GRAND MEADOW PUBLIC SCHOOL ISD #495
VISION STATEMENT:
All students receive a quality education in a safe and welcoming environment that enables them to develop to their full potential to live meaningful and productive lives.
MISSION STATEMENT:
Design and deliver relevant learning opportunities for all students which enable student growth and achievement.
CORE VALUES:
In all that we do, we are committed to:
- Integrity – being respectful of ourselves and others in our school and community. We are inclusive of all and appreciate the diversity of our community.
- Wellbeing – providing an environment that encourages each individual to advocate for their wellbeing (physical, mental, and social).
- Communication – providing honest and timely communication, and encourage engagement from all (administration, teachers, students, parents, guardians, and community). We value collaboration and innovation in communication.
- Community Engagement – creating meaningful learning experiences for all. We will partner with the community to integrate career and life skills that enhance the lives of those we serve.
- Excellence – creating and promoting an environment of learning and development that allows everyone to do their best, every day.
Aims |
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How Measured |
Aim #1: Safe and Secure Learning Environment |
- Updated equipment
- Up-to-date trainings
- Partnerships with agencies (ie.: fire, police, ambulance)
- Effective safety plans
- Policies and procedures
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- Annual reviews of facility needs for education and equipment
- Annually define and review list of necessary trainings
- Completion of full mock disaster drills
- Annually review and update safety plans with students/staff
- Continually review/update policies and procedures to ensure district remains in compliance
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Team Leader: Lacy VanHill; Members: Paul Besel, Mike Keefe, Cathy Paul
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Aim #2: Character Education |
- Students volunteering in the community
- Community members volunteering in the school
- Students exhibiting more *star qualities
- Students advocating for self and others
- Trainings for students and staff
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- Cord/NHS/Service-Learning Day
- Track number of volunteers, opportunities known
- Incorporate My SAEBRS
- Lark Cards
- Survey students & staff
- Peer assistance/peer tutor
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Star qualities will be posted on website. Link to volunteer opportunities.
Team Leader: Matt Rosaaen; Members: Lynn Baldus, Megan Back, Randy Smith, Paul Eickhoff
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Aim #3: Mental Health Education |
- Resources & Curriculum
- Partnerships
- Trainings for students, staff, and faculty
- Adequate staffing to meet needs
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- Annual assessment of resources
- Meetings with partners
- Periodic assessments of social, academic, and emotional status
- Annual assessment of staff
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Team Leader: Kira Stevenson; Members: Jered Gehling, Lynn Baldus, Kathi Himebaugh, Lacy VanHill, Tammy Kraft
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Aim #4: Career Education |
- Opportunities for all students
- Recruitment of students from businesses
- Career pathway/internships
- Conducive schedule/calendar (typical and modified)
- Resources
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- Assess career class offerings annually, align to areas with most promising occupations
- Collaborate with area businesses to offer internships
- Exposure to career opportunities
- Opportunities for students to engage in career experiences
- Space for growth, professional development
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Team Leader: Dan Geier; Members: Candice Stier, Marlin Fay, Roger Dvergsten, Sonja Johnson
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Aim #5: Recruit and Retain Quality Faculty and Staff |
- Applicants for positions
- Innovative teaching
- Resources to allow teachers to expand curriculum
- Continuing education
- Low turnover/good retention
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- Expand advertising platforms
- Q-comp
- Staff development and resources
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Team Leader: Paul Besel; Members: Leslie Hendrickson, Shavonn Eastlee, Justin Bowland, Brooke Sloan
