District Annual Report
District Enrollment & Demographics
Department Accomplishments
2019-2020
Food Service
During the 2019-2020 school year, Turner Food Service added an additional cooking club at Turner Sixth Grade Academy. The cooking clubs have been such a great addition to the program. The students and staff both, are excited to learn food safety, nutritional importance, measuring, equipment safety and much more. Throughout the school year, we have made positive changes to presentation of our kitchens and food. At Turner High School, we added an additional station to the commons area called, “Opaa to Go” station. This station offers our Opaa to go meals, entrée salads and newly added protein pack. Food service has also added a pizza slide at J.S.O.C and Turner High School. This has helped with adding additional items for the student to choose from. Food service has also ordered signage to help navigate and brighten up our kitchens. We even had a visit from Chef Rick at Turner High School to showcase one of our specialty bars, the noodle bar. Chef brought excitement, knowledge and great food to share with all.
This year, the school year had many changes. Throughout the changes and school closures, we have continued to feed the kids. During school closures, the District and all departments came together to deliver meals to students. We called this our “Meals on Wheels program”. From March 24th - May 15th. We served 122,340 meals! The food service team was also excited to extend the summer meal program, by starting the program earlier this year, as well as extending the program by an additional month. Also, with the help of the facility’s department, we were also able to organize and give out produce/dairy boxes to the community. The food service team looks forward to the next school year. We are consistently working to provide great tasting and nutritious food with a smile.
Technology
- Installed 180 new 500 series Aruba access points
- Upgraded all Elementary iPads to the latest generation
- Upgraded all THS Macbooks to the 13 inch series
- Upgraded many secretaries to standing desks with dual monitors
- Migrated cameras to a new Bosch System
- Added Mobility Master controller to Aruba cluster
- Upgraded elementary teacher iPads and Macbooks
- Provided truly remove support for our users during the Covid lockdown.
Transportation
- Turner routed nearly 4,300 students this year.
- Turner regular routes traveled nearly 190,000 miles in total this year. This includes students with alternative schedules, such as STEP students and students with specials needs, building trade students, JAG students, TAG student, boost/club students, ballet classes, swimming classes, etc.
- We are preparing to install a pilot program that will use Junction Elementary as our initial testing school. The tablets and swipe card pads installed on the buses, combined with Traversa (our new routing software) will allow parents and transportation staff to view the the following:
- Enhanced bus stop and pickup information.
- Student tracking on buses.
- Parent app that allows parents to see when buses are approaching, much like an Uber.
- Instant messaging that will allow parents and students to communicate with transportation. This feature will also allow transportation to notify parents of transportation information.
- Transportation purchased 2 brand new buses this year. A 77-passenger bus and a new 20 seat small wheelchair bus.
- Turner qualified for the Clean Diesel Grant and will receive nearly $47,000 to assist in the purchase of these new buses.
- 15 buses delivered meals from March 24th to May 15th, each school day.
- Transportation traveled over 15,000 miles to ensure meals were delivered to students.
2018-2019
Food Service
Technology
- Installed Unitrends backup and disaster recovery device.
- Installed Western Digital Intelliflash SAN at our data center.
- Will be providing MacBook's for all student in grades 7-12.
- The phone infrastructure has been upgraded to Lync 2019 and our SIP trunk will be relocating to THS.
- Our fiber link that connects Transportation has been relocated to prepare for the new building.
- Dude Technologies are being added to replace helpdesk and asset management.
- All ppt phone in buses have been upgraded to the 4G standard.
- Multiple vendors have been vetted to provide student tracking for buses.
- We have achieved a true 1:1 environment at our elementary schools.
- With the help of E-rate, we will be significantly upgrading our wired and wireless networks.
Transportation
During the 2018-2019 school year, Turner Transportation routed nearly 4,300 students, completed 1,000 Activity/Field Trips and traveled over 415,000 miles. As more athletic teams are formed and more programs are added for students, Turner Transportation works to make sure we continue to provide safe and reliable transportation for our student population.
Transportation purchased three new school buses that will be in route at the start of the 2019-2020 school year.
Ninety-five percent of all requested bus videos were successfully loaded for administrators to review.
Turner Transportation continues to partner with the Kansas School for the Deaf and Blind, the Technical Education Center, and the Turner Recreation Commission during summer camp. These partnerships provide connections that benefit each student in many capacities. Other areas where Turner Transportation plays a major role with connecting students to opportunities are the following:
- Pre-School routes
- After school programs
- Modified routs to suit individual needs
- Transportation to job sites for the JAG Program
- Transporting second grade students to take free swim lessons at the Turner Aquatic Center
- Transporting third grade students to ballet lessons
Turner Transportation looks forward to next school year. We are constantly working to provide safe, reliable transportation the ultimately enables students to achieve success.
2017-2018
Food Service
Technology
- MacBook pilot with students at THS
- Provided MacBooks to all certified staff
- Implemented new iPads in grades 10-12
- Purchased cases with warranties for iPads in grades 10-12
- Installed wireless AC access points at three schools
- Moved to Jamf, a new Mobile Device Management software vendor
- Installed Fortinet Fortigate, a new firewall with the ability to handle present and future bandwidth needs
- Certified two staff members in MacBook repair
- Changed out 40 aging Smartboard projectors
- Enhanced portions of Single Sign on and will be moving to Schoology for our LMS in 2018-2019
- Added Raptor Technologies Visitor Management Systems in all school and the ASC
- Added Unity SAN's at 2 locations providing high speed access to locally hosted applications
Transportation
During the 2017-2018 school year, Turner Transportation routed over 4,200 students, transported students over 400,000 miles and completed 822 Athletic/Field Trips.
Transportation also purchased three new school buses and three 10-passenger vans.
Turner Transportation partners with the Kansas Schools for the Deaf and Blind, Assisted Transportation for transporting our 401 student population, the Technical Education Center, and the Turner Recreation Commission during summer camp. These partnerships provide connections that benefit each student in many capacities. Other areas where Turner Transportation plays a major role with connecting students to opportunities are the following:
- Pre-School routes
- After school programs
- Modified routs to suit individual needs
- Transportation to job sites for the JAG Program
- Transporting second grade students to take free swim lessons at the Turner Aquatic Center
- Transporting third grade student to ballet lessons
Turner Transportation looks forward to next school year. We are constantly working to provide safe, reliable transportation that ultimately enables students to achieve success.
2016-2017
Food Service
- The Food Service Department provided the Food Service Board Report to highlight some of this year's accomplishments.
Transportation
During the 2016-2017 school year, Turner transportation began transporting the JAG program to various job sites in the metropolitan area. In all, there were nearly 20 different field trips for students to see firsthand what life after high school will be like in the work force.
Turner Transportation also took seniors to Kansas University, Kansas State University, Pittsburg State University, Wichita State University, Baker University, Avila University and several other colleges to tour and decided in they would want to attend. This is significant because a lot of students would not have the opportunity to visit these schools to help make their choice.
Turner Transportation is proud to partner with these programs to help students transition from high school to college or the work force.
Technology Highlights:
- "Single Sign On" implementation
- iPad Air 2s at Turner Sixth Grade Academy
- IPad Air 2s in 4th grade
- Office 365 implemented District wide
- Windows 10 implementation District wide
- Lync/IP phone integration at 7 out of 9 locations
- Cloud faxing
- Movement of Destiny (Library Management Platform) to the cloud
- Aruva wireless switching upgrades at all buildings
- THS PC upgrade in June
- Movement of district Data Center and addition of generator as backup
- Support for implementation of Fronline Time and Attendance
2015-2016
Student Learning/Instructional Technology
- TMS Career Explorations Verizon grant
- Implementation of Microsoft 365
- Purchase of Canvas Learning Management System
- Creation of new Administrative Appraisal System
- Purchase of SGA iPads
Food Service
- Implementation of contracted food service
Transportation
- EPA Grant; purchase of four new buses
Facilities
- Resurfacing of Swartz Track
- TMS roofing replacement
- JSOC masonry repairs
Technology
- Pre-School and 1st grade: Student computer stations and iPad mini learning centers in all classrooms.
- 2nd grade through 5th grade: One to one (1:1) iPads in all classrooms.
- 6th through 12th grade: One to one (1:1) "take home" iPads and computer labs.
Strategic Plan Highlights
2019-2020
Positive Learning Environment
- The LEAP program for students that have been expelled. This program has provided students with an opportunity to earn credits toward graduation. They are provided with educational and emotional support.
- Implementing our Trauma Sensitive Schools approach.
- a. Signs of Suicide (SOS)
- b. Student Risk Screening Scale- Internal/External (SRSS-IE)
- c. Trusted Adult Survey
- d. Looking at a partnership with PACES
- Increase student participation in TMS sports.
- Promoting, increasing and communicating community involvement in all district functions.
- a. Increasing efforts to hold community nights at all buildings
- b. Adding a parent/community liaison
- c. Improving site council efforts (elementary)
- d. One School, One Book (elementary)
- Student Safety through the use of Raptor and installing camera systems.
Community Support
- Redesign of quarterly newsletter Turner Today allowed for district themes, initiatives, and goals to be better communicated to all stakeholders in the community.
- Increased utilization of communication avenues allowed for more engaged and informed families, community stakeholders, and alumni.
- Adoption of Schoology increased ease of communication between parents and teachers as well as provided a user/friendly platform for parents to monitor their child's academic performance.
- Creation of Parent and Community Liaison role increased efforts to build relationships and partnerships with outside organizations and businesses.
- Several partnerships were created and sustained during the previous strategic plan cycle. Most notably, National Institute for Construction Excellence, KC Ballet, YMC, Bank of Labor, KCKPD, KCKFD, Family Health Care, Children's Mercy, Turner Community Connection, and Turner Recreation.
- In the firth year of the strategic plan cycle, the district applied for and received a $300,000 grant from the Kansas Health Foundation to focus on early childhood literacy. With the grant funds, the district hired an Early Learning Coordinator who will be responsible for partnering with local childcare facilities / organizations and community partners to improve literacy outcome for out of school youth (birth to age five) in the Turner community.
Operations
- Completed the Turner Elementary Parking Lot, Turner High School Culinary Arts Center, and District Activity Center Bond projects.
- Completed the five year cycle of the food service management contract and renewal for for a second cycle.
2018-2019
Student Achievement
- Implementation of Literacy Grant/Striving Readers
- 2019-2020 launch of AVID at Turner High School
- Use and analysis of classroom data using AMP/Schoology
Employee Support
- Implementation of Frontline forms, time/attendance, leave, and professional growth
- Maintenance of consistent staff recognitions
- Completion of staff negotiations prior to summer dismissing
Positive Learning Environment
- Creation of LEAP program
- Frequent parent activities in schools
- Implementation of "Signs of Suicide" program
Community Connection
- Updates to Turner Today
- Passage of $44M Bond project
- Hiring of a Parent/Community Liaison
Operations
- Passage of Bond
- Installation of Storage Area Network to improve technological access
2017-2018
Student Achievement
- Addition of elementary Art
- Restructuring of High School Science Courses
- Revisions to Truancy program
- Addition of NWEA Map Assessment for secondary students
- Elementary transition from Successmaker to Dreambox/iStation
- Transition to Canvas from Schoology
Employee Support
- In-district recruitment fairs/meet and greet sessions
- Continuation of KU Leadership Academy for aspiring principals
- Increase to staff pay and consistent benefits contribution
Community Connection
- Addition of partnerships offering additional student programming (Avila University, TRC/YMCA Learn-to-Swim, ROAD Scholar Program)
- Renovation of district website and increased social media presence
- Increased parent/staff attendance at school events
Positive Learning Environment
- Trauma Sensitive Schools implemented at all sites
- Regular student celebrations at all sites
- Middle School sports implemented
Operations
- Bond improvement survey with community support
- Investigation of "Smart" bus technology
- Wireless technology upgrades district-wide
2106-2017
Student Achievement
- Creation of Tiered Intervention Plan
- Individual Plans of Study for students in grades 6-12
- Implementation of Canvas in grades 6-12
- Implementation of elementary science resources
- Implementation of secondary World Language, English/Language Arts resources
Employee Support
- Creation of recruitment video
- Launch of Leadership Academy partnership with KU
- Increased social media recognition for students and staff
- Implementation of Frontline software
- Community Connection
- Launch of new USD 202 website
- Collaborative evening events in each building
- Grant funding of Kansas College Advising
Positive Learning Environment
- CI3T Implementation of Turner High School
- Trauma Sensitive School training at all sites
- Increased regularity of staff/student recognition
- High School tutors present at elementary schools
Operations
- Implementation of VOIP phone system
- Implementation of Microsoft 365
- Implementation of Frontline software
- Creation and analysis of RSP demographic/capacity report
- Transportation routing/mapping upgrades
- Turner Middle School facility study
2015-2016
Student Achievement
- Tech rich resource adoptions- Glencoe World Geography, Glencoe Math, Apps at all levels, StudySync pilot participation, ALEKS.
- Curriculum Maps and Assessment work in English Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies.
- Introduce the Jobs for America's Graduates program at the ninth grade and middle school level.
- Open Journey School of Choice where students design their own graduation plan.
Employee Support
- Recruitment video "Why Turner?".
- The New Teacher Induction provided additional professional learning.
- #Bestie and #Breakout awards.
Positive Learning Environment
- 5Essentials survey was implemented and provided excellent staff/student/and parent data.
- Increased recognition of student success and sharing through social media.
- Clearer focus on recognizing effort by all.
Community Connection
- Use of Turner Today to communicate with community.
- Recruit and retain active and supportive business/educational institutions.
- Increased communication through social media.
Operations
- Completed the 2015-2016 Capital Improvement Plan.
- Purchased new iPads for the Sixth Grade Academy. 1:1 provided grades 2-12.
- Successfully contracted food services.
Student Performance
2019-2020
2018-2019
2017-2018
2016-2017
2015-2016
Measures of Academic Progress (Grades K-2)
ELA:
- Mean RIT of second grade students increased from previous year.
Math:
- Kindergarten exceeded projected growth targets.
KITE:
- 6th grade math and EL data stood out; increasing substantially in both contents.
- Language (only 2nd grade):
- TUSD had a mean growth of the language assessment that was equivalent to the national typical growth.
ACT (Class of 2015)
- 8% of students taking the test met all benchmarks.
- Students taking the test met the college ready benchmarks in reading (20%), math (16%), and science (16%).
ACT Aspire (Grades 3-9)
- English- 51% of students scored at the ACT readiness level in the spring of 2016.
- Reading- 22% of student scored at the ACT readiness level in the spring of 2016.
- Math- 29% of students scored at the ACT readiness level in the spring of 2016.
- Science- 21% of students scored at the ACT readiness level in the spring of 2016.
- Writing- 15% of students scored at the ACT readiness level in the spring of 2016.
Actual Expenditures
2019-2020
Bond and Interest
- Debt Service Payment
Food Service
- Nutritious School Meals
Instruction/Instructional Support
- Classroom Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Para-professionals, administrators supporting teaching and learning
- Instructional materials, textbooks, and library books
- Instructional Technology
- Educational Supplies
Support Services
- Operations/Facility Staff
- District/School Office Staff
- Transportation
- Insurance
- Facility Maintenance/Bond Improvement
2018-2019
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Bond and Interest
- Debt Service Payment
Food Service
- Nutritious School Meals
Instruction/Instructional Support
- Classroom Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Para-professionals, administrators supporting teaching and learning
- Instructional materials, textbooks, and library books
- Instructional Technology
- Educational Supplies
Support Services
- Operations/Facility Staff
- District/School Office Staff
- Transportation
- Insurance
- Facility Maintenance/Bond Improvement
2017-2018
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Bond and Interest
- Debt Service Payment
Food Service
- Nutritious School Meals
Instruction/Instructional Support
- Classroom Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Para-professionals, administrators supporting teaching and learning
- Instructional materials, textbooks, and library books
- Instructional Technology
- Educational Supplies
Support Services
- Operations/Facility Staff
- District/School Office Staff
- Transportation
- Insurance
- Facility Maintenance/Bond Improvement
2016-2017
Bond and Interest
- Debt Service Payment
Food Service
- Nutritious School Meals
Instruction/Instructional Support
- Classroom Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Para-professionals, administrators supporting teaching and learning
- Instructional Materials, textbooks, and library books
- Instructional Technology
- Educational Supplies
Support Services
- Operations/Facility Staff
- District/School Office Staff
- Transportation
- Insurance
- Facility Maintenance/Bond Improvement
2015-2016
Bond and Interest
- Debt Service Payment
Food Service
- Nutritious School Meals
Instruction/Instructional Support
- Classroom Teachers, Counselors, Librarians, Para-professionals, administrators supporting teaching and learning
- Instructional Materials, textbooks, and library books
- Instructional Technology
- Educational Supplies
Support Services
- Operations/Facility Staff
- District/School Office Staff
- Transportation
- Insurance
- Facility Maintenance/Bond Improvement
