School Improvement Council (SIC)
SIC is a broad-based community advisory group comprised of parents, teachers, and community members established in every school. This advisory group works with the principal to cultivate a positive school environment supporting student success.
2024-2025 Meeting Dates
- Friday, September 6th 2024
- Friday, October 4th 2024
- Friday, November 8th 2024
- Friday, December 6th 2024
- Friday, January 17th 2025
- Friday, February 7th 2025
- Friday, March 7th 2025
- Friday, April 4th 2025
- Friday, May 2nd 2025
2024-2025 SIC Meeting Agendas & Minutes
September 6, 2024
Agenda
Alston-Bailey School Improvement Council Meeting- September 6th, 2024
Vision Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School is a place where PRIDE and excellence are demonstrated daily to produce world class citizens and leaders.
Mission Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School prepares all students for college and life by providing a rigorous curriculum that is relevant to a students’ life in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Meeting norms: Come to meetings on time and prepared. Be an active listener to presentations. Stay focused on our school mission and vision. Place your cell phone on vibrate and put it away. Computers should only be used if you are taking notes. Time out and foul hand signals will be used to maintain order and respect during our meetings.
School Goals
Increase student achievement in all content areas.
Increase recognition opportunities for students that demonstrate world class citizenship.
Continue literacy focus so that all students are reading on or above grade level.
Increase math achievement so that all students are meeting and exceeding grade level expectations.
Increase opportunities for student leadership, service learning, and mentorship.
- Welcome
Introductions
- Principal’s Update
Safety Update
Discuss ABES SIC survey results
- School Improvement Council Information
Discuss updates for 24-25 SIC
- Report to Classrooms for observations
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Minutes
Alston Bailey Elementary School Improvement Council Minutes
September 6, 2024
Welcome:
Parents signed in with QR code for attendance
Ms. Bodison , Principal, and Ms. Lehner, Title 1 Facilitator, introduced themselves
Parent introductions- children and grade levels
Introduction of leadership team
o Assistant Principals-Patrick Magers, Elizabeth Isaacs
o Guidance Counselors- Jalisa Jones, Megan Rinehart
o Librarian- Laura Smith
o Officer Martinez introduction
- Intro new SRO
- Spanish word of the week
- Explanation of daily tasks around the school
o Shared contact info Parent Square/Schoology
Principals Update:
· Brief explanation of SIC
· SIC survey results
o Glows
- Communication through parent square
- Friendly staff
- Social media presence
o Grows
- Transportation
- More extra-curricular opportunities
- Kindness between students
SIC Bylaws:
· SIC definition and roles of council members
· Announcement of October elections
· Made aware of bylaw review upcoming
Feedback:
· Parents were given Family Engagement Center Pamphlets and “ABES Parents ROCK” pins
· Attendees filled out feedback forms
· Meeting adjourned, parents were able to visit classrooms for Parent Power hour
October 4, 2024
Agenda
Alston-Bailey School Improvement Council Meeting- October 4th, 2024
Vision Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School is a place where PRIDE and excellence are demonstrated daily to produce world class citizens and leaders.
Mission Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School prepares all students for college and life by providing a rigorous curriculum that is relevant to a students’ life in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Meeting norms: Come to meetings on time and prepared. Be an active listener to presentations. Stay focused on our school mission and vision. Place your cell phone on vibrate and put it away. Computers should only be used if you are taking notes. Time out and foul hand signals will be used to maintain order and respect during our meetings.
School Goals
Increase student achievement in all content areas.
Increase recognition opportunities for students that demonstrate world class citizenship.
Continue literacy focus so that all students are reading on or above grade level.
Increase math achievement so that all students are meeting and exceeding grade level expectations.
Increase opportunities for student leadership, service learning, and mentorship.
1. Welcome
2. Minutes from September Meeting
· Parents and staff introduced themselves. Officer Martinez spoke about her new role as SRO, Ms. Bodison spoke about the significance and importance of SIC. Ms. Lehner went over specific roles of elected SIC council and announced nominations and elections would be held at October 4th SIC meeting.
3. Principal’s Update
· Upcoming GATE testing
4. 24-25 SIC Elections
· Nominations and voting in the 24-25 elected SIC members
5. Parents report to classroom for silent observation
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Fall MAP Data
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Minutes
Alston Bailey Elementary School Improvement Council Minutes
October 4, 2024
Welcome:
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Ms. Lehner started the SIC with an introduction of herself and invited attendees to fill out a survey with the QR code posted in the presentation.
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Minutes from the September meeting were read to the attendees. The meeting agenda was reviewed.
Principals Update:
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Mr. Magers gave an update on 2nd grade CoGat and IA testing
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Overview on tests
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Dates of testing
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Let attendees know that monitors were needed
SIC Vote:
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Ms. Lehner reviewed make-up and purpose of the School Improvement Council.
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Explained the expected elected members as 2 parents, 2 teachers, Principal and 2 appointed community members.
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Attendees nominated and elected parent members were chosen.
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Jessica Mizell and Sonya Thomas were nominated
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Committee Voted
Public Comment:
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There was discussion about the need for math support.
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There was concern about 5th grade teacher communication needing improvement.
Meeting adjourned:
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Meeting adjourned at 8:00, parents were able to visit classrooms for Parent Power hour
November 24, 2024
Agenda
Alston-Bailey School Improvement Council Meeting- November 8th, 2024
Vision Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School is a place where PRIDE and excellence are demonstrated daily to produce world class citizens and leaders.
Mission Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School prepares all students for college and life by providing a rigorous curriculum that is relevant to a students’ life in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Meeting norms: Come to meetings on time and prepared. Be an active listener to presentations. Stay focused on our school mission and vision. Place your cell phone on vibrate and put it away. Computers should only be used if you are taking notes. Time out and foul hand signals will be used to maintain order and respect during our meetings.
School Goals
Increase student achievement in all content areas.
Increase recognition opportunities for students that demonstrate world class citizenship.
Continue literacy focus so that all students are reading on or above grade level.
Increase math achievement so that all students are meeting and exceeding grade level expectations.
Increase opportunities for student leadership, service learning, and mentorship.
1. Welcome
2. Minutes from October Meeting
Mr. Magers gave an update on 2nd grade CoGat and IA testing .Ms. Lehner reviewed make-up and purpose of the School Improvement Council. Attendees nominated and elected parent members Jessica Mizell and Sonya Thomas were nominated and chosen.
3. Principal’s Update
· Goal setting
· Capturing Kids Hearts
4. MAP testing
· Information and resources with Mr. Magers and Ms. Lehner
5. Parents report to classroom for silent observation
Minutes
Alston Bailey Elementary School Improvement Council Minutes
November 8, 2024
Welcome:
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Ms. Lehner started the SIC with an introduction of herself and invited attendees to fill out a survey with the QR code posted in the presentation.
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Minutes from the October meeting were read to the attendees. T
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The meeting agenda was reviewed.
Principals Update:
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Ms. Bodison discussed student, teacher and whole school goal setting as a part of ABES Capturing Kids Hearts curriculum.
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School goals and reding goals were shared
MAP:
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Mr. Mager’s and Ms. Lehner talked about winter MAP testing dates starting December 9th, and information on the Measure of Academic Progress assessment.
Public Comment:
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There was no questions or concerns brought up in public comment.
Meeting adjourned:
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Meeting adjourned at 7:50, parents were able to visit classrooms for Parent Power hour
December 5, 2024
Agenda
Vision Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School is a place where PRIDE and excellence are demonstrated daily to produce world class citizens and leaders.
Mission Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School prepares all students for college and life by providing a rigorous curriculum that is relevant to a students’ life in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Meeting norms: Come to meetings on time and prepared. Be an active listener to presentations. Stay focused on our school mission and vision. Place your cell phone on vibrate and put it away. Computers should only be used if you are taking notes. Time out and foul hand signals will be used to maintain order and respect during our meetings.
School Goals
Increase student achievement in all content areas.
Increase recognition opportunities for students that demonstrate world class citizenship.
Continue literacy focus so that all students are reading on or above grade level.
Increase math achievement so that all students are meeting and exceeding grade level expectations.
Increase opportunities for student leadership, service learning, and mentorship.
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Welcome
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Minutes from November Meeting
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Ms. Bodison discussed student, teacher and whole school goal setting as a part of ABES Capturing Kids Hearts curriculum. School goals and reding goals were shared. Mr. Mager’s and Ms. Lehner talked about winter MAP testing dates starting December 9th, and information on the Measure of Academic Progress assessment.
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Principal’s Update
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Academic Achievement
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PTA
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24-25 PTA members will talk about PTA plans and recruitment.
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Parents report to classroom for silent observation
Fall MAP Data
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Minutes
2023-2024 School Improvement Council Report to Parents
Alston Bailey Elementary School
School Improvement Council Report to Parents 2023-2024
School Improvement Council Reports to Parents
2023-2024 Report
Alston Bailey Elementary School School Improvement Council Report to Parents 2023-2024
A part of Dorchester School District Two
Alston-Bailey SIC
- Shane Robbins , Superintendent
- Vernisa Bodison, Principal
- Patrick Magers, Assistant Principal
- Maree Carway, Assistant Principal
- Allison Lehner, Title I Facilitator
- Wendy Lapointe, SIC Chairperson
Mission Statement: Alston-Bailey Elementary School prepares all students for college and life by providing a rigorous curriculum that is relevant to students’ life in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Innovative Learning Towards Stratgic Plan Goals
- K-5th graders utilize Edmentum Exact Path online curriculum for additional ELA and Math instruction
- ELA formative assessments administered to Kindergarten-5th graders
- Math formative assessments administered to Kindergarten-5th graders
- Teacher collaborative planning sessions
- District Interventionist Coaching/Planning Sessions
- Instructional teachers provide assistance to at-risk students for ELA and Math in small group settings
- Staff Development and instructional support K-5th grade
- Technology in the classroom including one-to-one devices, wireless headphones, document cameras, iPads
Accolades
-District Honor Teacher of the Year 2018, 2024
-Donors Choose Grants 2017-2024
-SC PTA Principal of the Year 2014
-National Board Certified Teachers
-PTA Reflections Participants 2017,2018, 2019,2020
-PTA Student of the Year 2017, 2018
-PTA Teacher of the Year 2017, 2018
-PTA Support Staff of the Year 2017, 2018
-PTA Principal of the Year 2017, 2018
-PTA Volunteer of School 2017, 2018
-Cool School, May 2017
-Jump Rope For Heart Banner
-School Wellness Checklist
-Capturing Kids Hearts National Showcase School 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Introduction
This report is provided to parents in compliance with the Education Finance Act (EFA) of 1977, the Education Improvement Act (EIA) of 1984, and the Elementary and Secondary Academic Act (ACT 135) of 1993. It presents information about school accomplishments and updates on the 2019-2020 goals.
The School Improvement Council (SIC) serves as an advisory group to the ABES principal and school. The SIC plays a crucial role in school improvement by bringing together all stakeholders, parents, educators, and community members.
ABES School Improvement Council Members are:
- Wendy Lapointe, SIC Chairperson and Parent
- Jessica Mizell, Parent
- Edwin Carlin-Cassidy, Community Member
- Miryam Matamet-Cassidy, Community Member
- Jalisa Jones , Teacher
- Allison Lehner, Title I Facilitator/Curriculum Coach
- Vernisa Bodison, Principal
- Maree Carway, Assistant Principal
- Patrick Magers, Assistant Principal
SCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS
• 75% of students will attain a text reading level of “4” or above by the end of kindergarten.
• 75% of students will attain a text reading level of “18” or above by the end of first grade
• 75% of students will attain a text reading level of “28” or above by the end of second grade.
• 75% of students will attain a score of “Met or Higher” in grades 3-5 reading.
At Alston-Bailey, we accomplish these goals by:
- Using strategies and programs proven by research: Literacy Model, Math Model, Best Practices
- Setting goals for improvement: Benchmark Goals, Reading Goals, Behavior Goals, and Academic Goals
- Measuring student progress using: ELA Formative Assessments, Math Formative Assessments, Universal Screeners (AIMS, MAP-Measures of Academic Progress), Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA 3), Myigdis/SOS and Literacy Assessment Portfolios.
- Ensuring teachers are well trained and highly qualified: On-going staff and professional development
- Involving parents in all aspects of the program: School Improvement Council, Parent Power Hour, Parenting Information and Workshop Sessions, Volunteer Program
Home/School Connection
• Grade Level Parenting Events
• Open House
• ABES STEAM Night, Virtual Family Literacy Nights
• Grade Level Newsletter
• Facebook Communication
• School Website Updates and Communication
• School Wide Tuesday Communication Folders
• Blackboard Connect Phone Calls and Emails
• Text Message Communication
• Class Dojo
Increasing Achievement through:
English Language Arts
- Literacy Model K-5
- Reading Edmentum Exact Path K-5
- Read 180 4-5
- System 44 3rd
- Small Group Instruction K-5
- Raz-Kids K-5
- StoryWorks K-5
- Study Island 3-5
Math
- Math Model K-5
- Math Edmentum Exact Path K-5
- Small Group Instruction K-5
- Study Island 3-5
- Reflex Math
2023 -2024 ABES School Improvement Council Report to Parents - PDF