Holladay Elementary
First Place, West Division, Middle Schools

Marty Arnold, Principal
148 Stokes Rd
Holladay, TN 38341
Benton County Schools

Recipe For Success:

I believe that one of the main ingredients for schools, students and teachers to experience success is the ability to disaggregate data. We devote a tremendous amount of time and effort in evaluating and reflecting on strategies that we have implemented as a staff. Disaggregating test data will enable the teachers to reflect on strengths and areas to strengthen as the teachers continue improve their individual skills.

Each year I sit down with each teacher and go over their individual test data. I also believe it is vital for the data to be reviewed by the entire staff. The teachers will use this information to make changes in their classroom so all students can experience success. Teachers also look at individual student data to determine teaching strategies and instructional strategies that have been successful and those that have not. Teachers will also discuss new strategies that will be implemented to help increase student performance. Throughout the year, we continue to discuss and look at trends and we continue to discuss strategies to improve student performance.

Educating the students is the ultimate goal. Establishing and maintaining high standards is vital for success. Students will attempt to meet and surpass expectations if the student is motivated and if assistance is given to achieve success. The level of expectation is high. Communication with parents and stakeholders are also vital for school and student success. We believe that it takes everyone involved in the student's life to achieve student success. We have a parent advisory committee, partner in education program, and volunteers who work side by side to help in the level of achievement for the students who attend Holladay School.

Seventy-one percent of the staff at Holladay School has a master's degree, and fifty percent have degrees beyond the masters.

Holladay School is certificated as a Master School with Reading Renaissance. Each reading teacher has received training for this program.