Ramblings from Week 4

     This week provided an excellent opportunity to meet with my site supervisor to collaborate on my action research plan.  Through our meeting, we discussed various programs that are currently in place to help students become college and career ready.  Also, clarification was provided with regard to the types of certificates students may gain through our CATE department.  This new information will need to be included in my plan. Both of us are excited to see how this project is evolving and are equally excited to see the finished product!  I have included my CARE model below.  As always, please peruse and share any comments you may have. 

Examining What We Do to Improve Our Schools Sandra Harris, Stacey Edmonson, Julie Combs

Tool 8.1 CARE Model: Planning Tool

Identify Concerns that must change (look to the future)

(Assign points to concerns from 1 to 3 in the order of the most important issues to consider.)

1. What new courses can be offered to promote college readiness?

2. What new courses can be offered to our CATE department to enhance career readiness?

3.  Ensure continued rigor in all core and elective classes.

Identify Affirmations that must be sustained (look to the present)

(Assign points to affirmations from 1 to 3 in the order of the most important issues to consider.)

1.  Offer variety of Advanced Placement classes for students to choose from.

2.  Partnership with local community college establishes an avenue for students to obtain both college and high school credit. This opportunity is open to all juniors and seniors.

3.  Students may obtain certificates in cosmetology and welding.

SMART Recommendations that must be implemented:

(Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Timely)

(Assign points to recommendations from 1 to 3 in the order of the most important recommendations to implement.)

1.  Information gathered through various tools such as questionnaires, surveys, and collaboration is specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely.

2.  Research compiled through Internet is measurable, attainable, specific, relevant, and timely.

3.  Data collected from support entities (College Board, ACT, etc.) is specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely.

EVALUATE – Specifically and Often

(Identify the best ways to evaluate the implemented recommendations.)

1.  Surveys and questionnaires will be used to obtain data regarding appropriateness of curriculum, instruction, and programs offered.

2.  Interviews and collaborative meetings will promote authentic voice and practical discourse.

3.  Review researched data while seeking new information to enhance or support findings.