Moving Forward 2014 QUALITY PROFILE
“ Orange City School District is a unique school system that provides outstanding programming for children. While we are proud of our high performing, impressive results on the data-driven state report card, it doesn’t really give you a true picture of all the great things that we’re doing on an individual and creative level for all our students. The Quality Profile helps capture the full spectrum of what we offer and gives a truer picture of the value of an Orange Schools education.” – Dr.
Edwin S. Holland
Dear Orange Schools Community, The Orange City School District empowers our students, staff and community to be passionate and innovative global citizens committed to excellence in learning, leading and making a difference. The 2014 Quality Profile captures that commitment through examples of student achievement and learning opportunities that go beyond our successful state assessment results. Academics, the arts, athletics, extracurriculars, student support, community support, and financial information are all shared with you within the Quality Profile to demonstrate the value of an Orange Schools education. In the Quality Profile, you will learn about innovative learning experiences, AP scores, music opportunities, activities, financial ratings, parent support groups, and so much more. Please read through each of the six areas of the Quality Profile and then visit our online version to read more details, view photos, and watch videos! generated at BeQRious.com www.orangeschools.org/QualityProfile.aspx
Sincerely, Dr. Edwin S. Holland Superintendent of Schools
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ACADEMICS By the Numbers › SAT Test Results for the Orange High School Class of 2014 exceeded the state average. Orange scores: • 595 in Critical Reading (555 state avg) • 602 in Math (562 state avg) • 580 in Writing (535 state avg) › ACT Test Results for the OHS Class of 2014 exceeded the state average with a composite score of 24.4 (22 state avg)
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A total of 98% of the Orange High School Class of 2014 matriculated to college
› Ten OHS students were recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation for their exceptional academic promise. They represent some of the most academically talented in the country including 4 Finalists and 6 Commended students › The OHS Class of 2014 college admission highlights included Ivy League, Tech, State, and Liberal Arts institutions, along with many other top-tier colleges and universities › The OHS Guidance Department offers many college placement services including student meetings, parent meetings, essay workshops, help sessions, and e-mail and Twitter alerts › Advanced Placement awards were earned by 143 OHS students: 15 students were named National AP Scholars; 67 students qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award; 27 students qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor Award; 33 students generated at BeQRious.com qualified for the AP Scholar Award; and 1 student received an AP International Diploma
› Using data from the last five years, OHS students consistently performed at a much higher level on Advanced Placement exams than other students across the state and the nation › OHS offers 18 Advanced Placement courses including U.S. History, European History, Macroeconomics, Government, Psychology, English Literature, Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physics 1 & C, Calculus AB & BC, Statistics, Computer Science, Latin, Spanish and French › World Languages Offered: Chinese, French, Latin, and Spanish with the Spanish program beginning in kindergarten
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In 2014, 223 OHS students took 572 Advanced Placement exams with 81% receiving a college credit score of 3, 4 or 5
› 100% of MHS third grade students passed the 2014 Third Grade Reading Guarantee › The Orange City School District and Orange High School were ranked among the best in Northeast Ohio in several publications: • Cleveland Magazine: 4th in the “Rating the Suburbs” issue • Washington Post: 3rd on “America’s Most Challenging High Schools” list • T he Newsweek/The Daily Beast: 5th on “America’s Best High Schools” list
Notable Accomplishments › M oreland Hills School’s annual Family Math Night allows parents and students the opportunity to play some new math games together while reinforcing skills taught in class
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› The Orange High School Mock Trial Team DaVinci finished second in the State Finals. Orange was one of only three high schools from the region to advance a team to States. OHS fielded 10 successful teams in all, including 4 that advanced to regionals › The OHS Model UN Team finished 1st in Cleveland for the 7th consecutive year › The GeniusHour concept of students excelling when researching topics of their choice has been adopted by BMS and MHS. Topics included authoring a book, recording a music video, coding a video game, creating computer animation, and designing a website
› MHS had two internationally-ranked Destination Imagination Teams. Team Hedgehog Factory earned 5th place out of 91 teams from around the world in its second visit to Globals and Team More Tape earned 12th place in its category out of 92 teams › The Brady Middle School Power of the Pen team performed well in the district and regional tournaments bringing home an individual Best-of-the-Best Award and a team trophy › BMS students earned 20 awards in the Greater Cleveland Council of Teachers of Mathematics 7th and 8th grade Math Problem Solving Tournament including 12 Champion Awards, three Trophy Awards and five Special Awards › OHS Flying Circuits Robotics Team finished in the top 3rd at the 13th annual Buckeye Regional FIRST Robotics Competition
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ARTS The Theater › Nearly 70 students were involved in the Orange High School Thespians’ 3-day spring musical production In the Heights › OHS students presented Hear Me Roar, which featured a variety of songs and one-act plays and offered discounted ticket prices with non-perishable food donations which were given to a local women’s shelter › More than 50 Brady Middle School students participated in the school’s spring musical Guys and Dolls in the OHS Auditorium
The Sounds of Music › Orange High School musicians performed for the Kiwanis of Lander Circle › The OHS and BMS Orchestras, Bands and Choirs performed for the community at their winter and spring concerts › The OHS Orchestra and Choir performed the Alma Mater at the 2014 Commencement ceremony › The OHS Marching Band, Choir and Orchestra performed at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida during spring break
the Greater Cleveland Instrumental Solo and Ensemble Contest. Competing in 26 different solo and/or ensemble events, 22 Brady student groups were awarded the highest rating of “Superior” with another 2 receiving the second highest rating of “Excellent” › 80+ students in the 2013-2014 Brady Middle School eighth grade choir made it the largest choir in the director’s 30+ year tenure
› More than 230 OHS students take a music elective including band, choir and/or orchestra
› Music is offered to children in grades K-5 at MHS. In fifth grade, students have the option to choose an instrument and be part of the school band or orchestra
› Nearly 50 Brady Middle School sixth, seventh, and eighth grade band members participated in
› All grades at Moreland Hills School perform a concert each year for family and friends
The Works of Art › Several Orange Schools students were honored in the Cleveland Clinic Explorers Program. Their artwork was on display at the Cleveland State University Gallery in PlayhouseSquare. More than 2000 students from 26 schools entered the competition and only 40 won awards including these Orange students › The OHS Unity and Diversity Club held its annual talent show in the OHS Auditorium. Donations benefited the Alla Bogomolnaya Fund for Colon Cancer Research › An OHS junior was selected as a winner in the Ohio Association for Gifted Children art auction. This is the sixth consecutive year Orange has qualified at least one student for the art auction › OHS seniors involved in the school’s art program had the opportunity to showcase their best work at the week-long Senior Art Fair › Two OHS students in the Excel TECC Visual Art and Design program were awarded Red Ribbons in the 2014 Cleveland Clinic eXpressions program
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› The OHS “Underground” includes opportunities for students in ceramics, painting, drawing, television production, art design and photography › BMS celebrated the arts with its annual program that included the 2014 Flag Design winner along with student artists, musicians, poets, rappers and singers › Students in grades K-5 at MHS explore various forms of art using paint, ceramics and other artistic tools. The art teachers often collaborate with the classroom teachers to design curriculum that enhances art and core subjects › The Orange PTA Reflections 20132014 Awards included 15 first place winners whose entries advanced to the state-level competition. Two music composition entries were recognized at the state level › Through grants from the Orange Foundation and Orange PTAs, generated at BeQRious.com students in grades K-12 experience visits from reknowned authors
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Innovative Programs & Instruction
› An iOS Apps for the iPhone class is offered where OHS students learn to design their own applications
› Students across the District challenged themselves to think outside the box in various intersession opportunities including fourth grade “Outdoor Science,” fifth grade FETCH Finance, and seventh grade “Be the Change”
› Several teachers are utilizing “Flipped Classroom” lessons to improve student learning at Brady Middle School and Orange High School. This is an approach where direct instruction moves from the group learning space to the individual learning space, and the resulting group space is transformed into a dynamic, interactive learning environment where the educator guides students as they apply concepts and engage creatively in the subject matter
› As part of a two-day intersession program, Orange High School students had the opportunity to choose from a wide range of topics designed to promote innovative learning outside the classroom in order to enhance 21st Century learning skills. Some examples include creating sustainable farming, football 101, iOS app development, Habitat for Humanity, and exploring outer space
› More than 2000 pieces of technology have been distributed across the Wi-Fi ready Orange Schools Campus which positions students and teachers for “anytime, anywhere learning”
› Technology enhances authentic learning opportunities through various computing environments, including portable wireless stations (laptops, Chromebooks and iPads), multimedia labs and interactive devices such as white boards, projectors and document cameras › MHS 4th graders had the opportunity to engage in Technology & Science by exploring new, creative ideas about Computer Coding, Science, and Digital Photography, among others › The International Education program has enabled OHS students to visit high schools in Denmark and China and, in turn, host their international peers in a cross-cultural exchange
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Brady Middle School has implemented a 1:1 Chromebook Initiative
STUDENT LEADERSHIP & ACTIVITIES
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› Orange High School Athletics offers 23 sports for students in grades 9-12 › Orange High School Student Athletes Participation Rates: • Fall Sports: 43% • Winter Sports: 21% • Spring Sports: 31% › Brady Middle School Athletics offers 13 sports for students in grades 6-8 › Brady Middle School Student Athletes Participation Rates: • Fall Sports: 35% • Winter Sports: 20% • Spring Sports: 33% › BMS offers 19 extracurricular opportunities for students in grades 6-8 that range from generated at BeQRious.com music to art to science and robotics
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Orange High School offers 32 extracurricular opportunities for students in grades 9-12 that range from academic competition clubs to culture clubs to the performing arts to leadership
› Orange Community Education & Recreation develops, coordinates and staffs year-round enrichment and recreational opportunities and services including programming for preschoolers, youths, teens, and adults, as well as athletic, aquatic and senior adult services
› OHS students strive to develop a culture that is more compassionate, interdependent and empathetic through a program called Actively Caring for People. This movement inspires students to perform intentional acts of kindness as part of their daily routine
› Brady Middle School’s WEB program is a student to student leadership program that stands for “Where Everybody Belongs.” WEB involves 8th graders mentoring 6th graders
› Fifth graders at Moreland Hills School collected more than 250 items in the “Coats for Kids” campaign
› The BMS Student Food Drive brought in more than 1700 nonperishable items in 2013 to help those in need. Brady’s Builders Club delivered the food to the Garfield United Methodist Church pantry
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› The Orange City School District’s effort to provide “Soles4Souls” generated hundreds of pairs of shoes for children in need › The OHS Paws for a Cause student club provided donations to local families in need
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FISCAL STEWARDSHIP Financial Ratings & Awards
Revenues
Total $48,557,924
› Auditor of State Award with Distinction for four consecutive years › Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from Ohio Association of School Business Officials (OASBO)
Other Revenue $767,987 (1.6%) State Property Tax Allocation $5,900,289 (12.2%)
› Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association
Local Tangible Personal Property Taxes $847,113 (1.7%) Unrestricted State Aid $1,515,247 (3.1%) Restricted State Aid $1,977 (0.0%) Advances-In/Return of Advances $1,329,305 (2.7%)
› Orange City School District’s Treasurer received two awards from OASBO: • Northeast Region Distinguished Service Award • Virginia Ramsey Service Award Local Real Estate Taxes $38,196,006 (78.7%)
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For 10 years, the Orange Schools have maintained a rating of AAA from Standard & Poor’s and a rating of Aaa from Moody’s Investors Service. Both ratings are the best given by these nationally recognized financial rating services
Expenditures Total $49,939,643*
Budget Reductions & Cost Savings
Purchased Services $4,514,392 (9.1%)
› Solar panels on the roof of Orange High School collect energy and allow the District to reduce its carbon footprint and its electrical bill
Transfers & Advances* $5,310,000 (10.6%) Materials & Supplies $1,194,104 (2.4%) Other Expenses $905,552 (1.8%)
Employee Benefits $9,895,413 (19.8%)
Capital Outlay $662,198 (1.3%)
› Departmental budgets have shown limited to zero growth over the last 5 years › As a charter member of the 18 school district Suburban Health Consortium, the Orange Schools have been able to contain costs on employee benefits, including a 0% increase in premiums for the current fiscal year through September 30, 2015
Salaries & Wages $27,457,984 (55.0%)
› As a member of the Ohio Schools Council’s Cooperative Purchasing Program, the Orange Schools have been able save money on school bus purchases and other items. Schools in the consortium have realized a savings of 30-40%
* Total expenditures include a $3,300,000 transfer to the District’s permanent improvement fund which is allocated towards FutureVision facility improvements.
› Savings were seen in transportation by examining bus routes which led to the reduction in the number of buses needed and improved efficiency of the routes
Academic and social mentoring opportunities are available across the District including peer-to-peer, high school student-to-younger student and adult-to-student
› The percentage of students identified as Gifted in various categories in the 2013-2014 school year: 35% › The percentage of students who received Special Education services in 2013-2014: 14% › A total of 22 students are a part of the English as a Second Language program
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STUDENT SERVICES
› The Orange City School District provides academic interventions for students of all needs: for example, math and reading intervention at Moreland Hills School or inclusion services at Orange High School › Number sense based games are used in conjunction with Math Add+Vantage at MHS for both intervention and to challenge/enrich students
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› Sixteen licensed therapists assist students throughout the District, including 5 speech language pathologists, 4 psychologists, 3 occupational therapists, 3 registered nurses and 1 physical therapist › Seven school guidance counselors assist students throughout the District, including two each at the elementary andgenerated middle at BeQRious.com schools, and three at the high school
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PARENT & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT › The Orange PTAs provided support for numerous programs for both students and parents, including Hidden in Plain Sight, Robbie’s Voice,What Makes You Tic?, Raising Resilient Kids, and Internet safety › Educational Grants were provided by the Orange PTAs for special programs, equipment and continuing education scholarships. The PTAs also gave out scholarships to graduating seniors based on community service
› The Elementary PTA supported Extreme Science for grades K-2, MHS Olympics and Unity Day at MHS as well as Challenge Day, Domiano’s Great Race, Veterans Day Breakfast, Science Fair, Spelling Bee and the Brady Bash at BMS › The Orange Patronaires supported the Band, Choir, Orchestra, and the theater arts programs through funds for scholarships, equipment, instruments, music, uniforms, performance attire, stage productions, concert receptions, and much more
› The Elementary PTA provided community support for Mittens and Toiletry Drive, Food Drive, and the Orange Area Service Committee › Brady Middle School 7th graders hosted their annual Veterans Day Appreciation Breakfast where students honor U.S. Military men and women › The Orange Schools maintain a cooperative relationship with local municipalities and safety forces. In a proactive approach, Pepper Pike Police Officer Todd Bennett serves as our School Resource Officer
The OHS PTA donated start-up funds to various student clubs and activities, ranging from Academic Challenge to Unity in Diversity
› The Orange Schools Foundation endowed 24 funds, multiple scholarships and numerous grants for supplemental enrichment programs, as well as other academic, social and artistic pursuits, including 8th grade Dancing Classrooms, AC4P, Freedom Pens and One Book-One Community › The Orange Schools Foundation teamed up with the Elementary PTA for the purchase and installation of the Traverse Rock Wall in Moreland Hills School Gym. The Elementary PTA also raised funds for a variety of needs including playground equipment at MHS, white boards at Brady Middle School and much more › OHS PTA volunteers sold tickets, staffed the Senior Project Committee, manned concession stands, and supported activities such as the 13-Year Club, After Prom, Winter Formal, and Senior Awards Night › The Orange PTAs co-sponsored evening meetings on Next Generation Learning, generated at BeQRious.com the State of the District, and Sexting, Cyberbullying and Social Networking
Orange Schools students, staff and families have contributed both volunteer hours and donations to the Orange Area Service Committee to make a difference in the lives of Orange families in need › The Orange Lions Athletic Booster Club provides monetary support to Athletic and scholastic programs throughout the Orange School District through fundraising › The Holiday Wish List Program collected gifts and food to help 29 families in the Orange City School District that were in need. Beech Brook and Orange social workers partnered with the Orange PTAs and Orange Area Service Committee to make this happen › The Orange Alumni Association maintains an active database of nearly 7000 alumni. It organizes all Hall of Fame Awards including the fall 2013 induction of 11 new members, hosts the All-Class Reunion at Homecoming each year and gives yearly scholarships to graduates who are sons or daughters of OHS Alumni
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› The Orange Schools have developed partnerships and collaboration opportunities with area businesses such as University Hospitals, Heinen’s Grocery Store, NASA Glenn Research Center, Eton Chagrin, Paladar, Porsche of Beachwood, Landerwood Plaza, Waterway Carwash, Firehouse Subs, Romano & Sons Nursery, Barnes & Noble, and many others › Six OHS seniors were honored by the Kiwanis Club of Lander Circle for their achievements in school and the community. The Club also supports various school and community projects including the OHS Key Club and the BMS Builders Club › In order to gain input from the community, the Orange City School District held presentations and community dialogues regarding its FutureVision Facilities Master Plan
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Our Vision 2014 Board of Education (Left to right) Jennifer Cohen, President Dagmar Fellowes, Jeffrey Leikin, Melanie Weltman, Vice President Angela Wilkes
The Orange School District will empower our students, staff and community to be passionate and innovative global citizens committed to excellence in learning, leading and making a difference.