School Accountability Report Card

Live Oak School

Advanced Education Services

Number of Suspensions

Rate of Suspensions

Number of Expulsions

Rate of Expulsions

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School Accountability Report Card

Reported for School Year 2004-05

Published During 2005-06

Notes regarding the source and currency of data:

Data included in this School Accountability Report Card (SARC) are consistent with State Board of Education guidelines, which are available at the California Department of Education Web site http://www.cde.ca.gov/ta/ac/sa/definitions04.asp. Most data presented in this report were collected from the 2004-05 school year.

I. General Information

School Information		Organization Information
School Name	AES-Live Oak School	Organization Name	Advanced Education Services
Director	Kathleen Rezaei-Darugar	CEO	John Neiuber
Street	34030 Avenue J	Street	1470 Cooley Dr. PO Box 848
City, State, Zip	Yucaipa, CA 92399	City, State, Zip	Colton, CA 92324
Phone Number	909-795-3635	Phone Number	909-825-5797
Fax Number	909-795-7141	Fax Number	909-825-5340
Web Site	www.aes-schools.org	Web Site	www.aes-schools.org
E-mail Address	kdarugar@aes-ssg.org	E-mail Address	jbush@aes-ssg.org
CDS Code	36 67959 7032519	SARC Contact	James Bush

School Description and Mission Statement

Live Oak School operates a coed special education program for students ages 5-18 in grades K-12. Live Oak School is a nonpublic school certified by the California State Department of Education Nonpublic Schools and Agencies Unit. Currently, the school is under contract with the following SELPAs: Desert Mountain SELPA, East Valley SELPA, and Riverside County Office of Education SELPA.

Live Oak School provides students with the best possible learning environment. The average classroom size is 10 students with a 1:4 staff-to-student ratio. Our small class sizes and excellent staff ratio allow us to focus on helping students develop skills and confidence they will use for years to come. Our support team includes a full-time counselor, program manager, office manager and director, plus selected resources of the SELPAs and school districts with which we interact in our geographical area. Live Oak school will prepare and empower all students to be motivated learners, clarify career and lifestyle planning goals, and develop genuine respect for others. The goal of the school is to prepare students for and actually transition them to the public schools. On any given day, Live Oak School students will be taking one or more classes or activities at public schools as they prepare for their eventual full-time return to the public school environment.

The mission of Live Oak School and Advanced Education Services is to provide each child, family, and adult we serve with quality educational programs so they may be empowered to lead successful and productive lives.

We believe:

1. Every child can learn and should be given that opportunity.

2. All children can put forth their best effort to take full advantage of their opportunities.

3. Progress in education requires mutual respect between students and teachers.

4. Education must be a combined effort on the part of students, teachers, family, and community.

Excellence is the only goal for which to strive.

Opportunities for Parental Involvement

Contact Person Name	Kathy Rezaei-Darugar	Contact Person Phone Number	909-795-3635
Parents, other volunteers, and businesses make valuable contributions of time, services, or materials to increase the quality of education that our students receive. Parents are encouraged to become involved as volunteers in the educational program. The school director welcomes parents as volunteers to assist the school and will provide a volunteer orientation and specific assignments for volunteers. Volunteer opportunities are available on and off the school site, for special events and field trips. Businesses, through partnerships with our school, enhance and support educational opportunities for our students. Cooperative programs which meet the goals and objectives of the instructional program are encouraged. As with other school personnel, volunteers must meet certain qualifications and accept certain responsibilities that include a genuine interest in helping students, a warm and friendly attitude, an ability to work with others in the school, an acceptance of individual differences in students, and an appreciation for all racial and ethnic groups.

II. Demographic Information

Student Enrollment, by Grade Level

Data reported are the number of students in each grade level as reported on the Private School Affidavit Confirmation to CDE - Fall 2005.

Grade Level	Enrollment	Grade Level	Enrollment
Kindergarten	0	Grade 9	9
Grade 1	0	Grade 10	3
Grade 2	0	Grade 11	5
Grade 3	0	Grade 12	1
Grade 4	0	Ungraded Secondary	0
Grade 5	1
Grade 6	3
Grade 7	2
Grade 8	2
Ungraded Elementary	0	Total Enrollment	26

Student Enrollment, by Ethnic Group

Data reported are the number and percent of students in each racial/ethnic category as of Fall 2005.

Racial/Ethnic Category	Number of Students	Percent of Students
African-American	3	12%
Caucasian	13	50%
Hispanic	10	38%
Other

III. School Safety and Climate for Learning

School Safety Plan

Date of Last Review/Update	September 2005	Date Last Discussed with Staff	September 2005
We provide our students, on a daily basis, with a safe, secure, and welcoming environment. School safety is a top priority and our comprehensive school safety plan addresses prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery. Creating a safe school is a joint responsibility of students, parents/guardians, teachers, school officials, local law enforcement, emergency personnel, and others in the community.

School Programs and Practices that Promote a Positive Learning Environment

The Journey of a Thousand Miles Begins with a Single Step. That is our motto and we put it into practice daily. We believe that an outstanding instructional program leads to the most positive learning environment; therefore, we emphasize English (I, II, III, IV), Math (Skills, Math A/B, Algebra I & II, Geometry, Trigonometry), Science (Earth, Life, Biology), Social Studies (World Geography, World History, US History, US Government, Economics), Computer Literacy, Drivers Education, Health, Physical Education, Vocational Education (Life Skills, Education for Living, Diversified Occupations, Computer Operations, Careers), and Electives (Visual Arts, Music Appreciation, Art Appreciation and fine arts).

Historically, Live Oak School students experience from two to four grade levels of growth in mathematics for every year of instruction. They generally gain two months in reading test scores for every month at Live Oak School. Currently, 90% of the student body carries a B or better Grade Point Average (GPA).

Included in our 7 period day are four Direct Instruction Mathematics, Writing and Reading classes. Students are assessed for need and placed accordingly. They must master skills before moving to the next level.

Physical Education program follows the state standards and also includes aerobics, yoga. Student learning emphasizes sportsmanship and responsibility within oneself and in groups.

Students at Live Oak School attend several classroom outings throughout the year. Extended learning adventures include events such as the Living Desert museum and program in Palm Desert, the Riverside Playhouse in Riverside, the planetarium in San Bernardino, Independence Hall in Buena Park, Medieval Times in Buena Park, the Museum of Science and Industry, the San Bernardino Museum, the LA County Fair, and the local Christmas tree farm.

The students are also involved and devoted to helping in their community. Our elementary program visits Braswell’s Retirement home in our local community monthly to present the residents with gifts. Our student body raises money for non-profit groups such as the Red Cross, San Bernardino Humane Society, and the ASPCA. The student body also conducts a teddy bear drive each Christmas for Arrowhead Regional Medical Center’s Pediatric Unit.

We are committed to the maximum development of each individual and will provide the best possible education to empower each student to function in a productive and positive way in society.

Suspensions and Expulsions

Data reported are the number of suspensions and expulsions (i.e., the total number of incidents that result in a suspension or expulsion). The rate of suspensions and expulsions is the total number of incidents divided by the school’s total enrollment for the reporting school year. For comparison, this school’s data is compared to the aggregate data from all Advanced Education Services’ nonpublic schools.

IV. School Facilities

Information about the safety, cleanliness, and adequacy of school facilities, including the condition and cleanliness of the school grounds, buildings, and restrooms. Additional information about the condition of the school's facilities may be obtained by speaking with the school director.

The Live Oak School grounds, buildings, and restrooms are maintained in accordance with the highest standards established by Advanced Education Services and are inspected daily to ensure those high standards are maintained. On-call maintenance personnel and daily custodial service ensure the safety, cleanliness, and adequacy of school facilities. School safety programs for all staff, documented safety inspections, safety meetings, contracted fire equipment maintenance service, a fire warning system, announced and unannounced fire and earthquake drills, and local fire authority inspections all ensure a safe and clean school facility.

School Facility Conditions – Results of Inspection and Evaluation

Data reported are the determination of good repair as documented in a completed Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) evaluation instrument, including the school site inspection date, the CQI evaluation instrument completion date, and the date of any remedial action taken or planned. Additional information about the condition of the school's facilities may be obtained by speaking with the school director.

Interim Evaluation Instrument Part	Facility in Good Repair		Deficiency and Remedial Actions Taken or Planned
Interim Evaluation Instrument Part	Yes	No	Deficiency and Remedial Actions Taken or Planned
Gas Leaks	X
Mechanical Systems	X
Windows/Doors/Gates (interior and exterior)	X
Interior Surfaces (walls, floors, and ceilings)		X	Carpet to be replaced in classrooms
Hazardous Materials (interior and exterior)	X
Structural Damage	X
Fire Safety	X
Electrical (interior and exterior)	X
Pest/Vermin Infestation	X
Drinking Fountains (inside and outside)	X
Restrooms	X
Sewer	X
Playground/School Grounds	X
Other

V. Academic Data

Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR)

Through the California Standardized Testing and Reporting (STAR) program, students in grades 2 through 11 are tested annually in various subject areas. Currently, the STAR program includes California Standards Tests (CST) and a norm-referenced test (NRT). The CST tests English-language arts and mathematics in grades 2 through 11, science in grades 5, 9, 10, and 11, and history-social science in grades 8, 10, and 11. Prior to 2005, the NRT tested reading/language arts and mathematics in grades 2 through 11, spelling in grades 2 through 8, and science in grades 9 through 11. Beginning in 2005, the NRT tests reading/language arts, spelling, and mathematics in grades 3 and 7 only, and no longer tests science in any grade.

California Standards Tests (CST)

The California Standards Tests (CST) shows how well students are doing in relation to the state content standards. Student scores are reported as performance levels. The five performance levels are Advanced (exceeds state standards), Proficient (meets state standards), Basic (approaching state standards), Below Basic (below state standards), and Far Below Basic (well below state standards). Students scoring at the Proficient or Advanced level meet state standards in that content area. Students scoring at the Proficient or Advanced level meet state standards in that content area. Students with significant cognitive disabilities who are unable to take the CST are tested using the California Alternate Performance Assessment (CAPA). Detailed information regarding CST and CAPA results for each grade and proficiency level can be found at the California Department of Education Web site at http://star.cde.ca.gov or by speaking with the school principal. Note: To protect student privacy, scores are not shown when the number of students tested is 10 or less.

CST – All Students
Data reported are the percent of students achieving at the Proficient or Advanced level (meeting or exceeding the state standards).

Subject	Live Oak School			Advanced Education Svcs			State
Subject	2005	2006	2007	2005	2006	2007	2005	2006	2007
English-Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
History-Social Science