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Learn about the comprehensive system of support provided by the WVDE to enhance school improvement efforts, including technical assistance, professional development, and coordination with external partners.
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WVDE System of Support Michele Blatt Office of School Improvement
Restructuring began in Fall 2009 Dr. McClanahan ask the question, “How can we better support schools?” • OEPA • Technical Assistance • Specific Professional Development
Statewide System of Support Capacity Local Capacity Coordinate SSOS services, components, Personnel Differentiate support to districts and schools Deliver services to districts and schools SEA’s Intermediate agencies, External Partners School Support Coordinators, school teams Intensity, Duration of services, point of impact, Supporting Partner District
WVDE School Improvement Model • Identification • Governance • Protocols & Expectations • Progress Determinants • Data Collection • Essential Components • Monitoring • Evaluation/Consequences DRAFT FOR COMMENT
Diagnostic Visit • Full day visit by a 4-6 member team • Frameworks for High Performing Schools • Observations • Interviews • Culture Survey
Building Capacity • Diagnostic Report • Culture • Leadership • Curriculum and Instruction • Student Support • Effective Management Shared with central office, faculty and staff.
Tier 1 Schools and SIG Schools • Layered system of support with a state liaison • Weekly visits from Local School Improvement Specialist • Monthly visits from State School Improvement Specialist • Professional development ongoing throughout the year based on individual school needs
Capacity and Rolesin a Turnaround Framework Turnaround Support District State School Lead Turnaround Partner—SSOS Organizational Consultant Supporting Providers
Coordinated Effort Statewide • WVDE • Local Boards of Educations • RESA • External Supporting Partners
OEPA Work • Review County/School Strategic Plans • Prepare a template to document action steps to correct findings from OEPA visit • Technical Assistance • WVBE approval
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