WHY DISTRICT EFFECTIVENESS?
OUR PURPOSE is to create a strong link between purpose and performance in the district. Researchers make a distinction in two types of high purpose organizations. The first, "high camaraderie," describes the feeling among personnel in an organization sensing that they are doing something great, TOGETHER. The second type of purpose, "high clarity," includes leadership within an organization. Leaders with this focus excel at translating purpose into action. A statistically significant performance bump can only result within organizations that have 'purpose clarity.'
OUR VISION is to empower every student to thrive as a responsible, productive, and engaged citizen by inspiring life-long learning, civic engagement, and challenging and supporting every student to achieve his/her fullest potential by embracing the diversity of both the local and global community.
Theory of Action for Accountability
OUR VALUES serve as the foundation for decision-making and integrate into each of the District Priorities to chart a clear focus and vision:
STUDENT LEARNING
Ensure academic and behavioral growth and achievement
Create safe and supportive learning environments
Implement rigorous curriculum and instruction
Honor diversity in the learning environment
Enrich learning through strategic use of technology
Enhance teacher effectiveness
POSTSECONDARY READINESS
Develop skills for the whole child
Maintain multiple career pathways
Explore internships and service learning opportunities
Expect high attendance rates of students and staff
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Serve others through collaboration and partnerships
Ensure transparency
Maintain fiscal accountability
Advocate at the local, state, and national levels
Develop effective communication systems