CSD Weekly Update
November 22, 2024
CSD Continues to Make Great Gains
The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced the Phase II release of PVAAS reporting based on SY23-24, and the data continues to show that CSD schools have met or exceeded 100% of the growth performance targets, and academic achievement scores are rising. The below charts will show the following:
Math
Grades 3-8 PSSA achievement results show a +12.7% increase from 2021 to 2024. This is above pre-pandemic achievement.
Keystone Algebra 1 achievement results show a +12.2% increase from 2021 to 2024. This is above pre-pandemic achievement.
CSD is meeting or exceeding 100% of PVAAS Growth Performance Targets in math for the first time in at least over a decade (10 years).
ELA/Literature
Grades 3-8 PSSA achievement results show a -3.5% decrease from 2021 to 2024. This is below pre-pandemic achievement.
Keystone Literature achievement results show a -2.4% decrease from 2021 to 2024. This is above pre-pandemic achievement.
CSD is meeting or exceeding 100% of PVAAS Growth Performance Targets in ELA/Literature for the first time in at least over a decade (10 years).
- The PSSA Grades 3-8 Science achievement results show a +14.7 % increase from 2021 to 2024, which is above the pre-pandemic achievement.
- Keystone Biology achievement results show a +0.7% increase from 2021 to 2024. This is below pre-pandemic achievement.
CSD is meeting or exceeding 100% of PVAAS Growth Performance Targets in science for the first time in at least over a decade (10 years).
CSD used the NCEA Core Practice Framework model to help us develop and support a coherent, comprehensive, and sustained approach to our improvement efforts. The Framework provides both structure, a way of categorizing those educational practices that distinguish higher-performing schools from others, and content, a collection of information on the practices themselves. As such, it provides an organizing guide for all improvement decisions. The structure of the Framework is built around five primary challenges (themes) that must be addressed in order to improve teaching and learning in a school system.
Achievement and Progress
When achievement and progress information are used together (as shown in the graphic), it provides powerful insight into the impact schools and teachers have on student learning.
Impact of the Pandemic: Unfinished Learning Recovery
Although the COVID-19 pandemic created unprecedented challenges, the following slides will show that Centennial School District has continued our efforts to support positive outcomes and increased academic growth of our students.
Keystone Algebra I Achievement (2019-24)
This chart shows that from 2019 - 2024, our Keystone Algebra I Achievement scores had a slight dip and are now steadily increasing since the Pandemic. This shows a +12.2% increase from 2021 to 2024. This is above pre-pandemic achievement.
PVAAS Historical Growth Summary for Mathematics (2013-2014 to 2023-2024)
PSSA English Language Arts Achievement (2019-24)
This chart shows that from 2019 - 2024, our grades 3-8 (overall) PSSA ELA Achievement scores had a slight decline since the Pandemic. Worth noting - our grades 7 and 8 scores have increased. Our evidence-based supports are working in Secondary and need time and consistency to continue to work in Elementary! This shows a -3.5% decrease from 2021 to 2024. This is below pre-pandemic achievement.
Keystone Literature Achievement (2019-24)
This chart shows that from 2019 - 2024, our Keystone Literature Achievement scores had a slight dip and are now steadily increasing since the Pandemic. This shows a -2.4% decrease from 2021 to 2024. They are now above pre-Pandemic levels.
PVAAS Historical Growth Summary for ELA/Literature (2013-2014 to 2023-2024)
For the frist time in over a decade (10 years), CSD has met or exceeding 100% of the PVAAS ELA/LIT Growth Targets established by the state.
Keystone Biology Achievement (2019-24)
This chart shows that from 2019 - 2024, our Keystone Biology Achievement scores had a slight dip and are now steadily increasing since the Pandemic. This shows a +0.7% increase from 2021 to 2024. This is below pre-pandemic achievement.
PVAAS Historical Growth Summary for Science (2013-2014 to 2023-2024)
WTHS Students Attend the Greenfield Film Festival
Congratulations to the students in Mrs. Dina McCaffery’s Advanced Media Production class and the BWTV crew who participated in an exciting workshop with filmmakers during the Greenfield Film Festival workshops at Upper Dublin High School on Wednesday. Students had the opportunity to delve into the world of cinema and gain invaluable insights from industry professionals. Throughout the workshop, students had the opportunity to learn about various aspects of filmmaking, from scriptwriting and directing to cinematography and editing to prop making and set design.
The workshop aims to prepare students to produce short films. By collaborating with filmmakers, students got a firsthand look at how to hone their creative skills and expand their knowledge of the art of storytelling through film. Beyond the technical aspects, this workshop also encouraged teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. Looking forward to seeing what our student filmmakers produce using their newfound knowledge!
A Parent's Guide to Phonics Videos
Looking for more information and a free copy of A Parent’s Guide to Phonics: Understanding How to Help Your Child with Reading and Spelling?
Centennial School District is proud to offer:
follow-up videos on the CSD YouTube Channel
a free book for each family (contact your child’s school office)
Thank you to the CSD Elementary Reading team members who created these videos: Kim Flounders, Miriam Infanti, Dawn Kremer, Lisa Laatsch, Erin Landy, Danyel Masey, Jennifer McArdle, Rose Miele, Kelley O’Leary, and Susan Stackhouse.
Centennial School District
Website: www.centennialsd.org
Location: 48 Swan Way, Warminster, PA, USA
Phone: (215) 441-6000
Facebook: facebook.com/centennialsd
Twitter: @Centennial_SD