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RICHMOND PUBLIC SCHOOLS SY19-20 Program of Studies Update for the Richmond City School Board Presented by: Dr. Tracy Epp, Chief Academic Officer Venue: Richmond City School Board Meeting Date: June 3, 2019 Richmond Public Schools | 301 North
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Presented by: Dr. Tracy Epp, Chief Academic Officer Venue: Richmond City School Board Meeting Date: June 3, 2019
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to students for the upcoming year (course offerings).
and policies.
significant errors and was not aligned with our Student Information System (ASPEN). This led to scheduling errors, including students taking non-approved courses.
all past errors and only lists approved courses.
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includes:
requirements;
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VDOE, the course cannot be offered in 2019-20. That said, at this point, we do not expect this to occur.)
students and families on RPS academic policies and practices
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acceptable by the VODE. In addition, it provides clarity on how these courses align with graduation requirements.
accurate – information about courses, included the correct codes, prerequisites, and more.
strategic and more accurate scheduling at the local school level.
descriptions, and it includes clearer language about important academic policies.
courses to increase opportunities for our students to learn skills that will prepare them for employment after graduation.
includes courses that will provide more robust support for students across the spectrum of English language acquisition, and for students who are earning an Applied Studies Diploma.
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Our process was designed to ensure that all courses offered are worthy of students’ time, align to graduation requirements, and meet all School Board and VDOE requirements.
national standards to create an draft list.
submit requests for locally-developed courses.
Instructional Specialists, and the Director of Curriculum & Instruction. The Task force then submitted their recommendations to the Chief Academic Officer for initial approval.
facilitate more strategic and more accurate scheduling.
review and feedback. While all course titles have been affirmed by the VDOE, we are still receiving and responding to feedback on course descriptions and curricula in some cases.
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Course Title, SCED Code, and Virginia Assignment Code VDOE-verified course descriptions Standardized language for each course’s prerequisites, available verified credit, weight (where appropriate), and graduation requirements.
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From the Transcript Audit, we learned that our students and families need more clarity on graduation requirements and the pathways that are available to reach post-secondary goals. As a result, we have streamlined the Program of Studies to include the following sections:
○ Includes reorganized content providing clarity on graduation requirements, with special attention to: 1) how verified credits are earned; 2) the differences between graduation requirements for students in different cohorts; 3) the special programs within RPS schools (e.g., IB, ECA, Summer Residential Governor’s Schools, etc.); and 4) alternative education offerings.
○ Lists the courses that will be available in 2019-20 by content and program area, including state- approved courses, local courses, honors and advanced courses, CTE courses, etc.
○ Provides detail on grading practices, guidance and counseling services, student support programs, student activities and eligibility, and more. ○ Note: This section is still in development. A working group of school staff and parents will assist with its completion over the summer.
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English Language Learner Offerings
their English level upon joining RPS. Courses have also been designed to support students alongside core content to ensure students never have another “no credit” year. Exceptional Education Offerings
Education Programs (IEPs) as well as other VA Board of Education requirements, but who do not meet the requirements for a Standard or Advanced Diploma. The Applied Studies Diploma consists of six domains (English, Mathematics, Science, History and Social Science, Employment, and Independent Living) that outline skills and competencies that IEP teams can use to modify instruction to assist students with meeting their postsecondary goals.
are now aligned to the VDOE-approved Applied Studies Curriculum Map. Finally, we increased the number and variety of these local elective courses.
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Below is the list of courses affirmed by VDOE to offer for the 2019-20 school year, sorted alphabetically by broader content area (e.g., Applied Studies, Mathematics, Science, etc.) and by course title. This list is subject to change should locally developed courses not meet the VDOE’s standard for curriculum development. That said, at this point, we do not expect this to occur. Ap Applied Studies Di Diploma
Ca Career and Technical Education
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