Phase+I

===**__ First Impression __****// : //** What was the experience like the first time you walked into the school? Who greeted you? Was it clean? Welcoming? Write a short narrative description of the first visit and your first impressions. === // Walking in the front office I was greeted by both Ms. Whitley and Ms. Marshburn, our front office staff members. I continued to feel the same warm welcome with the custodial staff, led by Ms. Snodgrass, who stated, “We are family out here!” and the guidance staff, where my new office was located. There was a new layout of the administrative offices, which I will get you later. Although the facilities are much older than some of the other schools in the district, the school appears to have been well maintained. //


 * __ Facilities __** :

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// One of the most interesting moments thus far was at freshman orientation. During this event, parents were walking around with their children finding their new classrooms and other key areas like the library and guidance office. One parent asked his son, “Do you know where the cafeteria is?” His son responded by shaking his head and the parent cheerfully took his freshman around the corner to view the fine dining area. The reason why this is so interesting is because of the history the community has around this school. Many of the parents who are bringing their children to our school have also graduated from this school as well. //


 * __ Student Population __** : Demographics: Obtain or create visual snapshots of the school's student population.



// Our school has been faced with personnel and financial cuts across the “budgetary board.” Some budgets have been cut by over 50%. Our band program was cut over 70%. Regardless of all of these reductions, our students’ size has increased. Based on this data, our staff is encouraged more and more to implement a “paperless” mentality. We plan to share many different resources with the staff in order to help accomplish this mission. //
 * __ Financial __** : Obtain a copy of both last year's and current budget. Briefly analyze the use of resources. What trends do you notice?




 * __ School Curriculum __** : Obtain information on the school's curriculum. What courses are taught? Specials/Electives? What type of school schedule?





[|**http://accrpt.ncpublicschools.org/app/2012/disag/**] [|**http://www.ncreportcards.org/src/schDetails.jsp?pSchCode=364&pLEACode=640&pYear=2010-2011**] [|**http://www.ncreportcards.org/src/schDetails.jsp?pYear=2009-2010&pLEACode=640&pSchCode=364**] [|**http://www.ncreportcards.org/src/schDetails.jsp?pYear=2008-2009&pLEACode=640&pSchCode=364**]
 * __ Achievement __** : What is the student data/achievement? Obtain copies of the school's report cards for the last 3 years, and any other items that would inform you about student achievement.



[|**http://www.ncteachingconditions.org/reports/summarycomp.php?siteID=640-364**]
 * __ Culture __** : Teacher Working Conditions Survey (MANDATORY: You must get copies of the TWC for last 3 years). If possible, get (or create) a list of awards/celebrations for the school. Also, gather information on student discipline/incident reports.


 * **__ School Year __** || **__ Number of Office Referrals __** ||
 * ** 2011-12 ** || ** 1239 ** ||
 * ** 2012-13 ** || ** 1137 ** ||


 * __ Calendar __** : Obtain a copy of the school calendar, daily schedule (for students and faculty - start time, periods, lunches, etc.), regularly scheduled meetings, etc.…


 * __ School Web Site/Communication __** : Please complete the following check-list. Afterward, provide a **__brief__** written analysis of the schools website, both strengths and areas of weakness.
 * **Component** ||  ** + **  ||  ** - **  ||  ** Delta **  ||
 * Webpage highlights students ||  ||  X  || There are some pictures of students; however, the webpages are very informative rather than student-centered. ||
 * Links to school calendar || X  ||   ||   ||
 * School vision/mission statement on the web page || X  ||   ||   ||
 * School contact information (including principal, nurse, guidance counselor, teacher e-mail) || X  ||   ||   ||
 * Information about Common Core ||  ||  X  || This information is on the District Website but not the school’s webpage. ||
 * Student Handbook || X  ||   || And it can be downloaded under Student Life heading. ||
 * Current School Improvement Plan included || X  ||   ||   ||
 * Link to School Activities || X  ||   || Some Activities are posted on the calendar, but the student group websites have recently been taken down. ||
 * List of School/Student Awards ||  ||  X  ||   ||
 * Parent friendly ||  ||  X  || There is a parent heading link, but only has information about driver’s education and a few standardized tests. ||
 * Brochures or newsletters ||  ||  X  ||   ||
 * Letter from Principal(s) || X  ||   || On main page and can be downloaded ||

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