Chatsworth Senior High School
Los Angeles Unified School District
Senior High School Edition
Single Plan for Student Achievement
2009 – 2010
Implementation
Superintendent
David L. Brewer III
Board Members
Mónica Garcia, Board President
Marguerite Poindexter LaMotte
Tamar Galatzan
Marlene Canter
Yolie Flores-Aguilar
Julie Korenstein
Richard Vladovic
TABLE OF CONTENTS
School Information 1
School Program Identification 1
School Site Council Composition 2
Committee Recommendations and Assurances 3
Mission Statements and School Descriptions 4
Data Sets, Key Findings and Action Plans 19
Key Findings from School’s Data Analysis 19
Data Sets, Key Findings and Action Plans 20
Key Findings from School’s Data Analysis 20
Alternative Schools Assessment Measure 22
Action Plan: English / Language Arts 23
Action Plan: Mathematics 28
Action Plan: Science 32
Action Plan: History / Social Science 35
Action Plans: Graduation Rate 38
Key Findings from English Learners Data 43
Action Plan: English Language Development 44
Key Findings from Student Data 48
Key Findings from Staff Data 49
Action Plan: School Organization and Support Structures 50
Involvement 53
School, Family and Community Partnerships Survey Results 53
Action Plan: School, Family and Community Partnerships 55
Parent Involvement Policy 58
School-Parent Compact 64
COMPONENTS FOR IMPLEMENTATION (SWP) 1
Monitoring 5
Funding (Budgets) 6
Attachments 55
Seven Dimensions for CPM Alignment to SPSA 57
Chatsworth Senior High School
SCHOOL INFORMATION
SCHOOL PROGRAM IDENTIFICATION
School Name: / Chatsworth High School / Local District: / 1District CDS Code: 1964733 / School CDS Code: / 1931708
Initial Year: 2009-2010
For additional information on our school programs contact the following:
Principal: / Timothy Guy / E-mail address: /Contact Person: / Steve West / Position: / Title I Coordinator / E-mail address: /
Address: / 10027 Lurline Ave, Chatsworth, CA 91311 / Telephone Number: / (818) 678-3466
Indicate which of the following Federal, State and Local Programs are consolidated in this plan:
x / English Learners Programs (EIA-LEP) / Special Education/Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)x / Gifted and Talented Education (GATE) / x / Title I Schoolwide Program (SWP)
High Priority Schools Grant (HPSG) / Title I Targeted Assistance School (TAS)
x / Los Angeles Educational Alliance for Restructuring Now (LEARN) / x / Title III English Language Acquisition, Language Enhancement, and Academic Achievement
Program Improvement (PI)
Quality Education Investment Act (QEIA) / x / Title IV Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities (SDFSC)
x / School Based Coordinated Programs (SBCP) / x / Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE)
x / School Based Management (SBM) / Other:
The District Governing Board approved this Revision to Update the Single Plan for Student Achievement on:
Date
The Local District staff has reviewed the School Plan with the principal and agreed to support and provide feedback for implementation.
Signature / Signature
Local District Director of School Services / Date / Local District Superintendent or Designee / Date
School Site Council Composition
EC 52852
/ The membership of the council shall be no fewer than 12 members.
Part A – School Staff / Part B – Parents/Community
Name / Principal / Classroom Teacher / Other Personnel / Name / Parent/
Community / Student
Timothy Guy / x / Sheri Osborne / x
Chris Gunn / X / Lucia Thurman / x
Glenn Shockley / x / Eric Lace / x
Ed LeVine / x / Perri Toledo / x
Kathie Donner / x / Tran Le / x
Allyne Lawson / x / Leng Tran / x
Amy Aviv / x / Eric Lim / x
Susan Ball / x / Stephanie Aguirre / x
Total number in each column / 1 / 5 / 2 / Total number in each column / 4 / 4
Total number in Part A / 8 / Total number in Part B / 8
Glen Shockley / Teacher
Name of SSC Chairperson / Position (e.g., Parent, Teacher) / Signature of SSC Chairperson / Date
Timothy Guy
Name of Principal / Signature of Principal / Date
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COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS AND ASSURANCES
The school site council recommends this school plan and its related expenditures to the district governing board for approval and assures the board of the following:
1. School site councils have developed and approved a plan, to be known as the Single Plan for Student Achievement for schools participating in programs funded through the consolidated application process, and any other school programs or grants they choose to include.
2. School plans must be developed “with the review, certification, and advice of any applicable school advisory committees.”
The school site council sought and considered all recommendations from the following groups or committees before adopting this plan. Signatures are requested for those advisory committees/groups providing input in the development of this plan.
Committees / Chairperson / Check / Date of review of recommendationPrint Name / Signature / Parent / Staff
Compensatory Education Advisory / Thelma Rodriguez / x
English Learner Advisory / Patricia Mercado / x
Gifted & Talented Education Program Advisory / N/A
UTLA Chapter Chair or Chapter Chair’s Designee / Glenn Shockley / x
Other (list)
3. The content of the plan must be aligned with school goals for improving student achievement.
4. The plan must be reviewed annually and updated, including proposed expenditures of funds allocated to the school through the consolidated application, by the school site council.
5. Plans must be reviewed and approved by the governing board of the local educational agency “whenever there are material changes that affect the academic programs for students covered by programs” funded through the consolidated application.
6. The school minimizes the removal of identified children during the regular school hours for supplemental Title I instruction. (Targeted Assistance Schools only)
7. This school plan was adopted by the school site council on:Date
Attested:
Glenn ShockleyTyped name of SSC chairperson / Signature of SSC chairperson / Date
Timothy Guy
Typed name of school principal / Signature of school principal / Date
MISSION STATEMENTS AND SCHOOL DESCRIPTIONS
Categorical Program Monitoring (CPM): Governance and Administration
District Mission Statement
The teachers, administrators, and staff of the Los Angeles Unified School District believe
in the equal worth and dignity of all students and are committed to educate all students to their maximum potential.
School Vision and Mission
School Purpose and Expected Schoolwide Learning Results
Collaboration is the foundation for developing schoolwide programs that address the constantly changing needs of students at Chatsworth High School. Dedicated to improving student achievement, the stakeholders of the Chatsworth community including students, parents, faculty, and staff contribute to the development of our mission and vision statements and Expected Schoolwide Learning Results (ESLRs). Chatsworth curricular emphasis has both a solid foundation in the depth and breadth of California State Standards, while addressing the various learning styles and needs represented by all of our students. At Chatsworth, ensuring that students meet and exceed schoolwide goals is a driving force for curriculum development and teaching methodology. Implementing our ESLRs is intended to motivate and challenge students towards becoming life-long learners.
CHATSWORTH HIGH SCHOOL
MISSION & VISION STATEMENT
The Chatsworth High School Community (Students, Parents, Community, Faculty, Classified and Administrators) is dedicated to providing a high standard of education in which:
v All are engaged in improving student achievement through a variety of collaborative, comprehensive, motivating, and challenging learning experiences.
v Students gain knowledge and confidence as they demonstrate respect, accountability and commitment to lifelong learning.
v All share the responsibility of maximizing each student’s potential in a clean, safe, positive and mutually respectful environment.
CHATSWORTH HIGH SCHOOL
EXPECTED SCHOOLWIDE LEARNING RESULTS
Chatsworth High School Graduates will be:
Effective Communicators Who:
· Listen to, interpret, understand, and respond to information appropriately.
· Speak, write and present in a logical, coherent, well-organized manner.
· Use tools of technology to convey ideas and understanding.
· Create intellectual, artistic, and practical products in a professional manner.
Critical Thinkers Who:
· Read and comprehend various materials.
· Access and evaluate information from a variety of media and resources.
· Employ a logical, analytical approach to problem solving.
Collaborative Workers Who:
· Operate effectively within a group to achieve a common goal.
· Manage interpersonal relationships in a positive and productive manner.
· Exhibit an awareness and appreciation for diversity.
Self-Directed Goal-Oriented Individuals Who:
· Develop personal attributes and skills that lead to a productive work and community life.
· Make informed decisions, set and implement goals, take action and self-assess progress.
· Explore interests, understand requirements and prepare for success in a career field.
Responsible Citizens Who:
· Understand and participate in the American democratic process.
· Exhibit honesty, integrity and character, as they contribute their time and talents to improve their school and community.
· Develop their physical potential and practice habits of health and safety.
School Profile Description
The Community
Chatsworth High School is one of more than fifty comprehensive high schools within the Los Angeles Unified School District. The school opened in 1963 and is situated on a thirty-eight acre campus in Chatsworth, California, a residential and industrial community located in the northwest corner of the San Fernando Valley in the city of Los Angeles.
Chatsworth High School serves diverse geographic and demographic areas. Resident students hail from the communities of Chatsworth, Northridge, and Canoga Park. Students from these communities range from Upper Middle to Low socio-economic class backgrounds. Large apartments, condominium complexes and new housing developments bring in residents with diverse socio-economic backgrounds. The school also draws students from other parts of the San Fernando Valley and the greater Los Angeles area. The numbers of students transported from their residential areas to Chatsworth through the Capacity Adjustment Program (CAP – a District program to relieve overcrowded schools) and the Permit with Transportation (PWT – a voluntary integration program) has been reduced from 422 in the 2004-05 school year to 307 in the current 2008-09 school year. Chatsworth complies with all federal programs mandated under The No Child Left Behind Act including Title I (Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged) and Title III (Language Instruction for Limited English Proficient and Immigrant Students). Our governing and advisory boards include the School Site Council (SSC), the Compensatory Education Advisory Committee (CEAC), and the English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC).
Chatsworth High School hosts a variety of parent support organizations and community partners. Our parent groups meet monthly in the early evening to accommodate parents’ work schedules. Some of our parent groups include: PTSA, Booster Club, Latino Parent Association, African-American Parent Association, All Valley African-American Association, Huntington Learning Center, and CPR for Life.
With the advent of our smaller learning communities, Chatsworth has developed an extensive network of business and community partners. These include: California State University, Northridge, Urban Education Partnership, Veterans Administration Hospital, UCLA Reprise Theater, Andrews Powder Coating, Dekker Design, Germain Elementary School, Kaiser Permanente Hospital, Ludwick Family Foundation, Holy Cross Hospital, STAR Student Poll Worker Program, Pierce College School of Nursing, CAC Fabrication, and many others.
Chatsworth is a member of community organizations such as: Chatsworth/Porter Ranch Chamber of Commerce, Chatsworth Neighborhood Council, the Rotary Club, and the Kiwanis Club.
School Status
As a result of changing demographics, Chatsworth became a Title I Targeted Assistance School in 2004. The percentage of students qualifying for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program increased from slightly more than forty percent to almost fifty percent over the past five years. In an effort to better coordinate programs at Chatsworth, our advisory and decision making bodies voted to become a School wide Title I School beginning with the 2009-2010 school year. We are revising our Single Plan for Student Achievement to meet the goals of a School wide Title I Program.
In 2003, Chatsworth did not receive an API score—not enough students tested in one subject area. Therefore, we recorded no API growth for two consecutive years. We became a School Assistance and Intervention Team (SAIT) school. Working with a team from Los Angeles County, we established an action plan to improve student achievement in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Meeting all action plan steps and API growth goals in 2005, Chatsworth was removed from SAIT status beginning with the 2006-07 school year. After 2005, Chatsworth met its AYP goals, except this past year, 2008. Our English Learner population fell short of the English Language Arts proficiency target rate of 33.4 percent. We satisfied the remaining 25 AYP criteria.
Enrollment
Since 2004, our enrollment has increased with a slight drop for the recent school year. We attribute our growth to the efforts of our staff and parents. In particular, counselors, administrators, and support staff articulate with our feeder middle schools promoting our academic, extracurricular, and support programs with such events as our Spring Middle School Road Show and Future Freshman Night. This positive presentation of our school has led to an increase in open enrollment. Our growth since 2004 is in contrast to other comparable LAUSD high schools that have seen declines in recent years. As a result of building new schools, the District is encouraging families to enroll their students in neighborhood schools. The most recent enrollment decline is the consequence of the eventual elimination of the Capacity Adjustment Program (CAP), and the reduction in Permit with Transportation (PWT) integration program.
Grade Level and Gender
Our current enrollment has a slightly higher percentage of male students.
This school year, 2008, Chatsworth marks its implementation of Small Learning Communities. Students, with parent approval, submitted ranked requests for affiliation with the SLC thematic academies. To help students make their selections, Chatsworth High School held a Small Learning Communities Choices Assembly at which Lead Teachers provided multimedia presentations highlighting their unique curricular paths and activities. There is an imbalance between the male and female enrollment for the Engineering and Design SLC. This Small Learning Community is working to recruit and establish interest to entice more female students.