Transformation In Progress Rhode Island’s Phase II Race to the Top August 10, 2010 R e d a c t e d

A Solid Foundation for Reform 2002 Established first school-performance classifications 2003 Approved proficiency-based graduation requirements 2004 Led formation of NECAP consortium 2005 Intervened in persistently struggling Hope High School Established PK-16 Council 2008 Approved Diploma System, requiring passing score on NECAP Opened STEM Center at Rhode Island College 2009 Approved Basic Education Program Approved first Educator Evaluation System Standards 2010 Adopted Common Core State Standards Established new education funding formula Intervened in persistently lowest-achieving schools in Providence and Central Falls

The Rhode Island Interview Team Honorable Donald L. Carcieri, Governor Deborah A. Gist, Commissioner David V. Abbott, Deputy Commissioner Mary Ann Snider, Chief of Educator Excellence and Instructional Effectiveness Sharon Contreras, Chief Academic Officer, Providence Schools

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Rhode Island’s Theory of Action All Students Achieve Effective Educators, Relentlessly Supported Student-Centered Systems and Policies All students will achieve at high levels when:  We have an effective teacher in every classroom and an effective leader in every school. AND  Teachers and school leaders are supported by student- centered systems.

Bold, Achievable Goals By 2015, 85% of students will graduate from high school. By 2015, we will reduce achievement gaps by half. No student will have two ineffective teachers in a row. R e d a c t e d

Rhode Island’s Theory of Implementation Set clear expectations Build capacity Provide necessary tools LEAs State Monitor progress Provide feedback

Rhode Island Is Ready A history of accomplishment The capacity to move forward The commitment and plan to sustain our success

Great Teachers and Leaders R e d a c t e d

Great Teachers and Leaders: Guiding Principles Student growth and learning provide at least 51% of the evidence of effectiveness. Use tools to assess professional practice, content knowledge, professional responsibilities, & support of district initiatives. Use evaluation data to assign teachers based on student needs. R e d a c t e d

Defining Effectiveness Establishing Multiple Measures Increased Educator Effectiveness and Improved Student Achievement Setting Performance Standards Implementing Evaluation System Using Results to Inform PD and Assign Educators Great Teachers and Leaders: Building & Implementing the RI Model Evaluation System Educators at All Levels Working Together

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World-Class Standards, Assessments, and Curricula R e d a c t e d

World-Class Standards, Assessments, and Curricula Hold every student to high expectations Instruct students using curriculum aligned to standards Use data from assessments to monitor and support student learning Access resources and data from the instructional improvement system Great teachers and leaders who: R e d a c t e d

State Sets Expectations & Provides Support Increased Educator Capacity and Improved Student Achievement World-Class Standards, Assessments, and Curricula: Rhode Island’s Capacity & Structure State Capacity to SustainExpert Consultation LEA Develops Model Curricula Instructional Management System

Accelerating School Performance R e d a c t e d

User Platform Data photo School-level SurveyWorks Demographics UCOA Parent InfoWorks photo Student ID, Health, DCYF, Labor, Demographics, Attendance, GPS, UCOA, Assessments Researcher WEAVE photo Interim & Formative Assessments, Model Curricula Educator Instructional Management System photo Growth Model & Educator Evaluation Administrator Accountability & Evaluation Accountability & Evaluation e-Transcript e-Portfolio ILP photo Student StudentWorks * NOTE: The data platforms shown above are in varying stages of development and field usage. Rhode Island Data Platforms Coordinated Use of Data Across Key Platforms: R e d a c t e d

Accelerating School Performance Use diagnostic analysis to focus and sequence supports based on school’s specific needs Increase district capacity Remove barriers to implementation Expand high-performing, innovative school models Statewide culture of high expectations All Students Achieve Effective Educators, Relentlessly Supported Student-Centered Systems and Policies

Transformation in Progress Intervention protocol for transforming lowest-achieving schools Evaluations based primarily on student growth & achievement Common Core State Standards Non-traditional pathways to educator certification Lifted cap on charter public schools

Moving Forward Together Bold, achievable goals Shared ownership of our plan A history of accomplishment The capacity to move forward The commitment and plan to sustain our success Special thanks to the Providence Public School District and other contributors for the photos used in this presentation! R e d a c t e d