Jan+3+2013

Today's meeting will address survey and student achievement data and review our progress on the AdvancED Standards and agency Improvement Goals. We will also hear from Stephanie Bernthal on the newly-developed Security and Crisis Management Plan and from Dennis, Ben, and Becky who participated in the Joplin Public Schools (Missouri) NNNC Trip.
 * Overview**
 * Data Schedule
 * Proposed External Review Schedule


 * AGENDA-At-A-Glance**
 * 9:15am Jeff - School Stakeholder Survey & Staff Perception Survey (results analysis and comparison)
 * Department Review Schedule (announce dates/times, confirm format)
 * 9:45am Cristen - Standards (ongoing review, recommendations for improvement)
 * 10:30am Patty - Vision & Direction/Goals (annual review)
 * 11:15am Jeff - Student Assessment Data (analysis)
 * 1) Lunch
 * 2) 1pm Stephanie - Security and Crisis Management Plan (review, recommendations for improvement)
 * 3) Dennis, Ben, Becky - Joplin HS (Missouri) Technology Report

>> //Review the overall scores from school district personnel and notice how our ratings compared.// >> (narrative responses) >> //Review Comments #335-459 on Question 43-45.//
 * EXPANDED AGENDA **
 * 1a. Staff Perception** **&** **Survey** **School Stakeholder Survey** **(results analysis and comparison)** 9:15am
 * Staff Perception Survey
 * //Review the overall scores on our self-assessment in addition to the comments on the three narrative questions.//
 * School Stakeholder Survey(multiple choice responses--comparison to Staff Perception Survey is included, narrative responses)
 * As a table group complete Discussion 1a.

> //Each Table will select a Department to review: Health Services, Media, Special Education, Staff Development, Technology, Nebraska ESU Coop// > //Review Comments #1-334 on Questions 37-42.. What follow-up responses should be prepared for the Department Review process?//
 * 1b. Department Review Schedule**
 * 2012-2013 Department Reviews
 * As a table group complete Discussion 1b for one Department.
 * Whole group discussion.


 * 2. Standards (ongoing review, recommendations for improvement)** 9:45am
 * Review and discuss the Indicators for your group's Standard. Rate our current level of performance according to the rubric for each indicator.
 * What is going well?
 * Where do we need to improve?
 * As a table group review responses from 1a and complete Discussion 2 for your assigned Standard.
 * Whole group discussion.

> **Current Purpose Statement:** //ESU #17 is committed to partnering with its schools by providing support and resources to enhance teaching and learning. // (May 1, 2007, affirmed May 18, 2012) > > **Current Mission Statement (Board Policy):** //The mission of ESU #17 is to provide innovation, leadership and services for each member school district so they are successful in reaching their targeted educational goals. // (Board Policy Article 1, Section 1B, August 11, 2009) This Mission is based on Nebraska Revised Statute 79-1204-2-C. > > **Current Vision Statement:** //ESU #17 will become a collaborative community addressing the academic, social, emotional, physical, and professional development needs of our stakeholders. We aspire to support overall student learning through continuous improvement and innovative practices in education. // (January 4, 2011, revised February 3, 2012) >
 * 3. Vision & Direction/Goals (annual review)** 10:30am
 * **// Our Purpose Statement identifies WHY we exist. //**
 * // Our Mission Statement explains HOW we will accomplish our Purpose. //
 * // Our Vision Statement describes WHAT we are aspiring to become. //
 * Review the current Purpose, Mission, and Vision statements for relevancy. Has anything changed in the educational landscape or in our own demographics that should be considered?
 * As a table group complete Discussion **3a**.
 * Whole group discussion.

> **Current Improvement Plan Goals:** >>
 * // Our Improvement Plan articulates specific actions we are taking, based on data, to demonstrate our Purpose and to live our Vision. //
 * **Provide resources and professional development opportunities to support all learners. (October 28, 2011) **
 * **Use data to provide direction and demonstrate effectiveness. (October 28, 2011) **
 * Review the current goals. What outcomes/conditions must occur in order for the goals to be considered "met"?
 * Based on Discussions 1a, 1b, and 2, what potential goal areas should be considered that align with our Purpose, Mission, and Vision?
 * As a table group complete Discussion 3b.
 * Whole group discussion.

> // Use these questions to guide your analysis of the data: //
 * 4. Student Assessment Data (analysis)** 11:15am
 * MAP, NeSA, and ACT performance data
 * 1) How did students perform at the individual grade levels?
 * 2) Are there any concerns about performance at any of the grades?
 * 3) Are students making progress? Adequate progress? What trends are noticeable?
 * 4) How does student performance compare across subgroups?
 * 5) What questions do you have that may require analyzing additional data?
 * 6) What can/should the ESU do to support student learning?
 * Whole group discussion: What implications do Student Assessment Data have regarding agency goals? Discussion 4.


 * 5. LUNCH**


 * 6. Security and Crisis Management Plan (review, recommendations for improvement)** 1pm
 * Security and Crisis Management Plan


 * 7. Joplin HS Missouri Technology Report**