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Beaverton Schools

School Improvement Plan

Strategic Plan Goal Area 1:  Safe and Thriving Attendance

Strategic Plan Outcome:  Every Student Thrives Socially and Emotionally

Strategic Plan Measure:  % of Students Attending Regularly

School “SMART” Goal: Increase Regular Attendance to 93%

Specific: Increase the percentage of Regular Attenders (students with 90% or higher attendance) from 84% to 93% by the end of the school year. This will be achieved through a multifaceted approach, including implementing an early warning system for at-risk students, developing targeted interventions for chronically absent students, and launching a school-wide campaign to promote the importance of daily attendance.

Measurable: The goal will be measured by tracking attendance data for the entire student population. Progress will be reviewed bi-weekly by the attendance team and actions will be taken to follow-up with families of students with chronic absenteeism.

Achievable: While this is a significant increase, it is attainable. The 9% increase from the previous two years shows positive momentum. This goal is realistic by focusing on early intervention and involving staff, students, and families in the process. With 389 total students, 93% is 361, leaving 28 students who are NOT attending school 90% of the time or more. Ideally we want that number to be zero, but realistically illness, vacations, and other factors often interfere with attendance rates.

Relevant: Improving attendance is crucial for student success, as it directly impacts academic performance and graduation rates. A higher attendance rate will lead to better student outcomes and create a more engaged and successful school community.

Time-bound: This goal will be accomplished by the end of the current school year, which concludes on June 11, 2026. Bi-weekly check-ins will ensure the initiative stays on track.

 Strategic Plan Strategy: Implementing early warning systems, utilize targeted interventions for chronically absent students, and launching a school-wide (and district-wide) campaign to promote the importance of daily attendance,and  focus on creating a strong sense of belonging for all students.

Action:

  • Revisit 10 Practices for Culturally Relevant Instruction
  • Create strong classroom communities to foster a deep sense of belonging for each child
  • Implementing Early Warning Systems
  • Utilize targeted interventions for chronically absent students
  • Launch a Schoolwide Attendance Campaign

 

Strategic Plan Goal Area 2:  Progress on Standards

Strategic Plan Outcome:  Opportunity and outcome gaps are reduced or eliminated

Strategic Plan Measure:  % of Historically Underserved students who show a reduction in the gap between their ELA score and cut score on the state ELA test.

School “SMART” Goal (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Timely):    The Average Gap Score Change indicator uses the difference between a student’s score and the cut score for the assessment, called a gap score.

Increase the gap score of historically underserved students by at least one level in the upcoming academic year.   This goal is highly relevant to our commitment to promoting educational equity and ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed. By improving the ELA Average Gap Score for historically underserved students, we are directly addressing a critical achievement gap and preparing them for future academic and career success. This initiative aligns with our school's mission to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.

Available Leading Indicators for this Measure:

  • Progress monitoring data
  • STAR assessments
  • Running Records
  • HMH Formative Assessment
  • Oral Reading Fluency Measures

Strategic Plan Strategy:  We will focus on key literacy components including reading comprehension, writing proficiency, and vocabulary development.

Action:

  • Implementation of a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS). This includes providing targeted interventions, small-group instruction, and individualized support tailored to the specific needs of each student.
  • Engage in ongoing collaboration every six weeks with instructional coaches and the administrator to analyze data, monitor progress, and decide on next steps.
  • MTSS committee monitoring schoolwide data trends, distribution of human resources to support interventions
  • Integrate high-leverage strategies for English language development:
    • Content and Language Scaffolding: Teachers will use visual aids, graphic organizers, and sentence frames to make complex academic content more accessible. They will also pre-teach key vocabulary and concepts.
    • Leveraging First Language: We will encourage the use of students' native languages as a bridge to English. For example, students can be encouraged to discuss a topic in their first language before writing about it in English.
    • Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: Educators will incorporate texts and topics that reflect the diverse backgrounds and cultures of our students, making learning more relevant and engaging. This helps validate students' identities and prior knowledge.
    • Collaborative Learning: Students will be placed in small, heterogeneous groups to promote peer interaction and language practice in a low-stress environment. Activities will be designed to encourage conversation and shared problem-solving.
    • Dedicated Support: We will ensure that our LAS and ELD para are integrated into classroom instruction to provide targeted support and co-teach with ELA teachers, ensuring a cohesive and comprehensive approach.