Kenna Elementary School
Meeting #1
Local School Improvement Council (LSIC)
275 Business Park Drive
Kenna, WV 25248
____________________________________________________________________________
September 4, 2024
Agenda:
Opening
Sign-In and Introductions
Mrs. Goff had everyone sign in and share who they were, what grade they taught, or what grade their child was. (Andrea Goff, Susan Curry, Robin Chancey, Julie Banton, Kylee Philyah, Melissa Bias, and Jessica Carpenter)
Meeting made public through flyer, newsletters, Thrillshare text, DOJO, and school website
Mrs. Goff went over how she communicated the meeting for this evening. She shared on classroom and school newsletter, Thrillshare text, posted on DOJO, and the flyer was on the website, as well as sent home with every student.
Policy/WV State Code
Mrs. Goff went over the codes (listed below) and made everyone aware of the expectations and deadlines of the LSIC.
WV Code 18-5A-2
Title 126, Series 11A-LSICs: Engaging Parents, Families, Students, Business and Community in Education (2200)
Nomination of Officers
Chair- Julie Banton was nominated by Susan Curry
Vice Chair- Robin Chancey was nominated by Susan Curry
Secretary- Susan Curry was nominated by Robin Chancey
Election of Officers
Chair- Julie Banton was elected
Vice Chair- Robin Chancey was elected
Secretary- Susan Curry was elected
Notes:
Meeting began at 6:00pm
Meeting ended at 6:07pm
Kenna Elementary School
Meeting #1
Local School Improvement Council (LSIC)
275 Business Park Drive
Kenna, WV 25248
____________________________________________________________________________
September 4, 2024
Agenda:
Introductions
Everyone went around the room and introduced themselves (Andrea Goff, Susan Curry, Robin Chancey, Julie Banton, Kylee Philyaw, Melissa Bias, and Jessica Carpenter)
Update on the HVAC
Mrs. Goff gave an update on the HVAC. A compressor went out over summer break and Train was working on getting the new compressor installed. The air has been working, with some days/different rooms being hot or too cold. When a problem occurs, Mrs. Goff or Janie Scarberry notifies the maintenance department. The HVAC is doing a lot better than in the past.
Update on Designated Project Needs List (23-24)
Last year the BOE granted Kenna Elementary with three different things from our Project Needs list. A safety window has been installed in the front office, and the community loves it! Our computer lab is being updated as a Mac Lab. The software/equipment has been placed on back order twice, but everything has been ordered. We were also granted a new copy machine. We have not received it yet but should soon. Mrs. Goff reminded everyone to be thinking of some new things to put on this year’s Project Needs List.
Safety
Shield Program
Mrs. Goff shared that the Shield Program with Jackson County Schools is continuing. We have officers in the building very often. They are required to sign in and out. With this program they are required to have two hours of work in the schools. The kids love seeing the cops and they do a wonderful job with talking to them and being mentors.
Monthly Safety Checklist
Mrs. Goff made everyone aware that her and the custodian walk through the building each month and complete a safety checklist. Mrs. Goff turns this into the Assistant Superintendent, Tim Brown.
Code Red Drills
Mrs. Goff made everyone aware that they complete four code red drills a year, one for each nine weeks. One of the code red drills she tries to have a law enforcement officer here to check the building as well with her to ensure everything is being done correctly or what could be changed to ensure the safety of the students and staff.
Fire Marshal Report (23-24)
Mrs. Goff went over some different findings from last year’s fire marshal report. Most of the findings dealt with electrical things that the maintenance department has already fixed.
Beginning of the Year Counseling Plan (Susan Curry)
Ms. Curry went over this year’s counseling plan with everyone, and they approved it.
School Topics
Parent/Student Handbook
Mrs. Goff reminded everyone that the parent/student handbook is online and if they needed a copy, to notify the office and they will print and send home a copy.
Title 1 Compact
Mrs. Goff made everyone aware that we are Title 1 school, and a compact is to be sent home every year. A compact was sent home at the beginning of the school year and if they have any questions to feel free to ask. She reminded everyone that Title 1 is federally funded and there are requirements, such as family engagement nights that will be occurring throughout the school year.
Classroom Behavior and Discipline
PBIS/Schoolwide Calendar
This year we are doing a schoolwide behavior calendar. Students are responding well to it. At the end of the month, students who earn enough “green days” get a dance party with prizes for the month of September.
Academic Progress (23-24 GSA Data Results)
Mrs. Goff went over the 23-24 GSA data results with everyone in attendance. 57.66% were proficient in reading and 52.66% of students were proficient in math. This is the highest percentage of students proficient in math in the last 10 years. This is the third highest percentage proficient in reading in the last 10 years.
Parental Expectations for Student Academic Progress
Mrs. Goff went over that parents should be reading with their child every night and going over any academic skills to help them succeed.
Strategic/FOCUS Plan
Goals
Mrs. Goff shared the 24-25 Strategic/FOCUS plan with everyone. Her goals are to increase reading and math iReady scores, maintain communication and hold staff to high expectations and standards, improve attendance, and cultivate professional growth. Mrs. Goff and Ms. Curry have been working and brainstorming on how they want to increase attendance and accountability for the students and parents.
Meeting Dates for the Year
Meeting dates for this year are November 19th, February 11th (at BOE), and April 22nd. Meetings will begin at 6:00pm, except for February 11th at the BOE.
Notes:
Meeting began at 6:07pm
Meeting ended at 6:47pm