District Mission (E1):
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
SCHOOL PROFILE
November 2015
Leadership:
Administrative Staff =
Jeffrey Fleig, PRINCIPAL
Joe Beran, ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR
Troy McDonald, ASSOCIATE PRINCIPAL
Jeffrey Axness, DEAN OF STUDENTS
Key Committees =
Leadership Team
AVID Site Team
PBIS
School Day/Learning Time:
Hours: 7:40 AM --3:20 PM
M, Th, F:
T, W:
8 - 45 minute periods/30 minute
Mastery Learning Time
4 - 80 minutes periods/30 minute
Mastery Learning Time
After-School Hours:
Co-curricular until 9:00 PM
Summer School Options:
Health
Physical Education
Algebra 1
Geometry
Photography
U.S. History
World History
Staff:
Certified Staff = 85
Teacher Asst. = 14
Secretaries = 7
School Information
Source: Wisconsin Information System for Education
(WISEdash)
Grades
9-12
Enrollment
1042
Race/Ethnicity
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.5%
Black not Hispanic
3.9%
Hispanic
3.2%
White not Hispanic
78.4%
Two or more
5.1%
Student Groups
Students with Disabilities
17.9%
Economically Disadvantaged
37.0%
Limited English Proficient
3.1%
Additional data available at:
http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp
Students will discover their talents and
abilities and will be prepared to pursue
their dreams and aspirations while
contributing effectively to their local,
national and global communities.
Unique School Programs/Accomplishments
Things We Are Most Proud Of:
 Doubled the % of students who enroll in AP courses from 13.6% in 2010-2011 to 26.3% in 2014-15
 No lower level courses are offered. All students are expected to complete college readiness benchmarks
by the time they graduate.
 Implemented AVID or Advancement Via Individual Determination for 9th and 10th grade students
 285 students were honored by the School Board for Academic Excellence earning a 3.5 or above grade
point average.
 Perfect Attendance and Student of the Month Recognition
 Transition Program for Freshmen – Link Crew
 Grand Central Station continues to perform at a high level
 Central Bands debut two new c
HSA students went to Pine Ridge Reservation to work with students who are Indigenous
 Visual Arts Classic Team took 1st at State in critical thinking
 Central Quiz Bowl Team qualified for Nationals in Chicago
 Memorial Day Program is in its 93rd year.
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1 National Merit Commended Semi-Finalist
2nd place in State Battle of the Books Competition
 Academic Intervention Time (MLT) – 4 Times a week
 6 National Qualifiers for FCCLA Competition
Wind Ensemble continued it's streak of 1st at WSMA Large Group contest
The Wind Ensemble also worked with Pulitzer Prize winner Michael Colgrass on his composition "Bali"
 Had the most students qualify for WSMA State Solo and Ensemble than any other year in the past
decade
Select Students also participated in the WSMA All-State Band, Orchestra and Choir
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Produced the 3rd Annual CHS Lip Dub
Chamber Orchestra received the highest rating at District Solo and Ensemble
6 Outstanding Solo Performers Award at State Vocal Music Contest
3 students participated in WSMA Honors Choir
4 Students Qualified for FBLA Nationals
HIGH ACADEMIC STANDARDS:
E2:-Students will demonstrate a high level of individual success in all required and elective academic/curricular areas
using multiple measure of performance.
School Programs:
Comprehensive 9-12 curriculum including a variety of
Advanced Placement classes.
AVID – College Readiness Program
For more statistics: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp
Success Center - First step academic help program for
Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators
at-risk or potentially at-risk students.
Transition - Programs are in place to ease transitions
for new students and incoming 9th graders who benefit from
strong middle and high school collaborations (Link Crew).
PLTW – Pre-Engineering high school program
Health/Science Academy – Medical Partnership
Comprehensive Special Education Program
 One National Merit Finalist
 241 students took 330 AP Exams.
 35 Regional, 18 State, and 4 National Qualifiers for National History Day Competition.
 ACT Score of 23.3
 89.5% of our Freshmen are credit current
Academics Outside School Day
 Co-op Programs in Marketing
 Alternative Pathways
 38 students competed at the regional National History Day Competition
 20 students competed at the state National History Day Competition
7 students qualified for the National History Day Competition in Washington D C
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Evidence of Success – Page 2
School Goals:
STANDARDS OF THE HEART – caring, success, potential
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Increase the number of 9 grade students who are credit
current after their Freshman year.
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Increase the overall number of sophomores, juniors, and
seniors who are credit current.
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CHS will continue our PLC journey by focusing on a shift in
school culture with an emphasis on learning and schoolwide academic & behavioral tier 1 interventions.
E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing
citizens in a diverse world.
E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to
make effective and responsible life choices.
 Core Values/Citizenship Education
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Professional Development:
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22 completed AVID Path Training in Math,
Science, Culturally Relevent Teaching, &
Tutorology
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Student Services
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Family, School, and Community
Partnerships:
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La Crosse Education Foundation
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Helps with grants to support students in need
through the Random Act of Kindness Fund.
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Apprenticeships/Co-Ops
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Employers work in partnership to offer Central
students work opportunities and experience in the
community.
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“Yes You Can” can collection
Scholarships
Financial Support
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Co-Curricular Activities
Scholarships - $20,750.00 in 2012-13
Work together on Alumni events such as the Hall of
Excellence.
Originated in 1999
Honors alumni and staff for outstanding
achievement or service to Central High School or
the community they reside in.
School Meetings
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Meetings with parents representing each school
class, transition meetings, financial aid meetings
with senior parents, curriculum fair, and cocurricular meetings.
Monthly Parent Roundtable Meetings
Parent Organizations
 Organization supporting band, show choir, and cocurricular teams.
Altra Federal Credit Union
 Branch office at Central.
 College & Military Visits
 Job Shadows & Career Speakers from the Community
Student Senate volunteer work at Community Food Pantry.
NHS Volunteer Work
Central music students are active in a larger community through
their involvement in recitals, singing competitions, La Crosse
Youth Symphony and La Crosse Concert Band.
Pumpkin Pie baking for Thanksgiving Day Program.
Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts
Hall of Excellence
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Central Alumni Association
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Central High School has four counselors, a school psychologist,
and a school social worker.
Academic, career, and personal/crisis counseling.
Facilitate and interpret a wide variety of tests.
Each student develops a four year high school plan.
Career assistant available to coordinate career speakers and job
shadows.
Student support groups.
Evening informational meetings for parents.
Individual Freshman & Junior Planning Conferences
Career Expo
Community Involvement/Volunteer Work
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Central Booster Club
Student Senate and National Honor Society Food Drives.
Show Choir raised $5000 to benefit cancer
Rotary Lights Participation
National Honor Society held two blood drives.
Peer P.A.S.S. Tutors
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Olympic Week Talent Night
Pep Assemblies
Academic Excellence Recognition
Blake Leeper Assembly
Senior Appreciation Lunch
School Leader Recognition Assembly
9th Grade Welcome Program – Link Crew
All School Lip Dub
Central High School offers a wide array of co-curricular activities
ranging from music, to athletics, to intramurals. 828 students
participated in athletics and 556 participated in non-athletic
groups in 2014-15.
LACROSSROADS
SCHOOL PROFILE
Evidence of Success
District Mission (E1):
Students will discover their talents
and abilities and will be prepared to
pursue their dreams and aspirations
while contributing effectively to
their local, national and global
communities.
November 2015
Leadership:
Administrative Staff = 2
Logan Campus – Walter Gnewikow
Central Campus – Troy McDonald
Key Committees-Student Management Team,
RTI and PBIS.
Unique School Programs/Accomplishments
School Day/Learning Time:
Hours: M-Tu-F: 8:00 a.m. - 1:36 p.m. daily
W/Th: 8:00 a.m. - 12:40 p.m. daily
Resource Period from 7:40-7:55
Management Time: M-Tu-F: 1:41-2:26
W/Th: 1:10-2:40
HIGH ACADEMIC STANDARDS:
Graduation Ceremonies Coordinated with Community Organizations
PBIS Support for making positive choices
Computer Class building and donating 2 computers
E2:-Students will demonstrate a high level of individual success in all required and elective
academic/curricular areas using multiple measures of performance.
Staff:
Certified Staff = 2.0 FTE
Teacher Asst. = 1.0 FTE
Class size = 29
School Information
Source: Wisconsin Information System for Education
(WISEdash)
Grades
9-12
Enrollment
56
Race/Ethnicity
American Indian or Alaska Native
3.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.1%
Black not Hispanic
5.4%
Hispanic
5.4%
White not Hispanic
76.8%
Two or more
1.8%
Student Groups
Students with Disabilities
1.8%
Economically Disadvantaged
66.0%
Limited English Proficient
3.6%
Additional data available at:
http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp
School Programs:
Resource Period – Daily program designed to
provide students and staff with a consistent
and regular opportunity for remediation,
make-up, and enrichment experiences.
For more statistics: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp
Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators
100% graduation rate
An average .75 GPA increase since entering LaCrossroads
Continued partnership with Valley View Rotary, Downtown Rotary Club of
La Crosse and Breakfast Optimists (Rotary North won the state of Wisconsin
Vocational Service Award for their partnership with LaCrossroads)
LACROSSROADS
Evidence of Success – Page 2
Goals:
1. Review 2013-2014 Skyward Data
2. Use data and assessments to drive
targeted interventions to improve
student learning
3. Utilize on line curriculums (ALEKS)
and project based learning to help
students recover/earn credit
Professional Development:
 Sent a team to a State Math
Conference
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Sent a team to Professional Learning
Communities Conference
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Staff DPI certified in At-Risk/Alt-Ed
instruction
Family, School, and Community
Partnerships:
La Crosse Optimist Club
Valley View Rotary Club
UW-La Crosse
Bridges YWCA Program
YMCA Teen Center
Gundersen Behavioral Health
Workforce Connections
La Crosse County Human Services
Marine Credit Union
RAYS Program-Lutheran Social Services
La Crosse Chamber of Commerce
HOPE Academy
STANDARDS OF THE HEART – caring, success, potential
E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing
citizens in a diverse world.
E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to
make effective and responsible life choices.
 Core Values/Citizenship Education
LaCrossroads stresses the values of teamwork, honesty,
acceptance of diversity, and quality work.
 Guidance/Pupil Services
LaCrossroads has three full-time coordinators. They provide
each student with an individualized plan for attaining a high
school diploma. They also provide career guidance. Finally,
they serve on school committees, which work to enhance
student climate and culture.
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Community Involvement/Volunteer Work
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Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts
The youth of LaCrossroads participated in many service
learning projects. The students volunteered at a variety of
community events including Rotary Lights, Enchanted Forest,
Eco Park clean up, Hunger Task Force food pantry, and TLC
Resource Center. Also, the students present to colleges and
various community programs on the subject of alternative
education and at-risk youth.
Participation in co-curricular activities
Participation in Student of the Month
Participation in KUDOS cards for PBIS
Logan High School
District Mission (E1):
Students will discover their talents and abilities and will be prepared to
pursue their dreams and aspirations while contributing effectively to
their local, national and global communities.
SCHOOL PROFILE
November 2015
Leadership:
Administrative Staff = Principal- Dr. Deborah Markos,
Associate Principal- Wally Gnewikow, Dean of StudentsTony DePaolo, and Activities Director: Steve Hole
Key Committees: Faculty Leadership Team, School
Improvement Team, Student Management Team (SMT)
PBIS Team, Staff Development, Senior Leadership,
Team. Technology Committee, Safety Committee,
Scheduling Committee, Scholarship Committee,
National Honor Society, Selection Committee,
Parent-Teacher Organization
School Day/Learning Time:
Hours: 7:40 am – 3:20 pm
Daily Resource: Period before school each day
Extended Learning- two days each week with
90 minute classes
Staff/Classes:
Certified Staff: 70
Teacher Assistants: 15
Administrative Assistants: 6
Average Class Size: 25
Core classes: 40
Elective classes: 70
School Information
Source: Wisconsin Information System for Education
(WISEdash)
Grades
9-12
Enrollment
804
Race/Ethnicity
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
12.4%
Black not Hispanic
6.6%
Hispanic
2.9%
White not Hispanic
72.5%
Two or more
5.0%
Student Groups
Students with Disabilities
17.7%
Economically Disadvantaged
44.0%
Limited English Proficient
4.5%
Additional data available at:
http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp
Unique School Programs/Accomplishments Things We’re Most Proud Of:
 State Report Card- School “EXCEEDING” Expectations in 2012-13; 2013-2014
 Top 100 School (U.S. News & World Report) 2007; 2013
 President George Bush visits Logan in 2002- Honored our High Achieving/High Poverty
School; 1 of 2 Wisconsin high schools selected to kick off the No Child Left Behind Act.
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School of Merit for implementation for Positive Behavioral and Intervention Support
A.P. and Honors courses (21 AP courses)
AVID School Program- Advancement Via Individual Determination
MVC all sports award winners in 2006, runner-up in 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
“LOGAN FAMILY” tradition that encompasses a compassionate, caring, and mindful learning
environment
 Freshman Mentor Program for 8th grade students prior to and during their freshman year
 Named a “New Wisconsin Promise School” in 2007
 National Award Winning Ranger Renaissance student organization which rewards
student and staff for academic achievement, culminating with Academic Pep Assembly in April
 Renaissance School- We adopted a philosophy to recognize academic achievement and
excellence throughout the year. Annual Academic Pep Assembly recognizes over 65% of the
student body for academic achievements
 Champions program-high school students mentoring middle school and elementary
students on the dangers of Drugs and Alcohol
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Prom for Intellectually Disabled students in conjunction with school Prom
 Gundersen Lutheran collaboration on behavioral health issues and the impacts on students
and their families.
 Adaptive Sports League
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Professional Development School-partnering with UW-La Crosse training teachers
Partnering for Success I & II (Western Technical College) Compass Test
Ranger Resource – student peer tutoring, new student testing, new student mentors.
Daily Resource – all teachers available to students for remediation, enrichment, assignment
help, and make up testing
E2: Students will demonstrate a high level of individual success in all required &
elective academic/curricular areas using multiple measures of performance.
School Programs: Resource Period –provides students
and staff with an opportunity for remediation, make-up, and
enrichment experiences. Basic Skills – first step academic
help program for at-risk or potentially at-risk students. Theater – high
quality fall, spring and summer theater performances. Ranger
Resource Room – student peer tutoring program pairing NHS
students with those needing extra help. Cisco Academy – 2
year program that prepares students for the National Cisco computer
System certification.
For more statistics: http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portalHome.jsp
Freshman Mentor Program- help 9th graders transition to HS
Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators
Project Lead the Way Recognized School3 National Merit Finalists in 2008, 2009, and 2015. 1 National Merit Semi-Finalist-2014. 3 National merit and
Revising/developing courses with emphasis on Engineering.
State Byrd scholars in 2007.1 National Merit Finalist in each of the following years (2010, 2011, 2012)
Health Science Academy-This two-year program is
AP testing stats - # of students taking these tests continues to increase annually. More than 60% score a 3 or
flourishing in the seventh year-serves as a model for the state.
better earning college credit in twelve different AP courses and several students were recognized by college
Targeted Intervention Study Halls- for struggling students.
board with “honors” and “distinction” 21 total AP Offerings
State test scores – consistently above state and national averages
School-Age Parent, English Language Learners
ACT scores above State & National averages 22.3 (2011) 22.4 (2012) 22.7 (2014) 22.4 (2015)
(ELL), AVID School, La Crosse Future Center,
3 Content Area Academies, Extended classes that provide
core content support.
Academics Outside School Day
School to work programs
Mentorship programs – placement throughout the community at variety of work sites
Youth Apprenticeships – credit class and paid apprenticeships in Banking
Alternative Pathways – individual plans/contracts for earning credit outside of school
Bio 105 taught in articulation with UW-LaCrosse; students can earn dual credit in HS & college
Summer School original credit offerings as well as recovery credit
Youth Options for post-secondary enrollment at our three local institutions
Foreign Exchange & Foreign Travel Programs
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We believe building relationships with students in the “Logan
Family” in a key to success
We believe that each and every person needs to be treated with
respect
We believe personalized learning is a key to successful student
learning
We believe the learning and development process is enhanced
by involvement in academics, arts, activities, and the
community.
We believe intellectual and cultural diversity are valued
We believe all students need to develop values associated with
moral and ethical conduct to become contributing members of
society
We believe it is critical to celebrate our successes
Goals:
1. Increase enrollment numbers at Logan High School by 5% between
September 1, 2015 and September 1, 2016.
2. Improve math scores for students based on STAR data by 5%
between September 1, 2015 and June 1, 2016.
3. Develop and implement 2 teaching strategies related to student
needs based on data during the 2015-2016 school year.
4. To become an AVID school wide high school by 2020.
5. Improve “life skills” of students from September 1, 2015 to June 1,
2015 by 5%. (Focus 2015-2016- Be on Time)
Professional Development: The district assists schools with planning
and organizing 5 staff development days annually. There are also 7 Early
Release days. In addition, our building has 53 release days for
instructional leave purposes. Departments have the autonomy to include
conventions, workshops, and travel expenses in their building budget
allotments. Our school uses up to two days each year for departments or
individuals to develop staff development plans to meet their specific
needs. Teachers and staff earning advanced degrees are given public
commendation and advancement on pay scale.
Family, School, and Community Partnerships:
La Crosse Public Education Foundation
* Helps with grants for unique educational programs
* Annual funds distributed to schools for “random acts of kindness”
“Old Towne North” business district partnership* * Decorate
Caledonia St. for Homecoming Parade
* Art/music students provide assistance with the annual Christmas Fair
Student Rotary- Interact Club. Helps other in need
Mentorships/Apprenticeships/Coops
* Several area employers work with the school district to employ and train
students in the various school-to-work programs.
Logan Booster Club
* Cans for Kids Program to fund student organizations
* Scholarships for seniors annually
Logan Alumni Association
* Scholarships for seniors awarded annually from endowment fund
* Work together on Alumni events such as Homecoming social and the
annual Ranger Rally
Wall of Fame
* Originated in 1985
* Honors Alumni and staff for outstanding achievement or service to
Logan High School
Parent Organizations supporting band, show choir, various athletic
teams, and school functioning
Craft Fair – The Logan Parent Organization sponsors a successful craft
fair annually raising more than $12,000 for senior scholarships each year.
Antique Show-sponsored by Logan band parent Organization and
supported by local and area businesses
La Crosse Breakfast Optimist & Northside Rotary
*These civic groups support Logan High School by providing scholarships
and mentorships
STANDARDS OF THE HEART – caring, success, potential
E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing
citizens in a diverse world.
E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to make
effective and responsible life choices.
* Core Values/Citizenship Education – Annoucements, class meetings,
assemblies and classroom teachers all have a school theme throughout the
year in various ways. 2014-2015 Theme: Excellence is An Attitude. Life
Skill: Be on Time. Additionally, our Ranger Renaissance School philosophy
recognizes achievement of students and staff throughout the year in a
variety of ways highlighted by the annual Academic Pep Assembly, which
recognizes more than 600 students.
* Student Services – Logan High School has 3 full-time counselors, a
school psychologist, and a part-time social worker. Career Pathways and 4
year student course planning have been a focus of our “Guidance in the
Classrooms” developmental guidance program as well as Freshman and
Junior Conferencing. They are also part of our Student Management Team
which focuses on meeting student needs.
*Community Involvement/Volunteer Work: Walk-A-Thon for local
charities; community food drive, Christmas gift program for children;,
city/area Thanksgiving dinner, Northside and Southside community garden,
blood drives, tutoring in elementary schools, Middle School/High School
Basketball Challenge, Soup Kitchen at Salvation Army and much more. Our
National Honor Society has been recognized at the state level for
volunteerism. Athletic and community groups also volunteer and do service
in the community. Awesome Ranger Role Models are Logan students who
have scheduled volunteer duties in two district elementary schools (ARRM).
*Assemblies/School-Wide Efforts: 20-20 Vision, Excellence is An
Attitude theme, Annual Academic Pep Assembly, PBIS Recognition Days,
athletic assemblies, Ranger Renaissance reward programs for students and
staff, peer tutoring program, Logan Ambassador Program to assist in
mentoring new students, Building Assets in Youth, promotion of diversity
and non-violence with monthly events. Daily freshmen mentoring program
focus on transition to high school.
*Clubs, Co-Ex Activities – Logan High School offers a wide variety of cocurricular activities. A total of about 650 students participated on an athletic
team and 492 students participated in a non-athletic group during the
2014-15 school year at Logan. These numbers include counting each
student for every activity that they were involved in. Our dedicated staff
members coach or advise the majority of our co-curricular activities with the
assistance of parent support groups, college students, and volunteers. The
main goal of our coaching/advising staff is to ensure that each student
leaves Logan with a sense of belonging to a team or group, and has
acquired some life long skills, such as commitment and teamwork, that will
help them to be successful in the future. The staff at Logan agrees with the
many studies that indicate the direct correlation between co-curricular
involvement in high school and overall student performance in the areas of
attendance, GPA, and future success. This is evident by the large number of
co-curricular participants who were recognized for their academic
achievement. Logan High school had almost 200 student-athletes earn
Academic All-Conference Awards, which requires a 3.5 GPA and awarding of
a varsity letter. In addition, Logan had 11 different groups or individuals
advance to State level competition and 2 group advance to National
competition. The Class Act Show Choir is a perennial finals competition
competitor.
7Rivers Community High School
(7R) PROFILE
Evidence of Success
November 2015
Leadership Staff:
Dr. Penny A. Reedy, Principal
Jenna Jensen, Operations Assistant
Keachen Abing, Advisor
Matt Weege, Advisor
Eve Wilczewski, Curriculum Coach
Key Committees =
 La Crosse School District Board of
Education
 Coulee Region Authentic Learning Council
(CRALC) composed of area businesses,
parents, and school personnel
School Day/Learning Time:
Hours: 7:50-2:45 p.m.
After-School Advisor Hours: 2:45-4:00
Staff:
Certified Staff = 2.5 FTE
School Information
Source: Wisconsin Information System for
Education (WISEdash)
Grades
9-11
Enrollment
40
Race/Ethnicity
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.5%
Black not Hispanic
0.0%
Hispanic
5.0%
White not Hispanic
82.5%
Two or more
2.5%
Student Groups
Students with Disabilities
7.5%
Economically Disadvantaged
47.5%
Limited English Proficient
0.0%
Additional data available at:
http://wisedash.dpi.wi.gov/Dashboard/portal
Home.jsp
School Programs:
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Servant Leadership Academy through
Viterbo University
F.A.C.T. (anti-tobacco group)
YMCA Phy. Ed. Partnership
R.S.V.P. assistance in ALEKS math,
Rosetta Stone & Science
High School Band at Logan & Central
H.S.
ISN school partnership/collaborations via
Zoom conference software
District Mission (E1):
Students will discover their talents and
abilities and will be prepared to pursue
their dreams and aspirations while
contributing effectively to their local,
national and global communities.
Unique School Programs/Accomplishments:
Inaugural Year of our Project Based High School. Advisor-guided projects transitioning into studentled projects for 9th & 10th grade students.
Personally designed learning plans for every student, highlighting academic and life goals for the
academic school year and beyond.
100% of 7Rivers’ students designed their own learning projects guided by the WI State Standards.
Community building first weeks included: canoeing, high ropes course, walking field trips, name games,
and various trust-building activities.
Successful 1:1 MacBook Pro implementation to “own education” in a digital literacy age.
Over 66 community experts came in as speakers; 48 community outings (all-school or small group) for
academics, leadership, or community building; 13 school-wide volunteer opportunities participated in.
7R students partnered with Viterbo University in three main areas: (1) Tom Thibodeau’s Servant
Leadership Academy weekly-speaking partnership; (2) Semester speakers on topics like GRIT and
empathy; (3) Adolescent Psychology class engaging in Socratic seminars with small groups of students
each week of second semester.
One hundred percent of students in a focused writing skills intervention group improved by at least 1
measure-indicator.
7R implemented 2 community-wide showcases that included University students and staff, district staff,
parents of students, and community members.
7R partnered with LDI students twice for pre-showcase evaluations.
6 Community volunteers from RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) working with students on
mathematics, research, physical science, photography, and foreign languages.
6 Community volunteers (non-RSVP related) volunteering regularly in topics such as biology, personal
financing, teen leadership, healthy lifestyles, and teen issues.
All students use self-paced, online math program, ALEKS. This program allows students to work at own
level anywhere and at anytime they have Wi-Fi.
90% of 7R students worked through the writing process with two UW-L English PDS students to
complete Experiential Learning papers for credit.
7R students planned, organized, and carried out a thank you spaghetti luncheon for over 40 community
volunteers
Students of 7R successfully design, create, and perform student-led presentations to peers and the
community at least 10 times per year.
Two Parent-Student-Advisory Conferences where 92% of families attended.
The first year of 7R hosted 3 PDS students from UW-L (in the areas of English and History).
HIGH ACADEMIC STANDARDS:
Curriculum-Based Achievement Indicators
End of the semester & year Personalized Learning Plan/Credit defenses
Individual and group project defenses
Portfolio Assessment
Student-led Conferences
ALEKS growth & SDLAX math semester exams
FACT-(Anti Tobacco Use Group)
YMCA S.M.A.R.T. goal achievement
Rosetta Stone progress monitoring
Project Foundry Project Rubrics
Academics Outside School Day
Band at Logan & Central High Schools
Community Theatre shows
Viterbo Fine Arts performance
7Rivers Community High School
Evidence of Success
STANDARDS OF THE HEART – caring, success, potential
Goals:
Mission Statement: Students take ownership for
their education.
Vision Statement: We are a dynamic community
that collaborates in leadership, critical thinking,
and innovation.
Professional Development:
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Project-Based Learning
Project Foundry
Weekly Professional Learning Communities
(PLC’s) cross-advisory
Charter School Conferences through ISN
Collaborative Teaming and Consensus Decision
Making
Visiting/Observing other PBL’s in student groups
E3: Students will strive for mutual understanding as contributing
citizens in a diverse world.
E4: Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to
make effective and responsible life choices.
Core Values/Citizenship Education
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Compassion: understanding and caring enough to help fellow people Cooperation: working together for the good of all Integrity: doing the right thing even when no one is looking Service: giving to others in the spirit of excellence Creativity: using imagination to help you solve problems and see things differently Excellence: a passionate desire to give your best in every task and relationship Respect: treat others as you would wish to be treated Guidance/Pupil Services
 Student support groups as needed
 Individual counseling of students as needed
 Pull-out Social Services aid as needed
Family, School, and Community
Partnerships:
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Coulee Region Authentic Learning Council
UW-La Crosse Student Teachers and Professional
Development School (PDS)
UW-La Crosse School of Education
Viterbo University’s Institute for Ethics in
Leadership
Viterbo Dept. of Adolescent Psychology
Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
YMCA
ISN PBL school partnerships
Salvation Army
Kane Street Community Garden
Festival Foods
Junior Achievement
Myrick Eco Center
Dynamic Recycling
Trane Co.
Organic Valley
Community Involvement/Volunteer Work
Forty hour expectation of community service for each student, 10 of which
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were completed as a large-school group, 30 of which were individually
designed
Fighting Against Corporate Tobacco (FACT)
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Coulee Region middle school, high school & administrative
presentations.
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Hosted State Representatives to discuss how Corporate Tobacco is
targeting teens and its affect on students
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Neighborhood park cigarette butt pick-up
Salvation Army Thrift Store and Family Center help
Kane Street Community Garden work
School-wide rake’n’runs
7 Bridges Trash walk
Rotary Lights
Clubs, Co-Ex Activities
FACT
Football
Golf
Band (Logan & Central)