Funding for CMSD Strategic Development Initiative provided by: The Cleveland Foundation and The George Gund Foundation CMSD Academic Transformation Plan Briefing Package – Ginn Academy

2 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt Why are we here today? Provide an overview of CMSD's Academic Transformation Plan Why transformation, Why now? What can you expect after our transformation is complete? Share our vision for CMSD's High School portfolio of schools Discuss what the transformation plan means for your school and your neighborhood Provide an opportunity for you to have your questions addressed

3 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt Graduation rate meets OH state benchmark (currently 90%) Average ACT score: 19 or better 1 100% of schools Continuous Improvement or better –50% schools Effective or better –100% of schools with positive growth indicators Transformational labor/ management relationships praised nationally for driving positive academic results Stable enrollment trend and 80-90% capacity utilization Improved student centered culture 2 Plan goals link to expectations and measurable outcomes Entire city plays a role in helping CMSD meet ambitious goals Embed 21 st century skills into all teaching and learning Grow strong, entrepreneurial principals Implement effective performance review processes that center on student achievement Strengthen community partnerships to support students and schools Deepen connection between schools and homes Transform at a pace that builds lasting support Quality schools in every neighborhood Accountability for all High-quality principals and teachers Expand what works, rethink what doesn't 21 st century graduates Right-size the district Attract and retain students and families Goals for transformation Examples of how we will raise expectations Example 2015 measures of success 1. Would meet the Broad Foundation district benchmark for average ACT score in large districts, a significant improvement from CMSD average score of 16 in Defined by Conditions for Learning Survey

4 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt The vision for CMSD's high school portfolio of schools Plan elements CMSD will build a system of high schools that breaks down comprehensive schools over time into academies that focus on teaching and support for students Teaching real-world coursework (hands-on project learning) that motivates students Supporting the transition to 9th grade with a clearly articulated (or research-based) program to prepare students for high school success Implementing research-based models that are supported by proven networks and providers CMSD’s high schools will take different transition paths to build the vision Some will build a separate 9 th grade academy to focus support for 9 th graders’ transition Some will open 3-4 academies that encompass 9-12 th grade Many of these will partner with proven providers and networks for support (eg, New Tech, Facing History) CMSD will develop options for students who have fallen behind, as well as those who need a greater challenge, e.g. Advanced Placement (AP) Academy to challenge all students Negotiated Curriculum Programs to provide an individualized pathway to college readiness Over time, we will implement a choice system, where students select the high school that best matches their needs Plan will address needs in each of three regions, recognizing students seek options close to home All will be accomplished in a right-sized high school system with 80-90% occupancy system-wide Safely transitioning students to a school that can provide a better academic experience Ensuring existing high quality academic programs are not put at risk

5 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt High school academies will create choices for students Creating scalable models and partnering to bring quality programs to schools Academies will be matched to schools in 2010 as quality partnerships are formed and innovative educators are identified to lead Design principle of academiesExamples of models we are considering Build high school academy models that can be deeply supported in each of the three regions of the city –regions: West, Northeast, Southeast Advanced Placement (AP) Academies to stretch rigorous coursework "Negotiated Curriculum" Academies that encourage students to take ownership (eg, like a college independent study) 9 th grade academies supporting transition to high school Utilize city and district assets to partner with the schools to offer real work experiences STEM and science programs, partnering with local businesses (eg, like current GE or Cleveland Clinic partnerships) Fleet maintenance and other career tech programs aligned with city and district assets Partner with external education providers and networks to bring proven models to Cleveland New Tech (project-based learning), Facing History, College Board (Advanced Placement)

6 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt Plan includes recommendations to improve schools Definition of terms Breaks-down comprehensive high schools into new academies –Teachers apply to models that match skills –Strong principals lead each academy –Charters will be considered and beyond Includes one or more of following actions –Replace school leadership –Require teachers to reapply to school –Consider conversion to charter –Redesign academic program Repurpose schools Improve and expand programs in place –Add academies and programs to some schools after a planning year in 2010 –Strengthen programs and train leaders Provide additional resources, e.g. –Additional human capital support –Leadership training –Curriculum assistance Intensively support as "refocus schools" Maintain as "growth schools" Close school What it means in high school What it means in K-8 Depth of intervention Goal: Ensure quality schools in every neighborhood Relocate program (close building) Maintain current building, program, staff Set strong expectation for further improvement in academic outcomes Provide additional flexibility to continue improving performance Close building and reassign students Some successful programs will relocate to better utilize space and serve students

7 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt Ginn Academy – Detailed School Level Data Areas highlighted are below district average Facility demand (20%) Performance drivers (20%) Academic performance (40%) Scoring tool variables Report Card Rating (2008/2009) Performance Index (3 year growth rate) –2009 Academic Year 2008 CLS (% of students indicating "needs improvement") –Safe and respectful climate (%) –Social and emotional learning (%) –Challenge (%) –Student support (%) Teacher attendance rate (%) Student attendance rate (%) Major safety incidents (per 100 students) 2009 Enrollment Capacity utilization (%) District Avg. 76 Ginn Building Capacity: CI/CI Note: Ginn Academy opened in September 2007, therefore data is not available for all criteria in the scoring tool

8 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt Ginn Academy Recommendation and Rationale Relocate Recommendation Close current facility (Margaret Spellacy) Relocated program will anchor repurposed Glenville's gender academy approach Rationale Expands start-up to serve more students

9 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt Several options available for closed buildings Demolition Community Use/Purpose Available to High Performing Charter Schools Available for Future CMSD Use Sold for Private Purposes Develop Joint Venture with CMSD, City of Cleveland (Economic Development) and Private Investment

10 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Ginn - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt CMSD is proactively addressing safety and security concerns Ongoing series of meetings to discuss security concerns CMSD Division of Safety and Security Cleveland Police Department, Department of Community Relations Other law enforcement agencies Discussions with RTA and CMHA Collaboration between CMSD, police, and community stakeholders to: Identify problems, brainstorm solutions and mobilize resources Examples of ideas being considered Mobile patrols, "walking bus" program Parent patrols (posted around schools at target times) Engage Cleveland Police Department, Community services unit to assist with safe walking routes Continue humanware and hardware strategies (metal detectors, student ID's, etc.) Objective is to create a multi-agency enforcement partnership to provide a safe school experience