1. Oak Knoll Elementary School
Title I Meeting/State of the School Address/Curriculum Night
September 4, 2012
Angela K. Parham, Principal
Adrienne Grainger Smith, Assistant Principal

2. Oak Knoll Elementary School’s DREAM TEAM
Clinic Assistant
Parent Liaisons
Front Office Secretary
Data Clerk
Bookkeeper
Media Specialist
Psychologist
School Social Worker
Instructional Support Teacher
School Counselor
Instructional Coach
Curriculum Support Teacher
Assistant Principal
Pre-K Team
KDG Team
1st Grade Team
2nd Grade Team
3rd Grade Team
4th Grade Team
5th Grade Team
Special Education Team
Special Area Team/Tech Specialist
ESOL Team
EIP Team
TAG Team
Paraprofessionals

3. What is Title I?
Title I is the nation’s oldest and largest federally funded program.
It provides over $7 billion to school systems across the country for students at risk of failure and living at or near poverty.

4. What is the purpose of Title I funding?
The purpose of Title I funding is to ensure that all children have a fair, equal, and significant opportunity to obtain a high quality education and reach, at minimum, proficiency on challenging state academic standards and state academic assessments.
Schools with large concentrations of low-income students will receive supplemental funds to assist in meeting student’s educational goals . Low-income students are determined by the number of students enrolled in the free and reduced lunch program. For an entire school to qualify for Title I funds, at least 40% of students must enroll in the free and reduced lunch program.

5. How are Title I funds used?
The use of Title I funds rests with each school.
Oak Knoll’s Title I funds are used to:
Purchase Early Intervention Program (EIP) teacher in order to support struggling students
Provide Professional Development for Teachers (Consultant & Trainings)
Common Core Resources
Purchase ELA/Reading Coach
Extended Learning and Saturday School(3rd – 5th grades)
Parent Liaison & Parent Workshops
Parent Resources (supplies, books, periodicals & subscriptions)
Professional Learning for Principal & Assistant Principal

6. Parent Involvement Policy & Student Parent School Compact
Strategies to increase parental involvement
Weekly & Month Newsletters
Parent Workshops
Monthly Student on the Month Receptions
Volunteer Opportunities in School Events
Student Parent School Compact
As a student, I will…
As a parent, I will…
As a teacher, I will…
As a principal, I will…

7. 5th Grade Reading-CRCT

8. 5th Grade ELA-CRCT

9. 5th Grade Math-CRCT

10. 5th Grade Social Studies-CRCT

11. 5th Grade Science-CRCT

12. 5th Grade GA Writing Assessment

13. 4th Grade Reading-CRCT

14. 4th Grade ELA-CRCT

15. 4th Grade Math-CRCT

16. 4th Grade Social Studies-CRCT

17. 4th Grade Science-CRCT

18. 3rd Grade Reading-CRCT

19. 3rd Grade ELA-CRCT

20. 3rd Grade Math-CRCT

21. 3rd Grade Social Studies-CRCT

22. 3rd Grade Science-CRCT

23. 2nd Grade Instructional Assessment

24. 1st Grade Instructional Assessment

25. Our District’s Big, Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGS)
Graduation Rate – 90% of Fulton students will graduate on time
College Readiness – 85% of Fulton’s high school seniors will meet the average SAT score of the 25th percentile of students
Career Readiness – An aggressive percentage of students will meet an objective standard for work readiness in the areas of applied math, reading for information and locating information

26. How to do WE support the BHAGs?
EVERY teacher delivers quality instruction to meet the needs of EVERY student in EVERY classroom EVERY day.
College Daze on Wednesdays
College Fun Facts are read during announcements
Staff Wears College Paraphernalia
College info is posted outside of classrooms
Career Day
Careers on OK Live
Class of 20__ on Each Hall
College Display in Front Lobby

27. Narrative of Our School District
Performance Management
Strategic Plan (BHAGs)
Common Core Curriculum
Charter System

28. Oak Knoll’s School Improvement Plan Objectives
Improve student performance in Math (Numbers & Operations and Measurement)
Improve student performance in Reading (Informational Reading)
Improve student performance in Writing.

29. What is Curriculum?
Curriculum is defined as a plan for learning. It encompasses all the learning experiences a student encounters under the guidance of the school. Georgia is currently implementing a new standards-based, world-class curriculum for Reading and Mathematics in grades K-12 called the Common Core Georgia Performance Standards or CCGPS. The CCGPS outline clear expectations for what students should know and be able to do at each grade level and in each core subject. Interactive learning and hands-on experiences are central to the Board of Education’s vision for the effective delivery of instruction and increased emphasis on higher academic achievement for all children. All students in Kindergarten through Fifth grade receive curriculum instruction in the areas of Reading, Language Arts, Math, Social Studies and Science. 

30. What parents need to know about Common Core Georgia Performance Standards?
Georgia joined with 47 other states well over a year ago to develop a set of core standards for K-12 in English language arts and mathematics.
These standards provide a consistent framework to prepare students for success in college and/or the 21st century workplace.
These standards represent a common sense next step from the Georgia Performance Standards.
The Georgia State Board of Education adopted the CCGPS on July 8, 2010.

31. What does CCGPS mean for Georgia?
Students of Georgia:
 Rigorous knowledge and skills needed to succeed in college and/or careers
Consistent expectations across states, regardless of whether they decide to go to school at Georgia Tech or UCLA, or find a job in Georgia, Maine or Indiana
Relevant content and application of knowledge through high-order skills
Educators of Georgia:
Clear, focused expectations that assist them in being on the same page and working together with students and parents for shared goals
A common-sense next step that is aligned to our Georgia Performance Standards (GPS)
Taxpayers of Georgia:
Long-term potential savings on textbooks and instructional resources that come with consistent materials developed throughout the country

32. We believe effective teaching and increased parental involvement will help our students to EXCEED achievement goals.

33. New Guidelines for Volunteers
On July 1, 2012, Georgia law changed to include school volunteers in the group of people who are required to report any case of suspected child abuse or neglect. With these changes, school districts can better protect children and ensure their safety and well-being.
School Volunteers are now considered mandated reporters. A mandated reporter is someone who must notify DFCS within 24 hours of s/he suspects a child is being abused or neglected.
We are requesting that our volunteers attend an orientation session on either September 11 or 18, or contact our Parent Liaisons to receive the training after September 18.

34. Here are some strategies we are using to increase parental involvement:
Automated telephone call-out system (School Messenger) to notify parents of important school activities
Home Access: an online tool that will let you see your child’s progress at school.
Parent Resource Center
Parent Volunteers
Parent Workshops
Our weekly newsletter to parents
Monthly grade-level newsletters
PTA and LSAC

35. Positive Behavior Management and Discipline
Oak Knoll Elementary School
Adrienne Grainger Smith

36. Kindergarten

37. First Grade

38. Second Grade

39. Third Grade

40. Fourth Grade

41. Fifth Grade

42. School Wide-Discipline Plan School Rules
“Owl” show courtesy and respect for others.
“Owl” support and participate in the learning process.
“Owl” show respect for property.
“Owl” be prepared, ready to work an don task until finished.
“Owl” use safe and responsible conduct at all times.

43. Owl Behavior Color Coding
This system is used in the classrooms and the cafeteria.
Owl Card- Excellent Behavior
Blue Card- Warning
Green Card- Time Out
Yellow Card- Loss of Privilege
Red Card- Phone call or note home

44. Cafeteria
We will incorporate a golden spoon incentive for the classes that have A-1 behavior all week.

45. Link System
Students/classes can earn links by exhibiting appropriate behavior and receiving compliments.
Teachers give rewards once the class has reached a specified number of links (25).
The rewards should be created by the teacher and class.
Examples of Places where links can be earned
Hallway
Specials
Cafeteria

46. Owl Behavior Incentive Program
Students can earn Positive Behavior Point slips for exhibiting appropriate behavior.
The value of slips are designated in the same increments as real money ($1.00, $2.00, $5.00 and $10.00). 1 point = 1 dollar
Points/dollars can be saved and turned in for prizes/rewards.
Slips will double or triple in value during high traffic times (ex. week before or after a holiday)

47. Oak Knoll Elementary School Positive Behavior Matrix
Behavioral Expectations
Everywhere
Classroom
Playground
Cafeteria
Hallways
Bathrooms
Bus
Computer/ Mobile Lab
Be Respectful
Use kind words and actions
Participate appropriately in classroom activities.
Respect the differences and opinions of others.
Follow game rules and demonstrate positive sportsmanship
Respect equipment
Practice good table and line manners
Calm behavior at all times
Use inside voices
Use appropriate tone of voice
Keep hands/feet off walls and student work
Give people privacy
Be in your own space
Use appropriate language and gestures
Respect the driver
Respect property
Listen to and follow directions given by the teacher
Maintain set preferences
Be Responsible
Own your actions
Be attentive and prepared.
Complete your work.
Use respectful methods to solve problems
Return equipment
Clean your seating area
Know what you ordered and take that item
Calm, quiet behavior at all times
Flush toilet
Observe time limits (be quick)
Place towels in garbage
Keep bathrooms clean
Board your own bus unless you have a pass
Be on time
Keep the area clean
Log off your account when finished
Be Safe
Keep hands, feet, objects to self
Get adult help when you need it
Follow adult directions.
Keep to your own space.
Use materials/
equipment
appropriately.
Be aware of games and activities around you
No wrestling, play fighting, football, or rough play
Stay seated until dismissed
Keep food on your plate.
Clean up your spills.
Walk single file to allow others to pass
Walk directly to your destination.
Use soap and water for washing hands
Keep water in sink
Line up in single file to enter/exit the bus
Remain seated
Know your own space
Sit appropriately in your seat
Only use designated internet site
Be There and Care
Lend a helping hand
Put things where they belong.
Take care of the room.
Invite others to participate in games and activities
Share equipment and space
Help clean around you
Hold the door open for others
Inform adult of low supplies and other bathroom concerns
Keep the bus clean
Quietly assist the person next to you

48. Prizes $1.00- $2.00 $5.00 $10.00 Pull from treasure box
$1.oo credit at school store
Interest based free activity
$10.00
10 minutes extra recess/computer time
Raise and take down flag for two days
Choose mystery envelope/package

49. More Prizes $15.00 $20.00 Help with Student of the Month Program
Help during PE
Perform on Friday in cafeteria
$20.00
Guest appearance on OK Live
Lunch with staff member
If everyone in the class puts in 5 points, the class can play a kickball/basketball/volleyball game (coordinated by teacher and Coach Sanders)

50. Where are we going from here?
This year we will incorporate discipline related data in identifying areas of need.
Students will use the matrix to self monitor and correct behaviors.
Any feedback or suggestions for improving the program are welcomed and appreciated.

51. Grade-Level Meeting Rooms for Curriculum Sharing
Kindergarten Team: Room 15
1st Grade Team: Room 22
2nd Grade Team: Room 18
3rd Grade Team: Room 56
4th Grade Team: Room 44
5Th Grade Team: Room 32
Special Education Team: will meet with their assigned grade level
EIP Team: will meet with their assigned grade level
Special Area & ESOL Teams: Hallway & Answer Questions

52. Visit Classrooms 2 rotations – 15 minutes

53. Thank you for coming out and please enjoy the remainder of our Curriculum Night activities!!!