Scott Steele Past President Scott Steele is the California Schools to Watch Director at California League of Schools. CLS produces multi-day professional development events for educators throughout California, guides the California Schools to Watch model schools program, and is involved in several federal grants. Scott is also involved in the California Middle-Grade Alliance and heads the CLS Educator of the Year program. Before joining CLS, Scott spent 33 years in the Clovis Unified School District as a middle school teacher, elementary principal, middle school principal (and former Schools to Watch principal) and Director of Educational Services. Scott is from Fresno, California and attended Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. < Back

ICEF Vista Middle Academy ICEF Public Schools Los Angeles County Brenna Persky, Principal Enrollment: 210. Grade Levels: 6-8. School Characteristics and Replicable Practices Student talk routines increase participation in math Targeted small group interventions in ELA and math Restorative response to discipline Social circles to build classroom community Executive functioning in the middle grades

Alpha: Cornerstone Academy Preparatory Santa Clara County Office of Education Santa Clara County Fallon Housman, Principal Enrollment: 521. Grade Levels: TK-8. School Characteristics and Replicable Practices Targeted literacy & math interventions built into the daily schedule Elective choices include intramurals on minimum days MTSS: Five academic interventionists support students per quarterly data Three assistant principals serve as instructional coaches, meet with teachers twice a week Daily professional development each morning (PBIS, MTSS, DEI, culture)

Portola Middle School Orange Unified School District Orange County Jeffery Morgan, Principal Enrollment: 595. Grade Levels: 6-8. School Characteristics and Replicable Practices AVID best practices school wide Verizon Innovative Learning School Portola PREP Days for college-and-career readiness 1-to-1 device implementation with built-in LTE/WIFI and instructional coach Knowing their stories: Building relationships with our students

East Avenue Middle School Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District Alameda County Jesse Hansen, Principal Enrollment: 547. Grade Levels: 6-8. School Characteristics and Replicable Practices PLCs: Common essential standards, assessments, rubrics, and reteaching Engage students through clubs, intramurals, and social events Wellness center and tiered social and emotional support Students plan recognitions for contributions of diverse students Data analysis identifies areas of need and the impact of interventions

South Carolina Arizona | Arkansas | California | Colorado | Georgia | Illinois | Indiana | Kentucky | Michigan | New Jersey | New York | North Carolina | Ohio | Pennsylvania | South Carolina | Texas | Utah | Virginia State Director David McDonald, Ph.D. dmcdonald@greenville.k12.sc.us Participating Organizations South Carolina Association for Middle-Level Education 225 Gardenwalk Drive West Columbia, SC 29170 Phone: 803-261-6117 E-mail: tina.jamison@scamle.org State Website: www.scamle.org Joined National STW Program in 2006 Schools to Watch Application 2025 Application Instructions South Carolina Schools to Watch (Year Initially Designated) Batesburg-Leesville Middle School (2020) Beck International Academy (2020) Blue Ridge Middle School (2023) Blythewood Middle School (2008) Camden Middle School (2019) Campobello Gramling School (2014) Carolina Springs Middle School (2023) Castle Heights Middle School (2011) CE Williams Middle School (2018) Chapin Middle (2017) College Park Middle School (2011) Crayton Middle School (2017) Cyril B Busbee Middle School (2021) Dent Middle School (2021) Dutchman Creek Middle School (2013) H.E. McCracken Middle School (2015) Landrum Middle School (2015) League Academy for Communication Arts (2011) Leavelle McCampbell Middle School (2023) Lugoff-Elgin Middle School (2007) Mabry Middle School (2011) Mid-Carolina Middle School (2017) Muller Road Middle (2020) North Central Middle School (2023) Northwest Middle School (2021) Palmetto Middle School (2008) R. H. Fulmer Middle School (2012) Ralph Chandler Middle (2021) Riverside Middle School (2019) Sevier Middle School (2020) South Middle School (2013) Springfield Middle School (2016) St. James Middle School (2015) School Profiles Coming Soon

Helen Tyson Middle School 2017-2018 SCHOOL STATISTICS Designated in 2008 Re-Designated in 2011,2014,2018 Demographics Hispanic 51% White 30% African American 3% Asian 3% Native American 1% Pacific Islander 13% Filipino 0% Two or More 0% Other 0% School Characteristics and Replicable Practices Academic Excellence Foundational to our success is to set expectations for high student academic achievement. Communicating daily/weekly in a clear manner to both students and parents, displaying exemplar samples of student work when teachers model expectations for daily lessons and assessments, and providing rubrics to students which set the standard of excellence and expectations for performance. Staff use multiple points of data to provide support and intervention to their students. Layers of a variety of supports for students and staff members including English Language Arts, English Language Learners, and Math. After school scholars program, before and after school opportunities as well as 21st CLC is available for all students. Prime Time is the glue that holds all supports together, combining the affective and academic needs. Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are focused on student improvement. All students held to high expectations including English Language Learners (ELLs) and Special Education Students who are taught grade level standards. English Language Development (ELD) program is crucial to the needs of our ELLs and migrant students. Our staff encourages students to participate in programs such as ACT Honors Challenge and Duke TIP. All students receive personalized learning. Developmental Responsiveness At the heart of Responsiveness is communication. There is a consistent whole-student focus. Service learning opportunities for all students are available to give back in a variety different clubs. Teaming has led to the development of strong student-teacher bonding and close, respectful relationships between and among students and the adults. We have strong partnerships with outside agencies. A variety of club offerings are available for students. Students are provided with multiple opportunities for leadership avenues and the administration is open to students’ ideas including CREW and LEAD. Teachers offer opportunities for student voice in day to day learning. Family nights are well-attended and are focused on different themes such as literacy and social studies, math and science, multicultural, sports, and movie night. Social Equity The cornerstone of Helen Tyson remaining an achieving school is how we assure that every student experiences a coherent and content-rich curriculum. In our district, “All means All”: All children will learn.This entails a solid education for “all” student within our building, regardless of the skill level they arrive with. Guest speakers, student led performances and others in the community are utilized to enhance academics. The Dynamic program focuses on Balfanz research to proactively target students in specific areas such as attendance, grades, and discipline. Cultural diversity is ingrained in the school climate. Students have a voice and feel heard, acknowledged, and respected. Incoming students are provided orientation to ensure a smooth and orderly transition to the middle school. Curricular decisions are made based on the diverse needs of our students. Faculty and administration are involved in teaching a Prime Time as well as interventions. Organizational Support The cornerstone of Helen Tyson remaining an achieving school is how we assure that every student experiences a coherent and content-rich curriculum. In our district, “All means All”: All children will learn.This entails a solid education for “all” student within our building, regardless of the skill level they arrive with. Master schedule indicates blocking for maximum instructional strategies and use of time. Teachers meet consistently in data driven PLC’s. Student-focused transition systems are in place and parents reported a welcoming enrollment process that is family oriented. Student leaders can be the teachers in classes. Community partners are alive and well in our school including the University of Arkansas, profit and nonprofit organizations and cultural leaders in the city. The leaders and staff have a spirit of continuous improvement and reflection.

New York Arizona | Arkansas | California | Colorado | Georgia | Illinois | Indiana | Kentucky | Michigan | New Jersey | New York | North Carolina | Ohio | Pennsylvania | South Carolina | Texas | Utah | Virginia State Director David Vroman dvroman@potsdam.k12.ny.us Christine Radez christine.radez@nysed.gov Participating Organizations New York State Dept. of Education 89 Washington Ave 320-EB Albany, NY 12234 Phone: (518) 474-0059 Email: christine.radez@nysed.gov State Website: www.eestw.org Joined National STW Program in 2004 Schools to Watch Application 2025 Application Instructions New York Schools to Watch (Year Initially Designated) A.A. Kingston Middle School ( 2009 ) A.D. Oliver Middle School ( 2020 ) Ballston Spa Middle School ( 2015 ) Barker Road Middle School ( 2006 ) Bay Trail Middle School ( 2010 ) Calkins Road Middle School ( 2006 ) Carrie Palmer Weber Middle School ( 2011 ) Clinton Middle School ( ? ) Corning‐Painted Post Middle School ( 2019 ) Cosgrove Middle School ( 2017 ) Cuba-Rushford Middle School ( 2023 ) Farnsworth Middle School ( 2012 ) Fieldstone Middle School ( 2018 ) Garden City Middle School ( 2011 ) Glens Falls Middle School ( 2009 ) Honeoye Falls‐Lima Middle School ( 2013 ) Indian Lake Middle School ( 2012 ) Island Trees Memorial Middle School ( 2020 ) Jericho Middle School ( 2009 ) Johanna Perrin Middle School ( 2013 ) Jonas E. Salk Middle School ( 2020 ) William T. Rogers Middle School ( ? ) Lakeland Copper Beech Middle School ( 2010 ) Longwood Junior High School ( 2012 ) Marlboro Middle School ( 2023 ) Martha Brown Middle School ( 2012 ) Memorial Junior High School ( 2017 ) Millbrook Middle School ( 2019 ) Mineola Middle School ( 2019 ) Moravia Middle School ( 2006 ) North Salem Middle School ( 2007 ) Mineola Middle School ( 2016 ) Oceanside Middle School ( 2012 ) Oliver W. Winch Middle School ( 2006 ) Plainedge Middle School ( 2019 ) Rocky Point Middle School ( 2019 ) Sayville Middle School ( 2006 ) South Orangetown Middle School ( 2015 ) Twelve Corners Middle School ( 2006 ) Van Wyck Junior High School ( 2012 ) Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Middle School ( 2018 ) Wantagh Middle School ( 2023 ) School Profiles Coming Soon

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Kentucky Arizona | Arkansas | California | Colorado | Georgia | Illinois | Indiana | Kentucky | Michigan | New Jersey | New York | North Carolina | Ohio | Pennsylvania | South Carolina | Texas | Utah | Virginia State Director Robb Smith, Ph.D. stwkentucky@gmail.com Participating Organizations Kentucky Middle School Association Kentucky Department of Education Kentucky Association of Educational Cooperatives Joined National STW Program in 2004 Schools to Watch Application 2025 Application Instructions Kentucky Schools to Watch (Year Initially Designated) Adairville School 2004 Auburn School 2004 Chandlers School 2010 Lewisburg School 2018 Mayfield Middle School 2017 Olmstead School 2005 School Profiles Coming Soon

March Middle School Val Verde Unified School District Riverside County Rosalind Henderson, Principal Enrollment: 770. Grade Levels: 6-8. School Characteristics and Replicable Practices FLEX-FLEX Tues./Thurs. interventions allow reteaching, extra time, material review School-wide discipline flowchart created with teacher input Tier 1 climate and culture team for trends, SEL supports, positive incentives Panorama student success IDs students needing academic/behavior/SEL support Online incident reporting system accessible to students and parents 24/7

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