Stevens Middle School
We welcome all Port Angeles seventh and eighth graders to Stevens Middle School!
Stevens Middle School
1139 West 14th
Port Angeles, WA 98363
Phone: (360) 452-5590
FAX: (360) 457-5709
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Our Mission
Stevens Middle School believes that it is our responsibility to work together with families in our community to develop intellectual curiosity, responsible citizenship, and a safe, nurturing environment where all students can and will learn.
| Stevens Middle Statistics | 2008-09 |
2007-08 |
| Enrollment | 570 |
621 |
| Smallest Class | 8 |
11 |
| Largest Class | 45 |
42 |
| Average Class Size | 25 |
26 |
| Classroom Teachers | 33 |
41.25 |
| Support Staff | 4 |
3.4 |
| Administrators | 2 |
2 |
| Secretaries | 1.5 |
1.5 |
| Paraeducators | 10 |
13 |
| Custodians | 3 |
3 |
| Food Services | 4 |
5 |
| Volunteers | 36 |
28 |
| Avg. Annual Attendance | 95% |
91.7% |
| Suspended | 67 |
243 |
| Expelled | 1 |
1 |
| Students Promoted | 98% |
99% |
| Free/Reduced Lunch | 42.03% |
41.6% |
| Title I/Lap | school-wide |
school-Wide |
| Special Education | 70 |
88 |
| Bilingual | 3 |
4 |
| Highly Capable | 170 |
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Reflections on the
2007-08 School Year
For the last six years, Stevens Middle School has used the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process to close the learning gap among students and assist them to meet district and state standards. Curriculum and assessments have been realigned to drive instruction based on data collected in the CQI process. As a result, student 2007-08 WASL scores continued to produce success.in the CQI process. As a result, student 2007-08 WASL scores continued to produce success.
- All grade levels and subjects scored above the state level.
- Grade 7 Native American students improved in all subjects and out scored all other native groups by 20-40%; grade 8 improved in math and science out scoring other native groups by 25%.
- Grade 7 special education students improved in reading, math and writing by 20-40%.
- Grade 8 science out-scored the state by 14%.
- Grade 8 reading comprehension increased over 5%.
Plans for the 2008-09 School Year
Student Learning. Seventh and eighth grade students have greater access to remediation and enrichment through continued use of the two-period block of Language Arts and mathematics. These students are identified by the WASL, grades, school assessments, teacher recommendations and parent requests. In addition:
- The CQI process will continue to be used for using data on a regular basis to adjust curriculum, instruction and assessments.
- Friday School will be used to encourage students who are falling behind to seek tutorial assistance from a staff member every other week.
- Homework Club will continue for students before and after school Monday-Thursday.
- Parent-teacher conferences will allow teachers to communicate student needs and tutorial strategies with parents.
- Parent volunteers will be organized to work with individual students in a one-on-one format.
- AmeriCorps staff will work with select students and organize an after-school tutoring program that runs Monday-Thursday.
- Native American Interventionist will provide tutoring and communication between the school, tribe, parents to coordinate efforts for improving academics.
- Student Learning Plans are created for any grade 7 or 8 student who did not reach standard on the WASL.
- Individual Education Plans and 504 plans have been developed for students who qualify for specific assistance.
- Seminar is a program available for identified gifted and high potential students that centers upon high level thinking skills.
- Advanced programs through algebra and select jazz band are also available for students.
Professional Development. Collaboration time has been maintained this year through block scheduling for each core team. Elected team leaders, with input from all members, provide agendas and the entire team holds itself accountable for collaboration. Additionally, department collaboration during Wednesday late start has been enhanced. Along with calendar and assessment reviews, student work and peer observations will be discussed and used to make teaching changes that impact student learning. Dynamic training has been planned: Stevens’ science department will attend the National Science Fair; the Language Arts team will attend a workshop/mentor text training at the Lincoln Center; and the math team will attend an OSPI workshop in Vancouver.
School Climate. The Stevens Middle School community believes in: A safe, supportive and collaborative work environment for staff and students. Rigorous curriculum that addresses the varied needs of individual learners. Active parent and community partnerships. The continuing development of the skills and practices of positive citizenship, including personal responsibility for one’s actions. Education that prepares students for success as life-long learners in an ever-changing, multicultural and technical world. Accepting and celebrating the individuality and technical world. Accepting and celebrating the individuality and efforts of all students while cooperatively seeking academic excellence.
How Can You Help?
Every child deserves the opportunity to succeed. But not all children learn in the same way at the same time. The parents, friends of Stevens students and our community are all instrumental in providing the additional support that makes learning at Stevens motivating and rewarding. We need your support to continue our rich history of a middle school that cares for kids and celebrates success. Please call us at 360.452.5590.
Use and Condition of Building
Stevens Middle School is a one story building built in 1960, with additions in 1964 and 1978. In October 2004, a new music building was completed. The facility supports grade seventh though grade eight classrooms, as well as outdoor fields for district and community recreation. The physical evaluation of this education facility is rated 33% based on a January 7, 2008 study and survey by BLRB Architects. Facility Use and Conditions Report available at the Port Angeles School District office.
Stevens Middle School 7th Grade WASL Trend 2006-2009
For more information on Port Angeles School District's Report Card go to: reportcard.ospi.k12.wa.us.