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Accountability and flexibility are hallmarks of Gwinnett County Public Schools' success. Key to that success is ensuring that each school community understands the progress being made by its schools, as well as what plans will drive improvement. Each school creates a collaborative Local School Plan for Improvement (LSPI) to increase student achievement results, with targeted goals based on the four strategic priorities within the district’s Blueprint for the Future: Empathy, Equity, Effectiveness, and Excellence. All schools across the district will focus on goals 2A- Multi-tiered Systems of Support and 2B- Opportunity and Access. Additionally, schools are required to select one goal from each of the other strategic priorities. LSPI goals are dynamic, like our schools, and are updated to reflect changes that occur in schools. Multiple data points are used to determine areas needing improvement and to identify specific, measurable, annual objectives. Schools then determine how to use research-based strategies to achieve these goals, using flexibility as needed. The LSPI development process involves teachers, parents, students, and community members, so the entire school community has the opportunity to be involved in conversations about school improvement.

 




Accountability and flexibility are hallmarks of Gwinnett County Public Schools' success. Key to that success is ensuring that each school community understands the progress being made by its schools, as well as what plans will drive improvement. Each school creates a collaborative Local School Plan for Improvement (LSPI) to increase student achievement results, with targeted goals based on the four strategic priorities within the district’s Blueprint for the Future: Empathy, Equity, Effectiveness, and Excellence. All schools across the district will focus on goals 2A- Multi-tiered Systems of Support and 2B- Opportunity and Access. Additionally, schools are required to select one goal from each of the other strategic priorities. LSPI goals are dynamic, like our schools, and are updated to reflect changes that occur in schools. Multiple data points are used to determine areas needing improvement and to identify specific, measurable, annual objectives. Schools then determine how to use research-based strategies to achieve these goals, using flexibility as needed. The LSPI development process involves teachers, parents, students, and community members, so the entire school community has the opportunity to be involved in conversations about school improvement.

 

2024 - 2025 Local School Plan for Improvement (LSPI)


School: ARCADO ELEMENTARY           Principal: Paula Thompson

2024 - 2025 Local School Plan for Improvement (LSPI)


School: ARCADO ELEMENTARY           Principal: Paula Thompson

District Strategic Priorities/Goals Rationale Action Steps
(Implementation Design)
How will you measure growth?
Growth Factors (Baseline & Targets)
Equity 2.A - Multi-tiered System of Supports

Arcado ES will utilize a framework that supports the academic and non-academic needs of each and every student to identify and improve the focus and strengths of the whole child. 

 

  1. Teachers will meet twice a week with their Collaborative Learning Teams (CLT) to plan instruction, analyze data, create assessments, and engage in professional development.  
  2. Arcado will work to improve its CLT Implementation and Development.

  3. Teachers, MTSS, and the RTI coordinator will meet monthly to monitor identified students' progress (Kid Talks/Tier II Intervention Talks)and determine the next steps. 
  4. Select teachers will engage in coaching cycles by a math and literacy coach to improve instructional practices. 
  5. Teachers will work with individuals and small groups consistently using formative data to guide their instruction.
  6. Arcado will utilize a dedicated Intervention Math Block.
  7. The support staff will work to improve subgroup assessment data for Gifted, ESOL, and EIP students.
  8. Arcado will support ML students through Imagine Learning and Sail and Soar instructional materials.
  9. ML students will participate in an ELT program through Title III funding resources.
  10. Arcado will continue to work with the PBIS Team to enhance student motivation and learning for appropriate behavior.
  11. Students will participate in class meetings and joyful learning each day.

Arcado will work to move Levels on the PBIS Continuum:

Baseline Target: Operational 

Targeted Results:  Distinguished 

Improved EES Staff Survey:

Question: Focused Professional Development  

Spring 2024 Survey Results 89%

Spring 2025: Targeted Results 94%

Arcado Elementary 23-24 GMAS  

% Proficient & Distinguished

Baseline Data

 

Grade Level

Reading

Math

Science

Grade 3

47.1

56

 

Grade 4

45.5

68

 

Grade 5

65.9

67

62.3

 

Arcado % of students Meeting Typical Target on IReady 2024

Arcado % of students Meeting Typical Target on IReady

Benchmark 2025  

 

Grade Levels

Reading

Math

Reading

Math

1-5

53.5

49.4

55.

52.4

Arcado % of students Meeting Stretch Target on IReady 2024

Arcado % of students Meeting Stretch Target IReady Benchmark 2025

Grade Levels

Reading

Math

Reading

Math

1-5

34.4

27.8

35

30

 

Equity 2.A - Multi-tiered System of Supports

Arcado ES will utilize a framework that supports the academic and non-academic needs of each and every student to identify and improve the focus and strengths of the whole child. 

 

  1. Teachers will meet twice a week with their Collaborative Learning Teams (CLT) to plan instruction, analyze data, create assessments, and engage in professional development.  
  2. Arcado will work to improve its CLT Implementation and Development.

  3. Teachers, MTSS, and the RTI coordinator will meet monthly to monitor identified students' progress (Kid Talks/Tier II Intervention Talks)and determine the next steps. 
  4. Select teachers will engage in coaching cycles by a math and literacy coach to improve instructional practices. 
  5. Teachers will work with individuals and small groups consistently using formative data to guide their instruction.
  6. Arcado will utilize a dedicated Intervention Math Block.
  7. The support staff will work to improve subgroup assessment data for Gifted, ESOL, and EIP students.
  8. Arcado will support ML students through Imagine Learning and Sail and Soar instructional materials.
  9. ML students will participate in an ELT program through Title III funding resources.
  10. Arcado will continue to work with the PBIS Team to enhance student motivation and learning for appropriate behavior.
  11. Students will participate in class meetings and joyful learning each day.

Arcado will work to move Levels on the PBIS Continuum:

Baseline Target: Operational 

Targeted Results:  Distinguished 

Improved EES Staff Survey:

Question: Focused Professional Development  

Spring 2024 Survey Results 89%

Spring 2025: Targeted Results 94%

Arcado Elementary 23-24 GMAS  

% Proficient & Distinguished

Baseline Data

 

Grade Level

Reading

Math

Science

Grade 3

47.1

56

 

Grade 4

45.5

68

 

Grade 5

65.9

67

62.3

 

Arcado % of students Meeting Typical Target on IReady 2024

Arcado % of students Meeting Typical Target on IReady

Benchmark 2025  

 

Grade Levels

Reading

Math

Reading

Math

1-5

53.5

49.4

55.

52.4

Arcado % of students Meeting Stretch Target on IReady 2024

Arcado % of students Meeting Stretch Target IReady Benchmark 2025

Grade Levels

Reading

Math

Reading

Math

1-5

34.4

27.8

35

30

 

Equity 2.B - Opportunity and Access

Arcado elementary will increase student opportunities to learn and achieve by consistently implementing a high-quality curriculum that reflects grade-level expectations, focusing on STEM, writing and the science of reading. (Literacy & Proficiency

  1.  Provide access to a variety after school clubs to expose students to real-world scenarios 
  2. Provide materials for students at school events, i.e H.E.R.O.E, STEM, and Literacy Nights
  3. Continue to work to remove language barriers to Arcado's diverse community (Translator devices and opportunities) 
  4. Create a Design Thinking Lab which allows students to engage in the Scientific/Design Thinking Process along with the Statistical Reasoning Framework 
  5. Provide Students with opportunities to engage in the Science Fair and Science Fair workshops
  6. Provide free books to students through the Book Mobile 
  7. Teachers will have an opportunity for peer observations and release days to align and analyze Literacy Proficiency. 

Improved EES Survey Questions percentage for the following questions

Theme: Well-Being 

Arcado Elementary

% Milestones Reading on Grade Level P & D

 

Grade Level

BOY Reading 23-24 Baseline Data

EOY Reading Benchmark 24-25

3

73.5

80.3

4

60.9

63.4

5

85.0

88.8

 
 
Equity 2.B - Opportunity and Access

Arcado will provide equity and access to staff and students by providing opportunities and supports that increase opportunities to succeed. 

  1. Increased enrichment opportunists to allow students to demonstrate gifted and talented ability through Panda Pad classes
  2. Increased club opportunities i.e. Coding, Lego, Chess Club and Odyssey of the Mind.
  3. Increase opportunities for teachers to attend Professional Developments Workshops specific to their craft and opportunities to  learn from expert teachers
  4. Increase resources and supports to accelerate language acquisition. 
  5. Provide field trips that enhance student experiences and connections to real-world events.  

EES Staff Survey Question: 

My Principal/Administrator Cares about me as a person
2024 Spring Survey Results 89%
2025 Spring Targeted Results 94%
 
EES Student Survey
 
 
Equity 2.B - Opportunity and Access

Arcado elementary will increase student opportunities to learn and achieve by consistently implementing a high-quality curriculum that reflects grade-level expectations, focusing on STEM, writing and the science of reading. (Literacy & Proficiency

  1.  Provide access to a variety after school clubs to expose students to real-world scenarios 
  2. Provide materials for students at school events, i.e H.E.R.O.E, STEM, and Literacy Nights
  3. Continue to work to remove language barriers to Arcado's diverse community (Translator devices and opportunities) 
  4. Create a Design Thinking Lab which allows students to engage in the Scientific/Design Thinking Process along with the Statistical Reasoning Framework 
  5. Provide Students with opportunities to engage in the Science Fair and Science Fair workshops
  6. Provide free books to students through the Book Mobile 
  7. Teachers will have an opportunity for peer observations and release days to align and analyze Literacy Proficiency. 

Improved EES Survey Questions percentage for the following questions

Theme: Well-Being 

Arcado Elementary

% Milestones Reading on Grade Level P & D

 

Grade Level

BOY Reading 23-24 Baseline Data

EOY Reading Benchmark 24-25

3

73.5

80.3

4

60.9

63.4

5

85.0

88.8

 
 
Equity 2.B - Opportunity and Access

Arcado will provide equity and access to staff and students by providing opportunities and supports that increase opportunities to succeed. 

  1. Increased enrichment opportunists to allow students to demonstrate gifted and talented ability through Panda Pad classes
  2. Increased club opportunities i.e. Coding, Lego, Chess Club and Odyssey of the Mind.
  3. Increase opportunities for teachers to attend Professional Developments Workshops specific to their craft and opportunities to  learn from expert teachers
  4. Increase resources and supports to accelerate language acquisition. 
  5. Provide field trips that enhance student experiences and connections to real-world events.  

EES Staff Survey Question: 

My Principal/Administrator Cares about me as a person
2024 Spring Survey Results 89%
2025 Spring Targeted Results 94%
 
EES Student Survey
 
 
Family Engagement/Building Parent Capacity -

Arcado will build our parents' capacity to support their children's academic achievement by implementing the activities identified in The Plan/The Promise. 

  1. Improve the Parent Center with additional materials for parents to check out.
  2. Continue to Host open meetings with Dr. Thompson (Tea with Dr. T)
  3. Provide classes for our newcomer families.
  4. Provide Parent Informational/Instructional Nights.
  5. Provide childcare for families during parent workshops
  6. Extend opportunities for our diverse families to spend time in the school specific to their needs.
  7. Increase Parent Square Communication with families.
  8. Provide Conversational English Classes for parents. 
  9. Utilize the Digital sign to inform and highlight school information.

Family Survey  Participation Rate 

%Families participating in the annual EES Family Survey 

Spring 2024  Baseline Data- 130 Respondents 

Spring 2025 Targeted Data  160 Respondents 

  

# of Parents Visiting the Family Engagement Center 

Baseline Data: 0

Target for 2024 SY - 25 per quarter 

Family Engagement/Building Parent Capacity -

Arcado will build our parents' capacity to support their children's academic achievement by implementing the activities identified in The Plan/The Promise. 

  1. Improve the Parent Center with additional materials for parents to check out.
  2. Continue to Host open meetings with Dr. Thompson (Tea with Dr. T)
  3. Provide classes for our newcomer families.
  4. Provide Parent Informational/Instructional Nights.
  5. Provide childcare for families during parent workshops
  6. Extend opportunities for our diverse families to spend time in the school specific to their needs.
  7. Increase Parent Square Communication with families.
  8. Provide Conversational English Classes for parents. 
  9. Utilize the Digital sign to inform and highlight school information.

Family Survey  Participation Rate 

%Families participating in the annual EES Family Survey 

Spring 2024  Baseline Data- 130 Respondents 

Spring 2025 Targeted Data  160 Respondents 

  

# of Parents Visiting the Family Engagement Center 

Baseline Data: 0

Target for 2024 SY - 25 per quarter