Vicki Sparks

The board meeting agenda included the recognition of Panther Pride Award winners from Angie Grant Elementary and Benton High School, public commentary, and the review of various consent items, such as the monthly financial report, a report to the public, legal transfers, an Aramark invoice, and a contract disclosure. Additionally, the meeting featured informational updates, including a superintendent report and a student achievement report, followed by action items regarding the fiscal school budget, personnel matters, and a resolution.

The Ringgold Elementary School Student Services Plan articulates the functions of its student services program, aiming to provide comprehensive and coordinated support to all students. This building-based plan addresses needs identified by parents, teachers, principals, students, and other agencies, covering areas such as governing law, guidance and counseling, psychological services, social work, occupational and placement services, conflict resolution, anti-bullying activities, health services, school crisis plans, and support for at-risk students and those with special educational needs.

This Building-Based Student Services Program Plan outlines a comprehensive framework for providing coordinated student services to all students, addressing academic, social/emotional, and career development. Key components include guidance and counseling, psychological support, social work, occupational services, conflict resolution, anti-bullying initiatives, health services, and crisis planning. The plan aims to foster academic excellence, promote student well-being, and prepare students for post-secondary success by engaging every mind, fostering learning, and promoting continuous improvement.

This School Improvement Plan for Benton Junior High School outlines a commitment to providing a well-rounded education that fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and social development, empowering students to become responsible global citizens within a supportive and inclusive community. The plan is structured around two key goals: to enhance Math and ELA instructional practices by implementing data-driven decision-making strategies to achieve a 5% increase in student achievement scores, and to implement and enforce a positive behavior support system resulting in a 10% reduction in exclusionary disciplinary incidents. The plan aims to prepare students for success by promoting a love for learning, personal growth, and instilling values.

This plan outlines strategies to continuously enhance parental and family involvement in children's education and proactively meet family needs for supporting learning outside the classroom. Key areas include joint development with parent and teacher committees, comprehensive communication through various channels, coordination of community services and resources, building parent capacity through educational events and participation, and fostering staff development in family engagement. The plan incorporates school-wide goals such as increasing student reading and math proficiency by 10% on ACT Aspire and NWEA assessments.