Math Coaching Impact All teachers engaged & enthusiastic 50% have already sought individual coaching support All grade levels/classrooms participating Growing a model for math similar to literacy Increased capacity at school level for: Math instruction differentiated to student needs Support and extension for students More targeted professional development tailored to school needs

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests K-5 Math Coaching Expand coaching model to other schools 2.0 FTE Math coaches: $112,500 Distribute coaching services proportionally among other schools Grow a model for math support and district coordination that is similar to existing literacy structure

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests NHS FY 2014 Critical Issues Increased Enrollment by 34 (n=1,594) Level Student Support and Wraparound Services Maintenance of Class Sizes & Overall Teacher Load Program Enrichment & Expansion Increasingly Limited Instructional, Recreational, & Common Space

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests NHS FY 2014 Request Rationale Teaching Positions & Supplies Accommodate growth in enrollment Program expansion (e.g. Robotics, TV Communications, etc.) Assistant Principal & Counselor Positions Accommodate growth in enrollment Allow shift from conducting to supporting student case management & to directing school-wide project management & improvement goals, including new instructional mandates Student Activity & Athletic Stipends Address increased student engagement in athletics & related school activities Expand offerings to promote student health, wellness, & engagement Athletic Assistant/Club Sports Coordinator $28,135

FY14 Budget: Program Improvement Requests Grade level administrators in 20 comparison districts

Needham High School Serves 1,563 students in grades Leadership Team Principal…………………………………….…………………Jonathan Pizzi Assistant Principal…………………………………………..Jonathan Bourn Assistant Principal……………………………Alison Coubrough-Argentieri Assistant Principal, 9 & 11 Assistant Principal, 10 & 12 Operations & Management Master Schedule Development Grade Level Office Secretary Attendance Aide Planning & Oversight of Safety Drills Cafeteria Duty (Daily) Morning Duty (Daily) Extracurricular Event Coverage High Academic Achievement Teacher Supervision & Evaluation (15 teachers) DESE Evaluation Pilot Professional Development New Teacher Support Program “Be the Change” Student Leadership Course Technology & Innovation Committee University Intern Liaison Student Support & Discipline (789 Students) Student Support Team (Weekly) Guidance Team (Weekly) Student Discipline Parent Outreach Blueprint Development Student Transitions* Attendance Support Board Student Support & Discipline (764 Students) Student Support Team (Weekly) Guidance Team (Weekly) Student Discipline Parent Outreach Blueprint Development Student Transitions* High Academic Achievement Teacher Supervision & Evaluation (14 teachers) DESE Evaluation Pilot Professional Development New Teacher Support Program “Be the Change” Student Leadership Course Technology & Innovation Committee NEASC Follow Up Committee Chair Operations & Management Student Assessment Course Selection Process Duty Roster Development Grade Level Office Secretary Attendance Aide Oversight of Safety Drills Cafeteria Duty (Daily) Morning Duty (Daily) Extracurricular Event Coverage Mathematics Department Chair NPS Director, METCO Student Support Services Chair History & Social Sciences Department Chair Science, Department Chair English, Department Chair Student Council Principal School Council NPS Director, Student Health Services NPS Director, Wellness & Physical Education NPS Director, Fine & Performing Arts NPS Director, World Languages NPS Director, Guidance Services Professional Responsibilities District Leadership Team Alternative Compensation Committee (District) SEL Steering Committee (District) Professional Responsibilities District Leadership Team Response to Intervention Committee (District) World Language Program Review Committee (District) NPS Athletic Director Needham High School Administrative Responsibility/Organizational Chart

Needham High School serves 1,594 students in grades Leadership Team Principal………….….………………Jonathan Pizzi Assistant Principal….……………..Jonathan Bourn Assistant Principal….Alison Coubrough-Argentieri Assistant Principal………………………………TBD Mathematics Department Chair Student Support Services Chair History & Social Sciences Department Chair Science, Department Chair English, Department Chair Student Council Principal School Council NPS Director Wellness & Physical Education NPS Director, Fine & Performing Arts NPS Director World Languages Instructional Leadership Responsibilities Teacher Supervision & Evaluation (11) District Leadership Team Technology & Innovation Committee Principal’s Cabinet Assistant Principal for Student Intervention Student Support & Discipline Grade 11 & 1/3 of Grade 9 (531) Student Discipline & Attendance Parent Outreach Guidance Team (Weekly) Extracurricular Event Coverage Be the Change Student Support & Discipline Grade 12 & 1/3 Grade 9 (531) Student Discipline & Attendance Parent Outreach Guidance Team (Weekly) Extracurricular Event Coverage Be the Change Project Management Curriculum Planning & Oversight Instructional Strategies Professional Development Planning & Implementation Building-wide Assessment Coordinator Interdisciplinary Learning Coordinator University Intern Liaison Project Management Student Support & Special Programs Liaison Course Selection Coordinator New Teacher Support Program Response to Intervention Committee (NPS) NEASC Follow-Up Committee Co-Chair Instructional Leadership Responsibilities Teacher Supervision & Evaluation (11) District Leadership Team Principal’s Cabinet Educational Grants & Development Instructional Leadership Responsibilities Teacher Supervision & Evaluation (11) District Leadership Team Principal’s Cabinet Educational Grants & Development Assistant Principal for Curriculum & Instruction Student Support & Discipline Grade 10 & 1/3 of Grade 9 (531) Student Discipline & Attendance Parent Outreach Guidance Team (Weekly) Extracurricular Event Coverage Be The Change Project Management Master Schedule Design & Development School Safety Plan Design & Implementation Facilities Maintenance Liaison 1 to 1 Technology Initiative School Improvement Plan Duty Roster Development Assistant Principal for Operations & Management NPS Director Student Health Services NPS Director Guidance NPS Director METCO NPS Athletics Director Needham High School Administrative Responsibility/Organizational Chart DRAFT

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