Mequon-Thiensville School District

2009-2010SCHOOL DISTRICTPERFORMANCE REPORTEQUON-HIENSVILLECHOOL DISTRICT2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 1

District Office5000 W. Mequon Rd.Mequon, WI 53092262.238.8500Homestead High SchoolBrett Bowers, Principal5000 W. Mequon Rd.Mequon, WI 53092262.238.5900Lake Shore Middle SchoolCarrie Wilson, Principal11036 N. Range Line Rd.Mequon, WI 53092262.238.7600Steffen Middle SchoolDeborah Anderson, Principal6633 W. Steffen Dr.Mequon, WI 53092262.238.4700Donges Bay ElementaryRobert Dunning, Principal2401 W. Donges Bay Rd.Mequon, WI 53092262.238.7920Oriole Lane ElementaryMary Jo Tye, Principal12850 N. Oriole Ln.Mequon, WI 53097262.238.4220Wilson ElementaryJocelyn Sulsberger, Principal11001 N. Buntrock Rd.Mequon, WI 53092262.238.4600M-T Recreation DepartmentRyan Mangan, Director11040 N. Range Line Rd.Mequon, WI 53092262.238.7535WE’RE ON THE WEB!SEE US AT: WWW.MTSD.K12.WI.USMISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Mequon-Thiensville School District, an active partnership ofstaff, school board, parents, and community, is to create an educational environmentthat will motivate our students to develop the skills and attitudes necessary tobecome life long learners and successfully meet future opportunities by:• Providing a challenging curriculum that will meet the needs of all students,• Offering a diverse selection of co-curricular opportunities that enhances theeducational experience,• Providing an environment where cultural and personal diversity is understoodand accepted, and• Protecting our community’s long-term investment through prudent financialand facilities management.Adopted by the Mequon-Thiensville Board of EducationNovember 14, 2005VISION STATEMENTMTSD will be a robust learning community that is defined by our shared valuesfocused on nurturing the professional, personal, and academic growth of students,parents, staff and community as members of a global society.Public Notification of Nondiscrimination PolicyThe Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristicprotected under State or Federal law including, but not limited to, sex, race, religion,national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital status, parental status, sexualorientation, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability in any of itsstudent programs and activities. This policy prohibits any form of discriminationas defined by State or Federal law including, not limited to, Title II, Title VI andVII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Age Act.The District encourages informal resolution of complaints under this policy. Aformal complaint resolution procedure is available, however, to address allegationsof violations of the policy in the Mequon-Thiensville School District.Any questions concerning this policy should be directed to:Dr. Demond Means, Superintendentdmeans@mtsd.k12.wi.us(262) 238-8502Mequon-Thiensville School District5000 W. Mequon RoadMequon, WI 530922 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

LETTER FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT TOTHE CITIZENS OF MEQUON-THIENSVILLEDEAR COMMUNITY MEMBERS,This past June, the class of 2010 crossedthe stage at Homestead High School toaccept their well-deserved diplomas. Asthose students prepare for the next stageof their lives, they do so in an increasinglycompetitive world; one in whicheducation is more important than everbefore.While the foundation of a well-roundededucation will always include the basicsof reading, writing and arithmetic, itmust also now include additional skillssuch as the ability to find and use information,to communicate with peoplehalf a world away, and to learn andrelearn as our world changes.In the Mequon-Thiensville SchoolDistrict, we embrace this change and areactively working to ensure that our studentsare well prepared for the opportunitiesand challenges which lie ahead.This school performance report providessome information about our progress inmeeting the needs of our students andin achieving the goals we have establishedfor ourselves.We have much of which to be proud.Measure for measure, our studentscontinue to perform at a very high leveland we continue to make progress inmeeting our goals. Nevertheless, as wework to meet the needs of our students,we must not be satisfied with our pastsuccess; we must continue raising ourexpectations of what all of our studentsare able to achieve.As we continue to forge ahead, we willalso persevere with our efforts to increaseefficiency while minimizing costs.With that, I would like to thank youonce again for your support of ourschools and our students.Sincerely,DEMOND A. MEANS, ED. D.Superintendent of Schools2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 3

DONGES BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLRobert Dunning, Principal2401 West Donges Bay RoadMequon, Wisconsin 53092(262) 238-7920www.mtsd.k12.wi.us/donges_bay2009-2010 Enrollment: 492Teaching Staff: 34.6DID YOU KNOW• The fifth graders in Mr. Roeker’s MathGroup had the top score in the state forthe Continental Math Competition.• The MTEF Range Line Award for TeachingExcellence was given to Donges Bayfourth grade teacher, Jane McCormick.• The 2009 District Educator of the Yearwas awarded to Donges Bay fifth gradeteacher, Nancy Vitse.• The Special Education Teacher of theYear was awarded to Colleen Ivy by theNational Association of Special EducationTeachers.• Donges Bay’s Charleen Perry was awardedthe Paraprofessional of the Year bythe Wisconsin Council of Administratorsof Special Services.• Each year the Donges Bay ElementarySchool recognizes a student who is verysupportive of special needs studentsby giving them the Hackett Award, thisyear’s award was presented to SethEiseman.With an emphasis on providing students with the knowledge and skills necessaryfor success, Donges Bay Elementary School strives for academic excellence andintegrity. The school recognizes that teaching and learning are human endeavors,based on personal triumph, struggle, and the passion for helping children becomeknowledgeable, respectful, kind citizens. Donges Bay students and staff both understandand appreciate that it truly takes a community to educate our children.In addition to ensuring that students know their three “Rs,” emphasis is placed onanother four “Rs:” respect, responsibility, reliability, and resiliency. The school focuseson academic excellence by being goal-oriented and data-driven. Beyond implementingnew initiatives in reading, spelling, writing, and math, students are taught theimportance of being good citizens and giving back to their community throughstudent council and PTO-partnered programs. Donges Bay students learn values aswell as academics.The school participates in a number of community partnerships, including one withConcordia University Wisconsin. Over the years, Donges Bay has welcomed manyCUW students for teacher observations, clinical work, and student teaching. Theschool has also enjoyed success with a letter-writing program, in which CUW studentscorrespond with Donges Bay students during the semester before they beginteaching at the school.4 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

DONGES BAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL2009-2010 PERFORMANCE2009-2010Free/Red. Lunch 17 3.5%Eng. Lang. Learners 25 5.1%Spec. Education 86 17.5%Average Daily Attendance2008-2009 95.4%2007-2008 96.1%2006-2007 95.5%Enrollment by GradeEC KG 1 2 3 4 512 62 69 97 72 93 87Enrollment by ethnicityAfrican American 20 4.1%Asian 31 6.3%Hispanic 19 3.9%Native American 1 0.2%White 421 85.6%STAFF DATA (2009-10)Number of teachers:Education Assistants 8.69 Administrator 134.6015.2 *Average Experience (years)Percentage with Advanced Degree* As of 2008-09TESTING – “PROFICIENT” + “ADVANCED”Reg. Education Paraeducator 1 Principal 1Paraeducator 7Eng/Lang Arts Support Staff 0.53Eng. Lang. Learner Aide 0.16Clerical/Technical 2 Other 1.17Office Secretary 1 IMC 1Admin Secretary 1 Nurse 0.17Custodial/Operations 2Custodian 1Head Custodian 1Total: 14.86Levels Based on Total Enrolled*Class of 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014WKCE 4th Grade Language Arts 91% 93% 91% 86% 90%WKCE 4th Grade Math 94% 95% 93% 92% 90%WKCE 4th Grade Reading 91% 96% 92% 95% 95%WKCE 4th Grade Science 81% 94% 91% 92% 94%WKCE 4th Grade Social Studies 98% 98% 100% 100% 96%*Note: Source DPI full academic year WKCE test score data2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 5

ORIOLE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLMary Jo Tye, Principal12850 North Oriole LaneMequon, Wisconsin 53097(262) 238-4220www.mtsd.k12.wi.us/oriolelane2009-2010 Enrollment: 420Teaching Staff: 29.62DID YOU KNOW• All of the students and staff membersat Oriole Lane School had the opportunityto work with the award-winning authorMaryBeth Lorbiecki, for three daysin February. Ms. Lorbiecki, WisconsinChildren’s Book Author of the Year, haswritten more than 20 highly acclaimedbooks.• Oriole Lane School went the extra mileto teach its students about the importanceof the fine arts by holding a“Gallery Night” exhibition. The themeof the program was “Art is Life,” andthe students were invited to create anoriginal work of art based on the topic.The event culminated with a juried exhibitionof the students’ work featuringthe paintings of all the children at theschool. The children competed for prizesincluding ribbons and certificates,art books, and family passes to theMilwaukee Art Museum, which wereprovided through sponsorship.• Oriole Lane School students participatedin a program by Earth Adventure.This program travels to schools acrossthe country providing interactive scienceand geography-based lessons.The goal, of the program, is to improveand expand geographic awareness andliteracy.• Oriole Lane hosted the S.C.O.R.E. forExcellence Day, the Milwaukee BrewersBaseball Club’s youth educationand recreation initiative. During theS.C.O.R.E. for Excellence Day activities,Brewers’ players, coaches, and front officestaff visit area schools to present a30-minute assembly on the S.C.O.R.E.program. They encourage students tostrive for excellence in academics, attendance,and attitude.Oriole Lane Elementary School strives to help all children become proficient inreading, writing, mathematics, language usage, and spelling. The curriculum providesstudents with the skills to solve problems, encourages critical thinking, promotesphysical and emotional well-being, recognizes that fine arts are critical to instruction,and fosters a sense of appreciation and acceptance of individual differences.The school focuses on academic excellence by being goal-oriented and data-driven.In addition to a focus on academic excellence, we are committed to goodness. Theschool’s Community Service Committee coordinates a variety of community serviceinitiatives throughout the school year. Two student representatives from each classroomare selected for every Community Service Project. Approximately 100 studentsserved as classroom representatives and leaders during the 2008-2009 school year. It isour belief that all students are leaders and that involvement in community service as achild will promote a life-long interest in giving, leadership, and volunteerism.These projects help increase students’ self-esteem, as well as their leadership andcommunication skills. One example is the “One for Books” project, which wasa part of the school’s Funds for Families Project. Money was collected for thepurchase of books on the “wish lists” of Oriole Lane students. The publishingcompany Scholastic then matched every dollar donated by donating a book to oneof three non-profit organizations.In another example, through a partnership with the Academy of Learning andLeadership, Oriole Lane students collected gently used snow pants and boots, aswell as school supplies. These items were then given to each classroom, to be distributedto students in need.Oriole Lane’s ongoing cooperation with families and schools creates a common goalof excellence in education, and is critical to the success of our students.6 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

ORIOLE LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL2009-2010 PERFORMANCE2009-2010Free/Red. Lunch 31 7.4%Eng. Lang. Learners 24 5.7%Spec. Education 49 11.7%Average Daily Attendance2008-2009 95.5%2007-2008 95.9%2006-2007 95.9%Enrollment by GradeKG 1 2 3 4 555 56 75 76 69 89Enrollment by ethnicityAfrican American 16 3.8%Asian 16 3.8%Hispanic 23 5.5%Native American 2 0.5%White 363 86.4%STAFF DATA (2009-10)Number of teachers:Education Assistants 6.69 Administrator 129.6217.0 *Average Experience (years)Percentage with Advanced Degree* As of 2008-09TESTING – “PROFICIENT” + “ADVANCED”Reg. Education Paraeducator 1 Principal 1Paraeducator 5Eng/Lang Arts Support Staff 0.53Eng. Lang. Learner Aide 0.16Clerical/Technical 2 Other 1.14Office Secretary 1 IMC 1Admin Secretary 1 Nurse 0.14Custodial/Operations 2Custodian 1Head Custodian 1Total: 12.83Levels Based on Total Enrolled*Class of 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014WKCE 4th Grade Language Arts 92% 88% 87% 92% 96%WKCE 4th Grade Math 97% 95% 89% 94% 96%WKCE 4th Grade Reading 92% 94% 96% 100% 96%WKCE 4th Grade Science 92% 91% 89% 96% 93%WKCE 4th Grade Social Studies 98% 100% 97% 100% 100%*Note: Source DPI full academic year WKCE test score data2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 7

WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLJocelyn Sulsberger, Principal11001 N. Buntrock AvenueMequon, Wisconsin 53092(262) 238-4600www.mtsd.k12.wi.us/wilson2009-2010 Enrollment: 507Teaching Staff: 38.53DID YOU KNOW• Over the years, Wilson students havehad the opportunity to meet and workwith artists such as fantasy writer ErinHunter, singer-song writer Randy Peterson,Danceworks dancers and CLIMBTheater actors. These experiences havecreated authentic learning opportunitiesfor students, and, enhanced thedistrict curriculum.• Wilson is located adjacent to GarveyWoods. This, in conjunction with theschool’s nature center, offers an exceptionalopportunity to incorporatenature and all that it offers into variouscontent areas.• Wilson students recognize the importanceof supporting each otherand the community. One example ofthis began three years ago, when theStudent Council founded the WilsonLegacy Scholarship. Through this program,students plan and implementfundraising, which supports a scholarshippresented to a graduating senior.Giving back is a characteristic we hopeall students refine during their years atWilson.• Wilson students, staff and familiesstrive to create a true school community.Family events such as open housedinners, family skate days and movienights ensure that students are awareof the strong supports they have, themany people who are a part of helpingthem find success.Wilson Elementary School provides a supportive, caring environment in whichstudents develop self-esteem, motivation, and a sense of responsibility. The vision ofWilson School is best expressed in the banner that greets all who enter the building,which reads, “Wilson School, a place to learn, love, laugh, and live.”By “learning,” the school means that all students and teachers strive to realizetheir full potential. “Loving” means accepting all children and adults, appreciatingindividual differences, and celebrating uniqueness. A positive environment is createdwhen the right amount of humor is included throughout the day, and it is thisthat the school means by “laughing.” Finally, “living” symbolizes the integration oflearning, loving, and laughing, and promotes self-direction and independence, bothinside and outside school walls.Wilson Elementary strives to provide every student with the opportunity to achievetheir best. Our teachers recognize and stimulate the special talents of all of ourstudents. A number of the school’s teachers are currently advancing in their effortsto become National Board Certified, the highest level of certification possible.In addition to the many talents and strengths of the Wilson staff, clear district goalsand a literacy focus ensure that students are truly prepared for whatever path theychoose in life. A strong curriculum, with a 21st century learning approach engagesstudents and creates a culture that embraces life-long learning!8 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL2009-2010 PERFORMANCE2009-2010Free/Red. Lunch 27 5.4%Eng. Lang. Learners 37 7.2%Spec. Education 91 18.3%Average Daily Attendance2008-2009 98.2%2007-2008 96.1%2006-2007 95.6%Enrollment by GradeEC KG 1 2 3 4 513 81 83 77 83 72 89Enrollment by ethnicityAfrican American 26 5.2%Asian 38 7.6%Hispanic 9 1.8%Native American 1 0.2%White 424 85.1%STAFF DATA (2009-10)Number of teachers:Education Assistants 9.37 Administrator 138.5313.7 *Average Experience (years)Percentage with Advanced Degree* As of 2008-09TESTING – “PROFICIENT” + “ADVANCED”Paraeducator 8.6 Principal 1Eng/Lang Arts Support Staff 0.53Eng. Lang. Learner Aide 0.24Clerical/Technical 2 Other 1.17Office Secretary 1 IMC 1Admin Secretary 1 Nurse 0.17Custodial/Operations 2.38Custodian 1.38Head Custodian 1Total: 15.92Levels Based on Total Enrolled*Class of 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014WKCE 4th Grade Language Arts 89% 92% 93% 95% 94%WKCE 4th Grade Math 99% 97% 92% 97% 93%WKCE 4th Grade Reading 96% 91% 91% 97% 91%WKCE 4th Grade Science 92% 90% 91% 94% 89%WKCE 4th Grade Social Studies 99% 96% 96% 100% 98%*Note: Source DPI full academic year WKCE test score data2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 9

LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOLCarrie Wilson, Principal11036 North Range Line RoadMequon, Wisconsin 53092(262) 238-7600, (262) 238-4700www.mtsd.k12.wi.us/Lake_Shore2009-2010 Enrollment: 404Teaching Staff: 31.06DID YOU KNOW• Lake Shore sixth grader Carly Schulzwas accepted into the middle level honorsstate orchestra.• Lake Shore 7th graders created a seriesof podcasts that were designed to acknowledgeand educate residents aboutthe veterans’ memorials of OzaukeeCounty.• The podcast project won a first placedesignation in a contest organized bythe Wisconsin Educational Media andTechnology Association. The podcastproject and accompanying model wereon display at the Library of Congress.• Lake Shore students, their families andmembers of the Parent Teacher Organizationhelped raise $1500 that weredonated to the Honor Flight program ofOzaukee County. The donation allowedthree WWII veterans to participate in theMay visit to Washington DC.• Lake Shore Middle School was recognizedby the Association of Wisconsin’s SchoolAdministrators as an Exemplary MiddleSchool in 2009-2010, 2008-2009, and2007-2008.Lake Shore Middle School’s goal is to meet the academic, social and emotionalneeds of its students. To that end, the school’s teachers provide rigorous academicchallenges, foster a strong sense of community involvement, promote respect forothers and their individual differences, and employ a student-centered approach tolearning.As a result of continuous student feedback and our school vision, which directs ustoward developmentally-appropriate practices, the school’s grade levels are structuredas small learning communities, which honor the voice of the student. Thecurriculum is strengthened by the inclusion of programs such as “Pursuit,” whichinvites all students to fully develop their areas of strength, such as fine arts, language,math, science, and social studies. The program creates a culture that encouragesstudents to explore and develop their talents, while also helping to personalizetheir learning experience.Lake Shore staff is working to develop our vision of “21st Century” technologyliteracy. Our vision will provide all students with meaningful and relevant dataand research. Access to this data will be determined by student interest and facilitatedby staff in a highly integrated fashion. The goal of our vision is to enablelearners to meaningful connections to authentic learning.All students are active participants in yearly community service activities. This year,the school’s participation encompasses youth advocacy programs, inner-city servicelearning, tutoring, and learning through direct contact with local communities.10 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

LAKE SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL2009-2010 PERFORMANCE2009-2010Free/Red. Lunch 23 5.7%Eng. Lang. Learners 17 4.2%Spec. Education 43 10.6%Average Daily Attendance2008-2009 95.4%2007-2008 95.8%2006-2007 95.8%Enrollment by Grade6 7 8137 124 143Enrollment by ethnicityAfrican American 26 6.2%Asian 18 4.5%Hispanic 7 1.7%Native American 0 0.0%White 353 87.4%STAFF DATA (2009-10)Number of teachers:Education Assistants 5.5 Administrator 131.0610.1 *Average Experience (years)Percentage with Advanced Degree* As of 2008-09TESTING – “PROFICIENT” + “ADVANCED”Paraeducator 4.5 Principal 1Academic InterventionSupport StaffLevels Based on Total Enrolled*Class of 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010WKCE 8th Grade Language Arts 85% 87% 84% 84% 87%WKCE 8th Grade Math 96% 96% 92% 91% 93%WKCE 8th Grade Reading 96% 96% 93% 94% 92%WKCE 8th Grade Science 94% 91% 86% 90% 88%WKCE 8th Grade Social Studies 96% 96% 95% 94% 94%*Note: Source DPI full academic year WKCE test score data1Clerical/Technical 2 Other 1.19Office Secretary 1 IMC 1Admin Secretary 1 Nurse 0.19Custodial/Operations 3Custodian 2Head Custodian 1Total: 13.192009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 11

STEFFEN MIDDLE SCHOOLDeborah Anderson, Principal6633 West Steffen DriveMequon, Wisconsin 53092(262) 238-4700www.mtsd.k12.wi.us/Steffen2009-2010 Enrollment: 403Teaching Staff: 31.66DID YOU KNOW• Mequon-Thiensville Outstanding Educatorof the Year honorees included SteffenMiddle School teachers Lynn Doucetteand Becky Roloff. The Mequon-ThiensvilleEducation Foundation’s “Middle SchoolExcellence in Teaching Award” was presentedto Timothy Stark.• Steffen Middle School was recognizedby the Association of Wisconsin’s SchoolAdministrators as an Exemplary MiddleSchool in 2008-2009, 2007-2008, and2006-2007.• Steffen student Sydney Schaefer won agold key award for her art piece in TheScholastic Art Competition. Her workwas on display at the Milwaukee Art Museum.• Anna Belle Hoots, Dan Held and Tim Reinholzwere recognized on the WisconsinState Music website with State Honors inOrchestra.Steffen Middle School has been committed to academic excellence for the pastforty-three years. High expectations define its rigorous curriculum, which challengesstudents to move beyond basic knowledge and comprehension to active synthesis andevaluation of what is read and experienced. For example, the school’s science curriculumchallenges students with hands-on discovery-based science units in conjunctionwith the project- and problem-based national program, Project Lead the Way. Infact, the use of technology to access and interpret pertinent information is woven intoall content areas. Students are regularly challenged to critically analyze online andtextbook materials and present topics from multiple perspectives. Communicationskills, strengthened through direct instruction in reading and writing strategies, are thebackbone of Steffen’s school-wide literacy objectives.Cultivating a school culture of integrity, high expectations, and mutual respect isSteffen’s highest priority, and decisions are made by students and staff to ensure a safe,productive environment for all. Throughout the year, all-school assemblies honorthose who have competed or performed in extracurricular activities. During theeighth grade graduation ceremony, students are recognized for their strong academicachievements and their contributions to Steffen’s ever-evolving award-winning reputationas a school that truly prepares students for the rigors ahead. In settings suchas The Ninth Dimension, an after-school study program, and S.T.A.R., a curriculumof cross-grade level team-building activities, students are encouraged, given multipleopportunities to succeed, and recognized for their efforts and accomplishments.Highly qualified staff members are committed to providing each student with a solidfoundation to support intellectual, social and emotional growth. A friendly smile, apat on the back, or a word of encouragement is common in the halls and classroomsof Steffen. Students do well because they feel a real sense of belonging. Steffen is trulya great place to be - and to become a 21st century learner.12 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

STEFFEN MIDDLE SCHOOL2009-2010 PERFORMANCE2009-2010Free/Red. Lunch 36 8.9%Eng. Lang. Learners 10 2.5%Spec. Education 46 11.4%Average Daily Attendance2008-2009 95.9%2007-2008 96.4%2006-2007 96.3%Enrollment by Grade6 7 8128 143 132Enrollment by ethnicityAfrican American 31 7.7%Asian 28 6.9%Hispanic 6 1.5%Native American 3 0.7%White 335 83.1%STAFF DATA (2009-10)Number of teachers:Education Assistants 8.24 Administrator 131.6613.5 *Average Experience (years)Percentage with Advanced Degree* As of 2008-09TESTING – “PROFICIENT” + “ADVANCED”Eng Language Learning Aide 0.24 Principal 1Paraeducator 7Academic InterventionSupport StaffLevels Based on Total Enrolled*Class of 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010WKCE 8th Grade Language Arts 88% 80% 79% 79% 83%WKCE 8th Grade Math 91% 90% 94% 91% 92%WKCE 8th Grade Reading 95% 95% 97% 94% 94%WKCE 8th Grade Science 92% 88% 91% 90% 90%WKCE 8th Grade Social Studies 95% 92% 95% 94% 95%*Note: Source DPI full academic year WKCE test score data1Clerical/Technical 2 Other 1.16Office Secretary 1 IMC 1Admin Secretary 1 Nurse 0.16Custodial/Operations 2.62Custodian 1.62Head Custodian 1Total: 15.022009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 13

HOMESTEAD HIGH SCHOOLBrett Bowers, Principal5000 West Mequon RoadMequon, Wisconsin 53092(262) 238-5900www.mtsd.k12.wi.us/homestead2009-2010 Enrollment: 1417Teaching Staff: 92.48DID YOU KNOW• Approximately 93% of every Homesteadgraduating class goes on to eithera 2-year technical college or a4-year college or university.• Over the past 5 years Homestead’scomposite ACT score has been 25.1.The state average was 22.3.• More than 88% of Homestead studentswho take the Advanced Placement examsscore 3 or higher, qualifying themfor college credits.• Homestead athletic teams have won 34state championships over the school’s50 year history.Homestead High School has a longstanding tradition of providing students withthe knowledge and skills needed for future success.This year, the school celebrates its 50th anniversary with pride. Things to be proudof include the school’s dedicated and caring faculty and staff, involved parents andcommitted students, focus on community service, as reflected by the Merit AwardProgram, integration of technology into instruction, and wide range of extracurricularprograms.In addition, Homestead students have scored impressively on national tests this year,holding an ACT composite score of 25.6. A full 90% of students have received apassing score of three or more on Advanced Placement tests, and thirteen have beenselected as National Merit Program finalists.Outside the classroom, Homestead celebrated success in athletics this year, whilethe cast and crew of the school’s “one-act play” received the Ensemble ActingAward from the state.This year has provided many opportunities for reflecting on Homestead’s 50-yeartradition of excellence. Despite the struggling economy and unprecedented financialchallenges, the school continues to plan carefully for the future. Homestead ismoving forward with the district’s goals of achieving academic excellence, sharingleadership and fostering an educational climate for our students that honors diversityand shared values.14 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

HOMESTEAD HIGH SCHOOL2009-2010 PERFORMANCE2009-2010Free/Red. Lunch 98 6.9%Eng. Lang. Learners 34 2.4%Spec. Education 150 10.6%Average Daily Attendance2008-2009 96.9%2007-2008 94.2%2006-2007 94.4%Enrollment by Grade9 10 11 12348 340 375 354Enrollment by ethnicityAfrican American 108 7.6%Asian 76 5.4%Hispanic 25 1.8%Native American 3 0.2%White 1,205 85.0%STAFF DATA (2009-10)Number of teachers:Education Assistants 20.87 Administrator 3.592.4815.0 *Average Experience (years)Percentage with Advanced DegreeTESTING – “PROFICIENT” + “ADVANCED”Paraeducator 19 Principal 1Academic Support Aide 1.87 Assistant Principal 2Atheletic Director 0.5Clerical/Technical 6 Other 14.5Office Secretary 2 IMC 2.5Admin Secretary 4 Interpreter 1Nurse 0.17Custodial/Operations 9.76 Registrar 1Custodian 8 Study Hall Supervisor 2.7Head Custodian 1 Shift Foreman 2Part-time Custodian 0.76 Copy Technician 1.5General Hall Supervisor 2.63Transition Specialist 1Total: 54.63Levels Based on Total Enrolled*Class of 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008WKCE 10th Grade Language Arts 87% 85% 87% 94% 87%WKCE 10th Grade Math 87% 88% 85% 90% 87%WKCE 10th Grade Reading 91% 88% 88% 93% 90%WKCE 10th Grade Science 85% 83% 84% 88% 88%WKCE 10th Grade Social Studies 86% 85% 86% 92% 87%*Note: Source DPI full academic year WKCE test score data2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 15

ADVANCED PLACEMENT TESTINGThe Advanced Placement (AP) Test is designed by the College Board of Princeton, New Jersey. It allows high school 9ththrough 12th graders to earn college credit while still in high school.SubjectNumber ofStudentsBiology 4 75Calculus AB 26 69Calculus BC 53 96Chemistry 16 56Computer Science A 1 0Computer Science AB 10 80Econ Macro 38 86Econ Micro 83 86English Lang 2 100Eng Lit/Comp 96 87French Lang 9 100Percentage withScore of 3 or higherSubjectNumber ofStudentsFrench Lit 2 0German Lang 6 83Gov/Politics Comp 1 100Gov/Politics US 43 100Latin Verbil 1 100Music Theory 1 100Physics B (spell out) 24 96Physics C-Mech 2 100Spanish Lang 38 76Statistics 27 96US History 44 100Total 527 88%Percentage withScore of 3 or higherPUPIL STAFFING RATIOSACT TESTING RESULTSThe ACT is designed by the American College Testing Corporation of IowaCity, Iowa to measure knowledge, understanding and skills acquired duringthe K-12 educational experience in English, mathematics, reading, and sciencereasoning.STUDENTS PER:Administration: 317.33Aides/Support/Other: 26.2Licensed Staff: 13.89Information for this report is extractedfrom data reported on the Staff Report(PI-1202) submitted by local schooldistricts. Staff members are reportedby full-time equivalency (FTE). Thepupil/staff ratio is the student enrollment,counted on the third Friday inSeptember, divided by the full-timeequivalency (licensed instructional,administrative, adies/support/others, orthe sum of all three).YearNumber of 12thGraders_ TestedPercentage of12th Grade Class1999 296 80.8743% 24.55072000 299 80.3763 25.01342001 315 85.1351 25.25082002 303 82.337 24.47522003 357 84.5972 25.02522004 329 78.8969 25.40732005 309 79.2308 24.62462006 319 82.0051 24.64582007 378 86.3014 25.07412008 339 82.8851 25.59592009 338 82.8431 25.3402Average per year 319 82.3423% 24.8999Average CompositeScore16 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

ATTENDANCE RATESAttendance is face-to-face instructionalcontact between a student and a teacher.It is collected for the entire school year.The attendance rate is actual days of attendancedivided by possible days of attendance,expressed as a percentage. Thesmallest reportable unit of attendance isone-half days.96.596.095.595.094.5NOTE: 2008 State average was 94.494.093.593.092.52004 2005 2006 2007 2008TRUANCY RATES10.0A habitual truant is defined by Wisconsinstate statute as a student who is9.0absent from school without an acceptableexcuse for part or all of five or more8.07.0days on which school is held during asemester. Habitual truancy is reported6.0for grades K-12. The rate is the number5.0of truants divided by the K-12 enrollment,counted on the third Friday.4.03.0NOTE: 2008 State average was 9.42.01.002004 2005 2006 2007 2008SOURCE AND SITE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:A complete source of all data and informationcollected by the Wisconsin Departmentof Public Instruction (DPI)on the Mequon-Thiensville SchoolDistrict Performance Report can befound at the Wisconsin’s InformationNetwork for Successful Schools(WINSS) site at http://www.dpi.wi.gov.This document reflects the mostcurrent data available on WINSS. TheWINSS website serves as the most accurate,ongoing and up-to-date sourceof school performance information forall districts in Wisconsin.2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 17

WISCONSIN KNOWLEDGE AND CONCEPTS EXAM-CRITERIONREFERENCE TEST (WKCE-CRT)The Wisconsin Student AssessmentSystem Examinations are comprised of abattery of achievement tests that providedata on student performance in the areasof reading, language arts, mathematics,science and social studies for grades 4, 8,and 10 and reading and mathematics forgrades 3, 5, 6, and 7. Student scores onthese exams fall into one of four proficiencylevels: advanced, proficient, basic,and minimal performance. The figures inthe tables show the combined percentagesof students scoring in each categoryin Grades 4, 8, and 10.LEGENDMinimal PerformanceBasic PerformanceProficient PerformanceAdvanced Performance4TH GRADE WKCE100%80%60%40%20%0%100%80%60%Reading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudies8TH GRADE WKCE40%20%0%Reading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudies10TH GRADE WKCE100%80%60%40%20%0%Reading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudies18 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

COMPARABLE DATA FOR WKCE PERFORMANCEThe information below represents a sampling of comparabledata for area school districts’ performance on WKCE-CRTfor grades 4, 8, and 10 in reading and mathematics. The datarepresents the most recent reported state testing data. For amore complete listing of all testing data along with an interactivewebsite that allows for additional comparison, visit theWINSS site at http://www.dpi.wi.gov.LEGENDCedarburgElmbrookFox PointMequon-ThiensvilleNicolet High SchoolWhitefish Bay4TH GRADE WKCEReadingMathematics100%98%96%94%92%90%88%86%84%82%80%100%98%96%94%92%90%88%86%84%82%80%8TH GRADE WKCE100%ReadingReading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudies100%MathematicsReading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudies98%96%94%92%90%98%96%94%92%90%88%86%84%82%80%88%86%84%82%80%10TH GRADE WKCE100%ReadingReading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudies100%MathematicsReading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudies98%96%94%92%90%98%96%94%92%90%88%86%84%82%80%88%86%84%82%80%2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 19Reading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudiesReading Language Mathematics Science SocialStudies

SCHOOL SUPPORTED ACTIVITIESThese activities are school sanctionedgroups or events, not offered for credit orgrade, designed to broaden, develop, andenhance school experience in areas ofacademics, athletics, and music. Data isreported for grades 6 through 12.Figures are based on offerings per schoolaverage.2008 Music2008 Academic2007 Music2007 Athletic2007 Academic2006 Music2006 Athletic2006 Academic2005 Music2005 Athletic2005 Academic2004 Music2004 Athletic2004 Academic2008 Athletic5 10 15 20 25 30PARTICIPATION RATE PERCENTAGE(Students involved in activity versus total enrollment)20 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report

MEQUON-THIENSVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT2010-11 SCHOOL CALENDARSeptember 1School ResumesOctober 28 & 29Teacher InserviceNovember 5End of First QuarterDecember 24 - January 2Winter Break- No SchoolJanuary 20End of Second QuarterMarch 31End of Third QuarterApril 1-10Spring Break-No SchoolJune 9LAST DAY OF SCHOOLJune 12GraduationBOARD OF EDUCATION(l to r): Ann Brownfield, Clerk; Robert Perry, Vice-President;Suzette Urbashich, President; James Liska; Michele Ziegler;Cindy Miske; Mary Cyrier, TreasurerDISTRICT ADMINISTRATORS(l to r): Eric J. Dimmitt, Director of Curriculum, Instruction& Assessment; Hughes B. George, Director of Pupil Services;Gail M. Grieger, Director of Business Services; Demond A.Means, Ed.D., Superintendent2009-2010 School District Performance Report Mequon-Thiensville School District | 21

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Mequon-Thiensville School District5000 West Mequon RoadMequon, Wisconsin 53092Non-Profit Org.U.S. PostagePAIDThiensville, WIPermit No. 8058ResidentMequon-Thiensville53092 & 53097MEQUON-THIENSVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT GOALS 2007-2012DISTRICT GOALS1. The Mequon-Thiensville School District willcontinually evaluate and improve its curriculum,instructional practices and assessment tools so that allstudents demonstrate academic growth relevant to ourever-changing world.2. The Mequon-Thiensville School District willcontinually embrace a shared leadership model, whichsupports the growth of educational leaders including:faculty, staff, administration, parents and community.DISTRICT CURRICULAR GOALS1. Effective literacy instruction for all learners.2. Creation and analysis of common assessments forenhanced instructional practice and student learning.3. Data Analysis of student performance for the purposeof planning instruction to help all students grow andlearn every year.3. The Mequon-Thiensville School District will continueto foster a climate that honors diversity, attempts toinstill goodness in all children, and upholds sharedgoals and values.24 | Mequon-Thiensville School District 2009-2010 School District Performance Report