FY 08 Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Budget Proposal January 27, 2007

1. FY 08 Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Budget Proposal January 27, 2007

2. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Our mission is to educate and enable all students to reach their greatest academic, social and emotional potential in a safe environment where excellence and commitment are both fostered and valued throughout the entire community.

3. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School School Improvement Plan Goals 06/07 Goal # 1To facilitate continuous growth in student academic performance • Spelling • Math • Open Response Questions • Homework

4. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Goal # 2 To cultivate and foster a collaborative relationship between the school and the community through interactive participation Goal # 3 To develop a school culture in which each student’s academic, social, and emotional experiences assure them a seamless transition as they move from one grade level to the next as well as from elementary to middle to high school.

5. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School School Improvement Plan Goals FY 07/08 Goal # 1To facilitate continuous growth in student academic performance • To improve overall math performance in all grades • To increase math scores on the grade three, four and five MCAS Test

6. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Goal # 2 Improve internal communication that will lead to higher academic achievement for all students • Increase communication between grade levels and specialists and students • Create plan for transitioning from grade to grade in areas of academic and social/emotional growth

7. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School • Collaborate on grade level expectations that will increase academic performance and establish high standards for all students

8. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Goal # 3 To create a safe, secure environment for all students and staff • All students, staff and parents will know that MRE has a plan in place for keeping everyone as safe as possible • Establish a strong network of communication with necessary town departments

9. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Goal # 4 To develop a school culture in which each student’s academic, social, and emotional experiences assure them a seamless transition as they move from elementary to middle school • To determine developmentally appropriate expectations for each school • To develop a strategic plan for moving from elementary to middle

10. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Budget development process • Discussions and input from School Council members and results of survey • Met with each grade level team and the specialists to determine budgetary needs • Referenced goals of the MRE School Improvement Plans for FY 07 and FY 08 • Assessed needs based on MCAS results

11. NashobaMary Rowlandson Elementary School Prioritizing budget requests • Supporting the goals of the School Improvement Plan were considered top priority • Academic achievement and growth • Communication that leads to a stronger school culture and addresses the social/emotional growth of students • Creating a safe, secure environment • Transitions from elementary to middle school

12. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Cost Center Line Overviews • General Office Supplies (+ $1,025) • Consumables • Furniture • Kidney table for one classroom • Book shelves • Listening Centers • Overhead projectors

13. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School • Textbooks (+$1,885) • Dictionaries for grades 3-5 need replacement • Big books, trade books, additional Scott Foresman reading book • Instructional Supplies (+$1,350) • Supporting academic instruction in all content areas and specialty areas for grades K-5

14. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School • Technology (+$5,700) • Includes a Poster Maker to be used by MRE and BMS • Library (+$2,200) • Professional Development (+$3,200) • Includes funds for a math consultant to work with teachers

15. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School • 504 Compliance (+$1,000) • Other Expenses (+$1,500) • Security and safety in and outside of the school (signs, surveillance cameras, etc.)

16. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School FY 08 Budget Initiatives • Strong focus on strengthening math instruction, improving math skills and increasing MCAS math scores. A .5 Remedial Math Teacher and funding professional development including a math consultant to work with staff is being requested. • Integrating technology in all content and specialty areas by providing additional software and professional development for staff. • Continue to build the collection in the school library • School security and safety

17. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Summarize FY 07 New Initiatives Health • The district health curriculum being implemented in grades K-5 is leaving students with a wealth of practical knowledge to live healthy, safe lives. Informal feedback from parents has been very positive.

18. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Science and Engineering • Science and Engineering for fifth grade students has been a very successful endeavor. Next year’s sixth graders will have a basic understanding of the concepts and expectations of the 6-8 program strengthening the overall skills developed in this area.

19. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Instructional Coaches • MRE used the Instructional Coaches stipend to establish what is proving to be a valuable vertical team for grades 1-5. Although, the number one focus is math, it provides an opportunity for discussion of all areas of the school day as well as improves communication between grade levels.

20. Mary Rowlandson Elementary School Conclusion The Mary Rowlandson Elementary School budget strives to support a culture that fosters academic growth, strengthens social and emotional development of children and builds continued professional development for staff to become life-long learners. It addresses a plan to improve communication from grade level to grade level, between the elementary and middle schools and with parents and community members. The proposed budget also stresses the importance of a safe and secure environment for all.