Education leaders have the knowledge and ability to ensure the success of all students by
facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a school or
district vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school community.
The vision of a district is critical in creating clarity and direction. A vision clearly
states a school’s commitment to it’s highest priorities. The mission statement of a district
defines the “who”, “what”, and “how” of accomplishing the overall vision. Involving all
stakeholders in creating a collective vision and mission is essential.
The Ladue School District’s vision states, “Together, we will empower every
student to become a passionate learner and achieve his or her highest potential;” a clear
vision that …show more content…
Scores from state
assessments came back and Brockton High had a 41% failure rate in ELA and a 77%
failure rate in math. The culture of Brockton High had become one with an underlying
philosophy that students had the right to fail. Creating and implementing a new vision
was going to take work but it was clear to the administrators and teachers where they
needed to start. Literacy would become the primary focus and a belief that student
improvement is continuous and never ending has now become the culture of the school.
Susan Szachowicz, building principal of Brockton High School formulated a strategic
plan with all stakeholders to create and implement the school mission and vision. The
first step was to recognize and accept the level of failure in the building. A team of
committed teachers and administrators formed a committee and developed a mission.
1. Improve students’ academic achievement
2. Personalize the educational experience for every student
From that a strategic plan formed. Looking at the right data was the first priority. The
committee of teachers and administrators established two goals: improving
facilitating the development, articulation, implementation, and stewardship of a school or
district vision of learning that is shared and supported by the school community.
The vision of a district is critical in creating clarity and direction. A vision clearly
states a school’s commitment to it’s highest priorities. The mission statement of a district
defines the “who”, “what”, and “how” of accomplishing the overall vision. Involving all
stakeholders in creating a collective vision and mission is essential.
The Ladue School District’s vision states, “Together, we will empower every
student to become a passionate learner and achieve his or her highest potential;” a clear
vision that …show more content…
Scores from state
assessments came back and Brockton High had a 41% failure rate in ELA and a 77%
failure rate in math. The culture of Brockton High had become one with an underlying
philosophy that students had the right to fail. Creating and implementing a new vision
was going to take work but it was clear to the administrators and teachers where they
needed to start. Literacy would become the primary focus and a belief that student
improvement is continuous and never ending has now become the culture of the school.
Susan Szachowicz, building principal of Brockton High School formulated a strategic
plan with all stakeholders to create and implement the school mission and vision. The
first step was to recognize and accept the level of failure in the building. A team of
committed teachers and administrators formed a committee and developed a mission.
1. Improve students’ academic achievement
2. Personalize the educational experience for every student
From that a strategic plan formed. Looking at the right data was the first priority. The
committee of teachers and administrators established two goals: improving