Mason Elementary teachers and staff will reduce variability and increase the fidelity of High-Quality Tier 1 instruction implementation for all students, including targeted small groups, grade level curriculum, ongoing formative assessments, and progress monitoring. Mason Elementary will reduce chronic absenteeism by fostering a culture of attendance through proactive family engagement, early identification and intervention, and the consistent use of district-supported attendance monitoring tools. 

1. Teachers will engage in professional development focused on Explicit Instruction, with a continued emphasis on delivering high-quality Tier I instruction.

2. Administrators and interventionists will collaborate with PBIS and MTSS teams to ensure alignment with the GaMTSS Rubric (Team Fidelity Tool) and promote cohesive support structures.

3. Peer observations through demonstration classrooms will be used to share and refine best practices that strengthen Tier I instruction.

4. Daily walkthroughs will be conducted by administrators, with both informal and formal feedback (aligned to GTES) provided to monitor and enhance Tier I instruction.

5. Monthly Tier 2 Talks will be held between teachers and the MTSS coordinator to:

   • Monitor student progress,

   • Identify needs for increased targeted small group instruction,

   • Strengthen implementation of the MTSS process,

   • Determine additional supports or interventions as needed.

6. Teachers will collaborate during CLTs with instructional coaches and administrators to:

   • Analyze student data,

   • Identify effective instructional practices,

   • Ensure instructional decisions are data-driven and student-centered

7. Counselors will implement check-ins with students who have a history of chronic absenteeism to build trust and support.
8. Counselors, administrators, social workers, and teachers will provide targeted supports (such as mentoring, social work referrals, or behavior contracts) for students with frequent absences.
9. Counselors, administrators, and social workers will meet regularly as a school attendance team to review data and respond with timely interventions.

Mason Elementary students will increase in the Georgia Milestones Proficiency Rate (%P/D) as compared to the 24-25 school year.

Mason Elementary will lower the chronic absenteeism rate by 3% through proactive communication, interventions, and family supports. 

Mason staff will increase students’ opportunities to learn and achieve by consistently implementing a high-quality curriculum that reflects grade-level expectations, with a strong focus on early literacy and the Science of Reading.  In order to create a high-quality learning environment, Mason Elementary, staff and leadership will cultivate a culture of collaborative problem-solving and professional growth by engaging in open dialogue, shared decision-making, and job-embedded coaching. Leaders will provide timely, actionable feedback and foster a supportive environment where instructional improvement and continuous learning are valued and prioritized.  Additionally, Mason Elementary will increase the percentage of students who respond positively to the EES survey item "I enjoy coming to this school" by cultivating a welcoming, inclusive, and engaging school environment. Through intentional relationship-building, student voice opportunities, and meaningful learning experiences, Mason staff will foster a positive school climate where every student feels valued, connected, and excited to learn.  Finally, Mason Elementary will strengthen partnerships with families by creating consistent and meaningful opportunities for input on school improvement efforts. Through inclusive communication strategies, family feedback forums, and active participation in decision-making processes, the school will ensure families feel heard, valued, and engaged as partners in student success.

1. Teachers will deliver structured, purposeful lessons that include modeling, guided practice, and independent application, ensuring all students are exposed to and supported in mastering grade-level expectations.
2. All instructional staff will participate in targeted professional development focused on the components of the Science of Reading, with ongoing support through coaching, PLCs, and peer collaboration.
3. All instructional staff will participate in choice session professional development through Mason University in which teacher-leaders will lead sessions on topics related to High Quality Tier 1 Instructional strategies, Social Emotional Learning, Specially Designed Instruction (SDI), and Data Collection and Monitoring. 
4. Teachers will frequently use formative data (e.g., phonics screeners, ticket out the doors, benchmark assessments) to monitor student progress and adjust instruction to meet individual learning needs.
5. Grade-level teams will engage in weekly data-driven planning that ensures curriculum alignment, incorporates high-impact literacy practices, and emphasizes scaffolding for student access to grade-level content.
6. Administrators and instructional leaders will monitor and support consistent delivery of Tier I instruction, ensuring it is robust, standards-aligned, and universally accessible, before layering on Tier II and Tier III interventions.
7. Continue daily morning meetings or class community circles to build connections between students and staff.
8. Implement weekly or monthly celebrations (e.g., “Lion of the Week,” Spirit Days, attendance recognition, etc.) to highlight student success and school pride.
9. Reinforce school-wide expectations through PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) and recognize positive behaviors consistently.
10. Host quarterly family input sessions (e.g. “Listen & Learn” events) to gather ideas on school climate, instruction, and improvement priorities.
11. Invite families to participate in School Council and Local School Planning discussions planning meetings.

Mason Elementary will provide high-quality tier 1 instruction for all students resulting in 60% or more students meeting their typical growth goals in reading, 60% or more students meeting their typical growth goals in math and 35% or more students meeting their stretch goal in reading or math.  

Mason Elementary will increase the percentage of ML students meeting the proficiency progress goal.

Mason Elementary will show improvement on the Staff Support KPI as indicated by the following EES questions:  

1. Support from my principal/supervisor leads to progress on instructional improvement (or professional growth).
2. When there is a problem in my school, we talk about how to solve it.

Mason Elementary will show improvement on the Student Wellbeing KPI as indicated by the following EES question:  

1. 1. I enjoy coming to this school.

Mason Elementary will show improvement on the Family Responsive Communication KPI as indicated by the following EES question:

1. Parents/Families have input into plans for improving this school.