1. Marion School Board Meeting MSD Central Office Board Room 6:00 p.m 6:00 p.m.

2. It is the mission of the Marion School District to provide our students with a program of instruction so that they will acquire the academic, social, and decision- making skills needed to become productive citizens in our rapidly changing technological world.

3. We recognize individual differences in students and believe that all children can learn. We strive to meet their needs and interests by offering a balanced curriculum and creating an atmosphere conducive to learning.

4. President Mr. A. Jan Thomas, Jr. Vice-President Mr. Steve A. Sutton Secretary Rev. Jeffrey Richardson Mr. Wm. Bart TurnerMs. Darrylee Arms Mr. Brian ProffittMr. Daryel Jackson

5. Superintendent Mr. Don Johnston Deputy Superintendent Mr. Jeff Altemus Director of Elementary Education K-5 Dr. Robin A. Catt Director of Secondary Education 6-12 Mr. Hugh Inman

6. Federal Programs Ms. Julie Coveny Special Education Ms. Susan Shurley Ms. Helen Johnson Technology Coordinator Mr. Tim Taylor Technology Trainer Ms. Ruth Hegwood

7. Maintenance & Custodial Services Mr. Dusty Duncan Athlete Director Mr. Paul Johnston Food Services Ms. Susan MadisonTransportation Mr. Doyle Jones Health Services Ms. Kelly Fogleman

8. MHS 1 Performing Arts Center Manager and Drama Teacher MHS 1 Performing Arts Center Manager and Drama Teacher

9. MJHS1 Special Education Paraprofessional

10. 2015-2016 Adding Areas of Licensure: 7 Special Education Teachers 7 Special Education Teachers 2 Social Studies 2 Social Studies 1 Math 1 Math 1 Computer Science 1 Computer Science 1 Science 1 Science 1 Gifted and Talented 1 Gifted and Talented 1 Business 1 Business 2015-2016 All core content teachers are highly qualified.

12. All MSD board members received last year’s required annual training by December, 2014, and will have completed this year’s required hours by December 31, 2015. In accordance with Act 1775 of 2005, all members of a local school board of directors who have served on the board for twelve (12) or more consecutive months shall obtain no less than six hours of training and instruction by December 31 of each calendar year.

13. Marion School District provided approximately 772 hours of professional development between June 1, 2014 and May 31, 2015. Marion School District provided approximately 772 hours of professional development between June 1, 2014 and May 31, 2015. Teachers were able to earn at least 42 hours of the required 60 hours before school began. Teachers were able to earn at least 42 hours of the required 60 hours before school began. Our Instructional District Technology Trainer offers our staff technology professional development throughout the year: New Teacher Orientation, i-Pad Apps, Tips and Tricks for the SmartBoard, Interactive Websites, Websites for CCSS Lessons, TAC/HAC, STEM Resources, Bloomboard Review, Upgrading MSD Website, etc. Our Instructional District Technology Trainer offers our staff technology professional development throughout the year: New Teacher Orientation, i-Pad Apps, Tips and Tricks for the SmartBoard, Interactive Websites, Websites for CCSS Lessons, TAC/HAC, STEM Resources, Bloomboard Review, Upgrading MSD Website, etc.

14. Schools Avondale Elementary Marion Elementary Marion Intermediate Marion Middle Marion Jr. High Marion High & Crittenden Prep Academy 15-16 4072 students K-12 304.5 Certified Teachers & Administrators 199 Classified Employees

15. Miles Traveled in 14-15: (41 Bus Routes) Miles Traveled in 14-15: (41 Bus Routes) 351,728 miles for regular daily routes 49,800 miles for trips Meals Served in 14-15: 660,744 meals served to students 8,340 meals served to adults 37,248 meals contracted and served

16. NCLB of 2001: Mandatory Annual Exams of Literacy and Math, such as Benchmark and End-of-Course By 2009, governors and education commissioners from 48 states, two territories and District of Columbia recognized the need for greater consistency between states’ standards and assessments and began the process of developing the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). The CCSS for the state of Arkansas were adopted by the Arkansas State Board of Education on July 12, 2010. The implementation of the standards were phased in over a three year period.

17. Full implementation of CCSS was carried out during the 2013-14 school year. As CCSS were being implemented, students were being assessed on the AR Benchmark Assessment, which measured performance based on the prior standards, in part because there was not yet an assessment that measured performance on the new standards. Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) was awarded one of two contracts to develop an assessment to measure student achievement of the CCSS.

18. Arkansas students were scheduled to take PARCC for the first time during the 2014-15 school year. Right before testing time, however, a bill was filed, (HB1241) in Arkansas’ State Senate to delay the PARCC Assessment until 2017-18 school year. Instead, modifications were made, allowing PARCC to be administered during the 2014-15 school year, limiting the state from entering into any future contract with PARCC for more than one year. June 30 th, 2015, PARCC contract ended. We will get PARCC test scores sometime in November. 2015- 16: Our students will take the ACT Aspire (3-10); ACT (Grade 11)

19. 2015-16 will be the 3 rd consecutive year where students are assessed on a different test. The frequent switch of state test selections minimizes the effective data on Arkansas students due to the lack of consistency on the content being assessed and how these skills are being measured. Lack of consistent data can make it difficult for teachers to intervene with students who are struggling academically because schools will not know how to effectively interpret the results to identify students’ academic needs.

20. Total Students TestedPercent at Level 4 and Above Algebra 1 34,433 28% Geometry 32,611 21% ELA Grade 9 35,325 36% ELA Grade 10 33,529 37%

21. Grade Levels Kindergarten FirstEnrollment 610 Students K-1 46.5 Certified Teachers & Administrators Principal Mrs. Glenda Bryan Assistant Principal Mrs. Kristi Rice

22. Status: Accredited by ADE All 2015-16 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. No teachers at AES are currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Needs Improvement in both Literacy and Math (AES receives designation from MES.)

24. 2015-16 Faculty and Staff

25. Continued Implementation of Common Core State Standards *Scott-Foresman Reading Street *SRA DISTAR *McGraw-Hill My Math *All are researched based programs aligned to CCSS

26. Promote the vision at AES that ALL students can be successful learners and can strive for excellence.

27. Continue professional learning communities that embrace learning rather than teaching, work collaboratively to help all students learn, and use data from formative and summative assessments to make decisions concerning curriculum and instruction.

28. Continue to use positive reinforcement strategies and implement behavior interventions to reduce inappropriate behavior in the classroom. Our staff professional growth plan is centered around classroom behavior management and establishing routines and procedures. (PBIS, Canter, McLeod, Dr. Joe Martin, Stephen Covey)

29. All staff members at Avondale Elementary School are being trained this year in how to implement the seven habits from The Leader in Me with our students.

30. Provide Response to Intervention (RtI) to small groups of students in need of help academically and/or behaviorally. This provides us a way to monitor the progress of the students who need extra help in order to be successful learners.

32. Use the Teacher Excellence Support System (TESS) to support high yield teaching strategies and authentic student engagement in learning. Use the Teacher Excellence Support System (TESS) to support high yield teaching strategies and authentic student engagement in learning.

33. Continue with guided reading in the literacy curriculum for both kindergarten and first grade

34. Continue to promote parental and community involvement through our HEART Committee (Helping Educate And Reach (kids) Together), Watch D.O.G.S. and Magnificent M.O.M.S. programs. Continue to promote parental and community involvement through our HEART Committee (Helping Educate And Reach (kids) Together), Watch D.O.G.S. and Magnificent M.O.M.S. programs. Watch Dog Dad Magnificent Mom Parent Night

35. Use communication tools such as Newsletters, Calendars, notes, and School Messenger to provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so parents know what they need to do to help their children be successful in school.

36. Continue use of technology resources to enhance student learning (SmartBoards, SmartTable, iPads, iPods, and Netbooks) Continue use of technology resources to enhance student learning (SmartBoards, SmartTable, iPads, iPods, and Netbooks) Continue use of HeadSprout, Education City, Starfall, Reading Eggs, Moby Max, and Accelerated Reader software Continue use of HeadSprout, Education City, Starfall, Reading Eggs, Moby Max, and Accelerated Reader software

37. Implement the use of iPads in the classrooms to enhance student learning. *With the purchase of 150 iPads with Title I funds this year, our goal of having an iPad for every student is a reality. Many of our teachers have secured additional devices through grants by Donors Choose.

38. We have really cool stuff going on!

39. Grade Levels Second ThirdEnrollment 653 Students 2-3 46 Certified Teachers & Administrators Principal Ms. Natalie Rooney Assistant Principal Dr. Susan Newsom

40. Status: Accredited by ADE All 2015-16 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. One (1) teacher is currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Needs Improvement School in both Literacy and Math

41. Laying the ground work: Creating a safe, fun, and engaging academic environment: The Leader in Me: A three year plan MES staff is in the process of completing a book share and implementing techniques that allow students to have leadership roles in the classroom. PGP plans: Introducing students to the 7 habits: Please review our MES Messenger. Each classroom has 4 houses. Each house represents a family. Students work together to earn house points. 1) Wisdom 2)Compassion 3) Integrity 4) Friendship

42. Parental involvement through our PEACE Volunteer Program (Parents Experiencing Awesome Children Everyday) and Watch D.O.G.S. program. Parental involvement through our PEACE Volunteer Program (Parents Experiencing Awesome Children Everyday) and Watch D.O.G.S. program. Use effective strategies for working with parents by sending home weekly folders with activities to increase vocabulary and enhance reading comprehension skills, allowing parents and students to work together. This includes multiple on-line resources for parents. MES Proposals (Continued)

43. Leadership Team Leadership meetings: Second and third grade PLC leaders, instructional facilitators, and administrators come together to plan the direction and focus of MES. Data meetings: For 8o minutes our instructional facilitators work with teachers to review assessment scores and strategies to increase student success. Professional Learning Community Teachers come together in small groups to plan lessons, review activities, and discuss best practices.

44. Programs for all students: New Writing Program: Lucy Calkins Units of Study In addition, in our computer lab, students continue to work on learning.com. This program instills proper keyboarding skills and allows students to write open responses. Reading and Language arts: We continue to implement the CCSS in literacy, using six units to teach the learning expectations. Accelerated Reader Program- MES students earn points for reading books. They are celebrated and recognized every 9 weeks for their individual growth and ability to meet their goals

45. Math: Mymath curriculum, Mountain math, Reflex math, CGI (Cognitively Guided Instruction) mathematical approach. CGI allows students to construct strategies for themselves when given a word problem. Math: Mymath curriculum, Mountain math, Reflex math, CGI (Cognitively Guided Instruction) mathematical approach. CGI allows students to construct strategies for themselves when given a word problem. Science Program: Our s Science Program: Our science lab provides students with hands on experiences through transitional and virtual labs

46. Programs for students who need extra support Failure Free Reading Program- Students are tested at the beginning of the year. If they qualify, they will receive small group reading sessions focusing on fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. Students who received failure free services last year tested at or above grade level in reading this year. Bookmark Club - BMC is our morning reading club. It is available to 3 rd grade students who need extra support in Literacy Skills: phonemic awareness, phonics, comprehension, vocabulary and/or fluency. Students work in small groups of 4-8 to strengthen their skills. Response to Intervention - teachers work in groups of 3 or less on a specific skill. They monitor their progress to identify growth and have discussions on best practices to assist the child.

47. Grade Levels Fourth FifthEnrollment 598 Students 4-5 41 Certified Teachers & AdministratorsPrincipal Ms. Julie Molloy Assistant Principal Ms. Debbie Reginelli

48. Status: Accredited by ADE All 2015-16 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. Four (4) teachers are currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Overall designation is Needs Improvement School in both Literacy and Math

49. On-line TLI (The Learning Institute) testing this year in preparation for the ACT Aspire assessment. PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports) program … … The Patriot Way

50. The Learning Lab New stationary computer lab to implement RTI services to each classroom everyday to work with selected students on problematic skills and at their own pace. Increased use of technology in day to day learning. 2 computer labs; 3-4 student computers in each classroom; 8 portable carts of laptops; 40 i-pads in media center; and every teacher has an i-pad for student learning use for a total of more than 340 devices.

51. Investigate STEM programs for implementation All MIS science teachers will attend either the state conference or the national Science conference s. Providing PLC time for science teachers to plan the implementation of the new science standards for 2016. ECM Math – 75% of our math teachers are now involved in this program. ECM Math methods work is scheduled for consistent practice.

52. Revamping schedules of Instructional Assistants Their schedules have them doing AR daily in the same classes for consistent AR assistance. One assigned to the Learning Lab assisting with RTI. They assist teachers with special classroom activities when 2 sets of hands are needed. They step in to allow teachers to attend PLC meetings by covering their classrooms.

53. Grade Levels Sixth SeventhEnrollment 632 Students 6-7 43 Certified Teachers & Administrators Principal Ms. Carissa J. Lacy Assistant Principal Mr. Adam O’Neal Assistant Principal Mr. Blake Owen

54. Status: Accredited by ADE All 2015-16 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. Three (3) teachers at MMS are currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Overall designation is Needs Improvement School in both Literacy and Math

55. Campus Leadership Team which is comprised of two representatives from each content and auxiliary area meet twice each month to discuss areas of improvement for the school. Professional Learning Communities meet weekly to discuss instructional strategies and analyze student data to increase the achievement of all students. Administrators have increased classroom observations resulting in teachers being provided more substantive feedback for continuous improvement.

56. Improved Instruction Student Involvement and School Spirit Parental Involvement Happy Staff with Buy-In

57. With the 15 iPads, 60 Laptop carts in the Math Department, and 132 in the English/Language Department, students are researching and completing numerous projects. Social Studies- Travel Brochure on Northern-Southern Europe. Math- Mathletics Science- Research and design of a lesson using Constructivism and the 5 learning cycle stages. English- Interactive Grammar Book

58. Book Talks /Student grammar projects

59. Increased alignment between Math and Enrichment classes. Increased student engagement.

60. Recipient of Exxon Mobil Science Grant Beneficiaries of Professional Development through AETN/PBS Digital Innovator Award.

61. Science-Ms. Gunn’s

62. Celebrate Freedom Week

65. Remind Codes PTA Volunteers Content Nights Literacy Night/Book Fair November 10, 2015 Dudes and Dolls Dance

66. Student Council Student Ambassadors Athletics (Football, Volleyball, Basketball, and Cross Country) Band Choir Newspaper Staff

68. Fall Pep Rally

70. Marion Middle School, where we are learning today, to be a leader tomorrow.

71. Grade Levels Eighth NinthEnrollment 667 Students 8-9 50 Certified Teachers & AdministratorsPrincipal Mr. Elmer West Assistant Principal Mr. Willie Rogers Dean of Students Mr. Mark Uhiren

72. Status: Accredited by ADE All 2015-16 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. One (1) teacher is currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Overall designation is Achieving School in both Literacy and Math

73. All students will take part in an intensive tutorial in Literacy and Math during the instructional activity period. All students will take part in an intensive tutorial in Literacy and Math during the instructional activity period. Students at MJHS participate in Marzano’s Academic Vocabulary program. All faculty members have been trained in the Academic Vocabulary method that helps raise reading comprehension and achievement in various subject areas. Students at MJHS participate in Marzano’s Academic Vocabulary program. All faculty members have been trained in the Academic Vocabulary method that helps raise reading comprehension and achievement in various subject areas.

74. Teachers are actively researching the ACT Aspire question methods to prepare students for the new assessment. Students who are not in a Literacy or Math tutorial or a Visual Art 8 rotation class during the Instructional Activity period are required to read or complete assignments and projects in order to support the overall academic program.

75. Grade Levels Tenth Eleventh Twelfth Crittenden Prep AcademyEnrollment 913 Students 10-12 68 Certified Teachers & Administrators Principal Mr. Lincoln Daniels Assistant Principals Mr. Jim Marotti Mr. Clint Williams Ms. Connie Simpson Dean of Students Mr. Irving Clay

76. Status: Accredited by ADE All 2015-16 teachers are licensed. All teachers are highly qualified in core content areas. Five (5) teachers are currently working under an Additional Licensure Program Accountability Designation: Needs Improvement Focus School in both Literacy and Math; Achieving in 2013 Graduation Rate

77. We are continuing the strategies that yielded significant growth in recent years. A seminar period is used to target students with academic needs that are unable to participate in after-school activities. We are meeting once monthly in our PLC’s to strengthen teaching strategies to reach all students to strengthen literacy, science, and math skills.

78. Essentials of Computer Science (Act 178) 20 students Pre AP Classes – English, Biology, Chemistry, World History, Algebra II – 300 students enrolled in 519 classes AP – Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Calculus, Statistics, Music Theory, US History, Government, World History, Psychology, Studio Art, English Language, English Literature – 226 students enrolled in 352 classes

79. MSCC (Gen Ed) 132 students MSCC (Technical) 93 students Fine Arts – Band, Choir, Art, Theatre, Music App – 609 students Vocational – Med Pro, FACS, Business, Construction - 863 students Athletics – Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Cross Country, Track, Golf, Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Soccer, Cheer – 271 students

80. Currently serving 55 students Currently serving 55 students from MSD Graduated 12 seniors in the 2014-2015 school year Graduated 12 seniors in the 2014-2015 school year Principal Mr. Lincoln DanielsDirector Mr. Clint WilliamsTeachers 5 full time 2 teachers float in for one period from regular high school 3 paraprofessionals

81. K-3 Enrichment (Ms. Leah Schmidt) 4 th - 5 th Self-Contained with Cluster Grouping 6 th - 7 th Pre-AP: English, Math, Science, and Social Studies 8 th Pre-AP: English, Social Studies, Science, and Algebra I 9th Pre-AP: English, Physical Science, Civics/Economics, and Geometry 10 th Pre-AP: English, World History, Biology, and Algebra II 11 th and 12 th Pre- AP and AP: Pre-AP Chemistry, AP Calculus AB, AP English Language, AP English Literature, AP United States History, AP Statistics, AP Environmental Science, AP United States Government, AP World History, AP Psychology, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Music Theory, and AP Studio Art.

82. Avondale Elementary, Marion Elementary, and Marion Intermediate are Title I school- wide schools that use federal Title I funds to pay for additional instructional staff and supplies. Marion High School also receives federal Title I funds as a Title I Targeted Assisted school. Title I funds are federal funds that cannot be used to pay for anything required by state or local laws. MSD’s Title I allocation for the 2015-16 school year: $1,134,531.47.

83. Students are served based on academic need, not income levels. If a school has at least 40% of its students qualifying for the National School Lunch Program and has a plan to serve all students, it can become a Title I School-wide school that can serve all students at that school.

84. There are 3 ABC preschool classrooms on the Avondale Elementary School campus governed by the Crowley’s Ridge Educational Cooperative Services in Harrisburg, AR. There are 3 ABC preschool classrooms on the Avondale Elementary School campus governed by the Crowley’s Ridge Educational Cooperative Services in Harrisburg, AR. The ABC Preschool program is funded to serve 3 classrooms with 20 students each. The ABC Preschool program is funded to serve 3 classrooms with 20 students each. The ABC Preschool program employs 1 certified teacher and 1 paraprofessional for each ABC preschool classroom. The ABC Preschool program employs 1 certified teacher and 1 paraprofessional for each ABC preschool classroom. Mr. John Manning and Ms. Sharon Coburn from CRESC are in charge of the ABC Program on the AES campus. Mr. John Manning and Ms. Sharon Coburn from CRESC are in charge of the ABC Program on the AES campus.

85. Title II-A targets professional development for teachers and administrators. Title II-A targets professional development for teachers and administrators. The district’s Title II-A Teacher Quality program allocation this year is $176,624.96. The district’s Title II-A Teacher Quality program allocation this year is $176,624.96. Title II-A funds are used to pay ½ of the salary of our Instructional Technology Facilitator to assist teachers with curriculum and technology. Title II-A funds are used to pay ½ of the salary of our Instructional Technology Facilitator to assist teachers with curriculum and technology.

86. Parent centers are on each campus. Heart Beats: Heart Beats: Avondale Elementary Watch D.O.G.S.: Watch D.O.G.S.: Marion Elementary Avondale Elementary Avondale Elementary P.E.A.C.E.: Parents Experiencing Awesome Children Everyday P.E.A.C.E.: Parents Experiencing Awesome Children Everyday Marion Elementary Marion Elementary Career Action Planning: Marion Middle School Career Action Planning: Marion Middle School Marion Jr. High School Marion High School

87. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities and in the review and design of school improvement plans. Parents are encouraged to participate in school activities and in the review and design of school improvement plans. Comments and suggestions are encouraged and may be submitted to the building principal or to: Comments and suggestions are encouraged and may be submitted to the building principal or to: PARENT COORDINATOR: Ms. Julie Coveny Marion School District 200 Manor Street Marion, AR 72364

88. The Marion School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. The Marion School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status. Equity complaints may begin with the district's equity coordinators: Equity complaints may begin with the district's equity coordinators: EQUITY COORDINATORS: EQUITY COORDINATORS: Dr. Robin A. Catt (K-5) Mr. Hugh Inman (6-12) Dr. Robin A. Catt (K-5) Mr. Hugh Inman (6-12) Marion School District Marion School District Marion School District Marion School District 200 Manor Street 200 Manor Street 200 Manor Street 200 Manor Street Marion, AR 72364 Marion, AR 72364 Marion, AR 72364 Marion, AR 72364

89. In conclusion, we would like to thank the entire staff – bus drivers, substitutes, custodians, food services staff, maintenance crew, technology crew, secretaries, paraprofessionals, teachers, media specialists, counselors, instructional facilitators, and administrators – of the Marion School District for their dedication and continuous effort to make our schools safe and nurturing learning environments for our students. In addition, we would also like to thank our school board for your continuous support.