1. Marion School Board Meeting MSD Central Office Board Room 6:00 p.m 6:00 p.m.

2. It is the mission of the Marion School District to provide our students with a basic program of instruction so that they will acquire the academic, social, and decision- making skills needed to become productive citizens in our rapidly changing technological world.

3. We recognize individual differences in students and believe that all children can learn. We strive to meet their needs and interests by offering a balanced curriculum and creating an atmosphere conducive to learning.

4. President Mr. A. Jan Thomas, Jr. Vice-President Mr. Steve A. Sutton Secretary Rev. Jeffrey Richardson Mr. Wm. Bart TurnerMs. Darrylee Arms Mr. Brian ProffittMr. Daryel Jackson

5. Superintendent Mr. Don Johnston Deputy Superintendent Mr. Jeff Altemus Director of Elementary Education K-5 Dr. Robin A. Catt Director of Secondary Education 6-12 Mr. Hugh Inman

6. Federal Programs Ms. Julie Coveny Special Education Ms. Sue McQuay Ms. Helen Johnson Technology Coordinator Mr. Tim Taylor Technology Trainer Ms. Nancy Hardy

7. Maintenance & Custodial Services Mr. Dusty Duncan Athlete Director Mr. Paul Johnston Food Services Ms. Susan MadisonTransportation Mr. Doyle Jones Health Services Ms. Leslie Brick

8. MSDRTI/School Psychology Specialist MSDRTI/School Psychology Specialist AES 1 First Grade AES 1 First Grade MIS1 Special Education MIS1 Special Education

9. MJHSSpecial Education Paraprofessional MHSPlato Lab Paraprofessional

10. 2013-2014 Adding Areas of Licensure: 6 Special Education Teachers 6 Special Education Teachers 1 Middle Level Teacher 1 Middle Level Teacher 1 Social Studies Teacher 1 Social Studies Teacher 1 Counselor 1 Counselor 2 Media Specialist 2 Media Specialist 2013-2014 All core content teachers are highly qualified.

11. Marion School District continues to use TalentEd, Recruit, & Hire as MSD’s on-line application service to better serve our applicants and to provide our district with intuitive software to recruit, hire, develop, and retain the best teachers and leaders possible to positively increase student achievement. Marion School District increased Marion Intermediate School’s minority teacher percentage from 7% to 9%. Marion School District hired a minority Special Education teacher at Marion Intermediate School with a MSE in Special Education. Marion School District promoted a minority assistant principal from Marion Middle School to Marion Junior High School.

13. All MSD board members received last year’s required annual training by December, 2012, and will have completed this year’s required hours by December 31, 2013. In accordance with Act 1775 of 2005, all members of a local school board of directors who have served on the board for twelve (12) or more consecutive months shall obtain no less than six hours of training and instruction by December 31 of each calendar year.

14. Marion School District provided 399 hours of professional development between June 1, 2012 and August 16, 2013. Marion School District provided 399 hours of professional development between June 1, 2012 and August 16, 2013. Teachers were able to earn at least 42 hours of the required 60 hours before school began. Teachers were able to earn at least 42 hours of the required 60 hours before school began. Our Instructional District Technology Trainer offers our staff technology professional development throughout the year: New Teacher Orientation, i-Pad Apps, Tips and Tricks for the i-Pad, Interactive Websites, Websites for CCSS Lessons, TAC/HAC, etc. Our Instructional District Technology Trainer offers our staff technology professional development throughout the year: New Teacher Orientation, i-Pad Apps, Tips and Tricks for the i-Pad, Interactive Websites, Websites for CCSS Lessons, TAC/HAC, etc.

15. Schools Avondale Elementary Marion Elementary Marion Intermediate Marion Middle Marion Jr. High Marion High & Crittenden Prep Academy 13-14 4291 students PK- 12 311.5 Certified Teachers & Administrators 209 Classified Employees

16. Miles Traveled in 12-13: Miles Traveled in 12-13: 340,870 miles for regular daily routes 62,889 miles for trips 7,131 miles for after-school program 9,546 miles for summer school Meals Served in 12-13: 709,875 meals served to students 20,618 meals served to adults 49,543 meals contracted and served

17. Annual Measureable Objectives (AMOs) Targeted Achievement Gap Group (TAGG) Classification System:  Exemplary  Achieving  Needs Improvement  Needs Improvement Focus  Needs Improvement Priority

18. Schools no longer have to focus on meeting Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) – a single measure, assigned arbitrarily that was the same for everyone regardless of where they were starting from or the challenges in their student population. Instead, we look at performance, growth, and graduation rate (for high schools) and establish Annual Measureable Objectives (AMOs) that are unique to each school. Each school and school district is assigned AMOs based on student growth, student performance, and graduation rate (for high schools). By looking at the data in different ways, schools gain clarity regarding the areas in which improvement efforts should be focused.

19. Targeted Achievement Gap Group (TAGG) – one population group which includes: Economically disadvantaged Students with disabilities English language learners It only takes 25 students to make a TAGG group. Eliminates multiple counting of students who are in more than one subgroup.

20. Grade Levels Pre-K Kindergarten FirstEnrollment 759 Students PK-1 51.5 Certified Teachers & Administrators Principal Mrs. Glenda Bryan Assistant Principal Mrs. Kristi Rice

21. Status: Accredited by ADE and Advanced All 2013-14 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. One (1) teacher is currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Achieving in both Literacy and Math (AES receives designation from MES.)

22. Continued Implementation of Common Core State Standards *Reading Street *DISTAR *My Math *All are researched based programs aligned to CCSS

23. Promote the vision at AES that ALL students can be successful learners and can strive for excellence.

24. Continue professional learning communities that embrace learning rather than teaching, work collaboratively to help all students learn, and use data from formative and summative assessments to make decisions concerning curriculum and instruction. (Defour, Eaker, and DuFour)

25. Continue to use positive reinforcement strategies and implement behavior interventions to reduce inappropriate behavior in the classroom. (Canter, McLeod, Dr. Joe Martin)

26. Provide Response to Intervention (RtI) to small groups of students in need of help academically and/or behaviorally.

27. Use the Teacher Excellence Support System (TESS) to support high yield teaching strategies and authentic student engagement in learning. Use the Teacher Excellence Support System (TESS) to support high yield teaching strategies and authentic student engagement in learning.

28. Continue with guided reading in the literacy curriculum for both kindergarten and first grade

29. Continue to promote parental and community involvement through our HEART Committee (Helping Educate And Reach (kids) Together), Watch D.O.G.S. and Magnificent M.O.M.S. programs. Continue to promote parental and community involvement through our HEART Committee (Helping Educate And Reach (kids) Together), Watch D.O.G.S. and Magnificent M.O.M.S. programs. Watch Dog Dad Magnificent Mom Parent Night

30. Use communication tools such as Newsletters, Calendars, notes, and School Messenger messages to provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so parents know what they need to do to help their children be successful in school.

31. Continue use of technology resources to enhance student learning (SmartBoards, SmartTable, mobile laptop computer labs, iPads, iPods, and netbooks) Continue use of technology resources to enhance student learning (SmartBoards, SmartTable, mobile laptop computer labs, iPads, iPods, and netbooks) Continue use of HeadSprout, Education City, Starfall, Reading Eggs, IXL Math, Accelerated Reader software Continue use of HeadSprout, Education City, Starfall, Reading Eggs, IXL Math, Accelerated Reader software

32. Implement the use of iPads in the classrooms to enhance student learning. *Each teacher has an iPad for use in her classroom at this time. We have added 260 mini iPads to be used in RtI and project-based learning. Many of our teachers have secured additional devices through grants by Donors Choose.

33. With 2013-14 Title I funds we propose to add to the number of devices. Our goal is to eventually get a device in the hands of every student.

34. Grade Levels Second ThirdEnrollment 598 Students 2-3 42 Certified Teachers & Administrators Principal Ms. Natalie Rooney Assistant Principal Mr. Jon Fulkerson

35. Status: Accredited by ADE and AdvancED All 2013-14 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. Two (2) teachers are currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Achieving School in both Literacy and Math

36. AYP Reports were replaced in 2012 with ESEA Accountability reports. Schools & Districts will be held accountable for their All Students and Targets Achievement Gap Group (TAGG) for the purpose of designation.

37. You must test 95% of all students (including mobile) to meet percent tested. You will be a “Needs Improvement School” the first year you do not test 95% in Math or Literacy.

38. You can be classified as Achieving through one year, or three years in performance or growth (where applicable). In order to be designated as Achieving for Literacy or Math, a school/district must meet the projected AMO or 94% proficien t ESEA TAGG information is provided as well. Your percent proficient must meet or exceed your AMO. We did not meet performance for “All Students” in Literacy only. – RED. Schools can meet or exceed their AMOs in growth. MES meet their AMOs for “All Students” and “Targeted Achievement Gap Groups” - GREEN.

39. Become Bucket Fillers by giving sincere compliments, helping without being asked, and genuinely showing kindness and respect to others. To make bucket filling a habit and a way of life, resulting in individuals with full buckets who are healthy mentally, emotionally, and socially. Have you filled a bucket today? Continue to implement Failure Free Reading Program to enhance student fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension for SPED and students performing in the bottom 10%. Our Failure Free students reading levels grew from instructional reading level pre test score of a 1.1 to 2.7, and growth of +1.7. Bookmark club - BMC is our morning reading club. It is available to 3 rd grade students who need extra support in Literacy Skills: phonemic awareness, phonics, comprehension, vocabulary and/or fluency. Students work in small groups of 4-8 to strengthen their skills.

40. Use effective strategies for working with parents by sending home Weekly Book Bags with activities to increase vocabulary and enhance reading comprehension skills for parents and students to work together. Continue to use technology through the use of the Smart Boards, Computer Lab, Smart Response Systems, iPods, Portable Notebook Lab, iPads, and Front Row Sound Systems. Through the Accelerated Reader Program, MES students passed 72,383 test and earned 42,388 points last year. The average book level was at a 3.3 level, with 89.6% correct on tests. Our goal this year is also to meet the criteria for Master Classroom and Master School.

41. Continue to promote parental involvement through our PEACE Volunteer Program (Parents Experiencing Awesome Children Everyday) and Watch D.O.G.S. program. Continue to promote parental involvement through our PEACE Volunteer Program (Parents Experiencing Awesome Children Everyday) and Watch D.O.G.S. program. Continue to implement the CCSS in literacy, using six units to teach the learning expectations. Math skills are taught using On Core and the CGI (Cognitively Guided Instruction) mathematical approach. CGI allows students to construct strategies for themselves when given a word problem. Continue to implement the CCSS in literacy, using six units to teach the learning expectations. Math skills are taught using On Core and the CGI (Cognitively Guided Instruction) mathematical approach. CGI allows students to construct strategies for themselves when given a word problem. Promote the mission at MES that ALL students will become productive citizens in an ever changing world. Promote the mission at MES that ALL students will become productive citizens in an ever changing world.

42. Grade Levels Fourth FifthEnrollment 653 Students 4-5 43 Certified Teachers & AdministratorsPrincipal Ms. Julie Molloy Assistant Principal Ms. Debbie Reginelli

43. Status: Accredited by ADE and AdvancED All 2013-14 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. Two (2) teachers are currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Overall designation is Needs Improvement School; (Achieving in Literacy & Needs Improvement in Math)

45. Response to Intervention (RtI)period for every student in math. Focused instruction for those who are in need based on universal screening assessments. Writer’s Workshop sessions under the direction of MIS Literacy Facilitator for students who scored Basic or Below on 2013 Benchmark Test. A grant from “Reflex Math” provides electronic fact practice with built in assessments and progress monitoring for 35 of the most in-need students.

46. Teachers continue to provide relevant, regular Benchmark practice in the content areas of Math, Reading and Science. Classroom teachers work together regularly in PLCs as content specialists in specific subject areas for more efficient and effective instruction.

47. Instructional Assistants are used to assist the in delivery of RtI services… IAs’ schedules allow them to help daily in the same math classes for consistent assistance. IAs work with Math teachers for small group specialized RTI services 3 times per week. IAs assist teachers with special classroom activities when 2 sets of hands are needed. IAs allow teachers to attend PLC meetings by covering their classrooms.

48. Grade Levels Sixth SeventhEnrollment 646 Students 6-7 45 Certified Teachers & Administrators Principal Ms. Carissa J. Lacy Assistant Principal Mr. Adam O’Neal Assistant Principal Mr. Blake Owen

49. Status: Accredited by ADE and AdvancED All 2012-13 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. Two (2) teachers are currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Overall designation is Needs Improvement School; (Achieving in Literacy & Needs Improvement in Math)

51. Students who are not meeting proficiency in Literacy and/or Math are provided interventions. During school hours, Enrichment teachers will identify low Student Learning Expectations and provide a mini lesson with leveled practice and monitor student progress. Students utilize the “Mathletics” program in the Tools for Learning Class. In addition, students are able to access the Interactive Online Math textbook to assist with areas of need. Teachers use data from The Learning Institute to progress monitor students and plan interventions.

52. Administrators will continue using classroom walkthroughs to support high yield teaching and learning strategies. Professional Learning Communities (P.R.I.D.E.) will continue to meet weekly to discuss high yield teaching strategies and analyze student data to increase the achievement of all students.

53. Each content area is represented on the Campus Leadership Team. The CLT meets monthly to discuss areas of improvement and gain at MMS. Prior to the Benchmark Week, MMS will participate in a Benchmark Blitz to get students excited and prepared for the benchmark exam.

54. Grade Levels Eighth NinthEnrollment 694 Students 8-9 50 Certified Teachers & AdministratorsPrincipal Mr. Elmer West Assistant Principal Mr. Willie Rogers Dean of Students Mr. Melvin Brown

55. Status: Accredited by ADE and AdvancED All 2013-14 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. Accountability Designation: Overall designation is Needs Improvement School; (Needs Improvement in Literacy & Achieving in Math)

57. Students not at proficient level in Literacy take an in-class Literacy tutorial course during school hours in addition to the regular Language Arts class. Students not at proficient level in Literacy take an in-class Literacy tutorial course during school hours in addition to the regular Language Arts class. Students at MJHS participate in a Vocabulary program. All faculty members have been trained in the Academic Vocabulary method that helps raise comprehension and achievement in various subject areas. Students at MJHS participate in a Vocabulary program. All faculty members have been trained in the Academic Vocabulary method that helps raise comprehension and achievement in various subject areas.

58. Teachers have developed and implemented plans to increase scores on the Benchmark exam in the area of open response questions DEAR: MJHS has implemented the Drop Everything and Read program to support the overall academic program.

59. Grade Levels Tenth Eleventh Twelfth Crittenden Prep AcademyEnrollment 929 Students 10-12 69 Certified Teachers & Administrators Principal Mr. Steve Landers Assistant Principals Mr. Jim Marotti Mr. Clint Williams Ms. Connie Simpson Dean of Students Mr. Irving Clay

60. Status: Accredited by ADE and AdvancED All 2013-14 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. Three (3) teachers are currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Needs Improvement Focus School in both Literacy and Math

62. We are continuing the strategies that yielded significant growth in recent years. A seminar period was created to target students with academic needs that are unable to participate in after-school activities. Class Schedules were modified to lower class sizes in critical subject areas. We are meeting twice monthly in our PLC’s to strengthen teaching strategies to reach all students to strengthen literacy and math skills.

63. Changes for 13-14 Installed new Crittenden Prep Academy Principal & Director MHS Cafeteria is utilized by the ALE students with ALE students using student IDs. Information for 12-13 Information for 12-13 Served 51 students Served 51 students from MSD Graduated 6 seniors from MHS Graduated 6 seniors from MHS Principal Mr. Steve LandersDirector Mr. Clint WilliamsTeachers 5 full time 2 part-time 2 paraprofessionals 1 teacher currently working under an Additional Licensure Plan

64. K-3 Enrichment (Ms. Leah Schmidt) 4 th - 5 th Self-Contained with Cluster Grouping 6 th - 7 th Pre-AP: English, Math, Science, and Social Studies 8 th Pre-AP: Pre-AP English, Pre-AP Social Studies, Pre-AP Science, Algebra I 9th Pre-AP: Pre-AP English, Pre-AP Physical Science, Pre-AP Civics/Economics, Geometry 10 th Pre-AP: Pre-AP English, Pre-AP World History, Pre-AP Biology, Pre-AP Algebra II 11 th and 12 th Pre- AP and AP: Pre-AP Chemistry, AP English/Language, AP U.S. History, AP Statistics, AP Environmental Science, AP United States Government, AP World History, AP Chemistry, and AP Literature

65. Avondale Elementary, Marion Elementary, and Marion Intermediate are Title I school- wide schools that use federal Title I funds to pay for additional instructional staff and supplies. Title I funds are federal funds that cannot be used to pay for anything required by state or local laws. MSD’s Title I allocation for the 2013-14 school year: $1,403,073.21

66. Students are served based on academic need, not income levels. If a school has at least 40% of its students qualifying for the National School Lunch Program and has a plan to serve all students, it can become a Title I School-wide school that can serve all students at that school.

67. The ABC Preschool is a state funded program. The ABC Preschool is a state funded program. The student selection for the ABC Preschool program follows state guidelines. The student selection for the ABC Preschool program follows state guidelines. Marion’s ABC Preschool program is funded to serve 3 classrooms with 20 students each. Marion’s ABC Preschool program is funded to serve 3 classrooms with 20 students each. Marion’s ABC Preschool program employs 1 certified teacher and 1 paraprofessional for each ABC preschool classroom. Marion’s ABC Preschool program employs 1 certified teacher and 1 paraprofessional for each ABC preschool classroom.

68. Title II-A targets professional development for teachers and administrators. Title II-A targets professional development for teachers and administrators. The district’s Title II-A Teacher Quality program allocation this year is $182,272.37. The district’s Title II-A Teacher Quality program allocation this year is $182,272.37. Title II-A funds are used to pay ½ of the salary of our Instructional Technology Facilitator to assist teachers with curriculum and technology. Title II-A funds are used to pay ½ of the salary of our Instructional Technology Facilitator to assist teachers with curriculum and technology.

69. Parent centers are on each campus. Heart Beats: Heart Beats: Avondale Elementary Watch D.O.G.S.: Watch D.O.G.S.: Marion Elementary Avondale Elementary Avondale Elementary P.E.A.C.E.: Parents Experiencing Awesome Children Everyday P.E.A.C.E.: Parents Experiencing Awesome Children Everyday Marion Elementary Marion Elementary Career Action Planning: Marion Middle School Career Action Planning: Marion Middle School Marion Jr. High School Marion High School

70. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities and in the review and design of school improvement plans. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities and in the review and design of school improvement plans. Comments and suggestions are encouraged and may be submitted to the building principal or to: Comments and suggestions are encouraged and may be submitted to the building principal or to: PARENT COORDINATOR: Ms. Julie Coveny Marion School District 200 Manor Street Marion, AR 72364

71. The Marion School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. The Marion School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. Equity complaints may begin with the district's equity coordinators: Equity complaints may begin with the district's equity coordinators: EQUITY COORDINATORS: EQUITY COORDINATORS: Dr. Robin A. Catt (K-5) Mr. Hugh Inman (6-12) Dr. Robin A. Catt (K-5) Mr. Hugh Inman (6-12) Marion School District Marion School District Marion School District Marion School District 200 Manor Street 200 Manor Street 200 Manor Street 200 Manor Street Marion, AR 72364 Marion, AR 72364 Marion, AR 72364 Marion, AR 72364

72. In conclusion, we would like to thank the entire staff – bus drivers, substitutes, custodians, food services staff, maintenance crew, technology crew, secretaries, paraprofessionals, teachers, media specialists, counselors, instructional facilitators, and administrators – of the Marion School District for their dedication and continuous effort to make our schools safe and nurturing learning environments for our students. In addition, we would also like to thank our school board for your continuous support.