Curriculum Coordinator Handbook 2011 – 2012
St. Joseph School District: Educating Each Child for Success
Published by the Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department
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Table of Contents Table of Contents .............................................................................................................3 Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department Directors ....................................5 2011-12 Board of Education C, I, & A Committee .........................................................6 Curriculum Council Members .........................................................................................6 Curriculum Coordinator Job Description.........................................................................7 2011-12 Curriculum Council Meeting Schedule .............................................................8 Curriculum Revision/Textbook Adoption Schedule........................................................9 Curriculum Revision/Approval Process ..........................................................................11 Board CIA Committee Initial Questions..........................................................................12 Board CIA Committee Presentation Requirements .........................................................13 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................14
Appendices SJSD Online Curriculum Checklist .................................................................................17 Item of Information ..........................................................................................................18 Item for Consideration .....................................................................................................19 Budget Request Form ......................................................................................................20 Department Improvement Plan ........................................................................................21 Title II Request Form (Eisenhower Form).......................................................................25 Title II Evaluation Form ..................................................................................................27
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Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Department Associate Superintendent and Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Cheri Patterson
Assistant Directors of Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment Elementary Education Secondary Education
Brian Shindorf
Dr. Jaime Dial
Assessment and Program Evaluation, K-12
Dr. Laura Nelson
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2011-12 Board of Education Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Committee Chairman
Diane Watson Committee Members
Dan Colgan
Brad Haggard
Curriculum Council Members Business/Marketing Communication Arts Early Childhood Elementary ESOL Family and Consumer Science Fine Arts K-6 Fine Arts 7-12 Foreign Language Gifted & Talented Guidance and Counseling Health/Physical Education K-6 Health/Physical Education 7-12 Industrial Technology Mathematics RTI Coordinator Science Social Studies
David Jordan Tori Grable Tammy Flowers Shelley Nordquist Gena Villegas Tracy Allen Darren Verbick Kevin Griffin Kendra Nelson Cindy Crouse Janet Moody Mike Buckler Ryan Stobaugh Angela Dorsey Kerry Harvey Jay Meyers Robert Nash 6
Curriculum Coordinator Job Description Job Goal: To help teachers translate curriculum and assessment goals and objectives into meaningful learning experiences for each individual student in the district.
Performance Responsibilities: Curriculum and Assessment Facilitate the development and design and implementation of curriculum, instruction, and assessment ensuring the alignment to national/state standards Be fiscally responsible, including being involved in budget decisions, ordering materials, and inventory control Evaluate content area curriculum using all available forms of data Facilitate the development, design, and use of assessments as well as use the analysis of results to drive instruction in the classroom. Collaboration and communication with stakeholders Collaborate and communicate with building staff and district administrators Collaborate and communicate with other coordinators during and outside Curriculum Advisory Team meetings Assist district and building administrators in recruitment of qualified staff Represent the content area with the Board of Education Promote advocacy for department throughout community Oversee student activities Professional Development Direct, develop, and design meaningful on-going professional development in their content area Attend content area workshops, conferences, meetings as a representative of the SJSD and in order to stay abreast of new developments in their content area. Participate in SJSD training related to the position of coordinator In addition to these duties, the job of the coordinator may also include other duties as assigned by the Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Division and may fall outside of the contract day.
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Curriculum Council Meeting Schedule 2011 - 2012 Date
Location
Time
September 28
BOE Conference Room
1:30-3:30
October 26
Webster PD Room
1:30-3:30
November 21
Webster PD Room
1:30-3:30
December 5
Webster PD Room
1:30-3:30
January 25
Webster PD Room
1:30-3:30
February 14
Webster PD Room
1:30-3:30
March 21
Webster PD Room
1:30-3:30
April 11
Webster PD Room
1:30-3:30
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Curriculum Revision/Textbook Adoption Schedule Course/texts/resources
Year
Last Adoption
2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2011-12
2003-04 2004-05 2004-05 2004 2005-06
2012-13 2012-13
2005-06 2004-05
K-12 Science Gifted K-12 Add'l texts re class enrollments
2013-14 2013-14
2005-06 2005-06
Social Studies K-12 Foreign Language 7-12 K-12 Art Add'l texts re class enrollments
2014-15 2014-15 2014-15
2006-07 2006-07 2006-07
Social Studies K-12 CA K-12 (including journalism) Add'l texts re class enrollments
2015-16 2015-16
2006-07 2008-09
CA K-12 Family Foods/Nutrition World Foods Computer Apps II Child Adult Teen Child Development Cadet Training Career Pathways Business Law Business Math Oral Interpretation Comp. Drama Debate & Speech MS Speech Theater Stagecraft Metals I & II Woodworking I & II Video Sp Production Personal Finance Consumerism Accounting I & II Add'l texts re class enrollments
2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17 2016-17
2008-09 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08
K-12 Health K-12 Music K-12 Mathematics PE K-12 ACT Prep Add'l texts re class enrollments Freeze on Textbook Purchasing K-12 Science K-12 Mathematics Add'l texts re class enrollments
Technology and Support Materials
writing curriculum
writing curriculum
writing curriculum
writing curriculum
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Curriculum Revision/Textbook Adoption Schedule (Continued) Course/texts/resources
Year
Last Adoption
International Business
2017-18
2008-09
Computer Apps & Keyboarding
2017-18
2006-07
Web Design
2017-18
2008-09
E-Business
2017-18
2008-09
Family Living
2017-18
2008-09
Career & Family Leadership
2017-18
2008-09
Fashion & Fabrics I & II
2017-18
2006-07
Digital Communications
2017-18
2008-09
Marketing I & II
2017-18
2008-09
Marketing Internship I & II
2017-18
2008-09
Housing & Interior Design
2017-18
2008-09
Home Maintenance
2017-18
2008-09
Power Mechanics
2017-18
2008-09
Audio-Video Editing
2017-18
2008-09
Guidance & Counseling
2017-18
2009-10
K-12 Mathematics
2018-19
2011-12
Preschool
2018-19
2010-11
2019-20 2019-20 2019-20 2019-20 2019-20
2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2011-12 2011-12
Technology andSupport Materials
Add'l texts re class enrollments writing curriculum
Add'l texts re class enrollments K-12 Health K-12 Music K-12 Mathematics PE K-12 ACT Prep Add'l texts re class enrollments
2020-21
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Curriculum Revision/Textbook Adoption Schedule Curriculum Revision/Approval Process WHO INITIATES Teachers, State Mandate, Students, Parents Advisory Committee, Board of Education, Coordinating Board of Higher Education, Community Advisory Council, Administration, Coordinators
CURRICULUM, INSTRUCTION, AND ASSESSMENT DIVISION (Director of CIA, Assistant Directors of Elementary and Secondary Education, Curriculum Coordinator) RESEARCH (Course Initiator and Curriculum Coordinator) Results from Data Consult and Needs Assessment, Rationale, Projected Population, Support from other groups, Value to students, Required/Elective, Cost (curriculum development, personnel, materials, etc.), Effect on other disciplines, Supportive research or information, Impact on College/Tech Bound
REVIEW OF PROPOSAL Curriculum Coordinator to Departmental Staff Feasibility, Staffing, Finance, Schedules, Facilities Visit with Board C, I, and A Committee
PRESENTATION TO CURRICULUM COUNCIL Curriculum Coordinator presents Item of Information Council votes on proposal if new course
IF APPROVED Coordinator forms Writing Team to produce online guide
Curriculum Guide and Textbook selection proceeds through design process to achieve BOE approval
Resource orders due to CIA office
NOT APPROVED Proposal can be appealed to CIA Division
When completed: CAT Assigned Curriculum Guide and Textbook Selection proceeds to CATďƒ Board CIA
IF APPROVED Curriculum and Textbook selection moves to full BOE for approval Item for Consideration to BOE Secretary 11
Board Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Committee Initial Curriculum Writing Questions Coordinator addressed questions: 1.
What course is being revised?
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Why is the course being revised?
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What is unique about this course?
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Why would a student want to take this course?
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What is the philosophy of the department?
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How will the curriculum team be assembled?
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How will technology be integrated within the course?
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How will the course align with local, state, and national standards?
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What types of activities and resources are necessary for full implementation of the course?
Board addressed questions: 1.
What do you see as important to the revision of this course?
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How do you see students being actively involved in this course?
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What should be the appeal of this course to upper level students?
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How should this course engage lower level students?
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How do you see this course preparing our students to be productive members of the community?
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How does the board see the role of this course preparing students for life after k-12 schooling?
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How do you believe the community will respond to this course?
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What do you believe should be the role of technology with this course?
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What types of post secondary career opportunities are available in our area relative to this course?
10. How do you see this course meeting the needs of diverse background students? 12
Board Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Committee Presentation Requirements
The Board Members Want to Know‌ 1. How is the new curriculum different from the one in place? 2. Name the WOW of the new curriculum. 3. Why would anyone want to take this course? (If an elective) 4. If the course was not required, why would someone want to take it?
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Frequently Asked Questions Q.
In what format must a curriculum guide be written?
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There is an Excel template which must be used when writing curriculum. Please contact Rusty Schneeflock to secure the electronic template.
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What if I have items that don’t fit the Excel parameters?
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Any attachments that you might wish to add to your curriculum guide must be in PDF format. Links can be established for some items, ie. PowerPoint presentations or web addresses. Please contact TMC for additional information.
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I have specific hardware and software purchases I want to make that will enhance my new curriculum. What should I do?
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All hardware and software purchases must first go through Rusty Schneeflock, who will review all materials to ensure it is compatible with district hardware/software. He will then contact the C, I, and A Division for their approval before proceeding to Rick Hartigan for budget consideration. The Technology Budget is determined before January 1, so all hardware/software needs must be communicated with Rusty well in advance of this date.
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When do I submit my budget requests for the next year?
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All budget requests are due to the C, I, and A Division by March 1. Forms are in this handbook as well as electronically by request (Rhonda Hoselton).
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Appendices
SJSD On-line Curriculum Checklist ..................................................................................17 Used to insure all components are included in the curricula
Item of Information .............................................................................................................18 Used to introduce projected curricula adoption to Curriculum Council
Item for Consideration ........................................................................................................19 Used to recommend curricula adoption to Board of Education
Budget Request Form ..........................................................................................................20 Used to request funds from Curriculum Department – due by March 1 each year
Department Improvement Plan Form ...............................................................................21 Used to coordinate professional development and plan of work – due by April 1
Title II Request Form ..........................................................................................................24 Used to request Title funds from Curriculum Department for professional development
Title II Evaluation Form .....................................................................................................26 To be turned in to Curriculum Department after professional development completed
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SJSD Online Curriculum Checklist ( X - Check When Complete ) Course:
*Website Location
Coordinator Approval
Reviewer Approval
Comments
A. General 1. Executive Summary 2. Subject Area Goals for Graduates 3. Courses Offered K-12 (list or flowchart) 4. Philosophy/Rationale
Attachment 1
5. Writing Team with Community / Student 6. Implementation Plan B. Course Specific 1. Course Description 2. Prerequisites 3. Course Text Resources 4. SOS (Scope on Sequence / Curriculum Map) 5. Cross Referencing Chart to Show-Me Standards 6. State / National Standards
SOS Attachment Attachment 2 Attachment 3
7. As needed
Attachment 4
8. As needed
Attachment 5
C. Curriculum Design 1. Measureable Objectives 2. Activities (Differentiated Instructional Strategies) 3. Assessments (Variety including Performance-Based and DOK) 4. Internal Alignment (Objectiveďƒ Activityďƒ Assessment) 5. Activities show Grade-Level Articulation D. References to Equity, Career Ed., Technology 1. Gender Fairness 2. Disabilities Fairness 3. Ethnicity 4. Technology 5. Career Education/Workplace Readiness E. Other Details 1. Curriculum Approval Page 2. Revision Date
The components of this curriculum ARE / ARE NOT complete for CAT approval. Date: _________________________ Reviewer:________________________________ This curriculum is approved for final publication. (Signed by Coordinator and Director.) Content Coordinator: _____________________________ Date:__________________________ Curriculum Director: _____________________________
Date:_________________________
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BOE C, I, A Committee Chair:______________________ Date:_________________________ 17
Board of Education Item of Information Topic:
Background Information:
Administrative Recommendation:
Contact Person:
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Board of Education Item for Consideration Topic:
Background Information:
Fiscal Note:
Administrative Recommendation:
Instructional Impact:
Contact Persons:
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Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment Budget Requests 2011-2012 Discipline
Level
Description
Code
Ranking
Cost
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Departmental Improvement Plan – Part A Overview Director ________________________
Department
Leader
Date
Describe the primary focus of the department’s improvement efforts for the current school year.
Describe the primary focus of the department’s improvement efforts for the upcoming school year.
Describe parent involvement if applicable.
Describe recruitment and retention of high quality staff if applicable.
Describe impact of your department on student achievement.
Please attach an organizational flowchart of your department’s governance structure used to write the Departmental Improvement Plan.
No.
DIP Measurable Objectives One should impact student achievement
MSIP Standard Correlation
Number(s) of BOE Goal/Strategy
I
II III
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SAMPLE Departmental Improvement Plan – Part B Objectives – Strategies – Action Steps – PD Plan
Department:
Health Services
Updated for school year:
MSIP Standard Number(s) Correlation of BOE Goals No.
No.
DIP Objective (One objective per page.) Health services will maintain a priority for the nutritional and physical health of children (found on page 6 of CSIP booklet).
Funding Source
Departmental Strategies
8.12 (Found in MSIP 4th Cycle Manual)
1.4.5 (Found in CSIP Booklet p. 6)
Person Responsible
Date to Implement
Date to Complete
Person Responsible
Date to Implement
Date to Complete
Chosen by the department to meet the objective.
Action Steps Action Steps to Implement Strategy:
Action Step #
Funding Source
Chosen by the department to meet the strategy.
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Professional Development Plan PD Activities to Accomplish Strategies & Action Steps Date
Name of Activity
Description
Budget Projection & Funding Source
PD Implementation Evaluation
If applicable to implement DIP
Leader’s Comments:
Director’s Signature: ______________________ Leader’s Signature: _________________________
Submitted to Superintendent’s Council: ________________________ Deadline April 1, 2011
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Title II Request Form Eisenhower Form
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Evaluation for Title II Funds
School:
Please complete the evaluation form for each activity completed through Title II and return to the Curriculum Department as soon as possible to complete the grants for this year.
Number of Activity Type (please refer to the activity number on the right hand corner of your original application.) Activity #
Was this a building or district level activity:
Core subject areas:
Number of public participants:
Number of non-public participants:
By what specific measurable objective was this activity this evaluated?
Results:
Total number of participants for this activity: Estimated number of students affected:
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