Meriwether County School District

This School Improvement Plan for Manchester High School outlines key goals and action steps for the 2025-2026 school year, based on a comprehensive needs assessment. It prioritizes increasing student achievement through effective instructional practices, improving student attendance and reducing tardiness, and providing consistent and meaningful professional development for teachers. The plan also addresses leadership effectiveness, professional capacity, family and community engagement, and fostering a supportive learning environment.

The Meriwether County School District aims to achieve an annual 3% increase in student performance on Georgia Milestones tests by 2026 through engaging, data-driven, and evidence-based instruction. The plan also focuses on establishing a positive school climate, fostering collaboration, and implementing structured disciplinary processes to attract and retain highly effective staff, targeting a 10% annual retention rate increase. Furthermore, it seeks to enhance stakeholder engagement in Title I surveys by 10% between Spring 2025 and Spring 2026 through improved communication and capacity-building activities.

This document outlines Manchester High School's goals for student achievement for the 2025-2026 school year, focusing on increasing student performance on the 2026 Georgia End-of-Course Tests and improving student attendance. It details a School-Parent Compact, defining shared responsibilities for the school, parents, and students to foster academic mastery through data-driven instruction and attendance initiatives. The document also incorporates Meriwether County School System's district goals, which include enhancing student achievement on the 2026 Georgia Milestones, cultivating positive school climates and retaining personnel, and increasing stakeholder engagement in Title I Surveys from 2025 to 2026.

This District Improvement Plan for Meriwether County School District establishes a roadmap to enhance student achievement and post-secondary outcomes, foster social and emotional growth, and build staff capacity. Key areas of focus include attracting, developing, and retaining high-quality educators, alongside strengthening purposeful school and community partnerships to improve family engagement. The plan aims to create a safe and welcoming environment for all stakeholders, ultimately advancing the district's appeal and educational success.

This document outlines the purpose and use of Title I funds at Manchester High School, emphasizing their role in ensuring equal educational opportunities and helping all students meet state standards. It details how the school utilizes Title I funds for family engagement resources, afterschool tutoring, technology, instructional software, and staff salaries. The plan also specifies school goals for the 2025-2026 academic year, focusing on increasing student performance on Georgia End-of-Course Tests, improving student attendance, and enhancing professional development. Key areas include stakeholder involvement, parent and family engagement activities, and various communication methods to foster student success.