Candiece Arrington

This plan outlines Allen Independent School District's strategy to meet new teacher certification requirements and reduce the number of uncertified educators by the 2029-2030 school year. Key initiatives include establishing partnerships with educator preparation programs like Teachworthy and Teachers of Tomorrow, implementing a 'Grow Your Own' program (Allen ACT), providing financial support for Special Education Alternative Certification, and offering ongoing professional development and monitoring for uncertified teachers. The district aims to reduce uncertified teachers by at least 1% each school year through 2028-2029.

The Allen ISO School Health Advisory Council meeting included discussions on membership, mission, and purpose. A presentation was given on language barriers within Allen ISD, focusing on communication, technology access, cultural differences, and trust and safety, along with strategies to decrease these barriers. The council discussed unassigned stock emergency medication, specifically Naloxone and Albuterol, and a motion was made to recommend that the Board of Trustees adopt a Local Unassigned Stock Respiratory Medication Policy. The implications of a local unassigned stock epinephrine policy were also discussed, with further research planned for the next meeting.

This Campus Improvement Plan for Lowery Freshman Center focuses on three main goals: cultivating a culture of excellence, preparing students for future success in citizenship and college, career, or military, and empowering students to take ownership of their learning and achieve personal and academic growth. The plan details strategies to enhance student success, improve academic outcomes for diverse student populations, increase intervention opportunities, and foster a positive school environment.

The meeting included an introduction of new members, a review of the Emergency Operations Plan, a technology update, and a stadium security audit update. There was also a transportation update covering GPS system and camera updates, as well as a behavioral threat assessment pilot program. An executive session was held to discuss security devices or security audits.

This Campus Improvement Plan for Boon Elementary outlines a roadmap for the 2025-2026 academic year, focusing on three primary goals: cultivating a culture of excellence, preparing students for future success, and empowering students for personal and academic growth. Key initiatives include fostering collaborative relationships, engaging the community in future-oriented activities, and utilizing data-driven instructional strategies to enhance academic achievement across all student demographics.