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2019 State Legislative Priorities - Dubuque Community Copyrighted December 3, 2018 City of Dubuque Consent Items # 8. ITEM TITLE: 2019 State Legislative Priorities - Dubuque Community School District SUMMARY: City Manager providing a copy of the Dubuque Community School Districfs 2019 State Legislative Priorities. SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File ATTACHMENTS: Description Type Dubuque Community School District 2019 Legislative Supporting Documentation Priorities .... �� Dubu ue �.� q 1 COMMUNITY SCHOOLS � O 1 � i ! i 1 � i I i i 1 1 S i i i [ [` ! F ___ __ __ _ _ __ ._.. __ .. _ __... __. _....._ __.. ...._.._.. EXTEND STATE PElVNY SALES T1�.X The statewide One-Cent Sales Tax has hel ed schools address the a e-old O p 9 problem of equity and adequacy for school facilities. In Dubuque, it has helped maintain vibrant educational facilities, address population growth and infuse the local economy. WE SUPPORT eliminating the sunset permanently, allowing districts to maintain facilities and technology without needlessly increasing property taxes. Future state penny revenues should remain dedicated to schools and property tax equity/relief. `ESO�V� FORMULA w�,^� �1� 1T '�T Ct 7'�;�7��?�m F�'t�T r�T't!�,r��r��'� WE SUPPORT eliminating the $170 difference in the district cost per pupil in the school foundation formula and close the expenditure gap in school � ' transportation costs. m� � �� p �,-,' jF �?��T��'��? �� r^1� ��' �' �I � - ; , ; � �{ � lowa, the Dubuque area included, has an educator shortage. Adequate funding is `� a a o �; essential for public schools to compete with the private sector for employees. WE SUPPORT flexibility in certification requirements, elimination of licensure barriers, ' ��V� '' acceptance of alternate evidence to demonstrate mastery, loan-forgiveness and creation of a public-service track within lowa's CTE plan, all of which will help f� schools meet the challenge of attracting and retaining tomorrow's educators. _ _ _..... _ ._ ___._..... _........ _...._ _ _ ____ _...__._. __._ _ _...._ _ __.... _.... � , STLTDENT MENT�L HEAL,TH SER�TICES � c �— —, ' Students with mental health challenges need lowa to fund services, eliminate barriers, and clarify funding sources and responsibilities, which must include critical partners and wrap-around services. Medicaid and private insurance must pay for telehealth counseling provided virtually to students while at school. �� ,n rr��,r _ , 'i ce cc Dubuque has made great strides in school safety in recent years and student/ � staff safety remains a top priority. Dubuque, and urban schools like us, would benefit from additional resources, training and support of school safety �� including resources for technology and facilities through extension of the state penny, and state funding for security personnel and training to protect against active shooter and other emergency situations presenting harm. i FINANCIAL I,ITERACY � Dubuque was a leader in the movement to require financial literacy for all � students and we believe it is essential for students in today's world to master financial literacy. However, implementation of the 2018 mandate places a significant burden on urban students and schools. WE SUPPORT a phase-in of the requirements which wouid first apply to incoming freshman July 1, 2019, include local flexibility in content delivery, and remove the explicit standards from lowa Code as they would be better set by the lowa State Board of Education. IaISTRICT AUTI�OR.ITY WE SUPPORT the continued belief that School Boards are responsible to make decisions on behalf of their students, staff and communities to meet the goals � � of their district. - ___ __ __.. _........_ _ _......_ _....___ ____ __-- ___ __ ?�T�,�T'�r6' TrT ��lj1�T7�'� �'�T�T��' � Public schools are the answer to lowa's workforce challenge, as �ve educate a � � diverse workforce with the skills necessary to fuel our future. � ,�... � Adequate funding is required to: � » fulfill the goal of restoring lowa's first-in-the-nation education status, ' » deliver world-class learning results for all students, ; » develop a world-class workforce to secure lowa's economic future, and � » recruit, retain and reward lowa's excellent educators of today and the future. The cost per pupil must be sufficient to fuel school districts and AEAs, but adequacy is not enough. Equity requires our formula to meet student need as poverty in lowa has nearly doubled in the last two decades. lowa's school G formula must recognize the needs of students from low-income or non-English � speaking families, or at-risk of dropping out, to fund programs for student success. Early investment increases access to quality preschool programs which prevent higher costs later. � I� A strong school finance system requires commitment to the principles of primacy, adequacy, equity, and flexibility. lowa's investment in public education should mirror economic growth and make up for shortfalis when the economy is robust. New state resources must supplement, not supplant existing resources. lowa's future depends on stable and balanced tax policy that generates enough money to fund lowa's priorities, including the education of iowa's chiidren. ; Dubuque students, and public school students across the state, are the Promise of lowa. �� We believe that ublic schools are vital to the success of our oun p y g people, our � communities, our economy and our state. We agree that strengthening investn�ents in THE PROMISE �owa public schools must be a priority for our state. c,�osv� Learn more about the Promise of(owa at: www.pramiseofiowa.org ... ��► � Dubuque e"' COMMUNITY SCHOOLS 2300 Chaney Road � Dubuque. lowa 52001-3059 � 563/552-3000 � www.dbqschools.org '._��: � , ..: -�.�,.-� ' ,;._,: '-._._. ._.___.. . . . . . ... .. _., _ . .... .. _.___ _...._.. ... ..__. . ,...,.._.�..._. . ... ._ _.._.__"_.' _ ___.._ __._.. .... _.._..�._.... ._ __ .. . ...._.. _...._. ___. .._. , .__,_... _..._. __.._ ....._ . ...._... .._... � - -� , . _' _____- ___... 1"'_.. ..__.. - . _ Stay connected with the Dubuque Community School District! ••�• ' 2300 Chaney Road,Dubuque,lowa 52001 3059 563/552-3000 www.dbqschools.org � , �� Dubuque C O M M U N I T Y S C H O O L S , ��• Learn more about tlie str�ategic plan at: wvew.dbc�seiiools.org/sgrategicplar� __..,.._m._�_.__._a_�.___��.,......___..._. _.._.._._ __.�_ . __ _ _ _ _ _ I ouR MISSION � To �EVE�oP world-class leaders � � <� � �' aN� citizens of character � • �'� ` ' � � iN a safe and inclusive ;O` � , LEARNING COMMUNITY � ' � � i --- _ -- _ i • _ o � i 1 1 . o m , , m , ; ; _ _ � _ . , � � , o � > ,�--------------------------------- � �, - • . � - , � - � � - - - - -, � _ . `� ouR VISIOlV ' � � i Unfolding the potential of every o 0 0 �__ _____ _-' student by empowering the teacher/ o00 ` A ; _ � _ �' student relationship through: � ` i � • promoting the roles and � � �,��;�'� ' i � responsibilities we all have in the - �_, "..,'' - o � - � � 21st-century learning process; i .. __ ' � • removing barriers; ��' • creating an environment where � _ i i character and citizenship count; i r � T�� • leveraging content knowledge ' _..._..._._.._,. , � � � —� to become critical thinkers and � �£"'` �� o o problem solvers; and �• _,,� � y �--"--------'---= providing multiple pathways to _ � � `� unlocking student potential. � � C�U'� ' ` The Board of Education values: \ , � � � � � � � � � � � � • Essential skills of digital-age 1 � literacy, inventive thinking, effective communication, and ��:: high productivity "� '� • Innovative programming options � ; ��, • � • • Extra-curricular activities and \�� , � � � character development � � I - • Building leadership capacity for � � - i all employees ._ � • Community engagement and � ' '`' �II�_ � � ��^. r _ multiple ways of communication i � �`z' �� • Being transparent, ethical, equitable � g g g i �� i;, ` '�� and using resources wisely � -_� _ i ' I �� . � - . �_ A_ . .._ _ _ . __.. _ �^_ ;�� _I _ _ � � _�_ _ ___ �___._� � .� .._�.._--� ___ �_.____�_�_.____--_____..__.---�_-�_ �___ -______..�.__._.._ � � � � i GOALS � � - -- - ACTION STEPS �� OUTCOMES :�s �_- � �� . � � o �_� __ for Creating an Optimal Learning Environment Aec a:'='• . _..__. _.. _ __ __ __ --�-�-� . . Z��n�er�arten R�adi.ne�� __ _ o . �� Increase proficiency on the FAST reading assessment: Student Achievement Strengthen instructional delivery in district and 0 � / '; �'�� ' Fall 2017: 46% meet/exceed benchmark partner preschools. aTlC�. DeV210�J1T1eIlt ¢ '' '° . t/exceed benchmark ❑ 2023 Goal: 65/ mee _ Enhance instruction to more deeply engage ,_ . ; ,T.,�� __ __ __ __ _ _ _ � � � students in their learnin �� Increase roficienc �on the�FAST r g :�: _ � t;>�� Empower all students with the education and skills ' o `t p y eadingassessment: necessary to live healthy, rewarding lives as confident, Empower students to take an active role in i �--- �; o SUCCeSSfUI II1dIVIdua15. fostering a safe learning environment. �. Fall 2017: 60/�meet/exceed benchmark :' 2023 Goal: 85/ meet/exceed benchmark Individualize learning to meet the needs of each Increase reading proficiency on the Iowa Testing Program student. %- Fall 2017: 71% proficient Provide students with greater choice in their 2023 Goal: 76% proficient educational experience. Increase math proficiency on the Iowa Testing Program ' Challenge present practices as related to equity ' Fall 2017: 69% proficient � and inclusion to close the achievement gap. " 2023 Goal: 74% proficient Community Engagement _ _ �P - - _ — _ __ _ ___ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ - Motivate non-participant students to engage in - �. . :::� _ --, ,_ � �.'�. :�;i,�ift:'�r' ... extracurricular activities. , ,� Q:' : Broaden meaningful, active engagement among students, ��x•� IncreasereadingproficiencyontheIowaTestingProgram parents and community/business partners to enhance � ' Fall 2017: 70% proficient dlVel'S@ 12a1"I"11f1g OppOf tUnitl@S f01' all StUd@I1tS. Educate and engage parents/guardians and 2023 Goal: 75% proficient - - - - - --- - -- - -- - ----- community members in preparing children for ` Increase math proficiency on the Iowa Testing Program entering schooL Fall 2017: 74% proficient Immerse students in learning through community 2023 Goal: 79% proficient ./•;�•. _ internships and career-focused opportunities. ` "��/ ��,) _. Q'O•O < �� I �4 I i � ��i. ` '�' .'. . � �-. �i'. ,�.�. Provide ongoing opportunities to further engage ' � ;�-�,=- o Increase reading proficiency on the Iowa Testing Program Eff@Ct1V@ R@SOU1'C@ parents/guardians and community members in �' .'% Fall 2017: 73% roficient $ - � student learning. p Management ;' ' 2023 Goal: 78% proficient _ ___ _ _ __ __ Increase math proficiency on the Iowa Testing Program ,. Maintain fiscal stability, maximize efficiency of Enhance security measures to maintain a safe ` '-' Fall 2017: 81% proficient district operations and align resources to support • physical environment. ; � _ _ _._,. ,� 2023 Goal: 86% proficient ' ':�• �}(�\ __ dynamic teaching and learning. align financiai resources to su ort student '�' � � ,_ , ,- �� / �" �� . . F_ ,, pp � � �� ` _.__._ _ _ success while ensuring fiscal stability. ;: _ _ __ __ " -. t�% ,' ;; Increase the number of students having a college/career Further embed technology tools to enhance � experience (AP,PSEO,Concurrent,PICC,Internships,etc.) teaching and learning. Current: not available Prioritize renovation and construction projects to 2023 Goal: 100% of graduates � . support student learning. Increase the number of students taking a post-secondary n n n qualifying exam(ACT/AccuPlacer/ALEKS/SAT/ASVAB) C)C)C) lW1Nll Em 10 ee Excellence > current: not a�a��ab�e p y Ensure an environment in which we expect and rely (j- 2023 Goal: 95% of graduates _._ _ __ _ __ _ _ on staff to make quality decisions. ��1 in a caring way, and to demonstrate behaviors and attitudes Reinforce and support a staff culture of hiqh �.��;� Increas�e the fo Ex ect staff to meet the needs of students effectively and �" expectations and engagement for all students. ur-year graduation rate ' that are consistent with the belief that all students can learn. ;: c�ass of 2oi6 four-year rate: s9.�6°io Enhance leadership development of administrators. 2023 Goal: 92.00% Increase the five-year graduation rate _ __ _ _ _ __ : ' Class of 2015 five-year rate: 93.15% 2023 Goal: 95.00% ��,�.,,_�._