River Oaks Elementary School IB World School General SDMC Meeting Fall 2018 Keri Fovargue, Ph.D. Head of School Dr. Keri Fovargue, Head of School

SCHOOL BACKGROUND Having opened its doors in 1928 in the heart of River Oaks, ROE boasts a rich history as an exceptional educational institution. 674 students grades K-5 63% Gifted and Talented IB World School Authorization, 2005 Vanguard Magnet designation, 1972 Active Parent Teacher Organization

DEMOGRAPHICS Students by Race/Ethnicity 5% African American 32% Asian 14% Hispanic 9% Two or more 39% White Students by Program 63% GT 11% At-Risk 17% Sped./504 4% Eco Dis 8% LEP 4% Title I Enrollment 44% Magnet Transfers 56% Zoned Students

Our Mission River Oaks Elementary School develops extraordinary learners through a program of differentiated, rigorous inquiry so that they may innovate and collaborate in a global society. The International Baccalaureate Primary years Programme provides our framework for the development of internationally-minded learners that embody the ten attributes of the IB learner profile: inquirers, knowledgeable, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced and reflective.

Our Core Beliefs All learners have the right to develop their gifts and talents. All learners benefit from project-based learning that fosters creativity and innovation. All learners deserve enrichment opportunities that stimulate intellectual, physical, and creative growth. All stakeholders (learners, staff, parents, and community members) play a vital role in the success of our school and thrive in a culture of mutual respect. Our Core Beliefs

PYP Updates and Self-Study Begins!

Let’s Celebrate IB World School Reauthorization (2018) Designated A+ by Children at Risk Texas Honor Roll School Odyssey of the Mind Honors Name That Book K-2 (2nd @ District) District Spelling Bee Winner Award Winning Chess Program UIL Honors in Academic Areas TEA Met Standard w/Distinctions Let’s Celebrate

2017 2018 99 93 100 95 94 90 98 96 97 APPROACHES 3rd Reading 3rd Math 4th Reading 94 4th Writing 90 98 4th Math 96 5th Reading 97 5th Math 5th Science

MASTERS PERFORMANCE 2017 2018 3rd Reading 77 59 3rd Mathematics 75 58 4th Reading 72 64 4th Writing 44 47 4th Math 67 73 5th Reading 71 5th Math 74 5th Science 57 42

Attendance In 2017-2018, we lost approximately $60,000

SIP INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS Goal Area 1: Student Achievement – Reading/Mathematics/Attendance During the 2018-19 school year, the percentage of all K-5 students reading at or above grade level will increase by 3% as measured by the EOY Universal Screener.   During the 2018-19 school year, 80% of 3-5th graders will make the Think 30 club, as determined by Think Through Math learning resource.

SIP BUDGETARY IMPACT Goal Area 1 Cont.: In the 2018-19 school year, average daily attendance will increase from 97.6% to 98% (by .4%) as measured by ADA documentation. Goal Area 3: Special Populations- Gifted and Talented The number of GT zoned students will increase by 10% in kindergarten (from 50% to 60%).

PD Focus for 2018 Reader’s/Writer’s Workshop Everyday Mathematics Inquiry, Action and Philanthropy Differentiated Instruction with an emphasis on Inclusion and Dyslexia Intervention Gifted Education Plan for 425 Students

Looking Ahead Trends indicate ROE will continue to increase in zoned enrollment, and decrease in magnet enrollment. Trends indicate the ROE population will decline in the number of white students, and increase in minority populations following the trends of Houston, TX (based on Dr. Klineberg’s demographic study of Houston 30+ years) Curriculum changes may occur based on best practice and research such as meeting the needs of students who are dyslexic and limited English Proficient as these populations continue to increase over time. Budgeting for the future is significantly important as recapture decreases funding for ROE. Staff may be impacted over time with a reduction in some course offerings such as technology and science lab.