SCHOOL PERFORMANCE REPORT CARD

SY 2017-2018
Agana Heights Elementary School
Superintendent of Education: Jon J.P. Fernandez
School Principal: Hannah M. Gutierrez

SCHOOL CHARACTERISTICS STUDENT DEMOGRAPHICS

ENROLLMENT STUDENT ETHNIC DISTRIBUTION ADDITIONAL
Female: 197 400
Male: 203 NHPI - Cham Guam, Rota, NHPI - Yapese DEMOGRAPHIC
283 7 INFORMATION
Tinian, Saipan
AVERAGE DAILY Asian- Filipno 11 NHPI - Marshallese 1
375.69
ATTENDANCE ENGLISH
White Non-Hispanic 27%
AVERAGE DAILY 9 NHPI - Palauan 4 LEARNERS
401.24
MEMBERSHIP Asian- Japanese 1 Asian - Vietnamese 2
AVERAGE DAILY RATES 93.6%
Asian - Korean 2 Hispanic/L atino 2 STUDENTS
STUDENT ENROLLMENT BY GRADE
KINDER 1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH 5TH ELIGIBLE TO
NHPI - Kosraean American Indian
1 1 RECEIVE
46 71 70 63 78 72 Alaskan Native 3.50%
NHPI - Phonpeian Other Mixed Ethnicity SPECIAL
11 12 EDUCATION
NHPI - Chuukese SERVICES
53 Total 400

Unduplicated
STUDENT
0%
SUSPENSION Incidents
RATE 0%
RESOURCES INFORMATION
School Personnel Resources
POSITION NO. OF EMPLOYEES % OF TOTAL

ADMINISTRATORS 1 0.20%
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STAFF 1 0.20%
TEACHERS 27 5.40%
HEALTH COUNSELOR 1 0.20%
GUIDANCE COUNSELOR 1 0.20%
INSTRUCTIONAL AIDES 10 2.00%
LIBRARIAN 1 0.20%
CUSTODIAL/ MAINTENANCE 1 0.20%
PROFESSIONAL/ANCILLARY 1 0.20%
TOTAL 44 100%
 FROM THE PRINCIPAL
EXEMPLARY PROGRAMS SPECIAL AWARDS

 Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)  A 2nd Grade Student, Lilly Ulloa, won 1st Place in
PBIS is implemented schoolwide to improve school Division 1 at the 40th Annual Island-Wide Science
climate and decrease student discipline. The School Fair. The Category was Ecology, Earth Science and
Climate Cadre developed School Wide Behavior Sustainability Projects. Her project was titled - Rain,
Expectations and Lesson Plans to teach the identified River, or TAP.
positive behaviors; students learn to be empathetic and
how to deal with conflict. Students have a chance to  Molly Benedicts, 2nd grade teacher, and Welma
redeem weekly prizes at the Bee Hive through their Quitugua, 3rd grade teacher, were awarded the
Honey Tickets which is rewarded on meeting the three Foundation for Public Education’s “Wish List” Grant
behavior expectations of being safe, respectful, and for Spring 2018.
responsible. Students are also recognized as the Student
of the Month for their display of the three Behavior
Expectations. Additionally, students who receive no
referrals during the month, have the opportunity to win
additional prizes such as gift certificates or bicycles.
Basketball intramurals at lunch time has also been
introduced to teach sportsmanship and deal with
aggressive behavior
.
 Mimasaka University Cultural and Learning Exchange
This marked the 8th year partnership with Mimasaka
University in Japan. University students studying to be
elementary teachers observe classrooms and interact
with our students while cultivating an exchange of
culture, friendship, and learning. Yearly, two students
and one teacher is invited to Japan to experience a home
stay program with them. An approval for a Rhythm Jump
Training Study with Mimasaka University is approved and
being conducted.

 Star Student Award

Every year, students are recognized for their achievement
of meeting the benchmark or better on the District-Wide
Assessments in the areas of Language Arts, Reading, and
Math. Based on the ACT Aspire and SBA results, 115
students were awarded—21 students were recognized at
the Platinum Level which means the student scored at the
Ready or Exceeding Level for ALL 3 areas, 33 students at
the Gold Level – scoring at Ready or Exceeding Level for 2
areas, 50 students at the Silver Level – scoring at Ready
or Exceeding for 1 area, and 11 at the Bronze Level which
means student has scored close in all three areas.

 Special Education / Autism Awareness Week

Every year, students are recognized for their achievement
of meeting the benchmark or better on the District-Wide
Assessments in the areas of Language Arts, Reading, and
Math. Based on the ACT Aspire and SBA results, 115
students were awarded—21 students were recognized at
 the Platinum Level which means the student scored at the
Ready or Exceeding Level for ALL 3 areas, 33 students at
the Gold Level – scoring at Ready or Exceeding Level for 2
areas, 50 students at the Silver Level – scoring at Ready
or Exceeding for 1 area, and 11 at the Bronze Level which
means student has scored close in all three areas.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

 AHES awarded Initial accreditation by the Western  Mayor’s Offices of Agana Heights, Piti, Sinajana, and
Association of Schools and Colleges in June 2017. Hagatna

 AHES PTO continues their strong support of the

environment through the i-Recycle Program.  Mimaska University, Japan

 AHES supports Box Top for Education which allows

for the purchase of school resources for our students  Sylvan Learning Center
and teachers.
 Bank Pacific and Bank of Guam – Teach the Children
 PBIS Spirit Week, PBIS Student of the Month, and to Save Day
PBIS Student of the Semester to celebrate positive
behavior at AHES.
 University of Guam, Guam Community College, and
 AHES participated in Red Ribbon Week which is a George Washington High School
nationwide campaign that promotes drug awareness
and prevention by encouraging the school
community to participate in various drug-free  Judiciary of Guam
activities and discussions.

 Second grade students participated in the Judiciary

of Guam Annual Mock Trial where they learn about
court proceedings and the 14th Amendment.

 Agana Heights GATE Art Program showcased student

work in the Spring of 2018.

 Career Exploration Presentations held for 5th graders

who were exposed to various careers in the
community and visited by such companies and
organizations as Proa, Judiciary of Guam, and Guam
Police Department.

 AHES 4th and 5th Graders participated again in the

Village (Sinajana) Basketball tournament and
awarded the Sportsmanship Award.

 AHES organized a Special Olympics Team for the

2018 Track and Field Events.
SCHOOL-WIDE EXPENDITURES
Salaries $1,449,409.82
Benefits $495,269.12
Travel $0
Contractual $195,876.79
Supplies $10,853.57
OBJECT
Text & Library Books $0
CATEGORY
Equipment $13,456.4
Utilities $188,683.32
Capital Outlay $0
Other Expenditures $0
TOTAL $2,353,549.02

PROGRESS: ARE STUDENTS MAKING SUFFICIENT PROGRESS?

Agana Heights Elementary School continues to focus on Professional Development (PD) in order to meet high standards
for qualifications and to increase student achievement. Year-long PD Plans again focused on the implementation of best
practices for teaching strategies with fidelity; CITW, SIOP, and other Literacy and Math strategies were emphasized
throughout the year. PDs also focused on mastery of skills through proficiency scales and results on Common Formative
Assessments in order to gauge mastery of the grade level standards being taught.

AHES started using the AimsWeb assessment SY2014-2015 for Math. In SY2015-2016, the Reading assessments were
introduced to both teachers and students. The following year, the writing component of AimsWeb was also phased in.
The Success for All (SFA) Reading program resources are utilized along with the adopted DOE resources to support
learning in the classroom.

Based on AimsWeb and District-Wide Assessment data, teachers agreed to focus on Reading, concentrating on the
primary grades. Professional Learning Communities meet bi-monthly with the Principal and Instructional Coach to
review assessment data, create proficiency scales and CFAs, and plan for interventions and progress monitor students
performing at tier 3. Teachers shared teaching and intervention strategies in order to better facilitate the learning of
their students.

ENVIRONMENT: IS THE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT SUPPORTING STUDENTS, TEACHERS, & FAMILIES?

AHES began the initial Accreditation Process for the Western Association of Schools and Colleges in September 2015.
The school community—teachers, students, parents—looked at our purpose as a means to re-visit our school mission.
In our efforts to build a purposeful community, stakeholders agreed on a new mission statement, “Agana Heights
Elementary School provides quality education to develop respectful and responsible lifelong learners in a safe
environment.” The process has given the entire school community the opportunity to examine and reflect on school
curriculum, instruction, and assessment as well as school leadership and support to students. The school recently
adopted student learner outcomes for the first time—Academically Successful Learners, Helpful and Respectful Citizens,
Effective Communicators, Savvy and Responsible Technology Users. Initial Accreditation was granted to the school in
June 2017 after its visit from WASC in March 2017. The school continues to collaborate and move forward with District
and school goals as the school moves forward with implementing Standards-Based Grading.

The PBIS Student of the Month and Student of the Semester completed its third year of implementation. With the
Student of the Month, students win the opportunity to take a friend to the front of the line and sit at a special table
during lunch for their recognition of displaying the three school wide behavior expectations of being respectful,
responsible and safe. Students strived hard to earn Honey Tickets to make purchases at the Beehive Store. Also, students
who receive no major referrals have the chance to be entered in the “Bee Worthy” raffle to earn prizes such as gift
certificates to the movies or local restaurants.

AHES endorses a safe learning environment for all and student discipline is less than 1% for over five years.

OUTCOMES: WHAT ARE STUDENTS ACCOMPLISHING?

 In SY 2017-2018, 3rd grade showed a 4% increase in Reading, with 21% scoring at the “Exceeding” and “Ready” levels
on the ACT Aspire Assessment.

 In SY 2017-2018, 4th grade showed a 15% increase in English, with 68% scoring at the “Exceeding” and “Ready” levels
on the ACT Aspire Assessment.

 In SY 2017-2018, 4th grade showed a 9% increase in Reading, with 22% scoring at the “Exceeding” and “Ready” levels
on the ACT Aspire Assessment.

 In SY 2017-2018, 4th grade showed a 5% increase in Math, with 27% scoring at the “Exceeding” and “Ready” levels
on the ACT Aspire Assessment.

 In SY 2017-2018, 5th grade showed a 1% increase in English, with 56% scoring at the “Exceeding” and “Ready” levels
on the ACT Aspire Assessment.

 In SY 2017-2018, 5th grade showed a 7% increase in Reading, with 21% scoring at the “Exceeding” and “Ready” levels
on the ACT Aspire Assessment.

 In SY 2017-2018, 1st grade showed a 6% increase in Math, with 39% scoring at the “Advanced” and “Proficient”
levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).

 In SY 2017-2018, 1st grade showed a 19% increase in Social Studies, with 62% scoring at the “Advanced” and
“Proficient” levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).

 In SY 2017-2018, 1st grade showed a 22% increase in Science, with 62% scoring at the “Advanced” and “Proficient”
levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).

 In SY 2017-2018, 2nd grade showed an 8% increase in Math, with 36% scoring at the “Advanced” and “Proficient”
levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).

 In SY 2017-2018, 2nd grade showed a 5% increase in Social Studies, with 52% scoring at the “Advanced” and
“Proficient” levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).

 In SY 2017-2018, 2nd grade showed a 4% increase in Science, with 48% scoring at the “Advanced” and “Proficient”
levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).

 In SY 2017-2018, 3rd grade showed a 6% increase in Social Studies, with 40% scoring at the “Advanced” and
“Proficient” levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).

 In SY 2017-2018, 4th grade showed a 10% increase in Social Studies, with 29% scoring at the “Advanced” and
“Proficient” levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).

 In SY 2017-2018, 4th grade showed a 6% increase in Science, with 24% scoring at the “Advanced” and “Proficient”
levels on the Standards Based Assessment (SBA).
 ACT Aspire Performance Levels

In Need of Support Students scored substantially below the ACT Readiness Benchmark
Close Students scored below but near the ACT Readiness Benchmark
Ready Students met the ACT Readiness Benchmark and are on target for 50% or higher
likelihood of college course success by Grade 11
 Standards Based Assessment (SBA) Performance Levels
Below Basic Indicates little or no mastery of fundamental knowledge and skills
Basic Indicates partial mastery or the knowledge and skills fundamental for satisfactory work
Proficient Represents solid academic performance indicating students are prepared for the next
grade
Advanced Signifies superior performance beyond grade-level mastery
 School Administrators PTO Officers
Principal Hannah M. Gutierrez President Dave Taitano
Vice President Ramona Nelson
Secretary Liz Calvo
Treasurer Sylvia Calvo
Parent Representative Jeff Ventura
Parent Representative Maria Delfin
Teacher Representative Neldie Pendon-Limtiaco
Teacher Representative Marilyn Collins

Assures that all students are granted the fullest possible educational opportunities; Heightens the students’
concerns and awareness of themselves and others; Encourages students to strive for excellence and to be
productive citizens; Strives for school, home, and community partnerships.

Agana Heights Elementary School

350 Joseph Cruz Avenue
Agana Heights, Guam 96910
(671) 477-8040

Accreditation Status:
Initial: Expiration 6/30/2020

School Colors: Mascot:

Blue & Yellow Bumblebee