Dreamers Technical This area for webcam Academy April 9, 2019 Evaluation of Proposed Charter School A Recommendation by the Superintendent to the School Board of Volusia County
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam Existing District Charter / Contracted School Sites Charters Contracted Sites Total 7 8 15
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam Overview of the Process Entirely regulated by state law Including mandate to use state application and evaluation forms Applications due by February 1, 2019 Application reviewed against state mandated evaluation criteria Interview with applicant conducted March 4, 2019
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam Not an Easy Process – Nor Should It Be It takes school boards years to prepare to open a new school site Nothing surprising about applicant taking several application cycles to get an adequate plan together Recommending approval of an application that is not ready does a disservice to applicant, students, and community
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam Required Evaluation Ranking Ranking Section(s) Number / Percentage 1,7,11,12,14 5 / 19 or 26% Meets Partially Meets 2,3,4,5,8,10,16,17,18,20, 12 / 19 or 63% 21,22 Does Not Meet 6,19 2 / 19 or 11%
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam Areas of Strength Meets Standard Standard 1: Mission, Guiding Principles & Purpose Standard 7: English Language Learners Standard 11: Management & Safety Standard 12: Human Resources & Employment Standard 14: Student Recruitment & Enrollment
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for Noted Areas of Concern webcam Partially Meets Standard 2: Target Population & Student Body Standard 3: Educational Program Design Standard 4: Curriculum Plan Standard 5: Student Performance & Assessment Standard 8: School Climate & Discipline Standard 10: Governance Standard 16: Facilities Standard 17: Transportation Services Standard 18: Food Service Standard 20: Budget Standard 21: Financial Management & Oversight Standard 22: Start-Up Plan
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam 2. Target Population and Student Body The Target Population and Student Body section should describe the anticipated target population of the school and explain how the school will be organized by grade structure, class size and total student enrollment over the term of the school’s charter. Statutory Reference(s) : s. 1002.33(10) Evaluation Criteria: A response that meets the standard will present: A clear description of the students the charter school intends to serve including any target populations in accordance with Florida law. Alignment of the targeted student body with the overall mission of the school.
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam 2. Target Population and Student Body Meets the Standard Partially Meets the Does Not Meet the Standard Standard X Strengths Reference Dreamers intends to serve students that have dropped out Page 11, ¶ 2 and low performing students, two years behind or more, in Interview clarification danger of dropping out of high school. Based on the interview they intend to help place students in skilled trade-oriented positions with the aid of local business and trade organizations as well. Concerns and Additional Questions Reference The plan for reaching the target population is heavily Page 11, ¶ 3 and Page 12, dependent upon VCS. Dreamers expects to get withdrawal ¶ 1; data from VCS to direct mail these students, work with Interview clarification VCS guidance counselors to recruit students in danger of dropping out and take students from VCS special schools as a step in between these centers and reintegration to general education. The use of other organizations and/or methods to reach the target population was not well identified.
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam 3. Educational Program Design The Educational Program Design section should describe the educational foundation of the school and the teaching and learning strategies that will be employed. Statutory Reference(s) : s. 1002.33(7)(a)2. Evaluation Criteria: A response that meets the standard will present an educational program design that: An educational program design that: Is clear and coherent; Is based on effective, experience or research-based educational practices and teaching methods, and high standards for student learning; Aligns with the school’s mission and responds to the needs of the school’s target population, and Is likely lead to improved student performance for the school’s target population. A proposed daily school schedule and annual calendar that complies with statutory requirements for annual number of instructional minutes/days and aligns with priorities and practices described in the educational program design.
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for 3. Educational Program Design webcam Meets the Standard Partially Meets the Standard Does Not Meet the Standard X Strengths Reference Core: Use of APEX Learning to help deliver instruction Page 15 CTE: Meeting with industry professionals to uncover shortfalls Page 8 in quality CTE offerings may help to bring these valuable courses to the area Concerns and Additional Questions Reference Core: Reliance on APEX curriculum as delivery model of Page 14-18 instruction does not account for variability of student needs (face-to-face, hands-on, etc.) nor allow for further student exploration of content. CTE: There was no clarification as to what CTE courses and Page 8, 118 certifications would be offered. During the capacity interview the reasoning was given that there was no clarification as to what CTE offerings would be at the school until a location would be chosen and focus could be given to what career themed courses are needed based on the area the school would be placed. There is only a list of "all" CAPE certifications listed on pages 566-577. Also, it is listed on page 118 that Dreamers will offer APEX CTE courses but during the capacity interview it was stated that CTE courses will be stand-alone programs and not APEX. It is unclear which direction the school plans to go.
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for 3. Educational Program Design webcam Concerns and Additional Questions Reference Technology: The IT person on campus could potentially be Page 8, 118 performing “break/fix” support and teaching a class on campus. There are concerns with how the work would be prioritized and the level of support that would be available to staff and students within this dynamic role. (Referencing question within capacity interviews: “Can you please elaborate about the role of the IT person on campus and how their role will impact student instruction if they’re certified?” (Within Business Technology section)) It will be challenging to find an administrator who will be able Page 31 to perform all administrator responsibilities and have the time to stay current on technology best practices/pedagogy. According the application and interview, the Principal would ultimately lead the staff in professional learning opportunities for technology integration, this might be a challenge with other administrator obligations. The application mentions the important role technology and technological practices play in the school’s mission, there is concern for the support that will be available. (Referencing question within capacity interview: Page 451 “Page 451 provides details on the job description for the proposed principal role, it mentions that the principal will provide leadership in the effective use of technology in the classroom and in school administration, can you please share how the principal will learn these strategies or stay current on best practices for technology integration?”)
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for webcam 4. Curriculum Plan The Curriculum Plan section should explain not only what the school will teach but also how and why . Statutory Reference(s) : s. 1002.33(6)(a)2.; s. 1002.33(6)(a)4.; s. 1002.33(7)(a)2.; s.1002.33(7)(a)4. A response that meets the standard will present a curriculum plan that: Provides a clear and coherent framework for teaching and learning; Is research-based; Is well-aligned with the school’s mission and educational philosophy; Provides an emphasis on reading; Will enable students to attain Florida standards and receive a year’s worth of learning for each year enrolled; and Will be appropriate for students below, at, and above grade level.
2019 Dreamers Technical Academy This area for 4. Curriculum Plan webcam Meets the Standard Partially Meets the Does Not Meet the Standard Standard X Strengths Reference Core: Use of APEX Learning Page 20 World Lang: Indicates APEX Spanish will be the focus for World Languages, with the intention to have part-time instructional support. Concerns and Additional Questions Reference PE: Indicates both .5 credit PE plus .5 credit Personal Pages 39-40 Fitness AND HOPE as part of graduation plan. Unclear which will be used. CTE: There was no direction given as to the actual CTE programs/courses that would be offered by the school. The reason given was that this could not be determined until after they had their location picked out (Deltona or Daytona, etc.). Some determinations could still be made and given based on the general location and the area needs.
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