Campus Improvement Plan
Bendwood Elementary School 2021-2022
- Mission Statement, Vision, Core Values
- Comprehensive Needs Assessment
- Goal 1: Student Achievement
- Goal 2: Student Support
- Goal 3: Safe Schools
- Goal 4: Fiscal Responsibility
- Goal 5
- Campus Funding Summary
Mission Statement, Vision, Core Values
Spring Branch Independent School District
Bendwood Elementary School
2021-2022 Campus Improvement Plan
Mission Statement
Mission: The Bendwood School for the Gifted and Talented and Special Needs Students exists to serve the unique academic and social and emotional learning necessary to ensure that all students' needs are met at the highest level.
Vision
Every Child
We put students at the heart of everything we do.
Every child. Every day. Every minute. Every way.
What’s Best for the Child Drives the Decision
Infinite Possibilities Through Education
Collective Greatness
We, as a community, leverage our individual strengths to reach challenging goals.
Surpass Expectations
Everyone’s Work Matters
Diversity Makes Us Stronger
Collaborative Spirit
We believe in each other and find joy in our work.
Each of Us is Committed to All of Us
Together We’re Better
Assume the Best
Limitless Curiosity
We never stop learning and growing.
Empowered to Innovate
Tenaciously Embrace Challenges
Unleashed Potential
Moral Compass
We are guided by strong character, ethics and integrity.
Personal Responsibility
Kindness and Mutual Respect
Trustworthiness
Core Values
Every Child
We put students at the heart of everything we do.
Collective Greatness
We, as a community, leverage our individual strengths to reach challenging goals.
Collaborative Spirit
We believe in each other and find joy in our work.
Limitless Curiosity
We never stop learning and growing.
Moral Compass
We are guided by strong character, ethics and integrity.
Core Characteristics of a T-2-4 Ready Graduate
Academically Prepared: Every Child finds joy in learning, has a learner's mindset and is motivated and equipped with the knowledge, skills and competencies to succeed in life.
Ethical & Service-Minded: Every Child acts with integrity, is personally responsible for their actions and is a civically-engaged community member.
Empathetic & Self-Aware: Every Child appreciates differences, forms secure relationships and cares for their own and others’ emotional, mental and physical health.
Persistent & Adaptable: Every Child is fueled by their own passions, interests and goals and perseveres with confidence and courage.
Resourceful Problem-Solver: Every Child thinks critically and creatively and applies knowledge to find and solve problems.
Communicator & Collaborator: Every Child skillfully conveys thoughts, ideas, knowledge and information and is a receptive and responsive listener.
Comprehensive Needs Assessment
- Demographics
- Student Learning
- School Processes & Programs
- Perceptions
- Comprehensive Needs Assessment - Data Documentation
Demographics
Comprehensive Needs Assessment
Demographics
Demographics Summary
Bendwood serves students in our ECSE program for 3-5 year old special needs students and 3-5 grade gifted and talented students in our SPIRAL program. Our staff is well established with teachers having a many years of teaching experience. Our school culture follows the District's Core Values in all we do. The District is supportive our programs. Parents are engaged in student learning and other activities. Our PTA and CIT and made up of parents and community members who offer guidance as we strive for excellence in all we do.
Demographics Strengths
Bendwood students come from all schools in the District. Our student body is representative of District demographics. We see that as a strength as it allows for all voices and perspectives to be considered.
Problem Statements Identifying Demographics Needs
Problem Statement 1: Some students do not have basic needs met consistently. Root Cause: Poverty
Student Learning
Comprehensive Needs Assessment
Student Learning
Student Learning Summary
Bendwood students are successful in their academics and SEL. The students in the ECSE program are taught at their level and at their starting point in learning. Many students are working on potty training and speech. These 2 skills are essential life skills for other learning to take place. The students in our SPIRAL program work on academic areas that challenge gifted learners.
Student Learning Strengths
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Strong curriculum.
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Parent commitment to student success.
Problem Statements Identifying Student Learning Needs
Problem Statement 1: Students begin by learning basic life skills. Root Cause: Special Education Needs.
Problem Statement 2: Students with Autism and special needs require specialized therapies including therapies that increase tolerance to touch and sensory. Root Cause: Special Education Needs
School Processes & Programs
Comprehensive Needs Assessment
School Processes & Programs
School Processes & Programs Summary
The Bendwood staff is stable with little turnover. Our campus includes 2 unique programs serving special needs students. Our ECSE program serves students with special need in the area of early development. Our SPIRAL program serves students identified as gifted. Qualifications and admissions for both programs are done at the District level.
School Processes & Programs Strengths
- District, parent, and community support.
- Well devised curriculum.
- Experienced staff.
Perceptions
Perceptions Summary
Mission: The Bendwood School for the Gifted and Talented and Special Needs Students exists to serve the unique academic and social and emotional learning necessary to ensure that all students' needs are met at the highest level.
Vision: The Bendwood School will provide an inspiring, rigorous, and safe learning environment where students will grow socially, emotionally, and academically so that they are inspired and empowered to reach their maximum potential through their educational journey.
Values: Children First and Foremost; Uniqueness and Diversity; High Expectations; Learning as a Lifelong Process; All Needs of Every Child
Comprehensive Needs Assessment - Data Documentation
Comprehensive Needs Assessment Data Documentation
The following data were used to verify the comprehensive needs assessment analysis:
Improvement Planning Data
- District goals
- Campus goals
- Performance Objectives with summative review (prior year)
- Campus/District improvement plans (current and prior years)
- State and federal planning requirements
- Covid-19 Factors and/or waivers
Student Data: Student Groups
- Economically Disadvantaged / Non-economically disadvantaged performance, progress, and participation data
- At-risk/non-at-risk population including performance, progress, discipline, attendance, and mobility data
- Gifted and talented data
Student Data: Behavior and Other Indicators
- Attendance data
- School safety data
Employee Data
- Professional learning communities (PLC) data
- Staff surveys and/or other feedback
- State certified and high quality staff data
Goal 1: Student Achievement
Student Achievement
Performance Objective 1 - ACHIEVEMENT
Goals
Goal 1: STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT. Every Bendwood Elementary School student will master rigorous academic standards to ensure college and career readiness.
Performance Objective 1: ACHIEVEMENT: Using the Unique Learning System, 100% of Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) students will demonstrate mastery of IEP objectives by their annual ARD
Evaluation Data Sources: Unique Reports, Classroom Data Sheets, Progress Reports
Summative Evaluation: None
Strategy 1: Continue implementation of the Unique Learning System in all ECSE classrooms to determine the students' level of performance based on IEP objectives. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: The Unique Learning System will ensure that all necessary elements are included in instruction. Reports can be run to monitor student progress and performance. These reports can be used to adjust instruction and respond to student needs. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Principal, Teachers Title I Schoolwide Elements: 2.4, 2.6 - TEA Priorities: Build a foundation of reading and math - ESF Levers: Lever 4: High-Quality Curriculum, Lever 5: Effective Instruction Funding Sources: Supplies and material - 199 PIC 99 - Undistributed - 6399, supplies and material - 199 PIC 23 - Special Education - 6399, supplies and material - 211 - Title I, Part A - 6399 - $371 |
Strategy 2: The Sensory/Motor Lab will be utilized daily to enhance instruction by providing a calming area for students with autism to experience a sensory environment. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Use of the Sensory/Motor Lab will ensure that ECSE students learn to use calming techniques so that they can refocus on learning. This aligns with our SEL focus and the Mindfulness used with staff. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Principal, Teachers TEA Priorities: Recruit, support, retain teachers and principals - ESF Levers: Lever 1: Strong School Leadership and Planning, Lever 3: Positive School Culture, Lever 5: Effective Instruction Funding Sources: supplies and material - 282 ARP21 (ESSER III Campus Allocations) - 6399 - $2,000, supplies and material - 211 - Title I, Part A - 6399, supplies and material - 199 PIC 23 - Special Education - 6399 |
Strategy 3: The SPIRAL team will align curriculum to match the exemplary rating on the revised State Plan for the Gifted. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: SBISD SPIRAL Program will be in compliance with State Standards for a gifted program. This will ensure that the SPIRAL curriculum aligns with best practices and TEA expectations for a Gifted Program. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Principal, Advanced Academic Studies TEA Priorities: Build a foundation of reading and math - ESF Levers: Lever 4: High-Quality Curriculum, Lever 5: Effective Instruction Funding Sources: supplies and material - 199 PIC 21 - Gifted & Talented - 6399 |
Strategy 4: ECSE Teachers will attend Region IV professional development to increase their skills to ensure that ECSE students meet their IEP objectives. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Lesson Plans Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Principal Funding Sources: professional development - 211 - Title I, Part A - 6239 - $2,200 |
Strategy 5: ECSE teachers will implement Music Therapy strategies to enhance the learning of students on the autism spectrum. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Music Therapy is the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals such as behavioral, social, psychological, communicative, physical, sensorymotor, and/or cognitive functioning. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Principal, Team Leader TEA Priorities: Build a foundation of reading and math - ESF Levers: Lever 4: High-Quality Curriculum Funding Sources: Professional Development - 211 - Title I, Part A - $4,000 |
Performance Objective 2 - GAP-CLOSING
Goals
Goal 1: STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT. Every Bendwood Elementary School student will master rigorous academic standards to ensure college and career readiness.
Performance Objective 2: GAP-CLOSING: By June 2022, 100% of Bendwood Elementary School Economically Disadvantaged and English Language Learner Students will demonstrate mastery of IEP objectives by their annual ARD.
Evaluation Data Sources: Unique Reports, Classroom Data Sheets, Progress Reports
Summative Evaluation: None
Strategy 1: IEPs will drive instruction for PPCD students. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Meeting IEP objectives at Annual ARD. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: ECSE Teachers, Principal TEA Priorities: Build a foundation of reading and math - ESF Levers: Lever 2: Effective, Well-Supported Teachers, Lever 4: High-Quality Curriculum, Lever 5: Effective Instruction Funding Sources: supplies and material - 199 PIC 23 - Special Education - 6399 supplies and material - 211 - Title I, Part A - 6399 |
Strategy 2: SPIRAL students will be challenged through a rigorous curriculum which meets the needs of gifted learners. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Increase in knowledge of thematic unit topics. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: SPIRAL Teachers, Principal Title I Schoolwide Elements: 2.5 - TEA Priorities: Build a foundation of reading and math - ESF Levers: Lever 4: High-Quality Curriculum, Lever 5: Effective Instruction Funding Sources: supplies and material - 282 ARP21 (ESSER III Campus Allocations) - $2,400, supplies and material - 199 PIC 21 - Gifted & Talented - 6399, 6112, 6239 |
Goal 2: Student Support
Student Support
Performance Objective 1 - SCHOOL CONNECTEDNESS
Goals
Goal 2: STUDENT SUPPORT. Every Bendwood Elementary School student will benefit from an aligned system that supports his/her academic and social- emotional needs.
Performance Objective 1: SCHOOL CONNECTEDNESS: By June 2022, 100% of students at Bendwood Elementary School will meet expectations on the Social Emotional Learning portion of the CIRCLE assessment.
Evaluation Data Sources: Social-Emotional Learning CIRCLE EOY Checklist
Summative Evaluation: None
Strategy 1: Activities will include Back to School Event, Fall and Spring Play Dates, Spirit Nights, Interactive Speech Workshops and a Kids Night In Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Increase in parent and student involvement outside of the school day. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Principal, Title I Interventionist ESF Levers: Lever 2: Effective, Well-Supported Teachers, Lever 3: Positive School Culture Funding Sources: supplies and material - 199 PIC 30 - At Risk School Wide SCE - 6399, supplies and material/professional salary - 211 - Title I, Part A - 6399, 6119, supplies - 211 - Title I, Part A - 6499 - $1,001, supplies and material - 199 PIC 99 - Undistributed - 6399, 6122, 6499, Professional Salary - 211 - Title I, Part A - 6100 - $7,228 |
Strategy 2: ECSE students and parents will participate in 2 shared reading activities. |
Performance Objective 2 - GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING
Goals
Goal 2: STUDENT SUPPORT. Every Bendwood Elementary School student will benefit from an aligned system that supports his/her academic and social- emotional needs.
Performance Objective 2: GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING: Each grade level will implement and support character education and social-emotional learning curriculum.
Evaluation Data Sources: Training materials and attendance rosters
Summative Evaluation: None
Strategy 1: The SPIRAL Teachers will implement their knowledge of SEL strategies and the Character Strong Program. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Fewer office referrals for antecedent behaviors caused by lack of social and emotional skills. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Teachers, Principal Title I Schoolwide Elements: 2.5, 2.6 -TEA Priorities: Recruit, support, retain teachers and principals - ESF Levers: Lever 2: Effective, Well-Supported Teachers, Lever 3: Positive School Culture- Comprehensive Support Strategy |
Goal 3: Safe Schools
Safe Schools
Performance Objective 1 - SAFETY COMMITTEE
Goals
Goal 3: SAFE SCHOOLS. Strengthen school safety by establishing and conducting Campus Safety Committee reviews throughout the school year.
Performance Objective 1: SAFETY COMMITTEE: Strengthen school safety by establishing and conducting Campus Safety Committee reviews throughout the school year.
HB3 Goal
Evaluation Data Sources: Campus Safety Committee roster
Summative Evaluation: None
Strategy 1: CAMPUS SAFETY COMMITTEE: Establish Campus Safety Committees composed of a cross section of stakeholders to look at matters related to campus safety. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Each Campus principal will recruit a safety team and provide a roster. Each campus team will meet three times per year so that all campuses will be able to refine safety practices. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Administrators TEA Priorities: Recruit, support, retain teachers and principals - ESF Levers: Lever 3: Positive School Culture Funding Sources: supplies and materials - 199 PIC 99 - Undistributed - 6399 |
Strategy 2: HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: Participate in the Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) campus safety audit. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Campus will develop action plans to address any deficiencies as a result of safety audits. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Administrators, Safety Committee ESF Levers: Lever 2: Effective, Well-Supported Teachers, Lever 3: Positive School Culture |
Performance Objective 2 - EMERGENCY OPERATIONS
Goals
Goal 3: SAFE SCHOOLS. Strengthen school safety by establishing and conducting Campus Safety Committee reviews throughout the school year.
Performance Objective 2: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS: Develop Campus Emergency Operations Procedures (EOP) that comply with SB 11, and include Standard Operating Procedures.
Evaluation Data Sources: Campus Emergency Operation Procedures Documents
Summative Evaluation: None
Strategy 1: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PROCEDURES: Campus EOP will align to the best practices from the Texas School Safety Center and the Standard Operating Procedures, such as the "I Love You Guys" Foundation. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Campus EOP is turned in and filed by September 1st. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Administrators ESF Levers: Lever 2: Effective, Well-Supported Teachers, Lever 3: Positive School Culture |
Strategy 2:EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PROCEDURES: Update campus EOP annually and train staff at the start of each school year. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Campus procedures maintained in campus EOPs. Staff training documents maintained. EOP submitted by September 1st. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Administrators, Safety Committee ESF Levers: Lever 2: Effective, Well-Supported Teachers, Lever 3: Positive School Culture |
Goal 4: Fiscal Responsibility
Fiscal Responsibility
Performance Objective 1 - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Goals
Goal 4: FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY. Bendwood Elementary School will ensure efficient and effective fiscal management of resources and operations to maximize learning for all students.
Performance Objective 1: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: Maintain high quality financial management practices so that financial resources provide the maximum possible support for T-2-4.
Evaluation Data Sources: Year-To-Date (YTD) Budget Reports (monthly, quarterly, annually)
Summative Evaluation: None
Strategy 1: Conduct frequent budget meetings with Administrative Assistant to review and manage money. Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Error free records. Documentation of purchases and orders. Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Principal, Administrative Assistant Title I Schoolwide Elements: 3.1 - ESF Levers: Lever 1: Strong School Leadership and Planning, Lever 2: Effective, Well-Supported Teachers |
Goal 5
Goals
Goal 5: Provide SPIRAL students with the same technology access as they have at their home schools.
Performance Objective 1: SPIRAL studnts will have the same access to iPads and ChromeBooks as other students in the district.
Evaluation Data Sources: Projects, Products, Rubrics
Strategy 1: Students will have access to iPads and ChromeBooks at Bendwood.
Strategy's Expected Result/Impact: Students will produce quality projects and products as assess by a rubric.
Staff Responsible for Monitoring: Jana Bassett ESF Levers: Lever 4: High-Quality Curriculum, Lever 5: Effective Instruction
Funding Sources: Supplies and Materials - 211 - Title I, Part A - 6398
Campus Funding Summary
Campus Funding Summary
199 PIC 21 - Gifted & Talented | ||||
Goal | Objective | Strategy | Resources Needed | Amount |
1 | 1 | 3 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
1 | 2 | 2 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
Sub-Total | $0.00 | |||
Budgeted Fund Source Amount | $19,300.00 | |||
+/- Difference | $19,300.00 |
199 PIC 23 - Special Education | ||||
Goal | Objective | Strategy | Resources Needed | Amount |
1 | 1 | 1 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
1 | 1 | 2 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
1 | 2 | 1 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
Sub-Total | $0.00 | |||
Budgeted Fund Source Amount | $17,580.00 | |||
+/- Difference | $17,580.00 |
199 PIC 30 - At Risk School Wide SCE | ||||
Goal | Objective | Strategy | Resources Needed | Amount |
2 | 1 | 1 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
Sub-Total | $0.00 | |||
Budgeted Fund Source Amount | $3,500.00 | |||
+/- Difference | $3,500.00 |
199 PIC 99 - Undistributed | ||||
Goal | Objective | Strategy | Resources Needed | Amount |
1 | 1 | 1 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
2 | 1 | 1 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
3 | 1 | 1 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
Sub-Total | $0.00 | |||
Budgeted Fund Source Amount | $32,345.00 | |||
+/- Difference | + $32,345.00 |
211 - Title I, Part A | ||||
Goal | Objective | Strategy | Resources Needed | Amount |
1 | 1 | 1 | supplies and material | $371.00 |
1 | 1 | 2 | supplies and material | $0.00 |
1 | 1 | 4 | professional development | $2,200.00 |
1 | 1 | 5 | professional development | $4,000.00 |
1 | 2 | 1 | supplies and material | $3,620.00 |
2 | 1 | 1 | supplies and material/professional salary | $10,000.00 |
2 | 1 | 1 | supplies | $1,001.00 |
2 | 1 | 1 | professional salary | $7,228.00 |
2 | 1 | 2 | materials and resources | $500.00 |
5 | 1 | 1 | supplies and materials | $0.00 |
Sub-Total | $15,300.00 | |||
Budgeted Fund Source Amount | $15,300.00 | |||
+/- Difference | $0.00 |
282 ARP21 (ESSER III Campus Allocations) | ||||
Goal | Objective | Strategy | Resources Needed | Amount |
1 | 1 | 2 | Supplies and material | $2,000.00 |
1 | 2 | 2 | Supplies and material | $2,400.00 |
Sub-Total | $4,400.00 | |||
Budgeted Fund Source Amount | $4,400.00 | |||
+/- Difference | $0.00 | |||
Grand Total | $19,700.00 |