Category A

Organization for Student Learning

*UPDATES*
*All updates are in bold and italicized*
A1. School Purpose Criterion: The school has established a clear vision and mission (purpose) that reflects the beliefs and
philosophies of the institution. The purpose is defined further by adopted schoolwide learner outcomes that form the basis of the
educational program for every student.

UPDATES:
● Teachers are reciting Vision, Mission, and SLOs with students during Google Meets/Hardcopy-
Vision, Mission, and SLOs will be distributed via Hard Copy packet
● Use of SLOs evidence will be collected via PenPal letters that were sent home to both Hardcopy and
Online learners.
● Each student will fill out the SLOs rubric this year. Rubric was not implemented during 1st Quarter;
however, teachers will be monitoring SLOs evidence through the use of SLOs rubric for 1st Semester-
Hardcopy version to be sent out through the packets/ Online version will be in two styles: Google
Slides for primary grades and Google Forms for intermediate grades.
● AIMSWeb assessments and/or DWA are unclear as to its administration this school year due to
current school closures.

Sample of SLOs Rubric for Primary Grade Levels (Online Model of Learning):
Sample of SLOs Rubric for Intermediate Grade Levels (Online Model of Learning):

Sample of SLOs Rubric for all grade levels (Hard Copy Model of Learning):
A2. Governance Criterion: The governing authority (a) adopts policies which are consistent with the school’s
mission and vision (purpose) and supports the achievement of the schoolwide learner outcomes, (b) delegates
implementation of these policies to the professional staff; and (c) monitors results.

UPDATES:
● A list of current members and their occupations

Voting Members
Maria A. Gutierrez, Chairwoman
Mark B. Mendiola, Vice Chair
Lourdes M. Benavente, Member
Karlyn RCG Borja, Member
John T. Burch, Member
James C. Lujan, Member
Dr. Ronald L. McNinch, Member
Felicitas B. Angel, Member
Lawrence Jay M. Alcairo, Member

Ex-Officio Members
Guam Federation of Teachers (GFT) Representative
Doris A. Terlaje

Island-wide Board of Governing Students (IBOGS)

Alison Dilipy
Elyssa Cuevas
Jadrian Juico
Jennifer Ittu
Jennifer Roberto
Jim Pamplona
Keezia Dotimas
Louise Anne Genovana
Marina Babauta
Mark Imazu
Marshelly Borja
Melissa Salas

Mayor’s Council of Guam Representative

Melissa B. Savares, Dededo Mayor

Executive Secretary of the Board

Jon J.P. Fernandez
Superintendent of Education
Processes for regular monitoring and communication

● Due to COVID-19, GEB regular meetings are conducted virtually via Zoom Conferencing and live-
streamed on Guam Department of Education’s facebook. Public notice is published in the Guam
Daily Post and on the Office of the Attorney General’s Public Meeting website. Meetings are
recorded and minutes of the meeting are produced and posted on the GEB website. The Board allows
individuals to submit written testimony of public participation within 10 days after each meeting via
email.

A3. School Leadership Criterion: The school leadership (a) makes decisions to facilitate actions that focus the
energies of the school on students’ achievement of the schoolwide learner outcomes; (b) empowers the staff;
and (c) encourages commitment, participation, and shared accountability for student learning.

UPDATES:
● The school principal maintains shared responsibility and involves all staff by clearly defining their
roles and responsibilities to include ensuring students are provided quality education and reinforces
the vision, mission, goals, and student learning outcomes to improve student achievement.
● Change from TEACHER ASSISTANT to SCHOOL AIDE I LTFT

A4. Staff Criterion: The school leadership and staff are qualified for their assigned responsibilities and are
committed to the school’s purpose and engage in ongoing professional development that promotes student
learning.

UPDATES:
● Updates are reflected within this section through tables
List the number of teaching personnel in full-time equivalents.

ASSIGNMENT MEN WOMEN TOTAL

Administration 0 1 1

Regular 4 16 20
Instruction
(3) (14) (17)

Special 1 9 10
Programs
(0) (10) (10)

Other 4 12 16
(4) (15) (19)

TOTALS 9 38 47
(7) (40) (47)

Highest Level of Degree

 Name and Degree and Institution Credentials Ethnicity
Position

Annette Salas M.Ed. Language and Literacy Master Educator- Chamoru

Administrator M.Ed. Admin and Supervision Admin and Supervision
University of Guam

Corazon Master of Education in Elementary Master Educator Filipino

Mucho Education Early Childhood Prek-2
Kindergarten University of Guam Elementary K-6
Teacher

Rovee Ann Master of Education in Special Professional Educator Filipino

Rios Education Elementary K-5
Kindergarten University of Guam
Teacher

Dominic Uson Master of Education in Special Professional Educator Chamoru

Kindergarten Education Elementary K-5
Teacher University of Guam

Jaclyn Dela Master of Education in Early Master Educator Filipino

Cruz Childhood Early Childhood
First Grade University of Phoenix Pre-K-2nd &
Teacher Special Education
Pre-K - 12th

Susan Master of Education in Language Master Educator Filipino

Unpingco and Literacy Elementary K-6&
First Grade University of Guam Reading K-12
Teacher

Gemme-Lynn Master of Education in Language Master Educator Filipino

Escuadra and Literacy Elementary K-5
First Grade University of Guam

Vincent Master of Education in Special Professional Educator Chamoru

Carbullido Education Elementary K-5
Second Grade University of Guam

Christina Master of Education in Reading Professional Educator Chamoru

Toves University of Guam K-5
Second Grade

Sharon Master of Education in Reading and Professional Educator Irish-

Deinhart Literacy Pre-K - 5 American
Second Grade Benedictine University

Evelyn Master of Education in Language Master Educator Chamoru

Topasna and Literacy Reading K-12
Third Grade University of Guam Early Childhood/
(Moved to Pre Elementary
GATE)

Amber Ritter Master of Education in Curriculum Professional Educator Chamoru

Third Grade and Instruction: Gifted and Talented Elementary K-5
(Moved to Education (Master Educator
GATE) University of Cincinnati Elementary K-5)

Charlene Bachelor’s in Elementary Education Initial Educator Filipino

Chiguina University of Guam Elementary K-5
Third Grade

Estella Master of Education in Classroom Master Educator Filipino

Saloma- Integration of Technology Elementary K-5
Magbitang American Intercontinental
Third Grade University

Winnie Taijito Bachelor’s in Elementary Education Professional Educator Chamoru

Fourth Grade University of Guam Elementary K-5
(Chamoru)
(Veronica (A.A. Education of Arts Degree (Professional Educator
Botelho Guam Community College Elementary K-5)
Fourth B.A. Public Administration
Grade) University of Guam)

Jeremiah Diaz Bachelor’s in Elementary Education Professional Educator Chamoru

Fourth Grade University of Guam Elementary K-5

Rovileen Master of Education in Reading Professional Educator Filipino

Rios-Aflague University of Guam K-5
Fourth Grade

Joeselle Diaz Bachelor’s in Elementary Education Professional Educator Filipino

Fifth Grade University of Guam Elementary K-5

Verna Bachelor’s of Science in Criminal Professional Educator Chamoru

Mendiola Justice Elementary K-5
Fifth Grade University of Guam

Charlene Bachelor’s in Early Professional Educator Chamoru

Wright Childhood/Elementary Education Early Childhood Pre-K-
Fifth Grade University of Guam 2
Elementary K-5

Jowinalyn Associates in Secondary Education Basic Educator Chamoru

Mendiola specializing in CHamoru K-12
CHamoru Guam Community College
Teacher

Florencia CHamoru-Pacific Asian Studies Basic Educator Chamoru

Mesa University of Guam K-12
CHamoru
Teacher

Rosalie Lujan Bachelor’s in Public Administration Basic Educator Chamoru

CHamoru and Social Science K-12
Teacher

Therese Master of Education in Master Educator Chamoru

Babauta Administration and Supervision Elementary K-5
Librarian Librarian Certificate

Elizabeth Master of Education Master Educator

Reed Language and Literacy Early Childhood PreK-
GATE University of Guam 2
Teacher Elementary K-5
Caucasian
(RETIRED) Reading K-12
Professional
Endorsement-
Secondary Art 6-12

Grace Claros Master of Education in Teaching Master Educator Filipino

ESL English to Speakers of Other Elementary K-5
Coordinator Languages ESL K-12
University of Guam

Doris White Doctor of Education in Special Master Educator Chamoru

Special Education Level5
Education North Central University Special Education Pre-
Teacher K-12
(RETIRED)

Renee Master of Education in Special Master Educator Filipino

Sanchez Education Special Education K-12
Special University of Guam Professional
Education Endorsement K-5
Teacher
Helen Santos Associates in Nursing School Health Chamoru
Nurse University of Guam Counselor

Roy Cruz Master of Education in Master School Chamoru

Guidance Counseling Counselor K-12
Counselor Administration and Supervision
(RETIRED) University of Guam

Master of Education in Initial School

Taylor Salas Counseling Counselor Chamoru
University of Guam K-12

Ulrica Gill Master of Education Master Educator Chamoru

GATE Pre-K University of Portland Elementary K-6
(RETIRED)

Rick Associates in Early Childhood Chamoru

Concepcion Education
HeadStart Guam Community College
Teacher
(Transferred)

Tanya Cruz Associates in Early Childhood Chamoru

Education
Guam Community College

Gina Morrison GED Chamoru

Administrative
Assistant

Theresa High School Diploma Chamoru

Crisostomo
Computer
Operator

Chrissy High School Diploma Chamoru

Quinata
Clerk/Typist
(no longer at
HSTES)

John Ross High School Diploma Chamoru

Cruz
School Aide

Calvin Naputi High School Diploma Chamoru

School Aide

Clarissa High School Diploma Chamoru

Quinata
School Aide

Kristine High School Diploma Chamoru

Santos
School Aide
(No Longer at
HSTES)

Jacqueline High School Diploma Chamoru

Toves
School Aide

Reylena High School Diploma Chamoru

Aguero
One-to-One

Trine Halmi High School Diploma Chamoru

GATE Pre-K
School Aide

Katherine High School Diploma Chamoru

Martinez
One-to-One
Aide

Junica Associates in Early Childhood Chamoru

Aguigui Education/
Headstart Marketing
School Aide

Jadine Duenas High School Diploma Chamoru

Teacher’s
Assistant
School Aide
One LTFT

Nicole High School Diploma Chamoru

Mendiola
Teacher’s
Assistant
 School Aide
One LTFT

Genese High School Diploma Chamoru

Morrison
Teacher’s
Assistant
School Aide
One LTFT

Cody Ogo High School Diploma Chamoru

Teacher’s
Assistant
(no longer at
HSTES)

Aubre Okada High School Diploma Chamoru

Teacher’s
Assistant
School Aide
One LTFT

Melvin Aguon High School Diploma Chamoru

Custodian

Taylor High School Diploma Chamoru

Joaquin
School Aide
One LTFT

Arlene Cruz High School Diploma Chamoru

School Aide
One LTFT

Gino High School Diploma Chamoru

Chargalauf
One-to-One

Attrition Rates: (Retirement, Resignation, Transfers out, etc.…)

SY 2020-2021
● Resignation: 1
● Retirement: 2
● Transfer out: 1

Append or include in separate form a copy of the salary schedule for teaching personnel.
List the classified staff (secretaries, custodians, etc.) together with the normal number of hours worked per week and the
rate of pay.

● Mrs. Salas will attach updated salary schedule for all employees

A5. School Environment Criterion: The school has a safe, healthy, nurturing environment that reflects the
school’s purpose and is characterized by respect for differences, trust, caring, professionalism, support, and high
expectations for each student.
UPDATES:

Updated PBIS Practices in the New Models of Learning

Online Platform - Utilize websites and -Appreciate the -Maintain a positive

videos provided and differences in online presence
screened by parents other’s thoughts
and teachers and comments.

Describe the school’s facilities and their overall condition (buildings, labs, technology, library, athletic
facilities, playground, etc.).
● There have been a number of added equipment since the closure of SY 2019-2020.

Formats of communication extend through the use of technology, media, personal communication, and written
documentation. The following tools are commonly utilized to communicate with stakeholders:
● PTO meetings are currently on hold during the pandemic.
● In the new way of learning, conferences were scheduled in multiple modes (virtual/video conference,
phone call, email).

Additional Supporting Evidence and Documentation:

● Attach re-entry plan
A6. Reporting Student Progress Criterion: The school leadership and staff regularly assess student progress
toward accomplishing the school wide learner outcomes and report students’ progress to the rest of the school
community.
UPDATES:

● Classroom Assessment Summaries were not used for the 1st quarter, but will be used for 2nd quarter.
● Currently, teachers are using progress reports as a means for a report card for the first quarter and
semester of distant learning.
● Currently, teachers are using progress reports as a means for a report card for the first quarter and
semester of distant learning.
● PowerSchools PULSE Data is not currently being used as student misbehavior and conduct hasn’t
been reported due to distant learning.
● Currently, teachers are not using CFAs as a form of assessment.
● The use of District Wide Assessments (SBA/ACT ASPIRE) for the end of this school year is still
uncertain and has yet to be decided by Guam DOE.
● Currently, teachers are not using AIMSwebplus as a form of assessment.
● Currently, teachers are using progress reports as a means for a report card for the first quarter and
semester of distant learning.
● Currently, of 23 teachers, 100% of them use formative assessment for both models of learning.

● Currently, of 23 teachers, 82.6% of them use summative assessment and 17.4% of them do not for
both models of learning.
 Online Model Hard Copy Model

Formative Assessments 1. Google meets- write the 1. Quick check

problem down, then
show their notebooks on
camera, quick checks
thumbs up and thumbs
down, teacher
observation, show and
tell & quizzes
2. Google Forms- exit
tickets & quizzes, etc.
3. Jamboard
4. Google Slides
assignments submitted
via hardcopy and
projects submitted via
hardcopy.
2. Weekly packets assess
their understanding of
skills and guide further
planning.
3. Through pictures and
videos with parents’
input
4. Scheduled individual
Google Meets (if
student has access to
technology).

Summative Assessments 1. Google Forms 1. Provide the same test

2. 1-1 Google Meet with
students conducting
tests in real time.
used online, but make it
into a hard copy.
2. 1-1 Google Meet with
students conducting
tests in real time (if
student has access to
technology).

A7. School Improvement Process Criterion: The school leadership facilitates school improvement which (a) is
driven by plans of action that will enhance quality learning for all students, (b) has school community support and
involvement, (c) effectively guides the work of the school, and (d) provides for accountability through monitoring of the
school wide action plan.
Explain how stakeholder involvement in the development and implementation of the school’s action plans for
improvement demonstrates a broad-based, collaborative process.

Updates:
● VDPO/ PTO meetings are on hold at this time due to COVID-19.
● On a yearly basis, the HSTES guidance counselor will share District-Wide Assessment and
AIMSwebplus results with all stakeholders at PLC and VDPO Meetings.

Supporting Evidence and Documentation:

● GDOE SSP, HSTES School Improvement Plan, District-wide Assessment and AIMSwebplus Results,
School-wide and Grade Level SMART Goals, Teacher Snapshots, Monthly Calendars, CAS, Positive
Behavior Intervention and Support System Data , Professional Development, Professional Learning
Community, Common Planning Time, and Faculty Meeting Agendas, Volunteer Driven Parent
Organization Meeting Agendas, Parent Information Session Sign-in sheet and agenda