PRIORITY 3: ALIGNING STUDENT SUPPORTS TO MIRROR STUDENT NEEDS
PRIORITY 3
ALIGNING STUDENT SUPPORTS TO MIRROR STUDENT NEEDS
CHERRY HILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS WILL ENSURE THAT EACH CHILD RECEIVES THE ACADEMIC, BEHAVIORAL, AND SOCIAL EMOTIONAL SUPPORT UNIQUELY SUITED TO ENSURE THEIR SUCCESS
AIM 3A
Increase the alignment of student instruction and support to most effectively meet the needs of each child.
Goals
- By 2030, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) data will indicate an increase in the percentage of students whose needs are effectively supported through tiered programming.
KPIs
- KPI 1: Student growth within interventions will be tracked and reported twice annually with clear benchmarks to measure progress.
- KPI 2: The number of referrals for evaluation will be analyzed and reported quarterly to identify trends and ensure they align with effective MTSS processes.
- KPI 3: Reviews of MTSS implementation will be conducted semi-annually to assess consistency across schools.
- KPI 4: Collect walkthrough data on classroom practices for individualized learning during each academic term.
ACTION STEPS
- Conduct program evaluations of classroom practices and interventions designed to support unique student learning.
- Communicate and provide professional development for district-endorsed MTSS Systems to enhance consistency and impact for all learners
- Identify and implement universal screening assessments to support the early identification of student needs.
- Consistently analyze student growth among students receiving interventions to track and report progress and maximize impact.
AIM 3B
Foster an inclusive and supportive educational environment that empowers students with disabilities to actively participate and thrive in the least restrictive settings.
Goals
- By 2030, student data will reflect an increase in the percentage of time students with disabilities engage and succeed in less restrictive educational environments.
KPIs
- KPI 1: 100% of all buildings will conduct annual evaluations for all students with disabilities.
- KPI 2: The percentage of educators and staff trained on best inclusion practices will be tracked annually.
- KPI 3: Potential roadblocks and solutions to inclusive practices will be identified.
- KPI 4: The number of students reporting positive experiences in inclusive environments will reflect an increase.
- KPI 5: Schools will increase the number of consistent communications sent to families each year.
- KPI 6: The percentage of families attending informational sessions will reflect an increase.
ACTION STEPS
- Ensure consistency of professional development and resource sharing for all school staff to support students with disabilities across the district.
- Target instructional strategies offering personalized support for students.
- Conduct a program evaluation to inform improvement for all student support systems and programs
- Leverage family and community engagement to more fully inform and involve families of students with disabilities.
- Enhance peer support and foster an inclusive culture.