September 2015 Principal’s Report Our Mission To participate in God’s work by providing advocacy, resources and governance to St. Pius V and Holy Rosary Catholic Schools. These resources enable the schools to provide educational and spiritual opportunities to children and families regardless of financial situation or religious preference.

Enrollment Updates St. Pius V Grade 2014 enrollment 2015 enrollment # new students to St. Pius 2015 Changes from per grade level PK PK K Total New students

Enrollment Updates Holy Rosary Grade 2014 enrollment 2015 enrollment# new students to Changes from Holy Rosary per grade level PK PK K Total

Enrollment data continued St. PiusHoly Rosary Number of online applications received Number of new students accepted 5456 St. Pius St. Pius Holy Rosary Holy Rosary Step Up for Students ($5677) McKay ($ varies per student) 6600 VPK ($2,500) Success by Six ($7500) 06 PK3 1 PK4 03 PK3 1 PK4

Collaboration between schools Preservice meetings held together Professional Development Website created for teachers and used by both schools Weekly meetings with administrators

Collaboration between schools Faculty Professional Development meetings scheduled together twice a month for school year October 24 Guardian Schools Family Picnic at St. Pius – You are all invited! November 24 Guardian Schools Fall Festival at Holy Rosary

New things at the schools this year 1.Father Bernadine is new pastor for St. Pius and Holy Rosary 2.Full-time art teacher 3.Increased collaboration across campuses 4.Updated Curricular materials in science and reading 5.Increased use of technology in classrooms

Curriculum Materials Updates: Science Science Fusion is designed for building inquiry, STEM, and can be done in the classroom, on a computer or tablet, or using a science textbook. Develops important critical thinking skills that prepare students for success in future science courses and in the workplace.

Curriculum Materials Updates: Reading Journeys is a research-based, comprehensive English Language Arts program designed to provide solid instruction that is clear and focused with realistic pacing and manageable resources. The Student Dashboard gives learners access to a wealth of resources, including the Student eBook, myWriteSmart, interactive digital lessons, And articles related to unit topics.

Increased use of technology in classrooms 1. Houghton Mifflin Science Fusions and Journeys Reading series implemented 2. Smart Board and iPad training for teachers in August and scheduled throughout the year

Father Bernadine

Fulltime Art teacher Louise Stevens teaches Art at St. Pius on Mon. and Tues. and at Holy Rosary on Wed. and Thur. to Pre-K through 8 th grades

Third Year Review The mission of St. Pius V Catholic School is to provide the African-American community with a quality education in a Christ-centered environment where each student is challenged to be a responsible individual who is committed to the love and service of God and neighbor.

St. Pius 3 rd Year review for Florida Catholic Conference Oct REVISED

As always, THANK YOU!!!!