Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal I: Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE / STATUS /Increase our students’ interest and preparedness in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) through integrated project based learning opportunities
Infuse STEM concepts to enhance elementary curriculum
Add third high school STEM course
Identify and retain highly qualified Science and/or math teachers to teach STEM / High, middle, and elementary school principals and the Superintendent will monitor STEM program offerings with an effort for continuous improvement
Create additional learning opportunity one-day per week before or after school
Embed STEM related activities in existing curriculum
Review PLTW curricular offerings
Recruitment / A) HS and MS-Monitor new and existing STEM courses with the intent of supporting staff
B) Schedule and conduct mid and end of year collaborative meetings with staff to measure the need for support
C) ES-Planning meeting to discuss next steps in the elementary STEM offerings
D) Implement PLTW curricular concepts
E) TBD by elementary school principals
F) PLTW Curriculum Master Schedule
G) Job Fair
PA Reap / A) Group facilitators, High and middle school principals
B) Group facilitators, High and middle school principals and staff
C) Group facilitators, Elementary principals, elementary summer school STEM teacher, and Superintendent
D) Group facilitators and Elementary Principals
E) Group facilitators and Elementary Principals/Teachers
F) Group facilitators, Superintendent, and Principal STEM Teachers
G) Group facilitators, Human Resources Director, and High School Administration / A) August 2015-June 2016
B) January 2016-June 2016
C) January 2017
D) January 2016
E) September 2016
F) August 2015
G) August 2015 / A) On-going
B) On-going
C) Complete as a result of this collaboration: Aerospace Engineering was added as our 4th high school STEM course. Additionally, a mathematics teacher was hired to teach STEM classes.
D) PTLW’s Launch program was taught one time per week after school from grades K-5. The cost of the program was satisfied through a fee charged to parents.
On-going
Complete
Complete
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal I: Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) (Continued)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE / STATUS /Obtain all needed course materials including required technology for new course offering / Grant opportunities
KEF funding / H) Identify course needs based on PLTW recommendations and teacher input / H) Group facilitators, Dan Maguire, and STEM Teachers / H) June 2015 / Complete
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal II: Additional Learning Opportunities
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE / STATUS /Provide additional learning opportunities for all students in order to expand student interests and improve student achievement. / A) Provide remediation to students in need of extra assistance
B) Provide enrichment to students in need of additional challenge. / A) Re-examine and identify target areas for remediation.
Revise ALO offerings based on target areas.
B) Re-examine and identify target areas for enrichment.
C) Identify and establish partnerships with organizations that provide programs that address target areas. / A) Group facilitators and ALO Advisory Group
· Group facilitators, District Administration and School Principals
B) Group facilitators and ALO Advisory Group
C) Group facilitators and District Administration / A) Ongoing
· Ongoing
B) Summer 2017
C) Spring 2017 / A) Completed
· Algebra I and American Literature have been identified as a need. Remediation labs have been eliminated in favor of blocked class periods at our high school.
· Specific skill deficits in reading and math have been identified for our middle school students. “What I Need” (WIN) periods have been established during the school day to provide students with an “in school” tutorial.
B) Completed
· Elementary STEM classes have been offered for students in grades K-5. The program is offered after school and is funded by the participant’s parents.
C) The superintendent was appointed as a Kennett Library Board member as the library has been a key resource for our students and their families.
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal II: Additional Learning Opportunities (Continued)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE / STATUS /D) Re-examine and identify target areas for enrichment. / D) Group facilitators and ALO Advisory Group / D) Summer 2016 / D) Completed.
Expanded club offering at our high school. Advanced Placement Environmental Science and Macro Economics have been added to our course offerings. Students can now access 22 AP courses.
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal III: Blended Learning
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE/STATUS / RESOURCES/NOTES /Establish 21st Century Learning Environment
Y3 (2016-17) / A) KCSD Expectations for Integration / A) Communicate teacher- established minimum expectations for integrating best practice in the use of technology to assure consistency across grade level/subject area/course, based upon feedback and data from 2015-16 integration and pilot evaluation, ultimately based upon the impact on student achievement. Plans outlining effective integration required as part of Technology Application, submitted by teachers, approved by Building/District Admins
Progress surrounding each goals established by each team to be monitored on an ongoing basis and modified accordingly. / A) Curriculum Supervisors, Supervisor of Technology, Group Facilitators and KCSD Technology Committee / A) SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Revised Annually
SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Revised Annually / A) KCSD Technology Committee transitioning to Personalized Learning Teams during 2017-18 school year.
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal III: Blended Learning (Continued)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE/STATUS / RESOURCES/NOTES /B) KCSD Infused 21st Century Curriculum Framework
C) KCSD Technology Professional Development Model / B) Infusion of Core Standards, ISTE’s 21st Century Skills and CIPA requirements, including required skills to be
mastered at each grade level, seamlessly integrated into the existing curriculum creating a manageable and progressive scope and sequence of skills and concepts, K-12.
C) Identify critical focus areas where PD is needed to be refined each year based upon instructional demands and emerging technologies, in addition to areas in need of improvement based upon survey data and District instructional goals. / B) Curriculum Supervisors, Supervisor of Technology, Group Facilitators and KCSD Technology Committee
C) Curriculum Supervisors, Supervisor of Technology, Supervisor of Info Systems, Group Facilitators and KCSD Technology Committee / B) SPRING 2016 / POSTPONED
*Integrated Winter 2016
C) FALL 2015/ COMPLETE
*Revised Annually / B) Completed
C) Proposed Technology Integration Specialist supplemental position at each building to support the effective integration of technology by the staff at the building level.
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal III: Blended Learning (Continued)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE/STATUS / RESOURCES/NOTES /Creating Landscape for Blended Learning Opportunities
Y3 (2016-17) / A) *Framework Based upon “Creating Conditions for Success”, d. BL Implementation Guide
Strategy and Timeline
Instructional Models / a. Establish BL Steering Committee
b. Administer BL & Technology Parent Survey
c. Administer KMS Accessibility Survey
d. Administer KHS Technology & Personalized Learning Teacher Survey
e. Administer KHS Technology & Personalized Learning Student Survey
f. Refine Action Plan and timeline for KCSD Blended Learning Initiative:
Research & Exploration > Communication & Collaboration > Piloting > Refining > Implementation > Improvement > Expansion > Refining
g. Become familiar with the various models of Blended Learning / Curriculum Supervisors, Supervisor of Technology, Supervisor of Information Systems, Group Facilitators and Members of the Blended Learning Steering Committee / a. SPRING 2016 / INITIATED
b. WINTER 2015 / COMPLETE
c. SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
d. SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
e. SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
f. SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing
g. SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review / 1. BL Steering Subcommittee comprised of members of Admin Group as well as Teachers
2. Conducted ongoing research & reviewed local and vendor offerings (see below):
Research Resources:
a. Clayton Christensen, Disruptive Innovation
*BL Definitions
b. Is K–12 blended learning disruptive?
An introduction to the theory of hybrids
c. Resources shared during Steering Committee
d. Blended Learning Implementation Guide
(Foundation for Excellence in Education)
e. Blended Learning: 4 Blended Learning Models, YouTube Video
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal III: Blended Learning (Continued)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE/STATUS / RESOURCES/NOTES /h. Establish minimum expectations for teachers and participating students, including accountability expectations and address potential barriers.
Exploration of how blended learning opportunities can fit into existing schedule and environment.
Collaborative efforts with Extended Opportunities and Languages Strategic Groups
Continue research and exploring models and resources surrounding LMS options.
Consider implications for the model(s) to be implemented including LMS system, infrastructure, devices, human capital, (project management), and facilities.
Determine District resources available then investigate alternative sources of funding including local businesses and organizations. / Curriculum Supervisors, Supervisor of Technology, , Group Facilitators and Members of the Blended Learning Steering Committee / h. SPRING 2016 / POSTPONED
SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / PROGRESSING
*Ongoing Review / Offerings
• Brandywine Virtual Academy Course Offerings (Tuition varies)
•Edmentum (Plato) Course Catalog (BL opportunities)
Offerings (continued):
•BVIU, K-12 Online Course Offerings
• Canvas Network
• Coursera Course Selection
• Future Learn
• AC Online
Contact School District Implementing Mass Customized Learning Models
•Pequea Valley SD
•South Western SD
•Central York SD
Established partnership with CCIU’s Innovative Educational Services for guidance in course development & organization focusing on online Latin course.
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal III: Blended Learning (Continued)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE/STATUS / RESOURCES/NOTES /Communication/Collaboration / Reach out to students, parents and community to establish communication including identifying the rationale, vision and implementation plan for the KCSD Blended Learning initiative.
Course facilitators to establish and maintain ongoing communication, conferencing with students daily, offering support and checking status of program completion. / Curriculum Supervisors, Supervisor of Technology, Supervisor of Information Systems, Group Facilitators and Members of the Blended Learning Steering Committee / SPRING 2016 / PROGRESSING
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review / Contacted Latin 2 students over Summer 2017 to discuss transition to online modality to gauge interest as well as feedback. Met with students (10/2017) as follow-up.
Initiatives Implemented Related
to Blended Learning Integration
· World Languages (German 4), Student Portfolios, extending to Spanish
· Individual Online Courses
· Flexible Delivery Method Investigation
· Health/PE Learning Modules
· KHS Google Classroom Initiative
· Elementary Gifted Program
· Elem ELD activities including Student Portfolios
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal III: Blended Learning (Continued)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE/STATUS / RESOURCES/NOTES /Platform and Content
Devices / Based upon needs and blended Learning model to be implemented, identify LMS platform(s) to contact and establish demo accounts for evaluation. Be sure to include content area teachers in review and evaluation process.
Evaluate LMS using criteria identified by group and select provide with highest rank
•Review features of next
generation LMS platforms
Based upon the selected LMS platform, determine specifically what students will need to accomplish and the content that will be accessed to facilitate production. / SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / COMPLETE
*Ongoing Review / Initiatives Addressing
Accessibility
· Kennett ConnectED initiative
· Loaner Laptop Program Expansion
· STEM Loaner Laptop Expansion
· Kajeet Mifi Hotspot Initiative
· Extended Hours for Families
· Single Sign On Solution
· ISP & Community Partnerships
Online Latin 2 course developed with guidance & support from CCIU in Summer 2017 and integrated in Fall 2017 utilizing Schoology LMS.
Kennett Consolidated School District
Year 3
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN – 2016-2017
Priority Goal III: Blended Learning (Continued)
PRIORITY/GOAL AREA / STRATEGY / ACTIVITIES / PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE / DEADLINE/STATUS / RESOURCES/NOTES /Staffing and Development
Progress Monitoring
Program Evaluation and Implementation Plan Establish / Identify solutions to facilitating blended learning initiative for the pilot program, then considerations for subsequent years considering differentiated staffing, in collaboration with KEF, considering (individuals from several levels; paraprofessionals, administrators and teachers).
Establish prof. development plan, consistent with KCSD Technology PD Plan to provide training concerning expectations surrounding the initiative including effective classroom management and communication strategies, in addition to the LMS platform itself.
Progress Monitoring via conferencing and/or monitoring progression via LMS
Establish criteria for evaluating newly integrated programs
Identify areas in need of modification
Considerations for expansion, based upon nee, abiding by the framework identified for implementation / Curriculum Supervisors, Supervisor of Technology, Supervisor of Information Systems, Members of KEF Executive Team, Group Facilitators and Members of the Blended Learning Steering Committee / SPRING 2016 / PROGRESSING
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / PROGRESSING
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / PROGRESSING
*Ongoing Review
SPRING 2016 / POSTPONED
SPRING 2016 / POSTPONED
SPRING 2016 / PROGRESSING
*Ongoing Review / Attended/Facilitated trainings / workshops, and meetings with faculty & staff (see below)
ISTE National Conference, 2015
CCIU Tech Directors’ Meetings, Symposiums & Workshops
CCIU Curriculum Council/Tech Leadership
KHS: Individual meetings with Teachers as well as Department meetings to plan, implement and refine integration of BL approach.
(Also, see below)
Kennett Consolidated School District