Bartow County College and Career Academy

The BCCCA is honored to have our success story featured on the web page for Solution Tree. https://www.solutiontree.com/plc-at-work/success-stories/bartow

almost 2 years ago, BCCCA

Bartow County College and Career Academy CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA As a result of the collaborative work of the Academy’s health science teachers, the student pass rate on the National Healthcareer Association exam rose from 15% to 81%. Health care teachers (left to right) Ann Rickman, Harry Wyche, Dr. Jhinora Pollard, Donna Mathias earn A-Team status. 2 @SolutionTree #atplc CHALLENGE When Dr. Greg Doss, principal and CEO of Bartow County College and Career Academy (BCCCA), answered the call of superintendent Dr. Phillip Page to implement Professional Learning Communities (PLC) at Work® in his school, he soon realized the potential of PLC to help his staff better serve students. The Academy is a unique learning environment. Upon entering tenth grade, students from each of the three local high schools may elect to attend the Academy for specifi c career pathway opportunities the school offers. Educators work to ensure that all students graduate with a plan to be enrolled in postsecondary education, enlisted in the military, or employed in local industry. “I approached this work as an intentional shift,” Doss explains. “I saw it as moving from a perspective of teaching to a perspective of learning and from isolation to collaboration, as well as changing the paradigm of results from emphasizing points earned to looking for real evidence of profi ciency.” IMPLEMENTATION Prior to implementation, leaders from the Academy attended the Solution Tree Culture Keepers Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, with other school leaders during the summer. The following fall, leaders began a study of Learning by Doing (DuFour et.al, 2016) and kicked off a process to collaboratively shift school culture. The fi rst step of implementation in year one was to create a guiding coalition. Members of this coalition crafted new mission and vision statements and created collective commitments. Using Learning by Doing, the guiding coalition studied the three big ideas, four guiding questions, and critical vocabulary of the PLC process. These initial leaders helped to lay the foundation for collaborative teams that would begin working together in the fall of year two. Guiding coalition members also attended a PLC at Work Institute the following summer to continue their learning. Among the fi rst orders of action taken by the entire staff were identifying essential standards and working collaboratively to ensure that teacher teams were on the same page as far as standards and assessments. The Academy has the added challenge of coordinating with three base schools in which students spend a good part of their instructional day, so their collaborative process must include cross-systems efforts. The biggest challenge the Academy has faced during implementation is fi guring out collaborative teams for singletons. “After going through several renditions of what common standards would look like for a team consisting of career-oriented teachers of law enforcement, cosmetology, AV tech, engineering, and teaching, ”we identifi ed one standard—employability skills—on which they could work collaboratively,” says Doss. Bartow County College and Career Academy CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA DEMOGRAPHICS › 603 Students › 11% Special education › 2% English language learners › 56% Eligible for free or reduced lunch RACIAL/ETHNIC PERCENTAGES › 66% Caucasian › 16% Hispanic › 15% African American › 1.6% Multiracial › 0.6% Asian › 0.6 American Indian or Alaska Native › 0.2% Native Hawaiian or Pacifi c Islander e Bartow County College and Career Academy (BCCCA) is a collaborative venture among the community, K–12 education, post-secondary education, and business and industry to ensure a viable workforce along with continued opportunities for the students of the Bartow County School System. Source: https://www.bartow.k12.ga.us/o/bartowacademy/page/contact-bccca MODEL PLC at WORK® SCHOOL SolutionTree.com 800.733.6786 3 I approached this work as an intentional shift—moving from a perspective of teaching to a perspective of learning and from isolation to collaboration.” —Greg Doss, principal The daily work of staff is guided by a living document the Academy calls their PLC Playbook. As educators grow in their knowledge, so does the playbook. They also maintain healthy progress by taking on new processes, strategies, and practices in small bites. As Doss says, “Less is more.” The guiding coalition is there every step of the way to ensure staff stay on target with the mission, vision, values, and goals that are foundational to their ever-expanding playbook. RESULTS Doss says his health science team in particular is seeing great results from their work with PLC. Even though each teacher has a particular focus in the health care field, together they are able to collaboratively align their assessments vertically as students advance from basic courses to more specialized study and also support one another within the same grade level. For example, if one teacher is stronger at teaching a particular lesson, he or she will take on students from other classes for that specific lesson. All of this is to ensure all students have the best opportunity to learn at the highest level. As a result of the collaborative work of the Academy’s health science teachers, the student pass rate on the National HealthCareer Association (NHA) exam rose from 15% to 81%. The Academy’s health care results now surpass the national average on the NHA exams. OTHER ACADEMY HIGHLIGHTS › US History team became the first A-Team from the Academy to be recognized by the district and the first US History A-Team districtwide › Health care team recognized as the first Career, Technical, and Agricultural Education A-Team in the district › US History students outperformed the state in years 3 and 4 of implementation by 5% and 3.5% respectively IMPLEMENTATION (CONTINUED) Health Science Student Pass Rates on Certification Exams 0 20 40 60 80 100 Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 15% 57% 71% 75% 81% Start Your Success Story You have a vision for change and improvement in your school or district. You want to see results in the classroom for the lifelong betterment of your students. Like many educators, you may be doing more with less, and you are always looking for ways to improve. At Solution Tree, we share your vision to transform education to ensure learning for all, and we can help you make this vision a reality. OUR PROMISE: No other professional learning company provides our unique blend of researchbased, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students. Start your school’s PLC at Work® journey at SolutionTree.com/PD or call 800.733.6786 ext. 44

The BCCCA is honored to have our success story featured on the web page for Solution Tree. https://www.solutiontree.com/plc-at-work/success-stories/bartow

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almost 2 years ago, BCCCA

ICARE

almost 2 years ago, BCCCA

Wisdom is knowing the right path to take. Integrity is taking it.

SEPTEMBER ICARE Extraordinaire: Mr. O'Shield's I chose Joe O'Shield's for ICARE extraordinaire. Joe was with me in my classroom all last year. This year unfortunately he is not assigned to my class. He still comes by to check on the kids and interact with them to see if they are on task, staying organized, and have gotten down those bellringers. Joe is always willing to help with anything I need or the students need to be successful. I feel Joe is underpaid for all he does. We sure do appreciate you, Joe O'Shields. Cicily Hardin

almost 2 years ago, BCCCA

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almost 2 years ago, BCCCA

Congratulations to Ms. Carolyn for being recognized as the system Employee of the Month. “Have you ever had a co-worker that makes you think that you have no idea how you got along each day before this person became your co-worker…one that makes you hope that you never have to know what it is like to have that person leave? Mrs. Carolyn Pool is that person at the BCCCA. She became part of our BCCCA family last fall and immediately made an impact in our building. She takes exceptional pride in everything she does, which is demonstrated by work that is incredibly thorough. Her attention to detail is unmatched and is often noticed by staff members, students, and visitors. Mrs. Carolyn is very dedicated to her school, her co-workers, and her students. She is one of the kindest ladies you could ever meet. Her smiles light up the room, and her hugs brighten our days. Mrs. Carolyn Pool stands for everything that we all should be as employees of the Bartow County School System and deserves the honor of being named the BCSS Employee of the Month!” – BCCCA Assistant Principal Lori Scifers

almost 2 years ago, BCCCA

ICARE INTEGRITY

almost 2 years ago, BCCCA

If you show integrity, you do what you are supposed to do even when no one is looking.Ways to Show Integrity at the BCCCA:Be where you are supposed to be. Do your own work to provide teachers evidence of YOUR learning, not someone else's. Do what is requested of you even when your teacher is working with another student or absent. Only transport yourself in a vehicle during transition time.

ICARE CHALLENGE UPDATE

almost 2 years ago, BCCCA

BCCCA ICARE Attendance Challenge Standings 9/18/2023 AM Classes: 1st Place - Baker 1st Block 2nd Place - Wallin 2nd Block 3rd Place- Mathias 2nd Block 4th Place - Babb - 1st Block PM Classes: 1st Place - Wallin 3rd Block 2nd Place - Wallin 4th Block/Mathias 3rd Block 3rd Place - Mathias 4th Block

BCCCA Pre-K Parents REMINDER: Wednesday, September 20th is early release day for Bartow County Schools. The BCCCA will be releasing Pre-K at 11am.

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

PARENTS: Wednesday, September 20th is early release day for Bartow County Schools. The BCCCA will be releasing Pre-K at 11am.

REMINDER: Wednesday, September 20, will be an Early Release Day! Elementary schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m. and middle/high schools dismiss at 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be served, and buses will run on an early dismissal schedule. After School programs will continue to operate.

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

ICARE EXCELLENCE

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

AT THE ACADEMY, I.C.A.R.E. Working toward excellence means you are striving for high levels of achievement. Demonstrate a positive attitude in class. Continually work and ask questions until you learn. See intervention as an opportunity to improve learning. Complete extension assignments as an opportunity to deepen learning. Try to make connections between what you are learning and the world around you. Follow the dress code. Be a role model

ICARE WINNERS!

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

$25 Visa Gift Card: Morgan Frank Kaitlyn Ferguson$10 QT Gift Card: Candy Souther Alissa Connell$10 Chick-Fil-A Card: Chloe Womack Naomi ClemmonsMcDonalds Lunch: Jazlyn Strealdorf Jaikeria BradleyCosmetology Service: Kaela AndradeBook of the Month: Bailey McCollum

ICARE CHALLENGE UPDATE

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

BCCCA ICARE Attendance AM Classes: 1st Place - Mathias 2nd Block 2nd Place- Babb 1st Block TIED with Wallin 2nd Block 3rd Place - Hardin 2nd BlockChallenge Standings 9/8/2023PM Classes: Tied: Mathias 3rd and 4th Blocks TIED with Wallin 3rd and 4th Block

RESPECT

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

DAR GOOD CITITZENS AWARD This award recognizes and rewards high school seniors who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism in their homes, schools, and communities. This year the BCCCA recognizes Miss Hannah Bohannon as our 2023 DAR Award Recipient.

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

PARKING PERMITS ARE IN!!! Students please see the front office to get your forms. Passes are $10 each and are required for all students who drive on campus, including Chatt. Tech. Please be reminded that students cannot transport any other students during the middle of the day. Doing so will result in loss of driving privileges. Tickets will begin being issued the 18th of September.

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

Students who have not purchased a parking pass, please see the front office to get your forms. Passes are $10 each and are required for all students who drive on campus, including Chatt. Tech. Please be reminded that students cannot transport any other students during the middle of the day. Tickets will begin being issued the 18th of September.

CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Burkhalter for receiving the award of Teacher of the Year in 2023 for Bartow County College and Career Academy! Your colleagues nominated and voted you for this prestigious award for your amazing knowledge, charisma and skills in education. The students love and appreciate all that you bring into the classroom by enriching the environment through your love of teaching.

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

RESPECT

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

Congratulations to this months ICARE Extraordinaire- Mrs. Hardin!!! Mrs. Hardin was selected by Mrs. Burkhalter for this month's ICARE Extraordinaire. "She is a great example of an exemplary educator and exhibits all of the ICARE qualities. She is respectful, an excellent team player and communicator, and most importantly she genuinely cares for her students, shows compassion, and goes above and beyond to ensure that her students are given a great opportunity to learn. It is a pleasure to work with Mrs. Hardin!" --Mrs. Burkhalter

about 2 years ago, BCCCA

I chose Mrs. Hardin for this month's ICARE Extraordinaire. She is a great example of an exemplary educator and exhibits all of the ICARE qualities. She is respectful, an excellent team player and communicator, and most importantly she genuinely cares for her students, shows compassion, and goes above and beyond to ensure that her students are given a great opportunity to learn. It is a pleasure to work with Mrs. Hardin!

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about 2 years ago, Alison Whitehead