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Mission Statement |
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The mission at Francis H. Cortney Junior High School is to create an environment that is student centered, where respect, motivation, and responsibility challenge students academically, behaviorally, and socially as students transition from elementary to junior high to high school. |
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Students, staff, and community members work together to create a safe, positive, and academically challenging environment. The Cortney team is committed to preparing all students for their future.- All teachers participated in professional development through Title I AARA funds.
- Writing, reading, and math camps were held to assist struggling students.
- Mock writing exams were given throughout the school year in all grades to prepare students for the NV writing exam.
- Our Graduation Advocate Program (GAP) provided mentoring and guidance for students.
- Technology awarded through the Pathway Project, such as the iPod Touch, was used to support student learning.
- Family nights, including a barbeque, were held throughout the year and focused on literacy, math, science, and geography.
- Funding provided students with after-school tutoring and our community with bilingual support through our Family Assistant.
- Numerous recognition/incentive programs rewarded hundreds of students for academic, attendance, and behavioral successes.
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Goals and Objectives |
Goal 1
Teachers will utilize strategies and interventions to provide curriculum which increases achievement in ELA and math.
Objective(s):
As measured by the Nevada CRTs and Writing Proficiency Exam all student subgroups will achieve AYP or Safe Harbor in ELA and math for the 2010-2011 school year.
Goal 2
Teachers will utilize strategies and interventions to provide curriculum which increases achievement in ELA and math.
Objective(s):
As measured by classroom observational data, teachers will utilize Cortney JHS defined instructional strategies to meet the needs of all students. Effective strategies will be implemented in 70% of all classrooms by the end of the 2010-11 school year.
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