Wayne School of Engineering Wayne County Public Schools School Improvement Plan School Improvement Plan 2013 through 2015 Mr. Gary Hales 700 N. Herman St. Goldsboro, NC 27530 Template 1.3 Edit Date: 6/30/2013 District Improvement Plan Goals and Vision State Board of Education Goals: Goal 1 – North Carolina Public Schools will produce globally competitive students. Goal 2 – North Carolina Public Schools will be led by 21st Century professionals. Goal 3 – North Carolina Public School students will be healthy and responsible. Goal 4 – Leadership will guide innovation in North Carolina Public Schools. Goal 5 – North Carolina Public Schools will be governed and supported by 21st Century systems. District Goals for Wayne County Public Schools (960) District Goal 1 –Wayne County Public Schools will produce globally competitive students. District Goal 2 – Wayne County Public Schools will be led by 21st Century professionals. District Goal 3 –Wayne County Public Schools students will be healthy and responsible. District Goal 4 –Leadership will guide innovation in Wayne County Public Schools. District Goal 5 – Wayne County Public Schools will be governed and supported by 21st Century systems. Priority Goals for Wayne School of Engineering (700) School Priority Goal 1 – Wayne School of Engineering will move to a growth level of at least 60% on EOC and EOG exams by the end of the 2013-2014 school year. School Priority Goal 2 – Staff surveys at Wayne School of Engineering will show the sustainability of a collaborative environment as staff members work collaboratively to improve instructional practices through the implementation of Common Core and Essential standards. School Priority Goal 3 – 100% of teachers at Wayne School of Engineering will conduct classroom observations (rounds), share best practices and participate in lesson/assessment tuning to strengthen instructional practices. School Priority Goal 4 – Wayne School of Engineering survey results will show that we provide a safe and orderly environment in order to promote healthy, responsible students. District Mission Statement for Wayne County Public Schools (960) Mission: All Wayne County Public Schools students will graduate from high school, globally competitive for work and postsecondary education prepared for life in the 21st Century through rigor, relevance and relationships. Mission Statement for Wayne School of Engineering (700) Mission: Wayne School of Engineering will provide a caring, supportive environment with rigorous inquiry based academics, focusing on real-world applications to produce citizens ready to achieve success in the 21st century. School Improvement Plan - Page 2 of 26 District Vision and Beliefs Statement for Wayne County Public Schools (960) Vision: The Wayne County Public Schools provides an exemplary education for all students in a globally competitive 21st Century environment. Beliefs: * The education of children is a priority and is the responsibility of the entire community. * Education is a sound investment for society and a key to ending the cycle of poverty. * Understanding and respecting cultural diversity enriches the learning environment. * All students deserve a quality education. * Learning is a lifelong process. Vision and Beliefs Statement for Wayne School of Engineering (700) Vision: Wayne School of Engineering students will possess the necessary character traits and academic skills to achieve responsible citizenship, college readiness and success in the 21st century. Beliefs: All students will achieve academically without tracking. College preparedness for all students. Communication through collaboration is vital. Relevant subject matter breeds global habits of mind. Education includes opportunities and experiences beyond the classroom. A nurturing environment enhances the educational experience. School Improvement Plan - Page 3 of 26 Cover Sheet – Wayne County Public Schools LEA or Charter Name/Number: School Name/Number: Wayne County Public Schools - 960 Wayne School of Engineering - 700 700 N. Herman St. Goldsboro, NC 27530 2013-2015 School Address: Plan Year(s): School Improvement Team Membership Committee Position Principal Teacher Representative Teacher Representative Teacher Representative Teacher Representative Teacher Representative Teacher Representative Teacher Representative School Counseling Representative Support Staff Representative Support Staff Representative Parent Advisory Council Representative Name Gary Hales Davis Harris Jonathan Penailillo Austin Kestler TJ Lancaster Stephen Frederick Steve Sutton Allyson Daly Gina Sutton Diane Coley Donna Lawhorne Erika Mehlhaff Percentage of Staff Approval: 100 % Principal Signature: Gary Hales Local Board Approval Date: 10/7/13 9/26/13 Date School Improvement Plan - Page 4 of 26 Executive Summary –Wayne School of Engineering Synopsis of School Demographics Wayne School of Engineering is committed to providing a high quality education to students of all academic levels. Through high expectations and heterogeneous classes, we feel we can motivate all students to achieve. Student Performance Data Note: Due to the adoption of new assessments at the state level, summative student assessment data for the 2012-2013 school year will not be available until October, 2013. This section of the Executive Summary will be updated when the data are released. Student Demographic Data Asian or Pacific Islander American Indian or Alaskan Native Black (Non-Hispanic) Hispanic Multiracial White (Non-Hispanic) 2% .3% 23.1% 7.7% 7% 59.9% Community Demographic Data Wayne School of Engineering is very unique in that our community is the entire county of Wayne, and we are working to provide relevant, rigorous coursework that blends our standards with the community at large. School Characteristics Wayne School of Engineering is considered a redesigned school as it is located on the campus of Goldsboro High School. We have been able to offer students an autonomous educational environment while also providing an open athletic environment which allows our students to participate with Goldsboro High School students. We value a school culture which places high value on positive staff to student, staff to staff and student to student relationships. It is important that each student has someone he or she can identify with and lean on when times get hard. We encourage students to take care of each other, and we continue to promote this each year with new incoming students. Stakeholders Perspective on the Quality of Education The quality of education offered at Wayne School of Engineering is held in high esteem by all stakeholders, which includes parents, students, school faculty and staff and the community. Diversity is an asset and the incorporation of different points of view within lessons is valuable in broadening student understanding. Collaboration amongst staff and School Improvement Plan - Page 5 of 26 students also assists as each are more inclined to work with others whose ideas are much different than their own. The results of this are students and graduates who can think critically and deeply about issues and apply these skills in the Wayne County community. School Improvement Plan - Page 6 of 26 Data Summary Analysis – Wayne School of Engineering Note: Due to the adoption of new assessments at the state level, summative student assessment data for the 2012-2013 school year will not be available until October, 2013. This section will be updated when the data are released. What does the analysis tell you about your school’s strengths? Consider data sources such as state testing data, annual measurable objectives, student growth data, stakeholder survey data, discipline, attendance, etc. (Add Charts and Graphs) <answer here> What does the analysis tell you about your school’s gaps or opportunities for improvement? Consider data sources such as state testing data, annual measurable objectives, student growth data, stakeholder survey data, discipline, attendance, etc. (Add Charts and Graphs) <answer here> Based upon the analysis conducted, what 3 top priorities emerge for the school? (Add charts and Graphs) <answer here> School Improvement Plan - Page 7 of 26 Priority Goal 1 and Associated Strategies School Goal 1: Wayne School of Engineering will move to a growth level of at least 60% on EOC and EOG exams by the end of the 2013-2014 school year. Supports this District Goal: Wayne County Public Schools will produce globally competitive students. Assigned Implementation Team: Allyson Daly, TJ Lancaster, Susan Randolph, Sandy Brannan, Mary Ellen Corbett, Lisa Duchesne, Tiffiany Nurse, Donna Lawhorne, Debbie Rose Goal 1 Improvement Strategies Strategy 1: Teachers at Wayne School of Engineering will utilize research-based 21st century instructional practices in the classroom. Action steps: Timeline: Status: Teachers will incorporate homogeneous and Ongoing through In Progress heterogeneous grouping to allow all student levels 2013-2014 school to be challenged. year. Teachers will utilize the Common Instructional Ongoing through In Progress Framework strategies of writing and reading to 2013-2014 school learn in each classroom. year. Teachers will incorporate student technology use Ongoing through In Progress within each class. 2013-2014 school year. Strategy 2: Teachers at Wayne School of Engineering will receive appropriate professional development to support their use of Common Instructional Framework strategies in the classroom to benefit all students. Action steps: Timeline: Status: Continue professional development on Common Ongoing through In Progress Instructional Framework for staff new to teaching 2013-2014 school and new to Wayne School of Engineering. year. Instructional coach will provide support to Wayne Ongoing through In Progress School of Engineering teachers. 2013-2014 school year. Math and Science coaches will provide support to Ongoing through In Progress Wayne School of Engineering teachers. 2013-2014 school year. Collaborative planning will be utilized daily by staff. Ongoing through In Progress School Improvement Plan - Page 8 of 26 Two new staff members will attend North Carolina New Schools new teacher institute in September. Two new staff members will attend North Carolina New Schools common practice symposium. 2013-2014 school year. September 2013 In Progress October 2013 In Progress Strategy 3: Wayne School of Engineering students will receive ongoing academic support. Action steps: Ongoing parent contacts will be made through email, letters, phone calls, progress reports, classroom websites, etc. Utilization of personalized education plans for students achieving at a grade of 77 and below. Tutoring sessions will be held by teachers throughout the school year. Peer tutors will be assigned as needed and as requested. Communication logs are kept monthly. Timeline: Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Status: In Progress In Progress In Progress In Progress In Progress What are the artifacts used to document the strategies and action steps? PLC minutes (Whole Group and Departmental) Professional Development Sign In Sheets Parent Teacher Communication Logs Student Tutoring Sign In Sheets Lesson Plans Samples of Student Work and/or Assessments What data sources are used to measure the effectiveness of the strategies and/or action steps used to meet this goal? EOC/EOG scores College Attendance Remedial courses needed Student Accessibility to high level courses School Improvement Plan - Page 9 of 26 What does data show regarding the results of the implemented strategies? Mid-Year Update: January, 2014 <Write a brief synopsis of the data you have collected related to this goal. What does the data suggest at this point? Are any changes needed at this time as you move forward for the remainder of the school year?> End-of-Year Update: June, 2014 <Write a synopsis of the data you have collected throughout the year related to this goal. Does the data indicate that your goal has been met? What changes are needed as you move forward into the next school year? School Improvement Plan - Page 10 of 26 Priority Goal 2 and Associated Strategies School Goal 2: Supports this District Goal: Assigned Implementation Team: Staff surveys at Wayne School of Engineering will show the sustainability of a collaborative environment as staff members work collaboratively to improve instructional practices, improve rigor and implement Common Core and Essential standards. Wayne County Public Schools will be led by 21st Century professionals. Austin Kestler, Gina Sutton, Jonathan Penailillo, Julie Heath, Randy Strickland, Sula Teachey, Cassie Kim, Diane Coley, Jesse Pittard Goal 2 Improvement Strategies Strategy 1: Teachers will utilize common planning times efficiently and effectively. Action steps: Common planning is provided daily for whole group and curriculum based PLC’s. Critical Friends protocols will be utilized at times to maintain staff involvement and direction. Departmental Action plans will be created and followed to maintain focus. Timeline: Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Status: In Progress In Progress In Progress Strategy 2: Teachers will utilize common instructional time to improve rigor within the whole school. Action steps: Timeline: Status: Weekly lesson tuning will be utilized using a Critical Ongoing through In Progress Friends Protocol. 2013-2014 school year. Weekly assessment work will be conducted by Ongoing through In Progress departments. 2013-2014 school year. Weekly professional development will be provided. Ongoing through In Progress 2013-2014 school year. Weekly whole group reflection will be provided. Ongoing through In Progress School Improvement Plan - Page 11 of 26 2013-2014 school year. What are the artifacts used to document the strategies and action steps? PLC Minutes Departmental Meeting Minutes Professional Development Sign In Sheets Copy of Lesson Tuning Protocol Daily Schedule What data sources are used to measure the effectiveness of the strategies and/or action steps used to meet this goal? Surveys Test Scores Individual teacher data and use What does data show regarding the results of the implemented strategies? Mid-Year Update: January, 2014 <Write a brief synopsis of the data you have collected related to this goal. What does the data suggest at this point? Are any changes needed at this time as you move forward for the remainder of the school year?> End-of-Year Update: June, 2014 <Write a synopsis of the data you have collected throughout the year related to this goal. Does the data indicate that your goal has been met? What changes are needed as you move forward into the next school year? School Improvement Plan - Page 12 of 26 Priority Goal 3 and Associated Strategies School Goal 3: 100% of teachers at Wayne School of Engineering will conduct classroom observations (rounds), share best practices and participate in lesson/assessment tuning to strengthen instructional practices. Supports this District Goal: Leadership will guide innovation in Wayne County Public Schools. Assigned Implementation Team: Davis Harris, Stephen Frederick, Steve Sutton, Catherine Sutton, Catina Hayes, Laura King, Bethany Stewart, Jennifer Fontine Goal 3 Improvement Strategies Strategy 1: Teachers at Wayne School of Engineering will receive training to increase the effectiveness of observations and tuning. Action steps: Timeline: Status: Teachers will continue to receive training on the Ongoing through In Progress common instructional framework provided by 2013-2014 school NCNSP. year. Teachers will receive training on Common Ongoing through In Progress Core/Essential Standards. 2013-2014 school year. Teachers will have access to a part-time Ongoing through In Progress instructional coach through NCNSP. 2013-2014 school year. Participation in Critical Friends protocols throughOngoing through In Progress out year will assist. 2013-2014 school year. Strategy 2: Teachers at Wayne School of Engineering will be empowered to take leadership roles within the school and within the greater professional community. Action steps: Timeline: Status: Teachers will share best practices with the whole Ongoing through In Progress group and departmental PLC’s. 2013-2014 school year. Teachers will present professional development Ongoing through In Progress during LLI visits throughout the year. 2013-2014 school year. Teachers will provided other opportunities to Ongoing through In Progress present to groups outside of school. 2013-2014 school School Improvement Plan - Page 13 of 26 year. What are the artifacts used to document the strategies and action steps? PLC Minutes Professional Development Sign In Sheets Rounds Documentation Lesson Plans What data sources are used to measure the effectiveness of the strategies and/or action steps used to meet this goal? Survey Results Test Scores What does data show regarding the results of the implemented strategies? Mid-Year Update: January, 2014 <Write a brief synopsis of the data you have collected related to this goal. What does the data suggest at this point? Are any changes needed at this time as you move forward for the remainder of the school year?> End-of-Year Update: June, 2014 <Write a synopsis of the data you have collected throughout the year related to this goal. Does the data indicate that your goal has been met? What changes are needed as you move forward into the next school year? School Improvement Plan - Page 14 of 26 Priority Goal 4 and Associated Strategies School Goal 3: Wayne School of Engineering survey results will show that we provide a safe and orderly environment in order to promote healthy, responsible students. Supports this District Goal: Wayne County Public Schools students will be healthy and responsible. Assigned Implementation Team: Sula Teachey, Steven Sutton, Gary Hales, Sam McClary, Debbie Rose, TJ Lancaster. Goal 4 Improvement Strategies Strategy 1: Staff members at Wayne School of Engineering will be well-equipped to provide a safe and orderly environment. Action steps: Timeline: Status: Conduct staff development Deborah Greenblatt 8/19/13 Complete concerning responsible restraint. Conduct staff development on Bloodborne 8/16/13 Complete Pathogens. Conduct Epipen Training for entire staff. 8/30/13 Complete Conduct training on Bullying/Harassing behaviors. 10/31/13 Scheduled Safety committee meets monthly. Ongoing through In Progress 2013-2014 school year. A safe schools plan has been developed and will be Ongoing through In Progress followed throughout year. 2013-2014 school year. First responders have attended CPR, first aid and 8/20/13 Completed diabetic response training. 8/21/13 Strategy 2: Students at Wayne School of Engineering will receive appropriate supports to encourage and maintain a safe and orderly environment. Action steps: Timeline: Status: Counseling and teacher mediation will be provided Ongoing through In Progress for students. 2013-2014 school year. 9th grade students will receive CPR training. Spring 2014 Scheduled Student government elected for grades 6-13 and Ongoing through In Progress group will meet with principal throughout school 2013-2014 school year. year. School Improvement Plan - Page 15 of 26 Grade level specific advisory will be held each weekly. Celebrations will be held each month to celebrate student successes. Rewards given to grade level with the least amount of discipline and highest academic performance each nine weeks. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. Ongoing through 2013-2014 school year. In Progress In Progress In Progress What are the artifacts used to document the strategies and action steps? Advisory Curriculum Discipline Referral Information MSDS Binder PLC Meeting Minutes Professional Development Sign-In Sheets School Crisis Plan What data sources are used to measure the effectiveness of the strategies and/or action steps used to meet this goal? Discipline data Survey Results Retention data What does data show regarding the results of the implemented strategies? Mid-Year Update: January, 2014 <Write a brief synopsis of the data you have collected related to this goal. What does the data suggest at this point? Are any changes needed at this time as you move forward for the remainder of the school year?> End-of-Year Update: June, 2014 <Write a synopsis of the data you have collected throughout the year related to this goal. Does the data indicate that your goal has been met? What changes are needed as you move forward into the next school year? School Improvement Plan - Page 16 of 26 Strategies for Improving Academic Performance of At-Risk Students Pursuant to General Statute §115C-105.27(b), All schools shall include a plan that specifies the effective instructional practices and methods to be used to improve the academic performance of students identified as at risk of academic failure or at risk of dropping out of school; PEP’s developed for students who have a 77 or below. Tutoring provided by teachers for students before and after school. Peer tutoring available Personal peer tutoring available Certified mail to notify senior parents of students not performing well academically Open House for report card pick-up Advisory time each week loops students with same mentor teacher Strategies for Providing Duty-Free Times Pursuant to General Statute §115C-105.27(b), All schools shall include a plan to provide a duty-free lunch period for every teacher on a daily basis or as otherwise approved by the school improvement team; and shall include a plan to provide duty-free instructional planning time for every teacher under G.S. 115C‑301.1, with the goal of providing an average of at least five hours of planning time per week. Teachers rotate lunch duty every three weeks (2 teachers on duty each week). Teachers are provided two planning periods, one for team and one for individual. Strategies for Preventing the Inappropriate Use of Seclusion and Restraint (Deborah Greenblatt Law) Pursuant to General Statute §115C-391.1(a), It is the policy of the State of North Carolina to: (1) Promote safety and prevent harm to all students, staff, and visitors in the public schools. (2) Treat all public school students with dignity and respect in the delivery of discipline, use of physical restraints or seclusion, and use of reasonable force as permitted by law. (3) Provide school staff with clear guidelines about what constitutes use of reasonable force permissible in North Carolina public schools. (4) Improve student achievement, attendance, promotion, and graduation rates by employing positive behavioral interventions to address student behavior in a positive and safe manner. (5) Promote retention of valuable teachers and other school personnel by providing appropriate training in prescribed procedures, which address student behavior in a positive and safe manner. Describe below the steps the school will take to prevent the inappropriate use of seclusion and restraint as outlined in the applicable General Statute. All staff members were trained in August 2013. The training was based on a district supplied power point and lasted for approximately one hour. During this time, staff members discussed all aspects of the law, as well as how to report suspected violations of the law. School Improvement Plan - Page 17 of 26 Plan to Address School Safety and Discipline Concerns Pursuant to General Statute §115C-105.27(b), [Schools] shall include a plan to address safety and discipline concerns. In the table below, list and/or discuss the top three (3) safety and/or discipline concerns at your school, the strategies that you will use to address them, and the measures you will use to determine your effectiveness in improving in these areas. Safety / Discipline Concerns Traffic Patterns Lower Discipline Referrals Supervision of Middle School students Strategies for Improvement Moved bus traffic to a separate parking lot for drop off. Continue our reward program College incentives for HS students More employees in place for hallway, lunch room and parking lot Measures to Determine Effectiveness Traffic flow Police observation Referral Numbers. Safety surveys Strategies for the Prevention of School Violence Pursuant to General Statute §115C-407.17, Schools shall develop and implement methods and strategies for promoting school environments that are free of bullying or harassing behavior. Describe below the steps the school will take to promote an environment free from bullying or harassing behavior. Training on Bullying/Harassing behaviors School counselor used as mediator Advisory curriculum on bullying and respect Grade level discipline competitions with rewards School Improvement Plan - Page 18 of 26 Professional Development Plan Professional Development Activity Teacher Evaluation Orientation Debra Greenblatt Training Bloodborne Pathogen Training Epipen Training for whole staff Powerschool Date SIP/District Goal 8/5 Targeted Participants Fund Source Estimated Amount Teachers State Conference/Districtwide/In- school In-School 8/19 Safety Staff In-School N/A N/A 8/16 Safety Staff In-School N/A N/A 8/30 Safety Staff In-School N/A N/A Teachers In-School N/A N/A Teachers Teachers In-School In-School N/A N/A N/A N/A Goal 2 and 3 Teachers In-School N/A N/A 9/12 10/1 11/7 11/21 1/16 2/6 3/20 9/25 9/26 Goal 1, 2 and 3 Teachers In-School N/A N/A Goals 1. 2 and 3 Conference N/A N/A AIG Middle School 9/20 Goal 1, 2 and 3 In-School N/A N/A Data Driven Instruction Common Core Training 9/12 Goal 1, 2 and 3 Goal 1, 2 and 3 Two New Teachers to WSE Middle School Teachers Veteran WSE teachers Teachers In-School N/A N/A In-School N/A N/A Goal 1, 2 and 3 Two Teachers Conference N/A N/A 10/17 Goal 2 and 3 Teachers In School N/A N/A 10/31 Safety Staff In-School N/A N/A Schoolnet NCEES TechnologyApple TV Common Instructional Framework New Teacher Institute Common Practice Symposium Critical Friends Protocols Anti-Bullying Training 8/12 and 8/13 8/14 8/22 and 8/23 9/5 9/18 10/16 2/26 11/13 11/14 School Improvement Plan - Page 19 of 26 Profile Data 2013-2014 Wayne County Public Schools School Improvement Plan - Page 20 of 26 Wayne County Public Schools Wayne School of Engineering 2013-2014 Chemical Hygiene Plan For High School Science Laboratories Introduction Public and private schools over the past few years have had to comply with various Hazard Communication or “Right to Know” laws. These laws were written for industrial production facilities, and did not address the specific safety concerns found in a laboratory setting. In 1990, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) instituted “The Laboratory Standard Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories” (Federal Legislation 29 CFR 1910.1450) the new “Laboratory Standard” has been designed to address the specific safety needs of the laboratory. The OSHA Laboratory Standard ensures that employees who work in a laboratory setting will be protected from any chemical exposure that exceeds permissible exposure limits and that employees are educated as to the hazardous nature of the chemicals they use in the laboratory. To achieve this goal, the Laboratory Standard requires the school district to appoint a chemical hygiene officer to develop, implement, and monitor a chemical hygiene plan. Wayne County Public Schools has designated the Assistant Superintendent for Auxiliary Services to serve as the Chemical Hygiene Officer. The Chemical Hygiene Officer will work with the High School Science Safety Team to develop, update, implement and enforce a Chemical Hygiene Plan. Chemical Hygiene Officer: Sula Teachey, Chemistry Teacher The Chemical Hygiene Plan—an Overview The Chemical Hygiene Plan is the major ingredient of the OSHA Laboratory Standard. It details how each employee will be protected from overexposure to hazardous chemicals and it describes specific work practices in the laboratory to minimize employee risk. The Chemical Hygiene Plan should: 1. Protect employees from health hazards associated with hazardous chemicals in the laboratory. 2. Keep chemical exposures below established permissible exposure limits. The Chemical Hygiene Plan must be readily available to employees. Although non-employee students are not covered by the OSHA regulation, each student and the student’s guardian should attest by signature School Improvement Plan - Page 21 of 26 that they have read and understand the safety rules in a science laboratory. The school district’s duty to review and evaluate the effectiveness of the Chemical Hygiene Plan at least annually and update it as necessary shall fall upon the Safety Consultant and the Lead Teacher for Science. The Chemical Hygiene Plan should include each of the following elements and should include specific measures the employer will take to ensure laboratory employee protection. I. Standard Operating Guidelines A. B. C. D. E. F. G. General Employee Rules and Guidelines General Laboratory Rules and Guidelines Personal Hygiene Guidelines Protective Clothing Requirements Housekeeping Rules Spill and Accident Procedures Chemical Storage Rules and Procedures 1. Compressed Gas Handling Instructions – LP Gas 2. Flammable Chemical Storage 3. Corrosive Materials Handling Instructions and Storage 4. Disposal of Chemicals H. Procedure—Specific Safety Rules and Guidelines I. Safety Equipment Inspection School Level Chemical Hygiene Plans The high school science department will develop a school level Chemical Hygiene Plan. The Plan should reflect the elements set forth in the Wayne County Public Schools Chemical Hygiene Plan. The Plan may contain additional safety guidelines to ensure the safety and welfare of students and staff. It is the expectation that students, as well as employees, comply with all practices and procedures in the school’s Plan. By October 15th of each school year, an updated copy of the Plan should be filed with Wayne County Public Schools Chemical Hygiene Officer and a copy with the Lead Teacher for Science. Standard Operating Guidelines A. General Employee Rules and Guideline 1. 2. 3. 4. Minimize all chemical exposures. Avoid skin contact with chemicals. Avoid underestimation of chemical hazards and risks. Develop a firm goggle policy. Wear appropriate eye protection at all times. Chemical splash goggles must be worn any time chemicals, glassware, or heat are used in the laboratory. 5. Always notify another person when working in the laboratory, chemical storage room, or prep areas. 6. Flammable liquids require special attention. Never use these materials near any source of ignition, spark, or open flame. 7. Never perform a first-time chemical demonstration in front of your class. Always perform first-time demonstrations in front of other instructors to evaluate the safety of the demonstration. 8. Never store chemicals over, under, or near a sink. 9. Only authorized personnel should be allowed in the chemical storage room. 10. Have a fire blanket easily accessible in case of an accident. School Improvement Plan - Page 22 of 26 11. All science teachers should be knowledgeable on how to use all safety devices in the laboratory (e.g., eyewash fountains, safety showers, fire extinguisher, etc.) in order to use them quickly in an emergency. 12. Know appropriate procedures in the event of a power failure. 13. Have a plan in place for notifying appropriate personnel for utility control (gas, electrical, and water). 14. Do not smell or taste chemicals. 15. Use a safety shield whenever an explosion or implosion might occur. 16. Read all chemical labels prior to use. 17. Know and understand the hazards of the chemical as stated in the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and other references. 18. Use protective safety equipment to reduce potential exposure, i.e. gloves, fume hood, ventilation fans, etc. 19. Know the locations for all personal safety and emergency equipment, eye wash fountains, fire extinguisher, and spill control materials. 20. Know how to properly store all chemicals in their compatible chemical families. (Consult publications such as the Flinn Chemical Catalog/Reference Manual for details.) 21. Know proper transportation and disposal procedures for chemicals. 22. Know appropriate emergency procedures, waste disposal, spill clean up, evacuation routes and fire emergency notification. 23. Know and understand the personal hygiene practices outlined in the Chemical Hygiene Plan. B. General Laboratory Rules and Guidelines 1. Create a written first aid policy; whether it says to treat or to seek further medical assistance. Your first aid policy must be written down. 2. The laboratory should be well ventilated. 3. Post emergency telephone numbers in the chemical storage room. Have some means of emergency communication in the laboratory, chemical storage room and prep area. 4. In the event of an accident that requires the assistance of outside personnel, as soon as time allows, fill out an accident report describing the event in detail. The accident report must be developed by the science/chemistry teacher and forwarded to the principal who will send a copy to the Chemical Hygiene Officer. The Chemical Hygiene Officer must have already been notified of the accident. 5. All laboratories should have an eyewash station capable of treating both eyes continuously for 15 minutes with copious quantities of tempered aerated potable water. Teach everyone how to use the eyewash station quickly in case of an emergency. Eyewash effectiveness and operation should be inspected before every lab. Federal regulation 29 CFR 1910.1450 requires that eyewash fountains be activated quarterly. Promptly repair any eyewash that does not provide adequate water flow. A repair order must be generated by the science/chemistry teacher and forwarded to the principal who will notify the maintenance department. 6. Have appropriate types and sizes of fire extinguishers. Triclass ABC fire extinguishers are appropriate for laboratories. Fire extinguishers should be inspected by the operations department at least every three months. 7. An approved eyewash station and fire blanket should be accessible within 8 seconds from any point in the laboratory. 8. All chemical containers must have labels. Read all labels carefully—the names of many chemicals look alike at first glance. 9. A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must be available for every hazardous chemical used in the laboratory. 10. Be thoroughly familiar with the hazards and precautions for protection before using any chemical. Study the precautionary label and review its contents before using any chemical substance 11. Dispose of all chemicals properly. All disposal procedures used should conform to state and local regulations. Schools should use the Wayne County Public Schools Chemical Disposal Form to initiate any disposal of hazardous chemicals. 12. Neutralizing chemicals, such as a spill kit, dry sand, kitty litter, and other spill control materials should be readily available. School Improvement Plan - Page 23 of 26 13. Do not use chipped, etched or cracked glassware. Glassware which is chipped or scratched presents a serious breakage hazard when heated or handled. 14. Do not drink from lab glassware or other lab vessels. 15. No food in the laboratory. Do not eat, drink, or chew gum in the laboratory. 16. Do not apply cosmetics in areas where laboratory chemicals are present. 17. Never pipet by mouth. 18. Contact lens wearers should be provided with non-vented or indirect-vented chemical splash goggles in the laboratory. 19. Do not block fire exits. 20. Have an alternative evacuation route in the event your primary route becomes blocked. A copy of the school’s Emergency Evacuation Plan should be attached to each school’s Chemical Hygiene Plan. 21. Practice your emergency plans. 22. Keep all aisles clear. 23. Do not run in the laboratory. 24. Access to exits, emergency equipment, and master utility controls should never be blocked. 25. Do not operate electrical equipment with wet hands. 26. All accidents or near accidents (close calls) should be carefully analyzed with the results distributed to all who might benefit. 27. Never perform unauthorized laboratory experiments. 28. It is recommended that only science classes be held in science laboratories. It is important that any teacher instructing in a lab setting be aware of the school’s Chemical Hygiene Plan and be responsible for its implementation. C. Personal Hygiene Guidelines 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Do not apply cosmetics or smoke, eat, chew, or drink in the laboratory. Do not pipet by mouth; always use a pipet bulb or other appropriate suction device. Wash hands thoroughly after any chemical exposure and before leaving the laboratory. Never smell chemicals directly; odors should be wafted only with teacher consent. Never bring foodstuffs, opened or closed into the lab, chemical prep, or storage room. Foodstuffs should not be eaten if in a room with toxic materials. D. Personal Hygiene Guidelines 1. Eye protection must be worn. Chemical splash goggles must meet ANSI Z87.1 Standard. Wear face shields when dealing with corrosive liquids, (i.e., full strength acids and bases). 2. Wear gloves that offer protection for all hazards you may find in the lab. Test for holes every time you wear your gloves. 3. Wear low-heeled shoes. Do not wear open-toed shoes or sandals of any kind. Always wear socks in the laboratory. 4. Do not wear shorts--wear long pants. 5. Do not wear loose or balloon sleeves. 6. Tie back long hair. 7. Contact lens wearers should be provided with non-vented or indirect-vented chemical splash goggles in the laboratory. 8. Do not wear hanging jewelry. 9. Do not wear a long or loose necktie. 10. Do not wear an absorbent watch strap 11. Inspect all protective safety equipment before use. If defective, do not use. E Housekeeping Rules 1. Keep chemicals in the chemical prep and storage room. If chemicals are moved to the classroom for lab, they must be returned to their proper storage location at the end of the day’s laboratory periods. School Improvement Plan - Page 24 of 26 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Waste materials require proper containers and labels. Label all chemicals with names and hazards. Prepared solutions should be labeled with date, concentrations, and initials of preparer. Never block access to exits or emergency equipment. Clean up all spills properly and promptly. Work and floor surfaces should be cleaned regularly and kept free of clutter. F. Spill and Accident Procedures 1. Notify—Call for help. Evacuate—Get everyone to a safe location. Assemble— organize the students and all workers. Report—Fill out a detailed accident report after the emergency is over. Clean up spills immediately and thoroughly. Follow approved spill cleanup procedures; spills should only be cleaned up by approved personnel. A bucket of dry sand should be available as a Class D fire extinguisher and to aid in providing traction on a slippery floor. Neutralizer for both acid and base spills should be available in the event of a chemical spill. 2. 3. 4. G. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. Chemical Storage Rules and Procedures A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) must be available for every hazardous chemical in the science laboratory. The chemistry teacher/science chair should put the MSDSs in notebooks labeled Current Science Chemicals and should store the notebooks in the front office and science classrooms. The notebooks must be current at all times. The chemistry/science teacher must keep an updated inventory of all chemicals, their amounts and location. Stored chemicals should be examined annually for replacement, deterioration and chemical integrity. Your entire Chemical Hygiene Plan is based on the proper updated inventory always being available. The science chair should keep a copy of each science teacher’s updated chemical inventory. No hazardous chemical will be used or stored without a MSDS on file. Science teachers should label all chemical solutions made with the identity of the contents, date, concentration, hazard information, and the initials of the preparer. Date label all chemicals with the purchase date. This will allow anyone to determine the age of a substance at a later date. Establish a separate and secure storage room for chemicals. Do not allow incoming shipments of chemicals to be opened and transported by school personnel other than qualified science teachers. The special shipping containers can prove valuable for chemical storage. All chemicals should be stored in chemically compatible families (See MSDSs or publications such as the Flinn Chemical Catalog/Reference Manual for details). Store the minimum amount of chemicals needed. Store corrosives in appropriate corrosives cabinets. Flammable materials should be stored in an approved flammable storage cabinet. If possible, keep certain items in the original shipping package, e.g., acids and bases in the special styrofoam cubes. Avoid storing chemicals on shelves above eye level. Shelving above any work area, such as a sink, should be free of chemicals or other loose miscellany. Chemical storage cabinets should be secured to walls or floor to prevent tipping of entire sections. Shelves used to store chemicals should be equipped with lips. Chemicals should not be stored on the floor except in approved shipping containers. Never store food in a laboratory refrigerator. Store chemicals in a separate, locked, dedicated storage area. Only authorized personnel are allowed in the chemical storage room. Chemical exposure to heat or direct sunlight should be avoided. All science classrooms should be locked when left unattended. School Improvement Plan - Page 25 of 26 Waivers Waiver No: 1 Wavier Name: Classroom Flexibility Law, Regulation or Policy which Exemption is requested: G.S. 115.c-105.21.B How waiver will promote achievement of performance Goals: Students will be provided continuous instruction from a highly qualified instructor to support provision for an education continuum. School Improvement Plan - Page 26 of 26