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Austin ISD Students with Disabilities in Secondary Settings

Austin ISD Students with Disabilities in Secondary Settings Council of Great City Schools, October 21, 2010 Janna Lilly, Director of Special Education Dr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools Officer Austin Independent School District. Context of AISD. 86,103 students

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Austin ISD Students with Disabilities in Secondary Settings

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  1. Austin ISD Students with Disabilities in Secondary Settings Council of Great City Schools, October 21, 2010 Janna Lilly, Director of Special Education Dr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools Officer Austin Independent School District

  2. Context of AISD • 86,103 students • 124 schools (including special campuses) • 6,067 teachers • 8,200 special education students Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700

  3. Strategy Design • Problem: Low graduation rate • Causes: Limited program options • Theory of Action: If we provide expanded and modified options for vocational training, more students will graduate. • Implementation: Expanded vocational programs and supports • Assess: Data show positive student outcomes Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700

  4. Secondary Outcomes for Students with Disabilities • Graduation rate increased from 56% to 61% • 6 – 11% point gains in state assessments in all subjects • 32% of the class of 2009 confirmed post secondary enrollment • State Performance Plan Indicator 13 (Transition) improved from 26% - 75% • 100% in Ag/Horticulture class received OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) certification • 100% of hospitality class received Texas Food Handlers Certification • 8 students received Office Proficiency Assessment Certifications • 3 students interns hired post graduation at Dell Children’s Hospital • 4 students have jr. college credit banked Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700

  5. Programs and Support • Project ADVANCE • College Connection • Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700

  6. Programs and Support • Transition summer training • Clifton Career Development School • - 3 year program, CTE credit, Jr. College credit, recognized certifications, community partners • Community Based Vocational Instruction • - ARRA funded, 6 High Schools, job site establishment • Greater Opportunities Project • - 19-22 year olds, job coaches, community job cites Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700

  7. Austin ISD Students with Disabilities in Secondary Settings • Q & A • For more information, contact: • Ms. Janna Lilly, Director for Special Education janna.lilly@austinisd.org • Dr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools Officer • pcruz@austinisd.org Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700

  8. AISD CGCS Presentations AISD REACH: Supporting & Rewarding Educator Excellence David Lussier, Executive Director, Educator Quality Urban Students with Disabilities and Secondary Education Janna Lilly, Director, Special Education Dr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools Officer Turnaround Schools: The Austin Way Meria Joel Carstarphen, Ed.D., Superintendent Dr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools Officer Using Technology to Engage Stakeholders in Shared Ownership and Accountability for Austin ISD’s Strategic Direction Meria Joel Carstarphen, Ed.D., Superintendent John Alawneh, Executive Director, Technology Janis Guerrero, Executive Director, Planning & Community Relations Visit www.austinisd.org for all of AISD’s Council of Great City School presentations and handouts

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