For the 2006-2007 academic year, the Ohio Integrated Systems Model is being implemented through the State Improvement Grant (SIG) by the Ohio Department of Education. Currently the SERRC network is providing professional development and technical assistance for districts interested in participation. Contact your regional SERRC for information.
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Getting started in the Ohio Integrated Systems Model for Academic and Behavior Supports (OISM) requires thoughtful planning and execution. Initial key questions that district leadership must address are:
- Is it a priority in our district to raise the achievement of all students and close the achievement gap?
- Is there a commitment to engage in a multi-year comprehensive school improvement model focused on systems of support addressing both behavior and academics?
Once commitment is established, a district-level leadership team is formed. This team, chaired by the superintendent, includes, but is not limited to, representation from the leadership of curriculum and instruction, pupil personnel/student services, building level administration, and other key stakeholder group leaders. The purpose of this team, in collaboration with SERRC, is to implement systems change at the district level to support building level implementation and, in turn, improve achievement for all groups of students. The work of the district team involves reviewing and may involve revising district policies and practices. In addition, the district leadership team will engage in professional learning to build skills and information related to the key content of OISM.
In order to sustain OISM, districts must develop internal capacity to support training and technical assistance at the building level. District personnel selected to function as district coaches are supported by the district leadership team and the SERRC to provide training and coaching support to principal-led building leadership teams. The representation on this team, like the district leadership team, is diverse and includes both general and special education as well as parents and community stakeholders.
In summary, implementation of Ohio Integrated Systems Model requires comprehensive training, technical assistance and support, and leadership commitment.
Additional content on the Ohio Integrated Systems Model can be found on this site under eLearning Academies and Resources and Tools.
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