2009-2010 Self-Study WASC Action Plan - Julian Charter School

PROGRESS REPORT
In the spring of 2004, JCS underwent its first WASC review. At that
time, the eight critical areas for improvement noted by the visiting
committee became part of the schoolwide action plan. The action
plan developed in 2003 continued to be the blueprint for school
improvement through our 2007 mid-term review. Thereafter,
annually, as progress on critical areas for improvement was realized
and/or circumstances changed such as the adoption of new ESLRs,
the action plan was revised to reflect current needs and vision.
Work was accomplished in strategic planning sessions, in departmental
meetings, and under the direction of the advisory council.
In most of the critical areas for improvement, annual updates
included a slight refocusing of goals, strategies, and timelines with
the objectives remaining quite consistent. However, the technology
action plan underwent several major revisions, and is therefore
handled differently in the ensuing progress report.
TECHNOLOGY
Action Plan #1 (2006-2009): Coordinate and implement a technology
infrastructure that enhances student learning and ties
various program elements into one cohesive package.
Action Plan #7 (2006-2009): Increase the technology skills and
learning environment of JCS students through increased availability
of computers; technologically-prepared teachers; technology-enriched
classes; computer software, hardware, and
application classes; and graduation requirements.
The school has made tremendous strides in the use of technology
to enhance teaching and learning since the last self-study. Milestones
from the mid-term review to present include:
• Transitioned from DOS Student Information System (SIS)
accessible only to the main office personnel to a web-based
system available to all stakeholders 24/7 (SP SIS).
• Created a lead technology teacher and a technology
curriculum team lead to mentor teachers, build capacity,
and model the integration of 21st century skills into systems
of learning.
Chapter 3: Progress Report
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