Supporting schools and districts in the
counties of Holmes, Stark, and Wayne.
Vision: Maximizing Partnerships to Elevate Learning
School Improvement
School improvement is a continuous process for districts and schools that includes the following:
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data analysis
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problem-solving
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strategic planning
What is the purpose of school improvement?
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to develop a high-quality strategic plan to increase student achievement
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to organize strategies and resources
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to establish a monitoring plan specific to district/school goals
The SST9 School Improvement Consultants are here to help you with your strategic plans.
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There is no cost to use our services.
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Our ED STEPS Support Network will be able to help you in developing and monitoring your plans.
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If you require individual support with this process, don't hesitate to contact your SST9 consultant.
Don't hesitate to get in touch with your SST9 school improvement consultants if you have any questions or need support.
Krista L. Allison, J.D.
Consultant, Family Engagement, School Improvement
Krista.Allison@sst9.org
330-492-8136 Ext. 1553
ED STEPS
The Education Department System of Tiered E-Plans and Supports (ED STEPS) will increase coordination and streamline the timelines and processes for assessing needs, planning, and applying for funds. ED STEPS will replace the Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan (CCIP) to align with federal requirements.
ED STEPS includes the One Needs Assessment and One Plan.
Each Local Education Agency (LEA) in Ohio is required to develop a strategic plan by completing a three-year One Plan as a part of the ED STEPS process.
CLICK HERE to view the cohort list for Region 9.
We highly recommend that the internal facilitator for each LEA in Region 9 attend our quarterly ED STEPS Support Network. We will differentiate our support based on your cohort and where you are in your three-year plan. CLICK HERE to learn more about this professional learning opportunity.
Ohio Improvement Process
The Education Department System of Tiered E-Plans and Supports (ED STEPS) will increase coordination and streamline the timelines and processes for assessing needs, planning, and applying for funds. ED STEPS will replace the Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan (CCIP) to align with federal requirements.
ED STEPS includes the One Needs Assessment and One Plan.
Each Local Education Agency (LEA) in Ohio is required to develop a strategic plan by completing a three-year One Plan as a part of the ED STEPS process.
CLICK HERE to view the cohort list for Region 9.
We highly recommend that the internal facilitator for each LEA in Region 9 attend our quarterly ED STEPS Support Network. We will differentiate our support based on your cohort and where you are in your three-year plan. CLICK HERE to learn more about this professional learning opportunity.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework to improve and optimize teaching and learning for all people based on scientific insights on how humans learn. - Center for Applied Special Technology
Universal Design for Learning is not just a framework for curriculum design. It is the expression of a belief that all students are capable of learning and that instruction, when crafted and implemented with this belief in mind, can help all students succeed in inclusive and equitable learning environments. - Katie Novak
CLICK HERE for more UDL information and to visit the SST9 UDL page.
School Improvement Tools & Resources
State Support Team 9 has a wide array of resources that can be customized to meet your needs. Attend our professional learning opportunities or contact us for support.
Ohio's Statewide System of Support
Ohio’s State System of Support is in place to assist schools and districts to increase student outcomes and achievement through a continuous improvement process.
This system includes:
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State Support Teams (SST)
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Educational Service Centers (ESC)
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Instruction Technology Centers (ITC)
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Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (DEW).
This system utilizes the Ohio Improvement Process (OIP) as a framework to establish systemic collaborative structures designed to support the development and implementation of focused goals and a strategic plan looking at both students' academic and non-academic needs. ODEW's website has more information.