Annual Action Plan (Excel)

ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
within the context of 2011-2015 Directions for Catholic Education in the Archdiocese of Melbourne
2015
Year 1 of Cycle
School Name: Marcellin College
Location: 160 Bulleen Road, Bulleen. Victoria 3105
School E Number: E1164
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OUR SCHOOL VISION
Marcellin College is a Catholic Marist boys’ school that is the centre of a community of learning, life and faith. In partnership with families, we nurture our students as they grow from boys to fine young men.
We bring the Marist charism to all members of our community through the teachings of St. Marcellin Champagnat and the Gospel. We are a community where Jesus is known and loved, where each boy belongs and the dignity of all is respected.
We empower the boys in our care to embrace all opportunities spiritually, academically, physically, culturally and socially with a determination to strive for the highest with virtue and courage.
EDUCATION in FAITH
Goal/s articulated in the School Improvement Plan
To deepen the school community’s faith journey within the Catholic tradition and the Marist charism.
Intended Outcome/s
1. That the variables of Catholic
Culture continue to improve.
Target
That the school’s Catholic Culture scores for
the Importance and Behaviour - staff and
Behaviour -students indicators increase to
an average for staff (70), for students (60)
and for parents (75).
Social Justice- student indicator will
continue to improve to 70.
Key Improvement Strategies
Responsibility
Evidence
Status
Discern the place of religious iconography
and symbols that reflects the Catholic
identity.
Implement the 200th anniversary of the
Marist Institute (Year of Montagne)
AP mission
Masterplan shows clear evidence of this.
AP mission
Streamline the re-introduction of Year 8 RE
back into the department and build on the
Year 8 course to suit what has already
occurred in 9-12
Communicating opportunities and clarifying
the process of Accreditation
REC
Recognition of this is highlighted at school events, not yet started
house level and to the wider community via
newsletters assemblies etc…
Development of new year 8 course in the RE
ongoing
department.
AP mission
Enhance the proportion of staff accredited to AP mission
teach in a Catholic school.
Enhance the proportion of staff accredited to AP mission
teach Religious Education
Continued Catholic faith formation and
AP mission
expression for staff.
Support and opportunities for staff in area
evangelization by modelling and further
participation in areas of prayer, liturgy and
social justice initiatives.
Continued support of the Cambodia
Immersion and Solidarity fundraisers for this
cause.
Continue the Implemetation of the Year 8
Social Justice initiative of Pay Forward
Accreditation to teach in a Catholic school to Continued support of the Cambodia
reach 50%. Accredited to teach Religious
Immersion and Solidarity fundraisers for this
Education to reach 100% for all RE
cause.
teachers.
Continue the Implemetation of the Year 8
Social Justice initiative of Pay Forward
AP Mission
AP mission and Ministry Team
REC
AP mission and Ministry Team
REC
ongoing
Communication to staff about opportunities in
professional development to gain accreditation.
Email, notices, announcements, record keeping
etc…
as above
ongoing
as above
ongoing
ongoing
Participation in staff formation days and after
ongoing
school formation opportunities such as Melbourne
Marists etc…
Communication of and participation numbers in
ongoing
CEOM and Marist Initiatives.
Funds raised for Marist Solidarity and successful ongoing
completion of Immersion.
New course documentation and completion of the ongoing
Pay it Forward Evening.
continued promotion and implementation of the trip ongoing
as well as continued fundraising.
continued implementation or new course
documents and implementation of Pay it Forward
evening
ongoing
LEARNING and TEACHING
Goal/s articulated in the School Improvement Plan
To provide learning and teaching programs that foster lifelong learning, developing the skills necessary for all members in our community to connect and interact with the real world.
Intended Outcome/s
Target
Key Improvement Strategies
1. That student learning outcomes Increase the Teaching Climate Index (Team- Analyse and use NAPLAN data to inform
in literacy and numeracy are
Based Practice and Learning & Teaching
teaching strategies
improved.
variables) to 60.2 in 2014 and 67.2 by 2017. Develop the whole-school literacy policy
Investigate the use of and type of data to
inform teaching strategies
Increase staff capacity in how to implement
literacy and numeracy strategies in all
subjects
Implement policies & procedures to identify
students as part of the subject selection
process (English & maths)
Increase staff use of student profiles &
Individual Needs department programs to
support students
2. That learning outcomes across Proportion of students in the top 2 bands of Further implement curriculum development,
Years 7-10 are improved.
NAPLAN testing for Year 9 to be at least
review & renewal policies & procedures
35% for Reading, 25% for Writing, 32% for Develop consistent course documentation
Spelling, 30% for G&P and 40% for
(Sem 1 & 2) & course development timeline
Numeracy.
Implement assessment strategies to
enhance personalised learning and improve
student outcomes
Develop an inquiry-based learning
program(s) for Year7-9 2016
Review student progress & promotion policy
3. That VCE and VCAL outcomes Proportion of students in the bottom 3 bands Develop relevant VCE policies & procedures
are improved.
of NAPLAN testing for Year 9 to be no more to support new Head of Learning (10-12)
than 35% for Reading, 40% for Writing, 35% Implement a clear & thorough subject
for Spelling, 40% for G&P and 33% for
selection / acceleration process
Numeracy.
Explore further options to increase VET
subjects including community/school
partnerships
4. That student engagement and Show improvement in proportion of Year 9 Implement our Vision for Learning with a
ownership of learning is
students from the Year 7 bottom 3 bands
focus on personalised learning
enhanced.
making 1.5 times State average growth for Develop the capacity of middle leaders to
Reading, Writing and Numeracy and the
lead their departments with a focus on
proportion from the Year 7 top 2 bands
improving student outcomes
making 1.2 times state average growth.
Plan contemporary learning spaces with
reference to the College’s Masterplan
Responsibility
Learning Resources Team
Evidence
Status
Commenced 2014 (Due Term 1)
Learning Resources Team
Dir of Learning
Presentation to staff / referred to as part of
Teacher Portfolio
Policy developed
Recommendations to LTT
Literacy LC / Maths LC
Staff PL sessions / link to course outlines
Ongoing
English LC / Maths LC
Policies & procedures drafted / presented to LTT
(early Term 2). Implemented as part of subject
selection (Term 3)
Staff presentations / followed up by LC's in Dept
meetings
Due Term 2
LTT (AP Learning)
Timeline included in meeting schedule
Ongoing (Due end of Term 1)
Heads of Learning / LC's
Ongoing
Heads of Learning / LC's
Timeline developed to include key dates
(AusVELS/Study Design changes)
Assessment audit / review / recommendations
Head of Learning (7-9)
Recommendations to LTT / PCT
Not yet started (Due mid Term 2)
LTT / PCT
Head of Learning (10-12) /
Pathways Team
Head of Learning (10-12) /
Pathways Team
VET Coordinator / Pathways
Team
Recommendations to LTT
Policies updated / developed
Not yet started (Due Term 3)
Not yet started
Recommendations to LTT
Due Term 2
Recommendations to Pathways Team / LTT
Due Term 2 / Term 3
All staff
Clearly reflected in teaching practice &
documentation
Implementation of middle leaders PL program
(EDUCAA)
Ongoing
Develop sample rooms for teacher use / regular
Masterplan updates
Ongoing
Introduction of LMS / visible observations in the
increased use of digital technologies / review of
Resource List / review staff iPad program
Regular staff PL / targeted PL for staff
Ongoing
Individual Needs Coordinator
AP Learning / Leadership Team
Executive Team
VCE Median Study score to be 32 or better. Improve the use of digital technologies
Dir of Learning / LTT
VCE Study Scores of 40+ to be at least
including the development of a LMS, student
10%.
notebooks, iPads for staff, eBooks
Develop a whole-school professional
Dir of Learning / Leadership Team
learning program to increase staff capacity in
the use of digital technologies to enhance
learning & teaching
Commenced 2014 (Due Term 2)
Not yet started
Ongoing
Not yet started (Due end of Term 3)
Ongoing
Ongoing
STUDENT WELLBEING
Goal/s articulated in the School Improvement Plan
To enhance student wellbeing by building resilience and empathy in an engaging and safe learning environment.
Intended Outcome/s
1. That students will develop
resilience, independence and
motivation for their learning and
personal development.
Target
Increase the Student Wellbeing Index
(Emotional Wellbeing, Teacher
Relationships and Engagement in Learning)
to 71.2 in 2014 and 77.4 by 2017.
Key Improvement Strategies
Responsibility
Seek clarity in the community and then
PCT
communicate policies and practices to
ensure consistent implementation of student
management
Identify how positive education can be
PCT/LTT
implemented into the SWP and SPPC
Expose staff to skills, understanding and
knowledge of positive education and growth
mindset for improved wellbeing and learning
outcomes
Survey students and implement strategies to
alleviate stress, frustration and tension
Implement the Student Organizer, working in
conjunction with the LTT/ Elevate
Education/teaching staff, reimaging the use
of Mass/Study
Develop a pilot group and gather evidence
Looking for Learning
Communicate the drug policy to the school
community
PCT/LTT/Heads of Learning
Instigate the establishment of Sustainability
Captains and Junior School Liturgy and
Sport Captains
Improve opportunities for the Transition &
Pathway Programs, Years 7-12 including
SPPC and acceleration
Identify staff who have not undergone
professional learning in Restorative Practice
to further support staff and student
relationships and improve learning outcomes
in the college./ Incorporate Restorative
Practice into Induction of New Staff
Review Mandatory Guidelines based on
Marist policy compliance
Implement an increase in the provision of
counselling and support services
Heads of School/DP
PCT
PCT/LTT
PCT/LTT
Heads of School
Senior Pathways Team
Evidence
Consultation meeting with MCCA/student
leaders/staff, Communicate renewed SW policy
on website
Status
Term 1 and ongoing communication
Professional learning for staff, programs
Ongoing 2015
implemented into the SWP, SPPC interview forms
focusing on growth mindset
Professional learning for staff, programs
Term 4 Professional learnring then ongoing
implemented into the SWP, SPPC interview forms
focusing on growth mindset
Student wellbeing survey, communication to
students, staff and families, renewed SW policies
Student study organizer implementation,
professional learning for staff, students and
parents, parent information evening, assemblies,
Mass/study renewal
Pilot group develop a process for implementation
in 2016, LTT/PCT/Leadership team minutes
Communication on College website and twitter,
parent information evening, parent enrichment
program
Sustainability captain and Junior School Captains
implemented into the leadership process, induction
and commissioning mass
Acceleration policy
Term 1
Headstart/ Term 1
Term 2 - 3
Term 1 and ongoing communication
Term 2 - 3
Term 1
PCT
Staff professional learning opportunity, induction of Term 1 ongoing
new staff
Heads of School/DP
Review Child Protection documents implemented
in 2014
Review counselling services, Advertise
counselling roles
Heads of School
Headstart/ Term 1
Headstart/ Term 1
LEADERSHIP and MANAGEMENT
Goal/s articulated in the School Improvement Plan
To sustain a staff culture that is characterised by a shared vision, a strong sense of team work and a focus on continuous improvement.
Intended Outcome/s
1. That the performance and
development culture of the
college is strengthened.
Target
Key Improvement Strategies
Increase the Organisational Climate Index
Implement stage 1 of Masterplan process (Empathy, Clarity, Engagement and
Hermitage project
Learning) to 53.7 in 2014 and 57.5 by 2017. Investigate and develop ARMs for support
staff.
Incorporate a focus on Pastoral practice
through the ARM process
Develop a whole school change
management process using Insight SRC
Responsibility
Executive team
Business Manager, Finance
Manager, Payroll/HR
administrator
PCT
team
Executive team
Design an e-communication platform to
enhance communication regarding learning.
Dir Learning, ICT Steering
Committee, ICT Manager,
Leadership
Implement ICT Strategic plan
Executive team, Leadership
Review of Senior Leadership PD's and roles Principal
Implement new Learning Leadership roles
Executive team
(Heads of Learning)
Launch of College Foundation to the broader Principal, Business Manager,
community through a board of governance. Foundation
Introduce new Marist Child Protection policy
incorporating the Marcellin Staff Charter.
Review HR workflow practices
Executive
Principal, Business Manager
Introduce new Staff Professional Learning
Leadership
structure
Develop a process for reviewing the College Leadership
calendar and meeting schedule in light of
staff workloads.
Review and investigate College
Executive team
administration structures
Implement the Leaders for Learning middle
leaders program in partnership with
EDUCCA
Leadership Team
Evidence
Final approval of Masterplan Stage 1, Architectural
drawings provided by COX, Building works
commence with impacted staff, Policy
Consultation
implementation plan of ARM's
Reviewed and updated staff professional learning
portfolio
Work with Insight SRC, development of working
group, development of management change
processes
Investigate other schools platforms, agreement on
consistent approach, policy developed around
communication
Implement key recommendations from ICT plan
Consultation with senior leadership, new PD's
developed and endorsed
Leadership roles implemented, new PD's,
continued development of leadership roles
Governance structure approved, business plan
formulated and approved, official launch of
Foundation
New policy presented to community and available
on MyMarcellin
Workflow reviewed, process developed and
agreed upon
Every Day 3 afternoon (2-3:30pm)
Status
Ongoing
End of 2015
Due in term 2
End of 2015
End of term 2
Ongoing
End of term 3
Start of 2015
End of 2015
Start of 2015
End of term 2
Start of 2015
Agenda item on Leadership meeting, consultation
with Consultative Committee and key stake
Start of 2015
holders
Review current structures, develop alternate
proposal on structures, develop new PD's,
End of term 3
consultation with key stake holders
Build timeline into College Calendar
Start of 2015
SCHOOL COMMUNITY
Goal/s articulated in the School Improvement Plan
To continue to build an inclusive Catholic Marist school community, informed by social justice and fostering opportunities for partnerships with parents, alumni, and the broader community.
Intended Outcome/s
Target
1. That communication and
Increase the Community Engagement Index
partnership projects with parents, (Community Engagement variables) to 71.9
alumni and the wider community in 2014 and to 76.5 by 2017.
are enhanced.
Key Improvement Strategies
Further develop strategic partnerships with
key feeder parishes in the region to continue
growth in student enrolment and
relationships with parish schools
Development of the Parent Enrichment
program. Promote staff involvement.
Increase awareness of internal and external
teacher awards
Deliver information about the Masterplan to
wider community
Build a database of alumni’s pathways
Review of the communication tools that we
use with parents, alumni and various
community groups
Build community capacity in relation to use of
MyMarcellin to enhance communication
through workshops
Investigate informal opportunities for parents
to be in dialogue with the College to support
decision making
Continue to ensure that the College remains
accessible to all families through Bursary
initiatives
Responsibility
Evidence
Status
Primary Links Team
Application data, Enrolment data, transition
information
Ongoing
Heads of School and Heads of
Learning
SRC (internal) Deputy Principal
(external)
Principal
Meeting schedule, College calendar, College
Ongoing
intranet, feedback forms, Eagle newsletter, Twitter
Teacher nominations, meeting agendas
Ongoing
Eagle, website
Ongoing
The Foundation
Leadership Team
database
Communication policy, google analytics, Insight
SRC data
Ongoing
Ongoing
Dir. Of Learning (Contemporary
Moodle diagnostics, including detentions, learning Ongoing
Education), PCT, LTT, Leadership concerns, awards/involvements, attendance
Foundation, Leadership
Parent involvement figures, college events, parent Ongoing
responses, Insight SRC data
Principal, Finance
Enrolment data, bursary application form
Ongoing

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