A Strategic
Plan for Excellence in Education
Quality for the 21st Century
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Belief
Statements
This plan is based on a
set of beliefs that speaks to the question of who we are as
a school community. The belief statements below reflect our
values, character and philosophy.
- Education is essential to a quality
of life.
- Public education is essential to
the successful functioning of a democracy.
- A shared set of basic values and
ethical standards is essential to a community.
- Trust is fundamental to a quality
relationship.
- A diverse population enriches a
community.
- The success of every individual
is dependent upon meeting the challenges and opportunities
brought about by change.
- Every individual can learn.
- Every individual has value.
- Every individual has the right to
have the basic needs of food, clothing, shelter, and safety
met.
- Every individual has a responsibility
to others.
- Every individual is responsible
for his or her decisions and behavior.
- Every individual has the right and
the responsibility to reach for his or her potential.
- Every individual has responsibility
for the environment.
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Parameters
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All decisions will be consistent with the
district‚s mission, beliefs, and goals.
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All decisions will be based on formal and/or
informal research.
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All decisions will be based on a cost-benefit
analysis.
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All new programs will include provisions
for staff training.
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All new employees will be hired based on
their ability to commit to the district‚s mission,
beliefs, and goals.
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Discrimination will not be tolerated in
any form.
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Our
Mission
The mission of the University Place School
District, in partnership with our community, is to develop competent,
contributing citizens.
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Goals
1. All of our students will
meet or exceed district learning outcomes. (competence)
2. All of our students will
be treated and will treat others with dignity and respect. (citizenship)
3. All of our graduates
will continue to be involved in education, training, or in pursuit
of their chosen career within two years of graduation. (contribution)
4. All of our parents and
community members will express confidence in University Place
Schools. (community)
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Strategies and End Results
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Environment
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Instruction
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Relationships
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Environment
We will maintain a safe, inviting, functional,
and comfortable environment that supports learning and teaching.
End Results:
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A replacement/funding schedule is in place
dcistrict-wide for all existing and newly purchased maintenance
equipment.
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Modifications as a result of annual energy
assessments will result in an increase in building functionality
and energy savings.
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Increase maintenance efficiency by implementing
a computer-based maintenance plan, which will result in
decreased response time, decreased travel time, more time
on task, and improved customer satisfaction.
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Identify and implement maintenance projects
that will both improve appearance and reduce long-term maintenance.
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Continue to assess all district-wide safety
programs to ensure compliance with current standards.
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Implementation of Facilities Review Committee
recommendations on capital projects.
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Instruction
Instruction will result in all students
being engaged, stimulated, challenged, and successful.
End Results:
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A K-12 curriculum cycle exists
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Staff and stakeholders know the curriculum
and its sequence
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The taught curriculum matches the adopted
curriculum
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A plan for a continuum of prevention/intervention
strategies and programs for improved student achievement
exists.
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Specific staff development initiative that
addresses the Effective Instruction Model
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Relationships
We will build relationships based on
mutual respect among students, staff, parents, and community.
End Results:
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The district will have a repertoire of community
resources that strengthen the connections between the community,
family, and school, leading to student readiness.
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The district will continue to attract and
retain quality staff that reflect and represent the community
and intentionally acknowledge staff efforts within the district
and the school.
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The district will have a common culture
that promotes safety and civility.
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The district will create and sustain an
environment of respect for all staff, students, parents
and families.
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The district will create a positive school
climate that encourages connectedness to staff, students,
parents and community.
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