Ashley McCann-Markham

The LakeVille Memorial High School School Improvement Plan (SIP) for the 2015-2016 school year addresses student achievement and system needs identified through a comprehensive needs assessment. The plan focuses on improving mathematics proficiency, reading comprehension, and student attendance. Specific strategies include consistent instructional delivery, interventions for at-risk students, supplemental instruction in mathematics, implementation of the Adolescent Accelerated Reading Initiative (AARI), promoting reading interest, fostering cognitive collaboration, and implementing attendance tracking, incentive programs, mentorship, and individual support plans. The plan also emphasizes using data to inform instruction, improving communication with stakeholders, and addressing achievement gaps. The school's notable achievements include being recognized as a Reward School - High Progress and its leadership in implementing the Genesee County Seat Time Waiver Program and Genesee County Virtual Summer School. Areas for improvement include enhancing communication, using data to inform instruction, addressing achievement gaps, and improving writing skills.

The LakeVille Community Schools District Improvement Plan (DIP) for the 2014-2015 school year focuses on improving student proficiency in mathematics, science, English Language Arts (ELA), and social studies. The plan also addresses the implementation of a vertically aligned K-12 curriculum and achieving long-term budget stability. Key strategies include providing timely interventions for struggling students, differentiating instruction using technology, and offering supplemental instruction and credit recovery programs. The plan emphasizes collaboration among staff, students, parents, and the community to achieve educational excellence and prepare students for success in a global society.

The meeting included updates on winter sports, approval of policies (0172, 1130, 2264, 3110, 3120.08, 4110, 5330.02, 5340, 5500, 6110, 6111, 6112, 6114, 6325, 6550, 7310, 7440.03, 7450, 7540.09, 8321), a conditional student reinstatement, updates from the superintendent on the band director, communication director, and Falcon Award candidates, and board comments on the giving tree. A donation of $5,000 to the athletic department was also approved.

The meeting included presentations, committee reports, and student reports. Key actions involved accepting the resignation of Superintendent Nathan Aquilina and appointing Kevin Walworth as interim superintendent. Financial approvals included roof repairs at Columbiaville Elementary, accounts payable, and a donation for the athletic department. Personnel actions included several hires and resignations. The board also approved several student release requests to other school districts and an Eagle Scout project.

The meeting included reports on winter sports, holiday concerts, NWEA testing, and the Talent Together program. Key approvals included resignations of several staff members, accounts payable totaling \$161,396.26, a memorandum of understanding with LakeVille Food Service, and the purchase of a CNC router for the wood shop. A closed session was held for superintendent evaluation, resulting in an "effective" rating. Future board member training on the superintendent evaluation system was also recommended.