sandusky city schools’ plan for transforming schools briefing document for community forum january...
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Sandusky City Schools’ Plan for
Transforming Schools Briefing Document for
Community Forum January 31, 2013
Transforming Schools
Reinventing public education in Sandusky and utilizing innovation
and reform in our Sandusky City Schools
“Transform”
Cause to change in composition or structure
Cause to change in outward form or appearance
Cause to change in character or condition
Synonyms: convert, make over, transfigure
Source: WebstersDictionary.com
Today’s Agenda
Our History of Tradition, Pride, and Excellence
Building a Case for Change
Creating Conditions for Robust Success
Our Schools/Priorities for Next 24 Months
Partnership for Students and Community Growth
Sandusky City Schools TraditionPride
Excellence
Guiding Principles
Create Competitive Choices for Students and Families
Determine the Role of Transformation and Reform in Our
District
Build on the Success of our Past but Focus on our Future
Guiding Principles
Define and Enhance what “Next Level” Work Means for SCS
Create Open Opportunities for Feedback from All Segments
of the Community
Partner with City and Regional Leaders to Enhance Opportunities for
Our Students
Sandusky City Schools Are Great Schools With Great
People
Specialized, Individualized Programs and Services
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
College credits for high school students from BGSU-Firelands, Terra Community, and Owens Community
Colleges
Renowned Music Programs
20 Varsity Sports, 49 Athletic Teams
iPad/Laptop Initiative
Sandusky City Schools Are Great Schools With Great
People
Gifted Services
Arts, Music, Computer, and Physical Education for K-8
Accelerated Reader Program
Access to High School Course Credits for Middle School
Compass Academy
Prevention, Intervention, and Counseling at all grade levels
Sandusky City Schools Are Great Schools With Great
People
Blended Learning Opportunities
Visual Arts and Fine Arts
Orchestra Programs for Grades 6-12
Uniform Clothes Closet for Grades K-12
Ohio Auditor of State Award
Government Finance Officer Association Award
Next Level
Extreme Focus Next Level Instruction and Next Level 2.0
Student Recruitment and Retention
Continued Commitment to a Customer Service Driven Organization
Parent Congress as a Vehicle for Parent Participation
Enhancing our Leadership Capacity for Human Capital
OUR SCHOOLS/PRIORITIES FOR THE NEXT 24 MONTHS
Safety and Security of All Students and Staff
Determining the Role of Transformation and Change in SCS
Engaging our Community in Dialogue for Action for Effective Schools
Levy Renewal on the Ballot in 2013
OUR SCHOOLS/PRIORITIES FOR THE NEXT 24 MONTHS
Revisiting School Facilities in partnership with Ohio School Facilities Commission
Remain committed to and ensure the legacy of TRADITION, PRIDE, and HISTORY
Summer School Plans for 2013
Third Grade Guarantee
New Teacher Evaluation System
OUR SCHOOLS/PRIORITIES FOR THE NEXT 24 MONTHS
Photo courtesy of Tim Fleck
Important Transformational Components to Convert Our Schools into a Premier District in Ohio and
the Nation
High Quality Early Childhood Education
College and Career Readiness
Talent, Recruitment, and Capacity Building
Build on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math as Cornerstones
100% Graduation Rate
Tips for Student SuccessInstill a love of learning
Develop a routine time and place for doing homework
Monitor homework
Ensure your child attends school and is on time
Make sure your child has adequate sleep at night
Be a positive role model
Make sure your child has access to healthy meals
Adequate school supplies
Encourage extra-curricular activities
Talk to teachers; notify them of concerns or questions
Talk to your child about school
Set and monitor goals for achievement
Encourage and model reading
Attend conferences and school activities
Building a Case for ChangeOverview of our SchoolsFacilities
Grades K-6 Hancock,
Mills, Ontario, Osborne, and Venice Hts.
Grades 7-8Sandusky
Middle School
Grade 9-12Sandusky High
School
Total Enrollment for
all is approximately
3,300
Budget$39,920,886
Expenditures
Photo courtesy of Tim Fleck
