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Austin ISD Students with Disabilities in Secondary Settings
Council of Great City Schools, October 21, 2010
Janna Lilly, Director of Special EducationDr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools OfficerAustin Independent School District
Context of AISDContext of AISD• 86,103 students
• 124 schools (including special campuses)
• 6,067 teachers
• 8,200 special education students
Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700 2
Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700 3
Strategy DesignStrategy Design• Problem: Low graduation rate
• Causes: Limited program options
• Theory of Action: If we provide expanded and modified options for vocational training, more students will graduate.
• Implementation: Expanded vocational programs and supports
• Assess: Data show positive student outcomes
Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700 4
Secondary Outcomes for Secondary Outcomes for Students with DisabilitiesStudents with Disabilities
• Graduation rate increased from 56% to 61%• 6 – 11% point gains in state assessments in all subjects• 32% of the class of 2009 confirmed post secondary enrollment• State Performance Plan Indicator 13 (Transition) improved from
26% - 75%• 100% in Ag/Horticulture class received OSHA (Occupational
Safety and Health Administration) certification• 100% of hospitality class received Texas Food Handlers
Certification• 8 students received Office Proficiency Assessment Certifications• 3 students interns hired post graduation at Dell Children’s
Hospital• 4 students have jr. college credit banked
Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700 5
Programs and SupportPrograms and Support• Project ADVANCE
• College Connection
• Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)
Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700 6
Programs and SupportPrograms and Support• Transition summer training
• Clifton Career Development School- 3 year program, CTE credit, Jr. College credit,
recognized certifications, community partners
• Community Based Vocational Instruction- ARRA funded, 6 High Schools, job site establishment
• Greater Opportunities Project - 19-22 year olds, job coaches, community job cites
Austin ISD CGCS 2010 www.austinisd.org, (512) 414-1700 7
Austin ISDAustin ISDStudents with Disabilities in Secondary SettingsStudents with Disabilities in Secondary Settings
Q & AFor more information, contact:
Ms. Janna Lilly, Director for Special Education [email protected]
Dr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools Officer [email protected]
Visit www.austinisd.org for all of AISD’s Council of Great City School presentations and handouts
AISD CGCS PresentationsAISD CGCS Presentations
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AISD REACH: Supporting & Rewarding Educator Excellence David Lussier, Executive Director, Educator Quality
Urban Students with Disabilities and Secondary EducationJanna Lilly, Director, Special Education Dr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools Officer
Turnaround Schools: The Austin WayMeria Joel Carstarphen, Ed.D., Superintendent Dr. Paul Cruz, Chief Schools Officer
Using Technology to Engage Stakeholders in Shared Ownership and Accountability for Austin ISD’s Strategic DirectionMeria Joel Carstarphen, Ed.D., SuperintendentJohn Alawneh, Executive Director, TechnologyJanis Guerrero, Executive Director, Planning & Community Relations