Shiloh High School creates a safe and welcoming environment that supports the wellbeing of both students and staff. We achieve this through social-emotional learning, Restorative Practices, Peer Leadership, and collaborative problem-solving, with a strong emphasis on physical and mental health and self-care.

1. Student Leadership & Mental Health Advocacy

   1. 1. Provide leadership training in communication, collaboration, and decision-making.

      2. Launch Wellness Wednesdays led by students to promote mental health awareness.

      3. Implement the Cope Clinic—a student-led initiative focused on wellness and school climate.

2. Wellness Center Utilization & Student Collaboration

   1. 1. Host peer-led wellness events and workshops focused on mental health, self-care, and building positive peer relationships.

      2. Utilize the Wellness Center during lunch and Advisement for ongoing support, stress relief, and student-driven engagement.

      3. Increase student-centered collaborative spaces where students can connect, lead initiatives, and engage in activities that support well-being, school climate, positive behavior, and academic achievement outcomes. 

      4. Expand collaborative areas to include outdoor spaces that promote wellness and mindfulness, creative expression, and meaningful peer interactions. 

3. PBIS – Points, Progress & PRIDE

   1. 1. Maintain monthly openings of the Generals Exchange store.

      2. Gather and utilize feedback on PBIS experiences, offerings, and overall PBIS process to increase overall engagement. 

      3. Promote PBIS schoolwide to reinforce positive behavior and a strong school culture.

4. Recognition & Culture of Pride

   1. 1. Expand student and staff recognition efforts, increase visibility of achievements, and pursue external recognition opportunities.

      2. Increase the visibility of recognition efforts to foster a culture of appreciation, strengthen motivation, and build pride and belonging throughout the school community.

5. Reduce Suspensions (ISS/OSS)

6. 1. 1. Use PBIS and restorative practices to reinforce positive behavior and reduce discipline removals.

      2. Implement early interventions and provide consistent support to keep students engaged and in class.

At Shiloh High School, where 32% of students are chronically absent, attendance is a critical barrier to academic success and on-time graduation. Addressing this challenge aligns with GCPS’s commitment to equity and excellence. Research shows that chronic absenteeism leads to academic decline, social disengagement, and long-term setbacks.

This attendance goal supports a proactive, multi-tiered system focused on early intervention, positive school culture, family engagement, and consistent data use. Improving attendance will increase learning time and foster stronger student connection, belonging, and achievement.

1. Leverage PBIS: Use PBIS to promote a positive climate and reward improved attendance through PRIDE points, praise, and small incentives.
2. Establish SAAC:  Form a Student Attendance Advisement Council to provide feedback and co-create solutions to attendance challenges.
3. Conduct Student Focus Groups: Gather student input across all grade levels on attendance barriers and engagement strategies.
4. Implement Student Initiatives: Support student-led activities like spirit weeks, peer mentoring, and attendance incentives.
5. Bi-Weekly Attendance Meetings: Mr. Mayes and the Attendance Team will meet every two weeks to review data and coordinate support.
6. Monthly Data Monitoring: Analyze disaggregated attendance data monthly to guide equitable interventions.
7. Use Attendance Contracts: Implement contracts for students needing targeted, tiered support.
8. Hold SARC Meetings: Meet with students and families to address chronic absenteeism and create support plans.
9. Stakeholder Intervention Meetings: Collaborate with families and staff to identify root causes and provide needed resources.
10. GaMTSS Coordinator:  Conduct regular check-ins with students to offer support and track attendance progress.

Shiloh High School is committed to providing all students with access to high-quality Tier 1  instruction, advanced coursework, enrichment opportunities, and gifted programs to support academic excellence and growth.

1. Strengthen the capacity of CLTs to consistently and strategically plan, assess, and analyze both data and instruction, leading to improved student achievement outcomes in all EOC courses. 

   1. Utilize local school Instructional Coaches to strengthen school-wide capacity in lesson planning, instructional practices, data utilization, and Tier 1 and Tier 2 practices that meet the needs of all students.
   2. Strengthen CLT structures with consistent, collaborative practices across all core content areas, in a shared collaborative space. 
   3. Reinforce standards-based instruction through high-quality, standards-aligned lesson planning and teacher internalization to ensure effective and consistent instruction.
   4. Implement data-driven planning in CLT meetings to guide instruction and interventions. 
   5. Provide targeted professional learning to deepen staff capacity in instructional design and effective data analysis.
2. Increase testing opportunities for students who may qualify for gifted enrollment, ensuring that all eligible students are identified and appropriately placed in gifted and advanced segments. 
   1. Regularly analyze academic performance, teacher referrals, EOS survey results, and standardized test scores to identify students who may qualify for gifted services.
   2. Offer multiple testing opportunities throughout the school year to ensure flexibility and greater access for eligible students.
   3. Provide targeted professional learning to help staff recognize characteristics of "giftedness"—especially in underrepresented student populations.
   4. Encourage inclusive referral practices by accepting recommendations from a broad range of stakeholders, including teachers, counselors, parents, and community members.
   5. Expand the variety and availability of advanced classes to provide more students with opportunities to engage in rigorous academic challenges.
3. Increase Graduation Rate
   1. Ensure students have the necessary resources and support to succeed academically and graduate on time. This includes providing expanded opportunities for Credit Recovery and Full Course Recovery options, helping students stay on track and complete the required coursework for timely graduation.
4. Improve student achievement outcomes in Beyond the Core classes. 
   1. Increase student participation and passing rates on End of Pathway (EOP) assessments.
   2. Provide teachers with additional training on EOP software preparation. 
   3.  Provide consistent test preparation opportunities for students. 
   4. Implement high-quality professional learning focused on:
      1. Effective instructional strategies for all BTC classes.
      2. Effective strategies to support students who have ongoing academic challenges.
      3. Expand access to rigorous courses and postsecondary opportunities. 

Strengthen two-way communication, cluster collaboration, and outreach to increase meaningful participation from parents, community members, and local businesses. Focus on building parents’ capacity to support student achievement and deepening connections between school, families, and the broader community.

1. Deepen Two-Way Communication

1. Increase opportunities for authentic connection and collaboration between staff and families through intentional outreach, relationship-building practices, and shared dialogue.

2. Maximize the use of ParentSquare to promote timely, transparent, and interactive engagement with families.

2. Expand Cluster Collaboration

1. Increase joint initiatives, events, and mentoring programs across Shiloh Cluster schools to strengthen inter-school and feeder relationships.

2. Foster a shared identity and sense of continuity from elementary through high school through aligned themes, recognition systems, leadership development, and vertical instructional practices that elevate student achievement outcomes. 

3. Establish collaborative spaces within the cluster to bring together staff, families, and community partners for shared planning, engagement, and support of student success.

4. Engage families across the cluster through inclusive events that build community, promote shared learning, and deepen school-home connections. 

3. Grow Community Partnerships

1. Actively seek and engage new businesses, nonprofits, and local organizations to support students through internships, mentorships, donations, and school events.

2. Strengthen existing partnerships to expand access to real-world experiences and resources. 

4. Enhance Family Engagement Activities

1. Host a variety of diverse, relevant, and culturally responsive family events throughout the year.

2. Align events with academic goals and family needs to increase participation and impact.

5. Strengthen Parent Leadership

1. Support the Local School Council (LSC) and PTSA through leadership training and collaboration opportunities.

2. Empower parent leaders to serve as advocates, partners in decision-making, and champions of school improvement.

3. Participate in Family Engagement training to strengthen skills, strategies, and practices that deepen connections with families and support student success.