JCSD E-Connection
Board updates, news, and events from the around the district
Week of September 23, 2019
All attempts are made to be as accurate as possible at the time of publication. Questions, comments, or concerns can be emailed to the JCSD Communications department at jcsdcomm@jdragonmail.us.
District News & Announcements
Nyaga Selected for NCYL National Conference
ISASP Testing Results to be Released in October
The Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP) replaced the former Iowa Assessments, with students taking the new tests for the first time in spring 2019.
English language arts and math tests were given to students in grades 3 through 11, while science tests were given in grades 5, 8 and 10. ISASP better reflects what’s being taught in Iowa classrooms and how students are progressing toward grade-level expectations outlined in Iowa’s academic standards. This makes ISASP one measure that helps teachers understand where students are succeeding and where they may need more help.
Student performance on the ISASP is scored in three ways: Advanced, Proficient, and Not Yet Proficient. Because the new state test is more aligned to Iowa’s academic standards, it is more challenging.
These results will re-set the baseline for future progress on the new state test. They should not be compared to results from previous years because the state test is new and different.
Results will be used to report to parents and communities, to help guide instruction, and to assist schools in their school improvement planning.
For more information about ISASP, visit: http://iowa.pearsonaccessnext.com/.
Save the Date: School Board Candidate Forum
The District Office Has Moved!
Avoid the line! Buy your football tix today!
The JHS accounting office will be open for ticket pre-sale purchases for ALL Johnston home football games starting Monday, Sept. 16. Accounting office hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. The accounting office sells tickets in advance the week of a home game.
Tickets are $6 each and can be paid for with cash or check.You can purchase tickets for any and/or all home games in advance at the accounting office. There is no refund for unused tickets. More
Board Highlights from September 23
REPORTS
2020-21 Calendar Discussion
Standards Based Mindset Report
Financial Year End Report FY 19
Request for a New Club - JHS Steppers
Approval of SBRC for Modified Supplemental Authority for LEP/ELL Programs (approved)
Approval of Supplemental Aid for Special Education Deficit (approved)
Resolution Setting Hearing on Sale of 5608 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA (approved)
Approval for Out of State Travel to Dallas, Texas (approved)
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
2019-20 Goals: Goal #5: Increased Engagement and Visibility. This year, Supt. Kacer is keeping a rubric of each of her building visits and the purpose, such as student engagement, teacher interaction, or administrator meeting.
Construction Update: Michael Schmitz (Stahl) Michael reported a fairly smooth move for the district office personnel into the new building on Friday; crews are finishing up a small amount of work around the building now. The large wall graphic will be going in in early October. At the baseball and softball field, they are finishing up work on the fence and concrete. Once those projects are complete, seeding and plantings will be done.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Board meetings will now be held at the new district office, located at 6510 NW 62nd Ave., Johnston. October board meetings are on Monday, Oct. 7 and Monday, Oct. 21, starting at 6 p.m.
There will be a board candidate forum on Tuesday, October 15 from 6-8 p.m. at the Wallace Auditorium (6207 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston). This is an opportunity for the public to get to know the nine board candidates before the Nov. 5 election.
CONTACT THE BOARD
Persons are encouraged to send questions, comments and suggestions to our board members. Each board member can be reached by email: Greg Dockum; Jill Morrill; Justin Allen; Deb Henry; Steven Hopper; Dr. Jeanie Kerber; and Marci Cordaro.
Johnston Community School District
JCSD Non-Discrimination Statement
It is the policy of the Johnston Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices.
There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district’s Associate Superintendent, Dr. Bruce Amendt, 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, Iowa 50131, (515) 278-0470, bamendt@johnston.k12.ia.us.
Email: laura.sprague@johnston.k12.ia.us
Website: johnstoncsd.org
Location: 6510 NW 62nd Ave, Johnston, IA, USA
Phone: 515-278-0470
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnstonSchools/
Twitter: @johnstoncsd