A+ Academy

This document details Inspired Vision Academy's school improvement strategy, which focuses on strengthening classroom management and rigorous instruction using the 'Get Better Faster' framework. The plan involves administrators conducting regular walkthroughs to provide targeted feedback and coaching on high-leverage instructional practices, ensuring students engage with meaningful content and diverse learning needs are met. Key components include dedicated professional learning community (PLC) time for instructional internalization and leveraging an Instructional Leadership grant for capacity building in data-driven instruction and school-wide culture routines. The strategy also outlines curriculum programs to be utilized through the 2025-2026 school year.

The board received reports on student growth, bond sales, the 2023 tax filing, charter renewal, and the ongoing police chief search. Appointments included a new principal for Inspired Vision Academy Secondary. Consent agenda items approved included records management, various inter-local contracts, student transport vehicle purchase, facility maintenance projects such as HVAC, foundation, and parking lot repairs, and new playground installations. Action items involved the approval of a Good Faith Resolution, UIL participation opt-out, the 2025-2026 student handbook, and a non-expansion amendment regarding grade level relocation. The board also conducted closed session discussions concerning personnel matters and the superintendent's evaluation.

The meeting included a Superintendent's report regarding student enrollment updates, lottery information, and student admission schedules. The board reviewed and signed the annual TEA Governance Report, received a presentation on K-2 BOY data, and confirmed the 2025 charter renewal submission. Consent agenda items included a group insurance amendment, multi-region purchasing cooperative participation, an update to the tuition reimbursement amount, and financial reports. Action items addressed the approval of a crisis and trauma response policy and updated Superintendent constraints. The board also held a closed session to deliberate on security devices and security audits.

The board meeting covered several critical items, including the swearing-in of a new board member and updates regarding charter renewals for both academies. The Superintendent provided reports on student enrollment, the STAAR Interim assessment data, attendance, and various school programs. Actions taken included the approval of an expansion amendment, the academic calendar for 2025-2026, and targeted improvement and campus improvement plans for both elementary and secondary school campuses. Additionally, the board deliberated on personnel matters and school safety assessments during a closed session, and reviewed vendor approvals for Erate services.

This Campus Improvement Plan for A+ Academy Elementary outlines strategies to enhance educational outcomes, focusing on several key areas. It aims to support teacher growth and effectiveness through instructional leadership, regular observations, professional learning communities (PLCs), and ongoing professional development. The plan emphasizes implementing data-driven instruction to close academic learning gaps across all grade levels, with a specific focus on emergent bilingual and special education students. Additionally, it seeks to foster a positive school culture by establishing effective and uniform school-wide routines, addressing student social-emotional needs through dedicated programs, and enhancing staff recruitment and retention efforts to ensure consistent, high-quality instruction.