GROUND FLOOR - 1 - VCS & ELEVATE

Welcome to Vance County Schools' transformative journey of "ELEVATE"! We are thrilled to share our vision and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing our educational framework to meet the evolving needs of our students. Here’s a comprehensive overview of our principles, and profiles of key individuals who exemplify our commitment to excellence.

Vision and Mission

Vision - Vance County Schools provides an adaptable educational setting where learning is a catalyst to the pursuit of dreams in an evolving society.

Mission - Vance County Schools is committed to providing broad experiences and opportunities to stakeholders that enable them to compete globally.

Strategic Plan: Four Pillars

Our strategic plan is anchored by four essential pillars, serving as the roadmap to elevate Vance County Schools:

Equity & Inclusion:

Ensuring all learners have access to high-quality, personalized learning experiences.
Embracing diversity and promoting equity to create a supportive and empowering educational landscape.

High-Performance Culture:

Building an organizational culture based on accepted behaviors and norms.
Facilitating continuous improvement and student success through optimal tools and processes.

Innovation:

Developing efficient and effective processes to propel our organization forward.
Enhancing educational offerings to make them more relevant and impactful.

Experiential Learning:

Engaging students in hands-on experiences, opportunities, and reflections.
Reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical skills essential for future success.

Profiles of Our Stakeholders

The graphic on the right highlights three key profiles essential to the vision of Vance County Schools: the profiles of a Teacher, a Graduate, and a Leader. Each profile is represented by a gear icon, symbolizing their integral roles in the educational ecosystem.

These profiles collectively ensure that Vance County Schools fosters a supportive, dynamic, and forward-thinking educational environment.

Profile of a Teacher

Invested: Committed to the growth and development of every student
Culturally-Aware: Sensitive and responsive to the diverse cultural backgrounds of students
Empathetic: Demonstrates understanding and compassion towards students' experiences and needs
Responsive: Quickly adapts teaching methods to meet the needs of all students
Growth Mindset: Believes in the potential for all students and teachers to learn and grow continuously

Profile of a Graduate

Learner Voice & Choice: Encourages student input and autonomy in their educational journey
Inclusive & Customized Education: Provides personalized learning experiences that cater to individual needs
Real-World Application: Prepares students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings

Profile of a Leader

Collaborative: Works effectively with others to achieve common goals
Adaptive: Flexible and able to adjust strategies to meet changing circumstances
Creative: Innovates and thinks outside the box to solve problems
Strategic: Plans thoughtfully to achieve long-term objectives
Committed: Dedicated to the mission and vision of Vance County Schools

As we wrap up the first area of the Ground Floor, ELEVATE in VCS, take a moment to reflect on the following prompt. Be sure to jot down your response as there will be final Check for Understanding task at the end of the module.

Reflection prompt:

Reflect on a time when you experienced hands-on or experiential learning. How did it impact your understanding and retention of the subject matter?