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Male Learner PLC

Male Learner PLC. May 7 2012 Ron Ashcraft Allison Atchley Jessica Crisci Damien Croucher Katrina Francis Thomas Fyvie Anthony Peconie Linda Risley. S.M.A.R.T. GOAL.

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Male Learner PLC

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  1. Male Learner PLC May 7 2012 Ron Ashcraft Allison Atchley Jessica Crisci Damien Croucher Katrina Francis Thomas Fyvie Anthony Peconie Linda Risley

  2. S.M.A.R.T. GOAL • SPECIFIC – To identify male students in grades 9-12 who exhibit at risk behaviors using the following criteria: student attendance, academic performance, frequency of disciplinary actions, and credit accrual. In addition, the Male Learner PLC will examine the development of a sustainable Male Mentoring Program at SGHS. • MEASURABLE– The Male Learner PLC will utilize Progress Reports, Report Cards, Attendance, and Disciplinary Reports to monitor student progress. In addition, we will utilize quarterly failure reports as well as yearly graduation rates to assess student progress. • ATTAINABLE- The Male Learner PLC will examine existing mentoring models in order to assist at risk students at SGHS to meet the following goals: improved attendance, a reduction in disciplinary actions, improved academic performance, and increased involvement in extra curricular activities. • RESULTS ORIENTED – The Male Learner PLC will evaluate student progress quarterly.

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  8. What Does the Research Reveal About Student Performance in Schools Today • There are many factors that contribute to a students overall performance in school. • School Based Factors • Disregard of individual learning styles • Lack of relevant curriculum • Lack of participation in school governance by key constituents • Lack of effective student assessment • Lack of diversity in instructional styles • Lack of meaningful professional development opportunities • Lack of appropriate role models • Low expectations from staff • Low parent/community involvement in school • Passive Instructional Strategies • Raised academic standards without adequate school support

  9. What Does the Research Reveal About Student Performance in Schools Today • There are many factors that contribute to a students overall performance in school. • Family / Home Factors • Low socioeconomic status • Numerous family responsibilities • Single parent / separated household • No parent involvement in school • Low parent expectations • Non-English speaking home • Child abuse or neglect • Domestic Violence • High mobility • Homelessness • Little opportunity for learning outside of school • Low educational attainment of parents

  10. What Does the Research Reveal About Student Performance in Schools Today • There are many factors that contribute to a students overall performance in school. • Community Factors • Lack of community support services • Lack of community support for schools and linkages with schools • High incidence of criminal behavior • Unsafe neighborhoods • High unemployment • Exploitation of youth • Lack of adequate health care • Lack of affordable housing • Proliferation of controlled substances

  11. A Community Schools Approach • A Community Schools Approach must include support from: • School staff: To provide academic support as well as mentoring. • Student Resources: To address social, interpersonal and communication needs. • School families: To encourage and develop family involvement, learning support systems, and increase opportunities for family involvement. • Community Support: Child rearing, housing, health care, and employment. • Combined Supports: Provide student assistance year round as well as before, during, and after school.

  12. Local Models • There is no comprehensive model in the immediate Capital District that addresses the challenges that our students are facing. Some school districts have created supports to address certain aspects of a Community Schools Approach • Burnt Hills Ballston Lake HS • Academic Assistance Period (AAP) – Tues. Wed. Thur. Extended school day model (2:25-3:15 PM) for students to receive additional academic support for their academic classes. • Guilderland FAST Program ( Freshmen Academic Success Team): • Academic support • Staff Support • Student Support: Upper classmen tutoring 9th grade students, community service • Community Support Component: Collaboration with local university • Has been absorbed into a full scale Freshmen House that includes: transition support, mentoring, and academic support.

  13. Sources • At Risk Youth: Identification, Programs, and Recommendations • Changing Schools and Communities: A Systemic Approach to Dropout Prevention: Massachusetts Department of Education • “Why Does Family Wealth Affect Learning”; American Educator; Daniel T. Washington • Coalition for Community Schools www.communityschools.org • Burnt-Hills Ballston Lake CSD • Guilderland CSD

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