2007-08 Board of Education District Priorities

Global Awareness

• Development of citizenship, civility, and respect

• Understanding and appreciating diversity, individuality, and differences

• Prevention of bullying/harassment

• Introduction of foreign language study K-2

Communication and Technology

• Continued parent/school/Board of Education/student/business/community partnerships

• Support for the new superintendent of schools

• Greater emphasis on instructional technology

• Accessing information and media literacy skills

Healthy Choices

Increase knowledge of and opportunities for:

• Physical activity

• Nutritional balance

• Emotional wellness/healthy relationships

• Time management

• Drug and alcohol awareness

Thinking and Problem-Solving

• Setting goals

• Enhancing ownership of the learning process among students

• Exercising sound reasoning

• Meeting high standards

• Supporting creativity and intellectual curiosity

Professional Growth

• Focus on professional development for all staff

• Professional development driven by student needs as well as strengths

• Analyzing data to improve instruction

• Support collegiality and mentoring

• Expand curriculum mapping