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Goals
G 1 Climate and Access
HCVA will provide equitable access for all students in grades K-12 who seek an alternative to a traditional brick and mortar school. HCVA principal will monitor available seats in the HC Virtual Academy and make applications open to the public in the spring of 2023 for enrollment in the fall of 2023. Applications will be reviewed by the HCVA committee and families will be interviewed to determine eligibility for the program and potential vendors.
Once accepted into the academy, HCVA students will meet with the HCVA staff to receive their chromebook and account information. HCVA students will watch welcome videos that will explain HCVA policies such as attendance, scheduling, and tutoring.
HCVA staff will develop and maintain positive relationships with students and their families. Weekly emails, monthly phone calls, Skyward messages, and a variety of virtual outlets will be used to communicate with students and guardians.
Performance Measure
The HCVA will aid in the district’s efforts to reduce the K-12 percentage of students who are chronically absent by 1.1%, which will move it from 16.9% in 2020-2021 to 15.8% for 2021-2022 to meet the district's AMO Target by partnering with our district’s homebound teachers. Students who miss school due to medical conditions may be approved for homebound services, and the HCVA will help provide curriculum support to those qualifying students.
We will meet annual attendance goals set by the district for K-8:95%, 9-12:94%. To do this, we will track and monitor student attendance and communicate attendance concerns with the student and parent. We will use Hawkins County three-tier attendance policy for addressing attendance issues.
Sections
- Climate and Access
S 1.1 Technology
HCVA will work with the Hawkins County Technology department to ensure that every student in the academy has a device to access his/her online courses. Chromebooks will be given to every student who does not have a device of his/her own. HCVA will also work with our technology department to ensure that necessary online accounts and emails are created for every student and that appropriate apps are downloaded on students' computers.
Students who have technological issues accessing their courses or material, will contact our HCVA Technology Leader delivery issues. If needed, the HCVA Technology Leader will consult with the vendor and IT support team to resolve student technology issues.
Benchmark Indicator
Percentage of students and parents who have access to school email, Skyward, and Clever
Log of students who check out a Hawkins County chromebook
A 1.1.1 Google Forms
A google form will be created and sent out to all HCVA families to identify students who need a chromebook. The HCVA Technology Leader will contact the students needing a device and schedule an appointment for students to check out a chromebook.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2022-10-31 |
S 1.2 Student Behavior Supports
HCVA staff will promote student success in the academy by daily monitoring student attendance, progress, and grades. Students who fail to login and complete daily and weekly goals will be contacted by the HCVA coordinating teacher. If the inadequate progress being made is due to a lack of understanding, in-person tutoring will be offered by HCVA Lead Teacher.
Benchmark Indicator
HCVA Coordinating teacher will identify students who fail to login and complete daily assignments and report those to the HCVA principal and counselor at weekly meeting.
A 1.2.1 Weekly Attendance Reports
HCVA Coordinating teacher will run an attendance report from Acellus, Grade Results, Niswonger, and SAILS every Monday. Using the report, students who failed to login and complete assignments will be identified and contacted.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2022-10-31 |
A 1.2.2 Follow up
The HCVA Coordinating teacher will call the student/parent to verify reason for absence. Next, the HCVA Coordinating teacher will call/email student and parent for attendance warning. The response will be reported at the weekly HCVA staff meeting.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-05 |
S 1.3 Family Engagement
HCVA staff will plan family engagement events throughout the year to help foster healthy relationships with students and their families. When students are accepted into the academy, they will be invited to the school to meet the staff, check out a chromebook, and go over HCVA policies.
Throughout the year, HCVA staff will make phone calls home to update parents on attendance and progress. Important information will also be relayed through school email, Remind 101, and the Clever homepage. The HCVA will also utilize social media and the HCVA school website to provide updates and outreach to all stakeholders.
Benchmark Indicator
HCVA Contact Log will be kept to document email and phone calls made to students and their guardians.
During weekly meetings, HCVA staff will identify pertinent information that needs to be shared with students and families.
The HCVA Technology Leader will update the HCVA website and social media platform with monthly announcements or as needed.
A 1.3.1 Contact Logs
A google sheet will be created and shared with HCVA staff to document all communications with students and their guardians.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2022-09-30 |
S 1.4 Attendance Monitoring
HCVA school counselor will oversee the weekly pull of attendance to plan attendance tier meetings. The HCVA principal will oversee the monthly pull of attendance and chronic absenteeism reports for students in the virtual academy. These reports will be used as discussion points at the monthly principals meetings.
Benchmark Indicator
Weekly Attendance Reports from Vendors
Skyward Attendance Reports
Tracking for tier meetings
A 1.4.1 Attendance Reporting
The HCVA Coordinating Teacher will run weekly attendance reports and provide the HCVA principal a list of students who failed to login and complete assignments. Those students will be marked absent in Skyward. The HCVA school counselor will run weekly attendance reports in Skyward to identify students who have unexcused absences and are in need of a tier meeting. Once students have had two tier meetings, their name will be given to the truancy officer for the county and truancy court may be scheduled at that time.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-05 |
G 2 Increase Achievement in RLA
By May of 2023, HCVA will strengthen scores in RLA by using data collected from AimsWebPlus, CASE Benchmark assessment, and daily instruction. HCVA utilize intervention strategies to increase scores with students who fall into Tier categories of RTI. HCVA will provide virtual and in person tutoring to those who have gaps in learning.
Performance Measure
HCS will increase the percentage of students on-track or mastered in each grade band from 2021-2022 to 2022-2023.
Sections
- Academic Achievement & Growth
S 2.1 Interventions
Hawkins County Virtual Academy will utilize data collected with CASE Benchmark assessments and AimsWebPlus Benchmark tests to identify areas of need and deficits in student learning. HCVA will provide virtual and in person tutoring.
Benchmark Indicator
CASE Benchmark Assessment given three times yearly and reviewed by the principal and teachers at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed at 4.5 meetings. AIMSWeb Benchmark Assessment will be given three times yearly and reviewed by the RTI Interventionist at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed during the 4.5 week RTI meetings and adjustments will be made to student tier plan based on needs.
A 2.1.1 Analysis of CASE Benchmark Data to provide effective instruction
HCVA will examine CASE Benchmark Scores to determine skill gaps in student learning. The team will develop a plan to provide effective instruction to fill those gaps.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-08 |
A 2.1.2 Utilize AimsWebPlus Benchmark Data
HCVA will administer the AimsWebPlus Benchmark tests, and review the data to identify students who need intervention. RTI intervention will be provided to those students who are in tier 2 or tier 3 category. This intervention will include instruction and online resources to build skill levels.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-08 |
A 2.1.3 Tutoring
HCVA will provide tutoring opportunities for all students. Both virtual and in person tutoring will be available. Students who are identified with academic needs and learning gaps will receive tutoring to increase their skills.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-08 |
S 2.2 Standards and Materials Review
HCVA will review instructional materials to support RLA classes. Additionally, HCVA will use Acellus Learning Academy, Read Live, and state adopted textbooks to support instruction in RLA.
Benchmark Indicator
CASE Benchmark Assessment given three times yearly and reviewed by the principal and teachers at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed at 4.5 meetings. AIMSWebPlus Benchmark Assessment will be given three times yearly and reviewed by RTI interventionist and RLA teacher at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed during the 4.5 week RTI meetings and adjustments will be made to student tier plan based on needs.
A 2.2.1 CASE Benchmark Assessments
Hawkins County Virtual Academy RLA teacher and interventionists will review CASE Benchmark Assessment data to prepare and implement RLA instruction. HCVA will utilize the pacing guides and Tennessee Learning Standards to assure instruction aligns with the CASE Benchmark assessment.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins, Debra Gillenwater | 2023-04-28 |
A 2.2.2 AimsWebPlus data
HCVA will utilize AimsWebPlus data to align instruction for all students. HCVA will provide direct instruction, instruction through Acellus, as well as approved resources in RTI. These resources include Read Live and Sonday system.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-08 |
G 3 Increase Achievement in Math
By May 2023, HCVA will increase the percentage of students on-track or mastered to meet AMO targets designated by grade bands. HCVA will utilize data from various approved sources to ensure students are instructed in content and skills appropriate for the grade band.
Performance Measure
HCS will increase the percentage of students on-track or mastered in each grade band from 2021-2022 to 2022-2023.
Sections
- Academic Achievement & Growth
S 3.1 Professional Development
HCVA teachers will attend a variety of professional development opportunities to faculty and staff to further strengthen our Math courses.
Benchmark Indicator
HCVA teachers will receive training with Acellus Learning Academy throughout the year.
CASE Benchmark Assessment given three times yearly and reviewed the principal and teachers at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed at 4.5 meetings.
HCVA teachers will attend PD training provided by the HCS district.
A 3.1.1 AimsWeb Training
The RTI interventionist will attend AimsWeb training in order to learn how to use the most current math intervention programs. That information will be shared with HCVA teachers who will implement the information in their math courses or RTI classes.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2022-10-07 |
S 3.2 Interventions
HCVA will utilize the data collected from various sources to identify learning gaps and deficits in math skills. Intervention strategies will be implemented through the school year to aid in increasing math scores across the grade bands.
Benchmark Indicator
CASE Benchmark Assessment given three times yearly and reviewed by the principal and teachers at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed at 4.5 meetings .AIMSWeb Benchmark Assessment will be given three times yearly and reviewed by RTI Interventionist at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed during the 4.5 week RTI meetings and adjustments will be made to student tier plan based on needs. Tutoring will be provide to students who identify as math deficient.
A 3.2.1 CASE Benchmark data
HCVA will utilized CASE benchmark data to identify areas of weakness in math skills. The areas of need will be addressed with direct instruction, Acellus instruction, and other online resources.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins, Misty Armstrong | 2023-05-08 |
A 3.2.2 AimsWebPlus data
HCVA interventions will review all AimsWebPlus data collected through out the year. The interventionist will link areas of need in math to RTI intervention strategies and instruction. HCVA interventionist will use a variety of methodology to provide instruction in the areas of need to increase scores and skill levels.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-08 |
A 3.2.3 Tutoring
HCVA will provide opportunities for students to engage in tutoring in math. Tutoring sessions will be virtual and in person. The teacher will target areas of need and provide direct instruction in those areas.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-08 |
S 3.3 Standards and Materials Review
HCVA will review instructional materials and standards alignment to support Math classes.
Benchmark Indicator
CASE Benchmark Assessment given three times yearly and reviewed by the principal and teachers at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed at 4.5 meetings. AIMSWeb Benchmark Assessment will be given three times yearly and reviewed by HCVA interventionist at the end of each testing session. Information will be discussed during the 4.5 week RTI meetings and adjustments will be made to student tier plan based on needs.
A 3.3.1 Materials based on CASE benchmark and AimsWebPlus assessments
HCVA will use all available materials and resources in the instruction and practice of math. Acellus Learning Academy, Zearn, and other online resources will be utilized.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins | 2023-05-08 |
A 3.3.2 Standards
HCVA will assure alignment of the materials and resources to the Tennessee Learning Standards. In the case a area is unfulfilled, teachers will provide special lessons and extra instruction in those areas.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Lisa Mullins, Misty Armstrong. | 2023-05-08 |
G 4 College and Career Readiness
HCVA staff will prepare students for college and career readiness by offering post secondary opportunities and focus on improving ACT scores.
We will aid in the district's efforts to increase the percent of students meeting a 21 or higher on the ACT by 1.5% by the end of May 2023. Additionally, HCVA will increase the number of industry certifications attained by CTE Concentrators by partnering with our local colleges and business to offer students an opportunity to explore their post-secondary options.
Performance Measure
We will aid in the district's efforts to increase the percent of students meeting a 21 or higher on the ACT from 35.2% for 2020 cohort to 36.7% (1.5% ) for 2022 cohort.
We will aid in the district's efforts to increase the number of industry certifications attained by CTE Concentrators from 236 students* to 250. *based on 2020 cohort
Sections
- College & Career Readiness
S 4.1 CTE Opportunities
HCVA will partner with local high schools to provide students opportunities to participate in CTE courses. Students in HCVA are permitted to attend their zoned school's campus to participate in CTE courses. The HCVA school counselor will consult with local schools to determine CTE offerings and schedule students in their CTE focus area.
The HCVA counselor will also collaborate with local colleges and business to help students learn about the career opportunities available to them as well as the requirements for specific jobs. Senior students who have met their required CTE coursework may obtain work experience through the Work Based Learning opportunity, which would be available through local partnering businesses.
Benchmark Indicator
HCVA will use # of Industry Credentials (236 in 2021) to compare growth from last year.
CTE course tracking through google sheets and Skyward reports
A 4.1.1 Individual Student Planning
HCVA students will meet with the school counselor at the end of their 8th grade year to establish a four year academic plan. During that planning time, students will be informed of the different CTE pathways offered through the HC Virtual Academy. Courses will be scheduled to meet students' desired CTE focus. Every year, students will complete a google form to provide the school counselor with scheduling requests for CTE courses. If the desired course is not offered through the online vendor, the school counselor will schedule students a CTE course at a local partnering school.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Casey Gray | 2022-10-07 |
A 4.1.2 College Tours
HCVA high school students will tour the Walters State and Morristown TCAT campus. This experience will allow students an opportunity to explore post-secondary options. They will learn more about college degrees, financial assistance, and industrial certifications.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Casey Gray | 2022-12-16 |
S 4.2 EPSO Attainment
HCVA will promote student EPSO attainment by partnering with local schools, colleges, and business to provide CTE courses, dual enrollment, and work based learning opportunities.
The HCVA school counselor will track high school students' EPSOs each year. During a student's senior year, the HCVA school counselor will conduct a senior interview to check for ready graduate indicators. During the interview, the school counselor will use the Ready Graduate Worksheet to determine EPSO attainment.
Benchmark Indicator
Student enrollment at Walters State, TCAT, and ETSU
Student tracking for CTE courses via google sheets
Student tracking for work based learning opportunities via google sheets
A 4.2.1 Dual Enrollment
The school counselor will create a google form for students to request dual enrollment courses. The school counselor will reach out to local college representatives to learn the courses offered for fall and spring term. After obtaining a list of available courses and completing a student transcript review, the school counselor will contact students to determine an appropriate dual enrollment course. The school counselor will also help students register for dual enrollment.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Casey Gray | 2022-12-16 |
A 4.2.2 Niswonger AP Courses
The HCVA school counselor serves as the school's AP liason for Niswonger AP courses. During individual student planning, the school counselor will work with high school students to determine scheduling needs and register students for AP courses when appropriate.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Casey Gray | 2023-05-26 |
S 4.3 ACT
HCVA students will participate in an ACT Prep course their junior year. Students will also be given an opportunity to take the ACT their junior year at their zoned school's campus.
Benchmark Indicator
All juniors and seniors will take the ACT at least once in 2022.
All HCVA juniors will be enrolled in an ACT Prep Course.
A 4.3.1 ACT Test
HCVA sophomores will take an ACT practice test so that they are exposed to the types of questions that will be on the ACT. All juniors will work with the HCVA school counselor to get registered for the ACT. Any senior who has not taken the ACT or who would like to improve his/her score will also work with the HCVA school counselor to register for the ACT.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| Casey Gray | 2023-03-31 |
A 4.3.2 ACT Prep
Teachers will incorporate at least one ACT practice question in the Acellus lessons every day. The practice questions will help students become familiar with the types of questions and the content that will included on the ACT. Sophomores and juniors will also be offered an ACT Prep course to take with Acellus.
| Person Responsible | Estimated Completion | Funding Sources |
|---|---|---|
| HCVA Teachers | 2023-05-05 |