SDMC 2024-2025
MEETING DATES
Time: 4:15 p.m.
Location: Library
Time: 4:15 p.m.
Location: Library
Time: 4:15 p.m.
Location: Library
Time: 4:15 p.m.
Location: Library
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
| Name of SDMC Member | Position | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Kimberly Hobbs | Principal | Administrator |
| Marilyn Callegari | School-Based | Administrator |
| Rubye Gilbert | School-Based | Administrator |
| Dr. Anne Papakonstantinou | Community Partner | |
| Tashana Frederick | Teacher | Classroom Teacher |
| Chasity McFarland | Teacher | Classroom Teacher |
| Johnnie Thompson | Teacher | Classroom Teacher |
| Cedric Callegari | Teacher | Classroom Teacher |
| Harry Babers | Teacher | Special Education Chairperson |
| Veronica Gil | Parent | Parent |
| Mary Owens | Parent | Parent |
| John Ashley | Community Partner | |
| Erica Joseph | Business Partner |
AGENDAS
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February 5, 2025
• Teacher Excellence System (TES)
• School Safety
• Budget
• Curriculum
• Professional Development 2/14/2025
• SDMC Meeting Dates 2024-2025Q1 - October 15, 2024
Q2 - January 8, 2025
Q3 - February 5, 2025
Q4 - May 14, 2025 -
January 8, 2025
• Teacher Excellence System (TES)
• School Safety
• Budget
• Curriculum
• HISD/TEA “B” Rating
• SDMC Meeting Dates 2024-2025Q1 - October 15, 2024
Q2 - January 8, 2025
Q3 - February 19, 2025
Q4 - May 14, 2025 -
October 15, 2024
• School Action Plan
• School Safety • Budget
• Curriculum
• HISD/TEA 2024 Rating “B”
• SDMC Meeting Dates 2024-2025
Q1 - October 15, 2024
Q2 - December 18, 2024
Q3 - February 19, 2025
Q4 - May 14, 2025
MINUTES
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February 5, 2025
The Rice School K-8
SDMC Meeting Minutes
February 5, 2025
Meeting start time was 4:15 p.m.
Meeting was called to Order. The members present are reflected on the sign-in sheet.
New Business
- Teacher Excellence System (TES)
- School Safety
- Budget
- Curriculum
- Professional Development 2/14/2025
- SDMC Meeting Dates 2024-2025
Meeting Minutes:
Our SDMC meeting began at 4:15 p.m., Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Teacher Excellence System (TES) – An overall review of the first draft of the proposed teacher evaluation system was presented by Principal Hobbs and Teacher Chasity McFarland, TES representative for the Rice School. In SY 2025-2026, we will use the Teacher Excellence System pending board approval. The Distinguished Teacher Review rubric and the Planning & Professionalism rubric were discussed. SDMC members provided feedback on the rubrics. The components of the TES system were discussed and the video shared with the SDMC. Teachers will continue to provide feedback on the draft. Following this meeting, Principal Hobbs will complete the survey with SDMC feedback on the Planning & Professionalism Rubric and the Distinguished Teacher Review Rubric.
School Safety – The Monthly Fire Drills, Intruder and Shelter-in-Place Drills are current. We will continue each month in accordance with HISD and State guidelines. Morning and Afternoon supervision by teachers and staff demonstrate excellent teamwork to keep students safe. Locked Doors both exterior and classroom are continuously monitored by Campus Officer and Administrative Staff. Weekly reports are submitted to the district.
Budget – We have 1,100 students projected for enrollment next school year. Our elementary classes will have a 22:1 ratio for Grades K-4. Our Grade 5 will reflect a 25:1 ratio. Middle School Grades 6-8 will reflect a 29:1 ratio. Daily attendance (ADA) impacts funding for our school’s budget.
Curriculum – Rice K-8 implements the district’s curriculum using the slide decks and resources available for all content areas. Tutorials are held before/after school and designated Saturdays
Professional Development Day – February 14, 2025. Teachers will receive Professional Development in High Quality Instruction (HQI).
SDMC Meeting Dates – Q3 is February 5, 2025; Q4 is May 14, 2025
Our next SDMC meeting will be held Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Meeting adjourned at 5:25 p.m.
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January 8, 2025
The Rice School K-8
SDMC Meeting Minutes
January 8, 2025
Meeting start time was 4:15 p.m.
Meeting was called to Order. The members present are reflected on the sign-in sheet.
New Business
- Teacher Excellence System (TES)
- School Safety
- Budget
- Curriculum
- HISD/TEA Rating
- SDMC Meeting Dates 2024-2025
Meeting Minutes:
Our SDMC meeting began at 4:15 p.m., Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
Teacher Excellence System (TES) – An overview of HISD’s proposed teacher evaluation system was presented by Principal Hobbs and Teacher Chasity McFarland, TES representative for the Rice School. Beginning the School Year 2025-2026, we will use HISD’s own Teacher Excellence System pending board approval. Components of the TES system were discussed and the PowerPoint video shared with the SDMC. Two distinct processes, Evaluation and Compensation, are reflected in this system. There is one evaluation system (TES) which applies to all teachers (NES and PUA). There will be two compensation plans, Hospital Model Incentive Pay (NES) and Pay-for-Performance (PUA). Teachers will provide feedback via educator town halls, webinars, and more.
School Safety – Monthly Fire Drills, Intruder and Shelter-in-Place Drills are current. We will continue each month in accordance with HISD and State guidelines. Morning and Afternoon supervision by teachers and staff demonstrate excellent teamwork to keep students safe. Locked Doors both exterior and classroom are continuously monitored by Campus Officer and Administrative Staff.
Budget – Projections for student enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year will be made next month. The Rice School is a highly sought after Magnet School. Our elementary classes will have a 22:1 ratio for Grades K-4. Our Grade 5 will reflect a 25:1 ratio. Middle School Grades 6-8 will reflect a 29:1 ratio. Daily attendance (ADA) impacts funding to the school’s budget.
Curriculum – Rice K-8 continues to implement the district’s curriculum. Interim assessments provide us with data to determine which students are on target for passing grade level standards this school year. House Bill 1416 tutorials are ongoing for Grades 4-8. Parent conferences are held and documented for each student who qualifies for HB1416. Tutorials are held before school and afterschool.
HISD/TEA 2024 Rating – The Rice School K-8 has a “B” Rating
Professional Development Day – February 14, 2025. Teachers will receive Professional Development in High Quality Instruction (HQI).
SDMC Meeting Dates – Q3 is February 5, 2025; Q4 is May 14, 2025
Our next SDMC meeting will be held Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
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October 15, 2024
The Rice School/La Escuela Rice SDMC Meeting Minutes
October 15, 2024
Meeting start time was 4:15 p.m.
Meeting was called to Order. The members present are reflected on the sign-in sheet.
New Business
- School Action Plan
- School Safety
- Budget
- Curriculum
- HISD/TEA 2024 Rating
- SDMC Meeting Dates – Q1 October 15, 2024; Q2 December 18, 2024;
Q3 February 19, 2025; Q4 May 14, 2025
Meeting Minutes:
Our SDMC meeting began at 4:15 PM, Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Committee members include teachers, parents, community members, business partner, administrators and school-based staff.
School Action Plan – The SDMC was presented information about the School Action Plan for 2024-2025. There are three Key Actions to improve the quality of Reading/ELA, Math, and Special Education instruction. Principal Hobbs reviewed the Indicators of Success for each Key Action. The committee was reminded that all Teachers were presented this plan for review during the September 3rd Professional Development Day. The professional staff and SDMC approved this plan. The committee was reminded that the School Action Plan is 15% of the staff’s appraisal. The other areas include Quality Instruction 30%; Student Achievement 35%; and Special Education 20%.
School Safety – Teachers and staff were reminded to download the Raptor Alert and My EOP as they will be used for drills along with the Campus Emergency Operation Procedures in the event of an emergency. Classroom doors should be locked and left open according to guidelines given to us by the superintendent. The exterior doors should always be locked and remain closed. If a door needs to be repaired, report it immediately to Principal Hobbs, our School Secretary, and Plant Operator.
Budget – The projection for this school year was 1200 students in accordance with the Office of School Choice guidelines. We currently have 1047 students in Grades K-8. We will continue to enroll students until the snapshot date. Our budget will not be impacted if we meet the 1040 enrolled and credited for last year.
Curriculum – HISD Curriculum and slide decks are being implemented this school year. All Rice School Teachers are implementing it with fidelity across grades K-8.
2024 Accountability Rating – HISD has determined our rating is a “B”.
Meeting Dates – The Texas Education Code requires the SDMC to meet regularly. The HISD School Board policy requires the SDMC to meet quarterly. The Rice School’s SDMC meeting dates will be as follows: October 15, 2024 for Q1; December 18, 2024 for Q2; February 19, 2025 for Q3; and May 14, 2025 for Q4.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:10 p.m.
