In accordance with the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Insight PA Cyber Charter School has been designated as a Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) school by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). Insight PA has been identified as a CSI school based on the following indicators: Achievement: Math and English Language Arts (ELA) Combined, Growth: Math and ELA combined, and Graduation Rate. For more information about the CSI identification process, please refer to this document provided by PDE.
In close partnership with a selection of representatives from our various stakeholder groups (students, parents, teachers, and school leaders), our School Improvement Facilitator from the Chester County Intermediate Unit, and PDE, Insight PA has identified the following priorities for our CSI Plan:
- Increased student mastery of grade-level standards in ELA
- Increased student mastery of grade-level standards in Math
- Increase in four-year graduation rate
- Greater proficiency in instructional practices
- Implementation of a more effective multi-tiered system of supports for students
- Increased daily attendance
Summaries of each of the strategies in our CSI Plan are included below. We also invite all members of our school community to view the draft of our 2025-2028 CSI Plan in its entirety, and share your feedback through this form by (date). Your perspective as a valued member of our school community will help to ensure the plan reflects the needs, strengths, and priorities of our students, staff, and families. Any feedback you provide will be reviewed by Insight PA’s Chief Academic Officer, Julie Jaszcar, and used to make final adjustments to the plan before its submission to PDE. If you have any questions, please contact her at jujaszcar@insightpaschool.org.
We greatly appreciate your time and invaluable insights during this important process. Thank you for helping us strengthen our plan and move forward together.
Strategy 1: Student-Centered Coaching Model
The Student-Centered Coaching Model is an evidence-based program that focuses on student learning and outcomes. Classroom teachers will be coached in creating lessons that are aligned with state standards and differentiated for the students in their classes.
Strategy 2: Team-Initiated Problem Solving (TIPS) Process
The TIPS Process is a team approach to identifying barriers to learning. Team members will all be empowered to identify these barriers and initiate steps to reduce them. TIPS team members will partner with students and their families to ensure the highest levels of academic achievement.
Strategy 3: Learner Essentials and Attendance Partnership (LEAP) Program
The LEAP program will provide a variety of supports and offer consistent points of contact for students and their families. Members of our LEAP teams will work with students and families to increase engagement and attendance, and identify local community resources.
Strategy 4: Linked Learning
Linked Learning is an educational approach that integrates rigorous academics with career-themed pathways, work-based learning experiences, and strong support services. Within the context of Career Education and Work (CEW) standards—which are Pennsylvania’s standards for preparing students with the knowledge and skills needed for career readiness—Linked Learning serves as a strategy to embed CEW competencies into students’ day-to-day learning.