Hollywood High School Testing Data Results WASC Goals and Instructional Focus October 6, 2009

Final API 702!! We grew… 89 points!

AYP More importantly: we met AYP (18 criteria) –Participation Rate –Percent Proficient –API Growth –Graduation Rate

AYP Subgroups –African American –Hispanic/Latino –Socioeconomically Disadvantaged –English Learners –Students with Disabilities

Areas of Concern Algebra I Integrated Coordinated Science Geometry Academics in the Magnet

Reflection We must hold on to our students We have to keep delivering our instructional best in the classroom, and we must expect more from our students

GOAL 1 Improve literacy and build mathematical skills Use of research-based instructional strategies Journal Writing Accountable Talk Pacing guides and common assessments aligned with district periodic assessments Uniform implementation of periodic assessments in all core areas A rigorous and relevant instructional program

GOAL 2 Small Learning Communities Strengthen and refine the implementation of SLC’s to promote personalization for all students Develop relevant curriculum for advisory periods and use consistently school wide Expand the implementation of Learning Teams

GOAL 3 Professional Development Develop a focused protocol for teacher collaboration Train teachers in the use of student data analysis tools to be used in vertical and horizontal team collaboration Develop a PD monitoring system to ensure that the application of what is learned in PD is implemented successfully in the classroom

GOAL 4 Parent Involvement Continue outreach efforts to parents of all students Provide activities and opportunities for workshops as requested by parents Continue utilizing frequent distribution of newsletters and information relevant to parents’ interest

Non-Negotiables Clear Expectations –Standard posted –Agenda posted and discussed with students –Summarize outcomes for the day

Non-Negotiables ESLR’s focused lessons –More opportunities for Students to verbalize/write their understanding of the lesson Student use of academic language Students to exhibit their ability to apply, analyze and synthesize from the content of the lesson

Checking for Understanding Teach First Ask a Question (to the whole class) Pause Pick a Non-Volunteer Listen to the Response Effective Feedback