Congratulations to the Palmer Way community for their academic growth. We grew 34 API points! Our new API score is now at 833. Our new mantra includes reaching 900!
This year at Palmer Way, our priorities continue to focus on academics, the cumulative effect of instruction, the whole child and the use of technology. Academically, our quarter 1 assessments are promising. We had over 200 students who scored above 80 %. An astonishing 15 students received 100%. The top three student scores in each classroom received honor roll pins with over 50 students receiving Panther Honor Roll Pins. In addition, students with perfect attendance last week was at an all-time high of 84%.

Our focus on the cumulative effect of instruction has evolved into making a commitment to focus on meaningful collaboration. During our weekly Instructional Data Team meetings, grade level teachers spend time analyzing student performance data, planning targeted support for students and creating adult action goals. Moreover, during staff collaborative and site days, we continue to build our capacity in the areas of English Language Learners, writing and math.

The whole child is important to us as we work through our second year of Collaborative Teachers and Artists (CoTA) grant. Every class participates and works with an artist to bring the arts into everyday content areas.

Technology remains a vital part of our organization. This year we’ve created a comprehensive student usage software plan that tailors our student’s interaction with their needs. Success Maker, Imagine Learning, Read About, Scholastic Reading Inventory all remain an essential component of our student’s everyday lives.

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