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Standard One:
School and District Leadership



Standard Two:
Curriculum, Instruction, And Professional Development



Standard Three:
Classroom And School Assessments



Standard Four:
School Culture, Climate, And Communication

4.1 Shared Philosophy of Culture of Excellence
4.2 Facilities Conducive to Learning
4.3 Proactive School Discipline Procedures
4.4 Safety and Crisis Plans
4.5 Positive Relationships with Students
4.6 Student Achievement Highly Valued
4.7 Healthy School Culture
4.8 Culture of Respect, Trust, Communication, and Collaboration
4.9 Benefits of Change
4.10 Active Partners
4.11 Additional Academic Assistance for Students



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4.11 Additional Academic Assistance for Students

Students are provided with a variety of learning opportunities within the normal school day; and may receive additional assistance beyond regular classroom instruction to support their academic learning.

There is a growing body of research evidence indicating that high-quality after-school programs can improve the academic performance of all students but particularly those at risk of academic failure. Extended learning opportunities can provide young people with a positive alternative to spending time on the streets or being home alone and thus reduce risk-taking behaviors.

Council of Chief State School Officers,
Electronic Newsletter of the Extended Learning Opportunities Project

Suggested Evidence
  • Articulation meetings/agendas
  • Staff development calendar
  • Parent-student handbook
  • Communications to parents
Level of Performance: Exceeds Standards
  • All special needs/area teachers (e.g., Special Education, Gifted, ESL, Arts) collaborate with classroom teachers to promote student achievement.
  • Supporting programs (e.g., Title I) are continuously assessed and refined to meet the needs of the students.
  • There is a continuous and formalized collaboration among various programs (e.g., Title I, school guidance) to enhance the delivery of services that promote student achievement.
  • The district/school has written policies and processes that coordinate with community agencies to identify and refer students to health, counseling, and social services. These are clearly communicated to staff and families.
  • The school provides intensive intervention strategies for those students who are identified as Falls Far Below or Approaches in Reading, Mathematics, or Writing.

Related Resources

Tools
AIMS Website   
This website provides Arizona teachers, administrators, students, and parents access to the AIMS Hotline phone number for tutoring help, an overview of the AIMS test, sample tests, study guides, and information about tuition waivers.
Publisher: Arizona Department of Education

Analyzing Surveys with Kids (ASK)   
NWREL presents a process, which engages students as data analysts who use their knowledge of their school to help interpret survey results and develop suggestions for improvements.
Publisher: Northwest Regional Educational Laboratory

IDEAL   
IDEAL is a single access point to educational resources and information for all Arizona Educators. It provides access to professional development, standards based curriculum resources, collaborative tools and school improvement resources. Take a tour, visit the Home edition, explore AIMS Resources and then log in to access the full suite of resources!
Publisher: Arizona Department of Education


Articles
NEW! Dropout Prevention   
This guide on reducing high school dropout rates provides recommendations and strategies such as identifying and advocating for at-risk students, implementing programs to improve behavior and social skills, and partnering with community groups.
Publication Date: 2008
Publisher: National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance

NEW! What Content-Area Teachers Should Know About Adolescent Literacy   
This report suggests methods for improving adolescent learners reading and writings skills in the classroom.
Author: Kris Anstrom and Trenace Richardson Tanya Shuy Rebecca J. Moak and Mary A. Campbell Peggy McCardle a
Publication Date: 2007
Publisher: National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

Effectiveness of Out-of-School-Time Strategies in Assisting Low-Achieving Students in Reading and Mathematics: A Research Synthesis   (to edit this resource, contact WestEd)
Author: Lauer, P.A., Akiba, M., Wilkerson, S.B., Apthorp, H.S., Snow, D., Martin-Glenn, M.
Publication Date: 2004
Publisher: Mid-continent Research for Education and Learning (McREL)

Out-of-School Time Reading Programs   
This article discusses ways to increase time for reading programs concerning at-risk kids.
Author: Kirsten Miller, David Snow and Patricia Lauber
Publication Date: 2004
Publisher: Adlit.org

Why are Afterschool Programs Good for School-Age Children and Youth?   
This briefing discusses four reasons why after-school programs have positive outcomes on the children who take part in these programs.
Publication Date: 2004
Publisher: Educational Braodcasting Corporation


Useful Links
21st Century Community Learning Centers   
The purpose of the 21st Century Community-Learning Center Grant is to establish community-learning centers that provide students with standards-based academic enrichment classes and opportunities especially in math, reading and writing during out-of-school time. These academic activities are designed to complement the students' regular academic program.

NEW! RTI Response to Intervention Glossary   
This is a list of terms and acronyms used when discussing RtI, Response to Intervention.
Publication Date: 2007
Publisher: IDEA Partnership, NASDSE, & US Office of Special Education

Afterschool Alliance   
The Afterschool Alliance is a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness of afterschool programs and advocating for quality, affordable programs for all children.

Afterschool Training Toolkit   
The best afterschool programs do two things: they engage students in fun activities that create a desire to learn, and they build on what students are learning during the school day to extend the knowledge they already have. This toolkit is designed to give afterschool program directors and instructors the resources they need to build fun, innovative, and academically enriching activities that not only engage students, but extend their knowledge in new ways and increase academic achievement.
Publisher: Southwest Educational Development Laboratory (SEDL)

Leave No Parent Behind   
Project Appleseed seeks to create partnerships with state departments of education, nonprofit groups, and corporate partners whose business, philanthropic, and educational objectives can be met through a Leave No Parent Behind Partnership!
Publisher: Project Appleseed




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