Mitzi Blackwell Zebulon B. Vance High School Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools SIP web address: http://schools.cms.k12.nc.us/vanceHS/Documents/Vance%20School%20Improvement%20Plan%202015-2016.pdf School Improvement Plan Project 1. What is the school’s mission statement and belief statement as it applies to the plan? The mission at Zebulon B. Vance High School “is to graduate young adults who are self-directed, intellectually engaged citizens ready for college, career, and life.” Furthermore, it is a communal belief that “all students can learn and achieve at a high level; that an open channel of communication among faculty; students and parents is vital to cultivating student respect, responsibility, and independence; a commitment from all stakeholders creates a safe and nurturing environment through academic performance, extracurricular activities, involvement, positive behavior, and respect for diversity; a secure and supportive climate fosters school pride and citizenship; high academic standards motivate students to realize their highest potentials; cross-curricular instruction and utilization of technology will prepare students for future challenges in work and in life; providing teachers and staff with resources and professional development opportunities promote individual and instructional growth; support from local businesses, universities, and community organizations help students develop life skills and decorum necessary for success in a diverse” world. 2. Describe
Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) is a state-based national non-profit organization dedicated to preventing dropouts among young people who are most at-risk. Mullins High School is a 100% free lunch qualified school where students look for encouragement. Mullins High School adopted this program to develop leadership skills and soft skills that are essential for our students to be prepared for college and career ready. As an intern, I take this opportunity to determine the support provided by these extra-curricular programs in achieving the vision of the institution. Mullins High school is blessed to have Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program. The program coordinator Ms. T is proud of her student members and their highly supportive parents.
The school is responsible for designing and implementing strategies to reach the educational goals of students. The particular high school beliefs that all kids can learn and that the mission of this school is to challenge each student to learn, achieve, and fulfill his /her potential. Principals should lead each school in implementing the policies. In addition, this high school’s improvement plan of the three legal issues: unsupervised students, hallways, and field
Dr. Charleyse Pratt serves as the assistant vice president of multicultural affairs and engagement of Cleveland state university. In this role her primary responsibilities include coordinating Learning Communities Programs and Partnerships at Cleveland State as well as directing initiatives for the Cleveland Transfer Connection. The transfer connection partnership is with Cuyahoga county Community College’s where students are able to begin associate or undergraduate studies to earn a degree and then transfer to Cleveland State to complete the four-year baccalaureate degree. The Cleveland Transfer Connection (CTC) at Tri-C and Cleveland State University is a Learning Communities program unique to Cleveland because it provides services from two institutions and offers two degrees (an Associate’s and a Bachelor’s) in one community of students. Dr Pratt’s driving philosophy is to create opportunities while disarming challenges for students who have a desire to gain an education but now need the preparation to be successful in a classroom. Her approach is student-centered support, leadership training and resource management to better navigate the academic journey toward graduation.
As an observer at David Lawrence Elementary School, I was able to attend an event located at Florida International University located in North Miami, Florida conducted by David Lawrence and MAST@FIU High School. The event took place on November 23rd 2015. The school’s administrators from David Lawrence, along with eight grade teachers, parents and students also attended the event. The purpose of the event was to recruit students from David Lawrence Elementary School who will be transitioning from Middle School to High School the next school year. During the session valuable information was given to parents in regards to the excellent educational opportunities offer at MAST (Marine Academy of Science and Technology).
Herndon High School has embraced the following mission statement, “All Hornets Are Capable of Success, No Exceptions!” Herndon became a Kids At Hope school. Herndon encourages students to believe in their individual potential and challenge themselves to define success. They understand the importance of finding hope in the face of adversity. Students when presented with challenges see the opportunity for change and growth. Last year, in the first implementation year of Kids At Hope, the HHS faculty and staff focused on creating a culture where WE BELIEVE in the success of all of our students, NO EXCEPTIONS!. The real strength of the Kids at Hope movement is the way adults interact with students and how students have come to interact with each
The Cabot School District is committed to meeting the needs of all students not only academically but also socially and culturally by creating an atmosphere that embraces diversity and provides students with meaningful diversified and multicultural educational opportunities. The goals and objectives set forth in this strategic planned are aimed at providing a
The Vision/Mission statement of Myers Middle School is directly in line with the vision and mission statements of the Savannah-Chatham County school district. It’s mission: To ignite a passion for learning at prominent level. This mission statement was constructed with all learners in mind and challenges each student through rigorous and thought-provoking instruction developed to inspire students to become lifelong learners. It’s vision: From school to the world: All students prepared for productive futures. The vision statement is a direct pledge to teachers and students. It is a mandate crafted to place our students on pace with the rest of the world as they, too, become players on a global
Transitioning from secondary education to postsecondary education, I feared that I would lose my connection with the development of the student body. Instead, I gained valuable knowledge pertaining to the mission, vision and goals of
I have submitted the Western High Case study as an artifact to meet Standard IV. This case study provides an example of how an educational leader applies knowledge that promotes the success of every student by collaborating with faculty, staff, students and community stakeholders. It provides an opportunity for the school and community to work together and on a common goal. It shows how valuable the community and its resources are to the success of a school. It is evident schools and communities need each other for the success of their students.
The strategic plan of the school supports and emphasizes student learning in many ways. The strategic plan provides a synopsis of the school goals and school improvements. Parents and community members are invited to the school to see this plan. They can provide their insight and input on this plan as
It is difficult for me to describe my four years at Wilmington High School in a way that brings it to life on paper; however, I feel I can best explain my purpose throughout high school with one quote. Thomas Edison, the very successful American inventor, once said, “There is no substitute for hard work.” During my high school experience, I have spent my time working hard rather than searching hard for a shortcut. There is truly no shortcut to success. If I had not joined the sports or clubs I had, my life would have been easier, but not successful. My grades may have been less of a challenge to maintain if I neglected extracurriculars. However, without my sports and clubs, I would not have been taught the meaning of teamwork and dedication
High school students are the leaders and problem solvers of the future. We students need to understand community issues so that we can resolve them and provide help where it is needed. High school students also offer new and unique ideas that adults would never consider. Every successful community has opinions and inputs from all members of the community, not just the older adults. By high school students having knowledge of community issues, the students can impact and influence issues that affect less represented minorities. I can play a role in making a difference by serving my community. I can volunteer my time and effort to better the lives of people needing help. I can raise awareness of issues that typically get skipped over by voicing my opinion. I can work to lead groups and organizations that help and serve people in need in my local community. Also, through the help of the T4T board, I could give money and support to people already in the community performing acts of kindness and compassion. I can make a difference in the community by having and raising awareness to issues in the community that are often ignored and rejected. This help could change somebody’s life forever and that is what inspires me.I know I can make a difference in the community and the T4T board can help me serve and benefit my local
Our challenge is to embrace the ever-changing requirements of the 21st century. We will strive to assure that our students are properly prepared to become productive citizens in their communities. To accomplish this, we will provide our students with: a high level of personalization in every aspect of their
Herndon High’s vision is: The Herndon High School’s vision statement is “With P.R.I.D.E. (Participation, Respect, Integrity, Diligence, and Empathy), Herndon High School seeks to be an institution that empowers students to become lifelong learners and productive citizens of the global community.” And mission statement is: To fulfill the individual needs of diverse student body, maintain high academic expectations and accountability, provide exemplary instruction, promote ethical values, and prepare students to be productive citizens. The main focus of Herndon High School is to meet the academic and emotional needs of students, empowering students to be successful in their academics, making positive connections with students, parents, and
Syracuse University is an outstanding place of higher education. It provides a diverse, stimulating, and exciting classroom, and one that truly teaches its students how to live a life of value. Syracuse’s level of diversity promotes understanding and tolerance in all, helping to eliminate racism and religious intolerance in its student body. Its stimulation helps to encourage its students to “always seek the light of truth,” as the words of the High School National Honor Society pledge echo. Students are always encouraged by the university to expand their knowledge, and to never stop learning. The feeling of enthusiasm on campus, provided not only in the classroom, but also through Syracuse’s wide selection of on-campus activities, such as Division I athletics, clubs, and service organizations, teaches students to seek opportunities to live a full and meaningful life. This is what I truly hope for my life, and Syracuse University can help me become