Mission
The mission of the Santa Rita Union School District,
a dynamic educational organization, is to assure that all students will be provided an
appropriate, challenging instructional program, enabling students to become contributing
members of a global community, by providing opportunities to develop academic and social
skills in a nurturing environment.
Statement of Beliefs
A communities influence is an important part of
a child's life.
Humanity is strengthened by diverse talents and abilities.
The ability to deal effectively with change is essential.
Morals, ethics, and/or behaviors are rooted in basic spiritual and
philosophical beliefs.
It is essential to raise children in a safe and nurturing
environment.
Parents have a shared responsibility with schools for the education
of children.
All individuals benefit from an appropriate acknowledgment for their
achievements.
Individuals benefit by being treated with respect.
Education has the power to enable individuals to maximize their
unique abilities.
A supportive community enhances success for all.
High expectations challenge students to strive for excellence.
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Strategic Parameters
Our Strategic Parameters are the
limitations we place on ourselves as a district.
1. We will not maintain or add any
program if, after evaluation, it does not adhere to the Strategic Plan.
2. We will not tolerate any form of
discrimination.
3. We will not take any action that
will jeopardize the financial solvency of the District.
4. All decisions will be based on
what is best for the students.
5. Stakeholders will be given an
opportunity for input prior to major decision-making when appropriate.
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Objectives
- Our objectives, the desired, measurable
results we plan to achieve, are focused on student success, student performance, and
student achievement.
1. All students will meet or exceed
appropriate grade level standards as measured by norm-referenced and district
criterion-referenced assessments.
2. All students will demonstrate a
greater sensitivity, acceptance, and knowledge of other ethnic origins, languages and
abilities as measured by staff, student, and parent surveys.
3. All students will demonstrate
responsible, ethical, and positive behavior as measured by improved 1) attendance, 2)
discipline, 3) citizenship, and 4) student and parent perception.
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Strategies & Action Plan
Results & Suggested Action Steps
1.
Social and Interpersonal Skills
We will research, develop, and
implement a successful social Interpersonal Skills program.
1.1 Encourage
and acknowledge community service requirements for students (Future Assignment)
1.2 Establish district-wide
interpersonal skills program
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2. Program and Resources
We will restructure our resources and
programs to best meet our students needs and maximize their achievements.
2.1 Establish interventions for
students
2.2 Review and develop assessments
2.3 Results of district assessments
in Reading/Language Arts and Mathematics will be utilized to improve instruction.
2.4 Data and test results will be
evaluated and used to evaluate student progress.
2.5 The District will begin the
process of developing standards-based report cards for each grade level.
2.6 Results from District
Assessments will be effectively communicated to Administration, Staff, Parents and
Students.
2.7 Investigate Integrated
Management System(s) that support district assessment.
2.8 Pilot and implement a Management
Information System
2.9 District staff will be trained
in all District adopted programs.
2.10 Implement a student teacher
ratio of 25:1 in grades 4-8
2.11 Assess foreign language
instruction goals and objectives
2.12 Develop foreign language
curriculum reflecting varied levels
2.13 Provide continuous training,
inservices, and staff support time for collaboration
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3.
Unity
To promote unity, we will establish
new avenues of dialogue within the school community.
3.1 Provide Spanish classes for
staff and ESL classes for people in the community
3.2 Offer an annual "family
conference"
3.3 Time will be provided for
colleagues district-wide to meet and discuss common issues.
3.4 Regular opportunities for staff
to meet with superintendent
3.5 Investigate non-adversarial
bargaining strategies
3.6 Staff receive adult/adult and
adult/student interpersonal skills training.
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4. Facilities and Equipment
We will design and provide adequate
and appropriate facilities, infrastructure and equipment to meet program needs.
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Planning Team
The Strategic Plan was developed by
the Santa Rita educational community consisting of a group of parents, community/business
members, teachers, administrators, staff, and board members. It reflects the diverse
cultures and values of the Santa Rita School District.
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