School Plan for Student Achievement

Student Achievement Goals – 2025‑2026

Based on the 2023‑24 CAASPP results for Richman Elementary (Grades 3‑6) of 39% Met or Exceeded Standard in ELA and 39% Met or Exceeded Standard in Mathematics. Cloudinary

• By the end of the 3rd trimester, Grades K–2 will decrease the percentage of students not meeting grade‑level standards on the FSD Benchmark Assessments by 20%.

• For Grades 3–6, the percentage of students scoring below grade level (by 1‑2 years) on the iReady Diagnostic will decrease by 20% compared to our baseline year (2020‑21).

• For Grades K–2, the percentage of students scoring in Levels 1 and 2 (“Not Meeting State Standards”) on the 2023‑24 (or latest available) SBAC will decrease by at least 10% from the 2018‑19 baseline.

• AMAO1: Increase the percentage of English Learner (EL) students making annual progress in learning English by 5%.

• For Grades 3–6, the percentage of students scoring in Levels 1 and 2 on the SBAC will decrease by at least 10% from 2018‑19 baseline.

Major Initiatives, Actions, & Services to Improve Student Achievement

Curriculum & Instruction

• ELA: We will continue implementation of Reader’s & Writer’s Workshop, novel studies in Grades 3‑6, guided reading for TK‑6, and use of online tools (Reading Eggs, RAZ Kids, iReady Reading, Epic). Our ELD program will follow Wonders for TK‑5 and StudySync in Grade 6. Classrooms will receive updated Lucy Calkins classroom libraries, and our Scholastic Book Room (6,240+ volumes) will be accessible for guided reading. We now have a part‑time ELA RTI Coach and a full‑time LindaMoodBell RTI Coach to support comprehension and intervention.

• Mathematics: Teachers will use Eureka Math (K‑6) with CGI strategies and the 6 Mathematical Practices. Enrichment via Simple Solutions (K‑6) and after‑school ALEKS for 5th/6th grade students scoring above grade level. After‑school intervention classes by grade level support students needing extra help. We now have a full‑time Math RTI Coach. Students will use Reflex Math (Grades 1‑6), MathSeeds (TK‑2), and Zearn (Grades 2‑6).

• Experiential Learning: Each grade level will participate in field trips and hands‑on learning to deepen engagement and application of learning.

Learning Scales & Additional Supports

• ELD: All grades will have dedicated ELD time/rotations. Teachers are trained in the Wonders ELD Program. Tools such as RAZ Kids ELL Edition, Nearpod, Flipgrid, Booksnaps, and Book Creator will support EL student reading comprehension.

• SDAIE Strategies / RTI / STEAM / Science (NGSS): We will continue layered support – Response to Intervention (RTI), STEAM lab and Dream Center experiences, Reader’s & Writer’s Workshop, Thinking Maps, PATH Finder, and enhanced technology integration.

Staffing & Collaboration

• Staffing will include RTI Coaches (ELA & Math) and our Assistant Principal (you) plus instructional aides in Kindergarten and 1st grade, a 50% PE teacher, and two recreational aides.

• Teacher collaboration via PLCs, and release time will be provided (substitutes for K‑2 performance assessments and two planning/assessment days for all grade levels).

Classrooms & Differentiation

• GATE classrooms, co‑teaching in Kindergarten, and strong differentiation practices will continue. Each classroom will maintain robust classroom libraries (minimum 1,500 books each) to support independent reading.

Digital and Informational literacy 

• All Richman students and staff will have access to and demonstrate progress to mastery of 21st-century tools, resources, and skills in support relevant and rigorous learning experiences.

Major Initiatives, Actions, and Services to Improve  Student Achievement

• Technology is utilized to enhance student learning in the areas of mathematics, language arts, and science. Programs such iReady, Reflex Math, RAZ  Kids Plus, RAZ Kids ELL Edition, Reading Eggs,  MathSeeds, ALEKS, Zearn, Wondergrove, and  Starfall are utilized in the classroom. Teachers are offered PlayPD with Tech TOSAs and are encouraged to invite Tech TOSAs in their classrooms to model lessons. Students use  Booksnaps, Nearpod, Bookmaker, BreakoutEdu,  SeeSaw, and robotics in the classroom.  
• Richman is 1:1 iPads in grades Kindergarten- 6th grade. 
• Every classroom has an Apple TV, 1:1 headphones with microphones, and students in 2nd-6th grade have 1:1 keyboards.  
• All classrooms are equipped with a RedCat  Microphone System 
•  Library/Media/Maker Space –recently received  $30,000 worth of new books that are diverse and culturally relevant.  
• Richman’s STEAM and Dream Lab has four 3D  Printers for students to create their models.  Dash, Cue, Osmo, Mindcraft robots.  
• Robotics Team K-6, E-Sports Team, and Congressional App Challenge Team
• Hydro-garden to promote an eco-friendly environment.  Students learn about eco-friendly and sustainable gardening for the 21st Century.  
• Anti-Bullying and Cyber Citizenship training is  provided in cooperation with the Orange County  Department of Education

Safe and Secure Environment 

• During the 2021-22 school year, Richman will work to create a safe, positive,  welcoming, and eco-friendly learning environment where students are connected to the school and have an increased sense of safety. 100% of Richman students will receive lessons in character development through RACER Expectations and PBIS  Rewards Program as measured by teachers'  records. In addition, SEL Second Step  Program will be implemented TK- 6th grade.  Students will receive weekly SEL lessons as determined by grade level pacing guides. Richman will reduce the number of office referrals and suspensions.

Major Initiatives, Actions, and Services to Improve  Student Achievement

• Attendance 
•  SSOAR: Saturday School
• Attendance: Richman strives to meet the FSD goal of  98% attendance.
• PBIS: We have implemented PBIS Rewards. Every student has a  lanyard with a badge. School staff is able to award a  specific amount of points per student that can later be utilized in the Racers R Us PBIS store.  
• Social-Emotional Learning
  • Schoolwide Second Step Learning
  • Morning Message from the Principal: Every morning a student council rep and the principal greet students with a morning message: Pledge of Allegiance, What’s for Lunch, a quote from 365 Days of Wonder and we give a shout-out to students that are celebrating their birthday. 
  • Mental Health Intern/Counselor
  • Full Time Social Service Assistant 

Parent and Community Involvement 

• Our goal is to promote positive relationships with parents and have more parent involvement. We will have parents attend meetings and events to provide a variety of opportunities for parent involvement and volunteer opportunities to communicate our goals of increasing students' attendance. We will provide a PBIS-safe school climate through training, school implementation,  assemblies as well as provide behavior supports through the use of counselors and training.

Major Initiatives, Actions, and Services to Improve  Student Achievement

• School Activities 
• 4th grade Richman Hockey Team
• Weekly Awards Assemblies, Jog-a-Thon 
• K-6 Robotics Club, Garden Club
• Speech and Debate Team (4th-6th)
• STAGE (3rd-6th grade), Folklorico (1st – 6th grade), Marathon Kids- (K-6) 
• Student Council, Patriot’s Day Assembly
• Character of the Month Assembly
• Opportunities for All Parents: Richman School provides opportunities for all parents to participate.  Meetings are held in both English and/or Spanish and all forms (informational materials and reports) are provided in both English, Spanish and Korean. Translators are available for conferences as needed.  
• Community resources and organizations (i.e. St.  Jude, Family Resource Center, Fullerton Collaborative,  Pathways of Hope) provide guest speakers to inform our parents and families of the available programs. 
• Anti-Bullying and Cyber Citizenship 
• Back to School Night, Open House, Awards  Assemblies, Grade Level Family Training Opportunities,  and PTA events like Free Movie Night are provided. 
• Fall Festival provides a community celebration and serves as a PTA fundraiser also.
• Blackboard Connect Ed 
• Social Media, Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences, Advisory and Advocacy Roles
• Parent Participation, Parent Volunteers
• Monthly PTA Meetings, Parent Greeters
• Monthly Parent Coffees, ELAC and DELAC Meetings, School Site Council Meetings 
• Activities to Support Learning at Home
• • Family Nights – Literacy Night
  • Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning 
  • Family Math Night
  • Family Art Night