1. Create 21st Century Northwood Explorers by:
Objectives
Increase % of students that are high growth
Increase use of differentiated instructional strategies
Increase teacher and student knowledge of project based learning and instructional technology utilizations
Strategic Initiatives
Project based learning units and technology-integrated lessons across multiple subjects
Targeted professional learning opportunities for PLCs, AVID, and technology utilization
Differentiation of instruction based on assessments of learning styles including balancing homework requirements
Focus Area 1: Instructional Strategies
Strategic Plan
Overview
Objectives
Maintain strong school climate and culture
Provide opportunities for two-way communication
Increase in programs delivering academic support to parents
Increase opportunities for participation in PTA and other school activities
Strategic Initiatives
Tailored communication and integrated classroom communication
Implement PBIS
Parent workshops/meetings
Voice of stakeholders in the direction and purpose of the school
Long-Term Outcomes
Create 21st Century Northwood Explorers by:
Increasing the percentage of high growth students
Growing stronger relationships and engagement with NWES families and stakeholders
Increasing opportunities to participate in school activities that enhance academic achievement, physical fitness, and cultural enrichment
Focus Area 2:
Climate and Culture
Growth measures: % of kids performing above grade level, SLO data, CCRPI scores
Student attendance, teacher attendance, parent attendance, AdvancED survey results, star climate rating on CCRPI
Increase access to enrichment programs
Parent participation – our goal is to increase level of engagement (RED team/BLUE team meetings – engage parents in those meetings)
Adult advocacy
Treated fairly
Clean & safe school
Objectives
Increase opportunities for student participation in enrichment activities.
Increase student ownership of continuous learning
Expand choice in enrichment learning opportunities that is connected to real world experiences.
Strategic Initiatives
Select and promote extracurricular activities
Provide project-based enrichment opportunities that focus on real-world, authentic learning
Support for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Math (STEAM) initiatives
Focus Area 3:
Enrichment Activities