State of our School

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State of our School

• St. Pascal Baylon
• 2008-2009

Sponsored by St. Pascals School Advisory
Committee
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Your School Advisory Board2007-2008

• Paul Simone, Chair
• Suzi Koemptgen, Vice-Chair
• Paul Moyer, Secretary
• Jenny Danley
• Jill Burke
• Katee Girling
• Mary Chastek
• Marty Weisbeck
• Sister Marjorie
• Fr. Dave McCauley

Feel free to contact any member of the School
Advisory Committee if you need information,
assistance, or would like to become more
involved at school.
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Agenda
1 07-08 Parent Survey Results
2 07-08 Curriculum An Update of Successes
3 Final Accreditation Report
4 08-09 Update Preliminary Planning Process
5 School Advisory Committee Reports
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Parent Survey Results

• Paula Munkelwitz

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07-08 Parent Survey Results

• 87 participants
• 40 questions
• 7 categories
• Religious Instruction
• Community/Service
• Academics
• Achievement
• School Climate - Physical/Emotional
• School Climate - Communication
• Basic Skills

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Scoring

• Answers included a scale of 1-5
• Favorable uses 4 and 5.
• Unfavorable uses 1 and 2.
• A 3 is considered neutral.

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Average Score by Category
Out of 5 total points per question, all
categories received an average score of 4.0 or
greater.
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Individual Answers - Favorable
26 of the 40 questions resulted in a 90 or
higher favorable rating! 35 of the 40 questions
resulted in an 80 or higher favorable rating!
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Individual Answers - Unfavorable
Only 4 of the 40 questions resulted in a 13 or
higher unfavorable rating.
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07-08 Curriculum - an Update of Successes

• St. Pascal Staff

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K-2 Grade Summary

• Ms. Odhiambo,
• Mrs. Urness, Mrs. Jaworski

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K-2 Grade Summary

• What Hasnt Changed
• Kindergarten has all classes as a whole group.
• 100 Day Rotation Centers
• Special Floor Prayer Services
• Behavior Rewards
• Themed Hallway Displays
• Holiday Parties (i.e. Halloween, Christmas)
• Kindergarteners 1st Graders reading to each
  other
• 2nd Grader Leadership to Kindergartners 1st
  Graders through
• Helping show them through the school
• Reminding them of Hallway Bathroom Etiquette
• Classes
• Library Computer Time have not changed
• Physical Education
• Students are learning to follow game rules, have
  fun, show good sportsmanship
• Units taught
• Playground Games, Soccer, Volleyball, Basketball,
  Parachute, Hockey, Dancing, Kickball

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K-2 Grade Summary

• Multi-Age
• Music, Science, Spanish, Religion, Social
  Studies, Art and Printing consisted of multi-age
  students.
• Curriculum was adjusted to meet the needs of
  students using Differentiated Instruction (D.I.).
• 2 Year Curriculum Cycle
• Year 2 builds on prior year, but does not repeat
  the same materials.
• Reading, Language, Phonics Spelling
• Divided into 3 groups
• Taught 90 Minutes each day within a small group
  of same ability level students.
• Math
• Students were divided up by grade
• Mrs. Jaworski 1st Grade, Ms. Odhiambo 2nd
  Grade

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Grade 3-5 Summary

• Mrs. Welle

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3-5 Grade Summary

• Scheduling
• Communication
• Flexibility
• Grade Level Curriculum
• Language Arts Groups
• 4/5 Language Arts group
• 3/4 Homeroom
• 5th Grade Homeroom
• Physical Education

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What are the kids saying?

• I liked that my teacher was my gym teacher.
  Joy 4th
• I like Language Arts time each day and doing the
  Play.  Katy 4th
• "We have special teachers." Lauryn 3rd
• "I liked having the other class come over for
  Social Studies and Language Arts." Alycia 3rd
• "The best thing this year was learning how to
  dance."Roberra 3rd
• "I liked the baseball unit in gym class and
  Catholic School's week." Rory 4th
• "I like the things we do in gym." Brock 3rd
• "I got to be in the same class with 3rd graders
  and meet them." Courtney 4th
• "I liked being in a class with the whole 5th
  grade because then I got to know everybody."
  Maureen 5th grade
• "I liked that we did 5-1 and 5-2." Hailey 5th

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Middle School Summary

• Fred Alver Kim Roering

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Middle School Summary

• Whats New
• 8 Period Days Changed to 7 Periods
• Three 60 Minute Periods
• Four 40 Minute Periods
• Intramural Program
• Objectives are to
• Increase Learning
• Physical Activity
• Spirit Building
• Socialization
• Activities Included
• Soccer, Flag Football, Volleyball, Basketball,
  Bowling, Dodge ball, Kickball an Olympic
  Challenge

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Brand New for 2008-2009Middle School

• Grades 6-8
• Provide activities at least twice monthly
• Social, Spiritual Educational Activities
• Advent/Lent Retreats
• Movie Nights w/discussion/reflections
• Game Nights
• Exploring Prayer
• Guided Reflection
• Topical Evenings
• and more

It is hoped that developing a strong Middle
School Youth Ministry Program will build/foster a
strong High School program.
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Music

• Mrs. Tesch

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Music Summary

• Curriculum
• Singing, dancing, listening, playing and reading
  music continues for all grade levels.
• Each grades learning is a continuation of the
  prior years teaching.
• Boomwhackers
• Donated by a school family.
• Colorful plastic tubes that produce musical tones
  when whacked on the floor.
• Fun, while learning to accompany songs and play
  melodies.
• Kindergarteners are learning to follow beats by
  swinging streamers along with music.
• They are having such a good time!

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Music Summary, cont.

• Seventh Grade Musical
• Tradition for over 15 years
• Involves all students
• Bold and shy students act.
• Students make posters.
• Behind the scenes work
• Essentially, they create their own play
• Orchestra Hall (Minneapolis)
• Live Symphony Concert
• 6th and 8th Graders attended this year.
• Scheduling constraints prevented all school
  attendance.
• Elementary students will be attending a concert
  more geared to their age group in the future.

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Elementary Science Curriculum

• Mrs. Krause

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Science
The Philosophy of the Elementary Science
Program The teaching of science at St. Pascal
Baylon School strives to develop knowledge of
Gods creation and to provide skills leading
toward responsible stewardship of the world. The
science program familiarizes learners with the
concepts, basic facts and scientific processes of
life, earth, physical and health sciences.

• The Curriculum
• Students begin with Intro to Science Creation
• Science Room Safety
• Process of Scientific Inquiry
• Designed to meet SPBS K-5 Science Standards MN
  State Standards
• Textbooks
• McGraw Hill Science Series
• K-2 uses science Big Books.
• 3-5 uses textbooks.
• K-5 also use supplemental resources as needed.

• Assessments
• Observations and Participation
• Labs
• Worksheets
• Tests (both teacher made text based)
• Performance (students demonstrate understanding
  and knowledge through completion of projects.)
• Same grading scale used as the classroom
  teachers.

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Science, cont.

• Multi-Age Learning
• 1st/2nd Grade
• Required concepts are taught together.
• Add increased content knowledge for the 2nd
  graders and assess accordingly.
• 3rd/4th Grade
• Same curriculum used as in previous years.
• Combined class was taught as separate grades.
• Learning through Doing
• 1st/2nd Graders - Resource Recovery Center
• 3rd/4th Graders - Wildlife Science Center
• 5th Graders Nickelodeon Universe (upcoming)
• All Grades
• Grocery Bag Project
• Earth Day Cleanup
• Wolf Loan Box from the International Wolf
  Center
• Science Sharing Days
• Destination ImagiNation

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Accreditation Report

• Mike Kelleher

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Summary of Findings

• Our Mission Statement, Philosophy Statement and
  Curriculum meet the standards established by
  MNSAA.
• St Pascals is commended for our
• Commitment to differentiation
• Efforts to keep staff updated on current
  practices in education
• Considerable level of communication between the
  school and parents
• Excellent School Website

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Summary of Findings, cont.

• Technology
• The team recognized the need for a Technology
  Plan.
• Affirmed the draft developed by the School
  Advisory Committee.
• Environment
• The school and outdoor activity areas are safe
  for students.
• Some safety concerns were noted regarding
  dismissal.

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Summary of Findings, cont.

• Curriculum
• Mapping and Assessment have achieved acceptable
  levels for student learning/success.
• A vast majority of our students are learning at
  or above their level of ability.
• Conflict Resolution
• Our process is sufficient.
• Specifically recognized efforts made to address
  the issue of bullying.

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Whats Ahead

• Staff Development
• Our goal was affirmed to expand staff development
  opportunities
• Marketing Plan
• Has been addressed by the School Advisory
  Committee
• Marketing process needs to begin.
• Annual Report
• It was recommended that we develop a process for
  making an Annual Report available to our
  stakeholders.

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Whats Ahead, cont.

• Tardiness Policy
• A lack of consistency in enforcement was noted.
• Will be addressed in the 08-09 School Year.
• Strategic Plan
• In light of the teams recommendations, we will
  be revisiting this and making necessary changes.

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Five Most Significant Areas of Strength

• Students demonstrate positive behavior and an
  enjoyment of school.
• A dedicated and flexible administration and staff
  who are committed to the mission of the school
  and to developing their professional skills.
• A school and church facility that is inviting,
  efficiently used, spacious, and well maintained.
• A parish community which is aware of the
  financial issues facing the school and willing to
  address those issues.
• A sense of community in the parish and beyond,
  that fosters support, enthusiasm, and involvement.

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Five Most Significant Areas of Challenge
(recommendations)

• The staff needs to conduct an annual review and
  update of the curriculum handbook based on
  standards and assessment results so as to serve
  as a tool for instruction.
• Study the possibility of a formal parent
  organization.
• Develop a Technology and Marketing Plan as
  indicated in the Strategic Plan.
• Return to an annual evaluation of the teaching
  staff (as noted on the self-study).
• Revisit the Strategic Plan as to the
• Balance of responsibility
• Time allotted to the action steps
• The inclusion of issues that have been identified
  as critical

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08-09 Preliminary Planning Process and Update

• Marty Weisbeck, Principal

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08-09 Preliminary Planning Process and Update

• Enrollment
• Budgeted Enrollment for 2008-2009 is for 230
  students.
• Achieving this enrollment figure assumes there
  will be no reduction in staff for 2008-2009.
• We are within 30 Students of achieving this goal.
• We are awaiting notification from at least that
  many who are currently enrolled.

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08-09 Preliminary Planning Process and Update

• Curriculum Format for 2008-2009
• Multi-age groups
• Will continue for language arts at the elementary
  level
• Work toward adding multi-age level math component
• There will also be a continuation of
• Differentiated Instruction goals
• Further refinement in the standardized
  testing/assessment process for language arts and
  other areas of the curriculum.

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08-09 Preliminary Planning Process and Update

• Continued Program Offerings for 2008-2009
• Spanish, Science, Physical Education, and Music
  in addition to the extra programs including
• Accelerated Reader and Chirp reading programs
• Scholastic Quiz Bowl competition
• Destination Imagination
• Science Fair competition
• 8th grade class trip to Washington DC.
• Two-night 6th grade class trip to Wolf Ridge
  Environmental Learning Center
• Annual Scholastic Book Fair
• Band
• Math Masters
• After school Homework Help
• After school sports programs for grades 5-8
  including soccer, basketball, baseball, and
  softball
• Extended Day program before and after school for
  early student drop-off and late pick-up
• Numerous grade level and all-school service
  programs which support the community at large
• Extra
• Math Masters
• Picture Person

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08-09 Preliminary Planning Process and Update

• 2008-2009 Administrative Priorities
• Communication with parents, students, and staff
• Work toward goals detailed in the final
  accreditation report.

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Strategic Plan Strategies

• Goals detailed in the final accreditation report
• I. Implement the adopted technology plan.
• a) Secure funding to purchase equipment.
• b) Purchase new equipment for students,
  teachers, and administration.
• II. Create marketing plan for recruitment and
  retention of students.
• III. Increase opportunities for staff
  development.
• a) Set goals for individual staff development.
• b) Provide staff development in Differentiated
  Instruction.
• c) Formalize staff development in religious
  education.
• IV. Increase correlation between assessment and
  curriculum.
• a) Administer standardized testing and computer
  assessments.
• b) Modify curriculum to meet student needs.

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Pioneer Foundation

• Katee Girling

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Pioneer Foundation
The Tuition Assistance Program You Control!!
When I first heard of the Pioneer Foundation, I
signed up immediately. Ive been with them for a
couple of years now, and I love it. Every other
month a group of us sign up for the same event.
We all work together, and make it more fun than
work. It has been a great way to connect with
other families, while supporting something that I
feel so strongly about my daughters education.
St. Pascal Volunteer
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Pioneer Foundation

• What is the Pioneer Foundation?
• The Hill Murray Pioneer Foundation (also known as
  PFFPA) is a non-profit concession workers program
  sponsored through Hill-Murray that is available
  to St. Pascal families.
• Concession workers can earn credit towards
  tuition, band lessons, school trips and more.
• How Does it Work?
• Does not pay money directly
• Sign-up sheets (day of work)
• Reports sent out at end of month
• Where would I work?
• Booths available for nearly all events at
• Metrodome
• Xcel Center
• U of M

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Working at the Xcel Center

• WILD - IF NECESSARY - 4-21-08 - 70 - 4/430 - 6
  PEOPLE
• Thurs. 5-22-08 - RUSH concert - 530 - 9 people
• Thurs. 6-5-08 - REM - TBA 10 people
• Sat. 6-7-08 - George Michael - TBA - 11 people
• Sat. 7-19-08 - Neil Diamond - TBA - 10 people
• Sun. 7-20-08 - Neil Diamond - THIS HAS NOT BEEN
  CONFIRMED, BUT I HAVE HEARD THAT THERE MAY BE A
  SECOND CONCERT DATE. - 11 PEOPLE

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Working at the Metrodome

• Sun. 5-25-08 - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. - DOME PARKING
  LOT - PAY IS 9.00/HOUR - 14 AND OLDER
  ACCOMPANIED BY ADULT MAY WORK, NO TRAINING NEEDED
  - 11 PEOPLE
• Sat. 5-31-08 - 230/330 - Twins - 75 - 1 person
• Mon. 6-2-08 - 230/300 - Twins - 75 - 6 people
• Tues. 6-3-08 - 4/430 - Twins - 75 - 6 people
• Wed. 6-4-08 - 4/430 Twins - 85 - 7 people
• Tues. 6-17-08 - 4/430 - Twins - 75 - 1 person
• Fri. 4-20-08 - 330/400 - Twins - 75 - 2 people
• Sat .6-28-08 - 230/300 - Twins - 75 - 4 people
• Tues. 7-1-08 - 4/430 - Twins - 75 - 7 people -
  ALL ADULTS ONLY
• Fri. 7-4-08 -230/300 - Twins - 90 - EXTRA
  BONUS ENVELOPE FOR ANYONE WHO DOES 7-4, 7-5, AND
  7-6 - MINIMUM 25 - 12 PEOPLE
• Sat. 7-5-08 - 230/300 - Twins - 90 - SEE ABOVE
  - 4 PEOPLE
• Sun. 7-6-08 - 930/1000 - Twins - 90 - SEE
  ABOVE - 4 people

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Pioneer Foundation

• Where would I find the time?
• Mailing lists of events
• monthly, sometimes weekly
• Work as little or as often as your schedule
  permits.
• Make it fun, not work.
• Find a group to work with you.
• Get grandparents, aunts, uncles to work for your
  tuition.

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How do I get started earning money off my tuition?

• Contact Barb in the office and request a
  volunteer packet to be sent home with your child.
• One packet will be required for each person
  volunteering.
• Work, work, work and watch your tuition go down!

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Pioneer Foundation

• Applications are available in the St.
  Pascal Office.
• For Additional Information and/or Training Dates,
  please contact
• Pioneer Foundation
• Florie Petersen [phone]
• email PFFPA1987_at_aol.com
• Or
• Pioneer Foundation St. Pascal School
  Representative
• Katee Girling [phone]
• Email katee427_at_msn.com

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Playground Committee

• Susan Hommes

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Our New Playground!
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Active Fundraising Efforts

• Pledge cards sent to all families enrolled at St
  Pascal School.
• Wednesday Out-of-Uniform Passes

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• Star Grant
• 25,000
• St. Pascal Mens Club
• 15,630
• St. Pascal Womans Club
• 2,200
• Private Donations
• 7,982
• Church Pew Envelopes
• 1,406
• Friends and Family Vegas Board
• 750
• Pledge Cards
• 6,375
• Minnesota Twins Game
• 684
• School Out of Uniform Passes
• 710
• Penny War

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Playground Fundraising Goals
80,000
62,262.46
More Than Half-Way There!!
40,000
A STEWARDSHIP POEM "Go bring to the needy
sweet charity's bread, for giving is living,"
the angel said. "Must I give again and again?
"Oh no!" said the angel chilling me through
"Give only 'til the master stops giving to
you!"
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Marketing Committee

• Suzi Koemptgen

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Marketing Committee

• Summary of Marketing Events
• Website Development and Update
• Promotional Items
• Window Clings, Car Magnets, Yard Signs
• Woodbury Days Booth
• St Paul School Fair
• Open House
• Postcards sent to 5000 Families
• Distributed to Area Preschools and Parishes
  without schools
• Advertising
• Catholic Spirit
• Local Businesses
• We are always looking for interested people to
  join!!

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Parents Night Out

• Jenny Danley

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Parents Night Out

• Newly Formed Committee
• Main Objective was to host One Parents Night
  Out.
• Due to popular demand, we hosted 3!
• Raised approx. 300.00
• Hosted a Potluck for about 100 School Families.
• Ice Cream Social is planned for End of Year.
• Averaged 30 kids
• Everyone had a great time.
• What is Parents Night Out?
• 4-5 Hours of Supervised Activities
• Pizza
• Crafts
• Movies
• Games, and more

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Technology Committee

• Katee Girling

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Technology Objectives

• Objectives
• Each classroom will have at least one computer
  and printer hooked up to the Internet and video
  display capabilities.
• School computer lab will be a PC lab with
  computers for students, networked printers, and
  an adapter to hook up a computer to the LCD
  projector. It will have software and
  subscriptions to support a standard-based
  instructional program.
• Training will be provided to all staff to
  encourage the use of technology in lesson plans
  and various other daily tracking activities.
• Action Plan
• Committed to a four-year plan of technology
  advancement for our staff, students and
  community.
• The first stage is to replace existing
  workstations and to replace all teacher
  workstations with wireless laptop computers.
• This will provide additional classroom space,
  technological flexibility, and convenience to
  better serve our students and staff. This
  upgrade will also maintain our current student to
  computer ratio.
• The rate of workstation conversion will be
  assessed annually.
• This needs assessment will allow the school to be
  a near state-of-the-art facility.
• We are lucky to be working with a professional
  grant writer to achieve all our goals.