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George W. Hewlett High School Graduate Survey A Report to the Board of Education

George W. Hewlett High School Graduate Survey A Report to the Board of Education. Prepared By : Dina Anzalone , Director of Curriculum and Assessment Thomas Russo, Principal, GWHHS Thomas Kenny, Chairperson, PPS. INTRODUCTION.

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George W. Hewlett High School Graduate Survey A Report to the Board of Education

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  1. George W. Hewlett High SchoolGraduate SurveyA Report to the Board of Education Prepared By : Dina Anzalone, Director of Curriculum and Assessment Thomas Russo, Principal, GWHHS Thomas Kenny, Chairperson, PPS

  2. INTRODUCTION • Graduate survey created to track seniors’ perceptions of their experiences in HWPS. • Surveys administered to the graduating classes of 2009, 2010, and 2011. • Conducted a separate 18-month post-graduate follow-up survey - Class of 2009.

  3. Purposes of the Study • To examine high school seniors’ perceptions of the effectiveness of selected resources and experiences at HWPS and GWHHS. • To supply district with data for further examination.

  4. Background • The survey instrument is a questionnaire • Number of respondents: • Class of 2009: 261 responses • Class of 2010: 177 responses • Class of 2011: 244 responses • Surveys were administered to: • Class of 2009 in June during Physical Education Class • Class of 2010 in June during Physical Education Class • Class of 2011 in April during English Class

  5. RESULTS OVER THREE YEARS

  6. Did you have a positive and meaningful learning experience at GWHHS?

  7. Did HWPS prepare you to deal with advancing technology in the world beyond high school?

  8. Observations: What changed from 2009-2011? • Tablet PC Program • Professional Development in Technology Integration • Increased teacher usage of the tablets and associated software • Inquiry-based Interdisciplinary Research Paper • Interactive White Board Technology

  9. Were school counselors helpful in selecting courses to meet your needs, interests and future goals?

  10. Observations: What changed between 2009-2011? • Open enrollment replaced over-ride practice • Individualized student scheduling and planning • Course recommendation process • Increased collaboration between school counselors and college admissions staff

  11. Do you believe that Hewlett High School provides a safe and positive climate for learning?

  12. Observations: What changed between 2009-2011? • Expansion of wellness program • Proactive discipline • Anti-Bullying programs • Increased safety measures

  13. How would you rate staff members’ caring attitude and responsiveness to your learning needs?

  14. To what degree did Hewlett High School provide you with a strong foundation in conducting research and writing academic papers?

  15. Observations: What happened? What is happening? • Past: ELA/Social Studies Inquiry-Based Research Project • Present: English 12R and Government and Economics 12 piloting hybrid course • Future: Exploring other opportunities in these areas including Senior Experience and Senior Project

  16. How prepared do you feel for the transition to life after high school?

  17. Observations: • How can we further increase “preparedness” for transition to life after high school?

  18. How would you rate the value of your Senior Project/Senior Experience?

  19. Observations: What is happening as a result? • GWHHS has developed an Educating the Future for the Future Committee to review options for Senior Experience and Senior Project. • Entrance criteria into Senior Experience has changed. • Expanded participation

  20. To what degree did elective classes offered at Hewlett High School help you to explore different career opportunities?

  21. Observations: • Choice provides students with increased opportunities to explore areas of interest • Continue to evaluate and explore course offerings

  22. How well did the Library/Media Center support you in your academic studies at Hewlett High School?

  23. Observations: What is happening as a result? • The library is now open periods 1-11, including lunch periods • The addition of the Internet Café, which is adjacent to Library

  24. How well did Hewlett High School prepare you in critical thinking skills, such as creativity, innovation, decision making, and problem solving?

  25. Observations: What changed between 2009-2011? • Focus on Policy #0001: 4 A’s and 4 C’s • Youth Leadership Forum’s focus on 21st Century skills • World Cafés on 21st Century skills • 5th, 8th, and 11th Grade Inquiry-based Interdisciplinary Research • Performance-based assessments

  26. Our Longer-Term Survey18-month post-graduate163 respondents

  27. Overview of results:

  28. What’s Next?

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