School Improvement Council (SIC)

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.

1. Welcome

Introductions

2. Principal’s Update

Safety Update

Discuss ABES SIC survey results

3. School Improvement Council Information

 Discuss updates for 24-25 SIC

4. Report to Classrooms for observations

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

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

Alston Bailey Elementary School Improvement Council Minutes 

October 4, 2024 

Welcome: 

• 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. 

• Minutes from the September meeting were read to the attendees. The meeting agenda was reviewed.  

Principals Update: 

• Mr. Magers gave an update on 2nd grade CoGat and IA testing  

• Overview on tests 

• Dates of testing 

• Let attendees know that monitors were needed 

SIC Vote: 

• Ms. Lehner reviewed make-up and purpose of the School Improvement Council. 

• Explained the expected elected members as 2 parents, 2 teachers, Principal and 2 appointed community members.  

• Attendees nominated and elected parent members were chosen.  

• Jessica Mizell and Sonya Thomas were nominated 

• Committee Voted 

Public Comment: 

• There was discussion about the need for math support.  

• There was concern about 5th grade teacher communication needing improvement. 

Meeting adjourned: 

• Meeting adjourned at 8:00, parents were able to visit classrooms for  Parent Power hour 

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

Alston Bailey Elementary School Improvement Council Minutes 

November 8, 2024 

Welcome: 

• 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. 

• Minutes from the October meeting were read to the attendees. T 

• The meeting agenda was reviewed.  

Principals Update: 

• 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 

MAP: 

• 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: 

• There was no questions or concerns brought  up in public comment.  

Meeting adjourned: 

• Meeting adjourned at 7:50, parents were able to visit classrooms for  Parent Power hour 

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 November Meeting 

• 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. 

3. Principal’s Update 

• Academic Achievement 

4. PTA 

• 24-25 PTA members will talk about PTA plans and recruitment. 

5. Parents report to classroom for silent observation 

Fall MAP Data