Brenda Austin

This document outlines the Virginia Department of Education's statewide approach to school improvement, focusing on a four-step process: current state analysis, planning and prioritization, implementation/monitoring/accountability, and progress reporting/reflection. The plan emphasizes organizational restructuring, strategic funding, and effective, evidence-based practices to measurably improve student outcomes. It highlights stakeholder engagement, resource equity, and continuous monitoring to support lasting improvements in schools.

This Multi-year School Support Plan for Dinwiddie Elementary outlines a systematic approach to school improvement, focusing on a four-step process from analysis to accountability. The plan prioritizes enhancing student outcomes in Reading, Math, and Science mastery, with specific attention to Students With Disabilities, through the consistent implementation of evidence-based strategies, aligned instruction, and multi-tiered systems of support. It also emphasizes stakeholder engagement, strategic resource allocation, and addressing resource inequities to foster long-term student success.

This document outlines a systemic multi-year school support plan from the Virginia Department of Education to improve student outcomes across the Commonwealth. It details a statewide approach focusing on organizational structure, funding priorities, and effective practices, alongside a four-step process for school improvement: current state analysis, planning, implementation, and reporting. The plan requires schools, particularly those identified for Comprehensive Support and Improvement or Additional Targeted Support and Improvement, to develop multi-year support plans and engage in a dedicated planning year. Its intended outcomes are to measurably improve student achievement, foster long-term success, and strengthen teaching and learning through evidence-based strategies and addressing resource inequities.

The Dinwiddie County Public Schools Technology Plan for 2023-2028 focuses on enhancing personalized and equitable student learning experiences through technology, supporting innovative professional learning for educators, creating cultures of change through innovative leadership practices, and providing a secure and robust infrastructure. Key areas of focus include promoting meaningful learning experiences, empowering educators with technology-based resources, fostering technology-rich environments, and ensuring equitable access to technology for all students and staff.

The meeting involved discussions and actions on personnel matters, student disciplinary issues, and legal matters including property rezoning and a legal settlement related to a bus accident. A personnel list was approved, and decisions were made regarding student disciplinary actions and a religious exemption for compulsory school attendance. Sharon B. Yates was recognized for 41 years of service. Expenditure reports were approved, along with the minutes of a previous meeting. A decision on changing the November board meeting date was tabled. The board approved changing the exploratory grade for rising 6th graders. Information was shared on Title III, an upcoming iDCPS conference, credit recovery initiatives, and student transition programs. A discussion took place regarding the use of the Multi-Purpose Center at Virginia State University for the 2017 high school graduation. Citizen comments included information on VFW programs benefiting students and teachers. Finally, updates were provided on the Rowanty program.