Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 38, September 20, 2024
3.1.
Operational Procedures. OIEP shall establish operational policies and implement
written procedures that reflect the education standards adopted by the WVBE.
These standards assure that juveniles in facilities under the governance of the
WVBE and the State Superintendent of Schools are afforded the opportunity to
receive an adequate and appropriate education in accordance with applicable
state and federal_laws, policies and regulations; continue to advance in
school; and, prepare for reentry to the public schools, postsecondary education
or the world of work.
3.2.
Curriculum and Instruction. The curriculum and instructional practices of the
organization and the school are based on WVBE and OIEP policy and research, and
ensure that students in these facilities have an adequate and equitable
opportunity to learn.
3.2.1. Curriculum Based
on Content Standards and Objectives. The curriculum is based on the content
standards and objectives approved by the WVBE. Content standards are used to
guide instruction.
3.2.2. High
Expectations. Through curricular offerings, and instructional and
administrative practices, staff demonstrate high expectations for the learning
and achieving of all students.
3.2.3. Learning Environment. School staff
provide a safe, positive and nurturing environment that is conducive to
learning.
3.2.4. Research Based
Instructional Strategies. Staff demonstrate the use of research based
instructional strategies that facilitate learning for all students.
3.2.5. Instruction. Instruction is based on
four core academic areas (English/language arts/reading, mathematics, social
studies, science) and programs in developmental guidance appropriate for the
student's developmental and grade level. Elective offerings must be based on
approved WVBE content standards and objectives or must have written goals and
objectives that are approved by the Superintendent of OIEP. The instructional
program will accommodate the frequent entry and exit of students. Frequent
monitoring and assessment of student progress is utilized to guide and improve
instruction.
3.2.6. Instruction in
Writing. Instruction in writing shall be a part of every student's weekly
education program. Feedback on student writing shall be provided.
3.2.7. Instructional Materials and
Library/Technology Access. All students have access to approved and appropriate
up-to-date textbooks, instructional materials, and other resources in all
curricular areas. Students have regular access to library/educational
technology centers or classroom libraries.
3.2.8. Multicultural Activities.
Multicultural activities are included at all programmatic levels with an
emphasis on prevention and zero tolerance for racial, sexual, religious/ethnic
harassment, or violence. (126 CSR 18, WVBE Policy 2421, Racial, Sexual,
Religious/Ethnic Harassment and Violence Policy, hereinafter Policy
2421.)
3.2.9. Instructional Day.
Priority is given to teaching and learning with a focus on the active
engagement of students during designated instructional class time. An
instructional day is provided that includes a minimum of 315 minutes for
kindergarten and grades 1 through 4; 330 minutes for grades 5 through 8; and
345 minutes for grades 9 through 12. The school submits to OIEP a calendar with
a minimum 180 instructional days (W. Va. Code §
18-5-45; 126 CSR
42, WVBE Policy 2510, Assuring The Quality of Education: Regulations for
Education Programs, hereinafter Policy 2510). An extended school term is
provided as required by statute or interagency agreement.
3.3. Student and School Planning and
Performance. The school's education program provides the opportunity for
students to learn at developmental and grade appropriate levels to acquire the
knowledge and skills needed to advance and succeed in a competitive, changing
society.
3.3.1. Mission and Goals. The
mission and goals of the organization/school provide direction for planning the
school's education program.
3.3.2.
Strategic Plan. School leaders collaborate with school staff to develop and
implement a formal, written strategic plan. The strategic plan is based on data
regarding student achievement, program delivery, and student outcomes. The
strategic plan provides for establishment, implementation, evaluation, and
monitoring of a continuous process of school improvement. The strategic plan is
reviewed and updated annually.
3.3.3. Data Analysis. The school analyzes,
interprets, and uses student assessment and performance data to identify and
assist students who are below grade level in achieving mastery of the state
content standards and objectives. The school uses multiple measures to annually
evaluate program effectiveness.
3.3.4. Staff Development (Continuing
Education). The organization and school provide for the delivery of
professional growth and development opportunities for employees.
3.3.5. Counseling Services. School counselors
in long-term juvenile education programs spend at least sixty percent (60%) of
their work schedule in a direct counseling relationship with students, and
devote no more than forty percent (40%) of their work schedule to counseling
related administrative activities.
3.3.6. Guidance and Advisement. Students are
provided specific guidance and advisement opportunities in the areas of
academic, career, and personal/social development. Students have an opportunity
to review career clusters and to select a career cluster to explore in grades 9
and 10, and to choose a career major prior to completion of grade 10.
3.3.7. Student Assessment and Program
Planning. Student Assistance Teams (SAT) use classroom observation,
comprehensive assessment, and educational record reviews for the purpose of
addressing academic and behavior performance and the development of academic
and/or behavioral interventions/modifications as_appropriate. SAT facilitates
and expedites the development of an Individual Program and Transition Plan
(IPTP) or an Individualized Education Program (IEP), as appropriate, for each
student.
3.3.8. Lesson Planning.
Teachers prepare lesson plans in advance. Lesson plans are based on approved
content standards and objectives. The administrator reviews lesson plans a
minimum of once each quarter and provides written feedback.
3.4. Regulatory Agency Reviews.
Following facility reviews and inspections by regulatory agencies, findings are
reported and deficiencies corrected consistent with interagency agreements.
3.4.1. Facilities are safe, free of hazards
and adequate to meet the needs of students and provide an environment conducive
to learning.
3.5.
Administrative Practices. The organization and school consider data and
research, and implement procedures that conform to W. Va. Code and WVBE and
OIEP policy to achieve a consistent and efficient operation of education
programs.
3.5.1. Legal Basis. There is a
legal basis for the organization/school to provide education programs in
facilities under the governance of WVBE and the State Superintendent of
Schools.
3.5.2. School-Host Agency
Collaboration. The school and host agency develop a collaborative partnership
that ensures a positive school culture, safe and adequate facility for learning
and supports the delivery of a high quality education program.
3.5.3. Codes of Conduct. The organization and
school implement, investigate, and monitor the code of conduct for employees.
(W.Va. Code §
18-2E-5,
126 CSR 162, WVBE Policy 5902, Employee Code of Conduct, hereinafter Policy
5902 and OIEP Employee Handbook.)
3.5.4. Statewide Assessment. OIEP education
programs shall participate in statewide assessment programs.
3.6. Personnel. OIEP shall employ
personnel to deliver high quality programs and services that ensure academic
success for all students; implement employment hiring and assignment practices
that conform with W. Va. Code, WVBE and OIEP policy.
3.6.1. Hiring. OIEP follows hiring practices
set forth in the WVBE approved Employee Handbook for Institutional Education
Programs.
3.6.2. Licensure.
Professional educators and other professional personnel are licensed for their
assignments under WVBE policy.
3.6.3. Evaluation. OIEP implements an
evaluation policy for professional and service personnel in accordance with
OIEP policy.
3.6.4. Orientation and
Mentoring. OIEP provides orientation and mentoring for new employees.
3.7. Safe, Drug Free, Violence
Free, and Disciplined Schools. OIEP education programs maintain a safe, drug
free, violence free, and disciplined learning environment that ensures the
physical, social, and emotional well being of students and staff and that
respects individual differences.
3.7.1.
School Rules, Procedures, and Expectations. School rules, procedures, and
expectations are written, clearly communicated, and enforced. (Policy
2510.)
3.7.2. OIEP implements WVBE
and OIEP policy and W. Va. Code, governing employee disciplinary procedures;
racial, sexual, religious/ethnic harassment and violence; substance abuse;
tobacco use; student confidentiality; grading; health and safety of staff and
students; security; staff-student relationships; supervision of students; and
reporting of child abuse and neglect. (W. Va. Code §
18-8-8
and § 18A-5-1; Policy 2421; 126 CSR 51, WVBE Policy 2423, Communicable
Disease Control Policy; 126 CSR 23, WVBE Policy 2422.5, Substance Abuse and
Tobacco Control; 126 CSR 37, WVBE Policy 2515, Uniform Grading, and the OIEP
Employee Handbook.)
3.8.
Leadership. Effective leadership exists at the central office, school, and
classroom levels. Leadership is demonstrated by vision, school culture,
instruction, management, environment, community, and professionalism. (126 CSR
147, WVBE Policy 5500.03, Rules for Required Qualities, Proficiencies and
Leadership Skills for Principals.)
3.8.1.
Interagency Agreements. Agreements between OIEP and the host agency in each
facility clearly specify host agency responsibilities for providing adequate
facilities and maintenance.
