Continuous School Improvement Plan

Frederick County Public Schools is dedicated to continuous improvement. Our school principals lead efforts to plan, implement, and review their goals, using a variety of data to make sure we’re always moving in the right direction. School and division plans are monitored for progress and updated quarterly to support our commitment to our students and their families.

This information keeps families informed about our progress and the status of school goals. You’ll find updates and insights as we work together to improve student learning and school performance.

School Profile Information

School: Stonewall Elementary School
Principal: Mark Weisbrod
Enrollment: 378

School Vision Statement

We strive to become a school that will:

• focus on the academic, social, emotional and physical growth of every student
• provide early intervention, remediation and enrichment for students when needed
• embrace and encourage change based on global demands
• foster core values and tolerance
• value the community's resources as essential parts of the learning environment
• create a safe environment and maintain trust between home and school through public relations and effective communication

School Mission Statement

We exist to:

• provide opportunities for students to become independent thinkers
• instruct and challenge students to use a variety of techniques to meet their individual needs, reach their academic potential and build strong values
• consistently evaluate student strengths and weaknesses and plan instruction according to students’ needs through intervention, remediation and enrichment  

Goal #1

Tier I instructional practices:  By June  2025,  there will be an increase of 10% of students meeting grade level expectations as evidenced by identified measures.

1. Science: By June of 2025, 100% of teachers will consistently implement high-quality science instruction, including Scientific and Engineering Practices, using adopted resources, as evidenced by lesson plans and data from SCOT tool observations.
2. Math: By June 2026, 80%  of students in K-5 classrooms will be in Tier 1 (or grade level proficiency) as evidenced by VKRP, iReady, and SOL test data.
3. English:
   • By May 2025, 75% of K-2 students will be identified in the low to moderate-risk bands as measured by the spring VALLS assessment.
   • By May  2025, there will be a 10% increase of 3-5 students who pass the SOL on the initial test (including expedited retakes).

Goal #2

By the end of the 2024-2025 academic year, SES will improve teacher satisfaction scores related to support and collaboration by 10% on the staff Collective Teacher Efficacy survey. This will be achieved through the implementation of targeted professional development, structured collaborative planning, coaching, and feedback mechanisms to elevate teacher voice.

Goal #3

Statement: By May of 2025, Stonewall will have increased opportunities (parental meetings, surveys) for input and
feedback for school-wide initiatives and programs.

For more information about Stonewall Elementary School's Continuous Improvement Plan please join us at our quarterly events or reach out to the school principal.

Quarterly Events

• August 27, 2024
• November 7, 2024
• Remaining dates TBD