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2002-2003 Annual Report
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Principal's Message
Dear Parents, Meadow Brook Intermediate is the home for the district's fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students. This facility has a current enrollment of 264 students. The College Place School District serves a mobile and ethnically diverse population of students. Meadow Brook Intermediate is no exception. Our building mission statement, taken from the Meadow Brook Parent Handbook, speaks to our commitment to educate all children, regardless of mobility, native language, or ethnic origin. Meadow Brook hosted informational meetings for parents again this year. In September parents and students enjoyed cocoa and cookies, learned about Accelerated Reader, and purchased books at the School Book Fair. September was also a time of reflecting on Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) scores and parents of all students were invited to participate in an evening of sharing with a question and answer time. All certificated instructional staff were provided time to concentrate on curriculum and instruction during Washington State's Learning Improvement Days (LID) in August and January. There were also three days set aside for School Improvement Planning (SIP) in September, November, and April. Staff learned about new ESEA requirements, Nine Characteristics of Highly Effective Schools, the School Improvement Process, and reviewed/analyzed assessment data from ITBS and WASL. A School Improvement Team was established and met regularly during the year. An action plan was developed incorporating activities for teachers and educational assistants to improve student learning. Training on best reading practices, math curriculum strategies, writing in all content areas, and consistent instruction of vocabulary for reading, writing, and spelling is planned. There is a large focus on assessment with new tools to be implemented in 2003-2004 providing staff, students, and parents with ongoing data to drive instruction. The School Improvement Planning process aligns with the School Wide application process. Staff members were sent to investigate the Title 1 School Wide Program. Staff members visited different School Wide schools, attended a School Wide Conference, and received information from presenters at school meetings. Meadow Brook is preparing a plan to become a School Wide Title 1 School implementing a collaborative, mentoring model to assist teachers with best practices in Reading and Math. The No Limit Grant involved two teachers from Meadow Brook developing best practices in mathematics instruction. New hands-on approaches to developing processes in mathematics were included in these teachers professional development. These teachers used the integration of technology to build math mastery. Initiative 728 provided funds for:
Meadow Brook students benefited from the Washington State Reading Corps Grant funds providing AmeriCorps personnel and reading materials. Members of the community volunteered time in a reading-tutoring program assisting a child once or twice a week for 30-45 minutes. This extra assistance enabled some students to receive help unavailable from any other program. This personal contact improved students' reading skills, facilitated positive student self-esteem, and was rewarding for community members. Learning Funtastics, in February, provided interactive learning opportunities for 4th grade students exploring learning centers with a five senses theme, 5th grade students learning about what makes hot air balloons fly, and 6th grade students dissecting sheep eyeballs. All were interactive hands-on sessions with parent participation offered. The Accelerated Reader Program continues to provide students with supplemental reading at their individual level. This program allows students to self-select books at their color coded reading level, read independently, and test comprehension on a computerized format. Goals are set and students strive to gain points for rewards both extrinsic and intrinsic. "Homework Club", an after-school tutoring program, was again active at Meadow Brook. Students attend on Tuesday-Thursday from 3:00-4:00 PM. Students were referred to homework club by parents and teachers to this program. Students received assistance provided by volunteer tutors from the AmeriCorps Program, America Reads Program, and community. Students also benefited from the Gear Up Grant for grades 6, 7, & 8. Sixth grade students were provided tutoring assistance with curriculum, activities after school at Sager, and information to seek higher education as a goal for the future. Students enjoyed assemblies for extra-curricular sports, Accelerated Reader, musical events, and a History presentation. Meadow Brook hosted the College Place School District PTA Talent Show. Students shared their talents in an evening of music and entertainment. During the school year of 2003-2004, Meadow Brook Intermediate will have the assistance of a School Improvement Facilitator as we work on the School Improvement Process (SIP). Meadow Brook staff and parents continue to focus on student learning with involvement in a School Improvement Assistance Program provided by a grant from OSPI. New teaching strategies will be implemented, monitored, and adjusted to improve the learning for students at Meadow Brook. If, you, as a parent or community member would like to serve on a school team next year, contact the Meadow Brook office at 522-3265. Carol Garbe,
Meadow Brook Principal Meadow Brook Mission Statement
Building Staff
Learning Funtastics Students enjoyed a special day of learning in February. Activities included 4th graders exploring learning centers with a five senses theme, 5th grades students learning about what makes hot air balloons fly, and 6th graders dissecting sheep eyeballs. All were interactive hands-on sessions with parent participation opportunities. Student Data 2002-2003
Assessment Procedures A variety of assessment tools are used to measure student learning in the College Place Schools. One of these is the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS), which was given in English only, to all 3rd and 6th grade students this spring. These tests are administered in English to more than 25% of students who are non-native English speakers. ITBS is used in part to determine student eligibility for special needs instructional programs as well as a measure of an "individual" child's progress in school. This test and the Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL) are used in addition to daily observations, classroom work, and unit tests to help measure how well each child is learning. Classroom work, however, is the best and more reliable measure of a child's progress in school.
In April, Meadow Brook 4th grade students again participated in the Washington Assessment of Student Learning (WASL). Students were challenged with questions requiring writing their reasoning when problem solving. Results are received in fall of 2003 To view information on the results of assesment from Meadow Brook Intermediate, please examine the data at the OSPI WASL Report Card for Meadow Brook Intermediate School website.
We encourage your support Education is truly a cooperative effort among parents, students, staff, and the community. Your support and help is appreciated. If your business is interested in a school/business partnership, contact the superintendent's office at 525-4827. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact the Meadow Brook Intermediate principal's office at 522-3265. All volunteers are required to complete a Washington State Patrol background check. We encourage you to join our College Place Combined PTA to enjoy involvement in providing community outreach with special events. Facilities Located on 33.6 acres at 1775 S. College Avenue, Meadow Brook Intermediate is the newest addition to the College Place School system. Meadow Brook Intermediate contains grades four, five and six. The building boasts state of the art computer resources, library and gym facilities. Students access technology in classrooms and the computer lab. Building capacity is 40,000 square feet. The building was constructed during the 1994-95 school year and opened its doors in August 1995. Meadow Brook's close proximity to Sager Middle School allows staff to be shared between the two buildings. Library, Title 1/LAP, and Music/Band staff personnel share their time with the Meadow Brook and Sager campuses. 
Students' playground resources at Meadow Brook include a volleyball court, four-square courts, hopscotch patterns, two "Big Toys", three tether poles, eight basketball hoops, two soccer fields, and two softball fields. Six benches are placed on the premises for student comfort. We are enjoying green playgrounds with underground sprinklers fully implemented at Meadow Brook Intermediate. We seek next to put trees near the fence along the highway. Financial Resources In 2002-03 the district received 69.83% of its budgeted revenues from the state, 18.52% locally, and 11.65% federally. Total budget for the 2002-03 school year was $6,148,484. Funding unique to Meadow Brook School: Washington Reading Corps $15,000.00 |
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