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Site Improvement Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL 2011-2013
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2011 2012 2013 3 Year Strategic Targets
SLIDE 2 Student Health & Wellbeing Drawn from surveys against policy currently in place Student fitness levels to improve Student nutrition knowledge and practice to improve Students/staff and parents have identified improvements required in knowledge and skills for healthy dietary practice Drug & alcohol awareness raised Anti-bullying programs to become a priority Mental Health Environmental awareness 100% students R – 10 involved in daily physical activities, 50% Yr 11/12 involved in daily fitness Provision of healthy and nutritious lunch options 3 times weekly Focus on importance of good nutrition in Health curriculum, encourage students to eat healthy other 2 days. Provide options
- n those 2 days for students with no lunch.
100% items in canteen to be of canteen to be of high nutritional value Regularly publish reminders to parents of the benefits of good nutrition 100% students R – 10 involved in Drug and Alcohol harm minimisation programs Specific programs aimed at addressing issues of bullying and harassment including cyber bullying to be provided for all R-12 students, At least 1 staff member trained in and all students being taught the Child Protection curriculum R-12 students to have a focus on what constitutes positive mental health and be provided with strategies to work towards positive mental health for themselves and others Continue monthly SRC meetings with all students involved All students and staff participate in Clean Up Australia project; Students R-10 involved in Environmental education programs Increased levels of regular participation in physical activity; improved quality of developmentally appropriate physical activity for students Increased awareness of the whole community about the health benefits of good dietary practice. 100% students will have improved their dietary practice Increased awareness of issues involving drugs and alcohol; increased skills of keeping themselves and others safe All students to identify what constitutes bullying and have skills to protect themselves and others A greater sense of self-worth and self-esteem Students involved in decision- making processes Students appreciate the role that caring for their environment plays in their sense of well-being
SLIDE 3
Site Improvement Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2011 2012 2013 3 Year Strategic Targets
SLIDE 4
Literacy Testing NAPLAN results in line with like schools National Curriculum Support for Indigenous students Students with NEP will have current NEP and support in progress Commitment to student participation in state and national competitions Increased focus on spelling/grammar All Rec students tested during Term 1 to identify a starting point as base line data 5 terms later, from student data –identify progress All R-10 students to be tested during Term 1, using PAT test to identify key areas to be addressed All students to be tested towards the end of the year to measure improvement All students will show they are at reading/spelling/writing age or there has been 10% improvement. With reference to SACSA all students achieving potential . Implimentation of Australian Curriculum – English & Maths followed by Science & History. All teachers linking learning to AC Individual Learning Plans for all Indigenous students 100% of students verified will have an NEP and allocated support 100% of students with NEPs will be reviewed annually. 100% of Primary students participating in Premiers Reading Challenge and Uni NSW English Comp Students R-10 will all be recording a measurable improvement in their age appropriate to their chronological age SEA data is used to inform parents and teachers of students’ progress Key areas to be addressed identified and targetted An increase of students’ Literacy skills There will be continuous improvement as identified by individual student learning plans and evaluation. (A comparison of year level data from year to year is of limited value in a very small school) Students will be achieving results comparable or above state and national levels
SLIDE 5
Site Improvement Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2011 2012 2013 3 Year Strategic Targets
SLIDE 6 Numeracy SACE with Futures Connect focus Testing Our numeracy levels are on an equivalent level to like schools and the state average National Curriculum Basic skills focus Student needs are met Future SACE in place Students accessing Outback Academy Trade Training Centre All R-10 students will undergo regular testing using PAT test to identify area of needs and have targeted programs to address these needs With reference to SACSA all students achieving potential All teachers implementing and using National Curriculum Learning Plans link to resources There will be an increased focus on teaching basic skills such as tables to increase student success All Yr 11 & 12 students are working on individual programs tailored to meet their needs All senior students are undergoing career education aimed at identifying pathways and enhancing skills to prepare them for post school life All Year 10 students accessing appropriate work placements All students Yr 10+ All senior students working on working on Personal Future SACE Learning Plans All senior students supported to participate in chosen training Students will all be at the required standard or showing measurable improvement There will be continuous improvement as identified by individual student learning plans and evaluation. All students will have competent basic skills in numeracy 100% students successfully completing Stage 2 SACE All students are confidently prepared for post school life Liaison with Open Access to ascertain work placements meet requirements of PLP All senior students achieving successful results in Future SACE Senior students choosing to access either Rural Ops, Cookery
Science Align with District Priority All Primary students working on units derived from Primary Connections Implimentation of National Curriculum All R-10 students working on at least 180 mins of Science per week Primary connections valued and utilised National Curriculum outcomes are being met Science is seen by students, staff and the community as a valued part of the curriculum
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Site Improvement Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2011 2012 2013 3 Year Strategic Targets
SLIDE 8 InformationTechnology Balancing Curriculum Attendance/Retention Inter-School interaction Videoconferencing in use Increased access to a greater variety of software Provision of a balanced curriculum able to readily be incorporated into National Curriculum Student absenteeism a concern Regular interaction with other schools geographically accessible EDUCONNECT All staff using videoconferencing for T&D, accessing teachers in
- ther sites. Online learning to support Trade Training Centre
ICT embedded in all curriculum areas – focus on videocamera skills and editing programs and software which support SACE Staff, outside agencies and HPI expertise and such that all curriculum areas are able to be delivered to a high standard. Prepare to incorporate new Science & History subjects as per national Curriculum Continuous targeting of students and caregivers, providing information on the importance of attendance and punctuality to ensure positive learning outcomes. Provision of bus and driver to deliver Marla and Wallatina students to and from school Develop links with Indulkana Maintain and attempt to By inviting groups to share increase interaction Science, PE & Home Ec Activities once a term. Work with Thebarton trade school To use our facilities Meetings with CPAS, OAS and The 3 schools work together MAS re Trade Training project on courses Facilitate and run annual Sports Day between IAS, CPAS, OAS and MAS Link with Lands Schhols to provide access to Sporting programs Continue to manage Sports Day Videoconferencing accessed on a regular basis resulting in less travelling to outside T & D All students competent in use of all technologies Curriculum balance and career aspirations linked. National curriculum in use Decrease in unexplained absences. Anungu schools, Coober Pedy Area School, Oodnadatta Aboriginal School and Mintabie Area School develop closer links in order to
- ffer greater opportunities to
students – wider curriculum choices, enhanced well-being through interaction and staff
- pportunities for interaction and
networking
SLIDE 9 Site improvement Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2011 2012 2013 3 Year Strategic Targets
Resource Management More effective use of resources Development of Technology Centre and other school facilities to allow for the utilisation of local expertise in the provision of quality technology education for students and community members in the Far North and on the Lands. Work with Thebarton Tech school so they can use our facilities for programs for Indulkana students and include our students Utilisation of new Music Centre and Youth Centre. Centre able to be accessed by Lands Schools for basic accommodation during periods of small group interaction Timetabled technology classes
- perating on a weekly basis for
students in the Far North Cluster and from the Lands School’s. Music Centre to be fully utilised and centre accessed by Lands visitors on a regular basis
SLIDE 10
Site Learning Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL 2009-2011
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2009 2010 2011 3 Year Strategic Targets
SLIDE 11
Student Health & Wellbeing Drawn from surveys and consultation against policy currently in place Student fitness levels to improve Student nutrition knowledge and Practice to improve Students/staff and parents have identified improvements required in knowledge and skills for healthy dietary practice Anti-bullying programs to become a priority Mental Health 100% students R – 10 involved in daily physical activities Provision of healthy and nutritious lunch options 3 times weekly. Focus on importance of good nutrition in Health curriculum 100% items in canteen to be of high nutritional value Run awareness programs for parents of the benefits of good nutrition 100% students R – 12 involved in Drug and Alcohol harm minimisation programs – focus on underage drinking Specific programs aimed at addressing issues of bullying and harassment including cyber bullying to be provided for all R-12 students, Parental support actively sought. All staff trained in and all students being taught the Child Protection curriculum R-12 students to have a focus on what constitutes positive mental health and be provided with strategies to work towards positive mental health for themselves and others Continue fortnightly SRC meetings with all students involved Increased levels of regular participation in physical activity; improved quality of developmentally appropriate physical activity for students Increased awareness of the whole community about the health benefits of good dietary practice. 100% students will have improved their dietary practice Increased awareness of issues involving drugs and alcohol; increased skills of keeping themselves and others safe All students to identify what constitutes bullying and have skills to protect themselves and others A greater sense of self-worth and self-esteem Students involved in decision- making processes
SLIDE 12
Site Learning Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2008 2009 2010 3 Year Strategic Targets
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Literacy Testing Year 5 & 7 students at or above strand 4 Students with NEP will have current NEP and support in progress Commitment to student participation in state and national competitions Increased focus on spelling/grammar All Rec students tested after 10 wks to identify a Starting point as base line data 5 terms later, from student data –identify progress All R-9 students to be tested at the beginning of year to identify key areas to be addressed All students to be tested towards the end of the year to measure improvement All students will show they are at reading age or there has been 10% improvement. With reference to SACSA all students achieving potential Learning Plans link to resources Attempt to increase number of students in the average to above bands in each year. 100% of students verified will have an NEP and allocated support 100% of students with NEPs will be reviewed annually. 100% of R-9 students 100% of students participating in participating in Premier’s Premier’s Reading Reading Challenge and Uni NSW Challenge; English Comp Students R-10 will all be working towards a spelling/reading age commensurate with their chronological age SEA data is used to inform parents and teachers of students’ progress Key areas to be addressed identified and targetted An increase of students’ Literacy skills There will be continuous improvement as identified by individual student learning plans and evaluation. (A comparison of year level data from year to year is of limited value in a very small school) Students will be achieving results comparable or above state and national levels
SLIDE 14
Site Learning Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2009 2010 2011 3 Year Strategic Targets
SLIDE 15
Numeracy SACE with Futures Connect focus Testing Our numeracy levels are on an equivalent level to like schools and the state average Basic skills focus Student needs are met New SACE in place Students accessing Outback Academy Trade Training Centre All R-9 students will undergo regular testing to identify area of needs and have targeted programs to address these needs With reference to SACSA all students achieving potential Learning Plans link to resources 100% of students participating in Uni NSW Maths competition There will be an increased focus on teaching basic skills such as tables to increase student success All Yr 11 & 12 students are working on individual programs tailored to meet their needs All senior students are undergoing career education aimed at identifying pathways and enhancing skills to prepare them for post school life All students Yr 10+ All senior students working on working on Personal New SACE Learning Plans Support provided for All senior students supported to Funding of Centre participate in courses offered Students will all be at the required standard There will be continuous improvement as identified by individual student learning plans and evaluation. All students will have competent basic skills in numeracy 100% students successfully completing Stage 2 SACE All students are confidently prepared for post school life All senior students achieving successful results in New SACE Senior students accessing either Rural Ops, cookery or Construction
SLIDE 16
Site Learning Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2009 2010 2011 3 Year Strategic Targets
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InformationTechnology Balancing Curriculum Attendance/Retention Recruitment Videoconferencing in use Provision of a balanced curriculum Continue to monitor student absenteeism and lateness, even though this has been reduced The need to provide continuity Proactive recruitment EDUCONNECT All staff using videoconferencing for T&D and meetings and conferences and to network with other sites Online learning to support Trade Training Centre ICT embedded in all curriculum areas Staff, outside agencies and HPI expertise are such that all curriculum areas are able to be delivered to a high standard Continuous targeting of students and caregivers, providing information on the importance of attendance and punctuality to ensure positive learning outcomes Utilise existing staff expertise Consolidate/ Succession planning Via Governing Council & PAC Induction of new Principal & new teachers Liaison with Staffing Officer to ensure new staff meet the needs of the school Videoconferencing accessed on a regular basis resulting in less travelling to outside T & D All students competent in use of all technologies Curriculum balance and career aspirations linked 100% increase in punctuality, decrease in unexplained absences. Curriculum and administration documentation adapted for succession management All staff committed and enthusiastic
SLIDE 18 Site Learning Plan
MINTABIE AREA SCHOOL
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES KEY FINDINGS FROM THE DATA LEARNING TARGETS 2009 2010 2011 3 Year Strategic Targets
Inter-School interaction Regular interaction with other schools geographically accessible Develop links with Indulkana Maintain and attempt to increase by inviting a group over to share interaction Science and PE activities once Each term Meetings with CPAS and OAS The 3 schools work together on courses Re Trade Training project Facilitate and run annual Continue to manage Sports day Sports day between IAS, CPAS OAS and MAS Anungu schools, Coober Pedy Area School, Oodnadatta Aboriginal School and Mintabie Area School develop closer links in order to
- ffer greater opportunities to
students – wider curriculum choices, enhanced wellbeing through interaction- and staff –
- pportunities for interaction and
networking.
SLIDE 19 Resource Management Development of Technology Centre and other school facilities to allow for the utilisation of local expertise in the provision of quality technology education for students and community members in the Far North and on the Lands. In line with DECS Implement results of findings Statement of Directions 2005-2010, Goal 8: A Sustainable System. Evaluate energy and water use seeking more sustainable alternatives. Instillation of solar panels for hot water System a beginning. Investigate use Of interrupted power to school houses Timetabled technology classes
- perating on a weekly basis for
students in the Far North Cluster and from the Lands School’s. Reduce energy consumption by 25%. Incorporate sustainable practice across the school in curriculum and resource management.
