1. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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.

5. 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

6. PYP Updates and Self-Study Begins!

7. 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 District)
District Spelling Bee Winner
Award Winning Chess Program
UIL Honors in Academic Areas
TEA Met Standard w/Distinctions
Let’s Celebrate

8. 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

9. 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

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

11. SIP INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS
Goal Area 1: Student Achievement – Reading/Mathematics/Attendance
During the 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 school year, 80% of 3-5th graders will make the Think 30 club, as determined by Think Through Math learning resource.

12. SIP BUDGETARY IMPACT Goal Area 1 Cont.:
In the 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%).

13. 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

14. 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.