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HomeMy WebLinkAboutQF Conference Presentation 06-07-10TCSA Quality Framework: Member Built, Custom Built Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework What is it? • Is NOT a separate accountability measure for members to navigate • Articulate common definition of quality for members and movement at large • Comprised of 10 interdependent systems that work together to achieve operational excellence and academic quality • Progress Evaluation is an internal, multi-year process • Proactively address growth opportunities before they become accountability issues • Backed by support from TCSA so schools improve Assessment Peer Review Tools & Resources Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Role in TCSA Core Mission • Fosters continuous improvement for individual members and collective movement • Leverage power of association to provide access to world class solutions • Created by members for the members; not something done to the members • Framework and process instill policymakers with confidence in TCSA and movement • Quality results and progress can help improve public perception of charters Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Participants in Development Process Committee Selection Approach - Inclusion and Balanced Representation • Size: small schools and large CMO’s • Focus: specialized mission, college prep, credit recovery, RTC’s/JJAEP/JDC • Geography: charters from across Texas Consultant Team Selection Approach - Systems and Educational Expertise Laura Longmire: Public education and business systems quality expert facilitating organizational excellence and award winning performance. Telca K. Porras: Expert on Texas charter movement history, statewide policy environment and accountability (including AEA) Dr. Sean Haley: National school reform and leadership expert, former Texas charter school leader/developer. Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Research Inputs Business Best Practice Models Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence Texas Award for Performance Excellence etc. National Research NAPCS BCSQ ValEd Wallace Foundation Edvance Iowa Leadership OLAC etc. States and District Models California Colorado New York Michigan Florida Arizona etc. Texas Quality Framework Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Research and Development Process IPSI/Consultant Team Research Dynamic committee meetings to generate ideas Development of materials based on meetings Pre-vetted by Self Selected Teams Modification Based on Feedback Work Brought to Full QF Committee for Feedback Final Modifications Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Components System Standard Element Indicator System—an independent, integrated sub-system of a school that functions to provide services, processes and tools for the success of the school Standard—the articulated strategic objective of a system’s elements. The standard defines the level of quality for the system Element—one part of a sub-system that provides a necessary function for system success Indicator—the processes, methods, tools that enable the quality standard to be achieved Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework System Elements Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Standards Student Success Quality Standard: An effective Texas public charter school develops and implements a strategic plan for student success that is aligned and linked to the organization’s mission and vision. Academic Achievement and Growth Achievement on state standards test * Achievement on norm referenced or criterion reference tests other than state test Longitudinal growth Value-added measure * Courses or course components passed Literacy level growth (reading and writing) Systematic approach for communicating high expectations for all students * Optional or altered based on charter type Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Standards Mission and Vision Quality Standard: An effective Texas public charter school has clear, documented, and shared mission, vision, and values statements that shape the decisions and actions of the organization. Core Purpose Organization is mission driven •The school or organization has a finalized mission statement, or is in the process of developing one. (EE) •Stakeholders can identify the school’s mission statement. (EE) •The mission statement was/is developed with stakeholder input. (E) •The mission statement is publicly posted and featured in all communications pieces and correspondence and other collateral material. (E) •Stakeholders can articulate school mission. (HE) •Decision making processes are documented as aligned to mission. (HE) •The school or organization regularly reviews and updates the mission statement with stakeholder input. (M) •The organization’s mission is observable in practice. (M) Quantitative measure: Percent of stakeholders who can articulate the shared mission statement. 0-30% (EE), 31-50% (E), 51-80% (HE), > 80% (M) EE: early effective, E: effective, HE: highly effective, M: model Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Standards Mission and Vision Quality Standard: An effective Texas public charter school has clear, documented, and shared mission, vision, and values statements that shape the decisions and actions of the organization. INDICATOR NOT EVIDENT EARLY EFFECTIVE EFFECTIVE HIGHLY EFFECTIVE MODEL Organization is mission-driven NO EVIDENCE of any level of effectiveness. For example, “No mission statement.” •The school or organization has a finalized mission statement, or is in the process of developing one. •Stakeholders can identify the school’s mission statement. •The mission statement was/is developed with stakeholder input. •The mission statement is publicly posted and featured in appropriate communications pieces and correspondence and other collateral material. •Stakeholders can articulate school mission. •Decision making processes are documented as aligned to mission. •The organization’s mission is observable in practice. •The school or organization regularly reviews and updates the mission statement with stakeholder input. Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Standards Mission and Vision Quality Standard: An effective Texas public charter school has clear, documented, and shared mission, vision, and values statements that shape the decisions and actions of the organization. Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework “Custom Built” Features Residential Treatment Center Charters • Population is court-appointed/placed • Processes and guidelines dependent on type of placement • Some indicators do not apply to RTCs while others apply only to RTCs Alternative Education Campuses and Charters • More than great majority of population meets “at-risk” definition • Student success includes: •Academic achievement within school year •Growth beyond academic measures • Indicators added to show successes not currently captured Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework “Custom Built” Features Grade Levels Served – Elementary School Campuses • Applicable indicators clarified • Elementary-specific indicators • All indicators that could be secondary are optional for elementary Mission-Focused • College preparatory with college-ready focus indicators • Alternative education with career-ready focus • All indicators developed for specific mission are optional for others • All indicators aligned to mission Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework “Custom Built” RTC Indicators Residential Treatment Center Indicators and Considerations • RTC -influenced – Intake processes, safety and security • Not required – Norm or achievement tests, SAT, ACT • Not required – Reenrollment rate (recidivism rates for RTC) • Not required – Leadership, community service • If “not required”, always optional Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework “Custom Built” AE Indicators Alternative Education Campus Indicators and Considerations • Dropouts Recovered • Completion Rate II and 4-year plus Graduates • Course Component Completion / Progress • Career Awareness • Operational indicators required •If “not required”, always optional Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework “Custom Built” College Prep Indicators College Preparatory Focused Indicators • Commended Rates for TAKS • College Readiness Indicators • AP, IB, Dual Credit • College Awareness Programs Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework “Custom Built” Elementary Campus Indicators Elementary Campus Considerations • Elementary specific - Advancement, not just graduation • College and career awareness for elementary and middle • Social and emotional learning / whole child • If “not required”, always optional Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Process Member completes QF assessment TCSA and member work to prioritize development opportunities TCSA coordinates staff, consultants, topical experts and peers to visit member Team consolidates opinion, advice, and recommendation Member determines what tools, resources, and solutions to implement Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Implementation Next Steps 1.Complete finalization of the framework and the accompanying review process 2.Committee members and ~10 other charters piloting the assessment process •Ensure high support pilot experience for all members •Begin to identify first round of possible tools and resources 3.Develop online, automated tool for charters to access Quality Framework 4.Continue to attract funding for technology development, review process, and on going technical assistance Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Vision Going Forward Develop robust set of tools and resources for members • Automated data collection capability for externally reported results • Pool of experts available for subject matter advice and support • World class best practice examples and templates • Private, secure online portal for assessment and resources Quality Framework key to overall goals of TCSA • Self-motivated continuous improvement impresses policy makers • Common opportunities help define services offered by association • Collectively transparent; individually confidential to maximize impact Copyright, Texas Charter Schools Association 2010 Quality Framework Charter Leader Perspective Quality Framework Committee and Volunteer Panelists • Nancy Grayson, Rapoport Academy, Waco • Jeff Flores, HFA Alameda School for Art + Design, San Antonio • Cheryl Washington, Shekinah Radiance, Converse • Vicki Dunn, Girls’ and Boys’ Preparatory Academy, Houston • Bruce Rockstroh, J.H. Wood Charter Schools, San Antonio (RTC/JJAEP) • Gwyn Boyter, UT University Charter Schools, Austin (RTC/Other Mission) • Chuck Cook, Responsive Education Solutions, Lewisville (Alternative Ed) • Joe Gonzales, Austin Can Academy, Austin (Alternative Ed) Panelist Perspectives • Process of development and/or pilot • Immediate impact on school through participation • Importance of Quality Framework to the movement