Board of Education Strategic Goals 2013-2014 DRAFT

The Vision
It is our shared vision to make Bethel Public Schools a premier district in the state and nation and to be on the leading edge of educational excellence by providing a rigorous core education driven by a technology-powered pedagogy and access to significant opportunities to learn and grow through authentic real-world experiences. Our instructional program will meet the 21st century demands of the new, global knowledge economy that calls ALL students to be innovators, critical thinkers, and creative, collaborative problem solvers. Our graduates will be responsible, active citizens prepared to compete with anyone, anywhere for any opportunity who are so inspired by their educational experience they serve as enthusiastic ambassadors of Bethel and the Bethel Way wherever they might travel.

Our primary purpose is to improve student achievement

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2013-2014: A Year of Change

Shift to Common Core Standards in Math, Reading, Writing, Science and Social Studies Shift to instructional practices aligned to CCSS Shift to CCSS aligned assessments (NWEA) Shift to more authentic performance assessments

Board of Education Goals

Every child will be part of an active learning environment and

every teacher will be learner-focused. teaching force possible.

Bethel Public Schools will develop the strongest professional Technology will be a catalyst for the improvement of teaching

and learning, communication, and data management. buildings will mirror our educational values and the aspirations we hold for our children.

The appearance, maintenance, and safety of our school

Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Every child will be part of an active learning environment and every teacher will be learner-focused.

English/Language Arts:

Implementation of CCSS

Improve students ability to read rigorous, complex texts across the content areas. Improve students ability to think critically and use evidence to support ideas when speaking and writing. Improve students ability to compose focused narratives, informative/explanatory texts, and opinion/argument pieces that consider task, purpose and audience Improve students ability to compose arguments and support claims with clear reasons and relevant text evidence.

Mathematics:
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Increase cognitive engagement with key concepts at each grade level/course through demonstration of the 8 mathematical practices.

Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Every child will be part of an active learning environment and every teacher will be learner-focused.

Implementation of CCSS Continue implementation of CCSS Literacy Standards in Science and Social Studies Continue the development of SBAC aligned performance assessments in all curriculum areas

Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Bethel Public Schools will develop the strongest professional teaching force possible.

Increase the quantity and quality of instructional feedback to teachers Implement the revised Teacher and Administrator Evaluation Plan Implement the Lipton and Wellman Learning Focused Supervision Model Expand the COACH program Complete the Helmsley Project
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Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Bethel Public Schools will develop the strongest professional teaching force possible.

Strengthen Communities of Practice Improve the efficacy of PLCs at every level Harness social media to accelerate professional learning and growth Clarify and monitor most significant measures of student achievement and school improvement

Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Bethel Public Schools will develop the strongest professional teaching force possible.

Transform the instructional model Expand the Blended Learning Model at BHS, BMS, and JS Continue to implement the GRR model Expand opportunities for self-paced, competency-based instruction

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Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Bethel Public Schools will develop the strongest professional teaching force possible.

Strengthen leadership practice in every building

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Articulate a clear vision of academic success for all students Create a climate of safety and cooperative spirit Cultivate leadership in others Organize time to more sharply focus on student achievement Manage the organization so learning and teaching is the clear priority

Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Technology will be a catalyst for the improvement of teaching and learning, communication, and data management.

Improve our ability to interpret student learning data Utilize NWEA to develop individual improvement plans for students Utilize RtI Studio to conduct trend analyses and strengthen intervention programs
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Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Technology will be a catalyst for the improvement of teaching and learning, communication, and data management.

Utilize data to improve school processes Develop a score card to monitor progress of key goals at each school

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Strategic Goals 2013-2014

The appearance, maintenance, and safety of our school buildings will mirror our educational values and the aspirations we hold for our children.

Improve safety and school climate in every building Implement PBIS and SEL and Advisory programs with fidelity Consistently implement safety and security procedures and drills Improve students perceptions of connectedness to our schools and staff
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Strategic Goals 2013-2014

The appearance, maintenance, and safety of our school buildings will mirror our educational values and the aspirations we hold for our children.

Move forward with renovation plans for Rockwell and Johnson Present Superintendents recommendations to BOS on 10/3 Send BOE recommendation to BOS by November 1st

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Strategic Goals 2013-2014

Advance personalized learning and college/career pathway initiative at secondary level Articulate Student Success Planning at BMS and BHS Develop competency-based curriculum progression policy Expand Internship and CTE opportunities Increase college credit earning opportunities *Establish dual diploma program (students would earn both BHS diploma and AA from WCSU)
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