Academics

The curriculum and instruction utilized by Klein Road Elementary is aligned with NBISD's Scope and Sequences which is driven by the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). A focus on developing Future Ready Learners has continued to be a goal for our students, and can be observed through our focus on integrating technology and developing instructional opportunities that focus on student-led instruction, problem solving skills, and cooperative learning.

All staff is highly certified and teachers have been trained and almost all teachers are certified as both ESL and G/T. Campus wellness programs and fitnessgrams are implemented and effective. Technology was made readily available to all staff members and training was provided to improve the instruction through our 1:1 initiative. Many of our teachers have been successfully trained in the Project Based Learning process and are implementing it into their lesson plans.

At Klein Road Elementary, our focus is student progress. We review data on campus assessments, district assessments, and state assessments after each administration through data meetings. Teachers use the data to set goals for student performance and personal professional goals for the school year.

We provide teachers with extended quarterly planning periods to strengthen instruction through curriculum alignment and lesson plan development. Coaching support and positive implementation continues to take place at Klein Road Elementary.

NBISD is a one-to-one technology district - all of our students have an iPad for instructional use. Teachers are provided ongoing professional development opportunities to integrate technology in their classrooms, and district technology integration specialists are available to coach teachers and assist with lesson planning and delivery.

Academic Programs

At Klein Road Elementary, we provide opportunities for students to learn, develop, and succeed. Our academic programs are aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Sklils (TEKS). The TEKS are the state standards for what students should know and be able to do. This includes:

English Language Arts and Reading
Gifted and Talented
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Languages other than English
Health Education
Physical Education
Fine Arts
Spanish Language Arts and English as a Second Language
Special Education

School Processes and Programs

Curriculum Planning and Development

In order to ensure our students are meeting these goals, a strong focus is placed on curriculum planning and instruction development. Our teachers are provided extended planning time prior to the start of the year and quarterly that allows them to collaborate with one another, receive support from our District and campus Instructional Coaches, and spend time breaking down learning standards and individual student data.

Student Progress

Focusing on overall student progress is how Klein Road Elementary gages its overall success. All of our programs and supports are designed to add value to the student over the span of each school year, regardless of their academic abilities. KRE utilizes a set daily schedule that includes "Unicorn Time" where students are able to receive intervention, academic support or positive differentiation without losing out on instructional time. This allows for teachers to address the specific needs of all of our students.

We measure student progress through a variety of tools:

State and federally required assessment information
STAAR current and longitudinal results, including all versions
Texas Primary Reading Inventory (TPRI)
Tejas LEE, or other alternate early reading assessment results Running Records results
Observation Survey results
Istation Indicators of Progress (ISIP) reading assessment data for Grades PK-2

Weekly Response to Intervention Team (RTI)

Response to Intervention (RTI) / Student Success Team (SST) meetings are also held regularly to allow for the campus leadership team to focus on our At-Risk student population and better develop plans and supports for those students and teachers. This team is comprised of the Principal, Assistant Principal(s), Counselor, Campus Instructional Coaches and grade level teachers. Data derived from MAPS testing, mClass assessments, teacher developed assessments, reading assessments and/or running records, district benchmarks, and prior student performances (as well as additional materials) are all taken into account during these meetings.

Technology

Teachers implement iPads through the use of the Learning Management System (LMS). All students access the LMS on their iPads and are able to submit assignments and complete assessments through these systems. Through the use of the LMS and supplemental apps, teachers are able to see students' learning in real time and provide timely feedback. iPads are also used as a vehicle to enhance and extend students' learning. The ultimate goal of this technology integration is to promote College and Career Readiness through "real world" skills and interactions.

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