Sand Creek Community Schools Superintendent Update - December 2024
Stay updated with the latest quarterly report from Sharon Smith, Superintendent/CFO of Sand Creek Community Schools. The update covers highlights, disappointments, strategic plans, and more important aspects of the district's operations. Explore the challenges faced, achievements made, and future goals set by the district for a comprehensive understanding of the educational landscape.
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SUPERINTENDENT STATE OF THE DISTRICT QUARTERLY UPDATE Sharon Smith, Superintendent/CFO December 16, 2024
Agenda Highpoints of First Semester Disappointments (Opportunities) of First Semester Strategic Plan Data, Data, Data Safety Efforts Culture/Climate/Communication/Perception Budget Amendments 2ndSemester Focus
Highpoints of First Semester Strategic Plan Process 3-5 Year plan complete and presented to the board Quarterly PLC and Staff Professional Development Data, Data, Data Assessment data taking the next step SWIS Referral Attendance Data Safety Efforts E3 Application (Emergent 3) Safety planning in coordination with Madison Township Police, Fire and EMS Threat Assessment Team Training 2025 Best Elementary Schools U.S. News Ranking Ruth McGregor Elementary State-bound teams/athletes: Cross Country, Equestrian Safety Day at Elementary Community Involvement Craft show another record attendance of 2,380 thru the door!
Disappointments (Opportunities) of First Semester Sinking Fund Proposal Not Approved Student Enrollment Down slightly from last year Up slightly from budget Several students leaving for other alternative ed programs State School Aid Budget Cuts No increase in per student 31AA Grant cut 23G Grant eliminated
Strategic Plan: District Mission, Vision and Belief Statements Proposed Mission Statement Sand Creek Community Schools will provide a range of motivational and engaging instructional experiences in a safe environment, empowering students to achieve their greatest potential. Proposed Vision Statement The Vision of Sand Creek Community Schools is to develop well-rounded, responsible, productive and successful members of society. Proposed Belief Statements Sand Creek Community Schools believe.. That positive relationships foster a safe and supportive learning environment. That open communication and family engagement is a foundation for a strong community and student success. In providing a variety of experiences to prepare our students for their future. That every student deserves a quality education.
Strategic Plan: Proposed Goal Statements Communications: Sand Creek Community Schools will continue to explore and utilize multiple communication avenues to promote and encourage engagement within and beyond our community. Academics/Programs: Sand Creek Community Schools will prepare students for academic success and to be a positive, contributing member of society. Operations: Sand Creek Community Schools will maintain financial stability to support the changing needs of the district. Culture: Sand Creek Community Schools will use relationships and data to foster a positive and safe learning environment. Personnel: Sand Creek Community Schools will foster the culture and climate to develop staff and administrative leaders.
Data, Data, Data Munetrix training for all staff - new Data-Hub Spring 2024 M-STEP Data PLC work this fall Target Analysis Report Early Warning Reports IRIP (Individual Reading Improvement Plan) Data Grade level and department groups analyzed data to identify trends Use data trends to strategize and Create action plan
Data, Data, Data Munetrix training for all staff - the new Data-Hub NWEA Data Analyze NWEA data: Are results expected? Were there surprises positive or negative? Compare/contrast with our curriculum, instruction, phasing Strategize action plans
Data, Data, Data Early Warning Module-Munetrix Data-Hub Early warning data highlights concerns or trend changes for students in attendance and grades
Data, Data, Data Attendance Data *Current chronic absenteeism rate for Sand Creek Schools is 4.92%. Chronic absenteeism is having 10 or more absences a semester. Well below Lenawee County and Michigan numbers! End of semester totals to be around 10% This is a 2% improvement over last year, 1stsemester totals
Data, Data, Data SWIS Referral/Discipline Data
Data, Data, Data SWIS Referral/Discipline Data
Safety Efforts Emergent 3 (E3) Emergency Communication Application Safety plan coordination with Madison Township Emergency Evacuation and Reunification Planning Live Shooter Emergency Response Drill Planning Threat Assessment Team Training Protecting Children on Social Media Working with a few other districts in county to offer a community/parent safety meeting with presenter from Government and Community Outreach Protect MI Child
Culture/Climate/Communication/ Perception Continue efforts to improve communication and tell our story using a variety of methods: Quarterly Newsletter mailing District Website and Facebook Official News Source All-Staff Updates Sunday night alerts Feedback surveys to seek specific input/feedback Meet with Superintendent Events January 9th and January 17th Superintendent Greeting Videos
Disappointments/Opportunities Sinking Fund Proposal Failure Met with Building Committee to review and prioritize 5-year plan and numerous facility needs Keep searching for grant opportunities Awarded Section 74b Clean Bus Grant thru MDE 75% of cost. If we also receive the EPA grant, we could get 2 new electric buses 100% funded State School Aid Funding cuts 31AA Grant cut 23G Grant cut Per student funding freeze Enrollment slightly down from last year; slightly up from budget Will be working with Finance Committee reviewing current year and next year s budget forecasts
2nd Semester 2024/2025 Focus General Fund Budget Implement 1st and 2nd quarter of Strategic Plan Apply for EPA Electric bus grant Plan and coordinate live-shooter drill with Madison Township April 12, 2024 Update Threat Assessment procedures following training Submit to board for approval Assemble Wellness Committee to review district wellness policies Continue Culture/Climate/Communication/Perception efforts Implement Strategic Plan into MICIP continuous improvement plan Work with county Curriculum Group to set and implement Curriculum Review calendar/schedule Proactive Coaching Spring Training Sessions Board amended Athletic, Coach and Parent Handbooks
