As a school, we at Jenkins ES will continue efforts to build an intentional, well-established, exemplary social and emotional learning (SEL) program that strategically provides cross-divisional support coupled with robust professional learning and resources for staff, students, and families. JES is working to build an atmosphere conducive to teaching and learning through the implementation of Social Emotional Learning and Restorative Practices, with an emphasis on student and staff well-being, self-care, and physical and mental health.

1. • Using the wealth of resources being rendered  by the district to intentionally plan for designated times during the year to:

     • Analyze  Educational Effectiveness Survey Data and actively share it with stakeholders

   • Solicit feedback based on received data

   • Provide time for professional development (i.e. Restorative Practices, Positive Learning Environment Strategies)

   • Provide times for teacher and student check-ins for reflective discussions (i.e. New Teacher Institute, scheduled teacher check-ins)

   • Implement strategies and provide support for teachers and students based on what the surveys and discussions reflect

   • Provide professional development for teachers for Social/Emotional Learning

   • Celebrate the cultures of our teachers and families to promote a sense of belonging,( i.e. International Night, Holidays Around the World, etc.

   • Implement WIN Time - Provide SEL-based lessons and discussion time with students 

1. To address the need to strengthen our MTSS team based on last year's implementation, we will focus on the following initiatives:

   1. Continue to strengthen infrastructure by increasing the effectiveness of the MTSS team through the use of more reliable data sources and the implementation of interventions with fidelity for the RTI process.

   2. Utilizing diagnostic iReady data at the beginning, middle, and end of the year to tailor instruction to the specific needs of each student, enhancing their proficiency in reading and math to achieve academic success and meet GMAS indicators.

   3. Building capacity to effectively support and integrate strong Tier 1 and Tier 1+ strategies, as well as non-academic initiatives such as school-wide positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS), social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum, attendance improvement campaigns, and school counseling programs.

   4. Administrators make a firm commitment and will conduct weekly individual and group learning in conjunction with local school and district coaches walks aimed at supporting instructional practices through specific observation targets. Instructional Coaches will do weekly instructional rounds and coaching cycles aimed at supporting instructional practices through specific observation targets.

   5. Teachers will be required to complete 20 hours each year, with 10 hours of county professional development.

• iReady data for the beginning of the year, Middle of the year and end of year
• Monitoring student progress at the Tier1+,  Tier 2, and Tier 3 

Jenkins Elementary School aims to enhance performance in the following areas:

1. Students at Jenkins Elementary will be provided with learning experiences that will extend beyond the classroom. They need to have meaningful learning experiences that include field trips and experiences that enhance the learning that they will experience in the classroom.

2. Using data and instructional resources that will increase teacher efficacy through prescriptive tools for timely intervention in the areas literacy and math.

3. Increasing learning opportunities by consistently implementing a high-quality professional development aligned with grade-level expectations for staff and parents. This includes a strong emphasis on early literacy and integrating evidence-based reading practices. We will also conduct third-party curriculum audits to identify specific subjects and grades for improvement.

4. Expanding opportunities and pathways for all students to qualify for gifted and talented programming.

1. 1. Implementation of ongoing professional development days each Tuesday morning for teachers and staff or on alternating Wednesdays as it relates to instruction
   2. Timely review of data for more targeted instruction
   3. Professional learning on data analysis of county-vetted resources
   4. Plan for Play 2 Learn opportunities for families with children ages 0-5
   5. Jenkins Family Engagement Nights
   6. Increase experiences outside of Jenkins Elementary curriculum which also includes and learning resources and  field trips that enhance the learning experience of the AKS
   7. Ongoing Cultural Awareness Activities -Hispanic Heritage Month Contest, African American Research, International Night
   8. Classroom/School Instructional Resources:  process to ensure diverse representation in materials (piloting EL Education K-5)
   9. Increase of Colleges and Careers highlighted from various backgrounds throughout the year with an emphasis on the historical nature of HBCUs here in the state of Georgia.

• iReady data to track student growth 
• progression of teacher evaluation ratings
• rate of parent engagement 
• stakeholder feedback

As an instructional team, we will vigorously monitor instruction for learning and to increase support of teacher needs by:

• Updating the Local School Plan of Improvement (LSPI) framework to reflect expectations for both academic press and Supportive community for schools.

• Revising and implementing updated systems, structures, and processes for progress monitoring of LSPI implementation, with proactive opportunities to course-correct with additional resources and support within the academic year.

• Using data from state, district and local assessments to drive instructional decisions.

1. Provide professional development through a New Teacher Institute that differentiates the needs of new teachers and new teachers to Jenkins ES. 
2. Create an extensive monitoring schedule to be in classrooms and provide a weekly report that includes leadership moves for the next steps
3. Provide coaching cycle opportunities for teachers indicating areas of needed support
4. Provide opportunities for feedback meetings after observations within the week of the observation for timely feedback
5. Schedule weekly walkthroughs conducted by admin (some paired)
6. Schedule Instructional Expectations Feedback Meetings with teachers
7. Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday Collaborative Learning Team meetings to plan for instruction
8. Schedule Data Dive Days/Collaborative Planning
9. Provide weekly additional collaborative planning with teams after school

• Progression on the GTES tool
• Administrative improvement  in the area of timely feedback that improves teacher efficacy and student acheivement
• The effectiveness of the instructional coaching on improvement of results on GTES
• Monitoring Tool
• Local, State and National assessments to track student achievement

• Implement a strategic communications plan to reach the target audiences of families, students, teachers, and the community to share the work of GCPS and solicit input and feedback. 

  • Evaluate and reimagine district publications to ensure news and information is relevant, timely, and effectively communicated.
  • Refresh the GCPS brand to communicate who GCPS is today. 
  • Strategically use social media and digital communications to connect with more stakeholders. 
  • Elevate student voice by including students in surveys, councils, and district leadership opportunities and providing more opportunities to share their stories.

1. Create newsletters with language translation options
2. Readily provide updates to the website in multiple languages
3. ITI Coach will provide PD on different ways to effectively communicate with all stakeholders
4. Email blasts with language translation options
5. English/Spanish documents
6. Build a social media presence for our school
7. Providing parent information during arrival and dismissal times
8. Documents in multiple languages

• Website hits and trends
• IG/Facebook/Twitter membership
• Parent engagement surveys