Strategic Goals

Our district is gathering information that will contribute to the development of strategic goals which will guide the district’s work over the course of the next 3-5 years. Please take a few minutes before March 13th to respond to these statements and questions as the parent of a student in the Middle School. If you have children in more than one district school, you may choose to complete one or more surveys. You may also skip questions. Thank you for anonymously sharing your thoughts and for continuing to support excellence in our schools.

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1. My child's school is a place that fosters kindness and care for all.

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2. Resources that help me to support my child's learning and development are provided by the school and easily accessible.

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3. My child's school experiences connect her/him to the world beyond the school and community.

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4. My child is generally happy to attend school and excited about learning.

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5. The professionals in my child's school teach and foster respect for people's differences.

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6. The use of instructional technology strengthens my child's learning and expands her/his learning opportunities.

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7. The climate and culture at my child's school create a positive learning environment.

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8. My child's school responds in a timely and thorough manner to my questions and concerns.

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9. Digital literacy skills are taught and embedded into students' assignments, research, and/or creation of original work.

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10. Student voice is valued in my child's classrooms and throughout the school. Students are encouraged to express opinions, share leadership, and propose ideas.

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11. Innovation and creativity are valued in my child's school.

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12. When students make poor choices in words or actions, they are appropriately addressed and supported in learning how to make better choices.

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13. For parents of 6th graders only: My child's transition process from 5th grade to 6th grade was well supported by the school staff, and I was well informed throughout the process.

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14. The continuum of special education services for students is broad enough to provide least restrictive, rigorous, and appropriate options for students' learning.

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15. Exploration of ideas, creativity, love of learning, and intellectual curiosity are valued in my child's classes.

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16. Students are taught and directly experience the value of service to others.

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17. The array of co-curricular opportunities for students is broad and rich (clubs, athletics, arts, leadership, etc.)

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18. My child has at least one trusted adult at school in whom they can confide or from whom they would seek assistance or advice if faced with a difficult situation.

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19. Students who are in need of additional support are well served, and their progress is closely monitored.

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20. The academic program is preparing my child to become a strong thinker and problem solver.

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21. Critical thinking and problem solving are emphasized more than preparation for standardized tests.

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22. Students are encouraged to stretch in their learning and to set specific academic and personal goals.

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23. The academic program overall is rigorous, current, and rich in options and opportunities.

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24. Teachers provide the support necessary for students' academic success.

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25. Social and emotional skill development is evident and important in my child's classrooms and school.

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26. Materials and resources to help me support my child's mental health are plentiful and easy to access.

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27. Communication from the school administration is timely, clear, and highly effective.

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28. Communication from the superintendent/district level is timely, clear, and highly effective.

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29. Communication from my child's teachers is highly effective; teachers are proactive in communicating about my child's needs, learning, wellness and progress.

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30. The curriculum and learning experiences provided are relevant and current for today's middle school students.

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31. In order to become strong thinkers, learners, and citizens of the 21st century, I think that our students need to learn more about this content or develop these skillsets:

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32. The three best things about my child's school are: (Please do not include any names.)

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33. Three things that need to be improved at my child's school are: 
(Please do not include any names.) 

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34. If I were setting three strategic district goals for the next three to five years, I would recommend that the goals focus on:

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