Lakeview Public Schools
Superintendent Goal Areas
2011-12
KEY
C = Completed P = In Process P/C = Close to completion NS = Not Started/Researching
Student Academic Achievement
Increase student achievement through collaborative efforts of all stakeholders.
Administrative Objectives
1) Delegate instructional leadership tasks to principals as part of central office reorganization.
2) Continue curriculum alignment process at all levels through work in K-12 Curriculum Committee Structure.
a) Each K-12 Committee oversees completion of curriculum maps in all contents (ELA, Math, Soc. Stud., Science)
b) Each K-12 Committee oversees completion of common assessments related to curriculum maps for all contents
c) Common Assessment data inputted into data director for use in instructional decision-making
3) Structure support for professional staff in the implementation of new assessment tools and adoption of new instructional interventions, procedures, and techniques, particularly in special education at the high school level
4) Refine the implementation of the K-12 Assessment Program to guide instructional decisions at the individual student, building, and district level
a) Evaluate data from NWEA Testing K-11th grade
b) Determine 2-3 appropriate instructional intervention strategies
c) Evaluate available “Common Assessments” data
d) Determine 2-3 appropriate instructional intervention strategies
e) Continue training and use of Data Director and NWEA reporting tools at the principal and teacher level at all grades
5) Train teachers in the use of the Elementary Report Card (tool was developed in 2010-11)
6) Fully implement the use of the electronic Elementary Report Card
7) Evaluate and/or investigate new course offerings in the area of honors/gifted programs
a) University/college options (Wayne State University, Kendall, MVU, other on line options) in use in-district
b) Evaluate effectiveness/success of advanced placement offerings at LHS
c) Evaluate effectiveness/success of advanced track offerings at JMS
d) Research options for development of 4th-6th advanced track offerings (for potential offering fall 2013)
e) Further develop “pull-ahead” option through E2020 or other on-line sources
8) Implement new 8th grade foreign language requirement
a) Traditional classroom offerings (Spanish/French)
b) On-line classroom offerings (German, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, etc.)
9) Maintain “A” grades and Adequate Yearly Progress status Kindergarten through 5th grade*
10) Improve “B” grade and maintain adequate yearly progress at the Middle School*
11) Improve “B” grade and change the Adequate Yearly Progress status at the High School*
12) Improve individual Lakeview school “rank” against local school comparables**
13) Continue to develop skills and knowledge of principals so they can assume duties for on-going implementation of Response to Intervention (RtI) framework from central coordinators
14) Engage elementary parents in how to help their students at home (reading strategies, book buddies, etc.)
15) Continue to train K-2 and 3-5 “reading support” paraprofessional (4 at each level) to assist students in reading
16) Continue to train all paraprofessionals and other support staff in helping students with reading strategies
17) Evaluate appropriateness of hosting the K-12 County Center programs (Hearing Impaired)
18) Evaluate Lakeview’s participation in shared instructional programs
*Changes to State testing structure may alter the status of these goals outside the control of administration
**Rank lists of local comparable schools will be a way to consider achievement independent of State testing structure
Social & Emotional Development of Students
Support students in becoming well-rounded, responsible citizens through extra-curricular activities, volunteering, and personal development opportunities.
Administrative Objectives:
1) Partner with City of St. Clair Shores and other district school leaders in developing a community that demonstrates tolerance and acceptance of diversity.
a) Provide opportunities and organize student group at LHS
b) Provide opportunities and organize student group at JMS
2) Expand service learning, extra-curricular, and volunteerism opportunities for students that help develop mature behavior and expected workplace skills and attitudes
3) Implement/evaluate proactive student programming to reduce discipline and behavior problems.
a) Evaluate effectiveness of PBS implementation at all levels
b) Evaluate effectiveness of in-house suspension alternatives at LHS (volunteering instead of OSS)
c) Evaluate Yellow and Red Ribbon Week activities (bullying, drug use, suicide, etc.)
Community Relations
Develop high levels of community involvement.
Administrative Objectives:
1) Implement ideas of 2010-11 Focus Groups with respect to District Strategic Plan
2) Continue to engage in outreach activities with local business and community leaders
3) Orient/train new administrative staff in all district expectations
4) Obtain parent perceptions through surveys and/or focus groups in the area of:
a) Student transitions
b) Honors/gifted instructional program options
c) 8th Hour ASAP
d) LHS Credit Recovery
5) Continue media release campaign to inform the public and market the District
6) Continue to develop relationship with State Senator and Representative after election
7) Continue to develop working relationship with new City Manager
Facilities, Equipment & Materials
Maintain and enhance facilities, equipment, and instructional materials.
Administrative Objectives:
1) Complete implementation of 2008 Bond Fund projects including expansion of Jefferson office complex
2) Implement new HVAC Service Contract
3) Continue to improve teacher use of technology and software to maximize efficiency and instructional effectiveness
4) Evaluate large scale equipment/furniture needs and propose new equipment purchase schedule on priority basis.
a) Budget for replacement desks/chairs in student locations
b) Develop long-term budgeting plan for capital/building infrastructure needs
c) Continue teacher “application” process for new technology implementation at all levels
5) Continue acquisition of technology-related equipment under the Technology Plan, 2009-2012
6) Confirm status of schedule for roof, parking lot and other facility replacement, by year, and plan with the Board
Financial Stability
Regularly align financial resources with district priorities.
Administrative Objectives:
1) Implement changes to Employee Master Agreements and Contracts that expire in 2015 (benefits, LOA, etc.)
a) Teacher b) Principal c) Paraprofessional
d) Secretary e) Food Service f) Exempt/Central
4) Update long-range capital expenditure plan through 2016 (relates to F,E&M #4 above)
5) Implement central staff job tasks changes and monitor effectiveness
6) Evaluate all support service roles for efficiency and effectiveness and/or address potential expanded staffing needs
a) Counselors/Social Workers (General education) b) Administrators
c) Secretaries d) Paraprofessionals
2) Continue training food service staff on proper completion of federal paperwork requirements such as production records
3) Focus food service staff on containment of food costs
4) Implement shared school/district services and efficiencies to maximize State funding/revenue
5) Continue to advocate for public schools with State officials
6) Evaluate School of Choice program status against available space and revenue needs and investigate alternatives
Board approved 9/06/11