School Info

School Name Sawgrass Springs MS (3431) School Grade (2024 - 2025)
Title 1 School No School Improvement (SI) No
School of Excellence No ESSA School No
RAISE
Reading Achievement Initiative for Scholastic Excellence
No    
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Executive Summary

Executive Summary

 

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Cognia-Executive-Summary-25-26.docxwendy stull-milordis8/21/2025

School Budget Signature Page

School Budget Signature Page

 

File Name File Uploaded By Upload Date
Projection-of-Revenue-26.pdfwendy stull-milordis9/4/2025

High Quality Instruction

Early Warning Indicators

Using the data below, describe all intervention strategies employed by the school to improve the academic performance of students identified by the early warning system.

Using the data below, describe all intervention strategies employed by the school to improve the academic performance of students identified by the early warning system.

Student improvement strategies will help increases in reading/math competency or positive student behavior. The Literacy and Math Department Head work together to monitor student progress and plan with fidelity, then the CPS team will collaborate to determine if students goals are met on their current plan. If achievement increases, continue to monitor; if not effective, then move to Tier 3 plan.

Early Warning Plan Strategies
Staff /Team will have consensus and engage in MTSS Implementation
Staff understand and have access to data sources
Across tiers, data used to identify “gap” between expected and current outcomes
Data are used to identify reasons why students are not meeting expectations
A Plan is based on verified reasons why students are not meeting expectations
Student progress specific to academic or behavior goals are monitored
Resources will be used  for implementation of MTSS are addressed through data-based problem-solving

 

School Report Card

FLDOE: Edudata

Areas of Focus (Formerly Goals, Strategies and Activities)

Area of Focus: ELL & SWD Proficiency

Measurable Outcome (SMART Goal) Professional Development Budget Monitoring Results
(End of Year)
By June of 2026, the percentage of ELL and SWD students identified in the ELL and SWD subgroups will show an increase in proficiency from 59% to 63% (ELL) and 53% to 57% (SWD) which is 4% percentage points overall as evidenced by the Florida Student Report Card. School-wide literacy focus across content areas, Intentional Planning, Word of the Week, Science of Reading Introduction and Vocabulary Maps, Graffiti Brainstorming, Close Read with text annotations, Reading Data Presentation; knowing your Tier 2 and Tier 3 Readers in the Science of Reading, Implementation of Small Group, Learning Stations, Differentiated Instruction, ESE, Accommodations and Strategies/Activities Training. $0.00 The area of focus will be monitored through HMH Growth Measure, Common Assessment Unit tests found in HMH, iReady, and the comparison of PM 1 FAST, PM 2 FAST, and PM 3 FAST to reflect growth. Quarterly, Teacher Data Chats with Admin and Teacher and Data Chats with Teacher with Students.

Mid-Year Reflection

Progress: Is desired progress being made to accomplish the intended outcome for the Area of Focus by the end of the school year? Yes
Evidence: Provide evidence of the implementation challenges the school encountered during the Fall semester. Describe the changes made to address these challenges.
The implementation challenges the school encountered during the Fall Semester include:
-in addition to loss of funding/budget, scheduling is an audacious task.
-Loss of students which resulted in loss of teachers
-  due to scheduling issues, we have teachers that teach multiple preps. Therefore some classes might have a higher student to teacher ratio while other classes have a lesser student to teacher ratio.
Evidence-based Interventions/Strategies: What was each Intervention/Strategy’s identified strengths and weaknesses?
Strengths and Weaknesses based on strategies:
  1. Fast & Furious Fridays
Strengths  
- Targets the most critical (bubble students: LEvel 1 and 2's)
- standards impacting overall achievement.
- Prioritizes the highest-need students first.
- Allows teachers to deliver high-quality small group instruction.
Weaknesses
  • Cost
  • Requires substitute coverage and funding.
  • Students may miss instruction in other subjects.
  1. Push In & Pull Out
Strengths
-Provides individualized attention for struggling students.
- Supports learning in the general education setting.
- Builds confidence through test-taking strategy practice.
-Can co-teach
-Work on strengths and weaknesses and IEP
-Reinforce standards that need remediation.
Weaknesses
- Scheduling across grade levels may reduce consistency.
-Limited man-power (more students needs than adults resources)
- Students may miss whole-class instruction during pull-out.

3. iReady
Strengths

- Standard specific lessons that can be assigned for enrichment or remediation purposes
-Provides adaptive lessons tailored to student needs.
- Targets individual and classwide areas of weakness.
- Routine weekly work supports continuous progress.
- Small-group reinforcement strengthens skills.
- Easy-to-track student performance data.
Weaknesses
- Students do not always like this program.  Some students may click through lessons.
- Weekly sessions may not be enough for the lowest performers.
- Students may struggle without scaffolds.
-Motivation is tied to an incentive
-Cost of program.
  1. Data Monitoring
Strengths
- Identifies trends early to adjust instruction.
- Promotes shared accountability.
- Enhances PLC discussions and planning.
Weaknesses
- Not a part of the school culture at this time.
-Time-consuming process for teachers and administrators.
- Data accuracy depends on consistent input.
- Requires strong data literacy skills.
- May cause fatigue or pressure if overused.
New Actions: Describe any new actions that are needed to accomplish the intended outcome for the Area of Focus.
Administrators will continue to monitor CFAs and meet with teachers during regular PLCs to discuss results. They will identify weak standards and students performing below grade-level expectations in order to provide targeted remediation.

Teacher will be encouraged to implement small group instruction and work stations in the classroom.  When Teacher is working with a small group, other students can continue working in work stations.

Administrators will conduct walkthroughs to monitor "look fors", data usage and the implementation of workstations, and they will provide feedback to support effective instruction.

For students performing on or above grade level, we will continue to provide enrichment opportunities and celebrate all successes.
Professional development workshops led by district trainers, administrators, coaches, and the leadership team should be followed up with additional support for high‑need teachers. These teachers should receive modeling and coaching to strengthen their ability to deliver effective lessons. Trainers can also provide onsite coaching as needed.
Literacy coach support: The literacy coach will maintain a schedule with open time slots for teachers to sign up. She will also be available to visit high‑need classrooms or co‑teach to ensure a smooth teacher‑learning process across various standards to promote student success.
 

Area of Focus: Acceleration Proficiency

Measurable Outcome (SMART Goal) Professional Development Budget Monitoring Results
(End of Year)
By June of 2026, the middle school student percentage of acceleration students proficient in Biology, Algebra and Geometry will increase from 82% proficiency to 85% proficiency, which is a 3-percentage point increase in proficiency overall as evidenced by the 2026 End of Course (EOC) Exam. Professional Development for Biology, Geometry, Algebra will include: Implementation of Learning Stations in Math and Science in addition to Labs and hands-on-activities, Trainings in Prizms Virtual Reality Math for Algebra and Geometry teachers and Trainings for Biology, as well as all science courses, will include more emphasis on the 5E (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate and Evaluation) method of instruction. $0.00 The area of focus will be monitored by the following: Labs will be monitored through teacher observation, administrative walkthroughs. Math will be monitored through teacher observations, administrative walkthroughs. Admin/Teacher Data Chats and Teacher/Students Data Chats will be conducted quarterly, and Utilization of Performance Matters.

Mid-Year Reflection

Progress: Is desired progress being made to accomplish the intended outcome for the Area of Focus by the end of the school year? No
Evidence: Provide evidence of the implementation challenges the school encountered during the Fall semester. Describe the changes made to address these challenges.
The implementation challenges the school encountered during the Fall Semester include:
-in addition to loss of funding/budget, scheduling is an audacious task.
-Loss of students which resulted in loss of teachers
-  due to scheduling issues, we have teachers that teach multiple preps. Therefore some classes might have a higher student to teacher ratio while other classes have a lesser student to teacher ratio.
Evidence-based Interventions/Strategies: What was each Intervention/Strategy’s identified strengths and weaknesses?

1. ELO Camps
Strengths

- Standard specific lessons that can be assigned for enrichment or remediation purposes
-Provides adaptive lessons tailored to student needs.
- Targets individual and classwide areas of weakness.
- Routine weekly work supports continuous progress.
- Small-group reinforcement strengthens skills.
- Easy-to-track student performance data.
-10 Weeks -A minimum of 3 and a maximum of 5 camp sessions before or after school

Weaknesses
- Students do not always like this program. 
-Some students may click through lessons.
-Motivation is tied to an incentive
-Cost of program.
 
  1.  Data Monitoring – Performance Matters & CFA’s
Strengths
- Identifies trends early to adjust instruction.
- Promotes shared accountability.
- Enhances PLC discussions and planning.
Weaknesses
- Not a part of the school culture at this time.
-Time-consuming process for teachers and administrators.
- Data accuracy depends on consistent input.
- Requires strong data literacy skills.
- May cause fatigue or pressure if overused.
 
New Actions: Describe any new actions that are needed to accomplish the intended outcome for the Area of Focus.
Administrators will continue to monitor CFA’s, Performance Matters and meet with teachers during regular PLCs to discuss results. They will identify weak standards and students performing below grade-level expectations in order to provide targeted remediation.

Teacher will be encouraged to implement small group instruction and work stations in the classroom.  When Teacher is working with a small group, other students can continue working in work stations.

Administrators will conduct walkthroughs to monitor "look fors", data usage and the implementation of workstations, and they will provide feedback to support effective instruction.

For students performing on or above grade level, we will continue to provide enrichment opportunities and celebrate all successes.
Professional development workshops led by district trainers, administrators, coaches, and the leadership team should be followed up with additional support for high‑need teachers. These teachers should receive modeling and coaching to strengthen their ability to deliver effective lessons. Trainers can also provide onsite coaching as needed.
 

Area of Focus: ELA Proficiency

Measurable Outcome (SMART Goal) Professional Development Budget Monitoring Results
(End of Year)
By June of 2026, the percentage of ELA students proficient in ELA in grades 6 through 8 will increase from 64% proficiency to 65% proficiency, which is a 1 percentage point increase in proficiency overall as evidenced by the PM 3 FAST Assessment. In addition, our ELA lowest 25% will also show an increase from 61% to 63%, which is 2% percentage points overall in learning gains earned. School-wide literacy focus across content areas, Intentional Planning, Word of the Week, Science of Reading Introduction and Vocabulary Maps, Graffiti Brainstorming, Close Read with text annotations, Reading Data Presentation; knowing your Tier 2 and Tier 3 Readers in the Science of Reading, Implementation of Small Group, Learning Stations, Differentiated Instruction, ESE, Accommodations and Strategies/Activities Training. $0.00 The area of focus will be monitored through HMH Growth Measure, Common Assessment Unit tests found in HMH, iReady, and the comparison of PM 1 FAST, PM 2 FAST, and PM 3 FAST to reflect growth. Quarterly, Teacher Data Chats with Admin and Teacher and Data Chats with Teacher with Students.

Mid-Year Reflection

Progress: Is desired progress being made to accomplish the intended outcome for the Area of Focus by the end of the school year? Yes
Evidence: Provide evidence of the implementation challenges the school encountered during the Fall semester. Describe the changes made to address these challenges.
The implementation challenges the school encountered during the Fall Semester include:
-in addition to loss of funding/budget, scheduling is an audacious task.
-Loss of students which resulted in loss of teachers
-  due to scheduling issues, we have teachers that teach multiple preps. Therefore some classes might have a higher student to teacher ratio while other classes have a lesser student to teacher ratio.
Evidence-based Interventions/Strategies: What was each Intervention/Strategy’s identified strengths and weaknesses?
Strengths and Weaknesses based on strategies:
  1. Fast & Furious Fridays
Strengths  
- Targets the most critical (bubble students: LEvel 1 and 2's)
- standards impacting overall achievement.
- Prioritizes the highest-need students first.
- Allows teachers to deliver high-quality small group instruction.
Weaknesses
  • Cost
  • Requires substitute coverage and funding.
  • Students may miss instruction in other subjects.
  1. Push In & Pull Out
Strengths
-Provides individualized attention for struggling students.
- Supports learning in the general education setting.
- Builds confidence through test-taking strategy practice.
-Can co-teach
-Work on strengths and weaknesses and IEP
-Reinforce standards that need remediation.
Weaknesses
- Scheduling across grade levels may reduce consistency.
-Limited man-power (more students needs than adults resources)
- Students may miss whole-class instruction during pull-out.

3. iReady
Strengths

- Standard specific lessons that can be assigned for enrichment or remediation purposes
-Provides adaptive lessons tailored to student needs.
- Targets individual and classwide areas of weakness.
- Routine weekly work supports continuous progress.
- Small-group reinforcement strengthens skills.
- Easy-to-track student performance data.
Weaknesses
- Students do not always like this program.  Some students may click through lessons.
- Weekly sessions may not be enough for the lowest performers.
- Students may struggle without scaffolds.
-Motivation is tied to an incentive
-Cost of program.
  1. Data Monitoring
Strengths
- Identifies trends early to adjust instruction.
- Promotes shared accountability.
- Enhances PLC discussions and planning.
Weaknesses
- Not a part of the school culture at this time.
-Time-consuming process for teachers and administrators.
- Data accuracy depends on consistent input.
- Requires strong data literacy skills.
- May cause fatigue or pressure if overused.
New Actions: Describe any new actions that are needed to accomplish the intended outcome for the Area of Focus.

Administrators will continue to monitor CFAs and meet with teachers during regular PLCs to discuss results. They will identify weak standards and students performing below grade-level expectations in order to provide targeted remediation.

Teacher will be encouraged to implement small group instruction and work stations in the classroom.  When Teacher is working with a small group, other students can continue working in work stations.

Administrators will conduct walkthroughs to monitor "look fors", data usage and the implementation of workstations, and they will provide feedback to support effective instruction.

For students performing on or above grade level, we will continue to provide enrichment opportunities and celebrate all successes.

Professional development workshops led by district trainers, administrators, coaches, and the leadership team should be followed up with additional support for high‑need teachers. These teachers should receive modeling and coaching to strengthen their ability to deliver effective lessons. Trainers can also provide onsite coaching as needed.

Literacy coach support: The literacy coach will maintain a schedule with open time slots for teachers to sign up. She will also be available to visit high‑need classrooms or co‑teach to ensure a smooth teacher‑learning process across various standards to promote student success.

Additional Reflections (optional): Please add any additional reflections for this Area of Focus.
No additional reflection at this time.

K-12 Comprehensive Reading Plan

 

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Sawgrass-Springs-Middle-Reading-Plan-2526.pdfFrances McMahon9/5/2025

Resources

Safe and Supportive Environment

Professional Learning Communities (PLC)

PLC Meeting Schedule

PLC Name Day(s) of Week Week(s) of Month Start/End Dates Start/End Times Grade  
PLC Department and Subject Meetings Tuesday
Friday
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th 8/12/2025 - 5/8/2026 8:20 AM - 9:05 AM 6, 7, 8

Response to Intervention (MTSS/RtI) Plan

 

File Name File Uploaded By Upload Date
MTSS-Plan.pdfDenise Laurel9/12/2025

RtI Team Meeting Schedule

Day(s) of Week Week(s) of Month Start/End Dates Start/End Times
Wednesday
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th 8/20/2025 - 5/27/2026 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Plan

 

No files have been uploaded.

School-wide Positive Behavior Plan (SPBP)

 

File Name File Uploaded By Upload Date
Schoolwide-Positive-Behavior-Plan.docxDenise Laurel4/29/2025
Sawgrass-Springs-MS-SPBP-Feedback-Form-2025-2026.pdfShawana Smith5/20/2025
SPBP-Template-2026-27-(1).docxEric Reeves4/17/2026

Attendance Plan

Total School AVG

    Regular Attenders
(0%-4.9% Absent)
At Risk
(5%-9.9% Absent)
Chronic
(10%-19.9% Absent)
Severe Chronic
(20% or more Absent)
School Year Population Number % Number % Number % Number %

Grade Level Breakdown

      Regular Attenders
(0%-4.9% Absent)
At Risk
(5%-9.9% Absent)
Chronic
(10%-19.9% Absent)
Severe Chronic
(20% or more Absent)
School Year Grade Level Population Number % Number % Number % Number %
Attendance Type School Goal

 

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NEW-Attendance-25.pdfDenise Laurel9/12/2025

School Counseling Plan

 

File Name File Uploaded By Upload Date
SSMS-Annual-School-Counseling-and-support-Plan-25-26.pdfwendy stull-milordis9/4/2025
LSW-calendar-25.pdfDenise Laurel9/16/2025

Equity Plan

 

No files have been uploaded.

Best Practices in Inclusive Education (BPIE)

 

File Name File Uploaded By Upload Date
Sawgrass-Springs-MS-BPIE_05.2024.pdfwendy stull-milordis9/12/2025

Effective Communication

SAC Documentation

SAC Upload Center

File Name Meeting Month Document Type Uploaded Date
SAC-SAF_040226_AgendaMinutesSignin.pdf April SAF Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 4/9/2026
SAC-SAF_020526_AgendaMinutesSignin.pdf February SAC Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 3/27/2026
SAC-SAF_030526_AgendaMinutesSignin.pdf March SAC Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 3/27/2026
SAC-SAF_120425_AgendaMinutesSignin.pdf December SAC Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 2/6/2026
SAC-SAF_111825_AgendaMinutesSignin.pdf November SAC Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 2/6/2026
SAC-SAF_110625_AgendaMinutesSignin.pdf November SAC/SAF Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 2/6/2026
Sawgrass-Springs-MS--December-SAC-Meeting.pdf December SAC Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 2/5/2026
Sawgrass-Springs-A+-Funds-Checklist-and-Docs-2526-(1)-Final.pdf January A+ Funds 1/7/2026
SAC-SAF_100125_AgendaMinutesSignin.pdf October SAF Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 10/23/2025
SAC-SAF_090425_AgendaMinutesSignin.pdf September SAF Agenda, Attendance, Minutes 10/23/2025
3431_SACMeetingScheduleFlyer_25-26.pdf December SAC Meeting Dates 10/23/2025
Sawgrass-Springs-Middle_SAFMeetingScheduleFlyer_25-26.pdf October SAF ByLaws 10/23/2025
SawgrassSpringsMiddleSACComposition25-26.pdf October SAC Composition 10/21/2025
SawgrassSpringMiddle_SACBylaws_090425.pdf September SAC ByLaws 9/8/2025

Cognia eProve Survey Results

 

File Name File Uploaded By Upload Date
Parent-Customer-Survey.pdfwendy stull-milordis9/12/2025
Staff-Survey-Report.pdfwendy stull-milordis9/12/2025
Student-Survey-Report.pdfwendy stull-milordis9/12/2025

Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Plan

 

File Name File Uploaded By Upload Date
FACE-PLAN-Template.pdfDenise Laurel9/22/2025
SawgrassSpringsMiddleFACESpacePic.jpgwendy stull-milordis9/30/2025

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