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Building Improvement Plan

Every year, Bayless Junior High administration presents a building improvement plan to the Board of Education. It outlines the school's priorities for the year and how it will help students grow. Below is a condensed version covering  the key areas staff is focusing on to support every student’s success: Academic Growth, Caring Culture, and Attendance and Belonging

Printable version of BIP

Academic Growth

We Are

  • Using i-Ready data to check progress in reading and math
  • Providing Power Hour tutoring and small-group support
  • Strengthening writing through CERCA and The Writing Revolution
  • Holding Student-Led Conferences so students take ownership of their learning.

We Will

  • Increase the number of students meeting grade-level goals
  • Use data to personalize instruction and boost engagement
  • Support teachers with collaboration and professional learning

We Expect to See

  • More students meeting or exceeding expectations in reading, math and science
  • Students who are more confident and motivated to learn

How Families Can Help

  • Review your child’s i-Ready progress and celebrate growth
  • Encourage reading and problem-solving at home
    Support regular attendance and participation in Power Hour

Caring Culture

We Are

  • Teaching empathy and connection through Second Step and daily Mindful Moments.
  • Partnering with CHADS, Monarch, and Lutheran Family Services to support student mental health
  • Offering clubs, sports and leadership opportunities to build belonging

We Will

  • Use student surveys to guide lessons about relationships and empathy
  • Recognize students who show strong character and leadership
  • Continue building strong relationships across our school community

We Expect to See

  • Improved well-being, empathy and connection among students
  • Fewer behavior concerns and stronger relationships

How Families Can Help

  • Talk with your child about their day and their feelings
  • Encourage participation in clubs, sports and activities
  • Reinforce kindness, respect and responsible choices at home

Attendance and Belonging

We Are

  • Tracking attendance and celebrating improvement
  • Working with families to remove barriers for regular attendance
  • Using data to identify students who may need extra support

We Will

  • Maintain at least 90% of students attending 90% of the time
  • Strengthen communication with families about attendance
  • Build a school culture where students feel connected and want to be at school

We Expect to See

  • Better attendance and stronger academic results
  • A greater sense of pride and belonging as Bronchos

How Families Can Help

  • Make daily attendance a priority
  • Communicate quickly about absences and help your child stay on track
  • Celebrate consistent attendance and effort