Core Value : Learning
We prioritize learning and the development of the whole child.
Guiding Principles for Learning
Ensure all students grow academically through in-person and/or remote learning.
Help students and adults develop social-emotional wellbeing, including self-care practices.
Support educators to meet the needs of students.
Key Priorities for Learning
Focus on ensuring continued academic growth for every student
Develop a learning plan that:
Utilizes principles of Universal Design for Learning to reach and provide access to all students (3)
Provides opportunities for creativity and agency (3)
Is culturally responsive
Prioritizes critical skills (3)
Measures progress equitably and regularly (3)
Establishes how learners will demonstrate progress
Has clear expectations and systems of accountability and communication (3)
Adapts seamlessly-ish to in-person or remote learning
Provide professional development for teachers to use tools and provide high-quality learning
Develop a contingency plan for staff and student absence
Help students develop their self-care practices and maintain social-emotional wellbeing
Provide accessible and inclusive communities of care (Advisory, Music Therapy, Chapel, pastoral care)
Provide access to a library of resources, and tools/support to navigate
Help students develop executive functioning skills (see elements of the learning plan under Guiding Principle #1 for related key priorities)