2007-2008
MPHS is a long-time partner. JFYNet Academic Support Programs have been provided every school year in a variety of implementation styles since piloting our program in the year 2000. For more information on the current implementation, please contact Joan Reissman at jreissman@jfynet.org

2006-2007
During 2006-2007, the school’s population was 1,575 and 93.6% of the school’s students are African-American and Hispanic. MPHS has higher proportions than the state average in the following areas: First Language not English (51.2 v.14.9) Limited English Proficient (19.4 v. 5.6) Low-income (68.1 v.28.9) and Special Education (30.9 v. 16.9). The staff of MPHS is 90.8% highly qualified, close to the state average of 94%). Madison Park High School’s 2006 MCAS scores were below the state average in advanced (6 v. 40) and proficient (19 v. 27), and above in needs improvement (36 v.21) and warning/failing (39 v. 12) categories.

Teachers and students were able to access the computerized portion of the JFYNet Academic Support Program in two different computer labs. Students were mainly 10th graders or 12th grade MCAS remediation students. Two of the teachers had used PLATO previously so start up was smooth and efficient. The teachers preview the computerized modules so that they make sure they will work well for the students and save their own time by working cooperatively to share tips and information about the software and materials. Through the sharing of effective practice, the JFYNet teachers have become a very collegial community of users. The curricular focus for all classes was a combination of the JFYNet textbook alignments and JFYNet’s MCAS Express. The teachers used the module that was most timely and appropriate for the lab within the differentiated instructional model. Most of the classes were special education students, so the groups were small with a wide range of abilities.

Madison was also chosen as one of the sites for the JFYNet Webinar and we taped a video of a class lecture using Plato for whole group instruction. The whole group instruction provided alternative learning reinforcement. Click here to view a short video sample.

During the year, JFYNet staff also spent a lot of time discussing reports with the teachers. The teachers and students really seemed to appreciate going to the lab, and they used PLATO regularly. Several teachers told JFYNet Site Coordinator, Joan Reissman, that our program also improved students’ class grades. JFYNet continues to refine the integration of PLATO, other technology resources and our materials, with BPS curriculum.

Web site link: Madison Park High School (MPHS)