Desi Edwards

The board received an annual health report from the school nurses and approved a revised memorandum of understanding with the local police department for school resource officers, including a budget amendment to add a third officer. Bids for milk, bread, and food services were awarded to various vendors. Additionally, the board approved the annual school choice resolution and discussed the request for qualifications process for architectural firms. Following an executive session, the board accepted several staff resignations and approved various new hires and position transfers.

The 2021-2022 School Improvement Plan for East Pointe Elementary School addresses identified weaknesses in Reading, Science, and Math. The plan sets goals to increase the percentage of on-grade level readers by 14% and ensure a minimum of 80% mastery of essential standards in reading and math for K-4 students. Key strategies include ongoing RISE Professional Development for teachers, collaborative team planning with common assessments, data-driven intervention based on the science of reading, and a multi-tiered intervention system. Evaluation involves state-mandated screeners, common summative and formative assessments, NWEA MAP Growth assessments, and continuous monitoring of student data to ensure high levels of learning and mastery of essential standards.

This School Improvement Plan for Westwood Elementary outlines strategies to address identified weaknesses in Reading and Science. The primary goals are to increase the percentage of students reading on grade level by 7% and ensure that a minimum of 80% of K-4 students achieve mastery of essential standards in reading and math. The plan emphasizes implementing Science of Reading principles through ongoing professional development and instructional practices, establishing a guaranteed and viable curriculum, and utilizing multi-tiered intervention systems based on continuous data analysis and collaborative team efforts.

The board discussed and took action on several key initiatives, including a partnership application for a new elementary school at Chaffee Crossing, the initiation of an architectural RFP process, and updated state policies. Revisions to student handbooks were approved along with adjustments to lunch prices. The board reviewed a state-mandated discipline report, approved a contract for student insurance for the upcoming academic year, and adopted school improvement plans. Additionally, various purchase orders were authorized, board member terms and officer positions were organized, and personnel actions including sabbatical leaves, resignations, and new hires were finalized following an executive session.

This document outlines a Three Year Action Plan designed to address identified needs within the district. The plan establishes strategic pillars focused on recruiting and retaining a diverse and representative educator workforce. Additionally, it aims to increase the number of students, with an emphasis on minority races and ethnicities, who pursue careers in education. The plan details specific goals, action steps, responsible personnel, and target dates to achieve these objectives.