In an effort to make good decisions with our School Board, I feel it is important to have some key guiding principles and beliefs about educating our kids. Listed below are those thoughts and ideas that help us move the district forward and do the best possible job for kids.
CGB Schools Strategic Planning Will Use the Following Guidelines in Making Key
Decisions
Misson Statement
Our purpose is
to provide optimal learning experiences for all students to prepare them to excel in tomorrow's world.
Vision
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CGB is a place where all staff believe all students can learn, grow and become responsible members of society.
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All students will be engaged in meaningful instructional opportunities that enhance their ability to be good workers and responsible citizens.
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Staff development opportunities will be aligned to research-based practices and curriculum.
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All who enter our buildings will be welcome.
Guiding Principles
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Interact honestly and communicate openly.
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Work cooperatively.
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Promote quality education at school and within our community.
Beliefs
About Students:
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All students can learn and succeed.
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Students learn in different ways and at different rates.
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Students need to be safe and nurtured, and treated with respect and dignity.
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Students need approval and support, not criticism.
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Students need structure and are to be held accountable for their behaviors.
About Teaching and Learning:
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Are rewarding opportunities that are valued by our community.
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Are experiences that mirror real life application of the knowledge taught.
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Involve multiple strategies.
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Are changing, and need adequate staff development, time, materials and technologies.
About Employees:
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Are positive role models who are caring, patience and friendly.
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Are capable, organized, knowledgeable and flexible facilitators of life-long learning.
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Need respect, support, encouragement, resources, and time to achieve their goals.
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Are responsible for being positive advocates for our school district.
