Funding for CMSD Strategic Development Initiative provided by: The Cleveland Foundation and The George Gund Foundation CMSD Academic Transformation Plan Briefing Package – John D. Rockefeller

2 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Rockefeller - 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 PreK-8 "System 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 Rockefeller - 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 Rockefeller - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt The vision for CMSD's PreK-8 system of schools Plan elements CMSD's K-8 system will grow, support and repurpose schools to bring quality to all neighborhoods Continuing emphasis on teaching students solid core academic skills (emphasizing literacy and math) Strengthening what is proven to work (e.g., more instructional time, focus on Pre-K early childhood, more rigor and support for the middle grades, data-driven instruction) Turning around low performance in consistently under-performing schools Based on specific neighborhood needs, some schools will develop and strengthen special programs For example, a new community wrap-around service model for schools in high need areas that will benefit from supports like adult education, health services, after school programming For example, dual language programming (Buhrer) CMSD will also develop and maintain a select number of 'choice' programs throughout the city to serve diverse learning needs; examples include Single-gender academies that support unique learning environments International newcomers academy that supports non-English speaking students Montessori to encourage discovery learning for students who thrive in an alternative environment Over time, CMSD will also selectively spread more innovative programming throughout every neighborhood Incubating successful programs, like Arts and STEM, before expanding to more schools Inviting proven local and national educational providers—through an RFP—to meet unique needs in the city All will be accomplished in a "right-sized" K-8 system with fewer schools and more investment in schools With overall K-8 school capacity around 80-90% system-wide

5 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Rockefeller - 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

6 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Rockefeller - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt John D. Rockefeller – Detailed School Level Data Areas highlighted are below district average Facility demand (20%) Performance drivers (20%) Academic performance (40%) Building condition (20%) Scoring tool variables Report Card Rating (2008/2009) Performance Index (3 year growth rate) –2006 Academic Year –2009 Academic Year Facilities Condition Index – cost to renovate vs. rebuild (%) –higher FCI % = lower quality building 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) Enrollment trend (%) –2006 Enrollment –2009 Enrollment Capacity utilization (%) District Avg. 50% Rockefeller 85% Building Capacity: 665 AE/AE

7 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Rockefeller - Community Meetingvfinal.ppt John D. Rockefeller Recommendation and Rationale Close Recommendation Reassign students (approx. 260) to neighboring schools Possibilities include: 1) Case 2) Wade Park 3) Mary B. Martin Rationale Low performance across several decision criteria Low performance index over last 3 years Low capacity utilization Significant decline in enrollment Neighboring schools have excess capacity

8 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Rockefeller - 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

9 CMSD Strategic Development Initiative Rockefeller - 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 CHMA 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